{"product_id":"raypak-protek-shield-assembly-399k-btu-017960f","title":"Raypak ProTek Shield Assembly 399K BTU | 017960F","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Raypak 017960F ProTek Shield Assembly is a genuine OEM replacement component designed to help protect the heat exchanger in compatible Raypak Digital Gas Pool and Spa Heaters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ProTek Shield functions as a sacrificial corrosion-protection component, taking the brunt of corrosive activity that would otherwise affect critical heater components. As the shield gradually erodes during service, it helps extend the useful life of the heater's heat exchanger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for both chlorinated and saltwater pools, the ProTek Shield is compact, serviceable, and designed for straightforward replacement during routine heater maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Raypak OEM Replacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-authorized replacement assembly manufactured for compatible Raypak pool and spa heaters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat Exchanger Protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to absorb corrosive activity and help reduce deterioration of the heater's heat exchanger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacrificial Protection Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisible erosion of the ProTek Shield is normal and indicates that the component is performing its intended protective function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChlorine and Saltwater Compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for use in both traditionally chlorinated and saltwater swimming pool systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete Replacement Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides the ProTek Shield assembly required for servicing compatible Raypak heaters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps extend heat exchanger service life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Raypak factory replacement part\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduces the effects of normal water-side corrosion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for chlorinated and saltwater pools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact and easy to service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for preventive heater maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps protect one of the heater's most expensive components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with multiple Raypak Digital heater sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaypak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProTek Shield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProTek Shield Assembly \/ Refill Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer Part Number \/ SKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e017960F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUPC \/ Barcode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e840891043928\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBTU Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 399,000 BTU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Heater Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect Raypak Digital Gas Pool \u0026amp; Spa Heaters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e206A, 266A, 336A, 406A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePool Water Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChlorinated \/ Saltwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 x 6 x 6 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePool \u0026amp; Spa Heater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject to Current Raypak Replacement-Part Warranty Terms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ProTek Shield is designed as a serviceable heater component and should be inspected during routine heater maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn off electrical power and gas to the heater before performing service. Allow the heater to cool completely before removing or replacing internal components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspect the existing ProTek Shield for erosion, deterioration, or damage and replace it as necessary. Installation and heater servicing should be performed by a qualified pool or gas-heater service professional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm Before Ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm the heater model and existing part number before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaypak part \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e017960F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is used with compatible Digital Gas Pool and Spa Heater models including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e206A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e266A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e336A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e406A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough commonly marketed as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e399K BTU ProTek Shield Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Raypak parts documentation lists the same 017960F assembly across multiple heater sizes from the 206A through the 406A.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways confirm compatibility using the heater model and serial number before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaypak identifies its genuine factory-authorized heater kits and accessories as warranted replacement components. Exact warranty coverage may depend on the original equipment, installation, application, purchase channel, and current Raypak warranty terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomer Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What does the Raypak ProTek Shield do?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt acts as a sacrificial component that absorbs corrosive activity to help protect the heater's heat exchanger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is the 017960F only for 399,000 BTU heaters?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Raypak also lists this part for compatible 206A, 266A, and 336A Digital heaters in addition to the 399,000 BTU 406A.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Can it be used with a saltwater pool?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Raypak identifies the ProTek Shield as suitable for both chlorinated and saltwater pools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is erosion of the shield normal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The shield is intended to take the effects of corrosion. Gradual erosion indicates that it is performing its protective function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is this a genuine Raypak replacement part?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Part 017960F is a genuine Raypak ProTek Shield replacement assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"psd-manuals-sell-sheets\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Sell Sheets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer equipment references for an OEM part listed in the factory parts chart. Confirm your equipment model and production revision before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/AWSProd\/sites\/raypakcom\/documents\/6000.75.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSell sheet: Digital Low NOx ASME 207A–407A — Digital heater brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/AWSProd\/sites\/raypakcom\/documents\/241236.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eManual: Digital Atmospheric 206A–406A — Installation and operation manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/AWSProd\/sites\/raypakcom\/documents\/241793.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eManual: Digital Low NOx ASME 207A–407A — Installation and operation manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/AWSProd\/sites\/raypakcom\/documents\/RP-P-600-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSell sheet: AVIA 264A \/ 404A — AVIA heater brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/AWSProd\/sites\/raypakcom\/documents\/100-10000111.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eManual: AVIA 264A \/ 404A — Installation and operation manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Raypak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52762878279990,"sku":"RAY017960F -H","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/1167\/9798\/files\/RAY017960F_2_286a8a3e-810f-48e9-9670-53448740d97f.avif?v=1768517207","url":"https:\/\/poolsupplydepot.net\/products\/raypak-protek-shield-assembly-399k-btu-017960f","provider":"Pool Supply Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}