{"product_id":"pentair-clean-clear-plus-bottom-manifold-170040","title":"Pentair Bottom Manifold | Clean \u0026 Clear Plus \u0026 Quad D.E. Filters | 170040","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pentair Bottom Manifold (170040) is the OEM replacement bottom manifold for the Clean \u0026amp; Clear Plus cartridge filter series and the Quad D.E. filter series. If your filter is losing pressure, bypassing filtration media, or showing signs of cracked or broken internal manifold components, this is the direct replacement part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 2px solid #FFEAA7; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin: 15px 0; color: #856404;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: MODEL DATE RESTRICTION — CLEAN \u0026amp; CLEAR PLUS FILTERS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis bottom manifold is compatible with Clean \u0026amp; Clear Plus filters manufactured \u003cstrong\u003eafter December 2000\u003c\/strong\u003e. Filters produced before this date use a different manifold design. Check the manufacture date on your filter's label before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottom manifold sits at the base of the filter's internal cartridge or D.E. grid stack, distributing flow evenly across the filtration media and directing filtered water back into the return line. A damaged or cracked bottom manifold allows water to bypass the filter media entirely, resulting in unfiltered water returning to the pool. Replacing this part restores proper hydraulic distribution and full filtration performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePentair Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e170040\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eBottom Manifold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e1 (Each)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFits Into\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eClean \u0026amp; Clear Plus Filter 240 sq. ft. — Clean \u0026amp; Clear Plus Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCLEAN \u0026amp; CLEAR PLUS 240\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eFilters manufactured after 12\/00 only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eClean \u0026amp; Clear Plus Filter 320 sq. ft. — Clean \u0026amp; Clear Plus Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCLEAN \u0026amp; CLEAR PLUS 320\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eFilters manufactured after 12\/00 only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eClean \u0026amp; Clear Plus Filter 420 sq. ft. — Clean \u0026amp; Clear Plus Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCLEAN \u0026amp; CLEAR PLUS 420\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eFilters manufactured after 12\/00 only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eClean \u0026amp; Clear Plus Filter 520 sq. ft. — Clean \u0026amp; Clear Plus Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCLEAN \u0026amp; CLEAR PLUS 520\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eFilters manufactured after 12\/00 only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eQuad D.E. Filter 60 — Quad D.E. Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eQuad 60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eManifold assembly bottom for Quad D.E. Filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eQuad D.E. Filter 80 — Quad D.E. Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eQuad 80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eManifold assembly bottom for Quad D.E. Filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eQuad D.E. Filter 100 — Quad D.E. Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eQuad 100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eManifold assembly bottom for Quad D.E. Filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCompatibility is based on Pentair parts documentation and available OEM records. This is not an exhaustive list. For certainty, verify the part number in your equipment's manual or on the original part itself before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen replacing the bottom manifold, inspect the full internal manifold stack — top manifold, standpipe, and any manifold O-rings — for hairline cracks or deformation before reassembly. A single compromised component elsewhere in the stack can produce the same bypass symptoms as a failed bottom manifold, and addressing everything during the same service interval avoids a repeat teardown. Always follow your filter's installation manual for correct reassembly sequence and torque specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual:2026-04-14 --\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774186324243,"sku":"170040","price":63.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/PEN170040_0.jpg?v=1747703161","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentair-clean-clear-plus-bottom-manifold-170040","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}