{"product_id":"pentair-high-capacity-chlorinator-to-housing-o-ring-r172240","title":"Pentair High Capacity Chlorinator Lid to Housing O-Ring | HC-Series Chemical Feeder | R172240","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pentair R172240 is the OEM replacement lid-to-housing O-ring for Pentair High Capacity chlorinator feeders, providing a secure, leak-proof seal between the feeder lid and housing body.\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: LUBRICATION REQUIRED — SOLD SEPARATELY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlways lubricate this O-ring with a silicone-based lubricant before installation. We carry the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentairwaterpoolandspainc_r172351\" alt=\"Pentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\"\u003ePentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e — the OEM-matched product for Pentair equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis O-ring seats between the chlorinator lid and the feeder housing, maintaining a watertight closure under normal operating pressure. A worn or damaged O-ring at this joint allows chlorinated water to bypass the seal, resulting in leaks at the lid and inconsistent chemical output. Replacing this O-ring restores a proper pressure seal and eliminates lid-joint leakage.\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;\"\u003eR172240\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eLid-to-Housing O-Ring\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\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHigh Capacity Chlorinator \/ Chemical Feeder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePoolaroo Pro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore installing this O-ring, clean the lid groove and housing seating surface to remove any residue from the old O-ring. Apply a thin, even coat of silicone-based lubricant — the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentairwaterpoolandspainc_r172351\" alt=\"Pentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\"\u003ePentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e is the OEM-matched option — before seating the new O-ring. Never use petroleum-based lubricants; they degrade rubber O-rings and will cause premature seal failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual:2026-05-01 --\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774176788755,"sku":"R172240Z","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/PENR172240Z_0.jpg?v=1747702454","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentair-high-capacity-chlorinator-to-housing-o-ring-r172240","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}