{"product_id":"pentairwaterpoolandspainc_071422z","title":"Pentair Strainer Cover O-Ring | WhisperFlo Pump | 071422Z","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pentair 071422Z is the OEM replacement strainer cover O-ring for WhisperFlo pumps manufactured \u003cstrong\u003eprior to November 1998\u003c\/strong\u003e. This O-ring seals the strainer cover to the pump body, preventing air intrusion and water leaks at the strainer housing.\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\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ IMPORTANT: LUBRICATION REQUIRED — SOLD SEPARATELY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAlways 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.\n\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\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ IMPORTANT: PRE-NOVEMBER 1998 PUMPS ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPart 071422Z fits WhisperFlo pumps manufactured before November 1998. If your pump was built after that date, this is not the correct O-ring. Check the date code on your pump label or the part number stamped on your existing O-ring before ordering.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA failed or hardened strainer cover O-ring allows air to be drawn into the pump, breaking prime and reducing circulation efficiency. Replacing this O-ring at the first sign of cracking, flattening, or leaking restores the airtight seal the strainer housing requires to maintain consistent water flow.\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;\"\u003e071422Z\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\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;\"\u003eStrainer Cover 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\u003eFits Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eWhisperFlo Pump (manufactured before November 1998)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\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\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore installation, apply a thin coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentairwaterpoolandspainc_r172351\" alt=\"Pentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\"\u003ePentair R172351 Lifeguard® Silicone Lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e to the O-ring. This helps seat it evenly in the groove, prevents tearing during assembly, and extends service life. Never use petroleum-based lubricants — they will degrade the rubber and cause premature failure. While the strainer cover is off, inspect the cover itself for hairline cracks, particularly around the locking tabs, as a damaged cover will defeat even a new O-ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual:2026-04-06 --\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53966169374995,"sku":"071422Z","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/pentair-strainer-cover-o-ring-whisperflo-pump-071422z_1.webp?v=1776726121","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentairwaterpoolandspainc_071422z","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}