{"product_id":"pentairhosebibwthandler175009penr175009","title":"Pentair Hose Bib w\/ T Handle | R175009","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003ePentair Rainbow Hose Bib \/ Drain Valve w\/ T-Handle, 1\/2\" PVC | R175009\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Pentair Rainbow R175009 is a 1\/2\" PVC hose bib (drain valve) with a T-handle used on Pentair Rainbow\n    High Capacity automatic chemical feeders. This valve is typically used to drain the feeder body for service or\n    winterization and to help manage water flow during maintenance. Replacing a cracked valve body or worn threads\n    helps prevent leaks and makes feeder servicing easier and cleaner.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePentair Rainbow High Capacity Automatic Chemical Feeders: \u003cstrong\u003eHC-3315\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eHC-3330\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eHC-3340\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsed where the parts list calls for the \u003cstrong\u003eR175009\u003c\/strong\u003e hose bib \/ drain valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\" PVC drain valve \/ hose bib\u003c\/strong\u003e for feeder draining and service work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT-handle\u003c\/strong\u003e for easier grip and valve operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e for leaking, cracked, or hard-to-turn drain valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps reduce leaks\u003c\/strong\u003e at the feeder drain point when threads or body are damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pentair \/ Rainbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e R175009\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hose bib \/ drain valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e PVC\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e T-handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 788379701789\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Reasons to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWater dripping or leaking from the valve body or threaded connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCracked PVC from freeze damage or over-tightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eValve is difficult to turn or no longer shuts off reliably\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStripped threads causing poor seal at the feeder drain port\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShut off the pump and relieve pressure from the system before servicing the feeder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDrain the feeder as needed and remove the old valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse thread sealant suitable for plastic threads (avoid over-wrapping tape that can split PVC fittings).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHand-tighten and then snug slightly—do not over-tighten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRestore flow and check carefully for leaks at operating pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=HC-3315\"\u003ePentair Rainbow HC-3315 parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=HC-3330\"\u003ePentair Rainbow HC-3330 parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=HC-3340\"\u003ePentair Rainbow HC-3340 parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=Pentair%20Rainbow%20high%20capacity%20feeder\"\u003eHigh capacity feeder maintenance items\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOperate the drain valve periodically during the season to prevent it from sticking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhen winterizing, fully drain the feeder and valve area to reduce freeze damage risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf you notice minor seepage, address it early—small leaks can worsen and lead to feeder housing damage over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52589955252540,"sku":"R175009","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/products\/pentairhosebibwthandler175009penr175009","provider":"Aqua Pool Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}