{"product_id":"pentairprovacr201296penr201296","title":"Pentair Provac | R201296","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003ePentair Rainbow ProVac Flexible Commercial Vacuum Head, 29\" (Model 229) | R201296\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Pentair Rainbow R201296 is a 29\" ProVac flexible commercial manual vacuum head (Model 229) designed for fast,\n    efficient bottom cleaning on larger pools. Built with a metal swivel handle, ball-bearing wheels, and a stainless steel\n    shaft, it rolls smoothly and tracks well across the pool floor while helping guide debris into the vacuum chamber.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e29\" wide cleaning path\u003c\/strong\u003e to cover more area per pass (ideal for larger pool floors).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial-grade construction\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e for durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal swivel handle\u003c\/strong\u003e helps the head pivot naturally and reduces “fighting” the pole during turns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall-bearing wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e for smoother rolling and easier maneuvering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible ProVac body\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to maintain floor contact while moving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-width flex strips\u003c\/strong\u003e help guide debris toward the suction chamber during vacuuming.\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 R201296\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 229\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible commercial manual vacuum head\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal swivel handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ball-bearing wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCommercial pools, community pools, hotels, and large residential pools\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRoutine deep-clean vacuuming of pool floors\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFast cleanup after heavy debris loads when paired with a proper vacuum hose and pole\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Use Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePrime the vacuum hose completely with water before connecting to the skimmer\/vac port to reduce air in the line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMove slowly on fine debris to avoid stirring it into suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf the head feels hard to push, inspect wheels for grit and confirm the hose isn’t kinked or collapsed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFor best results, keep the vacuum head flat on the floor during each pass.\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=R201296\"\u003eSearch Aqua Pool Supply for R201296\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=R201566\"\u003eProVac Hose Swivel Adapter (R201566)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=R201557Z\"\u003eProVac\/Super ProVac Wheel (R201557Z)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=vacuum%20hose\"\u003ePool Vacuum Hoses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=telescoping%20pole\"\u003eTelescoping Poles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRinse the vacuum head, wheels, and underside after each use to remove grit that can wear bearings and strips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInspect flex strips periodically; replace if torn, hardened, or uneven to maintain strong debris guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpin the wheels by hand occasionally—if they feel gritty or bind, clean or replace to restore smooth tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStore out of direct sun when possible to reduce UV aging of flexible components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52589955285308,"sku":"R201296","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/3280\/9276\/files\/pentair-provac-r201296-cleaner-2649669.png?v=1770941186","url":"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/products\/pentairprovacr201296penr201296","provider":"Aqua Pool Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}