{"product_id":"pentairstarairbleederworing272515pen272515","title":"Pentair Star Air Bleeder w\/ O-Ring | 272515","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003ePentair 272515 Air Bleeder Screw with O-Ring (Manual Air Relief)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Pentair 272515 is an OEM manual air bleeder screw (air relief) that includes an O-ring to help seal the bleeder port.\n    It’s used to vent trapped air from select Pentair\/PacFab valves and filter assemblies during start-up or after service,\n    helping the system prime properly and run smoothly.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications (Verify by Model\/Revision)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePentair\/PacFab Hi-Flow 6-way top-mount (clamp-style) multiport valves, especially older versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePentair Sta-Rite Star Polymeric and Star D.E. filter assemblies (select models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOther Pentair\/PacFab filter\/valve bodies that use this specific bleeder screw style and thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Note: Some clamp-style valves manufactured before March 1, 1993 use air bleeder 272515 and it is not interchangeable with certain newer bleeder designs.\n    Match the part to your valve\/filter parts diagram and the physical bleeder screw you’re replacing.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat This Part Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAllows manual bleeding of trapped air from the valve\/filter housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHelps reduce priming issues and air pockets after cleaning or plumbing work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eO-ring provides a seal to reduce seepage at the bleeder port when closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWater seepage or dripping at the bleeder port\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCracked plastic screw head\/body or stripped threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFlattened, swollen, or missing O-ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBleeder is seized and breaks during service\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 before removing the old bleeder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInspect the port threads and sealing surface; clean away debris and scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLightly lubricate the O-ring with pool-safe silicone lubricant (do not over-lube).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHand-tighten only—over-tightening can crack plastic parts or distort the O-ring seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRelated Products (Aqua Pool Supply)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=Pentair%20272531\"\u003ePentair Hi-Flow 1-1\/2\" Multiport Valve Parts (Search)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=Pentair%20262504\"\u003eHi-Flow 1-1\/2\" Valve Parts 262504\/262505\/262506 (Search)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=Pentair%20air%20relief%20o-ring\"\u003eAir Relief \/ Bleeder O-Rings (Search)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=Pentair%20multiport%20spider%20gasket\"\u003eMultiport Spider Gaskets (Search)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBleed air slowly on start-up after filter cleaning to avoid sudden surges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplace the O-ring if you see persistent dampness around the bleeder even when closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep valve\/filter lids and clamps properly sealed—air leaks elsewhere can mimic a bleeder problem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIn freezing climates, winterize properly so trapped water doesn’t crack small plastic fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52589949780284,"sku":"272515","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/3280\/9276\/files\/pentair-star-air-bleeder-w-o-ring-272515-pool-filter-parts-5551859.jpg?v=1771677728","url":"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/products\/pentairstarairbleederworing272515pen272515","provider":"Aqua Pool Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}