[Lifetime Warranty] 6-500-00 Pool Cleaner Universal Wall Fitting (UWF) Connector

6-500-00 Pool Cleaner Universal Wall Fitting (UWF) Connector

Key Features

• Connects pressure-side pool cleaner hose to the pool's return line.
• Features a quick-disconnect port for simple hose attachment and removal.
• Durable, single-piece plastic construction for use in chlorinated water.
• Threads into a standard 1-1/2 inch pool return port.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• 6-500-00

Compatibility & Fitment

• Fits Zodiac Polaris pool cleaner models: 65, 165, 180, 280, 280 Tank Trax, 360, 380, 3900 Sport, and 480 Pro.
• Installs into any standard 1-1/2 inch female threaded return line fitting.

When to Replace

• Visible cracks, chips, or fractures on the fitting body.
• Water leaking from the connection point at the pool wall.
• Threads are stripped or damaged, preventing a secure connection.
• The quick-disconnect mechanism is broken or no longer holds the hose securely.

Installation Tips

• Turn off the main pool pump and any booster pump before starting.
• Unthread the old fitting from the return port in the pool wall.
• Clean the threads of the wall port to ensure a clean surface.
• Apply a suitable thread sealant, such as PTFE tape, to the new fitting's threads.
• Hand-tighten the new fitting into the wall port. Avoid over-tightening to prevent cracking the part.