
Quick overview
- Genuine Hayward Factory part SX242MA, UPC 610377668125.
- For the S210S Listed as the lateral assembly replacement for the Hayward Pro Series S210S sand filter.
- Two descriptions, one part The listing calls it a lateral assembly, Hayward material also calls it a lateral holder assembly. Both refer to SX242MA.
- Filter internals The laterals sit inside the filter tank, so replacing them means opening the filter and clearing the sand.
- Sand in the pool Cracked or broken laterals are the usual reason a sand filter starts returning sand to the pool.
- Plan the job Because the tank has to be opened, it is worth checking the bulkhead o-ring and the bottom elbow at the same time.
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Product details
The Hayward SX242MA is the lateral assembly for the Pro Series S210S sand filter. It is the genuine Hayward part, listed in some Hayward material as the S210S lateral holder assembly.
Why laterals get replaced
Laterals live at the bottom of the filter tank under the sand. They are what keeps media in the tank while water passes through. Once one cracks or splits, sand starts finding its way back to the pool through the returns, and no amount of backwashing fixes it.
Doing the job
Reaching the laterals means opening the filter and getting the sand out, so it is not a five minute swap. Since the tank is open anyway, look over the bulkhead o-ring and the bottom elbow assembly while you are in there and replace anything that is tired.
| Brand | Hayward |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | SX242MA |
| UPC | 610377668125 |
| Type | Lateral assembly |
| Also described as | Lateral holder assembly |
| Fits | Hayward Pro Series S210S sand filter |
| Part type | Pool Filter Part |
| Shipping weight | 2 lb |
| Ships | Parcel |
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