Pentair 523458 BioShield flow switch with connectorPentair BioShield Flow Switch with Connector In stock$13906
Pentair 523458 BioShield flow switch with connector

Pentair BioShield Flow Switch with Connector

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Quick overview

  • Genuine Pentair The factory BioShield flow switch, part 523458.
  • Connector included The connector switch comes with it, so there is nothing else to source.
  • Four listed models Fits Pentair 522635, 522636, 522637 and 522638.
  • Monitors flow Watches the flow rate through the system so it only operates when water is actually moving.
  • A safety part A flow switch is what stops the unit running dry, which is why a failed one takes the whole system offline.
  • Direct replacement Swaps for the original switch on an installed BioShield.
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Product details

The Pentair 523458 is the BioShield flow switch, supplied with its connector. It is the genuine Pentair part, listed for models 522635, 522636, 522637 and 522638.

What it does

A flow switch is a simple safety interlock. It senses whether water is actually moving through the unit and only allows operation when it is. That protects the equipment from running dry and stops it working on stagnant water.

Diagnosing it

A dead flow switch usually shows up as a unit that will not start even though the pump is running and the plumbing is full. Before replacing the switch, confirm that flow really is there, since a clogged filter or a closed valve produces the same symptom for an entirely different reason.

What is included

The switch with its connector, so there is no separate connector to buy alongside it.

Specifications
Brand Pentair
Manufacturer part number 523458
UPC 788379884505
Type Flow switch with connector
Included Connector switch included
Function Monitors the flow rate
Fits Pentair 522635, 522636, 522637, 522638
Shipping weight 2 lb
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Questions and answers

What people ask about this product, answered by our pool techs.

Which BioShield units does it fit?
Pentair lists it for models 522635, 522636, 522637 and 522638.
Does the connector come with it?
Yes. The connector switch is included with the flow switch.
Why does the unit need a flow switch?
So it only operates when water is moving through it. Without a working flow switch the system either refuses to run or runs when it should not.
My BioShield will not turn on. Is the flow switch the cause?
It is a common one. Confirm the pump is running and the plumbing is primed first, then look at the switch.
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