Waterway PD-165 Power Defender variable speed in ground pool pump, 1.65 HP 230VWaterway Power Defender Variable Speed Pump 1.65HP 230V, PD-165 In stock$1,29399
Waterway PD-165 Power Defender variable speed in ground pool pump, 1.65 HP 230V
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Waterway Power Defender Variable Speed Pump 1.65HP 230V, PD-165

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Quick overview

  • Variable speed Runs at the speed the job actually needs, which is where the energy savings come from.
  • Totally enclosed construction An external fan cools the motor while the enclosure keeps dirt and moisture out.
  • Auto voltage selection Once powered, the pump selects 230V or 115V on its own, with no drop in horsepower at either voltage.
  • Plumbs like the pumps it replaces Lines up with both Super Pump and IntelliFlo plumbing, and comes with two self aligning unions.
  • Silicon carbide Viton shaft seals Chosen for wear and chemical resistance in pool water.
  • DOE and CEC compliant Meets the efficiency rules that govern new pool pump installations, with built in freeze protection.
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Product details

The Waterway PD-165 is the 1.65 HP Power Defender, a variable speed in ground pool pump built around energy efficiency and a motor that shrugs off the environment it sits in.

The motor

Construction is totally enclosed, with a powerful external fan pulling heat away while the enclosure keeps dirt and moisture off the windings. That combination is why the motor runs cool. Once powered, the pump selects 230V or 115V by itself, and Waterway states there is no drop in horsepower at either voltage.

Fitting it to an existing pad

The Power Defender lines up with both Super Pump and IntelliFlo plumbing, which is the reason it is a common swap on older pads. Two self aligning unions are included, and a base for IntelliFlo comes with the pump. The listing also notes that the adjustable base kit is sold separately, so check which base your pad calls for before you order.

Water side details

The pump is pressure rated up to 50 PSI and uses silicon carbide Viton shaft seals for wear and chemical resistance. Freeze protection is built in, and the pump is D.O.E. and C.E.C. compliant, which matters where variable speed is required by code on new installations.

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Specifications
Brand Waterway
Manufacturer part number PD-165
UPC 806105647757
Type Variable speed in ground pool pump
Horsepower 1.65 HP
Voltage 230V, automatically selects 230V or 115V once powered
Pressure rating Up to 50 PSI
Motor Totally enclosed with external cooling fan
Shaft seal Silicon carbide Viton
Unions 2 self aligning pump unions included
Base Comes with base for IntelliFlo
Plumbing alignment Lines up with Super Pump and IntelliFlo plumbing
Freeze protection Built in
Compliance D.O.E. and C.E.C. compliant
Adjustable base kit Sold separately
Shipping weight 48.03 lb
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Questions and answers

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

Does it run on 115V or 230V?
Either. The pump automatically selects the voltage once powered to 230V or 115V, and Waterway states there is no drop in horsepower at either voltage.
Will it line up with my existing plumbing?
Waterway designed it to line up with both Super Pump and IntelliFlo plumbing, and it ships with two self aligning unions.
Does a base come with it?
The listing states the pump comes with a base for IntelliFlo, and separately notes that the adjustable base kit is sold separately. Both are given here, so confirm which base your installation needs.
Is it quiet?
Variable speed pumps are at their quietest on lower speeds, and this one uses a totally enclosed motor with an external cooling fan, which Waterway describes as ultra quiet operation.
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