PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Hayward SP0714T VariFlo Top-Mount Multiport Valve, Black FROM THE MANUFACTURER Hayward SP0714T Pro-Series Control Valve Vari-Flo 1-1/2-Inch (FIP) 7-Positions Top Mount Clamp, Black. Hayward's Vari-Flo XL multiport control valve, is engineered for maximum flow at lower pressure drops is the choice in multiport valves. All Vari-Flo control valves feature an easy-to-use lever action handle that lets you "dial" up to seven valve/filter functions: filter, backwash, waste, rinse, closed, winter or recirculate. Complete with an integral sight glass that lets you see when the backwashing cycle is completed, our wide selection of valve configurations allows you to match the right Vari-Flo valve to the proper application; residential, commercial, top-mount or side mount. Vari-Flo Control Valve Functions FILTER - For normal filtering and regular vacuuming. BACKWASH - For cleaning filter sand bed of accumulated debris. RINSE - Use after completing backwash cycle to ensure all dirty water is rinsed out of the filter to waste. WASTE - By-passes the filter for draining or lowering pool water level and for vacuuming heavy debris directly to waste line. RECIRCULATE - Water is recirculated through the valve, by-passing the filter. CLOSED - Shuts off the flow from the pump to the filter. Winter - For winterizing (SP0714T only).