{"product_id":"puutscas12598r-whirlpool-pump-replacement","title":"PUUTSCAS12598R Whirlpool Pump Replacement – Genuine Balboa","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"whirly-bros-product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePUUTSCAS12598R whirlpool pump replacement manufactured by Balboa Water Group for compatible whirlpool bathtub applications.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis genuine Balboa pump replaces the obsolete PUUTSCAS12598R while matching its 7.0-amp electrical profile, bottom-suction plumbing layout, center discharge and pneumatic air-button control. A built-in air-switch relay and factory-installed 3-foot power cord are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #1f7a4d; background-color: #f3fbf6; padding: 18px; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #1f7a4d;\"\u003e✓ Whirly Bros Compatibility Verified\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis Balboa Water Group pump has been verified as a compatible PUUTSCAS12598R replacement based on its electrical requirements, plumbing configuration, air-switch control and installation fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore ordering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compare your original pump label and connections. If you are unsure, send Whirly Bros photos and we will help confirm compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePUUTSCAS12598R Pump Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBalboa Water Group\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal pump reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePUUTSCAS12598R\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKohler cross-reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1146417\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e115V AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmperage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e7.0A\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSingle speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuction orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBottom suction\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDischarge orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCenter discharge\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuction connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2-7\/16-inch outside diameter MBT connection for 1-1\/2-inch plumbing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDischarge connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2-7\/16-inch outside diameter MBT connection for 1-1\/2-inch plumbing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIntegrated pneumatic air-switch relay\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower cord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFactory-installed 3-foot cord\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet end\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSelf-draining bath-pump configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety certifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eUL and CSA listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePUUTSCAS12598R Replacement Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis pump is intended for whirlpool bathtubs originally equipped with PUUTSCAS12598R when the existing electrical supply, plumbing connections and pump orientation match the specifications above. Kohler 1146417 is a related compatibility reference, with known applications including Kohler 1257-LA and 1357-LA whirlpool tubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eModel numbers alone do not confirm every installation. Compare the complete pump label, connection sizes, suction and discharge positions, power cord and air-switch setup before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGenuine Balboa Water Group whirlpool bath pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIntegrated pneumatic air-switch relay\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFactory-installed 3-foot power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSelf-draining wet end\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eKey Replacement Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Balboa construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured by Balboa Water Group for reliable whirlpool bath operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in air switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports a compatible tub-side pneumatic button without a separate control box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal-style plumbing layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom suction, center discharge and MBT connections match the listed pump configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-speed operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides steady circulation and jet performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUL and CSA listed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to recognized electrical safety standards for whirlpool bath pump applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eInstallation Verification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eBefore installation, confirm all of the following against the original pump:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e115V electrical supply, 7.0A current draw and 60Hz frequency\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBottom-suction and center-discharge orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2-7\/16-inch MBT connections for 1-1\/2-inch plumbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePneumatic air button, air hose and built-in air-switch operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePower-cord configuration, mounting-foot location and available clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eDisconnect electrical power before servicing the tub. Replace worn union gaskets, secure the plumbing connections and test for leaks before operating the pump. Never run the pump without water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs this a genuine Balboa Water Group pump?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. This replacement pump is manufactured by Balboa Water Group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDoes this replace PUUTSCAS12598R?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eYes, when the original pump and installation match the 115V, 7.0A, single-speed, air-switch and plumbing specifications listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWill it work with the existing tub-side air button?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe pump includes a pneumatic air-switch relay and can operate from the existing tub-side air button when the original air hose, button and electrical configuration are compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow do I confirm the correct replacement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eCompare the original label, voltage, amperage, suction and discharge orientation, connection dimensions, power cord, air-switch setup and mounting space. Call or text Whirly Bros at \u003ca href=\"tel:+19518971878\"\u003e(951) 897-1878\u003c\/a\u003e and send photos if you need help confirming compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eKohler® names and part numbers are used only to identify compatibility. This replacement pump is manufactured by Balboa Water Group.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BALBOA WATER GROUP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50319889432898,"sku":"1146417","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0858\/9377\/5682\/files\/balboa-water-group-whirlpool-water-pumps-default-title-kohler-1146417-pump-puutscas12598r-replacement-40296391508290.png?v=1778888608","url":"https:\/\/www.whirlybros.com\/products\/puutscas12598r-whirlpool-pump-replacement","provider":"Whirly Bros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}