Issue link: https://read.uberflip.com/i/398983
Skimmer boxes and skimmer baskets It is your pump's job to pull the water through the skimmer box (this is the big mouthed thing with a basket in it.) There are many different types of skimmer boxes and baskets depending on the brand that has been used. The water is drawn in by the pump through the skimmer and any leaves or debris are caught in the basket, ensuring this debris doesn't end up in your pump. Check and empty the skimmer basket regularly because it is required to maintain good filtration. If it is clogged with debris your pump will be unable to draw the water through to the filter and you could seriously damage your pump!! Always make sure your pool pump and filter are off when you do this! This is what the skimmer may look like before it is installed. Once it is installed the mouth will be visible in the wall of your pool. Water gets sucked through here to go to the filter. The lid to gain access to the skimmer basket will be on the top of the coping/ walkway around edge of the pool. For illustration purposes the pictures shown here are of assorted brands. Mo uth Basket contained in here Deck Lid for skimmer basket access Skimmer Lid 3 Skimmer Basket