Pool skimmer

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A pool skimmer can be automatic, running all the time, or one can follow a more old-fashioned approach – a pool leaf net or rake, which are manually operated, do similar work. Automatic skimmers are usually preferred because they are less work to operate. However, automatic styles might not be available within every budget.

The automatic pool skimmer is a convenient piece of suction-style equipment used for sucking up visible bits of debris (such as leaves) out of your pool water. It is meant to catch the debris before it floats to the bottom and becomes more difficult and labor-intensive to remove. Automatic models contain a basket inside that catches the debris, which must be cleaned and checked daily.

A leaf rake or net is usually sold with a "tele pole" that is physically dragged just below the water's surface to retrieve leaves and other refuse. A tele pole is extendable and will lock into place. There are a variety of attachments that can be used with the tele pole, but the basic leaf rake or mesh net are the most popular. Many pool owners utilize a combination of pool skimmer techniques to keep the pool looking its very best.

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