- 1). Turn the pool pump off or disconnect the electrical cord from the outlet.
- 2). Locate the pool skimmer on the side of the pool wall. Lift the cover off of the skimmer to access the inside of the unit.
- 3). Remove the skimmer basket and empty its contents. Place the basket back into the skimmer. This will ensure the debris is separated from the water before it's drained.
- 4). Open the drain valve on the bottom of the skimmer by turning the valve to "Open" or "Drain," depending on the model skimmer you have.
- 5). Allow the pool water to drain via the skimmer drain valve. The skimmer is now working to separate the debris and items from the water before it drains through the valve.
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