HTH™ Pool Care Skimmer Basket Insert

3" Chlorine Tablet Holder

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HTH™ Pool Care Skimmer Basket Insert

3" Chlorine Tablet Holder

Safely remove debris, clean your skimmer basket and replace your 3” chlorine tabs without touching chlorine tablets using our pool skimmer basket insert!

  • Our pool skimmer basket insert works with most skimmer baskets
  • Quick 3-step install
  • Specifically designed for use with HTH™ Chlorine Skimmer Tabs or any 3” chlorine tabs 

Product Benefits

Less mess

Our pool skimmer basket insert keeps the 3” chlorine tablets separate from debris in the skimmer basket and helps tabs dissolve more efficiently.

Easy install

Package includes (1) insert, (1) locking ring, (4) screws and instructions for quick and easy installation. Basket not included.

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How to Use

Product Overview

The HTH Pool Care Skimmer Basket Insert is designed to make chlorinating your pool safer and more convenient. It allows you to remove leaves and debris without touching chlorine tablets and helps deliver consistent chlorination through your skimmer.

This insert works with HTH Pool Care Chlorine Skimmer Tabs or any standard 3-inch chlorine tablet and fits most skimmer baskets.

How to Install

  1. Remove the existing skimmer basket from the skimmer (skimmer basket not included).
  2. Place the locking ring into the center of the skimmer basket.
  3. Insert the skimmer basket insert into the basket, aligning it with the locking ring.
  4. Secure the insert by tightening all screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver.
  5. Turn the insert clockwise to lock it into place.

How to Use

Add HTH Pool Care Chlorine Skimmer Tabs or compatible 3-inch chlorine tablets into the skimmer basket insert.

When refilling tablets, remove debris first before opening the insert.

Rinse the insert thoroughly between tablet changes to help prevent chemical residue buildup.

Safety, Storage, and Disposal

Important Safety Notice

Never mix different types of chlorine tablets.

Do not mix trichlor tablets with calcium hypochlorite (cal-hypo) tablets in this unit. Mixing tablet chemistries can cause dangerous chemical reactions.

Always rinse the skimmer basket insert thoroughly after each use and before adding new tablets.

Storage & Care

Rinse the skimmer basket insert thoroughly after each use.

Store in a clean, dry area when not in use.

For full safety instructions and compatibility guidance, always refer to the product packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What does the Skimmer Basket Insert do?

    The HTH Skimmer Basket Insert fits inside your existing skimmer basket and holds 3–4 chlorine tablets. The insert separates the tablets from debris, making it more convenient and less messy when replacing tablets or cleaning the skimmer basket.

  • How often should I clean or replace my skimmer basket insert?

    Check your skimmer basket at least weekly to see if you need to add tablets and/or clean out the debris. The insert should last several seasons before it needs to be replaced.

  • Will a skimmer basket insert work with my pool's existing skimmer?

    HTH skimmer basket inserts are designed to fit most standard residential pool skimmer baskets. If you have an unusually large or custom skimmer, check dimensions before purchasing. The insert comes with a mount and stainless steel screws to attach to the skimmer basket.

  • Can I put chlorine tablets in my skimmer basket instead of a floater?

    While placing tablets in a skimmer basket is common, it is not the recommended method. Trichlor tablets are highly acidic and can corrode metal components and damage pump seals if the pump turns off while tablets are sitting in concentrated contact with equipment. A floating dispenser or automatic chemical feeder is the safer long-term option.

  • Does the skimmer basket insert help with algae control?

    Indirectly, yes. The insert allows the tablets to dissolve steadily and uniformly, helping to maintain a consistent chlorine level, which will help control algae.

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Quick Pool Tips

  • Always read product label directions prior to using and use only as directed

  • Always add chemicals to pool water, never the other way around

  • Never add chemicals to pool water when people are in the pool

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    Never mix products together

  • Always store pool products in a cool, dry location and out of direct sunlight