Hayward VL Series Strainer Lid & Basket | VLX4007A
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SKU: VLX4007A
Hayward VLX4007A Strainer Lid, Basket with Handle & Strainer O-Ring (VL Series)
Hayward VLX4007A is a genuine replacement strainer accessory kit for select Hayward VL Series sand filter systems. It’s designed to restore the pump strainer basket area when the original lid, basket, or sealing O-ring is cracked, worn, missing, or no longer sealing properly.
Key Features
- Part Number: VLX4007A
- Brand: Hayward
- Type: Strainer accessory kit (lid, basket, and lid O-ring)
- Helps restore proper sealing at the strainer lid to reduce leaks and air entry
- Genuine Hayward replacement part for correct fit and reliable sealing
What’s Included
- Strainer lid (with handle)
- Strainer basket
- Strainer lid O-ring
Common Applications
- Used on select Hayward VL Series sand filter systems (commonly referenced for VL40-series systems)
- Replacement for damaged lids, cracked baskets, or flattened/brittle lid O-rings
Symptoms This Part Can Help Fix
- Air bubbles in the pump basket due to a poor lid seal
- Water seepage/drips around the strainer lid
- Reduced prime or intermittent prime loss from a worn lid O-ring
- Debris bypass or poor skimming due to a damaged strainer basket
Installation Notes
- Verify your exact Hayward VL system model and compare the lid/basket style before ordering.
- Clean the lid sealing surface and O-ring groove before installing.
- Use a light coat of pool-safe silicone O-ring lubricant on the lid O-ring (do not use petroleum-based grease).
- Do not overtighten the lid; snug and even seating helps prevent warping and leaks.
Related Products
- Hayward VLX4007A (This Kit)
- Hayward VLX4007K Strainer Housing Kit
- Hayward VLX4004A O-Ring Kit (All O-Rings on Strainer & Filter)
- Hayward VLX4008 Shaft Seal & Pump Body O-Ring Kit
- Pool-Safe Silicone O-Ring Lubricant
- Hayward VL Series Replacement Parts
Maintenance Tips
- Clean the strainer basket regularly to reduce restriction and improve circulation.
- Inspect the lid O-ring at each cleaning; replace if flattened, cracked, or sticky.
- Keep the lid sealing surface clean to prevent air leaks and prime loss.
- If the lid becomes difficult to seal, inspect for warping, cracks, or debris in the O-ring groove.
Questions about returns? View our return policy.
Hours Of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Phoenix Time
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
- Orders costing more than $300 WILL be required to have signature confirmation upon delivery.
- Handling time is typically only 1 day.
- Any item ordered after 1pm Phoenix time, may not ship same-day.
- Call us if you require expedited shipping and we can give you quotes based on your needs.
Return Policy:
- All products, except as noted below, are eligible for return up to 30 days after receipt of item.
- For returns, an RMA form must be filled out HERE or customers can call for additional help.
- Shipping costs will be deducted from all returned items.
- Any item that is missing accessories, original packaging, or is not returned in the same condition that it was received in, may be subject to a re-stocking fee up to 100% based on the condition we receive it in.
- Items broken, damaged, or inoperable due to installer error will not be refunded.
- Fill out the return form or give us a call to obtain an RMA and return shipping label.
- There are no returns on the Pentair Colorsync 618031
- No returns on pool cleaners.
- No returns on opened seals and o-rings.
- No returns on capacitors.
- If a light is returned because it "doesn't work" and it tests fine, the cost to ship and a re-stocking fee will be deducted from the refund.
- All products denied upon arrival at customers house WILL be charged the cost to ship.
- Visa Gift Card Promotions: Gift cards are sent within 14 days of the order. When accepting the Visa Gift card, you agree that if your order is returned or refunded, this amount will be deducted from the refunded amount. All Visa Gift cards are sent via email in an E-Gift Card format and are non refundable.
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