{"product_id":"pentairrainbowvacmatestrainerbasketr36009penr36009","title":"Pentair Rainbow Vac-Mate Strainer Basket | R36009","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003ePentair R36009 Vac-Mate Debris Basket (Skimmer Basket) – For Rainbow \/ Vac-Mate Multifunction Vacuum Skimmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003ePentair R36009\u003c\/strong\u003e is the replacement \u003cstrong\u003edebris basket\u003c\/strong\u003e used in the Pentair \u003cstrong\u003eVac-Mate\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ Rainbow\n    multifunction vacuum skimmer attachment (commonly referenced as model \u003cstrong\u003e211100 \/ R211100\u003c\/strong\u003e). This basket catches leaves, twigs, and\n    larger debris before it enters your plumbing, helping protect the pump and maintain stronger, more consistent vacuum flow during manual vacuuming.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e R36009\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vac-Mate debris basket (basket only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pentair\/Rainbow Vac-Mate multifunction vacuum skimmer attachment (211100 \/ R211100)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hole in bottom for thumb-bolt style retention (common Vac-Mate design)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eApproximate Dimensions (Helpful for Fit Checks)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Outside Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-7\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Inside Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasket Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-3\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Reasons to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBasket is cracked, warped, or won’t seat correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDebris bypassing the basket due to broken ribs or damaged rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReduced flow caused by a deformed basket that restricts water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMissing basket (protects the system from large debris during vacuuming)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTurn off the pump before opening the skimmer\/Vac-Mate assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRemove the old basket and rinse out the housing before installing the new basket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf the basket doesn’t seal\/seat firmly, inspect the \u003cstrong\u003ebasket gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e and the housing sealing surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=Pentair%20R36009\"\u003eSearch: Pentair R36009\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=R36002\"\u003eSearch: R36002 Basket Gasket (fits R36009)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=R36017\"\u003eSearch: R36017 Basket Shaft \/ Thumb Bolt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=R211100%20Vac-Mate\"\u003eSearch: Vac-Mate 211100 \/ R211100 Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=vac%20mate%20gasket\"\u003eSearch: Vac-Mate Gaskets \u0026amp; Seals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=skimmer%20vac%20plate\"\u003eSearch: Skimmer Vacuum Plates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEmpty and rinse the basket frequently while vacuuming heavy leaf loads to keep suction strong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCheck the basket rim and gasket area for grit—sand can prevent a good seal and reduce flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf vacuum suction is weak, confirm the basket is seated properly and inspect the gasket for flattening or cracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDo not run the system with a missing or broken basket—large debris can reach the pump basket and restrict flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52589955612988,"sku":"R36009","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/products\/pentairrainbowvacmatestrainerbasketr36009penr36009","provider":"Aqua Pool Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}