Waterway Basket Assembly with Handle for Renegade Vinyl Liner & Fiberglass In-Ground Skimmers 542-3240
Waterway
SKU: 542-3240
Waterway 542-3240 Basket Assembly with Handle for Renegade Vinyl Liner & Fiberglass In-Ground Skimmers
The Waterway 542-3240 Basket Assembly with Handle is a replacement skimmer basket used with compatible Waterway Renegade vinyl liner and fiberglass in-ground pool skimmers. This basket helps collect leaves, debris, and larger particles before they enter the pump and filtration system.
This replacement basket includes the handle assembly for easier removal during routine skimmer cleaning. It is used when the original basket is cracked, warped, missing, clogged, or no longer seating correctly in the skimmer body.
Product Features
- Genuine Waterway replacement skimmer basket assembly
- Manufacturer part number: 542-3240
- Includes basket and handle
- Designed for compatible Waterway Renegade skimmers
- Used with select vinyl liner and fiberglass in-ground skimmers
- Helps trap leaves and debris before they reach the pump basket
- White plastic construction where specified
- Replacement for worn, cracked, warped, or missing skimmer baskets
Product Details
| Brand | Waterway |
| Part Number | 542-3240 |
| Product Type | Skimmer Basket Assembly |
| Includes | Basket with Handle |
| Skimmer Series | Renegade |
| Color | White where specified |
| Application | Replacement basket for compatible Waterway Renegade vinyl liner and fiberglass in-ground skimmers |
Compatibility
- Compatible Waterway Renegade vinyl liner in-ground skimmers
- Compatible Waterway Renegade fiberglass in-ground skimmers
- Skimmer assemblies specifically calling for Waterway part number 542-3240
- Not the same as Waterway 519-3240 gunite skimmer basket unless the existing skimmer or parts diagram confirms compatibility
Common Uses
- Replacing a cracked or damaged skimmer basket
- Replacing a missing skimmer basket handle assembly
- Restoring proper debris collection in a Waterway Renegade skimmer
- Reducing debris load before water reaches the pump basket
- Routine pool service replacement for worn skimmer baskets
Installation Notes
- Turn off the pool pump before removing or replacing the skimmer basket.
- Remove the skimmer lid and lift out the old basket using the handle if present.
- Clean leaves, debris, and sediment from the skimmer well before installing the new basket.
- Confirm the new basket seats flat in the skimmer body.
- Reinstall the skimmer lid before restarting the pool pump.
- Check pump operation after installation to confirm proper water flow.
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Maintenance Tips
- Empty the skimmer basket regularly to maintain proper water flow.
- Inspect the basket for cracks, warping, broken handle tabs, or damaged ribs.
- Replace the basket if it no longer seats correctly in the skimmer body.
- Keep the skimmer weir door moving freely for proper surface skimming.
- Check the pump basket after heavy debris loads, storms, or pool cleanups.
Questions about returns? View our return policy.
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- We do not ship on Saturday or Sunday.
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Return Policy:
- Products that are received damaged will receive a refund in store credit.
- Most products are eligible for return within 30 days of receipt, except where noted below.
- To initiate a return, please complete an RMA form prior to sending your item back.
- Original shipping costs are non-refundable and will be deducted from the return credit.
- Items returned missing accessories or original packaging, or that are not in the same condition as received, may be subject to a restocking fee of up to 100% depending on the condition of the item upon return.
- Some returns will be charged an automatic 15% restocking fee.
- We are unable to issue refunds for items that have been damaged or rendered inoperable due to installer error.
- Please complete the return form to receive your RMA number and return shipping label.
- Chemical products are not eligible for return under any circumstances.
- The Pentair Colorsync 618031 is not eligible for return.
- Pool cleaners are not eligible for return.
- Opened seals and o-rings are not eligible for return.
- Capacitors are not eligible for return.
- Plastic popup tools are not eligible for return.
- Automation components and circuit boards are not eligible for return.
- If a light is returned due to a reported malfunction and is found to be fully operational upon testing, return shipping costs and a restocking fee will be deducted from the refund.
- Orders refused at the time of delivery will be subject to the original shipping costs being deducted from the refund.
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