HTH Black Leaf Skimmer

The HTH Black Leaf Skimmer is a professional grade manual cleaning attachment designed for the efficient removal of floating debris from the surface of swimming pools.

This essential maintenance tool features a reinforced plastic frame and a high density fine mesh net, specifically engineered to withstand the high ultraviolet exposure and daily demands of pool environments.

Product Specifications and Features

• • Reinforced Frame: Manufactured from heavy-duty black plastic that provides structural rigidity when moving the skimmer through heavy water resistance.
• • Fine Mesh Netting: Utilises a durable polyester mesh with small apertures to trap tiny particles including midges, gnats, and fine blossom petals.
• • Universal Fitting: Equipped with a standard easy clip connection system that is compatible with most telescopic aluminium pool poles.
• • Leading Edge Design: Features a tapered front lip to assist in scooping up debris that is floating very close to the pool tiles or weir.
• • Corrosion Resistance: The materials used are resistant to common pool chemicals including chlorine, bromine, and saltwater systems.

Ideal Use and Application

• • Daily Maintenance: Use the skimmer each morning to remove surface organic matter before it sinks to the bottom and places a load on the filtration system.
• • Storm Cleanup: Ideal for the rapid removal of large quantities of leaves and twigs following heavy summer winds or thunderstorms.
• • Algae Prevention: By removing organic waste from the surface, the skimmer helps reduce the nutrient load that contributes to algae growth.
• • Attachment: Simply depress the plastic v-clips on your telescopic pole and slide the skimmer handle into place until the clips snap into the designated holes.

Care and Maintenance

• • Debris Removal: Always empty the net after each use by tapping it gently against a soft surface or rinsing it with a garden hose.
• • Sun Protection: To prevent the plastic frame from becoming brittle, store the skimmer in a shaded equipment box or garage when not in use.
• • Net Inspection: Check the mesh regularly for small tears; repairing tiny holes early can prevent the net from splitting under the weight of heavy wet leaves.

Frequently Asked Questions

• • Does this skimmer include the pole? No, this product is the skimmer head attachment only and requires a standard telescopic pool pole for operation.
• • Can I use this to clean the bottom of the pool? This is a flat skimmer designed for surface debris; for cleaning the floor, a deep bag leaf rake is more appropriate.
• • Will it fit my existing pole? Yes, the attachment point is a standard industry size that fits almost all aluminium telescopic poles available in South Africa.