{"product_id":"haywardvlseriesstrainerlidbasketvlx4007ahppvlx4007a","title":"Hayward VL Series Strainer Lid \u0026 Basket | VLX4007A","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHayward VLX4007A Strainer Lid, Basket with Handle \u0026amp; Strainer O-Ring (VL Series)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Hayward \u003cstrong\u003eVLX4007A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine replacement \u003cstrong\u003estrainer accessory kit\u003c\/strong\u003e for select Hayward\n    \u003cstrong\u003eVL Series\u003c\/strong\u003e sand filter systems. It’s designed to restore the pump strainer basket area when the original\n    lid, basket, or sealing O-ring is cracked, worn, missing, or no longer sealing properly.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePart Number: VLX4007A\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBrand: Hayward\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eType: Strainer accessory kit (lid, basket, and lid O-ring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHelps restore proper sealing at the strainer lid to reduce leaks and air entry\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGenuine Hayward replacement part for correct fit and reliable sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStrainer lid (with handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStrainer basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStrainer lid O-ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsed on select Hayward VL Series sand filter systems (commonly referenced for VL40-series systems)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplacement for damaged lids, cracked baskets, or flattened\/brittle lid O-rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSymptoms This Part Can Help Fix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAir bubbles in the pump basket due to a poor lid seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWater seepage\/drips around the strainer lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReduced prime or intermittent prime loss from a worn lid O-ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDebris bypass or poor skimming due to a damaged strainer basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVerify your exact Hayward VL system model and compare the lid\/basket style before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClean the lid sealing surface and O-ring groove before installing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse a light coat of pool-safe silicone O-ring lubricant on the lid O-ring (do not use petroleum-based grease).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDo not overtighten the lid; snug and even seating helps prevent warping and leaks.\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=VLX4007A\"\u003eHayward VLX4007A (This Kit)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=VLX4007K\"\u003eHayward VLX4007K Strainer Housing Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=VLX4004A\"\u003eHayward VLX4004A O-Ring Kit (All O-Rings on Strainer \u0026amp; Filter)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=VLX4008\"\u003eHayward VLX4008 Shaft Seal \u0026amp; Pump Body O-Ring Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=pool%20o-ring%20lubricant%20silicone\"\u003ePool-Safe Silicone O-Ring Lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=hayward%20vl%20series%20parts\"\u003eHayward VL Series Replacement Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClean the strainer basket regularly to reduce restriction and improve circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInspect the lid O-ring at each cleaning; replace if flattened, cracked, or sticky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep the lid sealing surface clean to prevent air leaks and prime loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf the lid becomes difficult to seal, inspect for warping, cracks, or debris in the O-ring groove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hayward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46797885735087,"sku":"VLX4007A","price":34.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/6415\/2239\/files\/hayward-vl-series-strainer-lid-basket-vlx4007a-pump-parts-7263283.jpg?v=1777068755","url":"https:\/\/freshized.com\/products\/haywardvlseriesstrainerlidbasketvlx4007ahppvlx4007a","provider":"Freshized","version":"1.0","type":"link"}