Pentair Vac-Mate Skimmer Vacuum Attachment R211100 — skimmer-mounted, adjustable suction & debris trapping

If you want to simplify pool cleaning, the Vac-Mate converts most skimmer boxes into an automatic control point for suction cleaners and surface skimmers. Instead of swapping parts or manually managing cleaner suction, this single attachment balances cleaner performance with ongoing surface skimming so debris is caught in the skimmer basket before it reaches the pump.

How does the Vac-Mate let my cleaner and skimmer work together?

The Vac-Mate routes suction so a pool cleaner can operate while the skimmer still draws surface debris. A simple handle controls the flow, so the cleaner runs and the skimmer continuously skims without extra adjustments. It effectively makes many suction-side cleaners and skimmer setups automatic.

• Combines cleaner suction and surface skimming through one installed unit
• Single control handle adjusts the balance between cleaner and skimmer
• Compatible with most suction-side cleaner control mechanisms

What kinds of debris and protection does it provide?

The Vac-Mate captures floating and surface debris in the skimmer basket before it reaches the pump pot and filter system. This reduces the amount of leaves, bugs, and other material entering your filtration equipment and makes routine basket clean-outs simpler and quicker.

• Traps leaves and larger particles in the skimmer basket
• Prevents coarse debris from reaching the pump pot and clogging equipment
• Makes basket removal and disposal easy for quick maintenance

How simple is installation and day-to-day use?

Installation replaces the existing control mechanism in most skimmers and takes only a few steps; no complicated plumbing changes are required. Once in place, adjust the Vac-Mate’s handle to set the desired suction split, then let your cleaner and skimmer run together with minimal supervision.

• Designed to replace most factory-supplied control parts in skimmers
• User-friendly handle for on-the-fly adjustments
• No major modifications to the pool plumbing needed

Will this work with my suction-side cleaner model?

In most cases, yes — the Vac-Mate is engineered to be compatible with a wide range of suction-side pool cleaners and their control mechanisms. If your cleaner uses a standard skimmer control, the Vac-Mate will typically integrate without requiring specialized adapters.

• Replaces common control mechanisms used by many cleaners
• Enables automatic operation for many suction-side cleaner types
• Check cleaner and skimmer dimensions for seamless fit

Who this is for: The Pentair R211100 Vac-Mate suits pool owners who want to streamline maintenance and protect equipment—especially those using suction-side cleaners who also want continuous surface skimming and easier debris removal. It's a convenient upgrade for backyard pools with standard skimmer setups, helping reduce pump strain and cut time spent hand-cleaning the surface.