{"product_id":"pentair-white-collar-sta-rite-pool-spa-skimmer-08650-0169","title":"Pentair Lid and Collar - White | U-3 Skimmer | 08650-0169","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOEM Replacement Lid and Collar for the Sta-Rite U-3 Skimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pentair 08650-0169 is the OEM replacement white lid and collar for the Sta-Rite U-3 pool and spa skimmer. This is the \u003cstrong\u003ewhite\u003c\/strong\u003e version; confirm the color of your existing lid before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 2px solid #FFEAA7; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin: 15px 0; color: #856404;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: COLOR-SPECIFIC LISTING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis listing is for the white lid and collar only. Verify the color of your existing skimmer lid before ordering to ensure an exact match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lid and collar seal the top of the Sta-Rite U-3 skimmer housing, providing secure access to the skimmer basket while maintaining a watertight closure at the deck surface. Replacing a cracked, warped, or missing lid and collar restores the skimmer's protective seal and safe deck-level access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePentair Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e08650-0169\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eEach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFits Into\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair (formerly Sta-Rite)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eU-3 Skimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e09655-2403\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eLid and Collar, White; explicitly listed for Model 09655-2403 and 09655-2404\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair (formerly Sta-Rite)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eU-3 Skimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e09655-2404\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eLid and Collar, White; explicitly listed for Model 09655-2403 and 09655-2404\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCompatibility is based on Pentair parts documentation and available OEM records. This is not an exhaustive list. For certainty, verify the part number in your equipment's manual or on the original part itself before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen installing the replacement lid and collar, inspect the skimmer collar seating surface for cracks or debris before securing. Tighten any fasteners evenly to ensure a uniform seal and prevent stress cracking in the new lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual:2026-04-14 --\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52770062041363,"sku":"08650-0169","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/pentair-sta-rite-pool-skimmer-lid-collar-replacement-08650-0169-3.webp?v=1767395258","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentair-white-collar-sta-rite-pool-spa-skimmer-08650-0169","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}