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3. After the interior finish is applied, attach the return 

guard cover using the 3 screws supplied. Fig. 10.

4. After the pool is filled and is ready for startup 

remove all pressure test plugs.

5. Start the pumps and so water flow can clean out 

all lines before installing the dual pressure nozzle.

6. Remove the adjustable deck ring and cut away 

with a pair of side cutters or hack saw blade 
the extra deck ring slats that protrude down and 
block the skimmer throat. The throat should be 
completely open when the deck ring is set at 
desired deck thickness Fig. 11.

GUNITE

VENTURI PRESSURE

PUMP SUCTION

POOL 

FINISH

RETURN

FITTING

WITH COVER

TILE

DECK

PLUG OR OPTIONAL

STAND PIPE

Fig. 10
Gunite stage

Fig. 11
Cut off desired amount from the adjustable deck ring and replace back into skimmer

FAILURE TO 
INSTALL THE 
RETURN GUARD 

FITTING AND RETURN GUARD COVER CAN 
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

 

WARNING

Attach return guard (standard)
#005-702-9205-XX

Summary of Contents for Paraskim

Page 1: ...CRETE POOLS OWNER S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION GUIDE WARNING Paraskim and Paraskim V must be installed in accordance with Paramount s written instruction manual and in conformity with applicable Federal...

Page 2: ...and spa pumps produce high levels of suction and move high volumes of water which can cause death or serious injury if a person comes in close proximity to pool or spa drains Keep clear of pool and s...

Page 3: ...when designing and installing a proper filtration system Properly bond grounded pumps time clocks switches and any other metal in or near water This is required to address Electrical Shock Hazards De...

Page 4: ...long pipe runs in which friction can reduce flow and pressure refer to a friction flow chart for proper pipe sizes 5 When planning location of skimmers on one and two skimmer outdoor pools locate skim...

Page 5: ...r 2 skimmers Using sweep 90 fittings or two 45 fittings in place of a single 90 is more efficient 4 For pressure testing seal off any used ports Over tightening the threaded plugs may result in failur...

Page 6: ...PVC valve controlled line from the return manifold to the bottom 1 port of the skimmer This valve is set during normal operation of the skimmer to use about 8 10 GPM through the Dual venturi nozzle N...

Page 7: ...page 18 1 The side port on the skimmer will need to be drilled with a 5 8 bit and the tube adapter fitting installed in the end of the pipe before it is connected to the skimmer socket Fig 4 2 Plumb a...

Page 8: ...PVC and cap the end to prevent gunite from entering An optional float valve assembly will be needed for this option Float valve purchased separately Install an equalizer fitting that conforms to ANSI...

Page 9: ...e 2 skimmer venturi return line Fig 9 2 Before plastering or applying the finish to the pool cut the 2 return line 3 behind the gunite surface and glue the return guard fitting to the 2 pipe so it wil...

Page 10: ...or hack saw blade the extra deck ring slats that protrude down and block the skimmer throat The throat should be completely open when the deck ring is set at desired deck thickness Fig 11 GUNITE VENTU...

Page 11: ...ell OPTIONAL The skimmer may be set after the concrete shell is shot Notch the concrete at the top of the pool wall where skimmer is to be set and cut a 8 diameter hole for the venturi return guard to...

Page 12: ...mount return guard FAILURE TO INSTALL THE RETURN GUARD FITTING AND RETURN GUARD COVER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING 3 After the interior finish is applied attach the return guard cove...

Page 13: ...tom port in the event that winterizing is necessary NOTICE 3 The venturi skimmer may be operated simultaneously with the normal skimmer functioning or the suction from the pump may be shut off or not...

Page 14: ...n at this time allowing water to flow to the pump from the equalizer line After the pump has been turned off and the water level is raised to the appropriate level for good skimming action the equaliz...

Page 15: ...equipment Different methods are used depending on regional conditions It is the pool operator s responsibility to ensure all components of the pool and pool equipment are protected from the most sever...

Page 16: ...l water level to recommended height 2 Check ozone meter valve setting With ozone return some air expected TROUBLESHOOTING 11 Pour some antifreeze down the pipe and into the skimmer for added freeze pr...

Page 17: ...52 4570 XX Deck lid 4 005 702 6000 XX Notched deck ring 5 005 152 2207 00 Basket 6 005 702 9100 00 Trimmer plate assembly 7 004 152 4517 00 Mesh bag 600 Micron 8 004 252 4745 00 Optional 2 winterizing...

Page 18: ...ction feed tubing kit 9 005 702 9205 XX Return guard assembly standard 10 004 152 4517 00 Mesh bag 600 Micron 11 004 552 5452 00 Optional small Nozzle Tool 12 005 702 9210 XX Optional return guard ass...

Page 19: ...M V WITH VENTURI SHOWN WITHOUT BASKET DUAL PRESSURE VENTURI NOZZLE TOP OF BEAM TOP OF BEAM WEIR DOOR RETURN GUARD WEIR DOOR OPTIONAL OZONE INJECTION FEED TUBE DUAL PRESSURE VENTURI NOZZLE BASKET BASKE...

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