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MAINTENANCE
Weir: Periodically check weir for free operation. Replace if
damaged or worn.
Strainer basket: Check strainer basket as often as needed
for accumulated leaves, debris, etc. Empty basket as
required. Restart the pump to reset float valve if it is closed.
Float Valve: Periodically check that float valve is operating
freely and is not waterlogged. If necessary, tighten trimmer
plate pivot screw to maintain desired flow balance.
Equalizer Fittings: Periodically check that wall fittings are
correctly installed and that covers are tight to fittings.
Water level: Maintain water level at least 1.5 to 2" above
bottom of skimmer opening for proper operation. Adjust
trimmer plate if necessary.
Winterizing: Drain pool until level is below skimmer inlet.
Remove cover, basket and float. Plug both bottom ports
with standard 2" pipe plugs. Cover skimmer to prevent
rainwater or snow from entering the skimmer where it
could freeze.
WARNING! FALLING AND TRIPPING HAzARD. THE DECK
LID MUST bE INSTALLED FLUSH WITH THE DECK LEVEL.
Skimmer deck lid is made of impact and weather resistant
materials, but extended use (5-10 years) may lead to
reduced strength. Regularly check condition of skimmer
lid. Look for cracks, chips, deterioration of plastic, etc. If any
sign of damage or deterioration is found, replace the deck
lid and fasteners.
SKIMMER LAYOUT AND SUCTION LINE SIzING
Skimmers are critically important to remove floating
contaminants, oils, and debris, for this reason modern pool
building codes 100% of the filtration flow rate.
1.
The minimum number of skimmers is based on facility
type (See Table 1).
2.
When selecting the location for skimmers place at
least one so that the prevailing wind blows towards
the skimmer
3.
Size suction pipe based on the design flow rate such
that the water velocity in the pipe will not exceed six
feet per second. Use multiple pipes or the next size
larger pipe for long pipe runs. See figures 5 and 7
piping layout
WARNING! PUMPS PRODUCE SUCTION THAT CAN bE
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF AN EQUALIzER COVER IS
LOOSE, CRACKED, bROKEN, MISSING, OR IF THE FLOW
EXCEEDS THE COVER FLOW RATING
Part Numbers/Colors
SKR101 White
SKR102 black
SKR103 Lt. Gray
SKR104 blue
SKR105 Dk. Gray
SKR108 Tan
6
1
4
5
2
3
7
13-1/32"
10-11/32"
8-3/4"
1-9/32"
16"
Ø 10-5/8"
19-7/8"
2 1/2" sp. x 2" soc. x 2" NPT
1. Skimmer, body
2. Skimmer, float assy.
3. Skimmer, basket
4. Skimmer, collar
5. Skimmer, lid
6. Skimmer, weir assy.
7. Oring, float seal
REPAIR PARTS LIST
Table 1: Skimmers Needed
Facility
Area Per Skimmer
(sq. ft.)
Public Pool
500
Residential Pool
800
Public and Residential Pool
150
Figure 6: Skimmer Specs
