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B. INSTALLATION
3. OPTIONAL OVERFLOW PORTS (FIG 2)
• Two overflow ports are provided on the rear of the skimmer, one for 3/4in pipe and one for 1 in pipe
• The ports are sealed from the factory. To utilize an overflow port, drill out using a 3/4in hole saw.
• Glue 3/4in or 1in pipe to the correct port using PVC cement and drain overflow to an appropriate area following all local
building code and/or environmental requirements.
Optional Bonding
Wire Port
3/4in Pipe
Overflow Port
1in Pipe
Overflow Port
FIGURE 2: OVERFLOW PORTS
4. WATER BONDING - POOL DEFENDER® MODELS ONLY (FIG 3)
• Pool Defender models include a bonding wire for integrated water bonding.
• Connect the copper wire in the rear of the skimmer to the pool bonding grid or loop using the provided connector.
• As required in NEC section 680.26(C) the bonding device:
• Consists of at least 9 sq. in. of conductive material
• Shall be in contact with the water 24/7, whether the circulation system is running or not
• The connector (lug) must NOT be unable to “back off” (due to vibration, etc.)
Optional
Copper Bonding
Wire
9in
2
Bonding
Plate
FIGURE 3: OPTIONAL WATER BONDING