8949 Return Fitting
8940H IN-WALL FULLY AUTOMATIC SKIMMER
AND HYDROSTREAM RECIRCULATION SYSTEM
by
ILP
IMPORTANT: Location of skimmer and return.
should be considered before installation.
Accessibility of skimmer will be limited if
installed under a deck or walk-around patio,
maintenance and vacuuming can be done
through front skimmer opening.
FEATURES
•
Rugged, tamperproof, full sized built-in automatic skimmer
for removing leaves and surface debris _ complete with
patented weir which adjusts automatically to a 4” variation
in water level.
•
Large capacity skimmer basket prevents leaves and other debris
from clogging hose lines and loading up filter - gives longer
filter cycle!
•
Vacuuming connection inside skimmer for 1-1/4” or 1-1/2” hose
sizes.
NOTE:
Ideal
Water
Level
Combo Front / Top / Front Access
Automatic Surface Skimmer
•
Through-the -wall locknut fitting with adjustable Hydrostream
directional inlet fitting... Flow direction can be easily set for
proper, efficient circulation pattern.
•
Completely eliminates cumbersome, unattractive “hangover”
hoses, and loss of pump prime caused by irregular
sucking action of float-type attachment skimmers.
•
All parts completely corropsion-free. Quality built to give years
of dependable service.
•
All parts available and sold separately.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.
To adjust inlet flow direction - Loosen knurled outer ring of “eyeball” fitting, move ball to desired position and
tighten knurled ring hand tight.
2.
To clean skimmer basket - Remove top cover; or fold weir forward and squeeze pins toward center to remove.
Remove basket.
3.
To attach vacuum cleaner hose - Remove top cover; or fold weir forward and squeeze pins toward center to remove.
Remove basket. Fill hose with water and insert vacuum hose cuff into skimmer outlet. Some vacuum hoses may
require use of a separate hose adapter which your dealer can provide.
RECOMMENDED WINTERIZING PROCEDURE
Drain pool level approximately 2” below skimmer opening. Remove Hydrostream fitting and securely plug wall fitting
(1-1/2” threaded plugs are available from your dealer). Disconnect filter hoses from skimmer and wall fitting. Be sure that
skimmer is kept free from water accumulation. Warranty does not include damage caused by formation of ice in skimmer.
Optional winter plate is recommended in climates where freezing may occur.
PARTS LIST
(1) SKIMMER HOUSING
(1) 8942 TOP COVER
(1) 8943 BASKET
(1) 8944 VAC ADAPTER PLATE & ELBOW
(1) 8946 GASKET SET
(1) 8947 SS SCREW SET
(1) 8945 FRONT PLATE
(1) 8941 FLAP WEIR
(1) 8949 RETURN FITTING
(1) 8905 HOSE ADAPTERS
(1) 8948 TEFLON TAPE
METAL WALL PANEL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CUT-OUT FOR SKIMMER MODEL 8940H SERIES
(If pool wall is not factory pre-cut)
1.
Locate skimmer face plate against metal wall at desired position (Average water level should be approximately at
the mid point of the face plate). Make sure that the face plate and the skimmer will not interfere with top coping or
lip border of the pool structure.
2.
Drill or punch twelve 1/4” holes per template guide.
3.
Make rectangular cut-out per template enclosed.
CUT-OUT FOR 8949 RETURN FITTING
(If pool wall is not factory pre-cut)
1.
Cut 2-7/16“ circle at desired location. Cut-out should be approximately 8” below desired water level.
INSTALL LINER AND FILL POOL TO APPROX. 2“ BELOW LOWEST WALL OPENING
Note: Be sure skimmer and return inlet are not located at a pool vertical (upright)
SKIMMER INSTALLATION
1.
Screw one hose adapter (with pipe tape) into skimmer outlet.
2.
Place one gasket on skimmer face, making sure holes in gasket align with holes in skimmer face. (A very light
application of adhesive cement will assist in holding gasket in place).
3.
Align skimmer face and gasket with drilled panel holes and fasten to wall panel at center of each side with the two
(2) pan head securing screws.
4.
Install Vinyl liner.
5.
Align second gasket and face plate and fasten tightly to skimmer face with ten (10) 12-24 x 1” screws (pierce liner
through face plate holes
one at a time
prior to inserting each screw). Screws secure through: 1. Face Plate; 2. Gasket;
3. Vinyl liner; 4. Wall panel; 5. Gasket; 6. Into skimmer face.
6.
Connect filter suction hose to skimmer hose adapter and secure with clamp.
7.
Cut out vinyl liner along
inside
edges of face plate with razor blade or sharp knife.
FITTING INSTALLATION
1.
Gently press vinyl liner at circular wall fitting opening to locate exact opening. Make a circular cut-out in the vinyl
liner approx. 3/4” smaller than the circular opening in the wall.
2.
Screw one hose adapter (with pipe tape) into small end of wall fitting.
3.
Place one gasket on the fitting and insert through the vinyl liner and wall panel. Place other gasket over fitting hub
and screw locknut, with washer, up tightly.
4.
Screw adjustable directional ball fitting into face of wall fitting. Opening should face away from wall skimmer opening.
5.
Connect filter return hose to fitting hose adapter and secure with clamp.
2-3/32”
2-3/32”
2-3/32”
2-11/32”
2-11/32”
7/8”
7/8”
8-1/4”
5-3/4”
5-9/16”
8”
1-3/64”
1-3/64”
8940H
AUTOMATIC SKIMMER
DIMENSIONS
5-7/8”
7-1/4”
5-5/8”
(10) HOLES
7-1/8”
12-3/4”
9-3/64”
MOUNTING
FLANGE
(2) GASKETS REQ’D
WEIR
COVER
12-3/4”
3/4”
PERF
PLASTIC
BASKET
