FOR SWIMMING POOLS BERMUDA™ VINYL SKIMMER
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1. NOTE Always turn off all power to the pool pump before installing the cover or working on any suction outlet BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide Overview VINYL LINER SKIMMER LAYOUT AND SUCTION LINE SIZING NOTE In any installation there should be at least two main drains at least three feet apart in addition to any skimmers installed A pool may use more than two but should never have less than two main drains NOTICE Installation must comply with all current applicable codes including NSF Standard 50 if required Equalizer lines may be required on public pool or commercial pool installations 1 Use one skimmer per 500 square feet of pool surface area Suction line sizes are based on a water velocity of less than seven feet per second Since building codes vary check your local building code before installing pool and skimmers 2 Suction line sizes for each section of piping must allow for the total number of skimmers feeding that section of the line Refer to Suction Line Sizing Table 2 on page 6 For piping layout see page 6 and for suction pipe sizing layout see Table 2 on page 6 For good hydraulic balance divide skimmers as equally as possible between the main branches of the piping layout For long pipe runs in which friction can reduce flow and pressure refer to your friction flow chart for proper pipe sizes g gr m 9 When planning location of skimmers on one and two skimmer outdoor pools loc2. 11 on skimmer face aligning holes in gasket with holes in skimmer face A light application of silicone adhesive will help hold gasket in place 10 Install vinyl liner Follow pool manufacturer s instructions for proper vinyl liner installations 11 Align second gasket and faceplate Item 8 or 10 and tightly fastened to skimmer face with flathead face plate screws provided Item 12 Pierce liner through face plate holes one at a time prior to inserting screws BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide SKIMMER INSTALLATION continued 12 Cut out vinyl liner alarm inside edges of faceplate Skip to step 24 for piping instructions 13 If pool panel has been pre punched and predrilled skip to step 19 14 Cut out wall panel section as described in Table 1 on page 2 15 Using faceplate gasket Item 9 or 11 mark location of mounting holes See Figure 1 on page 4 for holes used in flush mounting skimmers 16 Drill 7 32 holes located in step 15 17 Place gasket against pool wall again and mark location of remaining holes 18 Drill 9 32 holes for faceplate screws located in step 17 19 Place gasket on skimmer face aligning holes in gasket with holes in skimmer face Use a light application of silicone adhesive to help hold gasket in place 20 Secure skimmer to wall with four pan head mounting screws provided Item 13 Use 5 8 long pan head screws for pool walls from 1 8 to 1 4 thick Use 1 1 4 long pan head scr
3. DECK COLLAR VINYL TAN 516329 DECK COLLAR VINYL BLACK 516112 BASKET 516243 SCREW 8 1 2 SS 516228 TRIMMER PLATE 516252 WEIR GATE ASSEMBLY 552518 FACEPLATE STD THROAT WHITE 552528 FACEPLATE STD THROAT BLACK 552566 GASKET STD THROAT 10 516229 FACEPLATE WIDEMOUTH THROAT WHT 10 516319 FACEPLATE WIDEMOUTH THROAT BLK 11 516231 GASKET WIDEMOUTH THROAT 12 516345 SCREW 12 8x1 SS STD FACEPLATE 12 516345 SCREW 12 8x1 SS WM FACEPLATE 13 516240 SCREW 12 8x5 8 SS 13 516241 SCREW 12 8x1 1 4 SS 14 516237 FLANGE SPACER ODANDARWWWNHNDN J U A BH S YP HAH NM AH AH AH AH SB SB SB Ss Ss ss SP Oo nm NOTE Order part number 516239 for skimmers manufactured before 3 1 1993 OPTIONS some options not shown 15 506161 VACUUM PLATE ASSEMBLY 1 16 506160 FLOAT VALVE ASSEMBLY 1 195832 2 O RING STYLE PLUG not shown 192323 2 O RING FOR 19 5832 PLUG not shown 191368 1 1 2 O RING STYLE PLUG not shown 191474 1 1 2 O RING FOR 19 1368 PLUG not shown 506162 EQUALIZER ASSEMBLY not shown Float Valve Parts List 355330 O RING SMALL 1 516228 TRIMMER PLATE 1 516243 SCREW 8 X1 2 1 516244 O RING LARGE 1 NOTE All NSF approved skimmers come complete with the optional Float Valve assembly P N 506160 and Equalizer Assembly P N 506162 BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide Illustrated Parts View eo 9 e Q o END SX p a BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installati
4. P M PS Phone 800 831 7133 Fax 800 284 4151 Web sites www pentairpool com P N 516257 Rev G 9 24 15 BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLERS POOL OPERATORS AND POOL OWNERS MUST READ THESE WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT ADANGER SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INSTALLED AND USED CORRECTLY A wARNING FOR USE WITH MULTIPLE SUBMERGED SUCTION OUTLETS OR A SINGLE SUBMERGED SUCTION OUTLET IF ONLY A SINGLE SUCTION OUTLET OR MAIN DRAIN EXISTS A SAFETY VACUUM RELEASE SYSTEM SVRS SUCH AS THE PENTAIR WATER POOL AND SPA INTELLIFLO VS SVRS PUMP A GRAVITY DRAINAGE SYSTEM AN AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF SYSTEM OR A SUCTION LIMITING VENT SYSTEM MUST BE USED A waRNiNG IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT MAY PRESENT A RISK OF HAIR OR BODY ENTRAPMENT AND DROWNING INSTALL THIS EQUIPMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED USE ONLY WITH THE COMPONENTS AND MOUNTING HARDWARE PROVIDED FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND OR USE WITH COMPONENTS NOT PROVIDED BY PENTAIR POOL PRODUCTS AND INTENDED TO BE USED WITH THIS PRODUCT MAY RESULT IN IMPROPER POSITIONING OR FUNCTIONING OF DRAIN COVER AND MAY CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH Mg wm N NNA SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD Pool and spa pumps produce high levels of suction which can pose extreme danger if a person comes in close proximity
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6. in accordance with the latest national and local codes for swimming pools A pool spa pump produces high levels of suction which can pose extreme danger if a person comes in close ADANGER proximity to an open pool or spa drain or a loose or broken drain cover or grate If you have any questions about installation or maintenance of this drain cover please contact your pool professional Never attempt to alter or repair the cover or frame on your own Keep the skimmer lid properly secured at all times Failure to keep the lid secured can cause the lid to become dislodged when stepped on resulting in risk of serious injury Replace the skimmer lid if it is worn or damaged Failure to replace a worn or damaged skimmer lid can cause the lid to break when stepped on resulting in risk of serious injury Hazardous Suction Risk of hair or body entrapment drowning or disembowelment Wall fitting on equalizer line must be non entrapping of hair or body and must conform to ANSI ASME A112 19 8 Note Skimmer is not equivalent to a main drain All pools spas and hot tubs must have at least two main drains besides skimmer s iji CAUTION Blocking pump suction can cause pressure surges and water hammer which can damage pump or piping and may cause flooding For more information about the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act contact the Consumer Product Safety Commission at 301 504 7908 or visit www cpsc gov
7. lid Press index fingers into the slots in bs Pi the skimmer lid and press the tabs toward the center of the lid Lid while lifting the lid I Orient locking tabs on lid insert with notches in underside of skimmer lid DS Push skimmer lid insert firmly until it snaps in place into the lid Thread vacuum plate onto insert Replace skimmer lid with vacuum plate to skimmer Fasten skimmer lid with screws provided ee Collar nor A 0 BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide 6 Multi Skimmer Installation and Pipe Sizing 3 Pool No of Surface Area Skimmers Skimmer Rated Flow GPM ee oe ee In Square Ft Req 30 35 40 45 50 it l Up to 600 1 2 2 2 2 2 n T die i 1 000 2 27 21 2V2 2V2 27 I i 1 500 3 Crom S 4 2 000 4 3 4 4 4 4 n 4 000 Sq Ft Pool Mini I l 8 Skimmers 3 Apait l 2 500 5 4 4 4 4 A4 TI 40 GPM Each I 3 000 6 4 4 4 4 5 i m 8 500 7 4 4 5 5 5 f ucl a 4 000 8 4 5 55 5 l i i 4 500 9 4 ONES 6 INNOCENS E ee E i 5 000 10 5 5 5 6 6 eS Un Qy rec 5 500 11 5 peo O6 6 6 000 12 5 SERON 6 6 Table 2 Suction Pipe Sizing by Surface Area of Pool and Rated flow Capacity of Skimmers Multi Skimmer Installation with pipe sizing Note multiple main drains VACUUMING 1 Remove deck lid from skimmer by removing deck lid screws and lifting deck lid from collar 2 Unscrew vacuum plate from bottom of deck lid and place on basket with smooth side up 3 Fill vacuum h
8. mounted with the throat extending through the pool wall or flash up against the back of the pool wall For through wall mounting follow instructions three through 14 and use Figure 1 on page 4 Full back mounting AKA flush mounting follow instructions 15 through 25 and use Figure 2 on page 4 1 If pool panel has been pre punched and predrilled skip to step 7 2 Cutout wall panel section as per Table 1 shown below STANDARD VERSION WIDEMOUTH VERSION ES uem wmm sem L Basi max mm max wm wax wm Wax ui zune 7916 978 934 734 75 8 17 14 L ewm sw s ew s pom s rare pear Place skimmer face in opening and Mark location of mounting holes onto pool wall Drill 7 32 holes space into the pool wall for securing screws For metal panels leave flange spaces Item 14 in place oa Pw For foam or wood panels that are between 11 16 and 3 4 thickness remove flange spacers by reaching behind mounting flange and pinch the two snap levers towards each other while simultaneously pushing forward on the snap levers Once the snaps have been disengaged the spacer can be removed N Insert skimmer face into panel cut out from the rear until mounting flange or spaces contact pool wall 8 Secure skimmer to wall with four 1 1 4 inch long pan head mounting screws Item 13 by inserting screws through holes in panel and into skimmer mounting flange 9 Place gasket Item 9 or
9. TION To obtain best skimmer performance the pool hydraulic system must be designed to flow from 10 GPM to 55 GPM per skimmer This ensures an adequate flow of water over the skimmers weir The amount of flow to the pump or the main drain equalizer line is regulated by the trimmer plate Item 6 To adjust the flow to the pump move trimmer plate over pump outlet port until desired flow is achieved to adjust the flow from the main drain equalizer line Move trimmer plate over main drain equalizer inlet port until desired flow is achieved The water level of the pool should be maintained at approximately half way up the skimmer opening The water level should not be allowed to get within 1 inch of the top or bottom of the opening if the water level drops too far air might enter the hydraulic system A WARNING Air entering the hydraulic system could become trapped and pressurized in the system Trapped air and improperly closed filters pumps chlorinators or other equipment could cause the equipment to separate causing serious personal injury and all major property damage SKIMMER INSTALLATION See Figure 1 2 and 3 page 4 Bermuda Skimmer Vinyl Installation For Vinyl Liner Skimmer dimensions see page 10 11 Note For optimum skimming action skimmer should be placed relative to prevailing wind and water flow direction Consult pool manufacturer s instructions for additional placement recommendations SKIMMER MOUNTING OPTIONS Skimmer can be
10. as should utilize two drains per pump If a drain cover becomes loose broken or is missing close the pool or spa immediately and shut off the pump until an approved anti entrapment drain cover is properly installed with the supplied stainless steel screws Only the supplied 316 stainless steel screws should be used with the drain cover Substitute screws such as masonry screws sheet rock screws or other types of screws should never be used Screws put into the frame anywhere except in the original screw holes will not hold and will allow the drain cover to come off the main drain causing an entrapment hazard including possible limb and body entrapment or evisceration disembowelment If the screw holes of the frame are stripped or the brass inserts are missing loose or damaged replace the frame DO NOT DRILL NEW SCREW HOLES IN THE FRAME AS THIS WILL DAMAGE AND WEAKEN THE FRAME IMPORTANT NOTICE 1 Attention Installer This manual contains important information about the installation operation and safe use of this product This information should be given to the owner and or operator of this equipment Before installing this product read and follow all warning notices and instructions which are included Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury death or property damage Call 800 831 7133 for additional free copies of these instructions It is absolutely critical that the suction plumbing be installed
11. ate on the bottom of the float valve is moved as far as possible to the side of the valve FLOAT VALVE INSTALLATION 1 Install the large O ring in the O ring groove near the bottom of the skimmer 2 Place float valve into bottom of skimmer Press to seat the O ring in place 3 To increase water flow through the valve slide the trimmer plate to uncover the hole in the bottom of the valve To decrease flow slide the trimmer plate to cover the hole in the bottom of the valve OPERATION When the water level drops below the weir of the skimmer the water level in the skimmer will drop until the float valve closes The equalizer valve will open 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 raised to the appropriate level for good skimming action the equalizer valve will close and the float valve will open automatically Normal operation will resume when the pump is turned back on jnnonu FLOAT VALVE o 0 RE FLOAT VALVE EQUALIZER VALVE roov TO PUMP t EQUALIZER LINE lt gt S TRIMMER X AA O RING O RING PLATE i s GROOVE SCREW gu oe FLOAT VALVE EQUALIZER VALVE VACUUM PLATE INSTALLATION OPTION e A WARNING SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INSTALLED AND USED CORRECTLY VACUUM PLATE INSTALLATION 1 Remove the skimmer lid screws Lid screw Lid screw 2 Remove skimmer
12. ate skimmers so that the prevailing wind blows into the skimmers READ THIS BEFORE SKIMMER INSTALLATION Bermuda Skimmer Vinyl Installation For Vinyl Liner Skimmer dimensions see page 9 NOTICE Skimmer MUST be surrounded by at least 4 of structural concrete in a monolithic pour using a cold joint as shown in installation drawings Line Connections and Testing Connect pump inlet line to rear port in bottom manifold Figure 4 Skimmer is ABS plastic manifold connections are 1 1 2 or 2 threaded or 1 1 2 slip For threaded connections do not use pipe dope to seal joint use threaded seal tape for slip connections apply PVC primer to PVC pipe only Then apply ABS to PVC solvent cement to both pipe and slip connections Consult dealer for correct solvent cement for pipe used Assemble joint per cement manufacturer s instructions Allow at least three 3 hours before pressure testing Plastic cements and primers can be flammable poisonous or both Closely follow cement manufacturer s instructions when using plastic cement In residential installations where equalizers are not required and where the main drain lines do not connect to the skimmer equalizer port low water levels in the pool spa or hot tub or clogged skimmer baskets may damage the pump due to loss of prime if skimmer pulls air or cavitation if skimmer clogs Air pulled in by skimmer s can be trapped in filter tanks which may be a safety hazard If skimmer regularly vort
13. ews for pool walls from 1 4 to 1 2 thick 21 Install vinyl liner Follow pool manufacturer s instructions for proper vinyl liner installation 22 Align second gasket and faceplate Item 8 or 10 and tightly fastened to skimmer face with flathead faceplate screws provided Pierce liner through faceplate holes one at a time prior to inserting screws Screws secure through A Faceplate B Gasket and into F Skimmer Face 23 Cut out vinyl liner along inside edges of faceplate 24 Install any additional supports as supplied for recommended by the pool wall manufacturers 25 Assemble piping and pipe fittings to skimmer All piping must conform to local and state plumbing and sanitary codes When using threaded plastic pipe fittings for skimmer hook up use only silicone sealant Hand tight the pipe fittings plus 1 1 2 turns MAXIMUM Do not over tighten Allow 24 hours for sealant to cure Caution When gluing PVC pipe into an ABS skimmer you must use primer as recommended by the glue manufacturer This will ensure PVC and ABS cement compatibility and a leak free joint 26 Long piping runs and elbows restrict flow For best efficiency use the fewest possible fittings and large diameter pipe 1 1 2 on 1 1 2 skimmers and 2 on 2 skimmers Caution ensure piping is adequately supported on undisturbed earth If additional backfilling and tamping is necessary do not stress pipe or skimmer port by lifting or moving pipe after skimmer port co
14. exes or sucks air raise water level or contact your pool service representative for advice 1 Foroptimum skimmer functionality the skimmer should be placed relative to the prevailing wind and water flow direction Consult pool manufacturer s instructions for placement recommendations Assemble piping and pipe fittings to skimmer All piping must conform to current local and state plumbing and sanitary codes Long pipe runs and elbows restrict water flow For best efficiency use the fewest possible fitting and large diameter pipe 1 1 2 for 1 1 2 skimmers and 2 for 2 skimmers When using threaded plastic pipe fittings for skimmer hook up use only silicone sealant and hand tighten fittings plus 1 1 2 turns MAXIMUM DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN WHEN GLUING PVC PIPE INTO AN ABS SKIMMER YOU MUST USE THE PRIMER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE GLUE MANUFACTURER THIS WILL ENSURE PVC TO ABS CEMENT COMPATIBILITY AND A LEAK FREE JOINT 4 Seal off any used skimmer ports with O ring styled plugs Tighten plugs until the O ring contacts the skimmer and then turn an additional 1 4 turn HAND TIGHTEN ONLY Overtightening the drain plug may result in failure of the drain plug or the skimmer body and will not be covered under the terms of the Limited Warranty For sealing skimmer ports use only the plugs and O rings provided Items 10 11 see page 8 DO NOT use tapered metal plugs as this will void manufacturer s warranty If skimmer must be bypassed for line pressure testing
15. nnections have been made 27 Seal off any use skimmer ports with O ring style plugs Item 17 and 18 Caution Four ceiling skimmer ports use only the plugs and O rings provided Do not use tapered metal plugs as this will void manufacturer s warranty If skimmer must be bypassed for line pressure testing use only commercially available test kits with O ring sealing provisions BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide 4 SKIMMER INSTALLATION Figure 1 2 and 3 VINYL LINER FACEPLATE SCREWS VINYL LINER POOL WALL FACEPLATE M SCREWS D i FACEPLATE VLE GASKETS SK IMMER THROAT POOL LLL FACEPLATE SECURING SCREWS O GASKETS OO MOUNTING SCREWS 4 REQ D THROUGH WALL MOUNT FLUSH MOUNT POOL FIGURE 3 TYPICAL TOOL JOINT CROSS SECTION DETAIL CONCRETE DECK m UU FOR 4 THICK DECK BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide EQUALIZER VALVE AND FLOAT VALVE INSTALLATION OPTIONS A WARNING SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INSTALLED AND USED CORRECTLY EQUALIZER VALVE INSTALLATION 1 Ensure the O ring is in the retainer groove of the equalizer valve Check for operation of the equalizer mechanism 2 Install equalizer valve by threading valve into the skimmer equalizer line port as shown below 3 Be sure that pump port in bottom of skimmer is not blocked by trimmer plate and that the trimmer pl
16. olonged use Cover must be flush with pool spa or hot tub deck level Skimmer is made of impact and weather resistant materials but extended use 5 7 years may lead to reduced strength Regularly check condition of skimmer cover Look for cracks chips deterioration of plastic etc If any sign of damage or deterioration is found TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Pool surface not clean inadequate 1 Skimmer basket obstructed Solution Clean skimmer basket skimming effect 2 Incorrect pool water level Raise lower pool water level to recommended heights 3 Inadequate pool water Position pool water return fittings to increase surface circulation Clean main drain Remove obstruction from main drain line Position pool water return fittings to increase surface circulation at bottom of pool Position pool water return fittings to increase surface circulation at bottom of pool Pool surface clean bottom dirty Main drain obstructed N Inadequate pool water circulation Air returning to pool Low pool water level BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide BLANK PAGE BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide 8 Parts List Bermuda Vinyl Liner Pool Skimmer see page 9 for parts illustration Item Product Number D ription ty 516242 SCREW 48 32 X 1 SS 516215 DECK LID WHITE 516216 DECK LID TAN 516306 DECK LID BLACK 516253 DECK COLLAR VINYL WHITE 516260
17. on and User s Guide 10 Skimmer Vinyl Liner Dimensions Figure 4 FACEPLATE NE P eed 1 1 2 OR 2 PIPE Figure 4 BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide 4 ADJUSTABLE n COLLAR GASKETS 2 REQUIRED el Ex Y Bf lt 4h CENTERLINE OF PORTS Skimmer Screw Hole Locations Standard Vinyl Throat MOUNTING FLANGE Skimmer Vinyl Liner Dimensions continued FACEPLATE n EE E SUPPORT LOCATORS FOR 472 PE OR 2 PIPE USE THESE HOLES FOR FLUSH MOUNTING SKIMMER MOUNTING FLANGE nN E oz N E al Skimmer Screw Hole Locations Widemouth Vinyl Throat Figure 5 BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide gt PENTAIR 1620 HAWKINS AVE SANFORD NC 27330 e 919 566 8000 10951 WEST LOS ANGELES AVE MOORPARK CA 93021 e 805 553 5000 WWW PENTAIRPOOL COM All Pentair trademarks and logos are owned by Pentair or by one of its global affiliates Pentair Aquatic Systems and Bermuda are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc and or its affiliated companies in the United States and or other countries Unless expressly noted names and brands of third parties that may be used in this document are not used to indicate an affiliation or endorsement between the owner
18. oose cracked or not properly secured A WARNING Use these fittings only with a pumping system rated for the corresponding flow or less for two 2 inch plumbing FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN HAIR OR BODY ENTRAPMENT WHICH CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH If in doubt about the rating of your system consult a qualified pool or spa professional A WARNING Hazardous Suction Risk of hair or body entrapment drowning or disembowelment Wall fitting on equalizer line must be non entrapping of hair or body and must conform to ANSI ASME A112 19 8 requirements A check valve is required when skimmer is installed with equalizer Check valve is not used when skimmer is installed without equalizer BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT NOTICE Regularly inspect all drain covers for cracks damage and advanced weathering If a drain cover becomes loose cracked damaged broken or is missing close the pool or spa immediately post a notice and keep the pool or spa closed until an appropriate VGB 2008 certified drain cover is properly installed Drain covers deteriorate over time due to exposure to sunlight and pool chemicals This drain cover must be replaced within seven 7 years from installation or earlier if the cover becomes damaged in any way A WARNING An ANSI ASME A112 19 8a approved anti entrapment drain cover must be used for each drain Pools and sp
19. ose with water and insert post fitting into hole in vacuum plate If an equalizer pipe or main drain line has been plumbed to the front port block off port with trimmer plate prior to installing vacuum plate for best vacuum action MAINTENANCE Weir Periodically check weir for free operation Replace if damaged or worn Strainer Basket Check strainer basket every few days for accumulated leaves debris etc Empty basket as required Reset float valve if it 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 Check Valve Public Pool Models Inspect for wear or deterioration Make sure that screw is tight in check valve body If you can detect flow through equalizer with float valve open replace check valve Equalizer Wall Fittings Periodically check that wall fittings are correctly installed and that covers are tight to fittings Water Level Maintain water level at least 112 to 2 above bottom of skimmer opening for proper operation Adjust trimmer plate if necessary Make sure set screw is tight Winterizing Drain pool until level is below skimmer inlet Remove lid basket and float Plug both bottom ports with standard 1 or 2 pipe plugs see item 10 and 11 in parts list on page 8 Cover skimmer to prevent rainwater or snow accumulation Falling and tripping hazard Skimmer grate may deteriorate with pr
20. s of these names and brands and Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc Those names and brands may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of those third parties Because we are continuously improving our products and services Pentair reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice Pentair is an equal opportunity employer 2015 Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc All rights reserved This document is subject to change without notice P N 516257 REV G 9 24 15
21. to an open pool or spa drain or if a drain cover is loose cracked broken or missing Pool and spa pumps move large volumes of water which can pose extreme danger if a person s hair comes in close proximity to a drain that is not the proper size for the pump or pumps SUCTION ENTRAPMENT DANGERS INCLUDE Hair Entanglement When the hair tangles or knots in the drain cover trapping the swimmer underwater This hazard is present when the flow rating of the cover is too small for the pump or pumps Limb Entrapment When a limb is sucked or inserted into an opening resulting in a mechanical bind or swelling This hazard is present when a drain cover is missing broken loose cracked or not properly secured Body Entrapment When a portion of the body is held against the drain cover trapping the swimmer underwater This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing broken or the cover flow rating is not high enough for the pump or pumps Evisceration Disembowelment When a person sits on an open pool particularly a child wading pool or spa outlet and suction is applied directly to the intestines causing severe intestinal damage This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing loose cracked or not properly secured Mechanical Entrapment When jewelry swimsuit hair decorations finger toe or Knuckle is caught in an opening of an outlet or drain cover This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing broken l
22. use only commercially available test kits with O ring sealing provisions 5 Support skimmer securely in position Support locators on bottom of skimmer allow 1 1 2 or 2 PVC pipe to be used asa support The deck ring collar has a friction fit that allows 1 3 4 of vertical adjustment Additional collars may be stacked upon each other to accommodate desk height as needed Ensure piping is adequately supported on undisturbed earth If additional backfilled and tamping is necessary do not stress pipe or skimmer port by lifting or moving pipe after skimmer port connections have been made BERMUDA Vinyl Skimmer Installation and User s Guide 2 CONCRETE DECK RECOMMENDATIONS 1 If a concrete deck is to be poured around the perimeter of the pool follow pool wall manufacturers recommendations for backfilling and soil preparation prior to concrete deck installation This is important to reduce the possibility of excess settling of the backfill after concrete deck installation which may result in cracking of the concrete deck 2 After proper backfilling and soil preparation have been completed the concrete deck may be poured following good standard concrete practices Use high quality concrete of sufficient strength for the size of deck being poured Tool joints should be made as shown in Figure 3 to reduce and localize any cracks that occur in the deck due to the minor amounts of settling that can happen even in well prepared soil SKIMMER OPERA
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