Contents IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............ ii-iii Overview ..........................Skimmer Layout and Line Sizing ..................Installation ..........................Equalizer Line and Float Valve Installation (Options)............Vacuum Plate Installation (Option) ..................Skimmer Dimensions ......................Multi-Skimmer Installation and Pipe Sizing ................Maintenance ........................Troubleshooting ........................
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 ®...
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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.
Overview POOL 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. NOTE: Installation must comply with all current applicable codes, including NSF Standard 50 (if required).
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Figure 1: Top View 1” Vertical adjustment of frame to accommodate for misaligned pump suction Install an equalizer fitting that conforms to ANSI ASME A112.19.8. Note: To prevent entrapment, cover must fit pump tightly onto suction fitting. Figure 3: Front View Figure 2: Section View BERMUDA™...
EQUALIZER VALVE AND FLOAT VALVE INSTALLATION (OPTIONS) SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INSTALLED AND USED CORRECTLY. EQUALIZER VALVE INSTALLATION Ensure the O-ring is in the retainer groove of the equalizer valve. Check for operation of the equalizer mechanism. Install equalizer valve by threading valve into the skimmer equalizer line port as shown below.
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.
Parts List Bermuda™ Pool Skimmer Item Product Number Description Qty. 516242 SCREW, #8-32 X 1” SS 516215 DECK LID, WHITE 516216 DECK LID, TAN 516306 DECK LID, BLACK 516253 DECK COLLAR, GUNITE, WHITE 516258 DECK COLLAR, GUNITE, TAN 516329 DECK COLLAR, GUNITE, BLACK 516112 BASKET 516243...