Skimmer Operation:
The pond skimmer is used similar to a pool skimmer, as it removes leaves and other debris floating on the surface of the body of water. For best results, the skimmer should run continuously, and the basket should be cleaned regularly.
How to Clean Skimmer:
Remove the basket from the skimmer and clean out any debris using a steady flow of water. Remove the filter pad and gently rinse it in a large bucket or tub filled with pond water. Do not clean it under the tap, as cleaning it under tap water will kill any beneficial bacteria that may have built up in the foam.
How to Install Pond Skimmer:
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- Dig a hole adjacent to the pond and slightly larger than the skimmer box. Make sure the bottom of the skimmer hole is compacted and level. Place the skimmer into the hole and backfill. Level the skimmer box from front to back and side to side. When you’re finished the normal water level is ¾" to 1 ½" below the top of the weir opening.
- Connect the skimmer to the pond liner. Hold the liner up against the skimmer opening allowing approximately 1" extension above the top of the skimmer box. Allow a little slack liner below the weir opening (the pond liner will settle a little after you have completed installation). Mark the perimeter of the weir opening and then cut out a hole ¼" smaller then the weir opening.
- Reassemble the weir onto the skimmer box with the pond liner (purchased separately) sandwiched between the weir assembly and skimmer box. Locate the top two corner mounting holes. Using an awl or nail carefully punch holes through the pre-drilled weir plate and liner where the mounting screws are located. Insert the blackened screws and check alignment. The pond liner should fit comfortably.
- Disassemble and apply the provided fish safe silicone sealant to the skimmer box around the weir opening and the screw holes. Reassemble. Punch the remaining holes through the liner. Insert screws and tighten nuts in the following order – 1. Top two corners, 2. Bottom two corners, 3. Remaining holes.
- Take the two barb-head fittings that are provided and tightly screw them into the bulkhead fitting in the back of the skimmer. To connect a waterfall pump (purchase separately) you place the pump in the back of the skimmer behind the basket and filter mat. Using non-kink tubing and clamps (purchase separately) connect the tubing to the barb-head fitting and secure with a clamp.
- With the flat plastic lid that is provided you may wish to use landscape materials to blend it into the surrounding features.
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