How to install replacement skimmer weir

Well I did find that Pentair sells replacement plastic tabs for this style skimmer part The weird thing is that nobody in their company has any idea how these should be attached to the skimmer inlet body after an original one breaks off.

This tab does fit the weir, but it looks like the inlet body would have to be precisely drilled and cut to receive the mini tab, and then some compatible adhesive used. You must log in or register to reply here. Thread Status. Hello , This is an inactive thread. Any new postings here are unlikely to be seen or responded to by other members.

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Top Bottom. Skimmer weirs are an important part of your pool skimmer. Without a skimmer weir in place, the skimming action is greatly reduced, and when the pump shuts off, the debris inside the skimmer can easily float out of the skimmer, where it can sink to the bottom. Easier to install and cheaper to buy than OEM skimmer weirs , universal weirs are available in 12 sizes or widths to fit almost any skimmer.

Check your skimmer weirs today, making sure they are not broken, missing parts or becoming stuck on the sidewalls of the skimmer. Or give us a call at , and we would be happy to take your order by phone.

Email Guide. Print Guide. See All Steps. Step by Step. Step 1 The most important step is our first step, which is turning off the power to your pump to ensure there is no suction while disassembling your skimmer. This is important to keeping your safe will conducting this procedure. Step 2 Locating a skimmer weir replacement may be as easy as finding the Make and Model of your skimmer on the cover or face plate. Scan these parts for any identifying model names.

If no identifying information can be found on the skimmer lid or weir we can move onto removing the skimmer basket. Step 3 To access the weir we must first remove the skimmer lid.

This is usually held in by two or more screws.