Skim-A-Round The Floating Skimmer - User Manual

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Installation Manual

SKIM-A-ROUND

2430 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 108

Naples, Florida 34109

FOR BEST RESULTS Please watch the setup videos at:

Skim-A-Round.com/setup

Important

US Patent US9879439

Questions and Answers

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joseph45Aug 5, 2025
Why is there not enough suction to my Skim-A-Round The Floating Skimmer Lighting Equipment?
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  david50Aug 5, 2025
  There might be several reasons for insufficient suction. First, the main/bottom drain valve at the pool pump might be open too much, diverting suction away from the Skim-A-Round. Partially close the main/bottom drain valve at the pool pump to resolve this. Second, check if the regulator fitting included with your automatic pool vacuum is still installed, and remove it from the bottom of the existing wall skimmer. Finally, if you have a small pump (1HP or less), install the velocity increasers.
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Michael RiveraAug 18, 2025
What to do if my Skim-A-Round Lighting Equipment continuously runs dry?
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  Stephanie WilkinsonAug 18, 2025
  If your Skim-A-Round continuously runs dry and lifts out of the water, it could be due to the main/bottom drain valve at the pool pump being closed too much, resulting in excessive suction to the Skim-A-Round. To fix this, open the main/bottom drain valve at the pool pump. If the valve is already open or there is no main/bottom drain valve, install the included Regulator.

Summary

Introduction

Extra or Replacement Skimmer

Explains how the Skim-A-Round functions as an additional or replacement skimmer for pool cleaning.

Pool Pump Protection

Details how the floating Skim-A-Round protects the pool pump from running dry by following water level changes.

Skim and Vacuum Simultaneously

Describes using the Skim-A-Round as a vacuum attachment for simultaneous surface cleaning and vacuuming.

Technical Support

Informs users about accessing technical support via Certified Pool Operators.

Safety

Parts

Installation

Installation as a Stand Alone Skimmer

Step-by-step guide for setting up the Skim-A-Round as an independent floating skimmer.

Connecting to a Wall Skimmer

Instructions for integrating the Skim-A-Round with an existing pool wall skimmer system.

Installing a Regulator

Guide for installing a regulator, specifically for Stand Alone Skim-A-Round setups experiencing issues.

Installing the Skim-A-Round as a Vacuum Attachment

Detailed steps for connecting and using the Skim-A-Round as an attachment to a pool vacuum.

Using the Zodiac Adapters

Increase Suction

Suction Control

Increasing Suction

Guide on adjusting the bottom drain valve to divert more suction to the Skim-A-Round.

Decreasing Suction

Instructions on opening the bottom drain valve to reduce suction and prevent air pulling.

Troubleshooting

Installing the Velocity Increasers

Step-by-step instructions for installing velocity increasers to improve suction.

Skim-A-Round Runs Dry

Addresses the issue of the Skim-A-Round running dry and lifting out of the water.

Emptying the Basket

Skim-A-Round The Floating Skimmer Specifications

General

Brand	Skim-A-Round
Model	The Floating Skimmer
Category	Lighting Equipment
Language	English

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