My skimmer flap stays in the down position, does it have to be changed?

[Rockstead]

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I noticed more dirt than usual around the pool and I took a look at the skimmer and noticed the skimmer flap stays in the down position and doesn’t rise back up at all.

Do I just replace it or is it something I have to bend on it to work like it used to?

 

[Richard320]

It should float and allow maybe ½" of water above it. See that it moves freely and isn't binding. It it's sunk, it's bad.

 

[mas985]

With some skimmer weir doors you can replace the foam on the backside.

 

[Rockstead]

It should float and allow maybe ½" of water above it. See that it moves freely and isn't binding. It it's sunk, it's bad.

Definitely not moving and it’s cheap enough to replace, just doesn’t seem to be much mechanics on it, that’s why I’m surprised it’s not something I can just bend back or is related to the foam wearing out?

 

[Richard320]

Definitely not moving and it’s cheap enough to replace, just doesn’t seem to be much mechanics on it, that’s why I’m surprised it’s not something I can just bend back or is related to the foam wearing out?

But can you move it by hand? I understand it's just laying there right now.

 

[Rockstead]

But can you move it by hand? I understand it's just laying there right now.

Yes, I can push it upright.

 

[Richard320]

Yes, I can push it upright.

You could try sticking some styrofoam on it. It's cheaper than a new flap.

 

[mas985]

The foam on mine got water logged so I just replaced it and it works fine. You just want to use closed cell foam.

You may be able to find replacement foam specifically for your skimmer. Waterway sells replacement foam.