So if I want to skim, I just unhook the hose for the floor vacuum (I don't know the terminology for that device), and it will skim the top of the pool?
Thank you for your explanation. It really makes sense. I'm guessing experimenting is best, but what is a good method or schedule to use to keep debris out of the water. Skim one day and vacuum the next, just flipping back and forth? Or skim more often than vacuum? I'm in SW Florida with lots of bugs, but we do have a screened in enclosure for the entire pool. I think the previous owner left a pool cover in the shed but we haven't used it at all.
When you purchased the house did the seller provide a home warranty that included pool equipment? YOu may be able to use that to offset some cost. However those home warranty processes are tricky.
Thanks for asking. The seller put a clause in the contract that the pool equipment was being sold "as is". So we knew going into it that we would need to replace some equipment. When we made an offer on this house, we factored in replacing pool equipment, and ended up pretty happy with the purchase price.
Vacuum when the pool needs it...i.e. there’s debris on the floor that will only come up by using the vacuum. This could be 1 time a week, twice a week etc. It’s really your preference based on what you see in the pool. Skim the rest of the time when you’re not vacuuming. Also using a leaf rake or netting the surface of the water for debris on a regular schedule can also impact you vacuum schedule. Again it comes down to your preference and what you see in regards to the condition of your pool.
Yes, you need a basket in the skimmer to capture any large debris and protect the pipe from getting clogged.
Here’s a few pics. I haven’t opened the one smaller black box to look inside but I can if needed.
