Q&A
The skimmer basket is like a sieve whose holes allow a large part of the debris that floats on the water’s surface (pine needles, leaves, insects, pollen, hair, and residues from sun cream and suntan lotion etc.) to inadvertently pass through to the main filter. The accumulation of this debris in the main filter can cause it to work inefficiently and even damage the pump irreversibly.
The Clear Skim® pre-filter, thanks to its specially made and interweaved yarns, snags and holds all dirt and litter, ensuring that the pool water remains clean and the filter protected.
The Clear Skim® pre-filter was created so that it can be easily placed on and removed from all types of basket (skimmer baskets and pump baskets), with or without handles, up to 25cms – whatever the make or model of your pool. If the handle is removable, remove it before putting the pre-filter in place, and then, replace the handle. If the handle is attached permanently, place the pre-filter over the handle – this won’t affect the efficiency of Clear Skim®.
When the pump is not in the ‘on’ position, water is no longer drawn in and the remainder is stagnant. The fastener ensures that the pre-filter remains attached to the bottom of the basket thus preventing the trapped debris from being expelled back into the pool.
Using a Clear Skim® pre-filter guarantees the cleanliness and perfect hygiene of your pool for 10 to 15 days depending on the pool environment and the frequency of pool use. After this time period, the netting of the pre-filter could become clogged up thus reducing its efficiency. It is advisable to check the quantity of build-up in the pre-filter every now and again and to replace it before it becomes completely clogged. We recommend replacing the pre-filter at 10 to 15 day intervals in order to ensure its maximum efficiency.
Chemical products are used to purify the water, and so the amount of chemicals required depends on the amount of impurities or debris in the water. Regular use of Clear Skim® pre-filter enables you to easily get rid of larger and smaller impurities or debris, thereby avoiding their accumulation in the main filter. As a result, you will not only save money by cutting down on the purchase of chemical cleaning products but you will also save on water since the intervals between servicing the main filter are extended.
The main filter is located after the pump inside the filtration circuit. Consequently, any dirt and impurities (pine needles, leaves, insects, pollen, hair, and residues from sun cream and suntan lotion etc.) present in the water of your pool systematically pass through the pump and are then passed on through the filter. An accumulation of large waste materials can end up blocking the mechanism in the pump and causing irreversible damage. The Clear Skim® pre-filter prevents larger debris from going beyond the skimmer basket of your pool so your pump is maintained efficiently and its operational life is increased. With great efficiency and little cost, the Clear Skim® pre-filter is an indispensable pool accessory to guarantee clear, pure water while ensuring your pool becomes more than ever a source of relaxation and pleasure.
The debris which accumulates on the surface of the water (pine needles, insects, vegetation, pollen, hair, and small residues from sun cream and san tan oil etc.) is drawn into the pump and becomes blocked in the filtration system where it is broken down by the chemical products used to clean the pool. This waste material is transformed into fine, biologically inert particles which are then returned to the pool causing murky water and clogging the pool.
The use of a Clear Skim® pre-filter allows you to clean out the larger impurities on a regular basis before it is broken down by chemical cleaning products, thus reducing their use and improving the cleanliness of the pool and the quality of the water.
When placed in the basket skimmer, chlorine tabs and solid disinfecting products (generally corrosive and toxic) are within a child’s reach. Once in place, a Clear Skim® pre-filter hides the solid chemical products and they are no longer so easily accessible to young children. Although not the prime function of a Clear Skim® pre-filter, it also contributes to the safety aspect of children using the pool.
