Pool Skimmer System
AssigneeTotally New Technologies LLC
InventorRonnie E. Smith
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Abstract
The present invention relates to systems for improving the range of pool skimmers. In some embodiments, the present invention provides at least one track that is attached to the pool sidewall and a second weir that moves along the track. In other embodiments, the present invention provides a deflector that is attached to the pool sidewall, extends from the sidewall and above the skimmer opening, and includes a side opening adjacent for feeding water to the skimmer opening. Without being bound to any particular theory, it is believed that the apparatuses are cheap to manufacture, safe, conserve water and chemical use, and allow for an aesthetically pleasing full pool.
Claims21
A kit for increasing the range of a pool skimmer comprising a first weir and a skimmer opening located in a sidewall of a pool, the kit comprising:
- a) two tracks, each of said tracks comprising a track length, a track recess surface, said track recess surface comprising a track recess extending along said track length, and a sidewall surface configured to attach to said sidewall, said sidewall surface disposed at an angle of approximately 90 degrees relative to said track recess surface;
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- b) a second weir, said second weir configured to be received in said track recesses when said tracks are attached to said sidewall, said second weir comprising a vacuum release door and a vacuum release opening, said vacuum release door configured to move between a closed position wherein said vacuum release door seals said opening and an open position wherein said vacuum release door allows water to enter through said opening.
A system for improving the range of a pool skimmer, the system comprising:
- a) a pool comprising a sidewall;
- b) a pool skimmer, said pool skimmer comprising a skimmer opening and a first weir, said skimmer opening located in said side wall and configured to allow water to enter the skimmer from the pool;
- c) at least one track attached to said side wall and adjacent to said skimmer opening, said track having a track length generally perpendicular to the ground;
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- d) a second weir attached to said track and moveable in a generally vertical position along said track length in response to changing water levels in said pool, wherein said second weir is configured to feed water located in the pool to said skimmer opening.
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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.