Savio Standard Skimmerfilter Base Unit For Ponds to 12,000 Gal / No Faceplate Included
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Skimmerfilters Combine 4 Types of Filtration
Savio Skimmerfilters are suitable for ponds of all sizes and can be used as a skimming solution for ponds up to 10,000 gallons and the total filtration solution for ponds up to 1,500 gallons.
UV Filtration
Savio Skimmerfilters are the only skimmers on the market with a patented integrated UV system (sold seperately)
Skimming Action
Pulls debrise from the surface of the water and captures it in a rigid leaf basket for easy cleaning; no mess!
Biological Filtration
Filter media provides a surface for beneficial bacteria to colonize, converting waste from fish into inert forms
Mechanical Filtration
Conceals and extends the life of your pump by filtering out floating particulate that can clog water intakes.
- Weir Size: 6", 8.5" or 16"
- Flow Rate: 2,500 GPH - 6" Weir
- Flow Rate: 5,000 GPH - 8.5" Weir
- Flow Rate: 8,000 GPH - 16" Weir
- Max Pond Size:12,750 Gallons
- Dimensions: 26" x 30" x 24"
- Shipping Weight: 46 lbs.
Compact Skimmerfilter Warranty
Savio Engineering, Inc. provides a manufacturer's limited warranty of 5 years from original purchase date. Warranty is non-transferable. Within the warranty period Savio will repair materials with manufacturing deficiencies at their discretion. This warranty does not cover any faults caused by improper use, installation and handling of the device or as a result of wear and tear. Savio Engineering, Inc. does not assume liability for consequential damage caused by the failure of the Savio Skimmerfilter. Warranty is void if the product is not used in accordance with instructions. For warranty claims, please contact your dealer.
Click on PDF File below for Instrructions Manual:
FAQs
Can I retrofit your Skimmerfilter to an existing pond?
Absolutely. Savio Skimmerfilters are designed to be installed after the pond has been filled - whether it's a new install or an existing installation.The Skimmerfilter's long neck makes this possible. For more information on this, check your Skimmerfilter installation guide.
Water seems to be leaking around my Skimmerfilter's faceplate.
The skimmerfilter relies on compression to seal the faceplate to the liner, so - first thing - check the tightness of the screws. They should be quite snug - resist the urge to use a power driver however as this can strip out the threads in the skimmer. If the screws are tight and the faceplate is still not sealing properly - drain the pond 6" - 8" and remove the faceplate. Clean mud, gravel, and other debris from the mating surfaces - then smooth out any wrinkles and reinstall.
My Skimmerfilter's pump chamber runs dry during operation, what's causing this?
This could be caused by one of three things; 1) Low water level in the pond. Water level should be between 3/4" above or below optimum water mark on faceplate. 2) Weir door is closed/stuck/obstructed. 3) Weir is not large enough for pump flow. To solve this, reduce the pump flow, install a smaller pump, or install a larger faceplate faceplate assembly.
My Skimmerfilter's filter pad requires excessive cleaning - Is this normal?
This could indicate that the pump flow rate is too high or that the waste load in the pond is too heavy (due to fish waste or excessive plant debris). For ponds with flow rates greater than 5,000 gph, Savio recommends removal of the filter pad and the addition of a Savio Livingponds Filter to meet your bio-filtration needs.
View the PDF for complete operating instructions.
