Question 1

How would you split the pump to filter at the surface and the bottom?

Accepted Answer

At the moment I am only filtering my large pond via the surface skimmer. If you want to filter from the bottom as well you would need a Y splitter connected to the pump inlet, but it may stop the surface slimmer from working efficiently. The skimmer is a very temperamental item. I found air lock issues were a big problem until I reduced the length of pipe between the skimmer and the pump to a bare minimum to prevent the pipe from rising up towards the surface. Always switch off the pump before cleaning the collection filter receptical of the skimmer or you will get the air lock problem. I find that my large pond with 10 large koi and 5 other fish,  filters/clears the water well without a bottom filter.

Question 2

Extra threaded collar included in my skimmer box, what is it for?

Accepted Answer

Dropp a good size pebble in basket. Tap the outer piece to free the air .

Question 3

Will this remove leaves in autumn if cleaned iut twice a week?

Accepted Answer

It will certainly help, but the most important factor is that you use a pump of the correct rating otherwise it simply won't function properly (or indeed at all). I connected via a 10k l/h pump to a drum filter and it works brilliantly. I cut large holes in the bottom of the basket so that leaves and debris would get taken to the drum, so the baskets never need emptying. It's on a timer and keeps the surface of the pond (about 15 sq. metres) clear when running for a couple of hours a day.

Question 4

Have quite alot of surface air bubbles would this help in their removal

Accepted Answer

Yes, it will not eliminate them completely, but will draw them into the skimmer rather then them be sat on the surface. This is what happens with my skimmer and water blade.

ASIN	B01LZ3Z3TF
Batteries Included	No
Batteries required	No
Best Sellers Rank	37,001 in Garden ( See Top 100 in Garden ) 13 in Water Garden & Pond Cleaning Tools
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (138)
Date First Available	11 Sept. 2016
Item Weight	2.25 kg
Item model number	PONDSKIM-1
Number of Items	1
Pet Type	Fish
Product Dimensions	37 x 20 x 51 cm; 2.25 kg
Quantity	1

allpondsolutions Pond Skimmer Standing Adjustable Koi Fish Pond Water Surface Skimmer Removes Leaves/Debris

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