CMP | 25160-611-100 | Gray Pool Defender Wide Mouth Vinyl Water Bond Skimmer | Inground Pool Skimmer

This Pool Defender wide mouth vinyl water bond skimmer is an inground pool skimmer assembly designed for compatible vinyl liner pool circulation systems. The wide mouth opening supports surface debris removal across a larger skimmer throat area, while the gray finish coordinates with select liner and deck designs.

Built for new construction, renovation, liner replacement, and skimmer replacement applications, this skimmer helps remove floating debris from the pool surface before it reaches the pump and filtration system. The water bond design supports bonding requirements as part of a properly installed pool system.

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Key Features

• Wide mouth skimmer for compatible inground vinyl liner pool applications

• Gray finish coordinates with select vinyl liner pool interiors and deck layouts

• Designed to remove leaves, insects, and floating debris from the pool surface

• Wide mouth opening supports increased surface skimming coverage compared to standard mouth designs

• Water bond design supports pool bonding requirements when installed according to applicable codes

• Suitable for new construction, renovation, liner replacement, repair, and skimmer replacement projects

• Provides service access to the skimmer basket for routine debris removal and maintenance

• Professional installation is recommended to ensure proper wall placement, liner sealing, plumbing connection, bonding, and deck integration

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Product Overview

This skimmer is used as part of an inground vinyl liner pool circulation system to draw surface water and floating debris into the skimmer basket area. By collecting debris before it enters the plumbing, the skimmer helps reduce the load on the pump basket and filtration equipment.

The wide mouth design provides a larger skimmer opening, which can help improve surface debris capture when the skimmer is properly placed and the pool water level is maintained correctly. Proper skimmer performance depends on water level, return flow direction, basket condition, and the circulation system layout.

The water bond feature supports bonding integration as part of the overall pool electrical safety system when installed correctly. During installation, the pool wall opening, liner, gasket surfaces, plumbing connection, bonding requirements, and deck elevation should be reviewed carefully to help prevent leaks and ensure long-term serviceability.

Routine maintenance should include emptying the skimmer basket, checking weir door movement, inspecting the cover and collar area, and monitoring for cracks, leaks, loose hardware, or debris restrictions. Keeping the skimmer clean and properly maintained helps support efficient surface skimming, circulation performance, and long-term equipment protection.