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Savio Surface Skimmers
Savio's Skimmer is one of the toughest skimmers out there. It's round design help reinforce it against the crushing force of the winter freeze.
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Mini Savio SkimmerPrice: $339.00
8.5" Mini Savio Face Plate
Proof that excellence does come in small sizes, the Savio Compact Skimmerfilter® is based on the best-selling Savio Skimmerfilter®. Reducing pond maintenance, while blending with the surrounding landscape, the Compact Skimmerfilter® collects debris, clears water, and hides unsightly pumps. This mighty skimmer delivers dynamic multi-stage filtration for smaller ponds and water features, providing a complete filtration system for ponds up to 700 gallons, and a skimming solution for ponds up to 2,500 gallons. Like its larger predecessor, it combines four types of filtration for optimal water quality: skimming, mechanical, biological, and UV filtration. Although compact in size compared to the larger Skimmerfilter®, it still boasts the same durable, injection-molded housing that has won the acclaim of landscape professionals everywhere. Like the Skimmerfilter®, this all-in-one approach eliminates the need for extra plumbing and equipment, while reducing plumbing.
Product Code (Base Unit) CS0000 |
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Savio SkimmerPrice: $455.00
16" Savio Skimmer Face Plate
Undoubtedly the hardest working gardening product in your pond, the Savio Skimmerfilter® dramatically reduces pond maintenance while blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Combining four types of filtration for superior pond water clarity - its all-in-one approach reduces plumbing and eliminates the need for extra plumbing and equipment. All four systems work in harmony, in one easy-to-install unit that saves you time and money. The skimmerfilter’s super strong injection molded housing and cylindrical design resists warping and compaction in the ground, winning the approval of landscape and irrigation professionals everywhere. The SS0000 is large enough to accommodate a large submersible pump or two medium size pumps. The Savio Skimmerfilter® works as a Complete Filtration Solution for ponds up to 1,000 gallons (or use with a Savio Livingponds Filter for larger water features and still enjoy the same clean, clear water). Three faceplate assemblies (sold separately) are available to accommodate a variety of pump sizes. Product Code (Base Unit) SS0000 |
A A flow rate (Gallons Per Hour) must be determined in order to accurately size the skimmer faceplate.
UV Filtration - Savio Skimmerfilters® are the only skimmers on the market with a patented integrated UV system (sold separately) - a safe, chemical free way to eliminate green water.
Skimming Action - Pulls debris from the surface of the water, capturing in a rigid leaf basket with handle for clean, no mess disposal.
Biological Filtration - Two filter media cartridges provide a surface for beneficial bacteria to colonize the skimmerfilter, converting biological waste from fish, ammonia and other toxins to inert forms for healthier ponds.
Mechanical Filtration - The skimmerfilter protects and extends the life of your pump, providing a place to conceal ugly equipment and plumbing. When used with a biological filtration system, the skimmer prefilters debris allowing your filter to work more efficiently.
Savio Skimmer Features:
- The skimmer removes up to 85% of debris before they settle to the pond bottom
- Macro filtration traps large debris for easy removal
- Optional UV helps eliminate green water
- Biological & mechanical filtration polishes water
- Water is forced to swirl around UV before being pumped into the Bio-Filter
Savio Skimmer FAQ
- 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.
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 Saviowill 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.