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EQUALISER LINE [1 record]

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Record 1 2003-06-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Equipment and Facilities (Recreation)
  • Swimming
DEF

A line from below the pool surface to the body of a skimmer designed to prevent air being drawn into the filter when the water level drops below the skimmer inlet.

DEF

A connection with an automatic valve from the pool to the skimmer tank body, sufficiently below the weir and of adequate size to satisfy pump demand and prevent airlock when pool water level drops below weir.

OBS

The valve opens when the water level drops, allowing pool water to maintain flow, and remains closed during normal skimming.

Key term(s)
  • equaliser line

French

Domaine(s)
  • Installations et équipement (Loisirs)
  • Natation

Spanish

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