Poolguard Gizzmo Regular Skimmer Freeze Protection, 9 in. Length, 1.5 in. Threads In stock$1425
Poolguard Gizzmo Regular Skimmer Freeze Protection, 9 in. Length, 1.5 in. Threads
Quick overview
- Absorbs freeze expansion The Gizzmo takes up the expansion of winter freeze up inside the skimmer.
- Regular size 9 in. long, for short skimmers rather than deep ones.
- 1-1/2 in. tapered thread Threads into the skimmer in place of the standard fitting.
- Bar style grip A generous bar grip makes it easy to hand tighten and remove.
- Use with thread tape The manufacturer notes teflon tape for a professional fit.
- Single season part Designed for one season of use, then replaced at the next closing.
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Product details
The Regular Gizzmo is a skimmer freeze protection device, 9 in. long with 1-1/2 in. tapered pipe threads. It threads into the skimmer at closing and absorbs the expansion of winter freeze up.
What it prevents
Water left in a skimmer expands as it freezes, and the skimmer body has nowhere to go. The Gizzmo sits inside and gives that expansion somewhere to be taken up, which is what keeps the skimmer from cracking over the winter.
Sizing and use
This is the Regular size at 9 in. The listing title calls it out for above ground pools, and the manufacturer description says the Regular fits the short skimmers found in both above ground and in ground pools, so measure the depth of your skimmer before ordering. If yours is deeper, the longer Ultra size is the one to look at.
At closing
The bar style grip makes it easy to hand tighten, and teflon tape on the threads gives a cleaner fit. It is designed for a single season, so it is a yearly replacement rather than something to store and reuse indefinitely.
| Brand | Poolguard |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | MKW-6551 |
| UPC | 816178002414 |
| Type | Skimmer freeze protection device |
| Size | Regular |
| Length | 9 inches |
| Threads | 1-1/2 inch tapered pipe thread |
| Grip | Bar style |
| Application | Above ground pools per the product title |
| Skimmer fit | Short skimmers found in both above ground and in ground pools per the manufacturer description |
| Service life | Single season use |
| Shipping weight | 0.15 lb |
| Ships | Parcel |
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