Above Ground Pool Freeze Plug

No need to replace the current faceplate these are made to fit the inner dimensions.
Above ground pool freeze plug. Schedule your free home site evaluation islander inground pools view details inground vinyl pools view details above ground pools view details intex pools view details supplies accessories view details enjoy the perfect pool on any budget swimming pools are a great addition to any house. Insert a winterizing plug into the inlet. Choose from a variety of above ground pools jacuzzi hot tubs spa supplies and much more. Keep the drain plugs handy they will be used in step 17.
Above ground pools can freeze solid especially in negative degree temperatures. Above ground pools will freeze solid from side to side within a few days in temperatures below zero degrees. 4 1 out of 5 stars 170 8 95 8. The regular gizmo has 1 1 2 inch threads and features a generous bar style grip for easy handling.
Aquatix pro pool winterizing plug premium 1 5 to 2 swimming pool winter expansion plugs with ss screw stainless steel bolts heavy duty rubber protect your equipment today. Remove drain plugs remove the drain plugs from the pump strainer basket housing the pump volute the filter tank and the heater. Unplugged pipes allow water to seep in and freeze during the off season winter months which can create extensive damage. Are used to prevent pipes from filling with water and freezing during winter months.
Winterizing plugs are also known as freeze or expansion plugs. It is designed to absorb the expansion of winter freeze up in swimming pool skimmers. A simple design these rubber plugs with two are used to prevent pool pipes from damage due to freezing. Plug your return fitting in the inside water side of pool with a threaded winterizing plug.
This is the regular gizmo. For tapered rubber plugs turn the plug around to adapt for use in different sized pipes. However very rarely will a pool freeze all the way to the bottom. New on the market for winterizing inground and above ground vinyl pool skimmers is the skimmer plug which seals up against the inside of your existing skimmer faceplate for a water tight winter skimmer plug.
The regular gizmo is 9 inch long and installs in short skimmers found in both above ground and in ground swimming pools. The plug must be flush in the light housing. Make sure that the plug is pushed in all the way. Are made with quality rubber an oversized nylon wing nut and 316 marine grade stainless steel washers and through bolt.
Lower the pool water level lower the water level to between 4 to 6 below the skimmer.