摘要 |
A combined filter and skimmer assembly for ponds includes a submersible filter box containing replaceable filter media, the filter box having a water inlet, a skimmer coupling coupled to an upstanding conduit coupled to a skimmer head, and a water outlet adapted to be coupled to an underwater pump. According to the presently preferred embodiment, the filter box is rectangular with a removable lid. The lid has a raised central portion wherein lies the water inlet. The water inlet is preferably adjustable as to the size of the inlet. The skimmer coupling is also located in the raised portion of the lid and is spaced apart from the water inlet. According to the presently preferred embodiment, the skimmer head preferably includes a floating cup which automatically adjusts to the level of the surface of the pond. Optionally the floating cup is free to tilt to adjust for an angular difference between the surface of the lid and the surface of the pond.
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