{"product_id":"waterway-540-6610-renegade-gunite-skimmer-2-socket-x-2-spigot-float-valve-white-75-gpm","title":"Waterway 540-6610 Renegade Gunite Skimmer — 2\" Socket x 2½\" Spigot, Float Valve, White, 75 GPM","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWaterway 540-6610 Renegade Gunite Skimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heavy-duty in-ground skimmer built specifically for gunite pool construction. The two-port white body uses solvent-weld PVC socket connections for strong glue joints, and its NSF-approved 75 GPM rating delivers high-volume surface skimming. A float valve and spring-loaded weir door keep water intake smooth and uninterrupted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for gunite pools:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for easier installation in gunite construction while maximizing flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75 GPM, NSF approved:\u003c\/strong\u003e High flow rate for efficient debris removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloat valve included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects the pump from losing prime as water level drops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge locking basket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snap-lock handle keeps the basket in place; easy debris removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring-loaded weir door:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth operation and simple replacement when worn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple plumbing ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" socket, 2½\" spigot, plus a ½\" socket for an overflow line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePVC construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Renegade bodies are PVC for stronger, more reliable glue joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRound lid, white finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard deck-level appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 540-6610\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e In-ground gunite skimmer, 2 port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlumbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" socket x 2½\" spigot; ½\" overflow socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 GPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e PVC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloat Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 806105098931\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e NSF approved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterway Plastics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this for gunite pools only?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's designed and sized specifically for gunite construction. Vinyl-liner and fiberglass pools use different skimmer bodies with different mounting flanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the float valve do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt seals off the skimmer throat if the water level drops too far, helping to prevent the pump from losing prime and running dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat plumbing connections does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2\" socket and a 2½\" spigot for the main lines, plus a ½\" socket that accepts an overflow or auto-fill line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the basket included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the skimmer ships with its large locking basket and spring-loaded weir door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy PVC instead of ABS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePVC bodies bond more reliably with standard PVC pipe and PVC cement, producing stronger, longer-lasting glue joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this need professional installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkimmer bodies are set during pool construction or a major renovation and should be installed by a qualified pool professional.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waterway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52788967145789,"sku":"5406610","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/6741\/8429\/files\/WaterwayIn-GroundRenegadeSkimmer2540-6610DiscountPoolMart1.jpg?v=1785881772","url":"https:\/\/poolsupply4u.com\/products\/waterway-540-6610-renegade-gunite-skimmer-2-socket-x-2-spigot-float-valve-white-75-gpm","provider":"PoolSupply 4U","version":"1.0","type":"link"}