Add thru the skimmer box
The skimmer may not be working on your pool due to clogging, a malfunctioning pump, or a leak in the skimmer system. It is important to check for these issues and address them promptly to ensure proper functioning of the skimmer.
make a cut out hole in the deck. make the deck "flush" with the skimmer lid or make it just above and do a removable deck section to hide the skimmer. Also leave enough room between the top pool railing and the deck for liner replacement
Your pool skimmer may not be working properly due to clogs in the skimmer basket, a malfunctioning pump, or a leak in the skimmer system. Regular maintenance and troubleshooting can help identify and fix the issue.
If you mean a weir, the answer is no. The weir is meant to keep the bugs, leaves, etc from going back out onto the surface of the pool especially when the system shuts down. By skimmer plate, just what do you mean by the term? Ken
Google Aladdin pool equipment ( Lilly Pad skimmer)
You only use the skimmer/s
Adding algae control to the pool skimmer helps to disperse the chemical and coats the filter media.
If you can get the right skimmer you should not have too much of a problem However if you cant get a replacement you may be able to get out of it by getting a floating pool skimmer with inline leaf basket.
Attempting to obtain step by step diagrams connecting an above ground pool to a sand filter.
The pool's manufacturer. They are not at all standardized across brands, so you need to know what brand your skimmer or pool is, and it helps if you can locate a pool store and bring the old skimmer to them - they may be able to order one, even if they don't have that brand in stock.
Yes possibly In reality, the skimmer will not cause a leak. What causes leaks are people who do not connect or glue the fittings to the skimmer properly. Or ground movement like earthquakes. k