Intex Delux Skimmer pulls away from the pool wall

[johnfluharty]

It's an Ultra Frame that I bought at Walmart about 4 years ago in August.

Intex Above-Ground Swimming Pool, Ultra Metal-Frame, 24' x 52"

[BigDave]

Make sure the outside part that connects to the hose is deep enough in the water. If it's not deep enough, or if the floating part gets stuck, the pump can empty it and it will float right up. Also check that the hose isn't pushing it. I had a skimmer like that on my intex donut and was constantly fiddling with it to keep it from slipping off the donut.

[johnfluharty]

I've managed to get it to stay in place with three large spring clamps. It looks stupid but so far it is working. I also added another inch or so of water to the pool, which I think is helping. My pool is self-installed and as a result is not level, and unfortunately the pump and stuff is on the end with less water.