Waterway Renegade Standard 1-Piece Fiberglass Only Skimmer, White | 540-8620

Waterway 540-8620 Renegade Fiberglass In-Ground Pool Skimmer – 2" Socket / 2-1/2" Spigot, Round Lid, White (Complete)

The Waterway 540-8620 is a complete Renegade-series skimmer designed specifically for in-ground fiberglass pool walls. It features a high-flow body with oversized internal plumbing geometry, a large twist-lock skimmer basket, and a spring-loaded weir door to support consistent surface skimming and debris capture.

Key Features

• For fiberglass pools: built with hardware and design features intended for one-piece fiberglass wall installations
• High-flow design: rated flow up to 75 GPM
• Plumbing flexibility: 2" socket connection with a 2-1/2" spigot outlet option for more flow and easier plumbing transitions
• Overflow port: includes a 1/2" connection for an overflow hose
• Large locking basket: twist-lock basket helps prevent floating and makes removal easier
• Spring-loaded weir door: improves skimming performance and simplifies weir replacement
• Lock-down vacuum plate included to support skimmer-based vacuuming
• Includes 2 extension collars for height/fit adjustments during installation

What’s Included

• Skimmer body (white)
• Round skimmer lid
• Skimmer basket (locking style)
• Spring-loaded weir door
• Lock-down vacuum plate
• (2) extension collars
• Installation hardware (as packaged for the complete skimmer assembly)

Specifications

• Part Number: 540-8620
• Series: Waterway Renegade
• Pool Type: In-ground fiberglass
• Color: White
• Lid Style: Round
• Rated Flow: Up to 75 GPM
• Plumbing Connections: 2" socket / 2-1/2" spigot (outlet geometry)
• Overflow Port: 1/2" hose connection

Installation Notes

• Confirm your existing cutout and skimmer style (Renegade fiberglass skimmers may vary by lid/collar configuration).
• Dry-fit plumbing before cementing to ensure the best alignment for either the 2" socket or 2-1/2" spigot connection.
• Use proper PVC primer/cement and allow full cure time before pressurizing the system.
• If adding optional float/bypass components, verify your plumbing layout supports equalizer/bypass function.

Related Products

• Waterway Renegade Skimmer Basket (Replacement)
• Waterway Renegade Weir Door (Flapper)
• Waterway Lock-Down Vacuum Plate
• Waterway Skimmer Extension Collar
• Waterway Skimmer Float Valve Assembly (Equalizer Float)
• Round Pool Skimmer Lids

Maintenance Tips

• Empty and rinse the skimmer basket regularly to maintain strong suction and protect the pump.
• Keep the weir door swinging freely; replace it if warped, cracked, or sticking.
• Maintain the pool water level near the middle of the skimmer opening for best surface skimming performance.
• Inspect the lid and collar area for cracks or UV damage and replace worn parts to prevent debris intrusion and fit issues.
• If flow drops, check for a clogged basket, blocked suction line, or air leaks at the pump lid/valves before assuming skimmer issues.