Swivel coupling for a pool cleaner

摘要: An improved swivel coupling (10) is provided for use with a pool cleaner (12), particularly in connecting of the type powered by suction or vacuum source to flexible hose (16) which connected turn side conventional water filtration equipment (14). The comprises outer and inner part-spherical ball segments (28, 30) adapted respective connection flow port on wherein segment (28) defines socket (32) rotationally receiving supporting (30) manner accommodate substantial angular rotational displacement therebetween. A plurality generally axially extending ribs (46) are formed within minimal contact area, define therebetween elongated channels (48). also wiper seal (44).