Baracoda ZODIAC G3 User's Manual
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1. 1 FlowKeeper 1 Cleaner head 1 Finned disc Valve 1 Universal 2 Hose weights Valve Cuff 1 45 degree elbow adapter 1 Pool Pulse Si M i a A SSS 12 Hose Lengths 1 Hose Connector 1 Hose protector net If this unit is not working properly do not return it to your retailer Call 1 888 647 4004 IMPORTANT WARRANTY NOTICES FOR VINYL LINER POOL OWNERS Certain vinyl liner patterns are particularly susceptible to rapid surface wear or pattern removal caused by objects coming into contact with the vinyl surface including pool brushes pool toys floats fountains chlorine dispensers and automatic pool cleaners Some vinyl liner patterns can be seriously scratched or abraded simply by rubbing the surface with a pool brush Ink from the pattern can also rub off during the installation process or when it comes into contact with objects in the pool Zodiac is not responsible for and the Limited Warranty does not cover pattern removal abrasion or marking on vinyl liners Vinyl liners are subject to deterioration or damage due to age the effect of chemicals corrosion or failure of the supporting walls as well as improper installation maintenance or cleaning of the supporting walls or base Before installing the G3 examine the interior of your pool carefully If your vinyl liner is brittle or has stones wrinkles roots or metal corrosion in contact with the underside of the liner or has damage to the base material or sup2. THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THE G3 YOUR G3 HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO BE EASILY INSTALLED AND TO PROVIDE YEARS OF LOW MAINTENANCE OPERATION PRIOR TO INSTALLING YOUR NEW G3 PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING 1 Complete and return the warranty card 2 Record your purchase information on the spaces provided below 3 Attach your invoice or a copy to this page These actions will insure prompt warranty service should it be required Simply present your owner s manual along with the invoice at any of our authorized warranty centers nationwide RECORD YOUR G3 POOL CLEANER DATA HERE Date of Purchase _ _ Purchased From____ _ Serial Number __ located on underside of machine head City __ SS Province Postal Code__ gt G3 LIMITED WARRANTY This G3 was carefully inspected before shipment from our warehouse Upon unpacking if any part proves defective or missing please notify Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd immediately Please consult owner s manual for complete instructions on the installation and operation of your G3 ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA LTD WARRANTS THE G3 POOL CLEANER AGAINST ALL MANUFACTURING DEFECTS AND ALL WEAR AND TEAR FOR TWO 2 YEARS THE G3 HOSE IS WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS AND WEAR AND TEAR FOR ONE 1 YEAR ALL WARRANTIES ARE EFFECTIVE FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE Should this product prove defective in workmanship materials or wear during the applicable warranty period the consumer s sole and exclus
3. with a pool brush Ink from the pattern can also rub off during the installation process or when it comes into contact with objects in the pool Zodiac is not responsible for and the Limited Warranty does not cover pattern removal abrasion or marking on vinyl liners e Vinyl liners are subject to deterioration or damage due to age the effect of chemicals corrosion or failure of the supporting walls as well as improper installation maintenance or cleaning of the supporting walls or base e Before installing the G3 examine the interior of your pool carefully If your vinyl liner is brittle or has stones wrinkles roots or metal corrosion in contact with the underside of the liner or has damage to the base material or supporting walls do not install the G3 before having a qualified professional perform the necessary repairs or liner replacement ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA LTD WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LINER DAMAGE CAUSED BY 1 A G3 CLEANER WHICH IS IN DISREPAIR 2 PATTERN REMOVAL FROM A VINYL LINER OR 3 A G3 CLEANER USED IN A POOL HAVING AN AGED OR DETERIORATED LINER WARRANTY PROCEDURES No claim under this Limited Warranty will be recognized unless the registration card included in your box is completed and returned within fifteen 15 days of the purchase date Only the original purchaser may submit a claim under this Limited Warranty Purchaser s claims against Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd shall be limited to those claims which may be a
4. Inground Valve Cuff i 21 W33800 Hose Protector Net 1 22 W83247 Hose Weight 2 23 W83140 Long Life Hose Kit 12x1 Meter Aqua 1 24 W70324 G3 Cassette Assembly Complete 1 s LET US HELP G3 If you are having a coverage problem you cannot solve mail or fax us the following information along with a sketch of your pool shape indicating the location of all skimmers vacuum lines inlets stairs ladders swimouts spas waterfalls filter systems or other significant features and a brief description of the problem MAIL TO ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA LTD 2115 South Service Road West Unit 3 Oakville Ontario L6L 5W2 or fax to 905 825 5780 CUSTOMER NAME TELEPHONE NO ADDRESS CITY PROVINCE POSTAL CODE SERIAL NO PURCHASED FROM POOL SURFACE circle one CONCRETE VINYL FIBERGLASS OTHER POOL SIZE PUMP SIZE H P FILTER circle one SAND D E CARTRIDGE FILTER SIZE or Model No INDICATE PROBLEM ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA LTD 2115 South Service Road West Unit 3 Oakville Ontario L6L 5W2 1 888 647 4004 WWW Zpc ca
5. an cause vinyl pool liners to become brittle or unduly wrinkled Corrosion of the supporting walls and or irregularities in the pool base may also cause liner failure The use of this product in such an environment is at the pool owner s risk Therefore the pool owner hereby releases the manufacturer from any and all claims for damage where these conditions exist 5 The G3 is designed for use in inground pools only If unit is used in any other application the pool owner hereby releases the manufacturer from any and all claims This misuse will void all warranty on the unit 6 In no event shall Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd be liable in contract or in tort or under any other legal theory for lost profits or revenues loss of use or similar economic loss or for indirect special incidental consequential or similar damages even if it has been advised of the possibility of such claim Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you IMPORTANT WARRANTY NOTICES FOR VINYL LINER POOL OWNERS e Certain vinyl liner patterns are particularly susceptible to rapid surface wear or pattern removal caused by objects coming into contact with the vinyl surface including pool brushes pool toys floats fountains chlorine dispensers and automatic pool cleaners e Some vinyl liner patterns can be seriously scratched or abraded simply by rubbing the surface
6. e foot pad Be sure it fits properly in the grooves provided The fins on the disc face upward a eo Se CS A Qa YD Bottom View Rear View The next steps vary based on whether your pool has one skimmer two skimmers or a wall vacuum fitting Please follow the appropriate instructions for your type of pool INSTALLATION A FOR POOLS WITH ONE SKIMMER FLOWKEEPER VALVE FOR POOLS WITH A SINGLE SKIMMER ONLY To adjust setting pull and move to The pool pump provides more gallon per minute flow than desired setting your G3 requires That s why we provide a way to regulate the flow The Flowkeeper Valve is self adjusting and provides a by pass so that the pool pump and the G3 run properly In single skimmer installations the Flowkeeper Valve MUST BE used Installations in a vac line or a second skimmer do not require the flowkeeper Skimming action is maintained through a bypass throat in the valve As the filter collects debris the valve automatically maintains the correct flow to the cleaner The Flowkeeper valve comes preset at the two 2 setting The lower the number the lower the flow to the cleaner head Should readjustment become necessary pull the adjustment handle to raise or lower the setting There are three total setting options EVA 2 3 Begin by removing your vacuum plate if you have one and skimmer basket from the skimmer Slide the hose pro
7. h filter and empty pump basket e Check for air in system If water level in pump basket drops or you notice excessive air bubbles in pump basket or coming out of return jets you have air in the system Check hose connections tighten all fittings at pump and check gasket in pump basket for wear You may need to have a pool professional check for air leaks in the lines 2 Machine patterns or doesn t cover e Ensure ideal flow is being attained using Pool Pulse majority of pool High flow will cause the cleaner to climb more e Point return jets as far down as possible e Make sure hose does not have memory frombeing coiled See Care and Maintenance e Ensure both hose weights are 1 5 metres from G3 head e Confirm proper hose length See Assembly Section 3 Machine sticks on ladder e Ensure ideal flow is being attained using Pool Pulse Lower flow will bring the cleaner off the walls e Ensure both hose weights are 1 5 metres from G3 head 4 Machine sticks in steps e Check Pool Pulse for ideal flow e Ensure correct amount of hose is being used See Assembly Shorten if neccessary e Utilize return jets as shown in adjusments section See Adjustments Section 5 Machine stays on walls or edge of pool e Reduce flow to low side of ideal range on Pool Pulse e Ensure both hose weights are 1 5 meters from G3 head 6 Machine won t climb walls e Machine may not climb walls of some vinyl pools or pools with safety
8. ive remedy shall be such repair or replacement of the product as provided below THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WRITTEN WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THE G3 POOL CLEANER ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPOSED BY APPLICABLE LAW INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU NOTICE As a term of of any warranties provided above you must contact Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd at 888 647 4004 immediately upon the happening of any event upon which you make a warranty claim Failure to provide this prompt notice may result in your forfeiting warranty rights and claim THIS LIMITED WARRANTY EXCLUDES THE FOLLOWING 1 Discoloration of the G3 pool cleaner This is caused by reaction to ultraviolet rays and the chemicals used in the pool water Discoloration does not affect the operating ability of the G3 Therefore this Limited Warranty does not cover the replacement of discolored parts 2 Damage to or malfunction of the unit resulting from excess chlorination or improper water chemistry balance 3 Replacement of parts which fail or become defective as a result of improper installation negligence misuse abuse or tampering by unauthorized repair personnel 4 Age pool water imbalance and improper installation c
9. ledges e Ensure both hose weights are 1 5 meters from G3 head e Raise flow to high side of ideal range on Pool Pulse If this unit is not working properly do not return it to your retailer Call 1 888 647 4004 a ACCESSORIES PART ILLUSTRATION PART NO 1 W24000 k 1 G W24100 2 2 3A W90153 y for 11 2 return inlet 3B W90155 for 2 return inlet WNE 5 W46155 DESCRIPTION Ladder Guard For use on Stainless steel in pool ladders Return Line Diverter Use when no other return inlet directional fittings exist Retrofit Eyeball Return Line Diverter Use to replace standard directional inlet eyeballs with 41 2 Hose Connector Use when heavy debris or leaf situations exist Large Wheel Deflector Use when extra clearance needed at steps or other obstacles G3 PARTS DIAGRAM PART NO DESCRIPTION 2 oy 1 W69541 Left G3 Main Body 1 2 W69542 Right G3 Main Body 3 W56124 Float 1 4 W41079 Weight 1 5 W69545 Retaining Collar 1 6 W70334 Cassette Chambers Upper and Lower 1 7 W81710 Diaphragm 1 8 W81600 Retaining Ring 1 9 W56525 Inner Extension Pipe 1 10 W70326 Cassette Outer Extension Pipe w Handnut 1 11 W74000 Compression Ring 1 12 W70328 Foot Flange 1 13 W69526 Bumper Fin 1 14 W70327 Foot Pad 1 15 W70329 Finned Disc 1 16 W60050 FlowKeeper Valve 1 17 W33160 4 1 2 Connector Aqua 1 18 W44800 Pool Pulse 1 19 W70244 45 Elbow 1 20 W70263
10. nd over a return jet inlet IMPORTANT Your hose is now free of air Please ensure that the hose ends are kept under water while performing the following steps This will prevent air from entering your system SKIMMER BASKET 4 Attach the male end of the hose to the universal valve cuff 5 Move to the deep end skimmer and insert the cuffed hose into the suction port 6 Attach the pool pulse to the other end of the hose O 7 At your pump leave the valve for the deep end skimmer fully open and close the valve for the other skimmer until the pool pulse indicator falls into the ideal range When viewed from the side NOTE If possible mark the valve at the pump so it can simply be moved to the ideal position without using the pool pulse in future installations TOO HIGH Remove the pool pulse Submerge the G3 pool cleaner head When bubbles stop coming from the extension pipe attach the cleaner head to the female end of the hose IMPORTANT Please ensure that both hose weights are 1 5 metres from the cleaner head for optimum performance Your assembly is now complete enjoy TOO LOW a INSTALLATION C FOR POOLS WITH WALL VACUUM FITTINGS Te Fill the hose with water by placing the end over a return jet inlet IMPORTANT Your hose is now free of air Please ensure that the hose ends are kept under water while performing the followi
11. ng steps This will prevent air from entering your system 2 Insert the male end of the hose into the large end of the 45 F E TY WW elbow Then insert the small end of the 45 elbow into the A A A MALE END 45 ELBOW UNIVERSAL universal valve cuff OF HOSE VALVE CUFF 3 Insert the universal valve cuff into the wall vacuum fitting The 45 elbow should be angled toward the surface IMPORTANT To help prevent suction entrapment accidents wall vacuum fittings should have a safety vac lock installed Contact your builder or retail pool professional for details Attach the pool pulse to the E es other end of the hose At your pump open the wall vacuum line valve fully and slowly close the skimmer valve until the indicator of the pool pulse falls into the ideal range when viewed from the side NOTE If possible mark the valve at the pump so it can simply be moved to the ideal position without using the pool pulse in future installations TOO HIGH Remove the pool pulse Submerge the G3 pool cleaner head When bubbles stop coming from the extension pipe attach the cleaner head to the female end of the hose IMPORTANT Please ensure that both hose weights are 1 5 metres from the cleaner head for optimum performance TOO LOW Your assembly is now complete enjoy a CARE AND MAINTENANCE Sunlight ultraviolet rays water and swimming pool chemicals create a harsh enviro
12. nment To increase the lifespan of the G3 and hose you should 1 Remove the G3 from the pool before super chlorinating and reinstall it a minimum of four hours later 2 Always store the hose straight or in its original box To prevent memory NEVER coil the hose Coiled hose can be straightened with hot water or by laying it on a warm pool deck for several hours CORRECT INCORRECT 3 If you should develop an algae or chemical imbalance problem remove the G3 follow the advice of a qualified pool professional and reinstall the G3 when the imbalance is corrected 4 ALWAYS disconnect the hose from the skimmer or vacuum line BEFORE backwashing your filter CARE AND MAINTENANCE Quick Access Cassette System Large foreign objects such as children s toys tree branches and rocks should be removed manually from your pool prior to operating an automatic pool cleaner In the event a foreign object does not get manually removed and a blockage occurs the Quick Access Cassette System allows you the opportunity to remove the blockage or check the diaphragm for damage in minutes at poolside FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5 Inspect the diaphragm for the blockage or damage If damage is evident 1 e a cut or hole on the sides of the diaphragm contact Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd 1 888 647 4004 for an authorized Zodiac watranty station If a blockage is apparent grasp it and remove it If this can t be done a garden hose may be
13. porting walls do not install the G3 before having a qualified professional perform the necessary repairs or liner replacement ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA LTD WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LINER DAMAGE CAUSED BY 1 A G3 CLEANER WHICH IS IN DISREPAIR 2 PATTERN REMOVAL FROM A VINYL LINER OR 3 A G3 CLEANER USED IN A POOL HAVING AN AGED OR DETERIORATED LINER POOL PREPARATION LI Close the main drain d Manually vacuum the pool if excessive debris is present This eliminates unnecessary adjustment later _ Clean the filter and empty the pump strainer basket FILTER L Divert the pool return inlets downward WALL VACUUM SKIMMER amp MAIN FITTING DRAIN VALVES Diverting the pool return inlets downward allows the G3 to move randomly throughout the pool Loosen the lock ring on the return inlet aim the eyeball straight downward and tighten the lock ring BEFORE ADJUSTMENT TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW AFTER ADJUSTMENT TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW ASSEMBLY l Use enough hose sections to reach the farthest point in the pool plus one 1 section Skimmer Male End 2 Attach both hose weights 1 5 Skimmer End metres from the female end of the hose The female end is the a6 end that will eventually be re attached to the G3 head Do a 0a not attach now E h Y Hose Weights a Pa a Female End A G3 Head sa ae Do not attach now o A ASSEMBLY FINNED DISC INSTALLATION Slide the finned disc over th
14. sserted under the Limited Warranty relating to any defect malfunction or wear of the G3 To obtain warranty replacements or repair call 888 647 4004 for authorization When submitting a claim always supply serial number evidence of purchase date retailer and a brief description of the problems defects encountered Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd reserves the right to repair or replace all defective or worn parts covered by this Limited Warranty and return same to purchaser freight collect Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd assumes no responsibility for any warranties or representations made by other individuals or businesses beyond the express terms contained in this Limited Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction For sale and use in Canada only This pool cleaner is not warranted or guaranteed outside of Canada This pool cleaner is covered by one or more of the following Canadian patents 1 254 105 and 1 256 262 OTHER PATENTS PENDING TABLE OF CONTENTS POOL Pe a AUTON aos aac sceaaarev A anaeserstsa E EE EE 4 ASSODAT 5 a AON sE E E EEI E E E ES 6 Care and Maintenance eseeessseeeesssesssseeeressssssstrrssssssssseresssssssserressssssseee 14 AS CIS e E EE E EN 16 Towo NOON ea E T S 17 ACOE S OEIC a a E tesamen step enaowanenten 18 Pae MLAS E e R N E E EA 19 EA E E i EE E A EEA E E A E E 20 Check that the following parts are included
15. tector net on the male end of the hose and attach the hose connector to the same end Fill the hose with water by placing the end over a return jet inlet SKIMMER BASKET VACUUM PLATE HOSE KTO al WERS ZA HOSE HOSE PROTECTOR CONNECTOR NET IMPORTANT Your hose is now free of air Please ensure that the hose ends are kept under water while performing the following steps This will prevent air from entering your system At the hose connector end connect the 45 degree elbow flowkeeper and the universal valve cuff Move to the skimmer and attach the assembly into the suction port Ensure arrow on flowkeeper valve is pointing downward Submerge the G3 pool cleaner head When bubbles stop coming from the extension pipe attach the cleaner head to the female end of the hose HOSE CONNECTOR 45 DEGREE ELBOW F LOWKE E P E R NCMO VALVE b UNIVERSAL VALVE CUFF D IMPORTANT Please ensure that both hose weights are 1 5 metres from the cleaner head for optimum performance Your assembly is now complete enjoy SN I HOSE PROTECTOR NET FOR POOLS WITH TWO SKIMMERS 3 INSTALLATION B Begin by removing your vacuum plate if you have one and skimmer basket from the deep end skimmer VACUUM PLATE Slide the hose protector net on the male end of the hose HOSE PROTECTOR NET Fill the hose with water by placing the e
16. used to flush the obstacle through Do not use any sharp objects to probe or push an obstruction as this may damage the diaphragm aw FIGURE 7 FIGURE 8 ADJUSTMENTS COVERAGE Normally it is undesirable for the return line water flow to affect the natural movement of the G3 hose However the following illustrations show how return line pressure can by used to balance cleaning coverage or to guide the cleaner away from step areas with V shaped corners TOP VIEW A return line located anywhere along the Shaded area can be utilized to elongate excess hose to Aim balance pool P irectional coverage toward this area A return line located anywhere along the shaded area can be utilized to gently push the hose allowing the G3 to free itself from 1n pool obstacles TECHNIQUE Position the return line directional so that you can only detect water movement on the surface approximately 8 feet out from the wall and aim it at the center of the opposite wall _ 8 FEET _ gt CROSS SECTION TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION 1 Machine does not move or moves slowly Confirm that the main drain is closed e Ensure ideal flow is being attained using Pool Pulse Note In water 60 F or less it may be necessary to increase flow to compensate for the reduced flexibility of the hose and diaphragm e Check diaphragm for damage or wear See Care and Maintenance e Backwas
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