ABN PO Box 7238 Wetherill Park, NSW 2164 Australia Ph: Fax: Zodiac Group Australia

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1 ABN PO Box 7238 Wetherill Park, NSW 2164 Australia Ph: Fax: Zodiac Group Australia Pty Ltd

2 Instruction Manual

3 MASTERING THE ELEMENTS Renowned worldwide for the quality and reliability of its products in the aeronautical and marine sectors, Zodiac has now brought its expertise to swimming pools, to bring you a full range of pools, automatic pool cleaners and water treatment systems. Backed by Baracuda technology, expertise and experience, Zodiac brings you the reassurance of top quality equipment in terms of both design and performance. A real guarantee of efficiency and peace of mind!

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5 WARRANTY INFORMATION ZODIAC ZOOM TWO-YEAR WARRANTY This Zodiac ZOOM was carefully inspected before shipment from our warehouse. Upon unpacking, if any part is missing or found to be defective, please notify your dealer immediately. Please consult owner's manual for complete instructions on the installation and operation of your Zodiac ZOOM. ZODIAC GROUP AUSTRALIA WARRANTS THE ZODIAC ZOOM POOL CLEANER AGAINST ALL WEAR AND TO BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF TWO (2) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. THE ZODIAC HOSE IS WARRANTED FOR TWO (2) YEARS AGAINST MANUFACTURING DEFECTS AND ULTRAVIOLET BREAKDOWN. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY EXCLUDES THE FOLLOWING: 1. Discoloration of the Zodiac pool cleaner caused by reaction to chemicals used in the pool water. Discoloration does not affect the operating ability of your Zodiac automatic pool cleaner. 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 unauthorised repair personnel. 4. Age, pool water imbalance, and improper installation can cause 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.Abrasion to the hose or damage caused by misuse or improper installation. To obtain warranty replacement or repair, the unit should be returned to the place of purchase.when submitting a claim, always supply serial number, evidence of purchase date, retailer and a brief description of the problems/defects encountered. Zodiac Group Australia Pty. Ltd. reserves the right to repair or replace all defective or worn parts covered by this warranty, through the place of purchase.where the purchaser sends units to the place or purchase by post or courier for repair or replacement, freight is the responsibility of the purchaser. Zodiac Group Australia Pty. 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 state to state. This warranty will remain the property of Zodiac Group Australia Pty Ltd. Baracuda is a registered trademark of Zodiac Group Australia Pty Ltd. ABN PO Box 7238 Wetherill Park, NSW 2164 Australia Ph: Fax: Zodiac Group Australia Pty Ltd Copyright Reserved

6 Dear Customer, Thank you for buying a Zodiac ZOOM. It is thanks to you that we have maintained our position as worldwide market leader. Your Zodiac ZOOM is the proven model for reliability and efficiency. REMEMBER TO REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY WITHIN FOURTEEN (14) DAYS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE Your Zodiac ZOOM has no moving parts to jam, wear, or come adrift. No nuts, bolts, screws, gears and no metal fittings to corrode. Its innovative diaphragm system sucks up dirt, debris, bugs and leaves. It requires less suction from the pump without loss of efficiency. No additional plumbing or electrical installations necessary. Your Zodiac ZOOM is manufactured to the highest quality specifications. Zodiac Group Australia provides a 2-year warranty against all material defects. In the unlikely event of any fault in the warranty period, your pool shop will provide you with a replacement part when you present your warranty card or receipt. IT S EASY TO INSTALL. JUST READ THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL CAREFULLY. IMPORTANT: Vinyl liners are subject to deterioration or damage due to age, the effect of chemicals, corrosion or failure of the supporting walls, and improper installation, maintenance, or cleaning of the supporting walls or base. Before installing your Zodiac ZOOM examine the interior of your pool carefully. If your vinyl liner is brittle or has stones, roots and metal corrosion in contact with the underside of the liner or has damage to the base material or supporting walls, DO NOT install Zodiac ZOOM before having a qualified professional perform the necessary repairs. This pool cleaner is covered by one or more of the following patents: Patent Nos , , , and Baracuda is a Registered Trade Mark. Specifications and equipment subject to change without prior notice. (For parts identification, refer to Section 5) i

7 Pure, Clear, Natural. Advanced Water Sanitising and Purification System Incorporates Clearwater & Nature2 Technology Self Cleaning Electrode Advanced Electrode Technology for Maximum Sanitation Reduces the Time Spent on Maintenance and Manual Cleaning Easy Set and Forget Operation ii

8 SECTION 7 AT YOUR SERVICE If you are having a 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, spas, waterfalls etc, or other significant features. Briefly describe the problem. (Send a photocopy and retain this page for future use). Mail to: Zodiac Group Australia, PO Box 7238 Wetherill Park, NSW 2164 Australia. Fax to: Your Name:... Postal Address:......Code:... Purchased From:...Date of Purchase... Pool Surface (tick one): Concrete Vinyl Fibreglass Other:... Pool Size: (L)...Pump Size:... Type of Filter (tick one): Sand D.E. Cartridge Filter Size (or model number):... Briefly describe the problem:

9 SECTION 6 POOL PULSE POOL PULSE : The Pool Pulse is a flow meter that measures the volume of water flowing through your Zodiac cleaner. It must be used to properly set the flow and can be used as a diagnostic tool when the cleaner isn t running properly. O IDEAL Showing Setting 2 TOO HIGH Showing Setting 3 TOO LOW Showing Setting 1 HOW TO USE POOL PULSE : Pool Pulse can only be used if the filtration system is on. 1) Attach the Pool Pulse to the first hose length (ie: the one attached to the pink adaptor) and keep it under water as shown. 2) Ensure the Pool Pulse is in the ideal range when viewed from the side 3) Keeping the hose under water, remove the Pool Pulse 4) Submerge the cleaner head, and when the bubbles stop coming from the extension pipe, attach the hose. If the flow is in the low range, review the installation procedures. A dirty pool filter or clogged basket is usually the main cause of low flow. Other types of hydraulic problems may require a pool professional. If your pool has multiple skimmers and flow is in the low range, close the skimmer the cleaner is not attached to. If the flow is in the high range, review the installation procedures. Lower AD Flow Valve setting to #1. 11

10 INDEX Page SECTION 1 PREPARING YOUR POOL SECTION 2 INSTALLATION SECTION 3 KEEPING YOUR CLEANER HAPPY SECTION 4 SERVICING YOUR MACHINE SECTION 5 PARTS AND IDENTIFICATION SECTION 6 POOL PULSE SECTION 7 AT YOUR SERVICE WARRANTY INFORMATION iii

11 SECTION 1 PREPARING YOUR POOL Before operating your Zodiac ZOOM, these steps must be followed. 1. Empty the skimmer basket. 2. Clean the pump basket. 3. If you have a sand filter, backwash the filter until the sight glass is clear. If you have a cartridge or DE filter, follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure it is operating at maximum capacity. 4. Direct pool return downwards and towards furthest side of your pool so that you DO NOT see a circular water flow or disturbance on the surface of your pool. ASSEMBLY OF THE ZODIAC ZOOM A. Fit the deflector wheel The spoked wheel is placed over the clear extension pipe. Press down on the wheel until the clips click into the raised groove on the extension pipe. SKIMMER ATTACHMENTS CAUTION: The AD Flow Valve MUST be used on all installations. Skimmer Basket and Skim Vac Plate (supplied with pool). Can also be purchased separately from your pool shop. 1

12 SECTION 5 PARTS AND IDENTIFICATION DESCRIPTION 1. Leader Hose adaptor (pink) 2. Outer Extension Pipe 3. Outer Body 4. Flexifoot Finned Disc 6. Inner Extension Pipe 7. Diaphragm 8. Wheel Deflector (Large) 9. AD Flow Valve 10. Hose Weight Zodiac Genuine Long Life Hose x Universal Weir Cuff 13. Hose protector mesh 14. Spacer Ring 15. Pool Pulse STOP: If listed parts are missing, please contact your pool builder/retailer immediately. 10

13 SECTION 4 SERVICING YOUR MACHINE PROBLEM TO BE CHECKED SOLUTION The Zodiac ZOOM is not working or is moving too slowly (less than 3 metres a minute) Are both the pump basket and the filter clean? Are there any impurities in the pump turbine? Is the hose connected properly? Is the pump in good working condition? Is the diaphragm damaged or blocked? Clean filter and pump basket. Clean pump. Change diaphragm. (See paragraph Changing the Diaphragm.) The Zodiac ZOOM is moving slowly and there are air bubbles visible in water returned to pool Is there a leak in the filtration circuit? Has the hose got a hole in it? Things to be checked: - Pump basket: tighten cover. - Flexible cleaner hose: check connections of sections. - Pull the hose out of the water piece by piece and check for a hissing noise that will indicate water escaping. The Zodiac ZOOM is not covering all the areas of the pool Is the hose long enough? How is the flow of the water return into pool orientated? The water flow should not be in a circular motion around the pool. Is the hose straight? Add on extra hose sections. Turn pool returns so they do not affect the hose s movement along surface. Ensure the hose is stored straight all the time, when not in the pool. 9

14 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION ZODIAC ZOOM HOSE Your cleaner is supplied with 10 metres of hose, made up of 10 sections, each 1 metre long. These connect together to provide the desired length of hose for your pool. The optimal hose length will reach across to the furthest point of your Weir pool plus one extra hose length. If Diagram 3: Ideal Hose length you have an extra large above ground pool you may have to purchase extra 1 metre lengths, to suit your size of pool. Before connecting the hose to the cleaner, place the hose weight approx. 0.5 metres along the hose that attaches to the Zodiac ZOOM cleaner. Switch on your filtration system. Place all the hose in the water, and place one end of the hose over return inlet until bubbles stop coming out of the hose. Next hold the Zodiac ZOOM completely under the water and wait until all air bubbles have escaped from the cleaner then attach female end of hose (with pink insert attached) onto the extension pipe. The hose protector is placed over Diagram 4: Ideal Hose Length the section of hose that attaches into the skimmer box. Connect hose to AD Flow Valve which is then fitted into the weir adaptor, which is then fitted into the vacuum plate of the skimmer box. It is most important that the valve opening is pointing downwards so that it will not suck air. The Zodiac ZOOM should move across the pool floor at 5-6 metres per minute. This is achieved by adjusting the AD Flow Valve. Skimmer Box 2

15 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AD FLOW VALVE The use of the Zodiac AD Flow Valve is recommended on pools with only one skimmer box/suction point, or when the filtration system needs to be used but the pool cleaner does not, such as when people are swimming in the pool. It regulates the flow of water to the pump through the pool cleaner.as the filter collects debris, the valve automatically maintains the correct flow to the cleaner. For installation of the AD Flow Valve see below: AD Flow Valve 1. STEP 1: Screw the AD Flow Valve Connector into the Vacuum Plate or use Weir Cuff. AD Flow Valve Connector DESCRIPTION 1.AD Flow Valve 2. Universal Weir Cuff 3. Hose Protector Mesh STEP 2: STEP 3: Insert the AD Flow Valve into the AD Flow Valve Connector. Connect the AD Flow Valve into the hose. For connection of the AD Flow Connector into a non standard skimmer plate see below: Waterco Skimmer Box = Screw in the AD Flow Valve connector from the top of the skimmer plate. Poolrite Skimmer Box = Screw in the AD Flow Valve connector from the bottom of the skimmer plate. Pool Rite Skimmer Plate Waterco Skimmer Plate If you do not have a Waterco or Poolrite Skimmer Plate then insert the AD Flow Valve into the Weir Cuff. The AD Flow Valve comes preset at a factory setting of 2 to obtain maximum pool cleaning efficiency. If your water flow requires a higher or lower setting, you can adjust the valve to one of three settings: High (Setting 3), Medium (Setting 2) or Low (Setting 1). You will only need to adjust the AD Flow Valve when the following occurs: PROBLEM The Zodiac Pool Cleaner is performing too fast and/or climbing above the level of the water. The Zodiac Pool Cleaner is performing slowly and/or is not climbing the pool walls. SOLUTION Reduce AD Flow Valve to Setting 1 Increase AD Flow Valve to Setting 3 3

16 SECTION 4 SERVICING YOUR MACHINE Step 6: Diaphragm Assembly Prior to reinstalling the diaphragm, rinse the diaphragm and the inner extension pipe thoroughly to remove any grit or algae. Attach the diaphragm to the inner extension pipe using the retaining ring (Figure 4). Slide the top of the inner extension pipe (the end which is opposite the diaphragm) into the body. Pressing on the underside of the diaphragm s ridges, push the diaphragm into the body (Figure 5). The diaphragm should fit flush against the cassette. Hold the cassette and tighten the outer extension pipe by turning it clockwise (Figure 6). Do not overtighten. Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 8

17 SECTION 4 SERVICING YOUR MACHINE Step 3: Parting Diaphragm Assembly Grasp the rim of the diaphragm and pull the diaphragm assembly out of the cassette. Step 3 Step 4: Removal of Inner Extension Pipe Remove the diaphragm from the inner extension pipe. The retaining ring on the diaphragm must be placed on the new diaphragm. Step 4 Step 5: Examination Inspect the diaphragm for the blockage or damage. If damage is evident, i.e. a cut or hole on the sides of the diaphragm, it will need to be replaced by your authorised Zodiac dealer. If a blockage is apparent, grasp it and remove it. If this can t be done, a garden hose may be used to flush the obstacle through. Do not use any sharp objects to probe or push an obstruction as this may damage the diaphragm. 7

18 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION WHEEL ADAPTOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Your Zodiac Zoom comes with the Wheel Adaptor fitted to the Outer Extension Pipe, all you need to do is fit the Wheel Deflector. This guide will assist if you ever need to replace the Wheel Adaptor. Outer Extension Pipe (OEP) STEP A: Slide new Wheel Adaptor over Outer Extension Pipe. Yellow Hand Nut Wheel Adaptor STEP B: Push firmly on Wheel Adaptor until it clicks in the groove at the base of the swivel. The indentation should be next to the yellow hand-nut. Deflector Wheel STEP C: Slide Wheel Deflector over Outer Extension Pipe and push firmly until it clicks in the groove over the Wheel Adaptor. 4 * Please note: Illustrations above are for the Genie Series 2 Pool Cleaner and not the Zoom Pool Cleaner, although installation is the same.

19 SECTION 3 KEEPING YOUR CLEANER HAPPY HOW TO KEEP YOUR ZODIAC ZOOM HAPPY Zodiac ZOOM was developed to assist you with the maintenance of your swimming pool. From time to time it will need a little assistance from you. Here s what you can do to help: 1. Skimmer basket, pump strainer basket, cartridge filter, skim filter, sand filter (whichever is applicable) should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis to ensure optimum pool cleaner efficiency. NB. ALWAYS disconnect the hose from the skimmer or vacuum line BEFORE backwashing your filter. 2. Ensure that the return outlet(s) is not causing excessive rippling on the pool surface. To eliminate this, direct the water return aim flow downwards to 30 o below water surface. 3. The hose protector should be checked monthly and rotated in order to ensure that the hose does not wear unduly. 4. Always store your Zodiac ZOOM hose in a straight line - never coil or leave hose coiled in the sun. If storing for a long period, disconnect the sections and pack into hose box. If you should require replacement hose, insist on genuine Zodiac hoses. 5. Periodically inspect parts for wear. The flexi-foot, disc, and wheel deflector are the most critical. As the disc wears, it begins to curl at the outer edges. When the depth of the channels between the treads of the flexi-foot are 3mm or less, replace the flexi-foot. IMPORTANT: Sunlight (ultraviolet rays), water and swimming pool chemicals can take their toll on your automatic pool cleaner. To extend the lifespan of your Zodiac ZOOM and hose: 1. Remove your Zodiac ZOOM from the pool before super chlorinating and reinstall it after a minimum of four hours. 2. If you should develop an algae or chemical imbalance problem, remove your Zodiac ZOOM, follow the advice of a qualified pool professional, and re-install your Zodiac ZOOM when the imbalance is corrected. 5

20 SECTION 4 SERVICING YOUR MACHINE QUICK ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM Unlike any other automatic pool cleaners designed for above ground pools, the Zodiac ZOOM has the Quick Release Access Cassette System. This unique feature allows almost instantaneous access to the one moving part the diaphragm. 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. Step 1: Removal of Cassette Unscrew the Cassette Holding Nut - three turns anti-clockwise. Pull the cassette out of the main body. Step 1 Step 2: Parting the Cassette Grasp the cassette in one hand and unscrew the extension pipe 2 turns. Step 2 6