OWNER’S MANUAL The following parts are included with your Baracuda G3 (Model# W03000): (1) FlowKeeper™ Valve (1) Pool Pulse™ (1) Cleaner Head (1) Hose Weight (1) Finned Disc (12) Hose Lengths (1) Universal Valve Cuff (1) 41/2" Connector (2) 45 Degree Elbows (1) Hose Protector Net W83409
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING BARACUDA® G3™. YOUR BARACUDA G3 HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO BE EASILY INSTALLED AND TO PROVIDE YEARS OF LOW MAINTENANCE OPERATION. PRIOR TO INSTALLING YOUR NEW BARACUDA 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.
INGROUND AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER INSTALLATION GUIDE Pool Preparation .......................................................................................................................... 2 Assembly ....................................................................................................................................... 3 Hose Assembly................................................................................................................................3 Balance .....................
Thank you for purchasing this automatic pool cleaner from Zodiac. Prior to installing your pool cleaner, review the parts and warranty information and insure that all parts shown are included with your unit. Although the appearance of your model Zodiac Pool Cleaner may differ slightly from some drawings shown in this installation guide, installation steps remain the same. STEP 1 - POOL PREPARATION • • • • • Before installing the Zodiac Automatic Pool Cleaner, examine the interior of your pool carefully.
STEP 2 - ASSEMBLY FINNED DISC INSTALLATION Slide the finned disc over the foot pad. Insure the disc fits properly in the grooves provided and rotates freely on the foot pad. The fins on the disc face upward. CE FINS FA D UPWAR BOTTOM VIEW REAR VIEW WHEEL DEFLECTOR INSTALLATION (Only used on some pool cleaners.) Some Zodiac Pool Cleaner models require a wheel deflector for proper performance.
STEP 4 - BALANCE Zodiac Automatic Pool Cleaners require a specific number of hose weights to compensate for the buoyancy of the hose depending on the cleaner model. A properly balanced pool cleaner hose will create a 45-degree angle from the cleaner head and the bottom of the pool as shown below. FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES BELOW FOR YOUR SPECIFIC CLEANER MODEL. (Model number is stated on the cover of the manual.) MODEL# W83251 - Hose weight is not required for this model cleaner in most pools.
STEP 6 INSTALLATION FOR POOLS WITH SKIMMERS FLOWKEEPER VALVE In skimmer installations the Flowkeeper Valve MUST BE used. The pool pump provides more gallon per minute flow than your pool cleaner requires. The Flowkeeper provides a way to regulate the flow with a bypass so the pool pump and the pool cleaner run properly. 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.
STEP 7 - ACHIEVING PROPER FLOW IDEAL TOO HIGH TOO LOW 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. For the following steps, using 2 people is recommended; one poolside and the other at the plumbing manifold. Vacuum and skimmer valves are located at your plumbing manifold. • • • • • • • Remove the cleaner head.
ADJUSTMENTS BALANCE - POOLS THAT ARE 8 1/2 FEET OR DEEPER FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES BELOW FOR YOUR SPECIFIC CLEANER MODEL. MODEL# W83251 - Snap (1) hose weight onto the first hose section, one meter from the cleaner head. MODEL# W03000, W83215, and W83216 - An additional hose weight (#W83247) may be necessary to balance the Zodiac Pool Cleaner head.
ZODIAC ACCESSORIES PART ILLUSTRATION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1. W24000 Ladder Guard Always use on stainless steel in-pool ladders 2. W24100 Return Line Diverter Use when no other return inlet directional fittings exist. 3A. W90153 Retrofit Eyeball Return Line Diverter Use to replace standard directional inlet eyeballs. 1 2 (for 11/2" return inlet) 3B 3A 3B. W90155 (for 2" return inlet) 4. W26705 The Leaf Catcher with 4 1/2" Hose Connector Use when heavy debris or leaf situations exist. 5.
BARACUDA G3™ CARE AND MAINTENANCE To maintain quality, performance and increase the lifespan of your Baracuda G3, please do the following: 1. The skimmer basket, pump basket and pool filter should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis. Always disconnect the hose from the skimmer before backwashing. 2. NEVER COIL THE HOSE when the cleaner is removed from the pool. A coiled hose can be straightened with hot water or by laying it on a warm pool deck for several hours. X CORRECT INCORRECT 3.
BARACUDA G3™ PARTS DIAGRAM 10 5 17 16 11 6 13 18 19 20 2 9 21 4 8 7 3 1 22 23 12 24 14 25 15 PART NO. QTY. 1. W69541 Left G3 Main Body 1 2. W69542 Right G3 Main Body 1 3. W56124 Float - Baracuda G3 1 4. W41079 Weight - Baracuda G3 1 5. W69545 Retaining Collar - Baracuda G3 1 6. W69559 Cassette Chambers Upper and Lower 1 7. W69698 Long Life Diaphragm 1 8. W81600 Retaining Ring 1 1 9. W56525 Inner Extension Pipe 10.
