Instruction Man ual
Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing a ZODIAC G4™. It is through customers such as you that our position as worldwide market leader in pool care remains unchallenged. Our renowned, patented BARACUDA® technology is still unbeaten for innovation and design, reliability and efficiency. • Your ZODIAC G4™ has no moving parts to jam, wear, or come adrift. No nuts, bolts, screws, gears or wheels to corrode.
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SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION STEP 1: Preparing your pool and filtration system IMPORTANT The filtration system must be operating at its MAXIMUM WATER FLOW before you install your ZODIAC G4™, otherwise you will have to re-adjust your ZODIAC G4™ after cleaning the pool filter. Installation is easy if you follow these simple preliminary steps: 1. Empty the weir basket. 2. Clean the pump basket. 3. Backwash the filter until the sight glass is clear. 4.
SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION STEP 3: Assembling the Hoses 1. Always insert the male hose cuff into the female cuff. Hoses must connect fairly tightly. The ideal length of hose is from the weir to the furthest point of the pool plus one extra section of hose. If the weir is opposite the steps, use lowest step as furthest point (See Diagram 3 and 4). To ensure the best Weir performance from your Diagram 3: Ideal Hose length ZODIAC G4™, please ensure only genuine ZODIAC long life hoses are used. 2.
SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS AUTO WEIR VALVE The ZODIAC Auto Weir Valve is preset at the factory to obtain maximum pool cleaning efficiency.Your ZODIAC G4™ is preset on setting 3. However, if you do experience difficulties, it can be manually adjusted to one of the three settings (high, medium or low). 90° Elbow NOTE: To obtain maximum diaphragm efficiency, please ensure a genuine ZODIAC Auto Weir Valve is used. Auto Weir Valve with 90° Elbow.
SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS ADJUSTMENT SUGGESTIONS CORRECT BALANCING Proper balancing must be accomplished in the DEEPEST area of the pool. The buoyancy of the hose tends to LIFT the ZODIAC G4™ especially in deeper water. The hose weight is utilized to help neutralise the buoyant effect of the hose. Although usually not required, if a hose weight is needed, please contact ZODIAC on 0800 110 885 whereby we will supply a hose weight at no charge.
SECTION 3 – QUICK RELEASE CASSETTE SYSTEM The ZODIAC G4™ has a long life diaphragm and a Quick Release Cassette System. This unique feature allows almost instantaneous access to 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.
SECTION 3 – QUICK RELEASE CASSETTE SYSTEM STEP 2: Removal of Diaphragm Grasp the extension pipe in one hand and unscrew the cassette ± 2 TURNS anticlockwise (Figure 3). FIGURE 3 Grasp the rim of the diaphragm and pull the diaphragm assembly out of the cassette (Figure 4).
SECTION 3 – QUICK RELEASE CASSETTE SYSTEM Remove the diaphragm from the inner extension pipe (Figure 5), leaving the retaining ring on the diaphragm. FIGURE 5 STEP 3: Examination Inspect the diaphragm for a blockage or any damage. Even small holes will compromise its operation. If any damage is evident, i.e. a cut or hole on the sides of the diaphragm, replace it. If there is a blockage, carefully remove it. If this can’t be done, a garden hose may be used to flush the obstacle through.
SECTION 3 – QUICK RELEASE CASSETTE SYSTEM Pressing on the underside of the diaphragm’s ridges, push the diaphragm into the cassette body (Figure 7). FIGURE 7 The diaphragm should fit flush against the cassette body. STEP 5: Resetting the Diaphragm If the gap of the throat/diaphragm is excessive (more than 5mm), yet the diaphragm is not torn or damaged, it can be reset by leaving one ridge on the diaphragm exposed from the cassette body (Figure 8).
SECTION 3 – QUICK RELEASE CASSETTE SYSTEM FIGURE 9 STEP 6: Cassette Reassembly Re-insert the assembled cassette unit into the ZODIAC G4™ body (Figure 10) and tighten the cassette swivel nut ± 3 TURNS clockwise until handnut is flush with the bumper fin (Figure 11).
SECTION 4 – HOW TO KEEP YOUR ZODIAC G4™ HAPPY However good an automatic pool cleaner is, remember that it 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. Weir 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. N.B.
SECTION 5 – PROBLEM SOLVING PROBLEMS Your ZODIAC G4™ works slowly, runs then stops, or not at all. Your ZODIAC G4™ is working slowly and air bubbles are noticable at the return jet. Your ZODIAC G4™ is sticking in corners or at the steps. CHECKS SOLUTIONS Is the filter clean? Backwash and rinse the filter thoroughly. Are the baskets clean? Remove baskets, clean thoroughly (Baskets must be in good condition). Is the vacuum lid sitting flush in the weir? Remove and re-install.
SECTION 5 – PROBLEM SOLVING PROBLEMS The ZODIAC G4™ does not reach the shallow end of the pool or moves in a fixed pattern. The ZODIAC G4™ climbs above the water level. CHECKS SOLUTIONS Is the hose long enough? Add more sections of hose. Is the hose affected by the return flow? Adjust the return outlet towards the bottom of the pool to make sure that the jet of water does not influence the direction of the ZODIAC G4™ hose.
SECTION 6 – PARTS IDENTIFICATION EXPLODED DIAGRAM – G4 6 4 3 9 5a 2 10 11 5b 1 12 8 13 14 7 15 14 DESCRIPTION 1. Fairing with Integrated Stainless Steel weight 2. Main Body 3. Sail 4. Float 5a. Grommet 5b. Grommet 6. Cleat 7. Foot Flange 8. Flexifoot 9. Extension Pipe with Handnut 10. Compression Ring 11. Cassette Diaphragm Chamber 12. Inner Extension Pipe 13. Retaining Ring 14. Long Life Diaphragm 15.
SECTION 7 – OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 1.WEIR ADAPTOR Fits suction inlets from 40 to 60 mm. 23 2. WEIR COMBINATIONS Auto weir valve and weir elbows illustrating some of the different combinations that can be used. 23 23 3. AIM FLOW DIVERTER To allow pool cleaner to clean close to return flow. 4. DEFLECTOR WHEEL If unit sticks in difficult corners eg. steps. 5. IN-LINE LEAF EATER® An in-line filter which collects all leaves, seeds, twigs and grit before they reach the weir. Connects in-line with the hoses.
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SECTION 8 – 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 weirs, 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 Pool Care South Africa (Pty) Ltd, Private Bag X127, Halfway House 1685, or Fax to: (011) 314-5225 Your Name Tel. No.
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