Polaris ALPHA iQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner User Guide

Polaris ALPHA iQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner

Models

• ALPHATM iQ+, ALPHA iQ
• VRXTM iQ+, VRX iQ
• PHENOMTM iQ+

Before You Start

This Quick Start Guide contains essential installation and startup instructions. Read the complete manual and all safety warnings before commencing installation.

Product Information

The product is a pool cleaner that comes with a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) and is compatible with 120V power supply. It has a power cord length of 5 ft (1.5 m) for use in the US and 3 m (10 ft) for use in Canada. The user manual advises against using an extension cord and warns that the cleaner should only be turned on when it is fully submerged in water to avoid damage to the motor and voiding of the warranty. The product can be paired with the iAquaLink app available on the App Store or Google Play, which allows for remote control of the cleaner’s cleaning mode, cycle time, and scheduling. The app can also be used to check the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity status of the cleaner.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Ensure that the pool cleaner is fully submerged in water before turning it on to avoid damage to the motor.
2. Download and install the iAquaLink app from the App Store or Google Play.
3. Open the iAquaLink app and either Sign Up or Log In.
4. Press the plus icon (+) at the top of “My Systems” to add the pool cleaner.
5. Follow the on-screen prompts to connect the pool cleaner to Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi light will blink when connected to the router and remain solid when connected to the internet.
6. When prompted, press the connect button on the Control Box to begin pairing with Bluetooth. The Bluetooth light will blink when searching for a signal and remain solid when paired with the phone.
7. Select the cleaning mode using the Control Box or iAquaLink app. The available cleaning modes are Waterline only (45 min), Quick Clean (1h 15 min) for the floor only, SMART Cycle (custom clean duration calculated by the app) for the floor, wall, and waterline, and Deep Clean (2h 45 min).
8. Press the Start/Stop button on the Control Box or app to begin cleaning. The cleaner can also be set to clean on a recurring schedule of every day, 2 days, or 3 days.
9. Wait for the bubbles to stop completely before letting the cleaner sink to the bottom of the pool.
10. To remove the cleaner from the pool, use the handle and lift it out.
11. The filter canister should be cleaned after each use by removing it from the cleaner and washing it with a hose.

What in the box

VRX™ iQ model shown

Connect the Floating Cable

Warning

• DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
• Never turn on the cleaner unless it is fully submerged in the water.
• Doing so may void the warranty and may cause severe damage to the cleaner motors.

Submerge Robotic Cleaner in Pool

• Wait for bubbles to stop completely, then let the cleaner sink to the bottom of the pool.

• Ideal entry point in pool.

Install iAquaLink®

Before you begin installing iAquaLink, make sure you have the following:

• Robotic Cleaner submerged in the pool.
• Control Box connected and plugged into a GFCI outlet.
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled smart device (phone or tablet).
• Wi-Fi router with sufficient signal strength at the Control Box.
• IMPORTANT: Have your Wi-Fi network password available.

1. Download the iAquaLink app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Open the iAquaLInk app, then Sign Up or Log In.

Configure the System

Tip

• If you have problems connecting, the Wi-Fi signal may not be strong enough next to the pool.
• Try placing the Control Box in another location closer to your home router.

1. After logging into the iAquaLink® app, press the plus icon (+) at the top of My Systems.
   • Follow the on-screen prompts to add your cleaner.
2. When prompted, press the connect button on the Control Box to begin pairing.
   • Bluetooth® light indicates status:
   • BLINKING – searching for signal
   • SOLID – paired with phone
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to connect to Wi-Fi.
   • Wi-Fi light indicates status:
   • BLINKING – connected to router
   • SOLID – connected to the internet

iAquaLink® Control Home Screen

• Start/Stop Cleaning
• Remote
• Clean Mode
• Lift System
• Dirty Canister Indicator
• +/- Manual Time
  • Adjustment (current run time +/- 15 minutes)
• °C / F Water Temperature Display

Start Cleaning

• From the App or the Control Box, press the Start/Stop button to begin cleaning.
• Read the complete manual for how to customize cycle time, set schedules, clean intensity, etc.

Control Box

ALPHA™ iQ+ / VRX™ iQ+ / PHENOM™ iQ+./ ALPHA iQ / VRX iQ

• Cleaner is receiving power
• Start/Stop cleaning
• Select cleaning mode:
• Waterline only (45 min)
• Quick Clean
  • (1h 15 min) Floor only
• SMART Cycle
  • (Calculate custom clean duration) Floor, Wall, Waterline
• Deep Clean
  • (2h 45 min) Floor, Walls, Waterline, High Intensity
• Remove cleaner from the pool
• Dirty canister indicator
• + / – 15 minute increments
• Initiate connection and set up iAquaLink® control
• Bluetooth connection status:
  • BLINKING – searching for signal
  • SOLID – paired with phone
• Wi-Fi connection status:
  • BLINKING – connected to router
  • SOLID – connected to the internet
• Set recurring cleaning:
• Every: Day, 2 Days, or 3 Days

not available on all models

Proper Removal from Pool

• Use Lift System, from either the App or the Control Box.
• Remove the cleaner from the pool using the handle.
• Unplug & Untangle.
• Clean Filter Canister.
  • Remove
  • Empty
  • Rinse

NOTE: Never lift the cleaner out of the pool by the floating cable.

Contact

Zodiac Pool Systems LLC

• 2882 Whiptail Loop # 100
• Carlsbad, CA 92010, USA
• PolarisPool.com
• 1.800.822.7933

Zodiac Pool Systems Canada, Inc.

• 2-3365 Mainway
• Burlington, ON L7M 1A6, Canada
• PolarisPool.ca
• 1.800.822.7933

Visit our website for additional operating and troubleshooting instructions.

A Fluidra Brand

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