ZODIAC Baracuda G3 Suction Side Automatic Pool Cleaner User Guide

ZODIAC Baracuda G3 Suction Side Automatic Pool Cleaner

Product Information

This product is a pool cleaner designed to efficiently clean swimming pools. It is manufactured by Zodiac Pool Systems, LLC and Zodiac Pool Systems Canada, Inc. The product consists of various components including:

1. Cleaner Body (Corps du nettoyeur)
2. Finned Disc (Disque)
3. Wheel Deflector
4. Flow Gauge
5. Valve Cuff (Manchon de soupape)
6. FlowKeeperTM Valve (Soupape FlowKeeperTM)
7. Hose Weight
8. Hose Protector Net (Gaine protectrice de boyau)
9. Hose Section (Section de boyau)

The product is designed to be connected to a skimmer or a dedicated suction line for operation. It requires the pool filter pump to be turned on during cleaning.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Turn off the pool filter pump to ensure safety.
2. Clean the pool filter and baskets as necessary.
3. Direct the return lines down to the pool floor.
4. If necessary, adjust the FlowKeeperTM Valve setting or adjust valves at the equipment pad.
5. Connect the pool cleaner to a skimmer or a dedicated suction line.
6. Install the cleaner with the arrow pointing downwards.
7. Connect the hose sections to the cleaner body.
8. Turn on the pool filter pump.
9. If necessary, further adjust the FlowKeeperTM Valve setting or valves at the equipment pad.
10. Turn off the pool filter pump before continuing.
11. Turn on the pool filter pump to start the cleaning process.

Please note that these instructions are a summary. For complete installation instructions, refer to the manual available for download on the manufacturer’s website or contact customer service for assistance.

WARNING

RISK OF SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD, WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED, CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THE CLEANER.

• Ensure that the vacuum suction fittings installed in your pool for connection of your suction-side pool cleaner are certified compliant with applicable safety standards, such as IAPMO SPS 4.
• Do not block the suction fittings in the pool, the suction opening on this product, or the cleaner hoses with any part of your body.
• Do not expose your hair, loose clothing, jewelry, etc. to any suction outlet fittings in the pool/spa, on this product, or on the cleaner.
• Do not operate the cleaner outside of the pool.
• Do not let children play with cleaner.

WHATS IN THE BOX

• Cleaner Body
• Finned Disc
• Wheel Deflector
• Flow Gauge
• 45° Elbow
• Valve Cuff
• FlowKeeper™ Valve
• Hose Weight
• 4½ in (11.4cm) Connector
• Hose Protector Net
• Hose Section

INSTALLATION

1. To avoid serious injury, turn off the pool fi lter pump.

2. Clean pool fi lter and baskets.

3. Direct return lines down to pool flo0r.

4. 5. Connect to a skimmer
      Install with Arrow Down
      OR
      a dedicated suction line

5. Skimmer or dedicated suction line
   Corner or end installations: add one more hose section

6. Turn on pool fi lter pump.If necessary, adjust FlowKeeper™ Valve (g) setting or adjust valves at the equipment pad.

7. If necessary, adjust FlowKeeper™ Valve (g) setting or adjust valves at the equipment pad.

8. To avoid serious injury, turn off the pool fi lter pump before continuing.

9. Turn on pool fi lter pump to begin cleaning.

Operations

• Incorrect
• Correct Balance
• Incorrect
• Direct return to gently push cleaner hose.

For complete installation instructions, please download the manual from the website, call the customer service number or submit a written request to:

Zodiac Pool Systems, LLC 2620 Commerce Way, Vista, CA 92081-8438 USA (00)1-800-822-7933 www.zodiacpoolsystems.com

References

• Zodiac Pool Systems Canada - English | Zodiac Pool Systems
• Zodiac Pool Systems United States | Zodiac Pool Systems

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