Hayward AquaVac 500 series User Manual

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HAYWARD only warranties the quality, performance and safety of its products when assembled with genuine
Hayward manufactured parts. Use of non-genuine Hayward manufactured parts will void all warranty.
AquaVac
®
500 Series
Owner’s Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Failure to follow
instructions can cause severe injury and/or death.
This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your equipment or in this manual, look
for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury.
WARNING warns about hazards that could cause serious personal injury, death or major property
damage and if ignored presents a potential hazard.
CAUTION warns about hazards that will or can cause minor or moderate personal injury and/or
property damage and if ignored presents a potential hazard. It can also make consumers aware of
actions that are unpredictable and unsafe.
The NOTICE label indicates special instructions that are important but not related to hazards.
Hayward Pool Products
620 Division Street, Elizabeth, NJ
07207 Phone: (908) 351.5400
www.hayward.com
Contents
Warnings .......................... 2 3
Information ....................... 4
Operating Instructions .......... 7
Maintenance ......................13
Troubleshooting ..................17
Warranty Registration ........... 23
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Hayward AquaVac 500 series Specifications

General

Brand	Hayward
Model	AquaVac 500 series
Category	Vacuum Cleaner
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words

Explains the safety-alert symbol and signal words (WARNING, CAUTION) for potential personal injury.

General Safety Warnings and Hazards

Covers general instructions, suction entrapment hazards, and electrical shock risks.

Specific Product Usage and Cord Safety

Details precautions for children, operation, and handling of the cleaner's cord.

Consumer Safety Information and Precautions

Covers DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION statements regarding electrical shock and product use.

Operating the Cleaner

GFCI Requirements and Power Supply Setup

Details GFCI outlet requirements, power supply placement, and distance from the pool.

Important Operating Tips and Best Practices

Provides essential tips for optimal cleaner performance, including setup, cleaning, and operation.

General Operating Instructions and Setup

Provides general operating guidance, including caddy cart assembly and initial setup.

Connecting Power and Placing Cleaner

Details connecting the power supply to the GFCI outlet and placing the cleaner into the pool.

Selecting Cleaning Schedules

Explains how to select and set the desired cleaning schedule modes (1X, 24h, 48h, 72h).

Cycle Completion and Power Failure

Describes cleaner behavior after cycle completion and the power failure feature.

Out of Water Sensor and Operation

Explains the function of the out-of-water sensor and precautions during cleaner removal and operation.

Product Information

Components Included

Lists the items included in the product packaging, such as the cleaner, cord, and power supply.

Parts Diagram and List

Illustrates the cleaner's components with exploded views and a corresponding parts list.

Maintenance

Cleaning Filter Cartridges

Provides instructions for cleaning the filter bucket and cartridges after each use.

Deep Cleaning Filter Cartridges

Details the process for deep cleaning the filter cartridges, including removal and washing.

Periodic Cleaning and Storage

Covers periodic cleaning of moving parts, proper storage conditions, and cable care.

Usage and Maintenance Best Practices

Offers essential advice on cleaner handling, filter maintenance, and pool item removal for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting

Power Supply Issues

Addresses common power supply problems, indicator flashes, and possible solutions.

Cleaner Performance and Operation Issues

Diagnoses and provides solutions for issues like poor debris pickup, stopping, getting stuck, and cable issues.

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Terms and Exclusions

Details the warranty period, coverage, exclusions, and conditions for Hayward pool cleaners.

Product Registration and Warranty Card

Instructions and form for registering the product warranty and providing purchase details.