DORADO™ Automatic Pool Cleaner Installation and User’s Guide
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P/N 371782 Rev. A 4/15/16
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Skimmer Vac Plates
Skimmer Vac Plate Vacuum Control
Adjusters
Maintenance ..........................................................
Hose Storage
Disassembly
Reassembly
Illustrated Parts List
Troubleshooting ...................................................
Important Warning and
Safety Instructions ...............................................
Pool Preparation ...................................................
Preparation the Pool
Cleaner Components
Hose Assembly
Assembling the Cleaner .......................................
Attaching Swivel Assembly to Cleaner Head
Assembling the Hose
Installation .............................................................
Standard Installation
Optional Installation
Operation ...............................................................
Cleaner Operation and Movement
Clicking sound
Movement around the pool
Picks Up “Big Stuff”
Fine-tuning Valves and Connections
Valves and Vacuum Adjustments
Too Much Vacuum?
Not Enough Vacuum?
In-line Leaf Canisters
Skimmer Connection
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If you have questions about ordering Pentair Aquatic Systems replacement parts, and pool products, please use
the following contact information:
CUSTOMER SERVICE / TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Customer Service (8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. — Eastern
and Pacific Times)
Phone: (800) 831-7133
Fax: (800) 284-4151
Web site
visit www.pentairpool.com or www.staritepool.com to
find more information about Pentair products.
Technical Support
Sanford, North Carolina (8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. ET)
Phone: (919) 566-8000
Fax: (919) 566-8920
Moorpark, California (8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. PT)
Phone: (805) 553-5000 (Ext. 5591)
Fax: (805) 553-5515