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7.2 TROUBLESHOOTING
Problems Probable causes
Qualification
required
Cleaner stops and
starts, or
won’t move at all
Check that the lter is clean and the pump is switched
on.
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Ensure that the vacuum plate is properly installed. -
Check the diaphragm for any damage or blockages -
Disengage the safety suction, ensure main drain is
plugged.
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Check the cleaner and hose are free of trapped air. -
Cleaner is missing
spots in the
pool.
Ensure that the correct amount of hose is installed. -
Ensure that all the returns are directing waterow
towards the oor of the pool, adjusting the eyeballs,
or using water diverters available at your local pool
shop.
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Ensure that hose is straight and untangled. -
Cleaner doesn’t
climb
Ensure the pool water is properly balanced. For
example, high pH and/or lack of chlorine, makes the
walls very slippery.
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Check oat arm is in the correct position.
Note: In pools with a sharp 90 degree wall-to-oor it is
unreasonable to expect the cleaner to climb the walls.
Increase the suction using the speed controller.
Cleaner spend too
much time
on the walls and/or
climbs out
of the water.
Decrease the suction using the speed controller. -
Adjust the hose weight provided towards the cleaner
head.
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