Zodiac MX6 - User Manual

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Instructions For Installation And Use17 pages

Quick Start Guide2 pages

Questions and Answers

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Glenn EvansAug 18, 2025
How to fix a Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaners that is immobile?
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  Mindy Russell MDAug 18, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaner is immobile or moving very slowly, try the following: close the main drain line, clean and empty the skimmer and filtration pump baskets. Inspect the motor area and remove any visible debris. Remove the suction adaptor under the cleaner. Check the flow and turn on the filtration pump to verify there is no air in the system. Also, ensure the pool surface isn't covered with algae, as this can make it difficult for the cleaner to move.
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Carl ColeAug 20, 2025
What to do if Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaners stopped on the steps?
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  Jonathan KennedyAug 20, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaner is stopped on the steps, verify that the top cover swivel turns freely. Test the flow by checking the wheel rotation speed. Also, check that the pipe is not too long.
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Jason RamosAug 23, 2025
Why is my Zodiac MX6 cleaner immobile?
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  Vernon DavisAug 23, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Vacuum is immobile or moving very slowly, several factors could be responsible. First, ensure the main drain line is closed. Then, clean and empty the skimmer and filtration pump baskets. Inspect the motor area, removing any visible debris. Remove the suction adaptor under the cleaner and check the flow. Also, verify that there is no air in the circulation system by turning on the filtration pump. Check the cleaner's hose sections for holes or cracks, and make sure the pool surface is not covered with algae. Finally, perform shock chlorination and slightly reduce the pH.
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Angela BrownAug 26, 2025
What to do if Zodiac Swimming Pool Vacuum cleaner is stopped on the steps?
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  Cindy DuranAug 26, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Vacuum cleaner stops on the steps, check that the top cover swivel turns freely. Test the flow by checking the wheel rotation speed. If the pipe is too long, shorten the hose length by removing sections.
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Patrick MejiaAug 28, 2025
What to do if my Zodiac Swimming Pool Vacuum lays on its side?
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  Nancy RobertsAug 28, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Vacuum lays on its side, check that the hose float is positioned correctly on the leader hose.
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Michelle CruzAug 30, 2025
Why is my Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaners not covering the entire pool?
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  Nancy MeyersAug 30, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaner isn't covering the entire pool, start by checking the flow. Ensure that your return line fittings are aimed downwards if they're adjustable. Inspect the hose for any coils and confirm that the hose assembly is long enough for your pool. Also, verify the position of the hose float on the leader hose section. Monitor the cleaner's movement for more than five minutes to see if each track changes direction regularly.
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Benjamin CruzSep 2, 2025
How to make Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaners climb the pool walls?
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  Kenneth MillerSep 2, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaner is not climbing the pool walls, check the flow and increase it if necessary. Make sure the hose float is positioned correctly on the leader hose. Also, ensure that the pool walls are free of algae and not slippery.
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Michael BanksSep 4, 2025
What to do if Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaners climbs above the water line?
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  Daniel WarnerSep 4, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaner climbs above the water line, try reducing the flow. Also, check that the hose float is positioned correctly on the leader hose.
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Brenda DuncanSep 6, 2025
Why Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaners lays on its side?
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  Savannah EllisSep 6, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaner lays on its side, check that the hose float is positioned correctly on the leader hose.
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Matthew BensonSep 9, 2025
What to do if my Zodiac MX6 doesn't cover the entire pool?
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  Scott VillegasSep 9, 2025
  If your Zodiac Swimming Pool Vacuum isn't covering the entire pool, start by checking the flow. If adjustable, aim the return line fittings in the pool downward. If a memory has formed in the hose sections, turn off the cleaner and remove the affected hose sections. Make sure the hose assembly is long enough. Check the position of the hose float on the leader hose section. Monitor the cleaner for more than five minutes, ensuring each track changes direction regularly.

Summary

Important Information

Introduction

Installation

Before You Start

Steps to prepare the pool and cleaner before installation.

AD Flow Valve

Details on the AD Flow valve and its installation methods.

Assemble the Hose Sections

Instructions for connecting the pool cleaner's hose sections.

Connecting Cleaner Head to Flow Regulator Valve

Procedure for attaching the cleaner head to the regulator valve.

Re-Connecting to Skimmer Box

Steps for reconnecting the cleaner to the pool's skimmer box.

Check Cleaner Flow

Guidance on checking and measuring the cleaner's water flow rate.

Adjust Flow if Necessary, using the AD Flow Valve

How to adjust the AD Flow valve settings for optimal performance.

Care and Maintenance

Removing the Cleaner Out of Your Pool

Proper procedure for disconnecting and removing the cleaner from the pool.

Backwashing the Pool Filter

Instructions on how to backwash the pool filter while the cleaner is connected.

Adding Chemicals to the Pool

Recommendations for removing the cleaner before adding pool chemicals.

Remove Debris from Engine

Step-by-step guide to accessing and clearing debris from the cleaner's engine.

Removing Inlet Throat Adaptor (MX8 only)

Instructions for removing the inlet throat adaptor on the MX8 model.

Troubleshooting

Express Warranty and Guarantees

Express Warranty

Details of the Zodiac Australia express warranty for the MX6/MX8 cleaner.

Product Warranty Registration

Information on how to register the product for warranty purposes.

How to Make a Warranty Claim

Steps and contact information for submitting a warranty claim.

Additional Guarantees, Rights and Remedies

Information on consumer guarantees and rights under Australian law.

Purchasers in Other Countries

Notes on warranty rights for customers outside Australia.

Inconsistency with Warranty Statements

Clarification on how warranty statements in manuals are superseded.

Zodiac MX6 Specifications

General

Pool Type	In-ground
Cyclonic Suction	Yes
Flow Regulator Valve	Yes
Power Source	Pool's filtration system
Warranty	1 year
Cleaning Coverage	Floor and walls
Pool Surface	Concrete, tile, vinyl, and fiberglass
Type	Suction-side pool cleaner