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Always remove the Polaris before allowing swimmers to enter the pool. • Always handle the Polaris with care. Do not let children or pets play with the Polaris; it is not a toy. • Never handle the Polaris when operating.
Once again, thank you for choosing Polaris. pool and less time cleaning it. B. What to Expect from Your The Polaris 140 pool cleaner has been built with Polaris 140 the finest materials available. It is backed by a limited warranty that protects against defects in...
II. Installation Instructions A. Polaris 140 Components It is necessary to clean the pool filter and pump basket prior to the installation of the Polaris 140. The Polaris 140 box contains: After cleaning the pool filter, record the filter 1. Cleaner Head pressure here for future reference: _____ 2.
3. Turn off the flow to all the skimmers, except 1. If the pool has more than one skimmer: the one to which the Polaris will be con- Refer to Section E. nected. If the pool is not equipped with a valve that allows independent flow to each 2.
G. Connecting the Hose remove the same items from the skimmer 1. Set aside the two hose sections with to which the Polaris will be connected. hose weights. 5. Continue to Section F below. 2. Connect the remaining hose sections by pushing the hose cuffs as close together as F.
4. The target area on the flow indicator repre- I. Adjusting the Water Flow sents the correct water flow range for the Polaris 140. While holding the flow indicator For proper operation, the Polaris 140 must underwater, verify that the indicator is within receive the correct amount of water flow.
J. Assembling the Cleaner • Verify that all suction lines are closed, except the one to which the Polaris 1. Turn off the pump. Hold the hose underwater is connected. and remove the flow indicator. • Check the hoses to ensure the cuffs are 2.
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6. Submerge the Polaris in the pool. Remove any air in the cleaner by rotating it in all directions while underwater. 7. With the hose and pool cleaner underwater, connect the free end of the hose to the swivel.
(part #8-6005) is used for all other installations. The shoe provides traction, and protects both the Polaris 140 and the bottom of the pool. It will need to be replaced before the nubs (see the “Assembling the Cleaner” diagram on page 8) on the bottom are worn flat.
6. Flow Regulator (#19) • When the Polaris 140 is not in the pool, the surface disk and steering skirt should always For skimmer installations, periodically check the lay flat to prevent any warping. inlet in the flow regulator and clear out any debris.
A. Problems and Solutions 4. Turn the cleaner upside down to Problem: Polaris 140 gets stuck on steps or check the ball valve seat (#11) for other pool obstacles. any signs of wear. See page 11.
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3. If the Polaris 140 is installed on a dedicated suction line, attach the 45° elbow (#20) to the universal adapter (#18). Angle it upward and...
Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PST. In order to provide faster and more convenient service, have the following information available at the time of the call or when taking the Polaris in for service. 1. Serial #: ___________________ See page 16.
(28 sections, 39" each) 5-7300 Hose Weight 8-7050 Flow Indicator 8-6050 Deflector Ring 8-4075 Magnet Cap Pad Parts Not Shown 8-6007 Shoe, White To insure proper operation and long life for the Polaris, be sure to insist on genuine Polaris parts.
EXAMPLE: E 1 2 3 4 5 6 The Polaris 140 is warranted for a period of one year from date of manufacture of the unit as established by the serial number, or one year from date of purchase with proof of purchase, whichever is later.