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- Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 2 • Check water chemistry. Make sure the pool is free from excess algae to ensure proper operation of the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner. Never use the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner to remove plaster/pebble debris in new or remodeled pools. Always remove the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner before backwashing or chemically shocking the pool.
- Page 3 THE STARZTRUCK AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER Thank you for purchasing the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner. The StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner works from the suction side of your pool filter system and is subject to the GPM (gallons per minute) of the suction line. It is designed to operate and install simply with most swimming pools.
- Page 4 There are nine connector hoses and one leader hose with a gray hose cuff. The hose cuff con- nects to the top of the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner (see Fig. 1). Connect the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner hose sections by pushing and twisting the tapered male connector end of each hose firmly into the open female end of the adjacent hose section (see Fig.
- Page 5 STEP 2: CONNECTING TO SUCTION Connect the skimmer cone adapter to the regulator valve and then insert the skimmer cone into: A. The suction port of the skimmer (see Fig. 4) or B. The wall port safety vacuum lock without a three-way or ball valve (see Fig. 5) Without the skimmer cone and regulator valve, insert the male end of the hose directly into the safety vacuum lock wall fitting port with a three-way or ball valve (see Fig.
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Page 6: Step 4: Adjusting Water Flow
STEP 3: TESTING THE FLOW Ensure that the hose is full of water and that your pump is running. Remove the StarzTruck auto- matic pool cleaner from the hose, then insert the flow gauge into the leader hose. Make sure the flow gauge is underwater (see Fig. - Page 7 STEP 5: ADJUSTING YOUR STARZTRUCK AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER The rear flap tension adjuster is preset to II. When the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner seems to be spending too much time against steps, vertical walls and other obstructions, turn the rear flap tension adjuster to position I (see Fig.
- Page 8 BOTTOM OPENING REMOVAL AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS REMOVING THE BOTTOM OPENING Should the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner stop moving or become sluggish due to debris trapped in the throat or inside the unit, the turbine/vacuum chamber is accessible following these instructions.
- Page 9 STARZTRUCK AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER SERVICE TIPS CHECK THE CONDITION OF THE SHOES, WINGS AND FLAPS PERIODICALLY The pod shoes and wings have wear indicators on their sides and should occasionally be checked to determine if replacement is needed. The shoe wear indicator is a line on the side of the pod shoe that appears as a difference in texture.
- Page 10 B. Remove the old wings by bending the wings up toward the sides of the cleaner, and lift them off their hooks (see Fig. 12). If any of the wing hooks are broken, take the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner to your dealer for pod replacement as the cleaner will not function properly if the wings are not properly attached.
- Page 11 You will feel and hear a snap when the flap falls in place. Fold the flap in toward the bottom of the StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner. You will feel some resistance at this point (that is normal).
- Page 12 A #2 phillips screwdriver is necessary for this repair. 1. Turn StarzTruck automatic pool cleaner upside down and place it in a position that is steady/firm. 2. Locate and loosen the captive screw behind the throat in the center of the bottom (Figs. 10,11,12, on Pg 6).
- Page 13 STARZTRUCK AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM: SLOW/NO FORWARD MOVEMENT CAUSES SOLUTIONS Lack of/improper water flow through cleaner Check and adjust water flow, Pg 4 Partial obstruction of StarzTruck throat Clear obstruction, Pg 6 Worn shoes Replace shoes, Pg 7...
- Page 14 STARZTRUCK AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM: CLEANER CLIMBS TO THE SURFACE AND SUCKS AIR CAUSES SOLUTIONS Too much/improper water flow through cleaner Adjust water flow, Pg 4 Improper tension on rear flap Turn rear flap adjuster to I If still climbing too much, reduce water flow...
- Page 15 To better serve you, please have the following information D. The integrity of “good” pool plaster is such that the available if you contact your local Aquastar Pool Products plaster will cause wear on the StarzTruck automatic pool dealer. cleaner – not vice versa.
- Page 16 Aquastar Pool Products warrants this cleaner to be free from act of God, abuse, misuse, negligence, omissions. defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the original date of purchase subject to all the following 6.
- Page 17 PROSTAR ALL-AMERICAN REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR THE STARZTRUCK AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER ™ 1. Top Shell HWN121xx 2. Cone Gear HWN122 3. Intermediate Gear HWN123 4. Intermediate Gear Shaft HWN124 5. Spindle Gear Screw HWN125 6. Spindle Gear HWN126 Discover the quality, price and 7.
- Page 18 PROSTAR REPLACEMENT KITS We’ve made your pool equipment service and repair a lot easier with these convenient replacement kits. Each one is a complete grouping that contains everything you need for that particular repair. For more information or to stock up on individual replacement parts at prostarreplacementparts.com or call 877-768-2717 Medium Turbine/Spindle Gear Kit Universal A-Frame Kit...
- Page 19 PROSTAR REPLACEMENT KITS Propulsion/Conversion Kit HWN160xx A-Frame and Turbine Kit HWN119...
- Page 22 Rev 06/18 P/N FCTM...
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