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Polaris 3900S Manual

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Always disconnect the Polaris from the pool wall when cleaning or backwashing the pool
filter.
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After cleaning or backwashing, let the filtration system run for at least five minutes before
re-connecting the Polaris.
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New plumbing lines should be flushed out before installing the Polaris.
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The Polaris should not be used to remove plaster dust in new pools.
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Always remove the Polaris
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Except when checking the wheel RPM, do not handle the Polaris while it is operating.
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Always remove the Polaris from the pool before chemical shock treatments.
This one year limited warranty is extended to the original consumer purchaser of this Polaris®
3900 Sport Automatic Pool Cleaner manufactured by Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc., ("Zodiac") 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. Zodiac warrants this product, including all parts
and components thereof, to be free of defects in material and workmanship. Normal replacement
items such as bags, tires, sweep hoses or sweep hose scrubbers which have been worn out by
use or improper installation are not covered by this warranty. The Polaris® 3900 Sport frame is
warranted for a period of ten years.
This limited warranty does not apply if the failure is caused or contributed to by any of the
following: improper handling, improper usage, improper storage, winter freezing, abuse, improper
installation, removal of the in-filter screen, unsuitable application of the unit, improper maintenance,
lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance, damage in transit or during installation, or
damage from repairs/alterations made or attempted by anyone other than Zodiac or one of its
Authorized Service Centers. IN NO EVENT SHALL ZODIAC BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE OR FOR DAMAGES TO PERSONS OR
PROPERTY, INCLUDING ANY DAMAGES TO VINYL LINERS, PLASTER, TILE, AGGREGATE-
BASED AND OTHER POOL SURFACES, OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF
THIS PRODUCT WITH A SUBSTANDARD POOL CIRCULATION SYSTEM OR A CHEMICAL
IMBALANCE.
Authorization to return a unit or part to the plant of manufacture must be obtained from the
Zodiac Customer Service Department. Check with your dealer for the local procedure before
exercising this warranty. If further directions or instructions should be required, contact the
Customer Service Department at 1-800-822-7933 (USA and Canada only) or (760) 599-9600. Be
sure to insure the shipment against loss or damage in transit.
This limited warranty is valid only in the United States of America, Mexico and Canada, and it
does not apply to Polaris® 3900 Sport Automatic Swimming Pool Cleaners sold or installed in any
other country.
POLARIS 3900S
Description: Polaris 3900 Sport
1 Year Warranty
before swimmers enter the pool.
Polaris® 3900 Sport Limited Warranty

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  • Page 1 The Polaris® 3900 Sport frame is warranted for a period of ten years.
  • Page 2 WARNING: USE OF POLARIS ATV IN A VINYL LINER POOL Certain vinyl liner patterns are particularly susceptible to rapid surface wear or pattern removal caused by objects coming into contact with the vinyl surface, including pool brushes, pool toys, floats, fountains, chlorine dispensers, and automatic pool cleaners. Some vinyl liner patterns can be seriously scratched or abraded simply by rubbing the surface with a pool brush.

  • Page 3: Quick Installation Instructions

    QUICK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Install the Universal Wall Fitting Installs in minutes on pools with a dedicated cleaner return line. Turn on the filtration pump and flush out the plumbing line.Turn pump off. Remove the Universal Wall Fitting (UWF) from the Quick Disconnect and screw it into the return opening with the blue restrictor disk in place.
  • Page 4 Turn on the pool filtration pump and allow it to prime before turning on the booster pump. 4. Check for Proper RPM Before operating the Polaris®, check Single-wheel Side for proper wheel revolutions per minute (RPM). For maximum efficiency, the cleaner should operate between 30 and 36 RPM.

  • Page 5: Thrust Jet Adjustment

    FINE TUNING THE CLEANER When operating correctly, the cleaner vacuums, sweeps and scrubs all surfaces randomly throughout the pool. Approximately every three minutes the cleaner goes into back-up mode. This action pulls the cleaner away from pool obstacles and increases its random pattern. Thrust Jet Adjustment The thrust jet powers the direction of the cleaner.

  • Page 6: Cleaning The Filters

    When storing for the winter, drain all the water from the cleaner (freeze damage is not covered under the warranty). Use the Quick Disconnect to remove the UWF from the pool wall. If necessary, use the UWF Removal Tool (part #10-102-00) available from any authorized Polaris® dealer.

  • Page 7: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If the cleaner regularly displays any of the following actions, adjustments may be necessary to restore performance. Refer to the exploded parts diagram for part references. Action: Cleaner hangs up on steps or other obstacles for longer than 3 minutes. Solution: 1.
  • Page 8 2. With the cleaner operating, check that the swivels and hose connections turn freely. 3. Make sure the feed hose is floating. 4. With the Polaris® operating, hold the cleaner under water and verify that all three wheels are turning together. Action: The front end of the cleaner lifts all the time.
  • Page 9 If count is less than 30 RPM: • If an adjustable valve is installed on the cleaner line, open it completely so water can flow freely to the Polaris®. • Check the filter screen in the in-line filter for debris that restricts water flow.

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