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OWNER'S
MANUAL
The following parts are included with your Zodiac G4 (Model# W83251):
(1) Universal
(1) Pool Pulse™
(1) FlowKeeper™ Valve
(1) Dual Durometer Disc
(2) 45 Degree Elbows
Valve Cuff
(12) Hose Lengths
(1) 4
/
" Connector
(1) Cleaner Head
(1) Hose Weight
1
(1) Hose Protector Net
2
W83408

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL The following parts are included with your Zodiac G4 (Model# W83251): (1) Universal (1) Pool Pulse™ (1) FlowKeeper™ Valve (1) Dual Durometer Disc (2) 45 Degree Elbows Valve Cuff (12) Hose Lengths (1) 4 " Connector (1) Cleaner Head (1) Hose Weight (1) Hose Protector Net W83408...
  • Page 2 THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING ZODIAC G4. YOUR ZODIAC G4 HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO BE EASILY INSTALLED AND TO PROVIDE YEARS OF LOW MAINTENANCE OPERATION. PRIOR TO INSTALLING YOUR NEW ZODIAC G4, PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING: 1) Complete and return the warranty card. 2) Record your purchase information on the spaces provided below.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INGROUND AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER INSTALLATION GUIDE Pool Preparation .......................... 2 Assembly ............................3 Hose Assembly..........................3 Balance ............................4 Removing Air From Hose......................4 Installation ............................5 Achieving Proper Flow ........................6 Adjustments............................7 Troubleshooting..........................7 Accessories ............................8 HOW YOUR ZODIAC AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER WORKS • Your pool pump pulls water from the main drain and the skimmer through a strainer basket, then pushes the water through the filter system and back into the pool through the return inlets.

  • Page 4: Pool Preparation

    Thank you for purchasing this automatic pool cleaner from Zodiac. Prior to installing your pool cleaner, review the parts and warranty information and insure that all parts shown are included with your unit. Although the appearance of your model Zodiac Pool Cleaner may differ slightly from some drawings shown in this installation guide, installation steps remain the same.

  • Page 5: Assembly

    STEP 2 - ASSEMBLY FINNED DISC INSTALLATION Slide the finned disc over the foot pad. Insure the disc fits properly in the grooves provided and rotates freely on the foot pad. The fins on the disc face upward. BOTTOM VIEW REAR VIEW WHEEL DEFLECTOR INSTALLATION (Only used on some pool cleaners.) Some Zodiac Pool Cleaner models require a wheel deflector for proper performance.

  • Page 6: Balance

    STEP 4 - BALANCE Zodiac Automatic Pool Cleaners require a specific number of hose weights to compensate for the buoyancy of the hose depending on the cleaner model. A properly balanced pool cleaner hose will create a 45-degree angle from the cleaner head and the bottom of the pool as shown below.

  • Page 7: Installation

    STEP 6 INSTALLATION FOR POOLS WITH SKIMMERS FLOWKEEPER VALVE In skimmer installations the Flowkeeper Valve MUST BE used. The pool pump provides more gallon per minute flow than your pool cleaner requires. The Flowkeeper provides a way to regulate the flow with a bypass so the pool pump and the pool cleaner run properly.

  • Page 8: Achieving Proper Flow

    STEP 7 - ACHIEVING PROPER FLOW IDEAL TOO HIGH TOO LOW ® POOL PULSE The Pool Pulse is a flow meter that measures the volume of water flowing through your Zodiac cleaner. It must be used to properly set the flow and can be used as a diagnostic tool when the cleaner isn't running properly. For the following steps, using 2 people is recommended;...

  • Page 9: Adjustments

    ADJUSTMENTS BALANCE - POOLS THAT ARE 8 1/2 FEET OR DEEPER FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES BELOW FOR YOUR SPECIFIC CLEANER MODEL. MODEL# W83251 - Snap (1) hose weight onto the first hose section, one meter from the cleaner head. MODEL# W03000, W83215, and W83216 - An additional hose weight (#W83247) may be necessary to balance the Zodiac Pool Cleaner head.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    ZODIAC ACCESSORIES PART ILLUSTRATION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1. W24000 Ladder Guard Always use on stainless steel in-pool ladders 2. W24100 Return Line Diverter Use when no other return inlet directional fittings exist. 3A. W90153 Retrofit Eyeball Return Line Diverter (for 1 1 /2" return inlet) Use to replace standard 3B.

  • Page 11: Care And Maintenance

    ZODIAC G4 CARE AND MAINTENANCE To maintain quality, performance and increase the lifespan of your Zodiac G4, please do the following: 1. Thoroughly clean the skimmer basket, pump basket and pool filter on a regular basis. Always disconnect the hose from the skimmer before backwashing.
  • Page 12 ZODIAC G4 PARTS DIAGRAM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. W83262 Hull W83261 Sail W83268 Buoy W83264 Cleat W83325 G4 Cassette Assembly Complete W69698 Long Life Diaphragm W81600 Retaining Ring W56525 Inner Ext. Pipe - Natural W83276 Cassette Chambers Upper and Lower W74000 Compression Ring W83271...

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