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Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing a ZODIAC G4™. It is through customers such as you that our position as worldwide market leader in pool care remains unchallenged. Our renowned, patented BARACUDA technology is still unbeaten for innovation ® and design, reliability and efficiency.
INDEX Page No. SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION Step One Preparing your pool and filtration system Step Two Assembling your ZODIAC G4™ Step Three Assembling the Hoses SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS Adjustment Suggestions: Auto Weir Valve Correct Balancing Pool Coverage SECTION 3 –...
STEP 1: Preparing your pool and filtration system IMPORTANT The filtration system must be operating at its MAXIMUM WATER FLOW before you install your ZODIAC G4™, otherwise you will have to re-adjust your ZODIAC G4™ after cleaning the pool filter.
(See Diagram 3 and 4). To ensure the best Weir performance from your Diagram 3: Ideal Hose length ZODIAC G4™, please ensure only genuine ZODIAC long life hoses are used. 2. Attach your ZODIAC G4™ to the male end (smaller side) of the assembled hose.
ZODIAC Auto Weir Valve is preset at the factory to obtain maximum pool cleaning efficiency.Your ZODIAC G4 ™ is preset on setting 3. However, if you do experience difficulties, it can be manually adjusted to one of the three settings (high, medium or low).
Proper balancing must be accomplished in the DEEPEST area of the pool. The ™ buoyancy of the hose tends to LIFT the ZODIAC G4 especially in deeper water. The hose weight is utilized to help neutralise the buoyant effect of the hose.
The Quick Release Cassette System also allows you to reset the diaphragm which may also resolve performance problems such as: running and stopping, coverage ™ problems and/or your ZODIAC G4 not climbing the pool walls. STEP 1: Procedure to Remove Diaphragm ™...
SECTION 3 – QUICK RELEASE CASSETTE SYSTEM STEP 2: Removal of Diaphragm Grasp the extension pipe in one hand and unscrew the cassette ± 2 TURNS anti- clockwise (Figure 3). FIGURE 3 Grasp the rim of the diaphragm and pull the diaphragm assembly out of the cassette (Figure 4).
SECTION 3 – QUICK RELEASE CASSETTE SYSTEM Remove the diaphragm from the inner extension pipe (Figure 5), leaving the retaining ring on the diaphragm. FIGURE 5 STEP 3: Examination Inspect the diaphragm for a blockage or any damage. Even small holes will compromise its operation.
(Figure 8).This may resolve performance-related problems such as: running and stopping, coverage problems ™ and/or your ZODIAC G4 not climbing walls. Hold the cassette and tighten the extension pipe by turning it clockwise (Figure 9). Do not overtighten.
CASSETTE SYSTEM FIGURE 9 STEP 6: Cassette Reassembly Re-insert the assembled cassette unit into the ZODIAC G4™ body (Figure 10) and tighten the cassette swivel nut ± 3 TURNS clockwise until handnut is flush with the bumper fin (Figure 11).
Section 3 – Quick Release Cassette System. ™ 5. To maintain optimum performance from your ZODIAC G4 , we recommend that your cassette diaphragm is reset when required.
SECTION 5 – PROBLEM SOLVING PROBLEMS CHECKS SOLUTIONS ™ Your ZODIAC G4 Is the filter clean? Backwash and rinse the filter works slowly, runs then thoroughly. stops, or not at all. Are the baskets clean? Remove baskets, clean thoroughly (Baskets must be in good condition).
SECTION 7 – OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 1.WEIR ADAPTOR Fits suction inlets from 40 to 60 mm. 2. WEIR COMBINATIONS Auto weir valve and weir elbows illustrating some of the different combinations that can be used. 3. AIM FLOW DIVERTER To allow pool cleaner to clean close to return flow.
Briefly describe the problem. (Send a photocopy and retain this page for future use.) Mail to: Zodiac Pool Care South Africa (Pty) Ltd, Private Bag X127, Halfway House 1685, or Fax to: (011) 314-5225 Your Name Tel.
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ZODIAC, MASTERING THE ELEMENTS. Renowned worldwide for the quality and reliability of its products in the aeronautical and marine sectors, Zodiac has now brought its expertise to swimming pools, to bring you a full range of automatic pool cleaners and water treatment systems. Backed by Baracuda technology, expertise and experience, Zodiac brings you the reassurance of top quality equipment in terms of both design and performance.