Zodiac MX8 User Manual page 4

The valve regulates flow to ensure the pool pump and cleaner run properly. It is pre-set at the factory to
optimize the performance of the cleaner, but offers three settings to adjust the flow.
The lower the setting number, the lower the flow. To adjust, pull the handle and move setting up or down.
The red tab can be used to open the valve and stop the cleaner.
If the pool has more than one skimmer, connect the hose to the one closest to the pump.
The parts used to connect the hose, and the sequence in which
they are installed depends on the type of skimmer. Choose the
fitting combination that best suits the skimmer to complete the
connection.
1. Remove the skimmer basket.
2. Connect the Automatic Flow Adjustment Valve with the
valve cuff and the 45° Elbow. Then, connect this complete
assembly with the arrow pointing down towards the skimmer
pipe. Connect the assembly of hoses.
Test and Adjust for Proper Flow
Disconnect the cleaner head and attach the Flow Tester.
Keep the Flow Tester under water and have someone turn
on the pump.
Verify that the red indicator in the Flow Tester (viewed from the side) is at the Number 3 setting. All these
operations must be carried out under water so that the pump does not take in air.
If necessary, use the valves in the pool equipment area to adjust the flow.
• For skimmer connections on pools with one skimmer, flow is automatically regulated by the
Automatic Flow Adjustmentr™ Valve. The red indicator should be at the proper setting.
• For skimmer connections on pools with more than one skimmer, leave the valve for the skimmer
connected to the hose open and slowly close the other until the proper setting is reached.
• For dedicated suction line connections, leave the vacuum line open to the cleaner and slowly close
the skimmer line until the flow is at the proper setting.
If flow is in the low range (0-2):
• Check and clean the pool filter and baskets if necessary.
• Verify that valves controlling the suction lines are in the correct position.
If flow is in the high range (4-6):
• Verify that valves controlling the suction lines are in the correct position.
• Lower the flow setting on the Flow Adjustment Valve. The automatic flow adjustment valve is
pre-set in the factory to number 3, the most suitable position for European pools. For an optimal
performance from your cleaner, you could move the valve between first to third position.
45 Elbow
FlowKeeper
Valve
Valve Cuff
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