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  • Page 1 ™ INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Thank you for buying a BARACUDA ® PACER. It is thanks to you that we have become a worldwide market leader. Your BARACUDA ® PACER features a lightweight, streamlined counterweight assembly which improves speed and manoeuvrability. • Your BARACUDA PACER has no moving parts to jam, wear, or come adrift.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INDEX Page No. SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION Step One Preparing your pool and filtration system Step Two Assembling your BARACUDA ® PACER Step Three Assembling the Hoses SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS Adjustment Suggestions: Auto Weir Valve Correct Balancing Pool Coverage SECTION 3 –...
  • Page 4: Section 1 - Installation

    SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION STEP 1: Preparing your pool and filtration system IMPORTANT To ensure the best performance from your BARACUDA ® PACER, the filtration system must be operating at its MAXIMUM WATER FLOW before installation. Installation is easy if you follow these simple preliminary steps: 1.
  • Page 5: Assembling The Hoses

    SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION STEP 3: Assembling the Hoses 1. Always insert the male hose cuff into the female cuff. Hoses must connect fairly tightly. The ideal length of hose is from the weir to the furthest point of the pool plus one extra section of hose.
  • Page 6: Section 2 - Correct Settings

    SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS ADJUSTMENT SUGGESTIONS AUTO WEIR VALVE The Baracuda Auto Weir Valve is preset at the factory to obtain ® maximum pool cleaning efficiency.Your Baracuda Pacer is preset on ® setting 1. However, if you do experience difficulties, it can be manually adjusted to one of the three settings (high, medium or low).You will only need to adjust the Auto Weir Valve if the following occurs: PROBLEM...
  • Page 7: Correct Balancing

    SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS CORRECT BALANCING proper balancing must be accomplished in the DEEPEST area of the pool.The buoyancy of the hose tends to LIFT the BARACUDA PACER™ especially in ® deeper water. The hose weight is provided to help neutralise the buoyant effect of the hose.
  • Page 8: Section 3 - Removal & Re-Fitting

    SECTION 3 – REMOVAL AND REFITTING OF DIAPHRAGM ADJUSTABLE INNER BODY (A.I.B.) SECT The technologically advanced AIB incorporated ® into your new BARACUDA PACER makes it quick and simple for you to: • remove debris from the throat of the diaphragm and inner extension pipe •...
  • Page 9: Procedure To Refit/Reset Diaphragm

    SECTION 3 – REMOVAL AND REFITTING OF DIAPHRAGM CTION 3 10.c 10.b 10.a Step 2: Procedure to refit diaphragm. Slide the inner extension pipe with the diaphragm into the suction hole until the diaphragm fits snugly into the groove provided (Diagram10.a). Make sure the diaphragm is vertical and that the gap of the throat is not excessive.
  • Page 10: Section 4 - How To Keep Your Baracuda

    SECTION 4 – HOW TO KEEP YOUR BARACUDA ® PACER™ HAPPY However good an automatic pool cleaner is, remember that it was developed to assist you with the maintenance of your swimming pool. From time to time it will need a little assistance from you. Here’s what you can do to help: 1.
  • Page 11: Section 5 - Trouble Shooting

    BARACUDA ® PACER should be returned for checking. Is the outer extension Return to your nearest pipe swivelling freely? BARACUDA ® PACER Dealer for checking. Toll-free customer care hotline 0800 110 885 www.zodiac.co.za...
  • Page 12 Use the return flow jet to push hose away from steps. (Refer to “Pool Coverage” page 5). Check hose length Shorten the hose so that it (Refer Section 1 page 3) does not reach the steps. Toll-free customer care hotline 0800 110 885 www.zodiac.co.za...
  • Page 13: Section 6 - Optional Accessories

    SECTION 6 – 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.
  • Page 14: Section 7 - Parts Identification

    SECTION 7 – PARTS IDENTIFICATION DESCRIPTION 1. Compression Ring 2. Inner Body 3. Flexi-foot 4. Disc 5. Inner Extension Pipe 6. Diaphragm Retaining Ring 7. Diaphragm 8. Outer Extension Pipe with Hand-nut 9. Deflector Wheel 10. Main Body 10a. Float 10b.
  • Page 15: Section 8 - At Your Service

    (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.
  • Page 16 Toll-free customer care hotline 0800 110 885 www.zodiac.co.za WARNING! In terms of Section 2 of the Import and Export Control Act of 1989 (Act 45 of 1983), it is illegal to export automatic pool cleaners and parts thereof. Section 4 of the Act provides that anyone...

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