Kreepy krauly pool-cleaning system User Manual page 10

In most pools, the automatic regulator valve supplies Kreepy Krauly with the proper amount of
water flow. However, if used with an especially powerful pool pump, the valve can be overpowered.
• To slow Kreepy Krauly down, a manual bypass valve (Part #K12094) accessory is available for
purchase from your Kreepy Krauly dealer. This manual bypass can be adjusted to achieve the
recommended cleaner speed of 8 to 12 feet per minute. NOTE: The manual bypass can only
be used with a Standard Installation. The manual bypass cannot be used with a Vacuum
Line Installation. See your Kreepy Krauly dealer for more information.
• To decrease the speed of Kreepy Krauly, simply
remove the in-line valve cone from the bottom of the
automatic regulator valve and replace it with the
manual bypass as shown in Figure 17.
• Press the automatic regulator valve into the threaded
compression adapter (or 2" hose cone if required). The
end of the valve that is marked "attach hose this end"
must point up.
• Place Kreepy Krauly into the pool and allow it to sink
to the floor. Continue to feed the hose down vertically
into the pool until it is completely filled with water and
purged of air.
• Insert the hose through the skimmer opening and push
it onto the automatic regulator valve, as shown in
Figure 11 on page 7.
• Slide the hose protector into position on the hose
to prevent the hose body from rubbing against the
skimmer opening, as shown in Figure 11.
• Adjust the manual bypass while the Kreepy Krauly
is running. Place your hand into the skimmer and
turn the bypass adjuster one click at a time until the
desired speed of 8-12 feet per minute is reached.
See Figure 18.
If Kreepy Krauly pulls air from, or remains at, the
water surface.
• Check to ensure the dive float mechanism is operating
freely and the dive float restrictor is installed. (See
page 5 for how to install dive float restrictor.)
• Check the automatic regulator valve for its proper
installation and ensure it is not clogged
with debris.
• Make sure the water level is at least 3 inches below the pool deck.
• Check to ensure your Kreepy Krauly is operating at the proper speed of between 8 and 12
feet per minute.
Figure 17
Press on
Figure 18
Automatic Regulator Valve with
Manual Bypass
Manual Bypass
Fully Closed
12
Automatic
Regulator
Valve
Pull off
Manual
In-Line
Bypass
Valve Cone
Manual Bypass
Fully Open