Operation
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Dedicated Suction Line/Vac Port/Vac Fitting
Some pools have a dedicated wall fitting just for vacu-
uming. If the wall fitting connection is used, you may
notice that the clear pump lid shows signs of bubbles or
what appears to be the presence of air. To eliminate this,
slightly open the main drain valve to supplement the
water intake. The cleaner may slow down a bit when
you change the suction.
Skimmer Connection
Some pool owners remove the skimmer basket and con-
nect the hose directly into the bottom of the skimmer.
This method is OK for pools with minimal debris
and also for screened in pools.
For pools that have large quantities of “big stuff” to pick
up, we suggest using the bottom of the skimmer connec-
tion in conjunction with an in-line leaf canister (purchase
the cannister locally). A leaf canister will provide more
debris-loading capacity and also provides a water by-
pass when the canister is full.
It is very important that the
pump not starve for water!
Skimmer Vac Plates
Some pool owners connect the hose to a skimmer vac
plate, which allows the skimmer basket to remain in the
skimmer. If this method is used, empty the basket fre-
quently. Also make sure that the vacuum regulator pro-
vided is completely submerged so that it will not suck air
and damage the pump.
Skimmer Vac Plate Vacuum Control Adjusters
Some pool owners use one of a variety of manufacturer’s
skimmer vac plates. Some have a vacuum control ad-
juster, and some do not. The adjuster could be a screw-
type, a spring loaded apparatus, or a dial design. For
those vac plates with adjusters, it is important to adjust
them when fine tuning the vacuum for the cleaner.
ABOUT THE CLEANER
AND ACCESSORIES:
Swivel Assembly (Figure 13)
Installing the swivel assembly is a snap.
Just insert it into the cleaner body and
give it a quarter turn.
If you attach a unidapt handle to the
swivel for manual vacuuming, be sure it
is the special, floating unidapt handle
provided with the cleaner (Replacement
Part No. AT5119). Use of a different unidapt handle will
hinder the cleaner’s performance.
Hoses (20’, 8’, and 4’ lengths –
Figure 14)
The unit includes a 20’ hose, an 8’
hose, and a 4’ hose. Do not cut any of
these hoses.
The best hose length is at least 4’ longer
than the distance from your suction
source (whether skimmer or dedicated
suction line) to the furthest point in the
pool. If the hose seems to be too long,
remove the 8’ section provided. Do not
cut the 20’ hose.
Be sure to connect the tapered end
of the 20’ hose (marked “connect to
cleaner”) to the cleaner head.
If additional hose is needed, use only the specially
designed 8’ extension hose from Flotec (order replace-
ment part No. AT5111). Use of another manufacturer’s
hose will hinder cleaner coverage (this also holds true for
the 20’ hose). If you need to replace the 20’ hose, buy
only the original equipment hose (order replacement part
No. AT5821).
Flow Gauge (Figure 15)
The flow gauge is inserted into
the hose before attaching the
hose to the cleaner. With the
pump running, the regulator is
adjusted until the indicator on
the flow gauge is between maxi-
mum and minimum flow.
Reducer Cone (Figure 16)
The reducer cone is required to make
most hose connections. When used, it will
keep the hose in place if the filter system
is stopped.
Automatic Vacuum Regulator (Figure 17)
Hazardous suction. Can cause entrapment
with severe personal injury or drowning.
Vacuum regulator should be
installed in all situations. If
the cleaner moves very slow-
ly or not at all (indicating low
vacuum in the system), see
Troubleshooting Guide,
Page 12.
For parts or assistance, call Flotec Customer Service at
1-800-365-6832
Figure 13
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20'
8'
4'
Figure 14
Figure 16
Disc Indicator
Figure 15
Cap
Adjustment
Knob
Figure 17
