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Contents

Components checklist

Assembling your VTX-7

Installing the VTX-7 in your pool

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Fine-tuning your VTX-7

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Authorised Kreepy Krauly Accessories

14 Troubleshooting

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Looking after your VTX-7

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What should I expect from my VTX-7?

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Warranty information

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Summary of Contents for VTX-7

Page 1: ...P R OUDLY AUST R A L I A N D E S I G N ED A ND MAD E VTX 7 OWNER S MANUAL SOC33548 VTX 7 instructions_Art4 indd 1 29 09 2015 2 56 pm...

Page 2: ...ong and this guide will walk you through assembly and installation step by step This booklet should answer all your questions However if you need a little extra help feel free to call our Customer Ser...

Page 3: ...alling the VTX 7 in your pool 11 Fine tuning your VTX 7 13 Authorised Kreepy Krauly Accessories 14 Troubleshooting 18 Looking after your VTX 7 20 What should I expect from my VTX 7 21 Warranty informa...

Page 4: ...ose protector sleeve Retaining collar Smart Skim Smart Skim adaptors Anti vortex washer Auto Skim valves Vacuum plate Vent valve Auto Skim Upgrade to replace Smart Skim used with most vacuum plates us...

Page 5: ...unit Dive float assembly Serial number Swivel head assembly Pilot weight assembly Bumper strap Main body Steering adjuster float bar Silicon seal Sole Scoop SOC33548 VTX 7 instructions_Art4 indd 3 29...

Page 6: ...secured correctly at the back of the main body the straps should overlap Attach the Silicon Seal Slide the seal onto the groove at the bottom of the main assembly body so it s able to rotate freely A...

Page 7: ...it is fitted all the way around Install the Steering Adjuster Float Bar Fit the steering adjuster float bar into the top bridge of the dive float assembly For adjustment hints see page 12 STEP 3 5 ST...

Page 8: ...If your pool is clean balanced and algae free you re ready to get started a First clean the skimmer and pump basket b Check the water level c Brush down the sides of your pool d Next make sure the re...

Page 9: ...ng in the new Vacuum Plate Attach the Anti Vortex Washer over the valve inlet Place the entire unit in the skimmer box TIP Depending on the Vacuum Plate your pool uses you may have to use a different...

Page 10: ...ur skimmer box to the far corner of your pool plus around 1 5 metres extra this will optimise the coverage of your VTX 7 Attach the 3 Hose Weights Starting at the end that connects to the VTX 7 slide...

Page 11: ...7 Submerge the VTX 7 in your pool to expel all air rotate to help remove trapped air Now connect the weighted end of the submerged hose to the swivel head assembly of the VTX 7 STEP 5 NOTE Do not use...

Page 12: ...the protector sleeve in place to protect the hose from wear where it is in contact with the pool edge or skimmer box door Turn on the pump Your VTX 7 should now be up and running You should hear a ge...

Page 13: ...ards the swivel head assembly To test if it is sitting correctly turn off the pump tow the VTX 7 into 1 2 metres of water and observe how it sits when it settles to the bottom Adjust the second weight...

Page 14: ...juster Float Bar comes as standard clips into the bridge in 4 different positions to adjust the angle and balance of your VTX 7 Extended Float Bar optional fits to either the top or bottom bridge to a...

Page 15: ...Plate Clamp Holds down the vacuum plate when the pool pump is off Expanding Plug Used to block off selected skimmer box pool drain inlets Step Deflector Prevents VTX 7 from becoming trapped in tight...

Page 16: ...blockage in the main body of your VTX 7 see page 19 VTX 7 travels too slowly or doesn t pulsate If the filter is blocked backwash or clean it thoroughly If the flow valve at the bottom of your VTX 7 i...

Page 17: ...e pool for a few hours on a hot day above 28 C If the weather is cooler lay the hose out straight and fill it with warm 50 60 C not boiling water Roll the water backwards and forwards until the hose w...

Page 18: ...n the main drain Fit a main drain cover over the grille VTX 7 keeps wedging itself on the steps Attach a Step Deflector bumper available from your pool shop Or shorten the pool hose slightly so the VT...

Page 19: ...y drawing in air Check that the Auto Skim valve or Smart Skim valve is installed correctly see page 7 Check that there are no large leaves blocking the skim valve and creating excess vacuum Check the...

Page 20: ...uction seal scrubbing sole and bumper for wear and tear If they need replacing see your pool shop Looking after your VTX 7 18 TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR HOSE Never stretch or lift the hose while it is full...

Page 21: ...ons please call our Customer Service department on 1800 777 255 or talk to your pool shop pro 19 a Remove the sole and then silicon seal b Remove the baffle plate by firmly pressing the plastic side t...

Page 22: ...X 7 will clean your pool daily with your normal filter cycle by gently Skimming Scrubbing and Vortex Vacuuming your pool surface Its oversized scoop in combination with Smart Skim will ensure leaves a...

Page 23: ...ctly The use of non genuine parts and over chlorinating your pool may void your warranty impair your VTX 7 s performance or result in colour fade Activating Your VTX 7 Warranty To activate your 2 year...

Page 24: ...777255 Monday to Friday 9am 5pm in your local area Alternatively contact your local pool shop professional www kreepykrauly com au We reserve the right to revise change or modify VTX 7 without incurri...

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