Cycling on and off with the pool filtration system, the Wahoo moves randomly around the pool,
vacuuming and cleaning the pool floor as it goes. The cleaner is not designed to climb the pool walls.
As water flows through the cleaner, dirt and debris are pulled directly into the filtration system.
To maintain cleaner performance:
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Thoroughly clean the skimmer basket, pump basket and filter regularly.
Always disconnect the
cleaner before backwashing. Run the filtration system for at least five minutes before re-connecting.
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Always remove the cleaner from the pool before super chlorinating or adding pool chemicals. Wait at
least four hours before re-connecting the cleaner.
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Never coil the hose. Straighten a coiled hose with warm water or by laying it in the sun for a day.
A kinked or coiled hose will adversely effect the cleaner’s coverage of the pool.
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When not in the pool, keep the disc flat to avoid warping.
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Periodically inspect cleaner parts for wear.
Clearing the Diaphragm
A quick access system allows easy access
to inspect and clear the diaphragm.
To remove:
1. Turn handnut counter-clockwise to loosen
the outer extension pipe. Remove the pipe.
2.. Turn the cleaner over. Grasping the diaphragm
flange, pull out the diaphragm and inner pipe.
3. Pull off the diaphragm.
Inspect it for debris or wear, and rinse it
thoroughly with water. Replace if necessary.
To install:
1. Verify that the retaining ring is on the diaphragm.
2. Push diaphragm onto inner pipe.
3. Aligning the flange of the diaphragm with the slot in
the cleaner body, push the diaphragm assembly into
the cleaner until it is flush against the inlet plate.
4. Reinstall outer extension pipe and secure handnut.
Do not over tighten.
Storage and Winterizing
Never coil the hose. Always store the cleaner out of direct sunlight. When storing for the winter, drain all
water from the cleaner. Remove all connectors and adapters from the skimmer. Store disc flat, and hose
sections disconnected, drained and straight.
Operation and Maintenance
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Diaphragm
Inner Pipe
Retaining
Ring
Flange
Diaphragm
Troubleshooting
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If you experience a problem with your Wahoo, please follow the troubleshooting steps below to restore
performance. If further assistance is required, contact Zodiac Customer Service. Please have your serial
number and date of purchase available when you call.
Problem
Solution
Cleaner does not move or moves slowly.
Note: In water 60° F (16° C) or less, it may be necessary
to increase flow to compensate for the reduced flexibility
of the hose and diaphragm.
• Ensure FlowKeeper Valve is installed with arrow
pointing down towards skimmer pipe.
• Adjust FlowKeeper Valve to increase flow to cleaner.
• Clean baskets and filter.
• Check diaphragm for damage or wear.
• If the pool has multiple skimmers, verify that the
skimmer not connected to the cleaner is closed.
• Check for air in system. If water level in pump basket
drops or you see excessive air bubbles in the pump
basket or coming from the return lines, there is air in the
system. Check hose connections, tighten all fittings at
pump and check gasket in pump basket for wear.
Cleaner patterns, does not cover entire pool. • Adjust FlowKeeper Valve to increase flow to cleaner.
• Ensure return fittings are directed down. Add a
return diverter if necessary.
• Make sure hose is not kinked or coiled. Lay in sun to
straighten if necessary.
• Confirm proper hose length.
Cleaner gets stuck at steps.
• Confirm proper hose length. Shorten if necessary.
• Lower the FlowKeeper Valve setting to reduce
flow to the cleaner.
• Order larger (16") wheel deflector, part #46155.
Cleaner moves extremely fast or climbs walls. • Lower the FlowKeeper Valve setting to reduce
flow to the cleaner.
• Open a second skimmer if there is more than one.
