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SECTION 5 – PROBLEM SOLVING
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PROBLEMS
CHECKS
SOLUTIONS
The BARACUDA
®
Is the filter clean?
Backwash and rinse the filter
GENIUS
®
3000 works
thoroughly.
slowly, runs then stops,
or not at all.
Are the baskets clean?
Remove baskets, clean
thoroughly (Baskets must be
in good condition).
Is the vacuum lid sitting
Remove and re-install.
flush in the weir?
Is vacuum lid damaged?
Replace vacuum lid.
Is the Auto Weir Valve
Make sure that the
and the hose secure?
connections are sealed.
Is the Diaphragm
Refer Section 3
operational or does it
(Quick Release Cassette
need adjusting?
System page 6-10).
The BARACUDA
®
Is there a leak in the
Possible problem areas:
GENIUS
®
3000 is
system?
• Possible leak at pump lid.
working slowly and air
• Check the pump lid o-ring.
bubbles are noticable at
• Possible leak in the hose.
the return jet.
Is the Auto Weir Valve
Check level of water.
below water level?
The BARACUDA
®
Use the return flow jet to
GENIUS
®
3000 is
push hose away from steps.
sticking in corners or
(Refer to “Pool Coverage”
at the steps.
page 5).
Check hose length
Shorten the hose so that it
(Refer Section1 page 3).
does not reach the steps.
Install a wheel deflector kit.