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Instruction Manual

New Age Technology

For All Pool Surfaces

WARNING! In terms of Section 2 of the Import and

Export Control Act of 1989 (Act 45 of 1983), it is illegal to

export automatic pool cleaners and parts thereof. Section 4

of the Act provides that anyone convicted of exporting auto-

matic pool cleaners and parts thereof may be sentenced to a

10 (ten) year term of imprisonment and a fine of 

R40 000 (forty thousand Rand).

Copyright Reserved © 2002

Summary of Contents for Genius 3000

Page 1: ...of the Import and Export Control Act of 1989 Act 45 of 1983 it is illegal to export automatic pool cleaners and parts thereof Section 4 of the Act provides that anyone convicted of exporting auto matic pool cleaners and parts thereof may be sentenced to a 10 ten year term of imprisonment and a fine of R40 000 forty thousand Rand Copyright Reserved 2002 ...

Page 2: ... a normal filtration cycle excluding steps and martini seats In the event of requiring under warranty repairs please take your BARACUDA GENIUS 3000 to your closest Pool Shop or alternatively please phone our Customer Care Hotline 0800 110 885 and we will direct you to the BARACUDA warranty agent nearest to you IT S EASY TO INSTALL JUST READ THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL CAREFULLY THE CONTENTS OFY...

Page 3: ... 3 QUICK RELEASE CASSETTE SYSTEM Cassette Mechanism Explanation 6 Step One Procedure to Remove Diaphragm 6 Step Two Removal of Diaphragm 7 Step Three Examination 8 Step Four Diaphragm Assembly 8 Step Five Resetting the Diaphragm 9 Step Six Cassette Reassembly 10 SECTION 4 HOW TO KEEPYOUR BARACUDA GENIUS 3000 HAPPY 11 SECTION 5 PROBLEM SOLVING 12 13 SECTION 6 PARTS IDENTIFICATION Exploded Diagram B...

Page 4: ... you DO NOT see a circular water flow or waves on the surface of your pool STEP 2 Assembling the disc to your Genius 3000 A A B B A B C Diagram 1 1 Viewed from underneath the unit the fins on the Disc should point downwards and the words Baracuda and the Zodiac logo should not be visible 2 Beginning at one corner of the flat front section of the FlexiFoot stretch the Disc around to the other corne...

Page 5: ...ormance from your BARACUDA GENIUS 3000 please ensure only genuine BARACUDA long life hoses are used Diagram 4 Ideal Hose length Weir 2 Attach your BARACUDA GENIUS 3000 to the male end smaller side of the assembled hose 3 Fit the Hose Protection Mesh over the cuff of the hose to help prevent the hose from wearing at the weir Position the protection mesh so that 10 cm is exposed outside the weir 4 B...

Page 6: ...00 pool cleaner is performing too fast and or climbing above the level of the water Reduce Auto Weir Valve to medium or low setting The Baracuda Genius 3000 pool cleaner is performing slowly and or is not climbing the pool walls Increase Auto Weir Valve to medium or high setting The Baracuda Auto WeirValve is preset at the factory to obtain maximum pool cleaning efficiency Your Baracuda Genius is ...

Page 7: ...y a hose weight at no charge POOL COVERAGE Normally it is undesirable for the return line water flow to affect the natural movement of your BARACUDA hose However the return line pressure can be used to balance cleaning coverage or to guide the cleaner away from steps and corners A return line located anywhere along the shaded area can be utilised to gently push the hose allowing your BARACUDA GENI...

Page 8: ...ick Release Cassette System allows you the opportunity to remove the blockage or check the diaphragm for damage in seconds at the poolside The Quick Release Cassette System also allows you to reset the diaphragm which may also resolve performance problems such as running and stopping coverage problems and or your Baracuda Genius 3000 not climbing the pool walls STEP 1 Procedure to Remove Diaphragm...

Page 9: ...TEM STEP 2 Removal of Diaphragm Grasp the extension pipe in one hand and unscrew the cassette 2 TURNS anti clockwise Figure 3 Grasp the rim of the diaphragm and pull the diaphragm assembly out of the cassette Figure 4 FIGURE 4 7 FIGURE 3 ...

Page 10: ...lace it If there is a blockage carefully remove it If this can t be done a garden hose may be used to flush the obstacle through Do not use any sharp objects to probe or push an obstruction as this may damage the diaphragm STEP 4 Diaphragm Assembly Prior to re installing the diaphragm rinse the diaphragm and the inner extension pipe thoroughly to remove any grit Attach the diaphragm to the inner e...

Page 11: ...body STEP 5 Resetting the Diaphragm If the gap of the throat diaphragm is excessive more than 5mm yet the diaphragm is not torn or damaged it can be reset by leaving one ridge on the diaphragm exposed from the cassette body Figure 8 This may resolve performance related problems such as running and stopping coverage problems and or your BARACUDA GENIUS 3000 not climbing walls FIGURE 8 FIGURE 7 9 ...

Page 12: ...rning it clockwise Figure 9 Do not overtighten STEP 6 Cassette Reassembly Re insert the assembled cassette unit into the BARACUDA GENIUS 3000 body Figure 10 and tighten the cassette swivel nut 3 TURNS clockwise until handnut is flush with the bumper fin Figure 11 FIGURE 9 FIGURE 10 FIGURE 11 10 ...

Page 13: ...y and easily by following the simple instructions laid out for diaphragm maintenance under Section 3 Quick Release Cassette System 5 To maintain optimum performance from your BARACUDA GENIUS 3000 we recommend that your cassette diaphragm is reset when required See Section 3 Quick Release Cassette System page 9 step 5 IMPORTANT Sunlight ultraviolet rays water and swimming pool chemicals can take th...

Page 14: ... 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 WeirValve Check lev...

Page 15: ...ll up coil hoses The BARACUDA Is there too much Check that the Auto Weir GENIUS 3000 climbs suction Valve is not blocked by above the water level leaves and preventing the water from flowing through the Auto Weir Valve Adjust Auto Weir Valve setting Refer to correct settings page 4 The BARACUDA Is there sufficient suction Make sure the filter is clean GENIUS 3000 does not climb the walls easily Ad...

Page 16: ... Float 7 Weight 8 Extension Pipe with Hand nut 9 Compression Ring 10 Cassette Diaphragm Chamber 11 Inner Extension Pipe 12 Retaining Ring 13 Long Life Cassette Diaphragm 14 Finned Fluted Disc SECTION 6 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 13 11 12 14 EXPLODED DIAGRAM GENIUS 3000 14 ...

Page 17: ...ch collects all leaves seeds twigs and grit before they reach the weir Connects in line with the hoses 4 WHEEL DEFLECTOR KIT If unit sticks in difficult corners eg steps 1 WEIR ADAPTOR Fits suction inlets from 40 to 60 mm 2 WEIR COMBINATIONS Auto weir valve and weir elbows illustrating some of the different combinations that can be used 2 3 2 3 2 3 ...

Page 18: ...16 NOTES SECTION 8 ATYOUR SERVICE ...

Page 19: ...stairs ladders spas waterfalls etc or other significant features Briefly describe the problem Send a photocopy and retain this page for future use Mail to Baracuda South Africa Private Bag X127 Halfway House 1685 or Fax to 011 314 5225 Your Name Tel No Postal Address Code Serial No Purchased from Purchase Date Pool Surface Tick one Plaster Vinyl Fibreglass Other Pool Size L Pump Size Type of Filte...

Page 20: ...of the Import and Export Control Act of 1989 Act 45 of 1983 it is illegal to export automatic pool cleaners and parts thereof Section 4 of the Act provides that anyone convicted of exporting auto matic pool cleaners and parts thereof may be sentenced to a 10 ten year term of imprisonment and a fine of R40 000 forty thousand Rand Copyright Reserved 2002 ...

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