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3. 

To automatically start the "Cycle II”, press the 

following button for more than three (3) 

seconds:

 

  + Cycle II 

4. 

The two (2) lights will flash once.

 

 

  

   

   

 

5. 

The robot will start automatically when it is  

powered on.

4.7  Cancelling an Automatic start

1. 

Connect the control unit to the receptacle.

2. 

Press the OFF button for more than six (6) 

seconds.

3. 

The two (2) lights will flash once

 

 

  

   

   

 

section 5.  Cleaning and 

Maintenance

 WARNING

To avoid electric shock and other hazards which 

could result in permanent injury or death, disconnect 

(unplug) the cleaner from the power source before 

performing any cleaning and maintenance.

5.1  Cleaning the Filter Canister

The filter canister should be cleaned at the end of each 

cycle.

1. 

Ensure that the control unit cable has been 

disconnected from the electrical outlet or that 

the floating cable has been disconnected from 

the control unit.

2. 

Remove the cleaner from the water and let 

the remaining water drain by maintaining the 

cleaner in the vertical position.

3. 

Set the unit on its wheels.

4. 

To remove the filter from the cleaner, follow the 

steps 5 through 8 (Figures 23 through 26).

5. 

Push the cover lock (1) and lift the cover (2) 

Remote control of the Vortex 4 is available using the 

hand held remote control unit. The remote control unit 

has four (4) buttons (Figure 22):

Figure 22. Remote Control

Rotate left

Forward

Reverse

Rotate Right

To turn the cleaner, you must hold down the rotate left 

or rotate right button.
When using the remote control unit, the two (2) lights on

the control unit   

   

   

 will flash alternately.

To return to automatic mode, either stop using the 

remote control unit buttons for a minimum of 45 

seconds or press Cycle I or Cycle II button on the 

control unit.

4.5  Enabling the Automatic start Mode 

(vortex 4 Only)

Automatic Start Mode allows the control unit to launch 

a preset 2.5 hour cleaning cycle, which is triggered by 

an external timer / programming clock.

When set in Automatic Start Mode, the Vortex 4 will run 

for 2.5 hours, whether the control unit is set to Cycle I 

or Cycle II. You may not change the running time when 

operating in this mode.

4.6  starting the Cycle with 

a Programming Clock (timer)

1. 

Connect the control unit to a time clock and turn 

on the time clock. 

2. 

To automatically start the  “Cycle I”, press the  

following button for more than three (3) 

seconds:

 

  + Cycle I 

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Zodiac

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 Vortex

 3, Vortex 4 Robotic Pool Cleaner    

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   Owner's Manual

Summary of Contents for Vortex 3

Page 1: ...fied in pool equipment by the jurisdiction in which the product will be installed where such state or local requirements exist In the event no such state or local requirement exists the maintainer mus...

Page 2: ...your invoice or a copy to this page Taking these steps will help ensure prompt warranty service should it be required If service is required please contact your original dealer If the original dealer...

Page 3: ...perating the Vortex 4 11 4 4 Remote Control Operation Vortex 4 Only 12 4 5 Enabling the Automatic Start Mode Vortex 4 Only 13 4 6 Starting the Cycle with a Programming Clock timer 13 4 7 Cancelling an...

Page 4: ...ea Per the United States National Electric Code NEC keep the power unit at least five 5 ft 1 5 m from the edge of the pool spa water and do not remove it from its caddy In Canada the Canadian Electric...

Page 5: ...ot responsible for and the Limited Warranty does not cover pattern removal abrasion or markings on vinyl liners CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION VORTEX 4 ONLY This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules...

Page 6: ...g material surrounding live parts or by using reinforced insulation Therefore devices having double insulated construction such as this cleaner do not utilize a grounded three prong cord plug Section...

Page 7: ...sing two 2 bolts and two 2 nuts and tighten with Torx wrench Refer to Figure 8 9 Figure 8 Secure the Hooks 2 Position the bottom power cable hook as shown in Figure 3 Place the cable hook plate opposi...

Page 8: ...caddy using four 4 screws as shown in Figure 10 Figure 10 Attaching the Support Blocks x4 9 The transport caddy is now ready to use as shown in Figure 11 Figure 11 Transport and Storage Caddy Assembl...

Page 9: ...t overtighten Refer to Figure 14 The control unit is equipped with an automatic shut off feature to prevent overheating if operated in direct sunlight for an extended period of time WARNING The contro...

Page 10: ...Figure 18 Cycle I Program Cycle II Program Completed in 1 5hours Completed in 2 5 hours Maximum coverage in minimal time Intensive and complete cleaning Thorough pool floor cleaning Thorough pool floo...

Page 11: ...will prevent damage to the cleaner Remove the cleaner from the pool after the cleaning cycle is completed and store on the caddy Never lift the cleaner out of the pool by the floating cable Always us...

Page 12: ...e the cleaning time by 30 minutes When the cleaner is powered on the Cycle and time will correspond to the cycle and the time that were active at the time it was last switched off 4 If you wish to sto...

Page 13: ...rough 26 5 Push the cover lock 1 and lift the cover 2 Remote control of the Vortex 4 is available using the hand held remote control unit The remote control unit has four 4 buttons Figure 22 Figure 22...

Page 14: ...filter canister then rinse the canister the filter support and the cleaner under water or using a hose Refer to Figure 27 Figure 27 Wash Filter Canister 7 5 2 Cleaning and Storing the Cleaner The cle...

Page 15: ...addy Refer to Figure 29 Figure 29 Roll Cleaner onto Place on the Caddy 2 5 3 Replacing the Brushes The cleaner is fitted with PVC brushes There are wear indicators on the brushes To maintain cleaner p...

Page 16: ...7 Figure 37 Tire Replacement Orientation 1 I N S I D E Towards Body I N S I D E I N S I D E 4 Push one side of the tire on to the wheel and fit the rib of the tire in the groove of the wheel as shown...

Page 17: ...on the Wheel Section 6 Replacement Parts The complete replacement parts list and exploded view is available on the Zodiac website at www zodiacpoolsystems ca Page 17 ENGLISH Zodiac Vortex 3 Vortex 4...

Page 18: ...nd prevent the cleaner from climbing Check tires for wear and replace as necessary Do a shock chlorination treatment and slightly reduce the pH DO NOT leave the cleaner in the pool during this treatme...

Page 19: ...tion The remote control does not work The batteries are dead and need to be replaced Replace the batteries in the remote control The remote control is not synchronized to the control unit Synchronizin...

Page 20: ...NOTES Page 20 ENGLISH Zodiac Vortex 3 Vortex 4 Robotic Pool Cleaner Owner s Manual...

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