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When the control box is powered on with the fl oating 

cable attached, the operating time for the current 

selected cycle is displayed. 

The robotic cleaner includes a safety feature that 

automatically stops the cleaner if it is powered on but 

not submerged in water. For pools equipped with a 

beach area, this safety feature is programmed to drive 

the cleaner in reverse and back into the pool when the 

impeller is out of the water.

4.1  Submerging the Cleaner

1. 

Submerge the cleaner in the pool and remove 

any air trapped inside by keeping the unit 

vertical (Figure 15).

1

Figure 15.  Submerge the Cleaner Vertically

2. 

Ensure the unit sinks to the bottom of the pool 

and does not fl oat (Figure 16).

2

Figure 16.  Cleaner Sinking to the Bottom of the 

Pool

3. 

Spread out the fl oating cable over the pool, 

ensuring there are no kinks or coils in the cable.

NOTE:

  For optimal patterning and reduced 

tangling, the fl oating cable should enter the 

water near the middle of the pool length. Only 

place enough cable in the water to reach the 
farthest point in the pool (see Figure 17).

Figure 17.  Setup for Optimal Patterning

Max 

Floating Cable

Length

caddy / 

control unit

cleaner

cleaner

Recommended 

entry point 

Not 

Recommended

WARNING: 

 Do not use 

an extension cord

  

 

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Summary of Contents for VORTEX-PRO EC15 Series

Page 1: ...sed and qualified 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 p...

Page 2: ...enance 16 6 1 Cleaning the Filter Canister 16 6 2 Cord Tangling 17 6 3 Replacing the Brushes 18 6 4 Replacing the Tyres 19 Section 7 Troubleshooting 21 7 1 Using the Information LED for Troubleshootin...

Page 3: ...ord so as to prevent it from being damaged by lawn mowers hedge trimmers and other equipment To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use the robotic cleaner or control box if the cord is worn or...

Page 4: ...Filtration All purpose filter canister Cycle lengths Variable programming for cleaning floor walls and waterline From 1 5 3 0 hours Filter Canister 200 microns The cleaner is a double insulated produ...

Page 5: ...erside of the base Figure 3 Connect Metal Frame to Base Unit 4 Slide the handnut over the tube and twist to tighten onto base unit Figure 4 Figure 4 Twist Handnut to Secure Frame 5 Snap two 2 support...

Page 6: ...8 Align cleaner hook pins with the top holes in the handle tube and snap into place Figure 7 Figure 7 Snap Cleaner Hook into Place 9 VX55 4WD only Locate pin on the remote control holder and align it...

Page 7: ...extension cord to connect the control box Do not allow anyone to swim while the cleaner is in the pool The control box is water resistant not waterproof In order to prevent electrocution never submerg...

Page 8: ...WD models where caddy is not included in the pack store the cleaner out of direct sunlight or inclement weather Store the control box on the base as shown in Figure 12 Never lift the cleaner out of th...

Page 9: ...g the unit vertical Figure 15 1 Figure 15 Submerge the Cleaner Vertically 2 Ensure the unit sinks to the bottom of the pool and does not float Figure 16 2 Figure 16 Cleaner Sinking to the Bottom of th...

Page 10: ...gram Cleaning Cycles Set Time Navigate Day Hour Remove Cleaner from Pool Start Stop Cleaner Operation Cancel Programming Validate Time Setting Selection Select Cleaning Surface Floor Floor and Walls D...

Page 11: ...The screen displays the time remaining for the selected cycle For example 0 44 on the display indicates that cleaning will be completed in 44 minutes NOTE The control box automatically switches to sta...

Page 12: ...ess 2 When the cleaner is within arm s reach use the handle to remove from the water Figures 21 22 Never lift the cleaner out of the pool by the floating cable 1 2 Figure 21 Remove Cleaner From Pool w...

Page 13: ...l mode 4 9 Storing the Cleaner The cleaner must be cleaned regularly using slightly soapy clean water Do not use solvents such as acetone or its equivalent Rinse the cleaner generously using clean wat...

Page 14: ...days and display desired day 3 Press to select Current hour setting flashes 4 Press or buttons to cycle through 24 hours and display desired hour setting NOTE Control box is set to display time in 24...

Page 15: ...shes all zeros the time has not been set new cleaner Day and time must be set before you can program cleaning times see section 5 2 Changing the Clock Day and Time 4 Press or buttons to cycle through...

Page 16: ...the power source before performing any cleaning and maintenance 6 1 Cleaning the Filter Canister The filter canister should be cleaned at the end of each cycle 1 Make sure the control box cable is di...

Page 17: ...hose as shown in Figure 31 Figure 31 Wash Filter Canister 7 6 2 Cord Tangling Tangling can occur more frequently when operating the cleaner on the automatic timer 7 Day Programmed Cycle VX45 4WD VX50...

Page 18: ...the brushes Figure 32 To maintain cleaner performance at its best you need to replace the brushes as soon as one of the wear indicators is reached even if the blade wear is not even It is recommended...

Page 19: ...se scissors to cut the tabs at the guides as shown in Figure 37 Figure 37 Cut Tabs 6 Repeat this procedure to replace the second brush matt 6 4 Replacing the Tyres 1 Pull on the inside of the old tyre...

Page 20: ...on One Side of the Tyre 5 Work the tyre onto the wheel and verify the rib of the tyre is positioned properly within the groove of the wheel Figure 42 3 Figure 42 Work the Tyre On Around the Wheel 6 Pu...

Page 21: ...Clean the filter Start a new cleaning cycle If the problem persists contact Zodiac After Sales Support at 1300 763 021 7 2 Viewing Cleaner Status Information for Troubleshooting VX45 4WD VX50 4WD and...

Page 22: ...des become slippery and prevent the cleaner from climbing Check tyres for wear and replace as necessary Do a shock chlorination treatment DO NOT leave the cleaner in the pool during this treatment On...

Page 23: ...turning wheel in the opposite direction until rotation is smooth If problem is not resolved through troubleshooting contact Zodiac After Sales Support at 1300 763 021 4 Pump motor overconsumption Che...

Page 24: ...238 Wetherill Park NSW 2164 Australia 1300 763 021 www zodiac com au Section 9 Conformity The manufacturer reserves the right to modify these specifications without notice Although the robotic pool cl...

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