STEP 4: SET GATOR ADJUSTMENTS
The GUAGE will register an a, b, c, or d reading. An
a reading shows excellent suction and a d reading
very poor suction.
IMPORTANT:
A d reading shows an inadequate flow of water and
therefore a poorly functioning pump and filter system that needs to be
attended to before you can install your GATOR.
The TENSION PLATE
(part GA2) is set in the
factory to medium. It shouldn’t be necessary
to change this setting. However, should you
wish to experiment, the following is
applicable: A higher setting increases the
speed of your
pool cleaner, and decreases
a or b reading:
Assemble with SPACERS (part GA5)
c reading: Assemble floats without
SPACERS
Parts Identification
STEP 5: INSTALLATION
Separate your hose 2 sections from your automatic pool cleaner (3 for deep
pools). Take your GATOR and insert the end with the FLOW direction arrow
facing toward the weir.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
over the water surface, removing
surface debris as it moves along. Should
any problems be encountered, please
refer to the
“Troubleshooting”.
VERY IMPORTANT
: installing GATOR in the
wrong direction could cause
damage to your pump.
Allow the GATOR to fill with water by turning on its side, then allow it to
float level. Your GATOR is now fully installed! Switch the pool pump on. The
GATOR should start operating normally, and will begin floating randomly
STEP 5: INSTALLATION CONTINUED
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the volume of water entering GATOR. A Low setting will have the
opposite effect.
