Aqua EZ APC493 User manual

AQUA EZ-VAC
Diaphragm
Automatic Pool Cleaner
Not for use with
Splasher Pools.
Item# 215153 Model# APC493
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE
Should you have any problems or questions concerning your product
or replacement parts, please contact Aqua EZ’s Customer Service
Division toll free at 1-877-852-4264 or visit us at www.aquaez.com

Foot Skirt Body Deflector wheel Hose sections Suction test gauge Flow regulator Universal adapter Hose weight
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Diaphragm
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Inner pipe
Bushing
Slip washer
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“C”ring
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Aqua EZ EZ-Vac Automatic pool cleaner. The EZ-Vac is
designed and manufactured for easy installation, and years of carefree operation. Before installing the
cleaner, please take a few moments to become familiar with its components and to read over the
installation instructions. Do not return this product to the store. Should you have any problems or
questions concerning your product or replacement parts, please contact Aqua EZ’s Customer Service
Division toll free at 1-877-852-4264 or visit us at www.aquaez.com
Notice for Vinyl Liner Pools: Before installing your new EZ-Vac, examine the interior of your pool
carefully. If the vinyl liner is brittle or has stones, wrinkles, roots or metal corrosion in contact with the
underside of the liner, or has damage to the base material or supporting walls, DO NOT install the cleaner
before having a qualified professional perform the necessary repairs or liner replacement. Aqua EZ will not
be responsible for liner damage caused by cleaner which is in disrepair, pattern removal from vinyl liner, or
a cleaner used in a pool having an aged or deteriorated liner.

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Step 2: Snap the Deector Wheel #4, onto the Hose Section #5, with the curved ns of the deector facing up.
The Deector needs to be 4 inches from the bottom of the female end of the Hose #5.
For corner or end installations
If your skimmer or wall vacuum tting is located at the corner or end of your pool,
use enough hose sections to reach the farthest point in the pool, plus one (1) section.
Hose Assembly
After determining the amount of Hose Sections #5 needed, Connect all sections.
Make sure that this is done with the hose fully submerged under the water.
Angle the hose so that all air is removed from each hose section before you connect
them together.
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For center installations
If your skimmer or wall vacuum tting is located at the center of your pool, use
enough hose section to reach the farthest point in the pool, plus two (2) sections.
Step 1: Stretch the Skirt #2, over the Foot #1, by starting at the corner of the Foot #1. Rotate the skirt in a circular
direction while stretching the Skirt #2 over the Foot #1. Once you have completed a full circle the Skirt #2 should
now be resting freely in the skirt channel of the Foot #1.
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Step 3: Insert the assembled Body #3, into the female end of the Hose Section #5,
Step 4: Clip one Hose Weight #9, onto the Hose Section #5 about 1 foot above the Deector Wheel #4. The position
of this weight will be changed later to adjust the EZ-Vac’s vacuuming angle.

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Skimmer System Installation
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Dedicated Vac Line Installation
Before connecting vacuum to hose, check the current
suction from the pool’s filtration system. Connect the Suction
test gauge #6 to the end of a Flexible hose section #5 with
the gauge below water surface, Turn on pump and examine
gauge setting. Do Not place hand or anything in front of
gauge during this process. This exercise will determine flow
rate of existing pump and if any increase or decrease in water
suction is required. Pool cleaner will work best between level
3 to 6 on the gauge, use the Flow regulator #7 provided to
adjust the initial setting. After installation is completed,
additional adjustment to flow regulator can be made.
See Trouble Shooting Guide on last page.

Angle Adjustment
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Forward
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Backward
Replacing the diaphragm
Assembling the diaphragm
Important Don’ts
Don’t place any body part over
suction port when vacuum is on.
Don’t add chemicals to your pool
water while vacuum is in the water.
Don’t store your vacuum hose in a
coiled or twisted position. Separate
all hose section and store strait.
The EZ-Vac needs to be at a 45 Degree angle to the bottom of the deepest part of the pool to operate correctly.
To achieve the correct angle, slide the Hose Weight #9, up or down Flexible Hose #5, as illustrated in the above
diagram. In the case of deep pools you may need to add a second Hose Weight #9, to counteract excessive
buoyancy created by the hose. Only add the second Hose Weight #9 if necessary.
Push
Push

Trouble Shooting Guide
PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
Note: EZ-Vac wall climbing ability may be limited in some pools.
• Ensure the pool water is properly balanced. For example, High pH and/or lack of chlorine,
makes the walls very slippery
• Increase the suction using the flow regulator.
• Check balance of cleaner to make sure hose weights are in the correct position
• Decrease the suction using the flow regulator.
• Adjust the hose weight provided towards the cleaner head.
Cleaner does not move
or moves slowly
Note: In water 60° F(16° C) or less, it may be necessary to increase flow to compensate
for the reduced flexibility of the hose and diaphragm.
• Use Suction test gauge at end of hose to make sure the suction is sufficient.
• Adjust Flow Regulator #7, to increase flow to cleaner.
• Clean pool skimmer basket and filter.
• Check diaphragm for damage or wear. Replace if cracked or damaged.
• If the pool has multiple skimmers, verify that the skimmer not connected to the cleaner
is closed. Close skimmer that is not in use.
• Check for air in system. If water level in pump basket drops or you see excessive air
bubbles in the pump basket or coming from the return lines, there is air in the system.
Check hose connections, remove any air in vacuum hose and tighten all fittings at pump.
• If the pool has a main drain, close drain using valve until proper suction is achieved.
Cleaner does not cover
entire pool
• Adjust Flow Regulator #7, to increase suction to cleaner.
• Ensure that the correct amount of hose is installed. Try adding or taking away
one or two hose lengths.
• Ensure that all the returns are directing water flow towards the floor of the pool, adjusting
the eyeballs, or using water diverters available at your local pool shop.
• Make sure hose is not kinked or coiled. Lay in sun to straighten if necessary.
• Confirm proper hose length.
Cleaner does not climb
Cleaner spends too
much time on the walls,
and/or climbs out of
the water.
Cleaner sticks in
corners under ladders
or on pool steps.
• Adjust Flow Regulator #7, to decrease suction to cleaner.
• Ensure that the correct amount of hose is installed. Try adding or taking away
one or two hose lengths.
• Ensure that all the returns are directing water flow towards the floor of the pool,
adjusting the eyeballs, or using water diverters available at your local pool shop.
• Make sure hose is not kinked or coiled. Lay in sun to straighten if necessary.
• Confirm proper hose length and suction - adjust as necessary.
Cleaner stays in only
one end of the pool.
• Ensure that the correct amount of hose is installed. Try adding or taking away
one or two hose lengths.
• Ensure that all the returns are directing water flow towards the floor of the pool, adjusting
the eyeballs, or using water diverters available at your local pool shop.
• Make sure hose is not kinked or coiled. Lay in sun to straighten if necessary.
• Confirm proper hose length.
• Adjust the hose weight provided towards the cleaner head.
Cleaner falls on its side • Adjust Flow Regulator #7, to increase suction to cleaner
• Make sure that the vacuum swivels freely where it is connected to the hose.
Additional parts and technical support are available at [email protected] or call directly
1-877-852-4264 Mon – Thurs 8AM-5PM or Friday 8AM-3PM EST