AquaVac King Shark User manual

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Mail today to—
Aqua Vac Systems, Inc.
1711 Longwood Road
West Palm Beach, Florida 33409
Attn: Warranty Records
FOLD and MAIL or FAX to 561-688-0217 or register on the web at www.aquavacsystems.com
Serial # _____________________________________ KingShark
(Located on Bottom of Base and Shipping Carton)
REGISTRATION OF GUARANTEE
This registration card must be mailed within 10 days of purchase to secure limited warranty.
FOR USE IN THE U.S.A. ONLY.
Name___________________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________________
City ______________________ State __________ Zip__________________________
Date Purchased_______________________________________________________
Price Paid ___________________________________________________________
How many pools do you have?: __________________________________________
How many Aqua Vac units do you have?: ___________________________________
Purchased from: __________________________________________________________
City ______________________ State __________ Zip__________________________
The size of my pool is ______________________________________________________
Have you seen us on the internet? Yes_____ No_____

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OWNER’S MANUAL
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Upon compliance with the above procedure, and if claim is
made within 90 days from date of purchase, defective warranted
parts will be replaced at no charge and the machine sent back
to you prepaid.
If, however, claim is made more than 90 days but less than
one year from date of purchase, defective warranted parts will
be replaced at no charge and the unit will be sent back to you
freight collect.
Filter cartridges not covered by this warranty will be replaced
only with your prior approval of the charges thereof.
If beyond the warranty period of one year, repairs will be made
only with your prior approval of the charges and the unit will be
sent back to you freight collect.
In following the procedures above set forth, PLEASE MAKE
CERTAIN to state the KingShark serial number as shown on the
base plate of the KingShark.
REPLACEMENT
In the event of a defect, malfunction, or failure of your
KingShark, or any warranted part to conform with this warranty,
Aqua Vac Systems, Inc. may at its sole option and own expense,
replace the KingShark or any warranted part with another new
or factory rebuilt identical or reasonably equivalent unit or part
in lieu of repairing the defect.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD FOR YOUR
PRINCE AND REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION
Please fill out the warranty registration card accompanying
your KingShark, giving complete information as requested on the
card, and return to the factory.
Any information or questions you may have concerning
your KingShark or this warranty may likewise be secured from
the factory.
No dealer, distributor, or other similar person has any authority
to make any warranties or representations concerning Aqua
Vac Systems, Inc.’s products or to extend this warranty beyond
the express items contained herein. Accordingly, Aqua Vac
Systems, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any such warranties
or representations beyond the express items contained in this
limited warranty. This limited warranty is valid and enforceable
only in the United States of America on KingSharks owned and
normally operated in the United States of America. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
1711 Longwood Road • West Palm Beach, FL 33409
[phone] • [phone] Nationwide • FAX [phone]
www.aquavacsystems.com • E-mail: [email protected]
Your KingShark, which has been manufactured, tested and
inspected in accordance with carefully specified engineering
requirements, is warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship.
DURATION OF WARRANTY
AND TO WHOM EXTENDED (USA only)
One Year ALL GENERAL PARTS (EXCLUDING filters).
One Year POWER TRAIN WARRANTY
(Motor, Cord and Gear Box).
This limited warranty includes both parts and labor for the
periods above noted. This warranty is available to such first
consumer purchaser.
EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
FROM WARRANTY
The KingShark is required to be used on electric current as
indicated on the nameplate. Otherwise damage, defects,
malfunctions, or other failures of the KingShark arising from use
on electric current not as indicated are excepted and excluded
from this warranty.
Defects, malfunctions, failure, or damage of the KingShark
caused by improper, unreasonable, or negligent use or abuse
while in the possession of the consumer are likewise excluded
from this warranty.
If repair is done on your KingShark by anyone other than
those designated as authorized to perform such work without first
having obtained factory instructions, Aqua Vac Systems, Inc., at
its sole option, may determine that this warranty will not apply and
that reimbursement for such repair will not be made because of
the failure to comply with such factory specified instructions.
Any unit sold outside the continental U.S.
PROCEDURE TO BE TAKEN TO OBTAIN
PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY REPAIR
To secure repair of the KingShark or any warranted parts
under this warranty, the following procedure should be used.
After making prior arrangements with the facility involved, the
inoperable KingShark or warranted parts, together with two
extra photocopies of satisfactory evidence of the purchase date,
must be delivered, with shipping and delivery charges prepaid,
to the following:
Nearest Aqua Vac Systems Factory Authorized Service Center.
If you are unable to locate the foregoing, you may call, write, or
otherwise communicate with Aqua Vac Systems, Inc., telephone
1-800-327-0141 for the nearest location.
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CONTENTS
Safety Precautions ................................................................2
General Information...............................................................3
Motor Information ..................................................................4
Trouble Shooting ...................................................................5
Specifications ........................................................................7
Machine Assembly/Parts .......................................................8
Filter Assembly/Parts...........................................................10
Accessories .........................................................................11
Preventive Maintenance......................................................13
Parts Ordering Instructions..................................................14
Rev. 9/04

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The KingShark automatic swimming pool vacuum cleaner has been manufactured
with the highest degree of care and concern for safety. We suggest the following
safety precautions become part of your pool safety regulations:
1. ALWAYS PUT THE MACHINE INTO THE WATER BEFORE TURNING
ON THE POWER SUPPLY.
2. IT IS IMPORTANT FOR SWIMMER’S SAFETY TO REMOVE THE
UNIT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING USE. THIS WILLALSO IMPROVE
THE OPERATING LIFE OF YOUR KINGSHARK.
3. BE CERTAIN THE POWER SUPPLY IS ONLY PLUGGED INTO A
GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET EQUIPPED WITH A GROUND
FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER.
4. DO NOT HANDLE MACHINE WHILE IT IS PLUGGED INTO THE
POWER SUPPLY, AND POWER SUPPLY IS ON.
5. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. THIS COULD CREATE A
SAFETY HAZARD AND/OR DAMAGE YOUR UNIT.
6. ALWAYS STAY OUT OF THE POOL WHILE CLEANER IS IN
OPERATION.
7. NEVER ALLOW PLUG TO ENTER THE POOL.
8. DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE OUT OF WATER. THIS WILL
DAMAGE THE MOTOR SEAL AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
9. DO NOT DRAG THE MACHINE OUT OF THE POOL AGAINST THE
SIDE WALL. THIS COULD DAMAGE UNIT AND/OR YOUR POOL
WALL.
10. SOME POOLS HAVE A CORNER OR A CORNER STEP CON-
FIGURATION THAT MAY CAUSE THE UNIT TO “HANG-UP”;
THEREFORE, DO NOT LEAVE THE UNIT COMPLETELY
UNATTENDED FOR MORE THAN 1/2 HOUR. OCCASIONAL
OBSERVATION AND ATTENDANCE CAN ALSO REDUCE ANY
TENDENCY FOR THE CORD TO TWIST.
While the KingShark has been made to operate as safely as possible, we suggest
you exercise reasonable care in the handling of the vacuum and inspect the electrical
cord frequently for damage or wear, as with any other electrical appliance. After
use, remove the unit and rinse with fresh water and remove any twist that may be
present in the cord.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
You have purchased the finest piece of equipment in the pool cleaner industry. If you
treat it as such, your KINGSHARK automatic swimming pool vacuum cleaner will
give you years of satisfactory service. As a suggestion, off-season the unit should
be stored in the original shipping container for safekeeping.
ADJUSTMENT
THERE IS ONLY ONE ADJUSTMENT THAT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR
USE IN MOST POOLS. PLEASE TAKE THE FEW MINUTES TO MAKE IT, IF
NECESSARY.
The height of the sensor bar #1710 (Page 9, Key 22) is preset at the factory for
average pools. It may be necessary to readjust the height of the sensor bar for the
machine to operate satisfactorily in your pool.
In “Free Form” or “Bowl Shaped” pools, the sensor bar will have to be raised to a
higher setting to allow the machine to climb out of the deep end and clean up the
radius or slope as far as possible without the machine turning over.
Adjustment of the sensor bar #1710 (Page 9, Key 22) is made by loosening adjusting
arm nut #1722 (Page 9, Key 26) located just ahead of the intake. The nut is shaped
as a thumb screw for your convenience.
With the machine sitting on a level surface, loosen adjusting arm nut, and move
sensor bar to desired position. Make certain the sensor bar is parallel to the level
surface and retighten the adjusting arm nut one-half to three-quarter turn past hand
tight. Do not overtighten.
It may be necessary to reset the sensor bar several times to find the best position
for operation in your pool. Sensor bar should glide freely. This can be checked by
pushing the sensor bar which will activate the reversing arms.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Select nearest grounded outlet supply of 110/115/220/240 volts.
CAUTION: avoid overloaded circuits as low or high voltage can
damage your motor. A connected ground is most important. Plug cord
into outlet Observe machine as it travels over bottom of pool.
2. Allow machine to travel around the pool until it is clean. Average 30’
x 60’ pool will require 150 minutes or less. If the pool has a heavy
accumulation of debris, it may be necessary to clean the filter several
times during the vacuuming period.

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3. Upon completion of vacuuming the pool, allow the unit to travel to the
shallow end of the pool. Before it reaches the pool wall, turn power
supply off, raise the unit by the cord, then remove the unit from the
water by use of the handle. Allow excess water from the filter to drain
into the pool with the KingShark resting on the edge or coping. Do
not leave machine in water after turning off.
4. When opening the filter for cleaning, move the machine away from the
pool edge so that when filter casing is opened the vacuumed debris
will not return to the pool.
5. Cleaning the filter after each use is the most important part of
maintaining your KingShark. Clean filters will allow the machine to
function most efficiently.
6. Remove the filter by first removing the two push clips as seen
below.
Following the removal of the push clips, gently grasp the rear filter
plate with the thumbs pressed firmly against the tie rod ends and
remove rear plate.
7. Wash the cartridge with a water hose, using a pressure nozzle. Wash
outside—then back wash from the inside.
8. Use the KingShark on a regular basis to keep your pool clean.
MOTOR INFORMATION
The motor in your KingShark has automatic overload protection. The overload
switch will protect the motor against burning out when an obstruction stops the
machine. When an obstruction stops the machine, UNPLUG THE CORD FROM
THE OUTLET and remove the unit from the pool. Turn the machine over and with
the aid of a long screw driver or needle-nose pliers, rotate the impeller and dislodge
any foreign object. All large objects should be removed from the pool before the
KingShark is put into operation.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Where to set Sensor Bar
(Make adjustments in 1/4" Increments)
Machine turns or hesitates on pool drain:
Raise sensor bar slightly to clear drain.
Machine fails to come out of deep end:
Raise sensor bar to allow machine to climb on incline.
Machine turns away from curved wall too soon:
Raise sensor bar to allow machine to clean higher on curved portion, but still turn
away before tipping over.
Machine tips over before tripping or sensing wall:
Lower sensor bar until it trips. However, a slight adjustment might have to be
made by clipping one or two coils off the spring #2207L (Page 9, Key 25) that is
located directly behind sensor bar slide #1707 (Page 9, Key 21).
Machine turns in circles and twists cord:
1. Sensor bar too high, hitting hood.
2. Thread on reversing arm #1703 (Page 9, Key 64) is worn or stripped, not
allowing reversing mechanism to disengage.
3. Sensor bar cable screws are loose.
4. Drive wheel broken.
5. Drive belt broken.
6. Because of various pool designs, especially those with a gradual slope up the
sides, the unit has a tendency to attempt to make the climb. To prevent the
machine from turning over, a sensor bar weight* can be attached to both sides.
This is automatically activated when the machine has reached a maximum
point of ascension, reversing the unit. Remember the basic rule: KEEP THE
SENSOR BAR LOW AND LEVEL.
7. Sensor Bar must always be level to avoid cord twisting!
8. Is the unit being run in the pool for too great a length of time? 150 minutes of
operation in a 30' x 60' pool should be sufficient with not more than a few twists
in the cord set, which should be straightened out after each vacuuming.
* Must be ordered from factory.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING CONTINUED
Machine does not pick up:
1. Filter may be clogged and does not permit the flow of water through the filter
cartridge.
2. Large object lodged in the intake or in the impeller housing. See motor
information, page 4.
Machine does not move:
1. Not connected to live outlet.
2. Object lodged in impeller.
3. A short in the motor; check the ground fault interrupter.
4. Unit runs for short distance but stops. Check for overloaded circuit or possible
faulty motor. (Do not use extension cords.)
5. Motor runs but unit becomes motionless (gear box worm is worn or the drive
pin is sheared).
Machine tips over backwards before sensing wall:
1. Filter overloaded with sand.
2. Improper sensor bar adjustment (too high).
3. Cord too short for pool length.
KEEP SENSOR BAR LEVEL AT ALL TIMES

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SPECIFICATIONS
MOTOR:
Type........................................................ Submersible
Voltage ................................................... 110/120 230/240 (Export)
Frequency .............................................. 60 Cycle-50 Cycle (Must Specify)
Speed..................................................... 1725/1425 RPM
Bearing................................................... Ball Bearing
Housing .................................................. Aluminum Anodized
Motor Seals ............................................ Double Lip Wave
Overload Protection................................ Thermal Overload
Electrical Cord ..................................................#16 Wire Encased in Floatation Jacket;
100' in length
DRIVE:
Reduction ............................................... 80:1
Reduction Unit........................................ Worm Gear-Bronze Gear
Reduction Gear Lubrication.................... Permanent
Reduction Unit Housing.......................... 20% Glass Filled Resin
Rear Wheel Drive................................... Planetary Gear System
Front Wheel Driven by............................ Continuous Belt
FILTER:
Type........................................................ Self Contained Cartridges
Filter Media............................................. Corrugated Resin Impregnated
Element
Porosity .................................................. 50 Microns
Filter Area ............................................... 25 Square Feet
End Plates.............................................. Molded Plastic
Gallons Circulated.................................. 60 GPM/3600 GPH
CASTINGS:
All castings are corrosion resistant Aluminum Alloy.
SHAFT and AXLE:
All parts such as axle, shafts, pins, fasteners, rods, etc., are corrosion resistant.
FLOATING ELECTRICAL CONDUCTOR:
Standard length is 100'.
DIMENSIONS:
Height..................................................... 161/2 " (41.9 cm)
Width ...................................................... 16" (40.6 cm)
Length .................................................... 18" (45.7 cm)
WEIGHT:
Net Weight of Aqua Prince with 100' Cord 42 lbs. (19.1 kg)
Gross Shipping Weight........................... 47.5 lbs. (21.6 kg)
SHIPPING CARTONS:
Cleaner................................................... 20" x 18" x 161/2"
(50.8 cm x 45.72 cm x 41.96 cm)

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1995 TO PRESENT

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KEY PART NO. PART DESCRIPTION REQ L/H R/H 52 417A CORD - 16/3 (REF. ONLY) 1 53 5919 PLUG- ELECTRICAL 1 55 2121B BOLT HEX HD 1/4-20 X 3/4" SS 1 56 507
P CORD ASSEMBLY 100' NS/PI
1
57 4148 P-82 HOUSING - PUMP PLASTIC 1 59 1703D HAIR PIN COTTER 1/16 X 1/2" SS 2 1 1 60 1714C BOLT HEX HD 10-32 X 1 1/2" SS 2 1 1 61 2204C WASHER FLAT #10 SS 4 2 2 62 1714A SLEEVE - GUIDE PIN SS 2 1 1 63 1610B NUT LOCK HEX 10-32 SS 2 1 1 64 1703 ARM - REVERSING 2 1 1 65 1606A NUT LOCK HEX 10-24 SS 4 2 2 LOW PROFILE 67 1608 CLIP “E” 1/4" SS 8 4 4 68 1114A BUTTON - WHEEL 8 4 4 69 1605 WASHER - WHEEL PLASTIC 8 4 4 70 1607 SPRING - WHEEL LOCK SS 4 2 2 71 1606 LOCK - WHEEL DRIVE W/ STUD 2 1 1 72 1607A PISTON - WHEEL LOCK SS 4 2 2 73L 1600L WHEEL - DRIVE ASSEMBLY LEFT 1 1 73R 1600R WHEEL - DRIVE ASSEMBLY RIGHT 1 1 74 1814D RING SNAP 1/2" 2 1 1 75 1601 PLATE - WHEEL OUTSIDE 2 1 1 76 1604 GEAR - SUN (REF. ONLY) 2 1 1 77 1603 GEAR - PLANETARY (REF. ONLY) 8 4 4 78 1602B GEAR - RING (REF. ONLY) 2 1 1 79 1602 GEAR - PLANETARY ASSEMBLY 2 1 1 80 1600A PLATE - INSIDE WHEEL 2 1 1 82 1814C WASHER FLAT 7/16" SS 2 1 1 83 1113 KEY 1/8" SS - DRIVE WHEEL 2 1 1 84 1800F GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY - FLEX 1 85 1808 BOLT HEX HD 1/4-20 X 1 1/4" SS 5 86 1102A COLLAR - IMPELLER DRIVE 1 87 P2-300 IMPELLER - 6 BLADE 1 88 1714 GUIDE PIN - ASSEMBLY 2 1 1 89 4209 PAD - MOTOR RUBBER NS 1 90 2220B WASHER FLAT 1/4" SS 1
KEY PART NO. PART DESCRIPTION REQ L/H R/H
21 1707 SLIDE - SENSOR BAR 2 1 1 22 1710 SENSOR BAR W/ BUMPER 1 23 1701 CABLE 2 1 1 24 1715 SCREW RD HD 10-32 X 1/2" SS 2 1 1 25 2207L SPRING - SENSOR BAR SLIDE SS 2 1 1 26 1722 NUT - ADJUSTING ARM 1 27 1705 ARM - ADJUSTING 2 1 1 28 1702 WHEEL - FRONT 2 1 1 29 1702A RING SNAP 3/8" SS 2 1 1 30 1723 BOLT - ADJUSTING ARM SS 1 31 1711 BLADE - INTAKE 2 32 1721 AXLE - FRONT 1 33 1712 HOLDER - INTAKE BLADE 2 34 1307V DRIVE BELT - SHORT 2 1 1 35 1713 BOLT HEX HD 8-32 X 1/2" SS 6 36 420A NUT HEX 8-32 SS 6 37 1720B
SCREW SLT PAN HD 10-32 X 1/4" SS
2 1 1
(As Needed) 38 1703B WASHER STAR #10 SS 2 1 1 (As Needed) 39 1720A BAFFLE - WIRE SS 1 (As Needed) 40 1720 BOLT HEX HD 5/16-18 X 1" SS 2 1 1 40B 1720-82 BOLT HEX HD 5/16-18 X 1" SS 2 1 1 (If Wire Baffle Is Present) 41 1700-89 BASE - PLATE N/S 1 42 1716 SKID 1 (As Needed) 43 1716A
SCREW SELF TAP PHIL #8 X 1/2" SS
2 1 1
(As Needed) 46 Ref. Only MOTOR - 1/2HP 110/240 VOLTS 1 47 2102B SCREW RD HD 10-32 X 1 1/4" SS 3 49 419 CLAMP - HOSE SS 1 50 1511 CLAMP - MOTOR 1

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HOOD & FILTER ASSEMBLY
KEY PART NO. PART DESCRIPTION REQ L/H R/H
1 1303 HOOD GRAY 1
2 7802B HAT - RISER 1
3 7802 ADAPTER - HANDLE RISER 1
A 2302A BOLT HEX HD 1/4-20 X 5/8" SS 1
4 P1-225L TIE ROD - NEW STYLE 2 1 1
B 1610A HEX NUT 10-32 SS 4 2 2
5 7801P BODY - FILTER ASSEMBLY 1
6 7825 RING - ADAPTER W/ CLAMP 1
C 7804A SCREW PAN HD 8-32 X 1" SS 2 1 1
7 7806 PIN - HANDLE 1
D 1610B–82 NUT - SLOTTED SS 2 1 1
9 7805 HANDLE 1
11 7813 GASKET FOAM 1/4" OVAL 4 2 2
12 7807L FILTER - CARTRIDGE 2 1 1
13 7803 TIE ROD PUSH CLIP 2 1 1
14 REF. ONLY PLATE - FILTER BACK 1
(MUST BUY #7810–93G)
15 7810–93G COVER - FILTER ASSEMBLY 1

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ACCESSORIES

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CADDY CART
Part # 99385 Caddy Cart - Available as option

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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Congratulations on the purchase of the KingShark. The KingShark is built and
designed to give you years of service.
In order to maximize efficiency and receive long term service, we suggest the following:
1. Thoroughly rinse entire unit after use.
2. Clean filters thoroughly after each use—a clogged filter will decrease efficiency
dramatically.
3. Remove any twists in the cord after each use. Twisting should be minimal if
the unit is functioning properly.
4. Avoid allowing the unit to “cool down” in the water. For example, if used on a
timer, it is better to set for 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (then remove) than it is to set
for 12:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. (and remove it at 8:00 a.m.).
5. Inspect belts and filter frequently. Replace when necessary.
6. Always keep your Sensor Bar level; (a non-level Sensor Bar will cause the cord
to twist).
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT!
Following these quick and easy steps will extend the life and efficiency of
your KingShark.
If you have any questions, contact your local Service Center or call us at 1-800-327-0141.

PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
Should you desire to order repair parts follow this simple procedure:
1. Ascertain each of the parts you will need and identify them by part number.
Use this book as a guide, be sure to note that in some cases, due to continual
product improvement, parts may vary depending on the year of manufacture.
2. Contact your local Factory Authorized Service Center with the list of parts you will
need. Be sure to advise the Service Center of the KINGSHARK serial number
and the date of purchase. If you need the location of your nearest Service
Center, please call Aqua Vac Systems, 1-800-327-0141 or 561-688-0211.
3. All parts will be shipped immediately via best way on a collect freight basis,
from the Service Center.
4. All shipments will be C.O.D. unless credit has been established with the
Service Center.
5. All parts under limited warranty are confined to the specific limitations
as stated.

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KingShark 2 Plus
1711 Longwood Road • West Palm Beach, FL 33409
[phone] • [phone] Nationwide • FAX [phone]
www.aquavacsystems.com • E-mail: [email protected]
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