Astral Pool Robotic Poll Cleaner User manual

BK0000911

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing our product to clean your pool. We hope
that you will enjoy using your new robot to maintain your swimming
pool for years to come.
Before you begin to use your robot, please take a few minutes to
carefully read these operating instructions.
Again, thank you for choosing our product.
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IMPORTANT
CAUTION: Do not switch the pool cleaner “ON” if it is not fully
immersed in water. Operating the cleaner out of water will
cause severe damage immediately and will result in loss of
warranty.
Allow the cleaner to remain in the pool for 15 to 20 minutes
following the end of its cleaning cycle. This will allow the
motors to cool adequately. Do not leave the cleaner in the
pool all the time. Always remember to turn the power supply
“OFF” and unplug it from the power outlet before removing
the cleaner from the pool.
WARNING: Your Cleaner should not be used while people
are swimming in the pool.
Safety Note
- The unit must be supplied through a residual current device
(RCD) having a rated residual operating current not
exceeding 30 mA
- The connection to the branch circuit should be consistent
with the local and national wiring rules (electrical code).
- Mishandling of the unit can result in leakage of lubricants.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer’s service agent or a qualified and trained
person in order to avoid hazards.
ENGLISH

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1c
1b
Your new automatic pool cleaner contains:
- The robotic pool cleaner with its floating cable.
- The Power Supply (transformer).
Operating the Pool Cleaner
Please read this manual completely before operating your pool
cleaner.
Place the power supply (transformer) at least three meters / ten
feet from the pool.(fig.1). The transformer will supply low voltage
to the cleaner.
Uncoil the cable.(fig.2)
Place the unit in the water. Turn the unit side to side in the water
to allow air to escape from the body and then let the cleaner sink
to the bottom of the pool (fig.3). Then, spread the cable over the
surface of the pool as evenly as possible (fig.1).
Plug the cable into the power supply. Make sure the key on the
plug exactly corresponds with the key slot on the socket of the
power supply (fig.1b).
Plug the power supply into a grounded outlet. Ensure that the
electric outlet has been properly grounded (fig.1c). The light will
glow indicating that the system is “ ON “ and the pool cleaner will
start the cleaning cycle.
WARNING: A Ground Fault Current Interrupter (GFCI-
USA) or a Residual Current Device (RCD-EUROPE) must
be installed to protect your electric outlet and prevent any
possible electric shock.
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slot
key
slot
key
Transformer
socket
Cable
plug
A
B
CD
To plug the cable (Fig A) into the socket on the power supply (Fig B), please do the following:
1. Prepare the plug as seen in (Fig. C) with the key and 3 outside slots exactly as shown.
2. Fit exactly the key and the slots from cable plug with the corresponding key and slots from the transformer socket. (Fig. D)
3. Push the plug into the socket of the transformer all the way in.
4. Once the plug is in, rotate the plug to the right to lock it into place (Fig. E).
5. To remove the plug, first rotate the plug to the left to unlock it, then pull it out (Fig. F).
6. Red push button turns the machine “ON / OFF”.
IMPORTANT- After every cycle the pool cleaner will turn off automatically . In case you want to turn the machine off during the working
cycle, push the red button once and the indicator light will turn off, indicating that the machine has stopped running.
socket
Rotate left and pull to unlock
Push and rotate right to lock
E
F
Power Supply - Operating Instructions
ON / OFF

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CLEAN THE FILTER BAG AFTER EVERY CLEANING CYCLE
a. Unplug the power supply. (Please keep the plug away from contact with water)
b. If the unit is in the pool, gently pull the cleaner toward you using the cable until the handle is within reach. Use the handle (not the cable) to pull the
cleaner out of the pool after allowing most of the water to drain from the unit.
c. Lay the unit on its back on a smooth surface (in order to prevent scratches on the machine body), release the lock tabs and remove the bottom lid
assembly. (fig.4a, 4b, 4c, 4d)
d. Remove the filter bag from the support bars, turn it inside out and wash off all the dirt with a garden hose or in a sink. Squeeze the bag gently until the
rinse water is clear. If necessary, machine wash the bag using only cold water with NO DETERGENT! (fig.5)
e. Re-install the bag on the support bars with the label in the center of one of the long sides of the bottom lid (5a)
f. Re-install the bottom lid assembly in the body. Push down on it until lock tabs will snap into place properly.
Maintenance and adjustment
Shut off and unplug the power supply every
time you remove the cleaner from the water.
Clean the filter bag after every cycle.
Periodically straighten out the floating cable.
Replace worn brushes to ensure maximum
cleaning performance
Save your cleaner's packaging for off-season
storage or for shipping the unit to your dealer if
service is required.
Leave your pool cleaner in the water for 15 to 20
minutes after every cleaning cycle.
Do not leave your cleaner in direct sunlight
when not in use.
Never leave the power supply in direct
sunlight and avoid leaving it in the rain.
Occasionally, you should rinse your cleaner in
clean, fresh water. This will lengthen the service
life of the drive belts, drive tracks and scrubbing
brushes.
Clean the propeller once a month
(see next page for details)
IMPORTANT TIPS:
smooth
surface
smooth
surface
label
lock tab

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CAUTION:
To avoid scratches and other blemishes appearing on your robot, simply find a smooth
surface for it to rest on when cleaning the debris bag or performing minor adjustments.
These scratches could produce changes in the robots soft and smooth edges resulting in
potential damage to some flexible pool surfaces.
smooth
surface
smooth
surface
Cleaning the pump propeller:
1) Take out the 2 (4) screws from the outlet top
2) Take out the outlet top and remove hair and
other debris around propeller
outlet top
propeller
CHANGING BRUSHES
Depending upon how frequently you use the
pool cleaner, it will be necessary to replace
the brushes when they are worn out. Worn
out brushes will impede cleaner’s scrubbing,
climbing the walls or general performance:
a. Remove the old brushes by removing the
metal rod (B)
b. Wrap the new PVC brush (A) around the
tube.
c. Join the ends of the brush using the metal
rod
d. Slide the rod (B) through the tabs.
e. Make sure that the rod is inserted through
every tab.
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7c
7a
CHANGING THE DRIVE BELTS
Depending on usage, the drive belts (located behind the side plate) will stretch.
When this happens, in order to maintain the optimum performance of the unit,
these drive belts have to be changed.
a) Turn the robot upside down and remove the bottom lid assembly (fig.
4a,4b,4c,4d).
b)Inside, locate 4 screws on drive motor side, which hold the side plate in place
(fig. 7a, 7b).
c)Take out these screws and remove the side plate
d)Remove the drive track. Before removing the drive track, notice carefully how
the drive belts are positioned for re-assembly (fig. 7c).
e)Take out the old drive belts and replace them with new ones.
To re-assemble, reverse steps d to a.
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1. Unit does not pump water or move:
2. Unit does not pump water at all, or pumps slowly
but moves:
*The transformer cord can only be replaced with the aid of special purpose tools normally available only to authorized dealers, distributors and service centers.
a) Check to see if electric outlet (5) has power.
b) Check if transformer (8) is plugged into a grounded outlet
and the blue cable assembly is plugged into the
transformer.*
c) Switch the power supply “OFF” and “ON” (7) buttons a few
times. Allow 45 seconds between “ON” and “OFF”.
d) Check for and remove any debris such as hair, string, or
leaves that may be obstructing the free movement of the
Drive Pulley (10), Drive Belts (11) , or Drive Tracks (9) .
e) Check that the Drive Belts (11) and Drive Tracks (9) are
properly aligned and are taut. Adjust or replace if
necessary.
a) Check to see if propeller (19) is seized due to
accumulation of hair or debris on the propellers. Remove the
top screws on each outlet top (3) and clean the propeller.
When reassembling the top cover, do not overtighten the
screws.
b) Check to see if the filter bag (23) is thoroughly clean.
Clean as necessary.
c) If a and b are negative, check the pump motors (20). If
they are not functioning send the unit to your service
center.
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE CALLING YOUR SERVICE CENTER
Before troubleshooting, the pool cleaner must be disconnected from the power supply and the power supply must be unplugged from the
electrical outlet to prevent damage to the unit and possible personal injury.
For reference numbers, consult the parts list diagram located on the last page of the instructions.
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a) Check to see if forward/reverse motion is obstructed by
foreign matter; hair, debris, etc. on drive belts (11) or drive
tracks (9) or there is an entanglement with the power cord.
Clean as necessary.
b) Check if drive belts have slipped out of place. Also check
for proper tension of drive belts. If necessary replace belts.
c) Check for loose drive motor (18) connections.
d) If a, b, and c are negative, check the pump motor (20). If
one or the other is not functioning, send the unit to your
service center.
a) Check 2a and 2b of this guide.
b) Check the Intake Valve Flaps (14) on the underside of your
unit. The Flaps should move freely to open and close.
Clean and free the Valve Flaps if necessary.
3. Unit does not move but does pump water:
4. Unit does not pick up dirt and debris:
5. Unit does not seem to cover the entire pool:
a) Most likely a thorough cleaning of the filter bag is needed.
b) Check to see that the blue cable (1) is properly spread out
and is untangled.
c) Allow the unit to run in the pool for the entire cleaning
cycle.
d) Check that the Pump Motor (20) is operating. Please refer
to the Troubleshooting section titled “Moves But Does
Not Pick Up Dirt And Debris”
e) After following all of the above, if there is still a problem,
call your dealer for specific additional assistance.
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Place the Robot on the ground and
unplug the cable from the transformer.
With one hand, holding the E-Z Swivel,
walk away from the Robot, pulling the
cable to its full length.
The core will rotate inside the cover
and in this way will untangle the cable.
Holding with one hand the E-Z Swivel.
CABLE CARE
If the problem persists,
use the E-Z Swivel device.
The cable may become twisted after a period of time in use. To correct
this condition, simply lock the moveable handle on the top of the cleaner
in the opposite diagonal direction. The pool cleaner will now travel in the
opposite direction while cleaning your pool and the cable will uncoil.
Check the cable periodically for external damage.
patent pending
a) Lock Tab (24) - Check that the Lock Tabs (24) are not
warped. They should be straight and aligned with the unit's
body.
b) Intake Valves (14) - Check that the Intake Valve Flaps on
the underside of your unit (in the Bottom Lid ) move freely
to open and close. Clean Flaps if necessary.
6. Debris Comes Out Of The Robot When
Removing It From Pool
(Bottom Lid Does Not Close Properly)
a) Reverse the diagonal position of the handle.
b) Use the E-Z swivel (2) as shown bellow.
7. The cable is twisted:
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