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Baracuda®Adventura™ Robotic Pool Cleaner | Owner's Manual
The BARACUDA Adventura is suitable for most domestic in-ground pools up to 12m x 6m.
Pool surfaces include: Concrete, pebblecrete, quartzon, fibreglass, tile and vinyl. Not suitable for above
ground pools. Suitable for all types of debris.
YOUR CLEANER HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO BE EASILY INSTALLED AND TO PROVIDE
LOW MAINTENANCE OPERATION. A WARRANTY CARD IS SUPPLIED IN THE BOX. PLEASE GO TO
BARACUDA.COM. AUTO REGISTER FOR WARRANTY.
Taking these steps will help ensure prompt warranty service, should it be required. If service is required,
please contact your original dealer. If the original dealer does not perform warranty service, please visit
www.baracuda.com.au to locate an independent service company near you. If you are unable to locate a
service company,please call our Baracuda Customer Service at 1300 784 423.
Section 1. Important Safety Instructions......3
Section 2. Getting Started...............................4
2.1 General Specifications.....................................4
Section 3. Assembly.........................................4
3.1 Unpacking..........................................................4
3.2 Assemble the Transport Caddy......................4
3.3 Connecting the Control Unit to
theCaddy...........................................................5
Section 4. Operation.........................................7
4.1 Submerging the Cleaner..................................7
4.2 Using the Control Unit.....................................8
4.3 Start / Stop Cleaning.......................................8
4.4 Lift System / Removal From Pool..................8
4.5 Rinsing the Cleaner..........................................9
4.6 Cleaning the Filter Canister............................9
4.7 Storing the Cleaner........................................10
Table of Contents
Section 5. Maintenance...................................11
5.1 Cord Tangling...................................................11
5.2 Replacing the Brushes....................................11
5.3 Replacing the Track........................................12
Section 6. Troubleshooting............................13
6.1 Using the Information LED............................13
6.2 General Troubleshooting................................14
Section 7. Conformity.....................................15
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new BARACUDA Adventura robotic pool cleaner. Your Adventura 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 review the items listed under Important
Information.
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Section 1. Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION
USE OF THE BARACUDA ROBOTIC CLEANER IN A VINYL LINER POOL
Certain vinyl liner patterns are particularly susceptible to rapid surface wear of pattern removal caused by objects coming
into contact with the vinyl surface, including pool brushes, pool toys, floats, fountains, chlorine dispensers, and automatic
pool cleaners. Some vinyl liner patterns can be seriously scratched or abraded simply by rubbing the surface with a pool
brush. Ink from the pattern can also rub off during the installation process or when it comes into contact with objects in
the pool. Fluidra Group Australia Pty Ltd is not responsible for, and the Limited Warranty does not cover, pattern removal,
abrasion or markings on vinyl liners.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Failure to comply with the following warnings can result in permanent injury, electrocution or death.
PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To reduce risk of electrical shock:
• The cleaner is to be installed in accordance with the relevant requirements of the Australian wiring rules AS/NZS 3000.
Also refer to the installation instructions relating to the swimming pool equipment for which the cleaner will be an integral
part. The cleaner is to be supplied through a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a rated residual operating current of
30mA.
• Do not enter pool while the robotic cleaner is in water.
• Do not bury cord. Locate cord 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 damaged. Contact
Baracuda Customer care Service 1300 784 423 immediately for proper servicing and replacement of the damaged cord.
• Double insulation—For continued protection against possible electric shock, use only identical replacement parts when
servicing. Do not attempt repair of the robotic cleaner, control box, power cord, or floating cable.
• Use only the power supply provided with the product.
• NEVER OPEN Control box.
• Do not use an extension cord to connect the unit to electric supply; provide a properly located RCD PROTECTED Power
outlet. The control box should be placed near the RCD PROTECTED GFCI Power outlet point.
PREVENT CHILD INJURY AND DROWNING
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge to operate this product.
• Do not let anyone, especially small children, sit, step, lean, or climb on any equipment installed as part of your pool’s
operational system.
CAUTION
Failure to comply with the following warnings could cause damage to pool equipment or personal injury.
• The robotic cleaner must be installed and operated as specified.
• This product is intended for use with permanently-installed pools. Do not use with storable pools. A permanently-installed pool
is constructed in or on the ground or in a building such that it cannot be readily disassembled for storage. A storable pool is
constructed so that it is capable of being readily disassembled for storage and reassembled to its original integrity.
• Clean the filter canister after each use.
• Do not use the product in your pool if the water temperature is above 35˚ C (95˚ F)or below 13˚ C (55˚ F).
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2.1 General Specifications
The general specifications for the cleaner are as
follows:
Control box
supply
voltage
220-240 VAC, 50 Hz; short circuit-
proof safety isolating type
Supply voltage 30 V DC
Installed load 150 W max
Cable length 18m
Cleaner size
(WxDxH)
43 x 48 x 27 cm
Weight of Cleaner 9.5 kg
Package Weight 19 kg
Filtration All-purpose filter canister
Cycle lengths Variable programming
The cleaner is a double-insulated product. A
double insulated electrical appliance is one
which has been designed in such a way that it
does not require a safety connection to ground.
The basic requirement for double-insulation is
that no single failure can result in dangerous
voltage becoming exposed so that it might
cause an electric shock and that this is achieved
without relying on an earthed (grounded) metal
casing. This is achieved by having two (2) layers
of insulating material surrounding live parts
or by using reinforced insulation. Therefore,
devices having double-insulated construction,
such as this cleaner, do not utilize a grounded
(three-prong) cord/plug.
x 2
A
BCD
x 2 x 2
Ex 2
F
GH
Figure 1. Align Control Unit with Caddy Hook
When unpacking the cleaner and its
components:
• Check to make sure each component is in the
box.
• Check cleaner and components for damage
during transport.
• If there are any missing parts or damage,
contact Technical Support at 1300 186 875
3.2 Assemble the Transport Caddy
1. Unscrew the handnut from the base.
Figure 2. Remove Handnut from Base Unit
2. Insert the metal handle frame tubing into
the base with notch end at the top, then
rotate so the bends are away from you.
3. Push base down so the metal handle
frame is seated in the recess on the
underside of the base.
Section 2. Getting Started
Section 3. Assembly
3.1 Unpacking
The packaging should contain the following
items:
• Adventura cleaner
• Control unit
• Transport and storage caddy
Transport and storage caddy components:
- handle frame
- support blocks (x 2)
- wheels (x 2)
- wheel locking clips (x 2)
- wheel axle / hubcap (x 2)
- base unit
- cleaner hook
- caddy handle
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Figure 3. Connect Metal Frame to Base Unit
4. Slide the handnut over the tube and
twist to tighten onto base unit.
Figure 4. Twist Handnut to Secure Frame
5. Snap two (2) support blocks into place.
6. Slide axle and hubcap piece through
center of wheel and attach to base unit.
Snap locking clip into place to secure
wheel. Repeat to attach both wheels.
Figure 5. Snap in Support Blocks and Attach Wheels
7. Slide the control unit base / caddy
handle attachment down over the metal
tubing until it snaps into place.
Figure 6. Attach Caddy Handle
8. Align cleaner hook pins with the top
holes in the handle tube and snap into
place.
Figure 7. Snap Cleaner Hook into Place
3.3 Connecting the Control Unit to the
Caddy
1. Align the bottom of the control unit with
the notch at bottom of the control unit
hook on the caddy (Figure 8).
Figure 8. Align Control Unit with Caddy Hook
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2. Press control unit onto the caddy hook
until it snaps and locks into position
(Figure 9).
Figure 9. Attach the Control Unit onto Caddy
1. Unscrew the protective cap for the
power cable from the side of the control
unit by turning counter-clockwise
(Figure 10).
3.4 Connecting to Power Source
WARNING
Failure to comply with the following warnings
can result in permanent injury, electrocution or
drowning.
PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK
• Keep the Control box at least 3.5 m from the
edge of the pool.
• The cleaner is to be installed in accordance
with the relevant requirements of the
Australian wiring rules AS/NZS 3000. Also
refer to the installation instructions relating to
the swimming pool equipment for which the
cleaner will be an integral part. The cleaner is to
be supplied through a Residual Current Device
(RCD) with a rated residual operating current
of 30mA.
• Do not use an 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 submerge the Control box or leave
exposed to inclement weather.
Figure 10. Remove Protective Cap
Figure 11. Connect Power Cable
2. Grip the notched end of the floating
power cable, insert it into the control
unit, and turn clockwise to tighten.
(Figure 11).
NOTE: To avoid damaging the power cable, do not try
to twist the entire cable housing (see below).
NOTE: To avoid exposing the power cable connector
pins to water, be sure the connector is screwed
in all the way and there is no gap. (see below).
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Figure 12. Submerge and Remove Trapped Air
4. Place only enough floating cable in the
water to reach the farthest end of your
pool from the central point. Spread out
the floating cable ensuring there are no
kinks or coils in the cable (Figure 13).
Max
Floating Cable
Length
caddy /
control unit
cleaner
cleaner
Recommended
entry point
Not
Recommended
WARNING: Do not use
an extension cord
Figure 13. Pool Entry Point for Optimal Patterning
5. Spread the floating cable over the pool,
making sure there are no kinks or coils in
the cable. Allow enough floating cable for
the cleaner to reach the farthest point of
the pool.
4.1 Submerging the Cleaner
1. Submerge cleaner vertically (1) and hold
it under the surface, moving gently from
side to side (2) until the bubbles stop to
remove air trapped inside (Figure 12).
2. When the bubbles stop, allow the cleaner
to sink to the bottom of the pool.
3. Verify the cleaner is sitting on the
bottom of the pool. Remove additional
air if the cleaner is still floating.
Section 4. Operation
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the cleaner, be sure to
adhere to the following guidelines:
• Remove the cleaner from the pool after the
cleaning cycle is completed and store out of
direct sunlight or inclement weather.
• Take additional care when lifting the cleaner
out of the pool. It becomes heavier when filled
with water.
• Always remove the cleaner from pool before
adding chemicals.
• Do not handle cleaner while it is in operation.
IMPORTANT
• Always make sure the cleaner head is fully
submerged before you begin operation.
• Clean the canister after each cleaning cycle.
• Do not leave your cleaner in the pool on a
permanent basis.
• At the end of each cycle, remove the cleaner
from the pool. Start at the cleaner head and
untangle any coils in the cable before storing
the cleaner.
The Adventura 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.
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4.3 Start / Stop Cleaning
The factory default cleaning surface setting is
Floor and Walls .
• Use to change cleaning surface
setting.
• Toggle between: Floor Only Floor
and Walls
• With cleaner submerged in the water,
press to begin operation.
• The control box will display the time
remaining for the selected cycle in hours
and minutes.
4.4 Lift System / Removal From Pool
The Lift System is designed to assist in
retrieving the robot from the pool. The Lift
System can be activated at any time during or
after a cleaning cycle.
1. Press on the Control Unit to
begin the automated procedure to bring the
cleaner to the wall.
NOTE: To stop the procedure at any time, press and
release the button again.
4.2 Using the Control Unit
Select Cleaning Surface
• Floor
• Floor and Walls
Start/Stop Cleaner
Operation
Lift System
Remove Cleaner
from Pool
Information LED
Cleaner Error
Indicator
2. Next, press and HOLD to rotate the
cleaner.
3. Once the cleaner is facing the wall of
your choice for retrieval, release the
button.
4. Cleaner will drive forward and up the wall
it is facing. It will wait at the waterline to
be retrieved.
5. When the cleaner is within arm's reach,
use the handle to lift it from the water
(Figure 14).
NOTE: Never lift the cleaner out of the pool by the
floating cable.
Figure 14. Lift Cleaner From Pool with Handle
6. Hold the cleaner vertically over the pool
surface to drain water before removing
(Figure 15).
Dirty Canister
Indicator
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Figure 15. Lift Cleaner From Pool with Handle
CAUTION
Use care and correct lifting technique when
lifting heavy objects. Incorrect removal of the
cleaner from the pool can cause muscle strain
or back injury.
4.5 Rinsing the Cleaner
Rinse the cleaner after every cleaning cycle. Use
slightly soapy clean water, then rinse generously
with clean water. Do not use solvents such
as acetone or its equivalent. Do not let your
cleaner dry in direct sunlight near the pool.
4.6 Cleaning the Filter Canister
WARNING
To avoid electric shock and other hazards
which could result in permanent injury or death,
disconnect (unplug) the control box from the
power source before performing any cleaning and
maintenance.
1. Make sure the control box cable is
disconnected from the electrical
outlet or the floating cable has been
disconnected from the control box.
2. Remove the cleaner from the water
and let the remaining water drain by
maintaining the cleaner in the vertical
position.
3. Set the unit on its wheels.
4. Push the cover lock and lift the cover
until it is secured in the vertical position
(Figure 16).
Figure 16 Lift Cleaner Cover
5. Remove the filter canister assembly
from the body (Figure 17).
Figure 17. Remove the Filter Canister
6. Push the quick release button on the
canister assembly and pull open the
filter assembly (Figure 18).
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Figure 18. Release Filter Canister Handle
7. Separate the filter canister from the filter
support (See Figure 19).
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Figure 19. Release Filter Canister Handle
8. Empty all debris from the filter canister,
then rinse the canister, the filter support,
and the cleaner under water or using a
hose (Figure 20).
Figure 20. Rinse the Filter Canister
9. Let the lid and filter canister dry.
10. Replace lid on the canister and then
replace canister back into the cleaner
body.
11. Plug the floating cable back into the
Control box and store the cleaner out of
direct sunlight for next use.
4.7 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 water. Do not let
your cleaner dry in direct sunlight near the pool.
The cleaner must be stored on its caddy so that
it dries quickly.
1. Starting at the cleaner head. Remove all
coils and tangles from the cable
(see Figure 21).
Figure 21. Untangle the Floating cable
2. Place the cleaner in vertical position on
the caddy base with the rear tracks on
the caddy side wedges (see Figure 22).
Figure 22. Cleaner Stored Correctly on Caddy
3. Loosely coil the power cable starting
at the cleaner and moving toward the
connection point at control unit. Store
the cable by wrapping it around the hook
located on the front of the caddy.
WARNING
To avoid electric shock and other hazards
which could result in permanent injury or death,
disconnect (unplug) the cleaner from the power
source before performing any cleaning and
maintenance.
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Section 5. Maintenance
5.1 Cord Tangling
IMPORTANT
The floating cable may become tangled if
correct procedure is not followed after each
cleaning cycle.
After every cleaning cycle:
1. Unplug the floating cable from the
Control box.
2. Remove the cleaner from the pool and
untangle all kinks and coils in the floating
cable starting at the cleaner head
(Figure 23).
Figure 23. Untangle the Floating Cable
3. Plug the floating cable back into Control
box and store cleaner out of direct
sunlight for next use.
5.2 Replacing the Brushes
The cleaner is fitted with PVC brushes. There
are ''wear'' indicators (Figure 24) on the
brushes. To maintain cleaner performance at its
best you need to replace the brushes as soon
as one of the wear indicators has been reached
(even if the blade wear is not even). Baracuda
recommends that you replace the brushes
when the rubber is worn down to the top of the
wear indicator (or every two years, whichever
comes first).
Figure 24. Wear Indicators
1. Stand the cleaner on its end in a vertical
position (Figure 25).
Figure 25. Stand Cleaner Upright
2. Separate the edges of the brush, undo
the tabs, and remove the worn brush.
3. Position the new brush matt underneath
the roller with the bristles facing
downwards. Refer to Figure 26.
Figure 26. Position the New Brush on Roller
4. Thread each tab into the slot provided
and gently feed it through until the heel
comes out at the other side of the slot.
Refer to Figure 27.
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Figure 27. Pull Tabs Through Each Slot
5. Use scissors to cut the tabs at the
guides, as shown in Figure 28.
Figure 28. Stand Cleaner on its Side
6. Repeat this procedure to replace the
second brush matt.
5.3 Replacing the Track
1. Starting at one of the wheels, pull on the
inside of the track to separate the tire lip
from the wheel. See Figure 29. Remove
the old tyre from the cleaner.
Figure 29. Pull the Track Over Wheels to Remove
3. Remove the old tyre. See Figure 30.
4. To replace the tyre, position the tyre on
the wheel making sure to orient the tyre
so that the word INSIDE is toward the
body of the cleaner (Figure 30).
Figure 30. Tire Replacement Orientation
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Towards
Body
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5. Push one side of the tire on to the wheel
and fit the rib of the tire in the groove of
the wheel (Figure 31).
Figure 31. Start on One Side of the Tire
6. Work the tire onto the wheel and verify
the rib of the tire is positioned properly
within the groove of the wheel
(Figure 32).
Figure 32. Work the Tire On Around the Wheel
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7. Push and position the rib of the inner
side of the tire in the groove of the wheel
( Figure 33). If needed, turn the wheel
gently to help with installation.
Figure 33. Push the Tire into Place on the Wheel
Section 6. Troubleshooting
6.1 Using the Information LED
The information LED on the Control box
flashes in a specific sequence to indicate one of
three possible cleaner malfunctions.
LED Flashing Cause Solution
1 Flash
LED flashes once
Floating cable may not be
plugged into the Control box
correctly.
Unplug the floating cable from the Control box and
reconnect.
If the problem persists, contact Baracuda Customer
Service at 1300 784 423
2 Flashes
LED flashes twice
Cleaner wheels may be jammed
or brushes may be blocked with
debris.
Turn cleaner wheels to ensure they are not jammed.
Check brushes for debris.
Start a new cleaning cycle.
If the problem persists, contact Baracuda Customer
Service at 1300 784 423.
3 Flashes
LED flashes three
Pump axis or propeller may be
jammed with debris.
Dirty filter.
Check the pump axis for debris.
Check propeller for debris.
Clean the filter.
Start a new cleaning cycle.
If the problem persists, contact Baracuda Customer
Service at 1300 784 423.
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Problem Cause Solution
The Information LED
flashes just after
Start.
Floating cable may not be plugged
into the Control box correctly.
Remove cleaner from the pool. Unplug floating cable
from the Control box and reconnect.
Cleaner may not be fully submerged. Remove cleaner from the pool and re-submerge,
see Submerging the Cleaner.
Cleaner may need to be reset and
begin a new cycle.
Remove cleaner from the pool. Press power button OFF,
then begin a new cycle.
Propeller may be jammed and not
turning correctly.
Remove cleaner from the pool. Contact Baracuda
Customer Service at 1300 784 423
Wheels may be jammed and not turn-
ing correctly.
Remove cleaner from the pool. Contact Baracuda
Customer Service at 1300 784 423
The Information LED
flashes during the
cleaning cycle.
Cleaner may be sucking air (lights will
appear after 60 seconds air intake)
Remove cleaner from the pool and re-submerge, see
Submerging the Cleaner.
The cleaner does not
stay firmly on the
pool bottom.
There is air in the appliance casing. Remove cleaner from the pool and re-submerge, see
Submerging the Cleaner.
The filter canister is full or dirty. Remove cleaner from the pool. Clean the filter canister,
see Cleaning the Filter Canister.
The cleaner does not
or no longer climbs
the pool walls.
The filter canister is full or dirty. Remove cleaner from the pool. Clean the filter canister,
see Cleaning the Filter Canister.
Walls of pool are slippery or slimy.
Although the water seems clear,
microscopic algae, invisible to the hu-
man eye, are present in the pool. As a
result the pool sides become slippery
and prevent the cleaner from climb-
ing. Check tires for wear and replace
as necessary.
Remove cleaner from the pool. Do a shock chlorination
treatment to eliminate algae. DO NOT leave the cleaner
in the pool during this treatment.
On startup the clean-
er does not move.
No power supply to the cleaner. Remove cleaner from the pool. Check that the power
outlet to which the Control box is connected is
operating correctly by plugging another device into the
power outlet..
Unit is turned ON. Check that you have started one (1) of the two (2)
programs and check that the indicator for the selected
program is lit. If the indicator light is not lit, turn the
wheels then disconnect the control box and wait at least
20 seconds before reconnecting.
If the problem persists, contact Baracuda Customer
Service at 1300 784 423
Cable is tangling in
the pool
Too much cable length in the water. Remove cleaner from the pool. Do not unravel the entire
cable. Use only maximum cable length to cover the pool
area. Place the remaining unused cable on the side of
the pool. Adjust the entry location in the pool to correct
cord tangling.Follow the procedure in Cord Tangling to
avoid and correct tangled cord.
The cleaner is not
cleaning effectively.
The brushes have become smooth or
the "wear" indicator shows.
Remove cleaner from the pool. Replace the brushes
following the procedure in
Replacing the Brushes.
Filter canister is full or dirty. Remove cleaner from the pool. Clean the filter canister
following the procedure in Cleaning the Filter Canister.
Floating cable is excessively coiled or
kinked.
Remove cleaner from the pool. Make sure the floating
cable is spread out over the pool. Ensure the cable is
not too tightly wrapped or coiled when storing. If the
problem persists, lay the cable straight in the sun to
relax it and remove kinks. Follow the procedure in Cord
Tangling to avoid and correct tangled cord.
6.2 General Troubleshooting
The following table lists some of the common symptoms, causes, and solutions for correcting
cleaner operation problems.
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Section 7. Conformity
IEC 60335-2-41
Australian Cert. No. SAA100894EA
SAA100540
3145455L100001-01A
87002641965
The manufacturer reserves the right to modify
these specifications without notice. Although
the robotic pool cleaners have been tested in a
large variety of swimming pools, Fluidra cannot
guarantee that this robotic pool cleaner will be
compatible with all pools. Some pool features
may affect performance. For further advice,
please contact your Baracuda dealer.
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