Betta SE User manual

Betta® SE
Smart Pool Skimmer
Owner’s Manual
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1.Important Safety Instructions
●DO NOT SWIM while Betta is working in the pool. Take it out of the pool and keep it at a cool place under the
shade when the pool is in use.
●Betta Smart Pool Skimmer is NOT a toy. Keep it away from children.
●Be sure to watch your steps and maintain your balance when working by the pool side.
●Do not use while other pool cleaning devices are in the pool.
●During swimming season, keep Betta in the pool all the time unless the pool is in use or the unit needs cleaning or
service.
●Do NOT leave Betta in a hot and dry spot out of the pool unattended to avoid severe damage to the unit.
●Do NOT wash Betta using pressure washer as it would cause damage to the unit.
2.About Betta
Thank you for purchasing Betta the smart pool skimmer. Betta will provide you with years of reliable service when it is
well taken care of and maintained properly. Be sure to read all the instructions in this manual to fully understand how to use
and care for the unit.
Betta is a smart pool skimmer that mostly runs by itself. It works as a pool surface cleaner/skimmer and is powered
completely by the solar panel that charges the battery built inside. Betta is fully self-driving unless controlled by the
optional remote included. It has a control system with various sensors including a Gyro scope to guide itself while
maneuvering on the pool surface. The unit picks up floating debris in its path and collects it into the removable collection
basket inside. Typically, every 3-4days, you can remove the unit from the pool , empty the collection basket, and clean the
unit using water hose. Place it back to the pool and it starts working right away after cleaning is done.
There is no need to plug in to charge. The unit has a high-capacity top solar panel that charges the battery
when there is sunlight and manages the operation automatically based on the battery charge. The unit runs 100% on
solar energy and does NOT have any AC/DC/USB charging ports.
3.Components

Parts List
1. Cover Lock
2. Distance Measure Sensor
3. LED Status Indictor
4. Guide Wheel
5. Propeller
6. Anti-stranding Bar
7. Solar Panel
8. Power Switch
9. Cover
10. Debris Collection Basket
11. Debris Intake Impeller
12. Handle
4.Using the Pool Cleaner
4.1 Using the unit for the first time
Note: Betta ONLY takes solar charge when power switch is ON
Be sure to watch your steps and maintain your balance when working by
the pool side.
Step 1. Slide the power switch to the position that you can see “ON” mark to turn on
the unit. LED status indicators at front will flash and then the propellers and
impeller will start running.
Step 2. Place Betta into your pool and it will start moving and cleaning the pool’s surface.
Betta runs in either Auto Mode or Remote Control Mode during operation.
Auto Mode
Betta is designed and programmed to be fully self-driving. It maneuvers and
guides itself by reading the sensors and managing operations and charging smartly on
its own. By default, the unit will be working in Auto Mode unless it’s operated by the
remote control.
Remote Control Mode
You can manually control Betta’s movement and travel path in the pool using
included remote control when needed. For example, if you want Betta to go left, just
press and hold the left button on the remote. Remote Mode gives you fast control to
move Betta wherever you want.

4.2 Remote Control
Pairing Betta with a New Remote
The remote control packed with Betta has been paired in the factory.
You only need to do this step if it doesn’t work, or you replaced it with a new one.
First, slide the power to “OFF” position to turn off the unit. Second, slide the switch to
“ON” to turn it on. Press any button once on the remote control within 5 seconds after
you turn on the unit. Test the buttons on the remote after the 5 seconds and see if the
unit is moving accordingly. If yes, the paring completes. If not, repeat this process from
the beginning. If no success on paring, please contact Betta customer service.
Using Remote Control
You should be able to use the remote control out of the box since it’s
paired with your Betta in the factory. You only need to pair it if it doesn’t work,
or you replaced either the Betta unit or the remote control.
Press any button on the remote control. Betta will instantly enter Remote Control Mode.
Press and hold the left button to move Betta left, press and hold the right button to
move Betta right, so on and so forth.
To go back to Auto Mode, press the middle button down for 2 seconds, and Betta
will go back to Auto. Also, if you do not operate Betta with the remote control for 2
minutes, it will go back to Auto Mode by itself.
4.3 LED Light Status Indicator
LED light status indicators (one on each side at front) will show the operation
status information of working conditions of the unit.
Standard Mode: lights flash in Green.
Status: there is enough power, the unit will keep running.
Intermittent Mode: lights flash in Red.
Status: the battery is low; the unit is running at irregular intervals in
attempts to locate sunlight where it can be recharged.
Sleep Mode: all indicator lights are off.

Status: the battery is very low, or battery becomes completely discharged.
Remote Mode: lights are in steady Green.
Status: the unit is controlled manually via a remote control.
Strand Mode: lights flash in combination of Red and Green.
Status: the unit's propellers or impeller is not working properly, most
likely it has been stuck by obstacles or cannot run freely. In this case it
will stop running automatically. The unit will try to restart every 20
minutes when it is in Strand Mode.
4.4 Use of Anti-stranding Bars
When to use:
If there are shallow stairs or other structures in your pool, Betta may be stuck on
it. You can adjust the built-in anti-stranding bars to solve this problem.
How to use:
Press the upper button on the bar housing and pull down the bars. Each bar can
be set in two positions in height. Adjust them in pairs – both front and/or both rear to
keep it balanced.
Retrieving the anti-stranding bars: Press the lower button on the bar housing and
push the bar up until it’s fully in position.

4.5 Battery Run Time during Winter
During winter months, the battery may not get a full charge because the sunlight
is not as strong as during summer. Therefore, you should expect Betta to have a
shorter run time than in the summer. Even in a sunny winter climate like CA, FL, and
AZ, you will not get as fast charge as in the summer, and a full charge will need a
longer period.
5.Cleaning and Storage
Empty Collection Basket and Cleaning
Be sure to watch your steps and maintain your balance when working by
the pool side.
Clean the debris collection basket every 2-3 days to keep Betta running at high efficiency.
1) Use the remote or waiting until Betta is close to the shallow end of the pool
where you can have safe access to Betta.
2) Keep it flat when you lift it up by using two hands – one on the front handle
and the other on the lift grip at the rear end to avoid debris getting out of the
basket. Leave Betta on a flat surface to rest the unit.
3) Slide power switch off.
4) Unlock the cover lock. Lift the basket handle up to remove the basket out of
the unit and empty the debris.
5) Rinse the basket out with water hose until it’s completely clean.
6) Put the basket back in the unit, secure the cover lock, and turn power on.
7) While cleaning the basket, you may also clean the solar panel. You may see
some white residues on the solar panel which are chemicals and minerals
from pool water. Wash the residues out using water hose and wipe clean with
soft dry cloth. Do NOT use pressure washer to clean or any tools to scrape
or brush the panel to avoid damages.
Winter and Long-Term Storage
If you are closing your pool for the winter, please remove Betta from the pool. Rinse Betta off

with hose water, let it completely dry, and keep it indoor at room temperature in a dry
place away from high heat. Before the first use of the next season, check all the parts
of Betta for signs of trouble before putting it back in use. Turn power on when ready to
use.
6.Troubleshooting
Note: Betta ONLY takes solar charge when power switch is ON
Below is some info that should help your daily use of Betta.
Problem
Possible reason
What to Do
Not running at night
The unit is in Sleep Mode.
The status lights are off,
indicating the battery level
is very low or completely
discharged.
Leave the unit in the pool. After sunrise
the next day, the unit will start running in
intervals in attempts to locate spots with
good sunlight where it can be
recharged. You may manually place it in
the direct
sunlight to charge it faster.
Not running
during the
daytime
Scenario 1: The unit is in
Intermittent Mode – the
status lights are flashing in
Red, indicating the batter is
low.
You may leave it as is in the pool, the
unit will run in intervals in attempts to
locate sunlight where it can be
recharged.
Scenario 2: The unit is
in Sleep Mode. The
status lights are off,
indicating the battery
level is very low or
completely discharged.
Try to place it in the spot that has
direct sunlight in the pool and wait
until it gets some charge.
Scenario 3: The unit is in
Strand Mode. Status
lights are flashing in Red
and Green indicating
Betta is stuck at some
structures, such as stairs,
stools, or
propeller/impeller is
strapped by something.
● Be patient and wait for a few
minutes. The unit will try restarting
every 20 minutes when it is in Strand
Mode.
● Ensure that the basket is in
place, and the Cover Lock is properly
secured.
● Check propellers and Impeller
for dirt, string, or hair.
Unit only runs a
short time when
sunlight is
sufficient
1) The solar panel
has residues.
2) Propeller or Impeller is
strapped.
● Clean the solar panels.
● Ensure propellers and
Impeller are turning freely.

The unit is moving
in circles
One or both propellers
are trapped which makes
the unit running
unbalanced.
Check propellers and Impeller for dirt,
string, and hair.
Can't be controlled
by remote
If the light on remote
control is not lit when
press any button, remote
control batteries are low.
Replace remote batteries (2x AAA).
Remote unit is not paired
with Betta.
Try paring the remote control with Betta
unit again.
Betta may be in Sleep
Mode when battery
charge is extra low or
completely
discharged.
When sunlight becomes available, the
unit will exit Sleep Mode and can then
be controlled by remote.
7.Warranty Information
Betta is designed to work in fresh water or salty water up to 5000 P.P.M. The unit
comes with 1- Year Manufacturer’s Warranty from the date of purchase. Using the
unit in sea water pools will void the warranty. If you have any issues or concerns,
please contact us directly. Betta honors extended warranty ONLY through Betta Care.
Any other offers from third-party retailers will not be serviced by Betta directly. If you
have any questions about Betta warranty, please contact us at [email protected] or
888-692-3882.
Warranty Registration
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Extended Warranty (Betta
Care)
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8.Customer Service
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