Gator Auto Skim User manual

STEP 1: PREPARING YOUR FILTRATION SYSTEM
Your weir regulator valve will look similar to:
Replace your weir regulator valve with the
CONNECTOR (part GA13):
Problem: GATOR is sluggish or does not operate at all.
Solution: 1. Check that CONNECTOR is substituted for your weir regulator valve.
2. Check that weir and pump baskets are clean.
3. Backwash the filter.
4. Check that vacuum lid is flush in the weir.
5. Check that water flow direction through GATOR is correct.
6. Check that aim flow(s) is not restricting return water flow.
(E.g. a wall mounted leaf skimmer would create this problem).
7. Increase the tension on the TENSION PLATE on GATOR.
Problem: Surface water enters GATOR too slowly.
Solution: 1. Refer to items 1—4 above.
2. Decrease the tension on TENSION PLATE on GATOR.
3. Add an extra float spacer to each side.
Problem: GATOR rises up out of the water and takes in air.
Solution: 1. Increase the tension on TENSION PLATE.
2. Add one float spacer to each side.
3. Check that inner and outer cylinders move easily in relation to
each other. If not, remove the slide stop rivet (part no. GA8),
separate the cylinders, rinse off any debris and reassemble.
Problem: Automatic Pool cleaner hose curls up or tangles around GATOR.
Solution: 1. Move GATOR 1 or 2 hose sections closer to the pool pump.
2. Ensure that hoses are not twisted when attaching GATOR.
Problem: Automatic Pool Cleaner moves in a fixed pattern.
Solution: 1. Adjust the return outlet (airflow) towards the bottom of the pool.
2. Ensure that hose lengths are in good condition
3. Pool hose may be too short. Add more lengths of hose.
4. Consult your automatic pool cleaner instruction manual.
STEP 3: CHECK PUMP EFFICIENCY
While the GATOR is designed to reduce pool maintenance time, maintenance of your
entire pool system should be completed for optimum GATOR performance.
Important: Switch the pool pump off before carrying out cleaning procedures.
1. Empty leaf baskets frequently
2. Backwash the filter regularly.
3. Check the GATOR for: a) leaves trapped in the flap valve area and b) easy
movement of inner and outer cylinders.
4. Periodically use the GATORGUAGE to ensure that no leaks or faults have
developed in your pump/ filter system.
Attach one section of hose to the CONNECTOR, and insert the
GATORGUAGE, (part no.GA14) into the other end of the hose. Ensure that
GATORGUAGE is below water surface. Switch pump on and observe the
reading after about 30 seconds.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY: The GATOR Autoskim is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year
from date of purchase. The warranty expressly excludes any failure due to improper installation, abuse or lack of reasonable
maintenance. In no event will GatorSA (Pty) Ltd or Only About Innovations LLC be held liable for incidental or consequential
damages to person or property.
1. Ensure that pump is switched off. 3. Empty the pump leaf bask
2. Empty the weir leaf basket 4. Carry out backwash procedure
Off
2. Empty the weir leaf basket
STEP 2: IDENTIFY AND REPLACE WEIR REGULATOR

STEP 4: SET GATOR ADJUSTMENTS
The GUAGE will register an a, b, c, or dreading. An
a reading shows excellent suction and a d reading
very poor suction.
IMPORTANT: A d reading shows an inadequate flow of water and
therefore a poorly functioning pump and filter system that needs to be
attended to before you can install your GATOR.
The TENSION PLATE (part GA2) is set in the
factory to medium. It shouldn’t be necessary
to change this setting. However, should you
wish to experiment, the following is
applicable: A higher setting increases the
speed of your pool cleaner, and decreases
a or b reading:
Assemble with SPACERS (part GA5)
c reading: Assemble floats without
SPACERS
Parts Identification
STEP 5: INSTALLATION
Separate your hose 2 sections from your automatic pool cleaner (3 for deep
pools). Take your GATOR and insert the end with the FLOW direction arrow
facing toward the weir.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
over the water surface, removing
surface debris as it moves along. Should
any problems be encountered, please
refer to the “Troubleshooting”.
VERY IMPORTANT: installing GATOR in the wrong direction could cause
damage to your pump.
Allow the GATOR to fill with water by turning on its side, then allow it to
float level. Your GATOR is now fully installed! Switch the pool pump on. The
GATOR should start operating normally, and will begin floating randomly
STEP 5: INSTALLATION CONTINUED
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the volume of water entering GATOR. A Low setting will have the
opposite effect.

STEP 4: SET GATOR ADJUSTMENTS
The GUAGE will register an a, b, c, or dreading. An
a reading shows excellent suction and a d reading
very poor suction.
IMPORTANT: A d reading shows an inadequate flow of water and
therefore a poorly functioning pump and filter system that needs to be
attended to before you can install your GATOR.
The TENSION PLATE (part GA2) is set in the
factory to medium. It shouldn’t be necessary
to change this setting. However, should you
wish to experiment, the following is
applicable: A higher setting increases the
speed of your pool cleaner, and decreases
a or b reading:
Assemble with SPACERS (part GA5)
c reading: Assemble floats without
SPACERS
Parts Identification
STEP 5: INSTALLATION
Separate your hose 2 sections from your automatic pool cleaner (3 for deep
pools). Take your GATOR and insert the end with the FLOW direction arrow
facing toward the weir.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
over the water surface, removing
surface debris as it moves along. Should
any problems be encountered, please
refer to the “Troubleshooting”.
VERY IMPORTANT: installing GATOR in the wrong direction could cause
damage to your pump.
Allow the GATOR to fill with water by turning on its side, then allow it to
float level. Your GATOR is now fully installed! Switch the pool pump on. The
GATOR should start operating normally, and will begin floating randomly
STEP 5: INSTALLATION CONTINUED
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the volume of water entering GATOR. A Low setting will have the
opposite effect.

STEP 1:
Turn off your pool
pump.
Connect the
CAP ADAPTER to the
INPUT connector of
the Gator
. Arrow
indicates this part.
STEP 1:
Turn off your pool
pump. Connect the
CAP ADAPTER to the
INPUT connector of
the Gator. Arrow
indicates this part
STEP 2:
Connect one or two sections
of hose to the other side of
the gator. Return to pool and
install as per normal Gator
installation
For times you wish to remove surface debris quickly
and wish to disengage your automatic pool cleaner
STEP 2:
Connect one or two sections
of hose to the other side of
the gator. Return to pool and
install as per normal Gator
installation
For times you wish to remove surface debris quickly
and wish to disengage your automatic pool cleaner
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South Africa email: [email protected]
United States:
[e-mail]
Australia:[e-mail]

STEP 1:
Connect the FEMALE end of the
pool hose to the FLOW OUT.
STEP 2:
Connect the Male end of the
pool hose using the FEMALE TO
FEMALE (Universal) adapter.
Note for American customers: Some of the hoses sold in the United States
are smaller than the standard i.e. 1¼ inches. The Female-to-Female
(Universal) adapter is supplied to secure the connection in this instance.
Arrow indicates this part.
Note for American customers: Some of the hoses sold in the United States
are smaller than the standard i.e. 1¼ inches. The Female-to-Female
(Universal) adapter is supplied to secure the connection in this instance.
Arrow indicates this part.
STEP 1:
Connect the FEMALE end of the
pool hose to the FLOW OUT.
STEP 2:
Connect the Male end of the
pool hose using the FEMALE TO
FEMALE (Universal) adapter.
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South Africa email: [e-mail]
United States: [e-mail]
Australia:[e-mail]
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South Africa email: [email protected]
United States: [e-mail]
Australia:[e-mail]

STEP 1: PREPARING YOUR FILTRATION SYSTEM
Your weir regulator valve will look similar to:
Replace your weir regulator valve with the
CONNECTOR (part GA13):
Problem: GATOR is sluggish or does not operate at all.
Solution: 1. Check that CONNECTOR is substituted for your weir regulator valve.
2. Check that weir and pump baskets are clean.
3. Backwash the filter.
4. Check that vacuum lid is flush in the weir.
5. Check that water flow direction through GATOR is correct.
6. Check that aim flow(s) is not restricting return water flow.
(E.g. a wall mounted leaf skimmer would create this problem).
7. Increase the tension on the TENSION PLATE on GATOR.
Problem: Surface water enters GATOR too slowly.
Solution: 1. Refer to items 1—4 above.
2. Decrease the tension on TENSION PLATE on GATOR.
3. Add an extra float spacer to each side.
Problem: GATOR rises up out of the water and takes in air.
Solution: 1. Increase the tension on TENSION PLATE.
2. Add one float spacer to each side.
3. Check that inner and outer cylinders move easily in relation to
each other. If not, remove the slide stop rivet (part no. GA8),
separate the cylinders, rinse off any debris and reassemble.
Problem: Automatic Pool cleaner hose curls up or tangles around GATOR.
Solution: 1. Move GATOR 1 or 2 hose sections closer to the pool pump.
2. Ensure that hoses are not twisted when attaching GATOR.
Problem: Automatic Pool Cleaner moves in a fixed pattern.
Solution: 1. Adjust the return outlet (airflow) towards the bottom of the pool.
2. Ensure that hose lengths are in good condition
3. Pool hose may be too short. Add more lengths of hose.
4. Consult your automatic pool cleaner instruction manual.
STEP 3: CHECK PUMP EFFICIENCY
While the GATOR is designed to reduce pool maintenance time, maintenance of your
entire pool system should be completed for optimum GATOR performance.
Important: Switch the pool pump off before carrying out cleaning procedures.
1. Empty leaf baskets frequently
2. Backwash the filter regularly.
3. Check the GATOR for: a) leaves trapped in the flap valve area and b) easy
movement of inner and outer cylinders.
4. Periodically use the GATORGUAGE to ensure that no leaks or faults have
developed in your pump/ filter system.
Attach one section of hose to the CONNECTOR, and insert the
GATORGUAGE, (part no.GA14) into the other end of the hose. Ensure that
GATORGUAGE is below water surface. Switch pump on and observe the
reading after about 30 seconds.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY: The GATOR Autoskim is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year
from date of purchase. The warranty expressly excludes any failure due to improper installation, abuse or lack of reasonable
maintenance. In no event will GatorSA (Pty) Ltd or Only About Innovations LLC be held liable for incidental or consequential
damages to person or property.
1. Ensure that pump is switched off. 3. Empty the pump leaf bask
2. Empty the weir leaf basket 4. Carry out backwash procedure
Off
2. Empty the weir leaf basket
STEP 2: IDENTIFY AND REPLACE WEIR REGULATOR