Hayward AquaVac 6 Series User manual

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Hayward Pool Products
620 Division Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07207
www.hayward.com
Hayward Pool Europe
1070 Allée des Chênes
01150 St-Vulbas, France
www.hayward.fr
Hayward Pool Products (Australia) Pty Ltd.
Melbourne-Sydney-Brisbane-Perth
P.O Box 4384, Dandenong South VIC. 3164
www.hayward-pool.com.au
Hayward Pool Products Canada
2880 Plymouth Drive
Oakville, ON L6H 5R4
www.haywardpool.ca
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AquaVac 6 Series

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
observed including the following. Failure to adhere to the safety warnings below may result in
severe injury, death or property damage.
• Closely supervise children and pets at all times to ensure
they do not play with the cleaner – it is not a toy.
• Ensure that children do not attempt to access the cleaner
while it is operating.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
DO NOT PERMIT CHILDREN TO USE THIS PRODUCT.
• NEVER swim with the cleaner in the pool.
• Always disconnect and completely remove the cleaner
before entering the pool.
• All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with applicable
local codes and regulations (See table at end of document).
Always follow local code requirements. Hazardous voltage
can shock, burn, and cause death or serious property damage.
• The cleaner should only be used with the provided cleaner
control unit, which supplies only Safety Extra Level Low
Voltage (SELLV) to the cleaner.
• The cleaner control unit shall be located at least 3.5 m (11.5 ft.)
from the closest edge of the pool.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD to connect control unit to electrical
outlet. This could create a safety hazard and/or damage
to the cleaner. Provide a properly located electrical outlet
per local building codes.
This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your equipment or in this manual, look
for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury.
WARNING warns about hazards that could cause serious personal injury, death or major
property damage and, if ignored, presents a potential hazard.
CAUTION warns about hazards that will or can cause minor or moderate personal injury
and/or property damage and, if ignored, presents a potential hazard. It also makes consumers
aware of actions that are unpredictable and unsafe.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - RISK OF INJURY
WARNING - RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
WARNING - RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
• Disconnect the cleaner control unit from the electrical
outlet before carrying out any user maintenance. Before
working on any equipment, disconnect control unit
from the equipment.
• Do not bury cable. Do not operate the cleaner with a
damaged cable. If the control unit power cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, service agent, or
similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• In the United States and Canada, the cleaner control unit
must be connected only to a supply circuit protected by a
ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualied
electrician if you cannot verify that the circuit is protected
by a GFCI. This GFCI should be tested on a routine basis.
To test the GFCI, push the test button. The GFCI should
interrupt power. Push reset button. Power should be
restored. If the GFCI fails to operate in this manner, the
GFCI is defective. If the GFCI interrupts power to the
cleaner control unit without the test button being pushed,
a ground current is owing, indicating the possibility of
an electrical shock. Do not use the cleaner control unit.
Disconnect the cleaner control unit and contact the
manufacturer for assistance.
• In Europe, Australia and New Zealand, the cleaner control
unit must be supplied through a residual current device
(RCD) having a rated residual operating current not
exceeding 30 mA. Contact a qualied electrician if you
cannot verify that the circuit is protected by a RCD.
• Never allow the plug to enter the water.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS AND
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
READ BEFORE USING THE CLEANER OPERATING CONDITIONS
CAUTION - RISK OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
• Do not operate outside the pool. This will damage the motor
seal and void the warranty.
• Do not drag the cleaner out of the pool against the side wall.
This could damage the cleaner and/or the pool wall.
• Only operate the cleaner for the period of time necessary to
clean the pool. Excessive use is unnecessary and will cause
cleaner parts to prematurely wear.
• Regularly inspect the cleaner, cables and control unit. Do
not use if damaged or if any rough edges are visible on the
cleaner. This can cause damage to the pool.
• Cleaner lter cartridges or debris canister should be
thoroughly cleaned after each use or as often as needed to
ensure the cleaner’s optimal performance.
• Never store the cleaner with dirty lter cartridges
or debris canister.
• Water temperature operation range: min 50°F / 10°C,
max 95°F / 35°C. Maximum operating depth: 3 m (10 ft.)
• Operating the cleaner in temperatures above or below this
range may affect performance, and cause premature
wear or failure.
• Ambient air temperature: max 104°F / 40°C.
• To protect from permanent damage, if the cleaner is exposed
to extremely hot ambient temperature, the power-supply will
limit or suspend operation until its temperature is down to an
acceptable operating level. To limit overheating and reduced
performance, it is recommended to keep the control unit out
of direct sunlight and keep the cooling fan unobstructed.
BOX CONTENTS
Download and install the Hayward
AquaVac Connect Application
on your mobile device.
For Wi-Fi Connected Cleaner Version Only
UNPACKING
• Operation instructions and warranty pack with product
information (serial and model number)
• Accessory pack
Caddy cart handle attachment pin
Canister O-ring and gasket lubricant
• Cleaner with cable
• Control unit
• Caddy cart (optional on some models)
• Carefully remove the contents of the box from the top.
Do not put the box on its side to remove content as some
parts may fall out of the box and get damaged.
• Verify the contents of the box.
• Carefully read the operation instructions and warning
document rst.
• Assemble the caddy cart (if included with product).
Unpacking and Cleaner Preparation
AquaVac
Connect
Wi-Fi Connected Model

CAUTION - RISK OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
The cleaner is not intended to clean the pool after extended
periods of disuse until the following steps have been taken:
1. Clear the pool of any large objects that might interfere
with the cleaner’s operation.
2. Check to see that the water is at the recommended level.
3. Check the water chemistry. The water should be
properly balanced (pH level), and the pool free from
algae. Algae can adversely affect the operation and
performance of the cleaner.
4. Clean or backwash the ltration system without the
cleaner in the pool.
NEW POOL CONSTRUCTION
POOL PREPARATION
POOLS WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS
• The cleaner should not be used to remove plaster dust or
construction debris from new or renovated pools.
• Brush the newly constructed pool surface and vacuum new
surface debris before installing the cleaner.
• The cleaner should not be used to remove excessive debris
before a seasonal pool opening or following a high wind
event or sandstorm.
• Pools with excessive amounts of debris should be
vacuumed manually before using the cleaner.
• Always empty the cleaner lter cartridges or debris canister
when lled with debris.
Pool Preparation
• NEVER SWIM WITH THE CLEANER IN THE POOL.
• Before using the cleaner, remove any items such as
thermometers, toys and other accessories from the pool.
Such items may cause damage to the cleaner or the pool.
Large debris should also be removed manually from
the pool before installing the cleaner.
• Chemical balance of water may affect cleaner performance,
accelerate wear of certain parts, and may lead to more
frequent maintenance.
• DO NOT LEAVE THE CLEANER IN THE POOL WHEN
CHEMICAL SHOCKING THE POOL.
• pH should be adjusted and kept between 7.2 – 7.8.
• Total chlorine should be maintained between 1.0 – 3.0 PPM.
The cleaner should never be used when chlorine level
(or other oxidizer) exceeds the normal values.
• Total alkalinity level should always be maintained
between 80 – 150 PPM.
• To keep the pool safe for swimming and protect your
equipment, have the water tested frequently and balance
chemicals accordingly.
pH: 7.2 - 7.8
Chlorine: 1.0-3.0 PPM
Total Alkalinity: 80 - 120 PPM
50˚- 100˚F
10˚- 37˚C
Cl2
>3.0 PPM

Control Unit Set-Up
Cleaner Set-Up
The AquaVac 6 Series Control Unit can be installed and
used in different locations:
1. Sitting on its kickstand, on a table or on the pool deck
2. Using the wall mount attachment xture located on the back
of the control unit (Mounting screw template supplied on the
reference guide)
3. Positioned on the caddy cart control unit cradle
Connect the cleaner cable to the control unit and plug the
control unit cord into a protected outlet.
INSTALL
To nd the best location for your control unit, please
consider the following:
• The control unit should preferably be kept in a shady area
and the cooling fan kept unobstructed.
2.75”/69.85mm
110/220 V
50Hz/60Hz
240 V
50 Hz
GFCI
220/230 V
50 Hz
RCD
• Leaving the control unit on the pool deck is acceptable but
precautions should be taken so it does not get damaged by
regular trafc around the pool or by playing children or pets.
• The cleaner control unit should be located at least
3.5 m (11.5 ft.) from the closest edge to the pool.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD to connect unit to electric supply.
• Based on your region of the world, the cleaner control unit
must be connected only to a supply circuit protected by a
ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI) or a residual
current device (RCD).

• It is ideal to have the control unit positioned near the
midpoint of your pool (lengthwise).
• Depending on the size and shape of your pool, the entire
length of the oating cable may not be necessary. The
oating cable should reach from the cleaner control unit to
the furthest point in the pool, plus the depth at the deep
end of the pool. To reduce cable tangling, any excess cable
should be coiled and placed next to the control unit.
CLEANER LOCATION
STARTING THE CLEANER
>3.5m
Submerge the cleaner in the pool by gently rocking it back,
forth and sideways to help the cleaner purge trapped air and
sink to the pool bottom.
48h
Schedule Mode - Press to choose a cleaning schedule.
Single Cleaning Cycle - Launch a single cleaning cycle.
Weekly Calendar Cycle - Launch the programmed daily cleaning
schedule on your AquaVac connect app.
Available on Wi-Fi models only.
Recurring Cycle - Launch a cleaning cycle every 48 hours
(At the time it’s been activated) or at the specic time set on your
AquaVac connect app (Wi-Fi models only).
48
h
Start the cleaning cycle or program by pressing the
Start/Stop button.
The blinking green light will change to solid green conrming that the
selected mode and schedule are now enabled, and the cleaner can
now start its program.
4
8
h
48h
Cleaning Mode - Press to choose a cleaning mode.
Full Cycle - The cleaner will clean the pool oor,
walls and waterline.
Waterline Only - The cleaner will clean only the waterline.
Available on Wi-Fi models only.
Floor Only - The cleaner will clean only the oor of the pool.
This mode is often used on pools equipped with automatic
covers, and is enabled to avoid the cleaner from climbing the
wall and touching the pool cover.

• During its cleaning cycle the cleaner may not climb the wall
or any vertical surfaces every time. It will adjust its cleaning
sequence to offer optimal pool coverage.
• For a quicker cleaning of the main area of the pool, the
Bottom Only mode may be selected.
• It is normal for the cleaner to operate in both forward and
reverse directions.
• The cleaning time may vary from one pool to another,
affected by pool size, shape, debris load, and/or
water condition.
CLEANING CYCLE
When the cleaning cycle is completed and the cleaner is either in
sleep mode (Start/Stop button light is solid blue) or in stand-by
mode (Start/Stop button light is blinking green), The AquaVac 6
Series can be easily removed from the pool by using the
“Tug & Catch” function.
1. Sharply tug the cable toward you two times
(Start/Stop button light will begin blinking white).
2. Wait for the cleaner to drive to the wall and climb
to the waterline.
3. Remove the cleaner by pulling it out of the water using the
handle on the cable.
4. Allow the cleaner to drain on the pool deck before removing
the canister for cleaning.
REMOVING THE CLEANER FROM THE POOL
START
*STOPS*
30 s.
• To avoid risk of damage or injury, the cleaner will not
operate when out of the water. It is equipped with sensors
that will allow it to recover from beach entry style pools or
shallow areas.
• The cleaner is equipped with an anti-tangling, electronic
cable which balances the left and right turning sequence
during a cleaning cycle. It may be required to straighten the
cleaner cable and let it lie in the sun to remove any bends or
kinks from storage or operation.
• When the cleaning cycle is completed, the cleaner will go
into stand-by mode for 30 minutes (Start/Stop button light
is blinking green).
• If no action is performed for 30 minutes, the cleaner will go
into sleep mode (Start/Stop button light turns solid blue).

Some water is kept in the canister to enable the self-cleaning
and ushing function for a true touch-free debris disposal.
If desired, most of the water can be removed from the canister
by simply tilting it toward the suction inlet check-valve.
Doing so may result in having to rinse the canister after
ushing the debris.
1. Turn the power off.
2. Lift the handle of the debris canister.
3. Remove the debris canister from the cleaner.
4. Twist the canister right and left to agitate the water and
loosen the debris, which may be packed within the canister.
5. When above the desired debris disposal area, squeeze the
red knob so the bottom lid opens and debris is ushed out
of the canister.
6. If needed, rinse the canister.
7. Close the bottom lid of the canister.
8. Replace the canister on the cleaner by aligning the suction
inlet on the canister with the suction inlet on the cleaner.
9. Press the handle down until a “click” is heard, and it is
locked in position.
You can now put the cleaner back in the pool or place
it in storage.
CLEANING THE DEBRIS CANISTER
CAUTION - RISK OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Operating the cleaner with a full lter or debris canister will
result in reduced performance, limited wall-climbing capability
and limited debris pick-up. Empty and clean the lter or
canister, when needed, to maintain optimal performance.
Heavier debris such as sand, pebbles and rocks may require
more frequent cleaning, since they have a greater effect on the
weight and buoyancy of the cleaner.
CLICK
CLICK
CLICK

Control Unit Interface
48
h
AV6 AV6 WI-FI
48
h
Start/Stop
Cleaning Mode
Schedule Mode
Wi-Fi LED
Full Cycle
Waterline Only
Canister Full LED
Weekly Calendar Cycle
Single Cleaning Cycle
Recurring Cycle
48h
Floor Only

Control Unit Message
48
h
AV6
AV6 WI-FI
48
h
No Power
No Communication
Sleep
Stand-By
Cleaning
Thermal Management Mode
Error
Fault
Software Update
Tug & Catch In Progress
Direct Drive
Spot Clean

Control Unit Wi- Message
48
h
AV6
AV6 WI-FI
48
h
Wi-fi Connected
Wi-fi Not Connected
No Power
No Wifi
1. Press Start/Stop button for 3 seconds >Put cleaner to sleep
2. Press Schedule Mode button for 3 seconds >Light Down (dim)
3. Press Cleaning Mode button for 3 seconds >Light Up (bright)
4. Press Start/Stop button and Cleaning Mode button for 10 seconds
>Reset Wi-Fi settings to Factory and Reboot
5. Press Start/Stop button, Cleaning Mode button and Schedule Mode
button for 10 seconds >All settings > Factory Reset and Reboot.
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ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Electric codes
Codes électriques
Códigos eléctricos
Codici elettrici
Vorschriften für die Elektroinstallation
Elektrische codes
Códigos elétricos
US: National Electric Code (NEC)
CAN: Canadian Electric Code (CEC)
AUS-NZ: AZ/NZS 3000
EU-UK
Use Only Genuine Hayward Replacement Parts
N’utilisez que des pièces détachées d’origine Hayward
Utilice únicamente piezas de repuesto originales de Hayward
Utilizzare esclusivamente pezzi di ricambio originali Hayward
Verwenden Sie nur Original-Ersatzteile von Hayward
Gebruik uitsluitend originele Hayward-onderdelen
Utilize apenas peças sobresselentes de origem Hayward
FNF EN C 15-100 GB BS7671:1992
DDIN VDE 0100-702 EW EVHS-HD 384-7-702
AÖVE 8001-4-702 HMSZ 2364-702:1994 / MSZ 10-533 1/1990
EUNE 20460-7-702 1993,
REBT ITC-BT-31 2002 MMSA HD 384-7-702.S2
IRL Wiring Rules + IS HD 384-7-702 PL PN-IEC 60364-7-702:1999
ICEI 64-8/7 CZ CSN 33 2000 7-702
LUX 384-7.702 S2 SK STN 33 2000-7-702
NL NEN 1010-7-702 SLO SIST HD 384-7-702.S2
PRSIUEE TR TS IEC 60364-7-702
Hayward Pool Products
620 Division Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07207
www.hayward.com
Hayward Pool Europe
1070 Allée des Chênes
01150 St-Vulbas, France
www.hayward.fr
Hayward Pool Products (Australia) Pty Ltd.
Melbourne-Sydney-Brisbane-Perth
P.O Box 4384, Dandenong South VIC. 3164
www.hayward-pool.com.au
Hayward Pool Products Canada
2880 Plymouth Drive
Oakville, ON L6H 5R4
www.haywardpool.ca