HY-CLOR GLIDE User manual

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GLIDE
POOL CLEANER
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL

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SAFETY & WARNINGS .................................................................................................. 4
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION ............................................................................................. 5
PARTS LIST ..................................................................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................. 7
CLEANER CARE ............................................................................................................. 13
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................... 15
WARRANTY .................................................................................................................... 17
Installation and
Operation Manual
Glide Pool
Cleaner

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1.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ PRIOR TO USE
SUCTION AND DROWNING RISKS
If your pool is equipped with one, you MUST cover your dedicated suction port/vac port/ automatic pool
cleaner port when not in use by the cleaner.
DO NOT allow anyone, especially children, to use or play with or around the cleaner or hose. Educate the
pool users about the dangers of the hose, cleaner, and suction ports.
DO NOT play with cleaner or apply cleaner or hose to body, clothing or hair. The hose and cleaner can take
hold of your body, hair, or clothing and cause serious injury. The suction from the hose or cleaner can trap a
swimmer underwater. NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO ENTER THE POOL when the cleaner is in use.
MOVING PARTS
STOP PUMP before swimming. The moving pool cleaner, hose and suction ports can injure or entrap
swimmers.
STOP PUMP the cleaner must be completely disabled by turning off the pool’s pump and suction before
cleaning or maintaining the cleaner. Moving parts and suction can injure ngers or body.
STOP PUMP, detach hose, and move the cleaner and hose to an unused corner of the pool. If the hose
interferes with the swimmers, remove it from the pool.
CHILD DROWNING RISK
Adult use only. Never allow children to use the Glide Pool Cleaner. Educate all pool users about the
dangers of the hose, cleaner and suction ports. Store out of reach of children. Keep away from pets.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations on your purchase of Glide pool cleaner. Your Glide cleaner can work in different types and sizes
of swimming pools and to climb walls freely. Unlike other cleaners, the Glide cleaner has an encased drive train to
reduce the risk of the engine jamming on debris. Your Glide cleaner will do an excellent job of cleaning your entire
pool.

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2.0 PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
Carefully read and follow all instructions contained in this operating manual. Failure to doso may cause injury,
inhibit the operation of the pool cleaner, or damageyour pool. The manufacturer disclaims any liability for repairs
or replacements to anystructures or components in the customer’s pool.
steps for preparing your pool before installing the cleaner.
PREPARING YOUR POOL
Before installing your Glide Pool Cleaner, you need to prepare your pool as the Glide pool cleaner will not
1. Vacuum your pool using a manual vacuum cleaner. Your pool should be free of heavy debris & algae
time.
2. Make sure the chemical balance of your pool water is correct. Chlorine at or below 3ppm and PH
between 7.2 and 7.8.
3. Brush your pool and let any debris settle.
5. Close the pool main drain (if your pool has one).
TIPS FOR USAGE
•
• Cleaner is not designed to clean steps, waterfalls or ladders so they will need manual cleaning with a brush.
• When removed from the pool, make sure the hose is stored straight - if hose coiling occurs, lay hose
sections out in sunlight to straighten.
• The cleaner should not run under a pool cover.
• Remove your Glide cleaner (including hose) before chemical treatment. Wait a minimum of 4 hours
after super chlorination (shock treatment) before re-installing Glide. Cleaner does not replace chemical
treatment so treat as needed. Algae will prevent the cleaner from working correctly and climbing walls.
•
• Periodically check your Glide for signs of wear. If necessary, replace any worn parts.
The cleaner was not designed to be used as the first clean after pool construction or at the beginning of
the season. The Pool Surface must be in good condition and must be cleaned of algae and debris prior to
the cleaner’s first use.
The GLIDE POOL CLEANER is not recommended for Fiberglass or Vinyl Pools. Hyclor is not responsible
for damage, or any issues caused by the pool Cleaner.
Your pool needs to be in good condition to use this cleaner. If there are broken tiles, crumbling plaster/
concrete or similar damage the cleaner could damage your pool further or damage itself.

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3.0 INSTALLING YOUR GLIDE POOL CLEANER
Your Glide Pool Cleaner is comes assembled, making installation quick and simple.
STEP 1: CHECK CONTENTS
Remove the cleaner body and all accessories from the box and check the contents. Refer to Figure 1.
No. Description Qty
1 Head Cleaner 1
2 Hose Lengths 14
3 Leader Hose 1
4 Flow Gauge 1
5 Hose Float 2
6 Control Valve Adaptor 1
7 Flow Control Valve 1
8 Female Hose 1
9 45º Adaptor 2
Figure 1.
1.
2.
3.
6.
7.
8.
4.
5. 9.

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STEP 2: CONNECT HOSES AND HOSE FLOAT
1. Assemble Hose Sections by pushing the male (smaller) Hose Cuff into the female (larger) Hose Cuff as
shown in Figure 2.
2. Connect the female cuff of the leader (shorter, softer) hose to Glide’s articulating swivel (on the top of the
cleaner). See Figure 3.
Figure 2.
Figure 3.
FEMALE HOSE END MALE HOSE END
LEADER HOSE

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3. Add the 2 Hose Floats to the cleaner:
• 1st Hose Float – About 30cm from Articulating
Swivel (at top of Leader Hose).
• 2nd Hose Float – About 50cm from the cleaner or
22cm from the rst oat.
Figure 4. 0cm 30cm 55cm
4. Next, connect sufcient lengths of hose to cover the distance from the pool skimmer or vacuum point to
the farthest point of your pool. See Figure 5.
5. Then add one extra length so you have enough hose to reach the farthest point of the pool, plus one
length.
6. Next, connect the last Female Hose Cuff to the Male Cuff of the Leader Hose.
The Male (smaller) Hose Cuff connects to the Flow Control Valve inside the skimmer or directly to the
suction port in the pool wall.
HOSE MUST REACH FURTHEST POINT IN POOL PLUS ONE LENGTH
Figure 5.

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STEP 3: INSTALLATION
WHEN CONNECTING TO THE POOL SKIMMER
When connecting to the pool skimmer, the Flow Control Valve must be used. The Flow Control Valve
ensures your Glide Pool Cleaner receives the ow required for optimum performance (see Figure 7).
1. Make sure the pool pump is turned OFF.
2. Remove all the air from the pool cleaner and hose.
TIP: An easy way to do this is rst to ensure the hose sections are tightly tted together and the cleaner is
attached to the hose. Then switch the pool pump ON. Next, take the open end of the hose and hold it
over one of the pool return lines/ inlets (where the water returns into the pool), wait a few seconds and
all air will be removed through the pool cleaner. Keep the end of the hose underwater so that air does
not get back into the hose. Then switch the pool pump OFF.
3. Attach Flow Control Valve to the Male Hose (smaller end). The Flow Flow Control Valve comes pre-
t with the Hose Adaptor attached to provide optimum t with the hose. The Flow Control Valve will
automatically regulate the ow to your Glide Cleaner. If the ow from the pump is too high, the spring
loaded ap will open to bypass the excess, so only the correct amount of ow goes through the cleaner.*
4. Remove the skimmer basket.
5. Insert the Flow Control Valve into the skimmer. If there are two holes at the bottom of the skimmer,
place it into the one at the back (the hole farthest from the opening in the skimmer). If necessary, use the
Control Valve Adaptor to ensure a good connection/snug t.
6. Turn the pool pump ON and your Glide Pool Cleaner will now begin automatically vacuuming your pool.
*Note: As the ow can vary from pool to pool, the Flow Control Valve can optimize Glide’s performance in
your pool. The Flow Control Valve is preset between positions 3-4. This provides the ideal operating ow in
most pools. If necessary, the ow can be adjusted by using any setting from position 1 through 6 (see Figure
6). (1 =minimum ow to slow your cleaner down and 6=maximum ow to speed your cleaner up).
Skimmer Plate
Skimmer Plate
Regulator Valve
45º Elbow Hose
(Male End)
Hose Cone
Skimmer Plate
45º Elbow Hose
(Female End)
Hose
Cone
2
5
1
34
6
Figure 6. Figure 7.
*Note: Alternate method if you are using a skimmer with integrated ow
valve. no need to use the ow control valve that comes with the cleaner.

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WHEN CONNECTING TO A DEDICATED VACUUM LINE IN THE POOL
Some pools are equipped with a dedicated vacuum line, which allows the cleaner to be connected to this
line. In such cases, the Flow Control Valve should NOT BE USED.
To connect to the dedicated vacuum line:
1. Make sure the pool pump is turned OFF.
2. Remove all the air from the pool cleaner and hose (see tip on page 7). This may require you to turn the
pool pump ON. If so, make sure it is turned OFF before going to the next step.
3. Open the spring-loaded ap on the vacuum line wall tting and insert the male (smaller) open end of
the hose. Ensure it is well secured.
4. If more or less ow is required, adjust valves at pool pad as needed.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
When using a dedicated vacuum line, make sure it is tted with a safety vacuum lock. This
will help prevent suction entrapment accidents. Contact your pool builder or retail pool
professional for details.
FINE TUNING THE CLEANER
Your Glide Cleaner is the only suction pool cleaner which is programmable - allowing you to optimize its
performance to meet the needs of your specic pool.
Your Glide Cleaner comes with standard setting, once you have it in the pool you need to adjust the wheel
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM). The optimal RPM for your Glide Cleaner should be between 11 and 14.
Note: Glide will still clean you pool at lower RPM, but it may struggle to move around corners, steps etc.
1. While your Glide Cleaner is running, bring it up to just beneath the surface of the pool water.
Note: You need to keep the cleaner below the surface of the water or it will suck air. For safety sake, it is
best to do this step at the shallow end of the pool. The pump must be operating so the pool cleaner is
running.
SAFETY REMINDER
Keep all body parts away from the suction port.
2. Users can choose the clean area (ground area or pool wall area) according to their own needs (see
Figure 8).

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a. If you are connected to the skimmer, rst remove the cleaner in the end of the hose, then inserted the
owmeter (see Figure 9 ). little head end of hose, after being ow stability, observe whether the meter dial
is in an area where you need to, if not you need area, adjust the ow control valve spring gear,make meter
dial in the area, you need choose good area after cleaning, remove the owmeter, remounted cleaner.
b. If your cleaner is connected to a dedicated vacuum line, adjust valves at pool pad as needed.
Figure 9.
Ground
Climb
2
5
1
3
4
6
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
To maintain the performance of your Glide Pool Cleaner:
• When removed from the pool, make sure the hose is stored straight. Never coil the hose as this may cause
the hose to develop a “memory;’which may adversely affect the performance of your Glide Pool Cleaner.
• Remove your Glide (including hose) before chemical treatment. Wait a minimum of 4 hours after super
chlorination (shock treatment) before re-installing the Glide Pool Cleaner.
• Clean the lter, skimmer basket and pump basket regularly.
• Periodically check your Glide for signs of wear. If necessary, replace any worn parts.
Note: Due to the harsh conditions in which your cleaner operates, its color may fade or dull over time.
High Chlorine levels also cause wear and tear on the GLIDE pool cleaner and will break down the
tires. Ideal Chlorine levels are around between 2-3ppm and a PH of 7.4

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When the control valve ow is adjusted to
the surface area marked by the owmeter
When the control valve ow is adjusted to
the wall area marked by the owmeter
Figure 8.

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IF GLIDE STOPS RUNNING
1. Make sure the pool pump is off. Remove your Glide Pool Cleaner from the pool and disconnect the
cleaner from the hose.
2. If you try to rotate the wheels and they don’t move, check if anything is clogged inside the cleaner.
To open:
a. Place Glide on a at surface and gently loosen the buttons on the front and back sides of the
cleaner to free the cover as shown in Figure 10.
b. Remove the Cover of your cleaner.
c. Next remove the Shroud by placing a screwdriver under the small clip that holds it in place.
Gently turn until Shroud can be removed.
d. Remove any debris that is present around the gears and turbine.
e. Reverse the process to reassemble your Glide Cleaner.
Figure 10.
On a at surface Unsnap and
remove the cover
Remove shroud
to clean out debris
as needed
4.0 CARING FOR YOUR GLIDE POOL CLEANER

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ADJUST THE TIRE BUMPERS HEIGHT IF YOU NEED TO
If the user wants to focus on cleaning the pool wall, after adjusting the ow through the cleaner according to
the pool wall area marked by the owmeter (see the tip on page 12), the bumper on the tire can be cut off
according to the position of the secant groove, so that the machine tire can gain more friction and prevent
slipping (see gure11).
Note: This cannot be undone
Figure 11.
Before the cut After the cut
REPLACING TIRES
If your tires are worn to the point where the indentations are barely visible or they are no longer able to gain
traction, it is time to replace the tires. Tires can wear after prolonged use or from running Glide in a pool
with a rough surface. See Figure 12.
Note: Using your Glide Pool Cleaner with worn tires may damage the surface of the pool. The Tire Bumper
must be removed prior to replacing the Tire.
To change the tires on your cleaner:
1. Turn the pool pump off and remove Glide from the pool.
2. Disconnect the cleaner from the hose.
3. Place Glide on a at work surface and, gently pull the tires out of the hub frame of the cleanerwheel until
it leaves the hub frame.
4. Put on new tires.
5. Reverse the process to reassemble your Glide Cleaner.
Figure 12.

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5.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
Due to the individual characteristics of your pool, some adjustment may be required to get the
best performance from your Glide Pool Cleaner. The following tips will help you to optimize its
performance.
Problem Solution
Glide does not move, or
moves slowly. Make sure the main drain is closed.
Clean pool lter and empty pump strainer basket.
Check the Flow Control Valve and make sure Glide has
sufcient ow.
If connected to a dedicated vacuum line, adjust valves at
Skimmer to obtain optimum ow. Measure the ow in the hose
with a owmeter and adjust the ow if necessary. See page11.
Check inside the cleaner to see if there is any debris. See page
13. Checks for leaks in the pool system. Bubbles appearing
in the pool can be a sign there are leaks. Contact your pool
professional for advice.
Glide will not climb
pool walls. Increase ow to Glide
Make sure hose oat is in the correct position. (See Figure 4).
NOTE: Glide’s wall climbing ability may be limited in some
pools.
Make sure that the tires are not excessively worn. See page12.
Tires that are worn will not provide the traction necessary for
your Conch Pool
Cleaner to climb pool walls.
Check whether the meter dial is in the marked wall climbing
area See page12. Check to be sure the Leader Hose has been
installed in the correct position.
Glide does not clean
the entire pool or stays in
one place.
Adjust the Tire Bumpers height if you need to page 14.
Use the owmeter to measure whether the ow in the hose is
up to the requirement See page 11.
Make sure the hose length is correct. See page 8.
Make sure the hose oat is in the correct position. See page 8.
Check the return line ow and adjust if necessary.

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Problem Solution
Air bubbles can be seen
in the ow from the Check the hose to ensure there are no leaks.
Check the connection of the Flow Control Valve to make sure it is
under
Check that pump basket lid is tted correctly, is not loose or cracked
and that no O-rings are worn or missing. If necessary, contact your
pool professional for assistance.
Glide stays on the main
drain. Make sure the main drain is closed. You may need assistance from a pool professional.
Check to be sure main drain grate is installed.
Fit one or both Tire Bumpers to cleaner.
Conch climbs above the
waterline and sucks air. Make sure the hose oat is in the correct position. See page 8.
Use the owmeter to measure if the ow in the hose is too large
(see page1 Q).lf it exceeds the demand, reduce the ow.
Hose won’t t Flow
Control Valve. Fit Hose Adaptor to Flow Control Valve.
Cleaner gets stuck or
wedged on pool steps
or other areas of pool.
Reduce suction to cleaner,check hose length and consider adding an
additional hose.check wheel RPM.check Tire Bumpers for wear.

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WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Body/ Gears All other items - 1 Year
Tires/ Hoses - 1 Year Limited warranty
Pool Chemistry and storage play major factors.
Hyclor Reserves the right to make the decision on
these items.
Before using the cleaner, review the owner’s
manual completely. Failure to read the owner’s
manual completely could result in pool damage
caused by an improper installation of the cleaner.
This warranty does not cover parts that are worn,
scratched, faded as this is natural during normal
operation in the pool. The warranty does not cover
pools that are improperly maintained including
water chemistry, pool surface construction and
equipment failures. Pool plaster or vinyl damage is
not covered under warranty of the cleaner. Misuse
of the cleaner in any form is not covered including
accidental misuse, acts of God.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be
excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
You are entitled to a replacement or a refund for a
major failure and for compensation for any other
reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
Please read these warranty terms and conditions
carefully. A failure to comply with these terms and
conditions may affect any claim on warranty you
may have on a product.
WARRANTY GENERAL CONDITIONS
All products provided by HY-CLOR AUSTRALIA
PTY LTD are warranted for dened periods of time
(refer to product table.
All mechanical swimming pool products supplied
to consumers by HY-CLOR are to be installed or
used in the manner they are manufactured for only.
Warranty may be voided if the product or products
claimed by the consumer under warranty have
been used for purposes other than their designed
or manufactured purpose.
Where applicable, products supplied by HY-CLOR
come with operation and installation manuals.
All care must be taken to install and operate the
products according to these instructions. Failure
to install or operate these products in accordance
with these instructions may void warranty.
The chemical balance of the swimming pool water
plays a signicant part in the operational life of all
swimming pool products, HY-CLOR recommends
regular water testing using an approved swimming
pool test kit.
This warranty is valid for the original purchase and
is not transferable. Keep your purchase docket,
tax invoice or receipt as the proof of purchase, and
as proof of the date on which the purchase was
made.
Modications to any electrical product provided
by HY-CLOR products are covered by a twelve-
month warranty unless prior written approval has
been granted by HY-CLOR and has been carried
out by one of its authorized agents. All electrical
installations must be carried out by a competent
licensed professional.
All pool ltration equipment including lters,
pumps and salt chlorinators, must be kept in a dry
well ventilated area away from direct sunlight and
in an area that is free from ooding or rain. This
warranty does not cover normal wear and tear to
the products or parts.
To make a claim please contact:
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6.0 GLIDE POOL CLEANER WARRANTY

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