Hydra Pools Aqua Genie User manual

The Automatic Way to Keep Pools Clean and Healthy
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I nstallation I nstructions
Rev. Level: F
Rev. Date: 10/09/2014
Document ID: HM038 Aqua Genie Installation
Rev. Level: G
Rev. Date: 11/20/2015
Document ID: HM038, Aqua Genie Installation

AquaGenie
AquaGenie
removes floating debris from
surface water much faster than ordinary skim-
mers. In addition, it provides a constant con-
trolled supply of chlorine to pool water
automatically.
AquaGenie
catches ne dirt, leaves,
pollen,floating germ-laden scum before it becomes
suspended in the pool water or settles to the bot-
tom. Ten times as much water must be run
through filter to remove suspended dirt as to
remove dirt caught while still on the surface.
The
AquaGenie
feeder is operated by water
being returned by the filter to the pool. This clean
water is directed down and out through a nozzle
slot in the orifice plate. The sheet-like jet of water
created by this action causes counter currents
which increase the effectiveness of the
skimming action. Pressure built up
in the pressure chamber (behind the orifice plate)
diverts some of this water through the tubing into
the feeder tray. In the feeder tray a supply of
chlorine is being constantly dissolved. Chlorine-
laden water now pours over the tray’s V-notch
into the main sump of the
AquaGenie
, where it
disinfects the water being drawn into the skim-
mer. Chemically treated water is then sent to the
filter for removal of solids and is returned to the
pool. If you desire to return the filtered water to
the pool through an auxiliary return fitting, or
through a jet nozzle installed on optional stairs,
it’s important to maintain water flow to the
AquaGenie
. If the pool is equipped with such an
auxiliary return, there should be a valve on the
return line to the
AquaGenie
, and another valve
on the line to the auxiliary return fitting. When
using the auxiliary return line, don’t close the
valve on the
AquaGenie
return line. Keep it
“cracked open” enough to continue a flow of
water to the
AquaGenie
. Enough back pressure
will develop to keep the feeder operating. As long
as water is leaving the feeder tray over the V-
notch, it is being chlorinated and returned to the
circulatory system. For full benefit of Aqua-
Genie’s automatic skimming and chlorinating, do
not use auxiliary returns unnecessarily. Keep
AquaGenie
operating normally, with full flow as
continuously as possible.
AquaGenie Canister
Carefully read directions and cautions on
AquaGenie
canister. Insert canister in feeder tray
with canister cap being near the outside wall of the
feeder tray. To prevent the possibility of a highly
concentrated chlorine solution remaining in the
feeder or entering the pool, the feeder tray will
receive no water from pressure chamber and will
automatically drain if the filter pump is shut
down or if there is a power failure.
Never put any material in the feeder tray
other than AquaGenie canisters and Trichloro
tablets. Contact with other brands of chlorine
tablets may cause a violent reaction or explosion
Start with an initial setting of 5 (five) on the chlorinator
adjustment valve. Check your chlorine level and
adjust to the desired level. 1 is the lowest setting
with 10 being the highest. (see Sketch #1).When
replacing cartridge turn to lowest setting before
removing.
Always maintain water level of pool up to
the water level marks on the
AquaGenie
face
plate (see Sketch #2). Flow should be over the
weir. Always bring water level up to marks as
soon as possible.
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Rev. Level:
Rev. Date: 10/09/14
Document ID: HM038 Aqua Genie Installation
F
Rev. Level: G
Rev. Date: 11/20/2015
Document ID: HM038, Aqua Genie Installation

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Read Completely Before Starting Installation. Refer to exploded view
and parts list for proper nomenclature.
LOCATIONS OF AQUAGENIE
AquaGenie
should be located near the center of a
long side of the pool. Vary the location to orient the
AquaGenie’s
mouth towards the prevailing winds
as with ordinary skimmers. The action of
AquaGenie
will be effective as long as It is installed
at least eight (8) feet from either end. Choosing the
correct location is important, but is not as critical as
with ordinary skimmers. (see sketch #3)
At Least 8 ft. At Least 8 ft.
Install Aquagenie in
Center of long wall
Direction of Wind
PIPE ADAPTERS
Insert pipe adapters into the pressure throat
port and the bottom port of the
AquaGeni
e.
Use the proper sealant (Permatex #51 Pipe
Joint Compound or equal) for threaded
connections and PVC cement for rigid pipe
connections. (See sketch #4).
To Filter
PVC plug
To Pool from Filter
Body assembly
Sketch #4
Sketch #3
Vacuuming
1. Clean baskets before vacuuming. Backwash
filter before and during the procedure, if the
condition of the filter bed hampers flow.
2. Screw a plastic insert fitting in the vacuum
adapter plate (5). Fill vacuum hose with water,
attach hose to fitting and drop adapter plate over
basket (or simply insert vacuum hose in adapter
plate
).
The adapter plate is tapered to seal against
the seat in the
AquaGenie’s
main sump.
3. Debris vacuumed off the bottom will be
caught in the basket. Some material (hair
and grass, for example) may pass through
to the pump strainer. Finer material will be
caught in the filter.
AQUAGENIE
INSTALLATION ON FOAM
WALL PANELS
Foam wall panels are designed with
embossed area for
AquaGenie
mounting
location. Drill holes (3/8” dia.) at each inside
corner of large embossed area form the back
of panel. Make cutout by using a straight edge
on front of panel to connect the holes. (See
Sketch # 5). Using a jig saw, cut from face of
panel to remove the shaded area shown in the
sketch. Place
AquaGenie
in cutout and use
holes as a template , mark holes .Using a
3/32” drill bit, drill pilot holes at marked
holes. Holes should not be drilled all the way
through but a maximum of ½”deep. Place
AquaGenie
in cutout and mount from back
with (8) #10 x 3/4 hex washer head type AB
screws. (See Sketch # 5)
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Either
Or
Insert pipe adapters into the pressure throat
port and the bottom port of the AquaGenie.
Use the proper sealant (Permatex #51 Pipe
Joint Compound or equal) for threaded
connections and without primer
30 second minimum snug hold for rigid pipe
connections. (See sketch #4).

Drilled holes (4 Places)
Area to remove
CUTTING NOTE
The best results will be obtained by using a
jig saw with 8 T.P.I. (fast cut, medium finish)
blade. If jig saw is not available, use keyhole saw
with 8-10 tooth combination blade. To prevent
material buildup on saw blade, a cutting lubricant
(water) should be used.
#10 x 3/4" Hex Washer Head type AB Screw
Vinyl liner
Foam Wall Panel
Face Plate Gasket
Face Plate
Sketch #6
Sketch #8
Sketch #9
Sketch #7
To Waste
OPTIONAL RETURN LINE AND VALVES
(NO VALVES NEEDED IF OPTIONAL LINE NOT USED)
Optional
Aquagenie Skimmer
Knockout for Overow
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Sketch #5
STEEL PANEL POOLS
WITH FACTORY CUT OUT
BLOCKING UP
It is recommended to support the AquaGenie
with a piece of l-112” pvc pipe in the proper
receptacle, located in the bottom of the unit,
and support on a level concrete block.
Do not
disturb the
AquaGenie
while providing this
support. Shim until the pier bears the weight
of the
AquaGenie.
PIPING
Use as few elbows as possible in the piping
of the entire recirculation system. Each
elbow reduces the efficiency of the
AquaGenie
in particular and the entire
filtration system in general. Be sure to
double clamp the return line when it
connects to the adapter in the pressure
throat. Follow piping layout as closely as
possible. (See Sketch #7)
Pump
Filter
OPTIONAL OVERFLOW
Remove knockout from bottom of skimmer body
.
Glue in a 1” x 5- 13/16” PVC pipe. (See Sketch #9)
Insert screws (part #H006636) through the wall from
the inside of the pool. Place steel shim (part #H01556SW)
on back of wall on screws (if needed), then line up the Aqua Genie
mounting holes with the screws. Use washer and nut to secure.
Aqua Genie face will go through the wall for gasket
placement before liner is installed.
Rev. Level:
Rev. Date: 10/09/14
Document ID: HM038 Aqua Genie Installation
F
Rev. Level: G
Rev. Date: 11/20/2015
Document ID: HM038, Aqua Genie Installation

Gasket
Face plate
Water level Marks
Vertical Slits
Crosswise Slits
Crosswise Slits
Previously cut Slits
Previously cut Slits
Pull up and out after
cutting to remove
triangular vinyl from
behind horizontal bar.
Sketch #11
INSTALLING FACE PLATE
Apply a small amount of sealant to one side of
one of the large gaskets (#2) to hold it temporarily
while assembling. Place the adhesive side of the
gasket on the face plate, aligning the holes. (see
sketch #10) Before positioning the face plate
assembly, make two small vertical slits in the
vinyl liner as indicated on sketch #11. The purpose
of these slits is to permit easier removal of the
vinyl from behind the horizontal bar of the face
plate after installation of
AquaGenie
. Carefully
position the face plate/gasket assembly on the
vinyl liner, covering the face of the
AquaGenie
.
Pierce the liner through the top two holes of the
face plate prior to inserting screws. Screw two
Phillips head Hi-Lo screws into these holes using
only a #3 Phillips screwdriver bit. Using any
other size screwdriver bit will damage the screw
head and prevent making a leak-proof seal.
DO
NOT
completely tighten the two screws at this
time. Allow the heads to project about ⅛” from
the countersink in the face plate. Now pierce the
remaining holes through the face plate, and tighten
screws to within l/8” of countersink. Relieve
tension on the vinyl liner
inside
the face plate by
making crosswise slits in the vinyl as shown in
sketch #12. At this point you may tighten all
screws completely. (Uneven pressure may distort
the face plate and cause uneven seating of gasket
seal.) Excessive torque may break the corrosion-
resistant screws. After the face plate has been
installed, carefully cut out the vinyl liner using a
sharp knife. Cut the top edge and the two sides of
the skimmer opening, and the top, bottom and two
sides of the orifice opening. Grasp the triangular
piece of vinyl remaining at the bottom of the
skimmer opening to remove it. The vinyl from be-
hind the horizontal bar will be removed at this
time. (See Sketch #13)
Only assemble the orifice plate after all
piping is competed and flushed.
Sketch #10
Sketch #12
ASSEMBLY OF ORIFICE PLATE
Apply a small amount of Permatex to the
back of the orifice plate. Place a small gasket on the top,
as marked, being certain all holes are aligned, and all
edges are aligned. Before mounting the orifice plate to
the AquaGenie, make sure that when assembled, the
nozzle slot slopes downward. (See Sketch #14 on next
page)
Sketch #13
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Nozzle slot
faces downward to
discharge water to
pool oor.
Nozzle
64
5 2
1
3
Sketch #14
Secure the assembly using six Hi-Lo
screws. Again, use only a #3 Phillips screw
driver. Tighten the screws evenly in the order
shown on Sketch #15. Develop your final
screw pressure by following this sequence 3
or 4 times, similar to the technique of
tightening an engine head. The orifice plate is
not designed to fit flush with the face plate.
The amount of protrusion will vary with the
type of pool wall (foam, steel, or wood). Do
not over tighten! A torque of 20”-1 lb.
maximum is permitted. Excessive torque may
break the corrosion-resistant screws
BACKFILL
All backfill around the feeder must be free
draining coarse sand or fine gravel. It should be
very carefully tamped into place with an implement
such as a shovel handle in layers to give maximum
support.
AQUAGENIE BILL OF MATERIALS
Sketch #15
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF HYDRA POOLS , A DIVISION OF PI, INC.
ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF HYDRA POOLS A DIVISION OF PI, INC. IS PROHIBITED.
Rev. Level: F
Rev. Date: 10/09/14
Document ID: HM038 Aqua Genie Installation
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Rev. Level: G
Rev. Date: 11/20/2015
Document ID: HM038, Aqua Genie Installation
Rev. Level: G
Rev. Date: 11/20/2015
Document ID: HM038, Aqua Genie Installation

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For replacement parts see your Dealer or visit www.aquagenie.com
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Start here
Narrow side goes in channel
Threaded Rod
Brace
Cover
O Ring
Knob
Brace at correct angle
Supports
Remove cover for access
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Sketch #1
Lip on pressure throat
Brace
To install gasket
1.Start at the top center of the gasket channel (See Sketch#1)
2.Gasket is installed with narrow side of the gasket installed in channel(See Sketch #2)
2.Work gasket into channel making sure is well seated.
Winterizing
Installing Winter Cover Gasket
Sketch #4
Assemble Winter Cover
1.Place threaded rod through hole in winter cover ,assemble in the correct order. (See Sketch#3)
Note: O-Ring goes between Knob and cover.
Installing Winter Cover
1. Remove AquaGenie Cover to gain access for installation. (See Sketch #5)
2. Orient brace from top to bottom corner of cover ,with supports facing down. (See Sketch #4)
3. Guide the assembled Winter Cover through Weir opening (you do not have to remove weir assembly) (See Sketch #5). Brace goes
behind lip in pressure throat.
4. Hold the cover against the faceplate with one hand and rotate the brace until it is horizontal.
5. Turn knob by hand until gaskets seats on faceplate. Brace will tighten against lip on pressure throat.
(See Sketch#6) (Caution: over tightening will distort the gasket)
6. Drain water in basket well and follow pump and filter manufacturer's winterizing recommendations.
Sketch #3
Sketch #2
We recommend using the patented AquaGenie Winter Cover, to order ask for part # H03116N
to order go to aquagenie.com
Sketch #6
Sketch #5
Rev. Level: F
Rev. Date: 10/09/14
Document ID: HM038 Aqua Genie Installation
Rev. Level: G
Rev. Date: 11/20/2015
Document ID: HM038, Aqua Genie Installation