Kreepy krauly VTX3 User manual

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VTX-3
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Congratulations
Your new Kreepy Krauly VTX-3 is designed to give you years of reliable
performance. As soon as you complete the final assembly steps,
it’s ready to use. Don’t worry, it doesn’t take long and this guide
will walk you through assembly and installation step-by-step.
This booklet should answer all your questions. However if you
need a little extra help, feel free to call our Customer Service
Department, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm in your local area, or go to
the website for up-to-date information.
1800 777 255
www.kreepykrauly.com.au
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Contents
2 Components checklist
4 Assembling your VTX-3
6 Installing the VTX-3 in your pool
11 Fine-tuning your VTX-3
12 Authorised Kreepy Krauly Accessories
13 Troubleshooting
17 What should I expect from my VTX-3?
18 Looking after your VTX-3
20 Warranty information
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You will find all the pictured components inside this box.
Components checklist
Male-male hose x1
Male-female hose x11
Hose weights x2
Hose protector sleeve
Smart-Skim
Smart-Skim adaptors used with most vacuum plates
used with Polyplastics 190 & 210 standard
used with Polyplastics SK10 (rectangular)
Anti-vortex washer
Auto Skim valves
Vacuum plate
Vent valve
Optional Auto Skim Upgrade (to replace Smart-Skim)
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Swivel head assembly
Weighted bumper strap
Main body
Standard seal
Sole
Serial number
VTX-3 cleaner unit
Floatation assembly
Deflector
Side leaf scoop
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Attach the Seal
Slide the seal onto the groove at the bottom of the main
assembly body so it’s able to rotate freely.
Attach the Sole
Fit the sole to the base of the main body. Ensure it is fitted all
the way around.
Assembling your VTX-3
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP
4
STEP
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Install the Deflector
Slide the deflector (with locking clips facing down) over the
tubes and click it onto the housing above the main body.
Install the Floatation Assembly
Press the float arms into the white housing until they click.
STEP 3
5
STEP 4
housing
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STEP 5
bent section down
Attach the Bumper Strap
Insert the bent end of the bumper
strap through the deflector (which will
prevent it from spinning) and into
the back of the main body (near the
bottom of the cleaner). Insert the
other end into the swivel
head assembly.
Prepare your pool
If your pool is clean, balanced and algae-free, you’re ready to
get started.
a. First, clean the skimmer and pump basket.
b. Check the water level.
c. Brush down the sides of your pool.
d. Next, make sure the return jets are facing downwards.
e. Then, backwash or clean your cartridge filter.
f. Now turn off the pump.
STEP 1
Installing the VTX-3 in your pool
STEP
6
STEP
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STEP 2
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STEP 2
TIP: Depending on your vacuum plate, you may have to use a
different skim adaptor – we’ve included three to choose from
(see page 2). You know you’re using the right one when there
is a tight fit. See our website if you need help.
NOTE: To remove, ensure pump is off and grasp from the base of
the Smart-Skim, pulling up. (Note: Not from the hose or spring).
Fit the Vacuum Control
Valve (2 options)
a. Smart-Skim (comes standard)
Insert the Smart-Skim into an
adaptor fitting, then attach to
your vacuum plate.
b.
Combined Vacuum Plate and
Auto Skim valve (optional upgrade)
Your pool shop would have already
assisted you in selecting the correct
replacement for your pool’s existing
vacuum plate. To assemble, place the
Auto Skim Valve into the opening in
the new Vacuum Plate. Attach the
Anti-Vortex Washer over the valve inlet.
Placethe entire unit in the skimmer box.
NOTE: A Vacuum Plate Clamp can stop your vacuum plate moving
(see page 12).
TIP: The Anti-Vortex Washer stops the slurping sound.
OR
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TIP: Wetting the hose ends in your pool will
make them easier to connect to each other.
TIP: For pools deeper than 2m, use an additional
weight at 4m – pull apart the fourth and fifth
hose sections, slide on the weight then reconnect.
Build the Ultra Flex Hose
Start with the male-male hose and twist on a female length.
Keep going until the hose is long enough to reach from
your skimmer box to the far corner of your pool plus around
1.5 metres extra
– this will optimise the coverage of your VTX-3.
Attach the Hose Weight
Pull apart the second and third hose sections, slide on the weight
then reconnect the hose. The weight should sit approximately
2m from the end of the hose that connects to the VTX-3.
male male female
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP
STEP
2m
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