Kreepy krauly RX-TANK User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
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KREEPY KRAULY’S REVOLUTIONARY
ROBOTIC SUCTION CLEANER
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Congratulations
Your new rX-Tank is designed to give you years of reliable
performance. Assembly is simple and we’ll walk you through it,
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 9-5 in your local area, or go
to the Kreepy Krauly website for up-to-date information.
1800 777 255
www.kreepykrauly.com.au
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COMPONENTS CHECKLIST
You will find all the pictured components inside this box.
X1
X9
rX-Tank
Smart-Skim (Type 1)
Smart-Skim Adaptors
rX-Anti Vortex Disc
(Optional to stop air entering the system)
Flexible Hose Connector
Male-to-Male X-Treme Flex Hose
Male-to-Female X-Treme Flex Hose
Auto Skim Valve
Anti Vortex Disc
Custom Vacuum Plate
(will vary according to your skimmer box)
Hose Weight
Auto Skim Upgrade: For Premium Vacuum Control and heavy leaf debris.
This upgrade replaces Smart-Skim and Smart Skim adaptors.
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PREPARE YOUR POOL
If your pool is clean, balanced and algae-free, you’re ready to get started.
First, clean the skimmer and pump basket.
Check the water level.
Brush down the sides of your pool.
Next, make sure the return jets are facing downwards.
Then, backwash or clean your cartridge filter.
Now turn o the pump.
ASSEMBLE THE CONNECTOR
STEP 1
STEP 2
• Attach the Flexible Hose Connector
(the incredibly bendy small hose) to the
top opening of your rX-Tank. This should
fit snuggly, if not, rotate 180°.
TIP: Before installing your rX-Tank, check the following:
Vinyl-lined pool – Check for signs of deterioration or damage
to the liner. Remediate before installation.
Tiled pool – Check and repair any loose tiles.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
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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 Disc
over the valve inlet. Placethe entire unit in the
skimmer box.
used with most
vacuum plates
used with Polyplastics
190 & 210 standard
used with Polyplastics
SK1000 (rectangular)
TIP
(taper
your v
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of the Smar
Smart-Skim (comes standard)
Insert the Smart-Skim into the adaptor fitting,
then attach to your Vacuum Plate. Depending
on the Vacuum Plate your pool uses, you may
have to use a dierent skim adaptor – we’ve
included three for you to choose from.
You know you’re using the right one when there
is a tight fit. See our Kreepy Krauly website if
you need help.
NOTE: A Vacuum Plate Clamp can stop your vacuum plate moving.
TIP: The Anti-Vortex Disc stops the slurping sound.
OR
Fit the Vacuum Control Valve (2 options)
TIP: For Poolrite plates, use the first fitting,
threading from the bottom (tapered side up)
until it sits flush with base of the plate. This
will ensure your valve opens freely.
NOTE: To remove, ensure the pump is o
and grasp from the bottom of the Smart-Skim,
pulling up. (Note: Not from the hose or spring).
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• Start with the male-male hose and twist on a female-male length.
Keep going until the hose is long enough to reach from your
skimmer box to the far corner of your pool. Now add one extra
length – this will optimise the coverage of your rX-Tank.
• Attach your hose weight. Position the weight 2m from the first
male end.
• Submerge the assembled hose in your pool. To expel all the air,
push downwards feeding the hose into the pool.
STEP 3
TIP: Wetting the hose ends in your pool will
make them easier to fully connect to each other.
male male female
TIP: When removing or storing hose sections, store flat and not coiled
to ensure extended life of the hose and prevent coverage issues.
BUILD THE X-TREME FLEX HOSE
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CONNECT THE HOSE TO RX-TANK
• Submerge the rX-Tank in
your pool to expel all air.
You will need to fill
each chamber in the
halo by squeezing each
chamber until there are
no air bubbles inside. Each
chamber needs to be filled
with water one at a time.
• Connect the hose
(with the hose weight
closest to the end) to the
Flexible Hose Connector on
your rX-Tank. Ensure the
hose is submerged and
free of air.
• Connect the other end
of the hose to the Smart-
Skim or Auto Skim upgrade
(see setup on page 3)
ensuring the end of the
hose is submerged and
free of air. Install the Anti
Vortex Disc (optional) to
stop air from entering the
system when the water
level is low.
STEP 4
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• Your rX-Tank is good to go – simply turn the pump on. There’s no
need to make any manual adjustment to the vacuum pressure; any
excess vacuum will be used by the Smart-Skim or Auto Skim to
provide surface skimming.
• All you need to do from here is remember to empty the skimmer
basket regularly. Too easy!
STEP 5
WARNING:
Do not use non-genuine parts as the performance of
your rX-Tank may be affected.
Thank you for choosing a genuine Kreepy Krauly
Robotic Suction cleaner.
LET’S GET CLEANING
TIP: Please be suction aware when working on your pool. Before
undertaking any maintenance or troubleshooting, ensure your
pump is o before handling your rX-Tank system.
NOTE: When removing your rX-Tank from the pool, do not carry
using the flexible hose connector or halo. Carry supporting the
underside of the cleaner.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If your rX-Tank isn’t moving
• Check if the pump or filter basket needs cleaning, or if your filter
needs backwashing or cleaning.
• Check there are no leaks in the hose or flexible hose connector.
If there are, replace any damaged sections.
• Check the main drain and all suction lines are closed. The only one that
should be open is the suction line that is attached to your rX-Tank.
• Check that your pool is balanced. Alkaline pools and algae can
make the machine slip.
• Check that the Smart-Skim is opening and closing, and that the
spring is still attached.
• Check that the Auto Skim (optional upgrade) is opening and closing
freely. Remove the valve from your pool and open and close the
valve in a bucket of clean water. If damaged, please replace.
• Your pool pump and filter system may be too small or inecient to
eectively run your rX-Tank. Ask your pool professional to advise.
If you are using a variable speed pump and have plumbing losses,
try adjusting your low speed setting up by 200rpm.
• There may be air in your rX-Tank. Turn the pump o and inspect the
rX-Tank’s Halo for air. If air is present, simply squeeze the chambers,
whilst holding under water, until no air bubbles remain. When you
release the cleaner, the rX-Tank should sink to the bottom of the pool.
• There may be a blockage in the rX-Tank. Turn o the pump and
remove the halo from the cleaner pulling vertically upwards, holding
onto the grey swivel, and inspect the cleaner for blockages from the
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top and bottom. Clear the blockage if required. If the grey swivel is
disconnected, ensure the stainless steel washer is present inside the
swivel before pushing it firmly back onto the cleaner.
• Check there is sucient tread on the tracks of the cleaner and
replace if required.
• Turn o your pump and remove the cleaner from the pool. Lay on a
flat surface, and gently with two hands, check the tracks can move
back and forth. If there is an issue, consult your local pool professional.
If your rX-Tank is floating or hovering in your pool
• Check if your cleaner has air trapped in the Halo. Air bubbles will
be visible in the chambers. To remove trapped air, hold the cleaner
under water and gently squeeze each chamber that has visible air
bubbles to release the air and fill entirely with water.
Cleaner is turning in circles
• Turn o the pump and remove the cleaner from the pool. Check the
tracks can move freely both sides. If one or both is jammed,
or an audible rough noise can be heard, please consult your local
pool professional.
rX-Tank is climbing out of the pool
• Check if the tracks are worn. Replace parts as required.
• Ensure your Halo is fitted to the rX-Tank. Reinstall if required.
• You may have too much vacuum going to the cleaner. Check your
Smart-Skim or Auto Skim is installed and moving freely. Replace
spring on Smart-Skim if required. Try cleaning Auto Skim in clean
water by moving the collar up and down to flush out debris. If sti
or damaged, you may need to replace your AutoSkim.
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rX-Tank is only cleaning one end or restricted in its coverage
• Check that the hose is not coiled or kinked.
To uncoil the hose:
• Simply rotate every second 1m hose length 180 degrees until
it is straight again.
• In hot weather (above 28ºC), remove the cleaner and hose
from the pool and lay the hose only flat for a day. The heat
will make the hose relax and uncoil.
• In cooler weather, remove the hose from the pool. Prop
both ends of the hose around 20cm o the ground. Pour a
bucket of warm water (50-60ºC) into the hose until it spills
out of the other end. Carefully roll the hose side to side to
ensure even warming. After 5 minutes, fill the hose with
cold water – either with a bucket or by placing the hose end
onto the pool outlet.
• Check that the return line water flow is directed downwards or
sideways. Redirect it as necessary with a return line diverter. If that
still doesn’t work, you my need to purchase an Eyeball Diverter
from your local Kreepy Krauly retailer.
• Check that the hose weight is fitted as described on page 6.
NOTE: For more detailed troubleshooting advice, please
contact your helpful local dealer, or check our online resources for
hints, tips and other information at www.kreepykrauly.com.au
or visit our YouTube channel under Kreepy Krauly Troubleshooting
www.youtube.com
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Kreepy Krauly is unique vortex cleaning
action was pioneered by Ferdinand
Chauvier, a South African hydraulics
engineer. This first Mark II cleaner
although revolutionary in its solution to
pool cleaning, was heavy, inecient and
did not withstand harsh pool conditions.
Terry Jackson, Managing Director of
Sherwood Overseas Company, a Western
Australian manufacturer and exporter of
above ground pools, brought the product
to Australia and set about refining
the Mark II cleaner for the Australian
market. Every single component was
completely redesigned and new materials
were selected to enable the machine to
be totally manufactured from durable
injected moulded or extruded plastics.
The Kreepy Krauly “Mark II” was launched
in Australia in 1976 and was an immediate
success. Sherwood was soon exporting
the Australian-made Kreepy Krauly to
over 19 countries.
A HISTORY
OF INNOVATION
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How it moves
The heart of this robotic suction
cleaner is a powerful turbine.
It efficiently uses your pool’s
suction to drive the cleaners
tracks, gearing system and
power brushes to quietly and
efficiently clean your pool’s
surface. It navigates the tightest
of corners moving freely around
obstacles to give your pool
unbeatable coverage.
How it steers
X-Nav™ technology with a
dual drive coverage system
independently navigates rX-
Tank in any direction across the
floor and wall. It intelligently
creates a cleaning path for your
pool and eortlessly cleans
automatically. With its advanced
power steering Halo, it allows the
cleaner unbeatable wall traction
for multi-angle wall cleaning, and
ensures your cleaner releases from
the pool wall preventing air from
entering the system.
How it cleans
rX-Tank cleans your pool daily with
your normal filter cycle by utilising
its X-Treme Clean Power Bushes
to lift dirt and debris to Vortex
Vacuum your pool surface. As the
cleaner moves around your pool
daily it assists in circulating water
from dierent areas of your pool
through to your purpose built
filtration and sanitation system
to reduce dead spots. Leaves are
picked up and pulled through the
straight-through turbine heart of
the cleaner, direct to your skimmer
box for hassle free cleaning. The
Vortex Vacuum design aids in the
pick up of heavier debris such as
sand and grit that can be left by
other cleaners. The Smart-Skim or
Auto Skim uses the excess vacuum
to draw water into your skimmer
box to help reduce floating debris.
The X-Treme Flex Hose
To achieve coverage of your pool,
the X-Treme Flex Hose provides
the freedom your cleaner needs
to navigate your pool. Its unique
design rests just below the water
surface due to its natural buoyancy.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM
MY RX-TANK?
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LOOKING AFTER YOUR RX-TANK
Beware of the pool blanket effect
Pool blankets prevent chlorine evaporating. If you’re using one,
carefully monitor your chlorine or salt water setting to avoid
over chlorinating your pool, which can harm your rX-Tank and
void your warranty. If you have any questions, please
call our Customer Service department on 1800 777 255
or talk to your pool shop pro.
• Clean out the skimmer basket regularly.
• To safely remove the Smart-Skim or Auto Skim from the skimmer
box, please switch o your pump first. Then take the hose o
before gripping the Smart-Skim or Auto Skim at the base and
gently pull upwards.
• Manually open and close the Smart-Skim or Auto Skim occasionally
to flush away accumulated dirt and debris.
• Monitor your rX-Tank’s tracks and flexible hose connector
occasionally for wear and tear.
• Always carry the cleaner supporting the underside of the cleaner,
not by the Flexible Hose Connector or Halo.
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YOUR WARRANTY
TIP: Your Serial Number can be found on the packaging or on a
waterproof sticker on the rear of your rX-Tank.
NOTE: For fullwarranty conditions, please refer to your warranty
card or go online to www.kreepykrauly.com.au/warranty
Your rX-Tank is engineered to last. This is reflected in the 2-year FullSystem
Warranty and 10-year Flow Turbine Warranty.
Protecting Your Warranty
All Kreepy Krauly pool cleaning systems are made in Australia to withstand harsh
Australian conditions. They are manufactured from top quality materials that are
UV, salt and chemical resistant. Being an Australian company, we oer local after
sales service, maintenance and parts. For any troubleshooting with your rX-Tank,
simply contact your local pool shop for assistance. You will extend the life of your
rX-Tank by using genuine rX-Tank parts and chlorinating your pool correctly. The
use of non-genuine parts and over-chlorinating or overtreating your pool may
void your warranty, impair your rX-Tank’s performance or result in colour fade.
We recommend you remove your rX-Tank from the pool before chemically
shocking your pool.
Activating Your rX-Tank Warranty
To activate your 2-year Full System Warranty and 10-year Flow Turbine Warranty,
please fill in your rX-Tank’s serial number and return the self-addressed warranty
registration card to us as soon as possible. Alternatively, you can activate your 2-year
Full System Warranty and 10-year Flow Turbine Warranty online at www.kreepykrauly.
com.au/warranty.
Record Serial Number Here:
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FURTHER INFORMATION
This booklet should have answered all your questions.
However, if you need a little extra help or up-to-date
information, go to www.kreepykrauly.com.au,
or call our Customer Service Department on
1800 777255, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm in your
local area. Alternatively, contact your local pool
shop professional.
www.kreepykrauly.com.au
We reserve the right to revise, change, or modify rX-Tank without
incurring any obligations to make like changes on rX-Tanks previously sold.
This publication remains the sole copyright of Sherwood Overseas Co Pty Ltd.
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