PoolCleaner PRESSURE Cleaner User manual

The PoolCleaner
™
OWNERS MANUAL
PRESSURE Cleaner
C 2003
http://www.thepoolcleaner.com

About your new PoolCleaner
TM
Thank you for choosing the POOL-
CLEANER™. The rst thing you will notice when
you look at the POOLCLEANER™ is that it is
of highest quality. The POOLCLEANER™ is
robust and if maintained properly will result in
many years of pool cleaning. We use only the
highest quality materials to ensure the best pool
cleaning products. The POOLCLEANER™ is
proudly made in the USA. This family of cleaners
has been invented, designed and built with years
of experience in the pool industry. Every cleaner
is tested to insure the nest quality.
The new Pressure POOLCLEANER™ uses
your existing pump. There is no need for an
extra booster pump. This means energy savings.
Although it can ALSO be used on most existing
booster pump systems. The bottom has the widest
vacuum path (8”) of any pressure-side cleaners
thus far in the industry. This means more cleaning
ability with out clogging.
Some of the features that make THE
POOLCLEANER ™ unique:
SELF ADJUSTING TURBINE VANES
All the POOLCLEANER™ cleaners have the pat-
ented self-adjusting turbine, which maximizes the
power from the water ow. This turbine is similar to
a paddle wheel with blades that are adjustable.
This feature allows the POOLCLEANER™ to still
move at low suction and low pressure. In addition
the folding vanes of the turbine allow for the easy
passage of larger debris, by moving out of the
way.
STEERING SYSTEM
The Pressure POOLCLEANER ™ is the only pres-
sure side cleaner with an internal programmed
steering system, that causes the left wheels to
periodically turn backwards, allowing the POOL-
CLEANER ™ to turn and then move into another
direction. For the Pressure POOLCLEANER™
there are three different programmed turns ranging
from 90 to 540 degrees and this allows the pres-
sure POOLCLEANER™ to travel 12 to 14 ft. before
it turns. The POOLCLEANER™ cleans more in the
shallow end than any other cleaner. The POOL-
CLEANER™ has no problem with uneven sur-
faces or strange shapes. It won’t stick in a corner,
or get hung up by a main drain. There is no need
for ineffective backup valves.
ROBUST TIRE TREADS
One look and you will see that the patented tire
treads give the POOLCLEANER™ better climb-
ing ability and obstacle maneuverability. The tires
come with tread wear markers that show you
when to replace your tires. The front tires
of the POOLCLEANER™ have humps (raised
treads) that allow the POOLCLEANER™ to
overcome obstacles such as the main drain
and uneven surfaces. Making the POOL-
CLEANER™ ideal for all pool surfaces and shapes.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE
The Pressure POOLCLEANER ™ is a patented 4
wheel drive. What this means to you is that n com-
bination with the patented tire treads the cleaner
has the power to overcome obstacles that nor-
mally stop other cleaners.
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EXTRA LARGE DIRT BAG
The Pressure POOLCLEANER ™ has the largest
dirt bag currently on the market. This bag cap-
tures the dirt, leaves and other debris. The bag is
easily removed and cleaned. The POOLCLEANER
™ dirt bag (patent pend.) has an internal sock
that acts as a trap door by stopping debris from
falling back once the Pressure POOLCLEANER™
is shut off.
FAST and EASY SNAP SWIVELS
These unique hose swivels (pat pend.) allow for
fast and easy assembly and installation of your
new Pressure POOLCLEANER™. The swivels
snap to connect the 6 ft. hose sections. They
prevent the hose from coiling, and leaking, allow-
ing for the best possible performance from your
POOLCLEANER™.
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
The Pressure POOLCLEANER ™ comes with an
important pressure relief valve that regulates the
pressure ow to the Pressure POOLCLEANER™.
This relief valve regulates the pressure so as to not
exceed the optimal pressure (12-15 PSI or 11-13
RPM). This will ensure the best possible perfor-
mance from your Pressure POOLCLEANER™. It
does so by opening to bypass water when nec-
essary. Not using the Pressure Relief Valve may
cause excessive wear and damage and hence will
void the warranty.
ADJUSTABLE JET
This jet on the back of your Pressure POOL-
CLEANER ™ allows you to tune the forward
motion. In most circumstances it will be pointed
upward at 11 o’clock to allow for maximum trac-
tion.
The POOLCLEANER ™ is available in three different models:
3.
4X PoolCleaner™2X PoolCleaner™Pressure PoolCleaner™

Included components.
PRESSURE POOLCLEANER ™
1 Pressure POOLCLEANER ™
1 Pressure Relief Valve
1 Wall Fitting Adaptor
6 Sections of special pressure hose
5 Easy Snap Swivels
6 Floats
1 Extra Large Pressure Dirt Bag
Included with your new PoolCleaner
TM
Important Facts
The POOLCLEANER ™ should NEVER be used to remove plaster debris in new pools.
ALWAYS remove the POOLCLEANER ™ before you chemically shock your pool.
ALWAYS remove the POOLCLEANER ™ when swimmers enter the pool.
When removed from the pool store the POOLCLEANER ™ in a shaded safe area.
When removed from pool DO NOT coil the hose. IT MUST BE STORED STRAIGHT.
The POOLCLEANER ™ is NOT a toy and not intended for children.
Keep the POOLCLEANER ™ and hoses away from chewing pets.
REMOVE the POOLCLEANER ™ when performing backwash.
REMEMBER SAFETY FIRST.
4.
FLOATS (6) PRESSURE HOSES (6)
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
WALL FITTING
ADAPTOR
PRESSURE Cleaner
EXTRA LARGE
DIRT BAG
EASY SNAP
SWIVELS (5)

Installing your new PoolCleaner
TM
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Preparing your pool..
1. Manually clean/vacuum your pool.
2. Perform a backwash, clean your lter, skimmer baskets and pump
basket.
3. Make sure your chemical balance is correct. If not, now is the time
to correct it. If you chemically shock the pool, wait a day or two before
continuing.
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Get hoses ready...
1. Take the hoses and lay
them out straight for a day in the
sun to take out the coil.
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BAG SNAPPED ON
PROPERLY
1. With the Zipper facing the back
of the POOLCLEANER™ place the
bag so that it is slightly off to the
back of the hook on the cleaner
(see illustration).
2. Twist clockwise until it snaps.
Attaching the extra large dirt bag to the POOLCLEANER™...
Connecting the hoses...
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CLEANER
HEAD
REST OF
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HOSES
1. Take one length of hose
and attach one of the oats 24”
(60cm) from one end. The far
end will be where the cleaner is
attached, and the end closest to
the oat is where the rest of the
hoses will attach.

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Connecting the hoses (cont’d)...
1. Connect the remaining 5 hose sections by connecting the hose cou-
plings with the swivels. And attach one end to the hose on the cleaner. If
necessary you may have to purchase additional hose sections and swivels.
(Also see “Note” on previous step).
3. The connected hoses
should be half to one length
longer than the furthest point
from the return tting.
2. Attach a oat
directly adjacent to each
swivel.
"CLICK" "CLICK" CLIPPED
1. Take the hose section (with
the oat attached) and pass it
through the rope loop (on the
bag), and attach the end farthest
from the oat to the cleaner head.
Make sure the tabs and slots
are lined up and that both sides
“clip” into the slots properly!
NOTE: It may be necessary to
reload the clips on the hoses.
Pull out the tab on the hose cou-
pling slightly to reload the clip-
ping action.
Attaching to the cleaner head...
RETURN
FITTING

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Making the Connection...
1.MAKE SURE THE POWER SUPPLY TO YOUR PUMP IS
OFF. SUCTION and PRESSURE CAN BE VERY DANGER-
OUS!!!
2.Remove the return tting by unscrewing the retaining ring
and eyeball. Check to see if you have a 1 1/2” male or
female wall tting (see illustration). If it is male you will need
to purchase a 1 1/2” female threaded coupling as it is not
included.
3. Connect the Relief Valve to the hose making sure that it
snaps correctly.
4. Screw the Wall Fitting Adaptor into your wall tting (use a
1 1/2” female coupling if you have a male tting). And con-
nect the Relief Valve by pushing on the Valve and rotating
clockwise until it locks (Bayonet).
5. Switch the pump power back ON.
MALE WALL
FITTING
FEMALE
WALL
FITTING
FEMALE
THREADED COU-
PLING (not included)

ADJUSTING your POOLCLEANER™ Pressure Relief Valve
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ADJUSTING WHEEL RPM (Optimal setting 11-14 RPM)
For the POOLCLEANER™ to run optimally the revolutions per minute should be between 11 and
14 (Note: It will still clean as low as 8 RPM but will NOT climb walls).
While the POOLCLEANER™ is running take it by the hose and hold the POOLCLEANER™
just below the water. (KEEP THE CLEANER BELOW THE WATER LEVEL or else it will spray
water). Now count the number of revolutions made by the RIGHT FRONT WHEEL per minute by
using the hump (raised treads) as your marker. If it is between 11 and 14 RPM you are done with
step 5 and your POOLCLEANER™ is running optimally.
If it is above or below the ideal range, skip to the next page to determine your plumbing style. Then
check here to see what to adjust.
Separate System:
Above 14 RPM: Use a control valve on the exit side of the pump to reduce the ow or use a pump
with a lower ow rate.
Below 11 RPM: Eliminate any restrictions, increase the size of pipe ttings and/or use a pump with
a higher ow rate.
Existing Booster Pump:
Above 14 RPM: Use a control valve on the exit side of the pump to reduce the ow or use a pump
with a lower ow rate.
Below 11 RPM: Eliminate any restrictions, increase the size of pipe ttings and/or use a pump with
a higher ow rate.
Pump attached to Filter with a 3-Way Valve:
Above 14 RPM: Adjust your three-way away from the POOLCLEANER™ until the RPM drops
below 14.
Below 11 RPM: Adjust your three-way toward (so more water ows to the cleaner) the POOL-
CLEANER™ until the RPM gets to 14.
Pump attached to Filter with NO 3-Way Valve:
Above 14 RPM: Install nozzles with larger orice sizes in the remaining return ttings thereby
reducing ow to the cleaner. Continue to increase nozzle sizes until you are below 15 RPM.
Below 11 RPM: Install nozzles with smaller orice sizes in the remaining return ttings thereby
increasing ow to the cleaner. Continue to decrease nozzle sizes until you are above 11 RPM.
COUNT RPM
HERE AT HUMP
ON RIGHT
FRONT WHEEL

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ADJUSTING your POOLCLEANER™ Pressure Relief Valve CONT’D
1. The First Plumbing Style: Separate System
This is when you use a separate pump and plumbing that is separate
from your pools ltration system.
In general there are 4 plumbing styles that will determine whether or not
you need to make any adjustments.

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ADJUSTING your POOLCLEANER™ Pressure Relief Valve CONT’D
2. The Second Plumbing Style: Existing Booster Pump
This is when you use a separate pump and which is attached from your
pools ltration system.
BOOSTER
PUMP

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ADJUSTING your POOLCLEANER™ Pressure Relief Valve CONT’D
4. The Fourth Plumbing Style: Pump attached to Filter with NO 3-Way
Valve.
3. The Third Plumbing Style: Pump attached to Filter with a 3-Way
Valve.
3-WAY
VALVE

12.
SERVICING YOUR POOLCLEANER
(REMOVAL OF OBSTRUCTION OR
TURBINE VANE REPLACEMENT)
TM
Remove the POOL-
CLEANER™ from the
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clogged inside the POOL-
CLEANER™. Rotate the
RIGHT FRONT wheel for-
ward (the grill is the front).
If it won’t move there is
an obstruction. If it moves
smoothly there probably
is no obstruction.
You will need a Phillips
screwdriver. Remove the four
screws that hold the Shroud
(Top Cover). Remove the
Shroud. Set the screws and
Top aside.
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BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING, TURN THE PUMP OFF.
pool. Place the hoses
straight. Separate the POOL-
CLEANER™ from the hose.
Place the cleaner on a
work surface.
First we will check to
see if anything is
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If need be remove the vanes
by sliding them out horizon-
tally. Should there be any
obstruction remove it.
When you reinsert the
vanes make sure that they
fold forward , toward the
front of the cleaner (the
grill). Also make sure that
you don’t insert the worn
side of the vanes into the
turbine hub as this would
cause them to fall out.
5
Visually inspect the rest of the cleaner, removing
any debris that may be in the gears, drive shafts
etc. BEFORE PLACING THE SHROUD BACK ON
REPEAT STEP 2 (turn the right wheel) to make
sure the POOLCLEANER™ runs smoothly. If it
doesn’t turn you may have replaced the vanes
incorrectly. Make sure the nozzle and partition are
in correctly! Place the Shroud back onto the POOL-
CLEANER™ making sure its on correctly. Drop the four
screws into the screw holes and secure.
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SERVICING YOUR POOLCLEANER
(CHANGING TIRES ON YOUR POOLCLEANER)
TM
13.
Remove the POOL-
CLEANER™ from the
1 2
tires are worn down to the
tread wear indicators!
TO REMOVE THE
POOLCLEANER™ FRONT
TIRES, use only your hands
(other objects may damage
the POOLCLEANER™)
simply fold the tire off from
top to bottom.
3
BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING, TURN THE PUMP OFF. SUCTION CAN BE
DANGEROUS!!!
pool. Place the hoses
straight. Separate the
POOLCLEANER™ from the
hose.
Place the cleaner on a
work surface.
The tires must be
replaced when the
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BACK TIRES remove the
Wheel Hubs with a 5/32” or
4mm allen wrench turning the
wrench counterclockwise.
Once off, fold the tire off the
Wheel Hub (step 3 above).
To replace stretch the tire
over the Wheel Hub (starting
from one side and folding it
back on). Make sure the tire
is on correctly.
5 Place the bolt through the Wheel Hub line it up with
the threaded hole, making sure the gear protruding
from the POOLCLEANER™ engages with the gears
on the Wheel Hub. Tighten bolt with Allen wrench
clockwise.
6Rotate the right front tire forward to ensure that
it moves smoothly. If not you fastened the wheel
hub incorrectly.
Note: The front tires
ALWAYS have
HUMPS (raised treads) The
back tires DO NOT have
humps!
If need be do this closer to your
body for better leverage.

Troubleshooting your PoolCleaner
TM
14.
THE PoolCleaner ™ DOES NOT MOVE
THE PoolCleaner ™ MOVES TOO SLOW
1. The pump may be turned off
2. The pump may not be primed
3. There could be a problem
or obstruction somewhere in the
system
4. Obstruction in the PoolCleaner ™
itself
-Make sure it is turned on.
-Make sure pump is primed and check for
leaks in the system.
-Clean the lter (backwash), clean the
pump basket , make sure the vacuum hose
is free from debris, check if pump impel-
ler is blocked (See your pump manual).
-(See page 11 for detailed instructions).
1. There could be a problem
or obstruction somewhere in the
system.
2. Low wheel RPM (insufcient
ow)
3. Obstruction in the PoolCleaner ™
itself
-Clean the lter (backwash), clean the
pump basket , make sure the vacuum
hose is free from debris, check if pump
impeller is blocked (see pump manual)
Check if vacuum hoses are leaking and if
the system ttings are leaking. Make sure
nothing is sucking air.
-(See page 8 -10 to adjust RPM) After
adjusting, if it is still below 8 RPM your
pump is not strong enough (the Pool-
Cleaner™ will still move and clean but
won’t go up the wall). At such low ow
most other cleaners won’t work at all.
-(See page 11 for detailed instructions on
removal of debris).

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THE RIGHT WHEEL WILL NOT TURN
WHEN ROTATED BY HAND.
1. There could be an obstruction in
the PoolCleaner ™. Either in the
Turbine Vanes or in the Gearing.
-Remove any obstruction (See pg 11)
THE LOOPS IN THE HOSES WON’T COME
OUT. (Hoses won’t straighten)
1. The hoses must have been stored
in a coiled position.
- Lay them STRAIGHT in the sunlight.
Next time store them straight! If that
doesn’t work, replace that section of hose.
THE PoolCleaner ™ DOESN’T CLEAN THE
ENTIRE POOL
1. The hose is too short
2. Pool Return ttings may be push-
ing the PoolCleaner ™ hoses away.
3. The Float may be in the wrong
position.
-The hoses must be half to one section
longer than the farthest point from attach-
ment. (See pg 6)
- Make sure the other return ttings are
pointed DOWN.
-The Float should be 24” (60cm) from the
cleaner (See pg 5)

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THE PoolCleaner ™ WON’T CLIMB THE
WALL
1. See “moves too slow” (See pg 14)
and “doesn’t clean entire pool” (See
pg 15).
2. The Float needs to be adjusted.
Note: It is NOT imperative for a
cleaner to clean the wall.
For the most part make sure the Float is
24” (60cm) away from the cleaner (See pg
5). But it may be necessary to adjust it by
twisting the Float away from the cleaner
to improve climbing. Other factors may
be at work like water too shallow, return
ttings not pointed down, hoses too short,
algae etc.
THE PoolCleaner ™ FALLS ON ITS SIDE
AND TAKES TOO LONG TO RECOVER
1. The hoses may be too short or
Float may be in wrong position.
- Adjust hose to be 24” (60cm) from the
cleaner. Other factors may be at work
like water too shallow, return ttings not
pointed down, hoses too short algae etc.
THE PoolCleaner ™ CLIMBS THE WALL
TOO MUCH or IT CLIMBS OUT.
1. The Tire treads may be worn
hence increasing suction under the
machine.
Note: The Pressure Relief Valve
when used correctly should regulate
the ow to the cleaner eliminating
too much pressure and hence high
RPM and too much climbing.
-Replace the Tires

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SPARE PARTS FOR
THE POOLCLEANERTM
WHEEL HUB
WALL FITTING
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
PRESSURE FLOAT
FRONT TIRES BACK TIRES SWIVEL
EXTRA LARGE
DIRT BAG
MAIN DRIVE
GEAR DRIVE GEAR
STEERING SLIDE
ASSEMBLY
TURBINE
VANES WHEEL BOLTS
SOLID TIRES
PRESSURE HOSE
PRESSURE SCREWS
PRESSURE SHROUD
KIT
P/N 896584000-280 P/N 896584000-266 P/N 896584000-051
P/N 896584000-075 P/N 896584000-082 P/N 896584000-273
P/N 896584000-297 P/N 896584000-303 P/N 896584000-112 P/N 896584000-129
P/N 896584000-136 P/N 896584000-167 P/N 896584000-198
P/N 896584000-327
P/N 896584000-334
P/N 896584000-358
P/N 896584000-341

Limited Warranty
This limited Warranty is only valid if the Warranty Card has been lled out and returned with proof of purchase within
allotted time period. This limited Warranty is extended to the original purchaser (consumer) from the manufacturer of
The PoolCleaner ™, POOLVERGNUEGEN, 361 Sutton Place, Santa Rosa, CA 95407, USA.
POOLVERGNUEGEN warrants this cleaner to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one
year from the original date of purchase, subject to all the following conditions and exclusions.
1. This limited warranty excludes and does not cover all parts that are subject to normal wear and tear such as, but
not limited to any moving parts, tires, skirts, turbine vanes, bypass valve, steering cam, gears, and bearings, which are
warranted free from defects when shipped from POOLVERGNUEGEN.
2. This limited warranty is for the replacement of alleged defective parts during the term of the warranty; owner
may ship the product by prepaid freight to POOLVERGNUEGEN (361 Sutton Place, Santa Rosa, CA 95407). Enclose
a letter including the serial number, date of purchase, name telephone number and address of owner and a description of
the problem. POOLVERGNUEGEN, upon determination and at our option, will repair and return to the owner all defec-
tive parts that are covered by this warranty. Any parts not covered by this limited warranty will be returned to owner
freight collect. All charges or expenses for freight to and from the factory, removal and reinstallation of the product are
the responsibility of the owner (purchaser). This limited warranty is for the replacement of defective parts, and does not
cover any labor charges, packing, handling or shipping.
3. This Limited Warranty is only extended to the original purchaser (consumer) and only during the time in which
the original purchaser occupies the premises where the cleaner was originally installed. It does not apply to any subse-
quent purchasers or recipients of the cleaner.
4. Certain parts are subject to wear during usage (such as tires, skirts, vanes, etc). This limited warranty does not
include the replacement of such parts due to normal wear, cosmetic situations including but not limited to: discoloration
or fading due to sunlight or chemicals, scratches, scuffs etc.
5. This limited warranty does not cover any loss, damage, injury, or malfunction of the equipment due to the
failure to properly maintain and or operate the Cleaner, or alteration of the equipment, tampering, and Act of God, abuse,
misuse, negligence, omissions.
6. This cleaner is intended for a properly designed and maintained swimming pool. The limited warranty does not
cover pools that have a defective design, are improperly maintained, and are inappropriate for the Cleaner’s operation.
7. This limited warranty does not cover damage or injury from improper installation, pump running dry, damage
due to loss of prime or plugged pipes.
8. This limited warranty does not cover any change in appearance, damage, malfunction due to chemical reac-
tions.
9. POOLVERGNUEGEN is not responsible for any loss of time, inconvenience or any consequential expenses
such as telephone calls, labor etc unless required by law.
10. This limited warranty is only valid in the USA and Canada.
11. This limited warranty is in lieu or any other warranties express or implied, including the warranties of mer-
chantability or tness. Any such implied warranty imposed by state consumer law is limited in duration to one (1) year
from date of purchase.
No distributor, dealer or representative has any authority to make any warranties express or implied concerning
The PoolCleaner™ except as contained herein. Unless warranty card has been received by POOLVERGNUEGEN,
POOLVERGNUEGEN reserves the right to refuse repair service or to honor warranty.