Rainbow Pool Products W5420005 User manual

POLARIS ATV
Code Description
1 Year Warranty
W5420005 Polaris ATV

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Always disconnect the Polaris from the pool wall when cleaning or backwashing the pool•
filter.
After cleaning or backwashing, let the filtration system run for at least five minutes before•
re-connecting the Polaris.
New plumbing lines should be flushed out before installing the Polaris.•
The Polaris should not be used to remove plaster dust in new pools.•
Always remove the Polaris• before swimmers enter the pool.
Except when checking the wheel RPM, do not handle the Polaris while it is operating.•
Always remove the Polaris from the pool before chemical shock treatments.•
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE OR SUPPORT:
Please mail Warranty Card immediately.•
For on-line support: www.polarispool.com•
To contact Polaris:•
US and Canada
Customer Service
2620 Commerce Way
Vista, CA 92081-8438
1-800-822-7933
Polaris ATV Limited Warranty
This one year limited warranty is extended to the original consumer purchaser of this Polaris
ATV Automatic Pool Cleaner manufactured by Zodiac Pool Care, Inc., from date of manufacture
of the unit as established by the serial number, or one year from date of purchase with proof of
purchase, whichever is later. Zodiac warrants this product, including all parts and components
thereof, to be free of defects in material and workmanship. Normal replacement items such as tires,
bottom plate, belts or bearings which have been worn out by use or improper installation are not
covered by this warranty. The Polaris ATV frame is warranted for a period of five years.
This limited warranty does not apply if the failure is caused or contributed to by any of the
following: improper handling, improper usage, improper storage, winter freezing, abuse, improper
installation, unsuitable application of the unit, improper maintenance, lack of reasonable and
necessary maintenance, damage in transit or during installation, or damage from repairs/alterations
made or attempted by anyone other than Zodiac or one of its Authorized Service Centers. In no
event shall Zodiac be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any nature or for damages
to persons or property, including damage to vinyl liners, plaster, tile, aggregate-based and other
pool surfaces, or damages resulting from the use of this product with a substandard pool circulation
system or chemical imbalance.
Authorization to return a unit or part to the plant of manufacture must be obtained from the
Zodiac Customer Service Department. Check with your dealer for the local procedure before
exercising this warranty. If further directions or instructions should be required, contact the
Customer Service Department at 1-800-822-7933 (USA and Canada only) or(760) 599-9600. Be
sure to insure the shipment against loss or damage in transit.
This limited warranty is valid only in the United States of America, Canada and Australia,
and it does not apply to Polaris ATV Automatic Swimming Pool Cleaners sold or installed in any
other country. Polaris ATV Automatic Pool Cleaners sold in the United Kingdom are warranted for a
period of two years from date of invoicing to the first user.

WARNING: USE OF POLARIS ATV IN A VINYL LINER POOL
Certain vinyl liner patterns are particularly susceptible to rapid surface wear or pattern removal
caused by objects coming into contact with the vinyl surface, including pool brushes, pool toys,
floats, fountains, chlorine dispensers, and automatic pool cleaners. Some vinyl liner patterns can
be seriously scratched or abraded simply by rubbing the surface with a pool brush. Ink from the
pattern can also rub off during the installation process or when it comes into contact with objects in
the pool. Zodiac is not responsible for, and the Limited Warranty does not cover, pattern removal,
abrasion or markings on vinyl liners.
POLARIS ATV COMPLETE CLEANER
1. Cleaner Body 6. Leader Hose with Hose Weight
2. Universal Adapter 7. Flow Indicator
3. Flow Regulator 8. 45-degree Elbow
4. Standard Hose Sections (11) 9. 90-degree Elbow
5. Standard Hose with Hose Weight
123
4
5
7
8
9
6

QUICK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Four quick steps to install and get maximum performance from the Polaris ATV:
Identify type of pool connection and connect hose•
Adjust suction hose to fit pool length•
Test and adjust water flow•
Check for proper wheel RPM (revolutions per minute)•
1. Identify Type of Pool Connection and Connect Hose
The Polaris ATV is equipped to connect to a dedicated suction line or a pool skimmer.
A dedicated suction line is a 1-1/2” to 2” suction line, usually located 6 to 12 inches below the
water’s surface in the center of the longest pool wall.
Skimmers can vary greatly depending on the design of the pool. Some of the most common
skimmer setups are discussed here. For further information, contact Customer Service.
Before installation:
Make sure pool filter and pump basket are clean.1.
Determine if a dedicated suction line is available for installation.2.
If no dedicated suction line is present, a skimmer installation will be used.3.
•Identify location of all skimmers.
•Use skimmer nearest the center of the longest pool wall to connect Polaris. If there are
two, use the one closest to the pool equipment.
•Block flow to main drain and all skimmers that will not be used by the Polaris. If the
pool does not have a valve to regulate flow to each skimmer, block the flow at
the suction line.
•Remove skimmer cover, basket and any other valves, floats or covers.
•If skimmer has a diverter valve to control water flow between the skimmer and main
drain, adjust valve to full skimming.
•If skimmer has two openings (suction line and main drain line), the suction line is
usually farthest from the edge of the pool. Verify by checking for flow.
Turn off pool pump.4.
Dedicated Suction Line Connection
If suction line does not have a safety1.
vacuum fitting, install the universal
adapter. If a safety fitting is present, the
universal adapter is not necessary.
Attach any hose section without weights2.
to the dedicated suction line.
Skip to Connecting the Hose.3.
Hose
Universal
Adapter
(if used)
Dedicated
Suction Line

Skimmer Connection
Push universal adapter into the suction1.
line in the bottom of the skimmer.
Insert flow regulator into the universal2.
adapter.
Feed any hose section without weights3.
through the skimmer opening and
attach it to the flow regulator.
Hose
Flow
Regulator
Universal
Adapter
Suction
Line
On some skimmers it may be necessary
to install an elbow connector to keep the
hose from kinking. For deep skimmers,
install the 45-degree elbow between the
flow regulator and the hose. For shallow
skimmers, use the 90-degree elbow.
45 Elbow
90 Elbow
Deep Skimmer Shallow Skimmer
For Australian Skimmer Connections Only
Vacuum plate is not included. Contact an authorized Polaris dealer for more information.
45 Elbow
Vacuum
Plate
90 Elbow
Vacuum
Plate
Standard
Hose
Vacuum
Plate
Standard Skimmer Deep Skimmer Shallow Skimmer
Connecting the Hose
Set aside the leader hose with hose weight and standard hose with hose weight.1.
Connect remaining hose sections pushing cuffs securely together.2.
Attach standard hose with hose weight to end of hose.3.
Attach leader hose to same end. The leader hose connects to the Polaris.4.
Connect assembled hose to the hose section already attached to the pool.5.

2. Adjust Suction Hose to Fit Pool Length
With the hose attached to the pool, extend the hose to the farthest point of the pool. The hose
end should reach 2 to 3 hose sections past the farthest point.
Hose too long? Remove excess hose sections from the middle of the hose.
Hose too short? Buy additional standard hose sections.
After adjusting the hose length, position the hose weights as shown.
Skimmer
or dedicated
suction line
2-3 hose sections
6'
Leader Hose
Hose Weigts
3'
Note: For pools less than 5 feet deep, remove weight from leader hose and position weight
on standard hose four feet from Polaris.
3. Test and Adjust Water Flow
For proper operation, the Polaris ATV must receive the correct amount of water flow. Check
the pool’s available water flow with the flow indicator.
Detach hose and flow regulator, if used. Fill hose completely with water. Reattach flow1.
regulator and hose.
Connect flow indicator to the leader hose.2.
Holding flow indicator underwater, turn on the pump.3.
The target area on the flow indicator represents the correct water flow range.4.
Too
Little
Flow
Too
Much
Flow
Target
Area
If too little flow:
Verify that pool filter and pump basket are clean.•
Verify that all suction lines are closed except the one utilized by the flow indicator.•
Check hose cuffs and connections for leaks that cause loss of flow.•
For dedicated suction line installations, adjust valve in equipment area that controls water•
flow to suction line until indicator is within the target area. Mark valves for reference.

For skimmer installations, turn knob on flow regulator clockwise until indicator is within the•
target area.
If too much flow:
For dedicated suction line installations, adjust valve in equipment area that controls water•
flow to suction line until the indicator is within the target area.
For skimmer installations, turn knob on flow regulator counterclockwise until indicator is•
within target area. If knob is turned all the way, open the main drain (or a second skimmer)
until indicator is within target area.
5. Turn off pump. Hold hose underwater and remove flow indicator.
4. Check for Proper Wheel RPM
Before operating the Polaris, check for proper wheel revolutions per minute (RPM). For
maximum efficiency, the RPM should be between 30 to 34.
Mark the outer edge of a tire.1.
Submerge Polaris and remove any air in the cleaner. Connect the cleaner to the hose2.
keeping it completely submerged.
Holding cleaner under water, turn pump on and count wheel revolutions for one minute.3.
Optimum speed should be between 30 and 34 RPM.4.
If count is less than 30 RPM:
Verify that all suction lines are closed except for the one utilized by the Polaris.•
Verify that pool filter and pump basket are clean.•
Check hose cuffs and connections for leaks that cause loss of flow.•
For dedicated suction line installations, adjust valve in equipment area until proper wheel•
RPM is reached. Mark valve settings for reference.
For skimmer installations, turn knob on flow regulator clockwise until proper wheel RPM is•
reached.
If count is more than 34 RPM:
For dedicated suction line installations, adjust valve in the equipment area until the correct•
wheel RPM is reached.
For skimmer installations, turn knob on the flow regulator counterclockwise until the proper•
wheel RPM is reached. If knob is turned all the way and the RPM is still above 34, open
main drain (or a second skimmer) until correct wheel RPM is reached.

QUICK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The Polaris ATV cycles on/off with the pool filtration pump, vacuuming and cleaning all
surfaces randomly throughout the pool. The climbing ability of the Polaris is dependent on
the pool’s shape and available water flow. It will climb better in pools without sharp angles or
curves in the transition from the pool floor to the pool wall.
Approximately every 4-1/2 minutes the Polaris ATV completes one cleaning cycle. During a
cycle, the Polaris travels both forward and backwards, and pivots to the right and left. The
bypass door releases the cleaner from obstacles and the fan creates down force to increase
cleaner stability.
Bottom Plate
The bottom plate helps the Polaris travel over sharp corners or high spots. Periodically check
the bottom plate for wear and replace as necessary.
Propeller
Keep propeller free of debris. To access the propeller area, remove the top housing assembly.
Flow Regulator
Periodically check the inlet in the flow regulator and clear away debris.
Emptying the Pump Basket
For the Polaris to operate at optimum efficiency, empty the pump basket regularly. The more
debris in the pool, the more often the pump basket should be cleared.
Backwashing the Pool Filter
Always disconnect the Polaris from the pool wall before cleaning or backwashing the pool
filter. After cleaning or backwashing, let the filtration system run for at least five minutes to
flush out the suction lines before re-connecting the Polaris.
Storage and Winterizing
Never store the Polaris in direct sunlight. When storing for the winter, drain out all the water
(freeze damage is not covered by the warranty). Remove all connectors and adapters from
the dedicated suction line or skimmer.

TROUBLESHOOTING
If the Polaris cleaner displays the following actions, adjustments may be necessary to restore
performance. Refer to the exploded parts diagram for part references.
Action: Polaris hangs up on steps or other obstacles longer than 5 minutes.
Solution: 1. Check the wheel RPM.
2. Verify that the cleaner is cycling. The wheels should turn backwards
approximately every 1-1/2 minutes.
3. Remove unnecessary pool hardware or install a Ladder Guard Kit (order part
#G21 from a Polaris dealer).
Action: Polaris is sluggish, running with less power than normal.
Solution: 1. Check the wheel RPM.
2. Clean the pool filter and pump basket.
3. Remove the top housing and make sure propeller is free of debris.
4. Remove bottom plate and verify that the intake area is free of debris.
Action: The Polaris repeatedly gets stuck at the water line.
Solution: 1. Check the wheel RPM.
2. Verify that the flow regulator is free of debris.
3. Reposition the hose weights to 6 feet and 12 feet from the cleaner.
Action: Polaris “wheelies” or turns severely to one side.
Solution: 1. Check the wheel RPM.
2. Make sure the swivel turns freely.
3. Remove top housing and make sure propeller is free of debris.
4. Check hose weights for correct positioning.
Action: Hose becomes tangled.
Solution: 1. Check the wheel RPM.
2. Verify that the hose is adjusted to the proper length and the weights are
positioned correctly.
3. Verify that the cleaner is cycling. The wheels should turn backwards
approximately every 1-1/2 minutes.
4. If installed on a dedicated suction line, attach the 45-degree elbow, angle it
upward and attach the hose.
Action: Air bubbles come out of the return line during operation.
Solution: 1. Check the wheel RPM.
2. Verify that hose connections are secure.
3. Verify that all skimmer connections and adapters are secure.

TroubleshootingWorksheet
If these solutions do not result in
improved performance, contact the
Polaris dealer who sold you the cleaner
or call Customer Service.
In order to provide faster and more
convenient service, please have the
following information available at the
time of your call or when taking the
Polaris in for service.
1. Serial #: ________________________
2. Wheel RPM:__________________
3. Is the back-up valve cycling?
Yes No
4. Is the feed hose the proper
length?
Yes No
5. Are the swivels rotating freely?
Yes No
6. How often do you clean the lter
screen inside the in-line lter?
Never Once a Week
Twice a Week Once a Month
7. Are the vacuum jets obstructed?
(While the cleaner is operating, hold it upside
down and look into the vacuum tube. There
should be four distinct, even jets of water.)
Yes No
8. Is the drive train functioning?
(As you spin each wheel independently, all
the wheels should spin.)
Yes No
Action: Polaris is not moving.
Solution: 1. Remove bottom plate and
verify that the intake area is
free of debris.
2. Remove top housing and
make sure propeller is free of
debris.
3. Check for proper water flow.
If low:
a. Clean the pool filter and
pump basket.
b. Verify that the skimmer or
dedicated suction line
connection is secure.
c. Adjust the flow regulator or
the suction line valve
in the equipment
area. Recheck
the wheel RPM once
you have obtained proper
flow.
4. Remove lower housing to
ensure that belts are
on and properly tensioned.