Zodiac B3 User manual

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A BETTER LIFE
For over 100 years we have been motivated by innovation...
and innovation has inspired our greatest successes. Every day
we strive to supply the highest quality products... and constantly
seek to develop INNOVATING products.
Innovation, is what we create every day... for everyone...
for a better life: Because the pool is a source of PLEASURE and JOY...
a place to REUNITE FAMILIES... which CREATES RELATIONSHIPS
and memories... a place where time stands still. That’s the magic of a pool!
At Zodiac®, we manufacture more than just pool equipment... we create
A BETTER LIFE.
Zodiac® South Africa strives to offer world-class excellence in both
products and service. Complemented by a team of dedicated staff
throughout the country, we guarantee premium after sales service.
Should you require assistance on your Zodiac® product, need to locate
a dealer near you or just wish to nd out more information, log onto
our website or call our Customer Care Helpline.
PLEASE SEND US YOUR WARRANTY CARD TO ENSURE
YOUR WARRANTY IS REGISTERED AND RETAIN YOUR
PROOF OF PURCHASE IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF
FUTURE WARRANTY CLAIMS.
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INDEX
INTRODUCTION 5
SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION 6
Preparing your pool 6
Assembling the Hoses 7
Connecting to the Weir 8
SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS 9
Auto Weir Valve 9
Correct Balancing 10
Pool Coverage 10
SECTION 3 – CARE AND MAINTENANCE 12
SECTION 4 – PARTS IDENTIFICATION 16
SECTION 5 – TROUBLESHOOTING 17-18
SECTION 6 – OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 19
SECTION 7 – THE PERFECT PARTNER FOR YOUR 20
PACER B3™
SECTION 8 – GETTING TO KNOW YOU BETTER 21
SECTION 9 – AT YOUR SERVICE 22
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WARNING
RISK OF SUCTION HAZARD, WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED, CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE INSTALLING AND
OPERATING THE CLEANER.
Do not block the suction ttings in the pool, the suction opening on the
cleaner or the cleaner hoses with any part of your body. Do not expose
your hair, loose clothing, jewellery, etc. to any suction outlet ttings in the
pool/spa or on the cleaner.
• Clean the weir basket, pump basket and pool lter before installing
the cleaner and on a regular basis thereafter.
• Always disconnect the cleaner from the weir before cleaning or
backwashing the pool lter. After cleaning or backwashing, let the
ltration system run for at least ve (5) minutes before re-connecting
the cleaner.
• Remove the cleaner from the pool before chemical or shock
treatments. Wait a minimum of four (4) hours after super
chlorination before re-installing the cleaner.
Read owner’s manual completely before operating the cleaner.
Do not operate outside of the pool.
Do not let children play with cleaner.
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing a Pacer B3™. It is through customers such as you
that our position as global market leader in pool care remains unchallenged.
At Zodiac, we are constantly striving to bring the latest innovation and
technology to your pool via our range of products. The Pacer B3™ is
specically designed for small pools but rapidly cleans large pools too.
• In the event of requiring under-warranty repairs, please take your
Pacer B3™ to your closest pool shop or please phone our Customer
Care Helpline 0860 ZODIAC (0860 963 422) and we will either send
out a technician or direct you to your nearest Zodiac repair centre.
THE CONTENTS IN YOUR PACER B3™ BOX ARE AS FOLLOWS:
• One Pacer B3™ Pool Cleaner
• 6 x 1.2m of Long-Life Twist Lock Hose
• One Adjustable Deector Wheel
• One C-Clip Hose Weight
• One Hose Quick Connector
• One Auto Weir Valve with 90˚ Twist Lock Elbow
• One Warranty Card
• One Quick Start Guide
This Pool Cleaner has one registered patent 2009/07320 and additional patents
pending. Pacer™ and B3™ are Trademarks of Zodiac Pool Care South Africa
(PTY) Ltd. Specications and equipment are subject to change without prior notice.
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While the Pacer B3™ is designed for easy installation, some
preliminary steps will assist the installation process.
Where possible, assembly should take place as close to the weir
as possible.
PREPARING YOUR POOL AND FILTRATION SYSTEM
1) Empty the weir basket.
2) Clean the pump basket.
3) Backwash and rinse the lter until the sight glass is clear.
4) Adjust all return jets (whether your pool has one, two or more) to
point downwards and towards the centre of the pool so that you DO
NOT see a circular water ow or ripples on the surface of your pool.
5) Ensure your water chemistry is correct. See page 12 or below for
more on this.
* When using chemicals, always follow manufacturers’ directions and follow the advice of your
pool professional. Always use protective clothing, gloves and glasses. Store and use chemicals
out of the reach of children.
SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION
Free Chlorine pH Total Alkalinity
(ppm)
Calcium
Hardness (ppm)
Cyanuric Acid
(ppm)
South African
Standard 1 – 3 ppm 7.0 – 7.6 80 – 120 90 – 300 30 – 50
Ideal
reading/range 1 – 3 ppm 7.2 80 – 120 150 – 175 50
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ASSEMBLING THE HOSES
With your swimming pool preparation complete, you are ready to begin
installation.
WARNING: To avoid severe injury, make sure to turn off
the pool pump prior to completing these steps.
Your Hose Quick Connector should already be connected to the cleaner
head when received in the packaging. Remove this part from your cleaner
and begin the following steps. If not already connected to your pool cleaner,
you will nd it in your accessory bag.
1. Connect the rst length of hose to the
Hose Quick Connector and twist until it
locks into place.
2. Add the Adjustable Deector Wheel
by clipping it onto the hose which has
just been connected to the Hose Quick
Connector. This part is adjustable and
can be moved up and down the hose
to deect the cleaner head away from
difcult areas in your pool. You will need
to determine the best position but start
with the Adjustable Deector Wheel as
close to the Hose Quick Connector as
possible (as shown in the illustration).
Lastly, connect your Hose Quick
Connector to the female cuff.
3. Push the Hose Quick
Connector with hose onto
the head of the cleaner until
the two parts lock together.
You can do this above or in
the water.
SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
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SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION
CONNECTING TO THE WEIR
In your accessory bag, you will nd an Auto Weir Valve connected to
a 90º Twist Lock Elbow. This part connects to your weir as described
below. The last hose in your line of hoses will then connect to the 90º
Twist Lock Elbow.
.
To Automatic
Pool Cleaner
(APC)
4. With your rst hose now connected to the cleaner head, continue
connecting the rest of your hose lengths to the rst hose. In order
to connect each hose length together, add the male end of one hose
to the female end of another. Twist until the two parts securely lock
together. Setting 2 on the ratchet system setting is advised, but use
whichever setting you feel is best. Continue connecting your hose
lengths together until your reach the farthest point of your pool
(measured from weir) and then add one extra length.
Note: Ensure only genuine Zodiac Twist Lock Hoses are used for optimum
performance.
x6
Weir
Weir
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SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS
You will only need to adjust the Auto Weir Valve if the following occurs:
AUTO WEIR VALVE
The Zodiac Auto Weir Valve is preset at the factory to obtain maximum pool
cleaning efciency. Your Pacer B3™ is preset on setting 2. However, if you
do experience difculties, it can be manually adjusted to one of the three
settings (high, medium or low - see adjustment settings below).
Your Pacer B3™ Pool
Cleaner is performing too
fast and/or climbing above
the level of water.
Your Pacer B3™ Pool
Cleaner is performing slowly
and/or not climbing the pool
walls.
Zodiac
Zodiac
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SECTION 2 – CORRECT SETTINGS
CORRECT BALANCING
The Pacer B3™ cycles on/off with the pool filtration pump, vacuuming
and cleaning surfaces randomly throughout the pool. The coverage of
the cleaner is dependent on the pool’s shape and available water flow.
The main purpose of your Hose Weight is to adjust your cleaner’s
balance which is vital for its performance.
A properly balanced hose will create a 45º angle between the cleaner and
the bottom of the pool. Make sure your disc is flat in the deepest part of
the pool for correct balance.
POOL COVERAGE
While the return line water flow should not affect the natural movement
of the hose, there are occasions where it can be beneficial.
Return line pressure can be used to balance cleaning coverage and guide
the cleaner away from steps and corners.
A return line, located anywhere along the shaded area, can gently push
the hose – allowing the unit to free itself from any in-pool obstacles.
(Move hose weight on rst hose
away from machine head)
(Hose weight in
correct position)
(Move hose weight on rst hose
closer to machine head)
Incorrect
Correct
Balance
Incorrect
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