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IMPORTANT
SAFETY RULES
Read, understand, and follow
all instructions carefully before
installing and using this product.
Auto Cleaner
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For illustrative purposes only.
Don’t forget to try these other fine Intex products: pools, pool
accessories, inflatable pools and in-home toys, airbeds and
boats available at fine retailers or visit our website.
Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Intex
reserves the right to change specifications and appearance,
which may result in updates to the instruction manual without
notice.
OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT!
DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE
To purchase parts and accessories or to obtain non-technical assistance, visit
For technical assistance and missing parts call us toll-free (for U.S. and Canadian Residents):
Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm Pacific Time
www.intexcorp.com
1-800-234-6 839
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warnings....................................................................... 3
Parts Reference............................................................ 4
Set Up Instructions ..................................................... 5-6
Operating Instructions ................................................ 6
Debris Net Cleaning..................................................... 7
Troubleshooting Guide................................................ 8
Long Term Storage........................................................ 8
General Aquatic Safety................................................. 9
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
Read, Understand and Follow All Instructions Carefully Before Installing and Using this Product.
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WARNING
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT PERMIT CHILDREN
TO USE THIS PRODUCT.
•
DO NOT OPERATE THE FILTER PUMP WHILE THE POOL IS
OCCUPIED OR IN USE.
• REMOVE THE PRODUCT FROM THE POOL WHILE THE POOL IS
OCCUPIED OR IN USE.
• TURN OFF OR UNPLUG THE FILTER PUMP BEFORE ADJUSTING,
CLEANING OR SERVICING.
• REMOVE THE PRODUCT FROM THE POOL BEFORE PLACING A
POOL COVER OVER THE POOL.
• STORE THE PRODUCT AND ACCESSORIES IN A DRY AND SAFE
PLACE INDOORS.
• FOR POOL AND FILTER PUMP PROBLEMS REFER TO THEIR
RESPECTIVE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADVICE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY
DAMAGE, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
This Filter-Pump system is intended to be used only for the purposes
described in the manual! Failure to follow all product, package and package
insert safety and installation instructions could result in electric shock,
entanglement, other serious injury or death.
Filter Pump Flow Rate Requirement:
1200 - 3500 gallons/hour (4542 - 13248 liters/hour)
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PARTS REFERENCE
Before assembling your product, please take a few minutes to check the
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NOTE: Drawings for illustration purpose only. Actual product may vary. Not to
scale.
REF.
NO.
1 CLEANER TOP 1 11749
2 COLLAR NUT 1 11569
3 GEAR MODULE 1 11566
4 DEBRIS NET 1 11751
5 CLEANER BASE 1 11750
6 HOSE CLAMP 1 10272
7 HOSE ADAPTOR 1 11239
8 HOSE A 1 10850
9 HOSE B 3 10851
10 HOSE C
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12 BRUSH SUPPORT A (WITH 2 EXTRA)
13 BRUSH (WITH 10 EXTRA)
14 BRUSH SUPPORT B (WITH 2 EXTRA)
15EXHAUST RING PLATE 1 11752
contents and become familiar with all the parts.
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DESCRIPTION QTY.
HOSE D
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7 8 9
10 11
SPARE
PARTS NO.
3 10852
1 10957
4 11493
12 11567
4 11494
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
1. Brush assembly. See Fig. 1.
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2. From inside of the pool, unscrew the nozzle from the water return
connector (upper hose connection). See Fig. 2.
Lower Hose
Connection
Inside of the
Pool Wall
3. Screw the hose adaptor (7) to hose
A (8). See Fig. 3.
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Upper Hose
Connection
Threaded
Strainer
Connector
nozzle
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4. Screw the end of hose A (8) with
adaptor to the threaded strainer
connector, from inside of the pool.
See Fig. 4.
5. Connect the rest of the hoses together outside the pool, in the order of
hose description (See Fig. 5), B-C-B-C-B-C-D or B-C-B-D.
For Round pool size above 18’ or Rectangular pool size 12’ and above
(B)
For Round pool size 18’ and below or Rectangular pool size below 12’
(C) (B)
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(C)
(B)
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(B)
(C) (B)
Threaded Strainer
Connector
(C)
(D)
(D)
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
6. With hose clamp (6), fasten the
end of hose D (11) to the top
connection of cleaner. A small
coin can be used to tighten the
hose clamp. See Fig. 6.
7. Place auto cleaner into the water.
Fill up the hose assembly with
water by submerging the hose
into the water to remove all of the
entrapped air from the hose.
8. Connect hose B (9) from the hose assembly to the hose A (8) which
was already installed in step 4. See Fig. 7.
IMPORTANT:
the auto cleaner to the water return connector.
9. Set up the Filter Pump following the Filter Pump owner's manual. The
auto cleaner is now ready to use.
Run the filter pump for 10-15 minutes before connecting
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. The filter pump is an airtight system. In a counter-clockwise motion turn
the top air release valve 1 – 2 turns to open it.
2. When water starts flowing out of the air release valve hole, screw in the
air release valve back into the filter housing cover. Do not over tighten
the valve.
3. Connect the filter pump to the power
outlet and turn ON the pump.
4. Hold the auto cleaner upside down
below the water surface to jet out
the water. See Fig. 8. This will
evacuate all the air in the hose
and auto cleaner, so the cleaner
will sink to the bottom and keep
the pool clean.
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DEBRIS NET CLEANING
1. Make sure the filter pump is turned off, and disconnect the power
cord from the electrical outlet.
2. Lift the auto cleaner’s hose slowly
then hold the auto cleaner up with
both hands. See Fig. 9.
CAUTION: Do not pull the hose
directly which could damage the
auto cleaner hose connection fitting.
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3. Grasp the cleaner base with two
hands, lift the auto cleaner up slowly
with an angle (either head or tail up).
See Fig.10. After the water has been
fully released from the auto cleaner,
carry the auto cleaner out from the
pool.
4. Unlock the four buckles located on
the four sides. See Fig. 11.
(1)
(2)
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5. Remove the debris net (4) from the
cleaner base (5). If debris is on the
debris net and cleaner base, use
garden hose to flush the debris off.
See Fig. 12.
6. Reassemble auto cleaner reversing steps 1, 2 and 3.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Q. What should I do if Auto Cleaner doesn’t move or movement is very
slow?
A. 1. Pull the cleaner’s hose and lift auto cleaner off from the wrinkles.
2. Check the circulation line:
i. Ensure the filter pump is turned on.
ii. Ensure the plunger valves are opened.
iii. Clean or replace cartridge.
iv. If using a sand filter, ensure the sand media is clean by
backwashing it.
Q. What should I do if Auto Cleaner lifts off from the pool floor?
A. Release air from the auto cleaner by following the “Owner’s Manual”.
Q. What should I do if the Auto Cleaner can not pick up the leaves from
the pool floor?
A. 1. Remove the brushes from the underside and put the Auto Cleaner
back into the pool.
2. Clean all the debris from the Auto Cleaner after running for 2-3
hours continuously.
IMPORTANT
If you continue to experience difficulty, please contact our Consumer
Service Department for assistance. See separate “Authorized Service
Centers” sheet.
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LONG TERM STORAGE
1. Make sure the filter pump is turned off, and disconnect the power cord
from the electrical outlet.
2. Using the Set Up instructions in reverse, disassemble the auto cleaner.
3. Clean and air dry all the accessories and parts thoroughly.
4. Keep the hoses straight during storage.
5. Remove the brushes and keep them flat and straight during storage.
6. The original packaging can be used for storage. Store in a dry, cool
storage location.
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GENERAL AQUATIC SAFETY
Water recreation is both fun and therapeutic. However, it involves
inherent risks of injury and death. To reduce your risk of injury, read
and follow all product, package and package insert warnings and
instructions. Remember, however, that product warnings, instructions
and safety guidelines cover some common risks of water recreation, but
do not cover all instances or risk and or danger.
For additional safeguards, also familiarize yourself with the following
general guidelines as well as guidelines provided by nationally
recognized Safety Organizations:
• Demand constant supervision.
• Learn to swim.
• Take the time to learn CPR and first aid.
• Instruct anyone who is watching your children about potential pool
hazards and about the use of protective devices such as locked doors,
barriers, etc.
• Teach children what to do in case of an emergency.
• Always use common sense and good judgement when enjoying any water
activity.
• Supervise, Supervise, Supervise.
For additional information on safety, please visit
• The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals: The Sensible Way to
Enjoy Your Aboveground/Onground Swimming Pool www.nspi.org
• American Academy of Pediatrics: Pool Safety for Children
www.aap.org
• Red Cross www.redcross.org
• Safe Kids www.safekids.org
• Home Safety Council: Safety Guide www.homesafetycouncil.org
• Toy Industry Association: Toy Safety www.toy-tia.org
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