Intex ZX100 Automatic Pool Cleaner

Important Safety Rules

Read, understand, and follow all instructions carefully before installing and using this product. Keep for future reference.

WARNING:

• To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product.
• 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.
• This device is intended to be used only for the purposes described in the manual.

Failure to follow these warnings may result in property damage, serious injury or death.

Parts Reference

Before assembling your product, please take a few minutes to check the contents and become familiar with all the parts.

Note: Drawings for illustration purpose only. Actual product may vary. Not to scale.

Setup Instructions

Important Preparation Information

Please read, understand, and follow all instructions carefully before installing and using this product.

General

The auto cleaner is designed to clean the pool as follows:

• The brushes from the auto cleaner remove fine dirt from the floor.
• Fine sediments and debris on the floor are agitated by the auto cleaner's movement. This allows the filtration system to filter out fine sediments suspended in the water, while the auto cleaner picks up heavy debris on the floor.
• The movement of the auto cleaner around the pool prevents water stagnation, thus helping circulate the pool water through the filtration system.

Diagram: Shows the auto cleaner connected to the filter pump and moving in a pool, with arrows indicating water flow and dirt being collected.

• The Auto Cleaner operates from the pressure side of the pool water return connector (water flowing from the filter pump to the pool). If the Auto Cleaner is attached to the pool "outlet" (water flowing from the pool to the filter pump) connector, it will not work.
• The Auto Cleaner will not work if there is an Intex Saltwater System or Ozone Generator connected to the same water circulation line. Disconnect these sanitation devices before installing the Auto Cleaner. After cleaning, disconnect and remove the Auto Cleaner, then reinstall and resume the sanitation device operation.

Setup Instructions (continued)

• The Auto Cleaner must be connected to an Intex filter pump with a system flow rate between 1600 - 3500 gallons/hour (6056 - 13248 liters/hour). Not suitable for non-Intex filter pumps.
• For Intex® above ground frame pools.
• Suitable for pools up to 26 ft (7.92 m) round shape, up to 18 ft (5.49 m) for Easy Set Pools, and up to 32 ft x 16 ft (9.75 m x 4.88 m) rectangular/oval shape. Not suitable for non-Intex pools.
• First assemble your filter pump and then set up the auto cleaner.
• If using a sand filter, ensure the sand media is clean by backwashing it first.
• Run the sand filter pump for 10-15 minutes before connecting the auto cleaner to the water return connector. If sand enters the auto cleaner, it may cause damage to the gear module.
• The auto cleaner will not work if the filter pump is not operating.
• Operating pool water temperature requirement: 25~45 °C (77~113 °F). Exceeding this range will reduce the performance and life expectancy of the Auto Cleaner.

Before setup, make sure that:

• The filter pump is turned off, and the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet.
• The pool is free from objects that will hinder the auto cleaner's movements (e.g., ladder, surface skimmer, water sprayer, floats).
• The pool wall or floor is free from algae. Algae can block water flow into the cleaner and hinder its movement. Consult your local pool supply specialist for algae treatment solutions.

1. From inside the pool, unscrew the nozzle from the water return connector. See Fig. 1.
   Note: The device operates from the pressure side of the pool water return connector (water flowing back from the filter pump to the pool).

Diagram: Shows a threaded strainer connector with a nozzle.

2. Check your filtration system pump flow rate and adjust the pressure release valve (7) button as follows:
   
   • For pump flow rate between 2100-2800 gph (7950-10600 L/h): press button for "DOWN" position.
   • For pump flow rate greater than 2800 gph (10600 L/h) but not exceeding 3500 gph (13248 L/h): button shall be in the "UP" position. If the button is already in the "DOWN" position, press button once to return it to the "UP" position. See Fig. 2.
   Diagram: Illustrates the pressure release valve adjustment with "UP" and "DOWN" positions.
3. Make sure the micro-screen (6) is inside the pressure release valve (7), then screw the pressure release valve set to the threaded strainer connector, from inside of the pool. See Fig. 3.
   Note: For Intex small pools with 1-1/4" (32mm) inlet strainer connector fitting, screw the inlet connector adaptor (14) to the inlet strainer connector first, then screw the pressure release valve set to the adaptor (14).

Diagram: Shows the assembly of the pressure release valve to the threaded strainer connector, with options for 1-1/2" (38 mm) and 1-1/4" (32 mm) fittings.

4. Push in and screw one end of the hose with the collar nut (9) to the swivel joint (8) first, then screw the swivel joint (8) to the pressure release valve (7). See Fig. 4.
5. Extend the hose (10) to the furthest opposite side of the pool wall or to the furthest corner of the pool so that it overhangs the wall, and then cut the excess hose with a scissor. See Fig. 5.
   Note: Unscrew (clockwise direction) the hose collar nut (9) from the other end of the hose (10) before cutting the excess hose. Screw (counter-clockwise direction) the hose collar nut (9) back onto the main hose (10) after cutting.

Diagram: Illustrates cutting the hose to the correct length for circular and rectangular/oval pools.

6. Brush assembly. See Fig. 6.
   Note: Remove the brushes from underneath the device when vacuuming large debris or leaves on the pool floor.

Diagram: Shows the steps for assembling the brushes onto the cleaner.

7. From outside of the pool, connect the other end of the hose with the hose collar nut (9) to the auto pool cleaner water inlet. Vertically insert the hose collar nut (9) into the water inlet, while pushing down the hose collar nut, turn the hose collar nut clockwise to tighten the hose. To remove the hose, while pushing down the hose collar nut, turn the collar nut counter-clockwise. See Fig. 7.

Diagram: Shows how to connect and disconnect the hose from the auto cleaner's water inlet.

8. Open the hose elbow (11) in half, bend the hose (10) at an angle next to the collar nut (9) attached to the auto cleaner, wrap the hose elbow over the hose and collar nut, and close the hose elbow. Make sure the hose elbow is securely locked. See Fig. 8.

Diagram: Illustrates attaching the hose elbow to the hose and collar nut.

9. Hold the cleaner vertically. Slowly lower the device into the water to evacuate the air inside the cleaner, and the cleaner will gradually sink to the bottom of the pool floor. Stretch out the hose by slowly pulling the auto cleaner across the pool to the opposite side. Make sure the hose is stretched out to prevent any entanglement. See Fig. 9.

Diagram: Shows the auto cleaner being lowered into the pool and the hose being stretched out.

10. Turn on the filter pump and make sure water is flowing through the micro-screen (6) and the pressure release valve (7). The auto cleaner is now moving and vacuuming the pool floor and pool wall. See Fig. 10.

Diagram: Shows the auto cleaner operating in the pool, connected to the filter pump.

Note: The cartridge filter pump or sand filter pump cleans the pool water. It is essential to clean or replace the filter cartridge or backwash sand media frequently to keep the water clean.

If the Auto Cleaner is paired with a sand filter pump, the system flow will diminish and the pressure will rise (indicated by the sand filter pump pressure gauge reading from green to yellow zone), this is normal. Disconnect the Auto Cleaner from the pool and check if the sand filter pressure gauge reading drops back to the green zone. Refer to the sand filter pump manual for more details.

IMPORTANT NOTE

If the auto cleaner starts to stir up debris and sediments on the pool floor, you will need to clean or replace the filter cartridge more frequently as fine sediments are retained by the cartridge. In the case of a sand filter pump, backwash the sand media more frequently. Also, clean the debris net (3) frequently.

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 one hand. See Fig. 11-12.
   CAUTION: Do not pull the hose directly, which could damage the auto cleaner hose connection fitting.
3. Once all the water has been released from the auto cleaner, hold the rim with one hand and turn the hose collar nut (9) counter-clockwise to remove the hose from the auto cleaner. See Fig. 13.
4. Remove the auto cleaner from the pool and place it on the ground. See Fig. 14.

Diagrams: Show the process of removing the hose and the auto cleaner from the pool.

5. Push the left and right levers to the unlock position. See Fig. 15.

Diagram: Shows how to unlock the cleaner base using levers.

6. Remove the debris net (3) from the cleaner base (4). If debris is on the debris net and cleaner base, use a garden hose to flush the debris off. See Fig. 16.

Diagram: Shows removing the debris net from the cleaner base and cleaning it.

7. Reassemble the auto cleaner debris net and base by reversing previous steps.

Troubleshooting Guide

IMPORTANT
If you continue to experience difficulty, please contact the Intex Consumer Service Department for assistance. Refer to the separate "Authorized Service Centers" sheet.

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. Loosely roll up and avoid twisting the hose during storage. Do not put heavy objects on top of the hose.
5. Remove the brushes (13) and keep them flat and straight during storage.
6. The original packaging can be used for storage. Store in a dry, cool storage location.

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 risks and/or dangers.

For additional safeguards, also familiarize yourself with the following general guidelines as well as guidelines provided by nationally recognized Safety Organizations:

• Demand constant supervision. A competent adult should be appointed as a "lifeguard" or water watcher, especially when children are in and around the pool.
• Learn to swim.
• Take the time to learn CPR and first aid.
• Instruct anyone who is supervising pool users about potential pool hazards and about the use of protective devices such as locked doors, barriers, etc.
• Instruct all pool users, including children, what to do in case of an emergency.
• Always use common sense and good judgment when enjoying any water activity.
• Supervise, supervise, supervise.