Zodiac Vortex™ Pool Cleaner

Important Safety Information

For any operation beyond routine cleaning and maintenance described in this guide, this product must be serviced by a qualified professional with sufficient experience in pool equipment installation and maintenance. All safety instructions in the complete manual must be followed explicitly to prevent injury hazards. Improper installation or operation will void the warranty. Never turn the cleaner on unless it is fully submerged in water, as this will void the warranty and may cause severe damage to the cleaner motors.

Getting Started

Step 1: Immerse the Robot

Place the Zodiac Vortex pool cleaner into the swimming pool.

Step 2: Wait for Bubbles to Stop

Allow the cleaner to sink to the bottom of the pool. Wait until all bubbles have ceased to be released.

The cleaner is equipped with a 3.5m cable.

Step 3: Start Cleaning

Once the cleaner is submerged and bubbles have stopped, you can begin the cleaning cycle.

Pool Shapes and Surfaces

Compatible Pool Shapes:

• Rectangular with flat bottom
• Other shapes, other bottoms

Surface Coverage Options:

• Floor only
• Floor, Walls, Waterline
• Waterline only

Control Box Functions

The control box offers various functions depending on the cleaner model. Available functions include:

• Start/Stop: To begin or end a cleaning cycle.
• Clock: For setting the time.
• Program: To set cleaning cycles and parameters.
• Cycle/Time Adjustment: Adjust the cleaning duration.

Refer to the control box display for specific settings.

Operation Modes

• Start Cleaning: Initiate the cleaning process.
• Set Programming: Configure cleaning schedules and parameters.
• Cleaning Time Adjustment: Select cleaning duration (e.g., +/- 0.5h).

Removing the Cleaner from Water

Use the integrated Lift System to safely remove the cleaner from the pool water.

Button Operations

The control box features buttons for various actions:

• Press and Hold: Used for specific settings or prolonged actions.
• Press Quickly: Used for immediate actions or selections.

Directional controls typically include Forward, Back, Left, Right, and Stop.

Filter Maintenance

Regularly clean the filter to ensure optimal performance.

Further Information

This guide provides essential installation and startup instructions. For comprehensive operating, troubleshooting, and safety instructions, please read the full manual online at www.zodiac.com.