Intex ZX50 Automatic Pool Cleaner

Important Safety Rules

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

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.

Diagram: Pool with dual suction outlets configuration showing the flow of water from the pool to the filter pump via the auto cleaner.

Parts Reference

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

Diagram: Exploded view of the Intex ZX50 Automatic Pool Cleaner components with reference numbers.

* These parts are available for purchase separately when using the device with 18 ft (5.49 m) & 20 ft (6.1 m) diameter pools. Contact Authorized Service Centers to order these parts if needed. When ordering parts, be sure to quote the model number and part numbers.

Setup Instructions

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

General

• The Auto Cleaner operates from the suction side of the pool water outlet connector (water flowing from the pool to the filter pump).
• If an Intex Saltwater System or Ozone Generator is attached to the pool, disconnect these sanitation devices from the circulation line first before operating the Auto Cleaner. Once the Auto Cleaner has finished cleaning the pool, disconnect, remove the Auto Cleaner from the pool and resume the sanitation device operation.
• The Auto Cleaner must be connected to a filter pump with a flow rate between 900 - 1500 gallons/hour (3407 - 5678 liters/hour).
• For Intex® above ground frame pools with 1-1/4" (32 mm) and 1-1/2” (38 mm) suction outlet connector hose fitting.
• Suitable for pools up to 16 ft (4.9 m) round shape.
• Suitable for pools up to 20 ft x 10ft (6.1 m x 3.05 m) rectangular/oval shape.
• For 18 ft (5.49 m) and 20 ft (6.1 m) round pools, a separate extension hose (12) is required. Contact your nearest local service centers to purchase this part.
• First assemble your filter pump and then set up the auto cleaner.
• The auto cleaner will not work if the filter pump is not operating.
• The auto cleaner is designed to clean the pool by agitating fine dirt and sediments with its brushes and movement, allowing the filtration system to filter them out. It also helps circulate the pool water to prevent stagnation.

Before Setup:

• Ensure the filter pump is turned off and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
• The pool must be free from objects that hinder the auto cleaner's movement (e.g., ladder, surface skimmer, floats).
• The pool wall or floor should be free from algae, as algae can cause the wheels to slip and hinder movement. Treat the pool water with algaecide and wait for algae to shed before using the auto cleaner. Consult a pool supply specialist for algae treatment solutions and clean the debris net more frequently.

1. Remove the suction outlet strainer grids from the strainer connectors and place them in a safe place. Attach the hose adaptor (4) to one of the water outlet strainer connectors. Attach the strainer hole plug (13) to the other water outlet strainer connector hole. (See Fig. 1)
   NOTE: The device operates from the suction side of the pool water outlet connector (water flowing from the pool to the filter pump).
   Diagram Fig. 1a: Shows counterclockwise direction for attaching/detaching.
   Diagram Fig. 1b: Shows counterclockwise direction for attaching/detaching and inserting the plug.
2. Screw the hose collar nuts (6) and foam float (10) to the hose (7). (See Fig. 2)
   Diagram Fig. 2: Illustrates attaching hose collar nuts and foam float to the hose.
3. Brush assembly. (See Fig. 3)
   NOTE: Remove the brushes from underneath the device when vacuuming large debris or leaves on the pool floor.
   Diagram Fig. 3: Shows the brush assembly process.
4. From outside of the pool, connect the end of the hose with the hose collar nut (6) and foam float (10) to the auto pool cleaner water outlet. Hold the rim on the cleaner top (1) and vertically insert the hose collar nut (6) into the water outlet opening. Turn the hose collar nut (6) clockwise to tighten the hose. To remove the hose, turn the collar nut counter-clockwise. (See Fig. 4)
   Diagram Fig. 4: Illustrates connecting the hose to the auto cleaner water outlet.
5. Venting the system is necessary for air to escape as the auto cleaner fills with water. Hold the auto cleaner handle and slowly lower it into the pool water. Hold the hose vertically and slowly submerge the hose into the water section by section to remove all trapped air. Stretch out the hose by slowly pulling the auto cleaner across the pool to the opposite side to prevent entanglement. (See Fig. 5)
   Diagram Fig. 5: Shows the process of venting air from the hose and auto cleaner.
6. Once all air is released, attach the other end of the hose to the hose adaptor (4) and plug in or turn on the filter pump. (See Fig. 6)
   When water begins flowing into the filter pump, open the air release valve on top of the filter pump cartridge chamber cover, lift and lower the pump hoses until water begins flowing out of the air release valve. Close the air release valve. Refer to the filter pump manual for more details. This will evacuate all air, ensuring the auto cleaner stays on the pool floor.
   Diagram Fig. 6: Shows connecting the hose to the filter pump and the air release valve operation.
7. The auto cleaner is now moving and vacuuming the pool floor.
   Note: Regularly clean or replace the filter cartridge or backwash sand media to maintain water cleanliness. The auto cleaner's route pattern timing depends on the filter pump flow rate; a higher flow rate results in faster timing.

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. 7-8)
   CAUTION: Do not pull the hose directly, as this could damage the auto cleaner hose connection fitting.
   Diagram Fig. 7-8: Illustrates lifting the auto cleaner and hose.
3. Once all water has been released from the auto cleaner, hold the rim with one hand and turn the hose collar nut (6) counter-clockwise to remove the hose from the auto cleaner. (See Fig. 9)
   Diagram Fig. 9: Shows removing the hose collar nut.
4. Remove the auto cleaner from the pool and place it on the ground. (See Fig. 10)
   Diagram Fig. 10: Shows removing the auto cleaner from the pool.
5. Push the left and right levers to the unlock position. (See Fig. 11)
   Diagram Fig. 11: Shows unlocking the levers.
6. Remove the debris net (2) from the cleaner base (3). If debris is on the debris net and cleaner base, use a garden hose to flush the debris off. (See Fig. 12)
   Diagram Fig. 12: Illustrates removing and cleaning the debris net and base.
7. Reassemble the auto cleaner debris net and base by reversing the previous steps.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If the auto cleaner stirs up debris and sediments, clean or replace the filter cartridge more frequently. Also, clean the debris net (2) frequently.

Troubleshooting Guide

IMPORTANT: If you continue to experience difficulty, please contact the Consumer Service Department for assistance. See 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, disconnect the auto cleaner. Remove the hose adaptor (4) and strainer hole plug (13) [for pools with dual suction outlets] from the water outlet connectors.
3. Reattach the strainer grid to the pool water outlet connectors.
4. Clean and air dry all accessories and parts thoroughly.
5. Loosely roll up and avoid twisting the hose during storage. Do not place heavy objects on top of the hose.
6. Remove the brushes and keep them flat and straight during storage.
7. The original packaging can be used for storage. Store in a dry, cool storage location.

General Aquatic Safety

Water recreation is fun and therapeutic but involves inherent risks of injury and death. To reduce risk, read and follow all product, package, and insert warnings and instructions. Product warnings and guidelines cover common risks but not all possible dangers.

For additional safeguards, familiarize yourself with general guidelines and those provided by nationally recognized Safety Organizations:

• Demand constant supervision. Appoint a competent adult as a "lifeguard" or water watcher, especially when children are present.
• Learn to swim.
• Learn CPR and first aid.
• Instruct supervisors about potential pool hazards and the use of protective devices (e.g., locked doors, barriers).
• Instruct all pool users, including children, on emergency procedures.
• Always use common sense and good judgment during water activities.
• Supervise, supervise, supervise.