How to Install an Automatic Pool Vacuum
The Automatic Pool Vacuum is your
best friend when it comes to keeping your swimming pool clean and safe.
What is An Automatic Pool Vacuum?
It is often referred to as a suction side cleaner due to the fact that is generally
affixed on the walls of the pool where it automatically sucks dirt and algae
from the pool water. It can also be affixed to the water pump if you want to
keep it hidden to swimmers.
Automatic Pool Vacuum and Water Pump
The automatic pool vacuum takes advantage of the water circulation
being generated by the water pump, using the motion of the water to effectively
suck in unwanted particles. Another desirable trait of the Automatic Pool
Vacuum is that it comes in very few parts and thus very minimal maintenance and
adjustments is required.
Instructions on Installing an
Automatic Pool Vacuum
- Take out the parts from the container and lay
them down on the pool side. - Put the vacuum head, vacuum head groove, and
foot pad together to form the vacuum head assembly. Turn the vacuum head to
make sure the current setup allows it to turn freely. - Attach the buoyancy ring at the top of the
assembly otherwise known as the vacuum hose initial section. - Determine the length required so that the hose
can reach the desired location. Provide an extra four to five feet of
allowance. - Adjust the buoyancy ring to make the assembly
properly placed. - Add more hose sections so that the Automatic
Pool Vacuum can cover the entire pool floor. Remember to submerge the hose
sections under water first to push up the air inside of them before attaching
them to the assembly. - Switch the pool pump on and connect the end of
the hose to the skimmer well. Do not forget that the hose should pass right through
the skimmer. Turn the vacuum on. - Observe the behavior of the vacuum. It should be
running around and across the pool floor. Make sure it passes every point of
the floor. Switch the pump on and off. The vacuum should automatically switch
on and off together with the pump. - Make final checks on the Automatic Pool Vacuum.
The foot pad should constantly remain flat on the pool floor to ensure it
remains in place. - Do not forget to regularly check the pump basket
and empty it when the dirt that has been collected in it becomes more than half
of its capacity.
See? Installing of an automatic pool vacuum is as simple as A-B-C!