Polaris 380 Owner's Manual - RoyalSwimmingPools

1 M A N U A L. O W N E R ' S. I M P O R TA N T I N F O R M AT I O N. Important Information The Polaris Vac-Sweep 380 automatic pool cleaner comes ready to connect to a threaded 1-1/2" female pipe fitting on a dedicated return line. Other connections are possible, but they require additional fittings (see Section B on page 4). The Polaris 380 is intended for use with a Polaris Booster Pump. You should have a licensed electrician install the cleaner's booster pump. The booster pump must be installed according to the electrical codes applicable in your area. Improper installation can result in serious or even fatal injury. The following are important points to remember when installing and operating the Polaris 380. Always turn the filtration pump on before turning on the booster pump.

2 Always disconnect the Polaris from the pool wall when cleaning or backwashing the pool filter. After cleaning or backwashing, let the filtration system run for at least five minutes before reconnecting the Polaris . New plumbing lines should be flushed out before installing the Polaris . The Polaris should not be used to remove plaster dust in new pools. Always remove the Polaris before swimmers enter the pool. Always handle the Polaris with care. Do not let children or pets play with the Polaris ; it is not a toy. Except when checking the wheel RPM, do not handle the Polaris while it is operating (see page 7). Never pick up the Polaris by the head float. Always remove the Polaris from the pool before chemical shock treatments. As a general rule, any pool water that is unsafe for swimming is unsafe for the Polaris .

3 Carefully cut the hoses following the instructions on page 5. By following these simple guidelines, you can help protect against injury and prolong the life of your new Polaris 380. Before the Polaris is installed, please take a moment to record the serial number. For the location of the serial number, refer to the Exploded Parts Diagram on page 14. You will be asked for this number when contacting our Customer Service Department. Serial # K _____. WARNING: USE OF Polaris 380 IN A VINYL LINER POOL. Certain vinyl liner patterns are particularly susceptible to rapid surface wear or pattern removal caused by a variety of objects coming into contact with the vinyl surface, including pool brushes, pool toys, floats, fountains, chlorine dispensers, and automatic pool cleaners. Some vinyl liner patterns can be seriously scratched or abraded simply by rubbing the surface with a pool brush.

4 Ink from the pattern can also rub off during the installation process or when it comes into contact with objects in the pool. Polaris is not responsible for, and the Limited Warranty does not cover, pattern removal, abrasion or markings on a vinyl liner. Patents: 4,618,420; D 288,373. Unique product shape is a registered trademark. Table of Contents I. Introduction .. 3. II. Installation Instructions .. 4. A. Polaris 380 Components .. 4. B. Possible Pool Connections .. 4. 1. Dedicated Return Line .. 4. 2. Over-the-deck Installation .. 4. C. Installing the Universal Wall Fitting .. 4. D. Cutting the Feed Hose .. 5. E. Assembling the Polaris .. 6. F. Checking Operation .. 6. G. Fine Tuning .. 6. 1. Thrust Jet Adjustment .. 6. 2. Sweep Hose Adjustment .. 7. 3. Universal Wall Fitting Pressure Restrictors.

5 7. 4. Checking Wheel RPM .. 7. and Maintenance .. 8. A. What to Expect From Your Polaris 380 .. 8. B. Turning On/Off the Polaris .. 8. C. Operating Time .. 8. D. Connecting/Disconnecting the Polaris .. 8. E. Cleaning the Filter Bag .. 8. F. Periodic Maintenance .. 9. 1. Filter Screen .. 9. 2. Wear Rings .. 9. 3. Tires .. 9. 4. Sweep Hose Scrubber .. 9. G. Backwashing the Pool Filter .. 9. H. Storage .. 10. I. Winterizing .. 10. J. Accessories .. 10. 1. Sweep Hose Weight .. 10. 2. Ladder Guard Kit .. 10. 3. Filter Bags .. 10. 4. WaterStars and WaterStars WF .. 10. 5. SpaWand .. 10. the Polaris .. 11. A. Problems and Solutions .. 11. B. Troubleshooting Worksheet .. 12. Polaris Booster Pump .. 13. Exploded Parts Diagram .. 14. Warranty .. 17. 2. I. Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new If you are unable to find genuine Polaris parts automatic pool cleaner, and thank you for in your area, contact us at 1-800-VAC-SWEEP.

6 Choosing a Polaris Vac-Sweep 380. The Polaris (USA and Canada only) to receive the name 380 is designed to give you years of dependable of the participating Polaris dealer nearest you. and efficient service. With the Polaris 380, you For best results, the Polaris 380 should be and your family can spend more time enjoying installed by a pool professional. For those with your pool and less time cleaning it. experience and confidence in handling plumbing The Polaris has been built with the finest mate- and mechanical equipment, installation instruc- rials available. The Polaris 380 is backed by the tions are included in this Manual . Polaris limited warranty that protects against Please Note: Installation instructions for the defects in parts and workmanship (see the war- Polaris Booster Pump are included with the pump.)

7 Ranty on page 17). Like most mechanical devices, it will require periodic adjustments, Look for this symbol throughout the Owner's routine maintenance, and the replacement of Manual for helpful hints in the use of your certain hardworking parts. Be sure to have the new Polaris 380. Polaris checked occasionally by your local The numbers in parentheses found throughout Polaris dealer. the Manual refer to the index numbers in the Always insist on genuine Polaris replacement Exploded Parts Diagram on pages 14-16. There parts. You can be sure you are buying genuine are also part numbers listed in parentheses to Polaris parts if they come in Polaris part bags or help identify the replacement parts available at have the Polaris logo on them. Non- Polaris your participating Polaris dealer.

8 Parts are not made to our specifications. They Once again, thank you for choosing a Polaris . may have an adverse effect on the operation of your Polaris or may even damage it. 3. II. Installation Instructions over-the-deck kit (part #G12) and running an aboveground feed line from the booster pump over the pool deck to the pool wall. A. Polaris 380 Components The Polaris 380 box contains: C. Installing the Universal 1. Sweep Hose with Sweep Hose Scrubber Wall Fitting 2. Head Float 1. Turn on the filtration pump and flush out the 3. All Purpose Bag plumbing line. 4. Cleaner Head 2. Remove the universal wall fitting from the 5. Complete Feed Hose with Back-up Valve quick disconnect. The universal wall fitting 6. Quick Disconnect has a blue pressure restrictor installed to 7. Universal Wall Fitting with Pressure Restrictors (one red and one blue).

9 Pool Wall 5. 3 Universal 2 Wall Fitting Universal Wall Fitting Pressure Restrictor Quick Disconnect Pressure Relief 6 Valve 7. 1 4. help the Polaris operate at its optimum B. Possible Pool Connections level of efficiency. Screw the universal wall fitting and the blue restrictor into the return 1. Dedicated Return Line line by hand. A 1-1/2" dedicated return line is recommended. 3. Turn the quick disconnect into the universal It should be approximately 6" below the water wall fitting clockwise and pull away to secure. level and have 1-1/2" female threads. If it has 1/4". female threads, you will need to purchase the 4. Turn the quick disconnect by hand to tighten 3/4" x 1-1/2" coupling (part #G-9). the universal wall fitting; do not overtighten. Once the universal wall fitting is secure, the 2.

10 Over-the-deck Installation quick disconnect can be removed without If the pool does not have a dedicated return line, removing the universal wall fitting. the Polaris can be installed by obtaining an Properly Sized Feed Hose For proper cleaner performance, the hose must be sized to fit your pool. To size correctly, follow the steps in Section D. Once sized, the feed hose should look like the one below. Entire Feed Hose Reaches Within 6" of Farthest Point of Pool*. Clear Hose is Equal to White Hoses Are Cut to Equal Lengths Greatest Depth of Pool Universal Wall Floats Are Evenly Distributed 2-3 Feet Apart Fitting (1-1/2 to 3 Feet Apart). *Please Note: The illustrations in this section do not necessarily represent the farthest point for every pool. You must determine where the farthest point is in your pool.