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280T Tank Trax Designed for vinyl and other challenging in-ground pools. It easily climbs walls, and maneuvers over stairs or steep breaks.
TankTrax Tire Conversion Kit #C15 Used to convert a 280 to a TankTrax model to solve hang ups on challenging pools with steep breaks
Filter Bags
Filter bags to custom clean in any application from heavy debris (Leaf Bag) to fine debris (disposable filter bags with micro-rating equivalent to cartridge filters), as well as ones for BlackMax models. Standard on Polaris 280 is K13 Zippered All Purpose Filter Bag.
MaxTrax Tires
Provides maximum traction without damage to pool finishes. Standard MaxTrax Tire is Part Number: C10 C18 TankTrax Tires C11 BlackMax models
Pressure
FILTER
Pressure
HEATER
Pressure Suction
(vacuum)
PUMP
Return Lines
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In-line Filter Transparent filter housing Easy access to filter screen Built-in swivel
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The Black Pressure Release on the wall fitting is set to allow any pressure not needed by the cleaner to release out into the pool.
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Hose Cutting
When you cut the hose, take care to cut it clean and with a sharp knife. If you do not cut it clean the nut will be hard to push back on the end of the swivel (or cleaner). The nut always is put on the swivel first and then screwed back over the hose after it has been pushed on to swivel (or cleaner).
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Empty the bag when it is half full, especially if the dirt load is sand. It is easier to empty the bag when it is dry. Alternate between two bags.
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G-12 The elbow and valve connects to the booster pump. Connector on valve is a hose bib to connect garden hose. The other end of the garden hose connects to hose bib on the pipe.
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Special Fittings
G-9 can be used for threaded outlets. Then the UWF (Universal Wall Fitting) can screw in.
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Quick Troubleshooting
Check if In-Line Strainer is Clean - This will not allow enough pressure for unit to work properly Check if Bag is Full - Unit will run on its side if bag is too heavy Check Head Float - Should be full of air not water. The cleaner will also be on its side when full of water Check Wheel Spin- All 3 should spin smoothly. If not bearings and gears could be blocked or worn. Check Water Flow - Wet Function Bench Test (G-110). Allows you to plug in at a sink or at a hose bib and verify that all jets are clear and working properly
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Back-Up Valve
The G-52 Backup Valve is mounted on the hose near the cleaner. Using a paddlewheel and gear system , it pulls the cleaner backwards Using water flow every 2 minutes.
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Backup Valve
The backup valve mechanism may be changed.
Backup Valve
The paddle wheel and gear system in the mechanism changes water flow from the cleaner to the open port to pull the cleaner away from any obstructions.
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Tune Up Kit
A-49 Tune-up Kit includes all wear parts but does not include a top or bottom.
Tune Up Kit
A-49 Tune-up Kit includes all wear parts and internal drive but does not include a top or bottom.
Rebuild Kit
A48 Rebuild Kit includes all wear parts and includes the top and bottom.
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Remove the float. It is not threaded on. Pull straight back to remove.
Remove the sweep hose. Plastic clamp is split. Separate the split from side to side and the clamp may be removed. Once clamp is off, pull the sweep hose off.
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Remove the sweep hose adjustment screw. A typical flat head screw driver will fit the screw or use a pair of pliers. It unscrews counter clockwise.
Remove the top. A Phillips head screw driver fits the screw mounted in the hole directly in front of the throat.
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Remove the wheels. A flat head screw driver will remove the plastic screws in each wheel.
Remove wheel bearings. There are two in each wheel. A flat head screw driver placed between the two bearing will help pop them out.
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Please note the look of the wheel bearings. One side has a solid blue face, while the other side exposes the ball bearings. When installing these bearings always make sure the blue face is out so that the balls are not exposed.
Remove the bottom. There are two screws holding the bottom on and require a Phillips head screw driver.
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Please note that the two front axles have sand-silt guards on them. The rear wheel does have not a sand-silt guard as there is no gear action on that wheel. It is driven by the idler wheel.
Remove the turbine shaft cover plate. It is held on by two Phillips head screws.
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The small opening could become blocked with debris and stop the wheels from turning. A simple paper clip can be used to remove debris.
The wheel axles are held on by two Phillips head bolts. There are star washers and a plate to protect the axle.
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Remove the axle assembly. There are two sealed bearings on each end of the axle.
The blue bearings have a flat side with printing on it and always needs to be installed pointing out.
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The turbine shaft is protected by a plastic straw covering. This is critical to hold the turbine in position and protect the shaft.
Remove the water management system. It is held on by two Phillips head screws.
The water management system is critical to the operation of the unit. Debris may get caught in the two jets or thrust jet. O-ring seal is important to flow as well.
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Replace the Water Management System (WMS) taking care to clean oring and make sure it is secure.
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Replace all the wheel axles. There are 6 screws. Will cover adjustments later. When installing axles, they all point forwards. That is the actual axle sticks out on one end of the block. The axle side of the block is always forward towards front of unit.
Replace the turbine cover with elbow. Replace the three screws.
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Replace the turbine shaft cover plate. It is held on by two Phillips head screws.
Remember: There are two bearings in each wheel. Exposed balls point in. Flat blue face pointed out
Pointed Out
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Replace Wheels
The most important stage will be the match between the metal axle and the teeth of the plastic wheel.
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The idler wheel takes power from the front wheel to turn the rear wheel.
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Rear wheel should be moved forward to engage the idler wheel. The idler wheel must flex on spring. This allows debris such as twigs to not block the two wheels.
Spin the front wheel. All wheels should spin freely. If they stop as soon as you let go of the front wheel, they are too tight. If they wobble or skip, they are too loose. If they are too tight or too loose, readjust the axles.
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Replace the top. A Phillips head screw driver fits the screw mounted in the hole directly in front of the throat.
Replace the sweep hose adjustment screw Screw it in until it bottoms out. Back it out 1 to 2 turns. This will allow the sweep hose to sweep and not whip.
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Replacing float. Two fingers works well as a guide. to 1 back from the mast on a 280.
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Serial Number
Serial Number is located on the frame on the back of the unit.
Serial Number
It is a bar code label.
Product Identifier
This is the date the unit was produced. This is the number of the unit that was built on that date.
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Quick Troubleshooting
Check if In-Line Strainer is Clean - This will not allow enough pressure for unit to work properly Check if Bag is Full - Unit will run on its side if bag is too heavy Check Head Float - Should be full of air not water. The cleaner will also be on its side when full of water Check Wheel Spin- All 3 should spin smoothly. If not bearings and gears could be blocked or worn. Check Water Flow - Wet Function Bench Test (G-110). Allows you to plug in at a sink or at a hose bib and verify that all jets are clear and working properly
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Back-up Valve is always on or wont engage. Check wheel RPM and pressure to verify proper flow. Check Back-up valve for debris or damage.
Cleaner only turns in one direction or is running in circles Cleaner stays in one end of the pool, does not clean entire pool.
Verify thrust jet is in the correct position. (180, 280, 480 = straight back), (360, 380 = 11 oclock) (3900 = 7 oclock) Verify thrust jet is in the correct position. (180, 280, 480 = straight back), (360, 380 = 11 oclock) (3900 = 7 oclock)
With cleaner on, verify that vacuum jets have clear unobstructed flow. With cleaner on, verify that vacuum jets have clear unobstructed flow.
Verify that all of the wheels are moving together. Check for broken belts. Verify the back-up valve is cycling.
Verify that feed hose is within 6 longer or shorter of the farthest point of the pool.
Verify thrust jet is in the correct position. (180, 280, 480 = straight back), (360, 380 = 11 oclock) (3900 = 7 oclock)
Check for proper flow by confirming proper PSI and than Proper RPMs. Add a sweep hose weight, part #B2
Verify thrust jet is in the correct position. (180, 280, 480 = straight back), (360, 380 = 11 oclock) (3900 = 7 oclock)
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