How do i remove the wheel deflector from a zodiac pool cleaner?

Hi,

Please remove any debris that might have been picked up between the wheels and the track going around the wheel.

Also, please make sure the track is not turned inside-out. Then, you an compare it to the other track in order to make sure there is not major difference between them that causes the wheels to keep slipping out.

Thank you.

The axels are held on by a retainer attached with screws. I had a similiar problem with my polaris. Had to open up and locate the loose screws and re attach. Also the wheels are held on to the shaft with a c-clip. May be missing and the wheel fixin to come off

Check a couple things when these pool cleaners are getting stuck on steps and in corners. Is the correct length of hose being used? It might be necessary to shorten. Make sure that the ideal flow is being achieved. Add hose weights 3 feet from the cleaner head. You might need to also install a wheel guard (part # W83278). This wheel delfector will also work if the cleaners are hanging on the ladder.

You cleaner was probably overheating from being stuck on the stairs. To ensure that the pool cleaner does not get stuck on stairs, there are a few things that you can do. Utilize return flow by making sure that your return inlets are pointing downward and toward the center of the pool during cleaning. Confirm that you have proper hose length. Adjust the flow to your cleaner or adjust hose weight. Finally, you can install a wheel deflector if necessary.

There are several things that you will want to check if these pool cleaners are becoming hung on your pool steps. make sure that you are utilizing your return flow. If the return jets are not positioned properly, it will cause issues with steps. Position the return line directional so that you can only detect water movement on the surface 8 feet out from the wall, and aim it at the center of the opposite wall. In addition to your return lines, you will also want to confirm proper hose length and weight. Make any adjustments to the flow needed if it is too strong. If these options don't work, you will need to install a wheel deflector (#W69647).

It comes off, just not easily. You want to pull up with more pressure being put on one side so you allow the "teeth" holding it on there to start to come lose. Then it will come off. If you can't do it a pool professional should be able to do it for you.

have you tried adding hose weights? The hose is often a problem with these pool cleaners getting caught on corners or steps. You might also want to add a Wheel Deflector (PN W83278) if you have adjusted the hose and it still gets caught. If it is hanging on ladders, consider adding a Ladder Guard (#W24000). These are both optional parts that should prevent the problem if added.

The first problem that you have is that you indicated that you have a Zippy pool cleaner by Zodiac. This cleaner is designed for above ground, flat bottomed pools. If you are using it for a dished above ground or in ground pool with a shallow end, the cleaner and the hose itself are not compatible with your pool. That is why it is not going to the shallow end of your pool. I would consider looking for pool cleaners that are designed for in ground pools if you want it to cleaner properly.

With these pool cleaners, that is often a problem with the flapper. Check the flapper to be sure that no debris is stuck. Debris can halt water flow and movement, making your cleaner get stuck.

you probably need to replace the diaphragm, unthread the nut directly beneath the wagon wheel, press the white tube downward and inspect the rubber diaphragm for damage or deformity. this is the most common problem with the Zodiac Pacer.