Kreepy Krauly Help File
Because of the individual characteristics of your pool, some additional adjustments
may be required to get the best performance from your Kreepy Krauly.
If there seems to be a problem, check these common causes of cleaner problems. If you
still need help, call your pool professional or call our toll-free Customer Helpline at 1-800-443-5711.
At the prompt press #1 for "Consumer" and then #2 for "Customer
Assistance".
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Is bottom main drain closed? Close drain
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Is filter clean? Clean filter
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Is pump strainer basket clean? Clean basket
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Is debris blocking the bottom of the cleaner? Remove debris
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Are there any leaks in the hose? Replace leaky section
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Is automatic regulator valve free of debris? Clean valve
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If Kreepy Krauly is not moving or not
pulsating.
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Check to ensure that the main drain and all suction lines are closed, except for the
suction line to which Kreepy Krauly is attached.
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Check for debris in the filter or pump basket.
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Check for debris in Kreepy Krauly's flapper. Debris may prevent flapper movement or
restrict flow. See
page 15 for instructions.
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Pool pump and filter system may be too small (incapable of providing 14 gallons per
minute water flow). Consult your pool professional.
If
Kreepy Krauly stays in one end of the pool.
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Check the return line water flow and re-direct as necessary with an eyeball diverter.
Refer to
page 11 for
instructions.
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Check that hose is long enough to reach to end of pool. Refer to
page 10.
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Check that Kreepy Krauly has proper hose balance. Refer to
page 10.
If
Kreepy Krauly stays on the main drain.
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Check to ensure that main drain is closed. A pool professional may need to assist you.
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Check to ensure that a main drain grate is installed.
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If main drain is not flush with the pool floor, consult your pool professional.
If
Kreepy Krauly slows or stops and air bubbles enter the pool at the return line.
Find and correct the air leak that is causing the pump to lose its prime:
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Check the hose to ensure there are no leaks.
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Check the vacuum connection. It should be submerged so no air enters the system.
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Check the pump basket lid for looseness, cracks,
and worn or missing o-rings. If you need assistance, contact your
pool professional
If
Kreepy Krauly is moving too fast.
In most pools, the automatic regulator valve supplies Kreepy Krauly with the proper amount
of water flow. However, if used with an especially powerful pool pump, the valve can be
overpowered.
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To slow Kreepy Krauly down, a manual bypass valve (Part #
12-094) accessory is available
for purchase from your Kreepy Krauly dealer. This manual bypass can be adjusted to achieve
the recommended cleaner speed of 8 to 12 feet per minute. NOTE: The manual bypass cannot
be used with a vacuum line installation.
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To decrease the speed of Kreepy Krauly, simply remove the in-line valve cone from the
bottom of the automatic regulator valve and replace it with the manual bypass as shown in
Figure 15.
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Press the automatic regulator valve into the threaded compression adapter (or 2
inch hose
cone if used). The end of the valve that is marked attach hose this end must point up.
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Place Kreepy Krauly into the pool and allow it to sink to the floor. Continue to feed
the hose down vertically into the pool until it is completely filled with water and purged
of air.
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Insert the hose through the skimmer opening and push it onto the automatic regulator
valve, as shown in
Figure 9.
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Slide the hose protector into position on the hose to prevent the hose body from rubbing
against the skimmer opening, as shown in
Figure 9.
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Adjust the manual bypass while the Kreepy Krauly is running. Place your hand into the
skimmer and turn the bypass adjuster one click at a time until the desired speed of 8 - 12
feet per minute is reached. See
Figure 16.
If
Kreepy Krauly pulls air from, or remains at, the water surface.
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Check to ensure the dive float mechanism is operating freely and the dive float
restrictor is installed. (See
page 5 for how to install dive float restrictor.)
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Check the automatic regulator valve for its proper installation and ensure it is not
clogged with debris.
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Make sure the water level is at least 3 inches below the pool deck.
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Check to ensure your Kreepy Krauly is operating at the proper speed of between 8 and 12
feet per minute.
If
Kreepy Krauly stays at the shallow end steps.
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Check the return line water flow and re-direct as necessary with an eyeball diverter.
Refer to
page 11.
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Check the automatic regulator valve for its proper installation and ensure it is not
clogged with debris.
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Check that hose is long enough to reach the furthest point of the pool, including pool
steps. Refer to
page 10.
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Check that Kreepy Krauly has proper hose balance in shallow end. Refer to
page 10.
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