Zodiac Baracuda Mx6 Elite Troubleshooting

The Zodiac Baracuda Mx6 Elite cleaner does not move or moves slowly.

Solution:

• Confirm that the main drain is closed.
• Check wheel speed to verify proper flow. Refer to section, “Check for Proper Flow.”
• Check to see if any interior teeth of the tracks are worn. If so, contact your dealer for replacement tracks.
• Backwash filter and empty pump basket.
• Check for debris jammed in engine. Refer to section, “Remove Debris from Engine”.
• Check for air in system. If water level in pump basket drops or you see excessive air bubbles in the pump basket or coming from the return lines, there is air in the system. Check hose connections, tighten all
fittings at pump and check o-ring at pump basket for wear.
• Check the flow regulator valve to make sure the it can move freely with the water flow.

The Zodiac Baracuda Mx6 Elite cleaner pattern does not cover entire pool.

Solution:

• Confirm proper hose length for your pool. Refer to section, “Determine Correct Hose Length.”
• Count wheel rotations to verify proper flow. Refer to section, “Check for Proper Flow”. Adjust flow if necessary.
• Ensure return line fittings are directed downward. Add a return diverter if necessary.
• Make sure hose is not kinked or coiled. Lay in sun to straighten if necessary.
• Verify hose float is positioned approximately 9″ from cleaner head.

The Zodiac Baracuda Mx6 Elite cleaner gets stuck at steps.

Solution:

• Ensure the swivel on top of the cleaner rotates freely.
• Count wheel rotations to verify proper flow. Refer to section, “Check for Proper Flow”. Adjust flow if necessary.
• Confirm proper hose length for your pool. Refer to section, “Determine Correct Hose Length.”

The Zodiac Baracuda Mx6 Elite cleaner won’t climb walls.

Solution:

• Count wheel rotations to verify proper flow. Refer to section, “Check for Proper Flow”. Adjust flow if necessary.
• Verify hose float is positioned approximately 9″ from cleaner

The Zodiac Baracuda Mx6 Elite cleaner riding on its side.

Solution:

Verify hose float is positioned approximately 9″ from cleaner.