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‘LIL REBEL™ Aboveground Suction-Side Pool Cleaner Installation and User’s Guide

‘LIL REBEL™ Aboveground Suction-Side Pool Cleaner Installation and User’s Guide

PROBLEM

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Cleaner is not moving or is moving 

too slowly.

Check flow with flow gauge or by calculating the cleaner RPM and adjust the flow if 
necessary using the regulator valve. See page 4.
Check for debris inside the cleaner itself. See page 7.
Check to be sure the pump has primed. Check for leaks in the system that may prevent 
proper priming.
There may not be enough flow through the system. The filter may need backwashing.
Check to be sure that the main drain and all suction lines are closed, except for the suction 
line to which the cleaner is attached.
Check for obstructions in the system (e.g. debris in the filter, pump basket or pump impeller).
Pool pump and filter system may be too small to provide proper water flow. Consult your pool 
professional.

Cleaner’s right wheel will not turn 

when rotated by hand.

Check for obstructions inside the cleaner itself.  See page 7.

Cleaner stays in one end of the pool.

Check flow with flow gauge or by calculating the cleaner RPM and adjust the flow if 
necessary using the regulator valve. See page 4.
Check the return line water flow and redirect as necessary with the optional eyeball diverter. 
See page 6.
Check that hose is long enough to reach the furthest point in the pool. See page 5.
Check for proper hose float placement. The float may be in the wrong position. See page 2.
Be sure that the swivel assembly (at top of cleaner) rotates smoothly.  If not, the swivel 
assembly may be dirty and require cleaning.

Cleaner stays on the main drain.

Check to be sure that main drain is closed. May need assistance from a pool professional.
Check to be sure a main drain grate is installed. 

Cleaner falls on its side and takes too 
long to recover.

Check for proper hose float placement. The float may be in the wrong position. See page 2.
Check to be sure that the leader hose has been installed and is in the correct location. See 
page 2.
Check that the hose is long enough to reach the furthest point in the pool. See page 5.
The return eyeball fittings may be pushing the cleaner hoses away. See page 6.

Hose keeps coiling up.

For best results, when hose is not in use, store it flat and straight and out of sun.
Ensure the hose is the correct length. Refer to “Hose Length” on page 5.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Because of the individual characteristics of your pool, some additional adjustments may be required to get the best 
performance from your ‘Lil Rebel™ Aboveground Suction-Side Pool Cleaner. Use the following information to resolve 
possible issues

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Summary of Contents for Lil Rebel

Page 1: ...IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION AND USER S GUIDE LIL REBEL ABOVEGROUND SUCTION SIDE POOL CLEANER ...

Page 2: ...Removing Debris from Turbine Tire Replacement Troubleshooting Replacement Parts Important Warning and Safety Instructions Pool Preparation Cleaner Components Assembling the Cleaner Hose Assembly Installing the Cleaner Standard Installation Adjusting Flow by Calculating Cleaner RPM Adjusting Flow Using the Optional Flow Gauge Cleaner Adjustments and Operation Hose Length Return Line Water Flow Inst...

Page 3: ...our cleaner review and understand all warnings and safety information in this guide Failure to follow these instructions or improper installation of the cleaner can result in damage to the pool finish or the vinyl liner Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc disclaims any liability for repairs or replacement to any of these structures or components of the customer s pool Before installing the cleaner in a...

Page 4: ... as the pool cleaner will not remove or cause wear on good pool plaster In fact the opposite is true pool plaster will eventually cause wear on the cleaner The same situation holds true for vinyl lined in ground swimming pools because vinyl liners are also affected by the environment and factors such as pool water chemistry sunlight and the pool s surroundings Therefore over time vinyl can become ...

Page 5: ... from the box Check to be sure all components are included Pool Preparation Before installing the Lil Rebel Aboveground Suction Side Pool Cleaner your pool should be clean and algae free so as to not inhibit the cleaner s traction If necessary make the following preparations before proceeding 1 Chemically balance the pool water 2 Brush pool and let the debris settle 3 Hand vacuum thoroughly 4 Clea...

Page 6: ...suction port connection to the farthest point of the pool plus one section and the leader hose See Figure 5 4 Install the hose float onto the second length of hose The float should be placed 20 inches 50 8 centimeters above the cleaner See Figure 4 5 Make sure that all connections are snug 6 The overall length of hose needed will be determined by the distance from the point at which you attach the...

Page 7: ... adapter The valve s adjustment knob should be pointing up See Figure 6 6 Place cleaner into the pool Turn it side to side and front to back to release any trapped air allowing the cleaner to sink to the floor of the pool Continue to feed the hose vertically down into the pool until it is completely filled with water and purged of air Note If air is pulled into the pool plumbing it may cause your ...

Page 8: ...to drop to the pool floor 7 Turn the pool pump on Figure 8 Adjusting Flow by Calculating Cleaner Speed RPM 1 While the cleaner is running bring the cleaner up to just beneath the pool s water surface Note Be sure to keep the cleaner submerged while the pump is operating This prevents the cleaner from pulling air into the pool system 2 Count the number of full rotations made by the wheel over a per...

Page 9: ...m where it s attached Use a pool pole and brush to easily position the cleaner in the pool 2 The hose should be long enough to reach the end of the pool plus one hose section and the leader hose See Figure 9 3 Remove any excess hose lengths from the middle of the hose assembly This will ensure you do not alter the position of the hose float 4 Save extra hose sections for use as needed for replacem...

Page 10: ...e the cleaner to steer away from the end of the pool where the return line is located or it may cause your cleaner to remain in one section of the pool To correct this purchase the eyeball diverter P N 41201 0236 from your local pool professional If the eyeball does not fit your pool use the wire diverter P N K121620 Wire diverter available for purchase from your local pool professional Wire Divet...

Page 11: ...r on a flat work surface Open the buckle on the front of the cleaner by pulling it out and down Lift the front of the top cover up and then firmly pull it forward This will separate the top cover from the cleaner body and you will now be able to lift the top cover straight up from the cleaner body see Figure 12 Set the cover aside Note The top cover is designed to fit tightly so you may have to wi...

Page 12: ...he wheel To install the replacement tire 1 Place the cleaner on a flat work surface and seat the top of the rubber tire onto the top of the wheel Be sure that the back lip of the tire is resting flat on the inside edge of the wheel Note Replace the tire by hand Using other objects screwdrivers Allen keys etc to replace the tire may damage the wheel 2 Stretch the bottom of the tire over the bottom ...

Page 13: ...irect as necessary with the optional eyeball diverter See page 6 Check that hose is long enough to reach the furthest point in the pool See page 5 Check for proper hose float placement The float may be in the wrong position See page 2 Be sure that the swivel assembly at top of cleaner rotates smoothly If not the swivel assembly may be dirty and require cleaning Cleaner stays on the main drain Chec...

Page 14: ...TION 1 360451 Top Cover Kit 2 360452 Buckle Kit 3 360453 Swivel Kit 4 360454 Wheel Kit 5 360455 Tire Kit 6 360458 Bottom Cover Kit 7 360460 Turbine Kit 8 360462 Drivetrain Kit 9 360463 Roller Kit ITEM PART DESCRIPTION 10 41200 0200 Regulator Valve 11 GW9015 Reducer Cone 12 360466 Hose Float 13 360465 Flow Gauge 14 360468 Inlet Insert Kit 15 41201 0236 Eyeball Diverter 16 360467 Hose Set 17 360308 ...

Page 15: ...NOTES ...

Page 16: ...third parties that may be used in this document are not used to indicate an affiliation or endorsement between the owners of these names and brands and Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc Those names and brands may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of those third parties Because we are continuously improving our products and services Pentair reserves the right to change specifications without ...

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