Installation

THE SETUP

The setup is important to the effectiveness of the BasketShark.  The aim is to achieve a circular flow of water within the pool.

Use a jet nozzle (45 degree or 90 degree) to direct the water accordingly. Remember the existing return eyeballs are also effective at directing the waterflow.

Below is a potential set up for a pool with 3 return water outlets down the side of the pool.

  

This is a typical and effective setup of a pool with 2 return water outlets in the end of the pool. 

Obviously there are infinite pool shapes and sizes. Different configurations will produce different results.  Be prepared to experiment and change the position of the BasketShark. 

Kidney shape pools are often the easiest, yet sometimes they seem to create challenges depending on the position of the return outlets. Observe the flow based on different positions to maximise the BasketShark effectiveness.

 

THE INSTALLATION

BasketShark kit includes:

  • 1 x BasketShark
  • 1 x 90 degree jet nozzle
  • 1 x 90 degree connector
  • 1 x diverter fin
  • 2 x fine mesh bags

Note. Zodiac Barracuda hose is not included in the basic kit. The hoses are available from all good pool shops or can be purchased separately.

Additional return jets. Depending on the number of return outlets and their position, additional 45 or 90 degree jets may be desirable to achieve the optimal results.  These can be purchased separately.

There are two common fittings used in swimming pool return water eyeballs, Push in or screw on.  Choose the kit which matches your particular pool.

1. PUSH IN FITTING

Based on where you have decided to install your BasketShark.

1. Carefully remove the return eyeball. Normally these are simply removed with a screw driver. (Refer video below)

2. Insert the return line adapters and connect the 90 degree to the Baracuda pipe. 

3. Attach the BasketShark to the other end of the hose - installation is complete.

The components are all pressure fitted, so gluing is not required. So for example the float can be removed from the BasketShark, although there is no reason to do so.  If it does become dislodged, simply push it back on again.  It will not dislodge while in operation.

The pipe fittings are also pressure fitted.  If you find the water pressure is separating the pipe from the BasketShark, or pipe from the wall/pipe, a single wrap of electrical tape or a couple of wraps of plumbing tape will solve the problem.

 

2. SCREW ON FITTING

Based on where you have decided to install your BasketShark.

1. Carefully remove the return eyeball by unscrewing the outer ring counter clockwise.  These can sometimes be quite tight,

2. Insert the eyeball adapters through the ring and screw the outer ring back to the wall fitting.

3. Attach the 90 degree connector to the eyeball adapter. 

4. Attach the hose and the BasketShark to the other end - installation is complete.

The components are all pressure fitted, so gluing is not required. So for example the float can be removed from the BasketShark, although there is no reason to do so.  If it does become dislodged, simply push it back on again.  It will not dislodge while in operation.

The pipe fittings are also pressure fitted.  If you find the water pressure is separating the pipe from the BasketShark, or pipe from the wall/pipe, a single wrap of electrical tape or a couple of wraps of plumbing tape will solve the problem.


 THE FIN

The fin has a very practical purpose. It acts to turn sticks end on end.  It also diverts the flow down either side of the hose.  Place the fin at a point before the hose breaks the surface.

 

 

Weighting the suction cleaners hose

If you run a suction based floor cleaner with a hose into the skimmer basket, the hose may act as a barrier which prevents the circular flow of water. A simple solution is a hose weight fitted about 1 metre from the entrance to the skimmer box. This will allow debris to float across the hose and continue around the pool.