Selecting an Automatic Pool Cleaner

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Zodiac Pool Systems
Zodiac Pool Systems
www.zodiacpoolsystems.com  
800-822-7933

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<span>Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc. is a world leader in swimming pool and spa products.<span>  </span>The company’s comprehensive product lines are marketed under the brand names of Baracuda®, Jandy®, Nature2®, Polaris® and Cover-Pools®. Zodiac Pool Systems is the premier provider of innovative pool and spa products and is committed to designing and producing the most energy-efficient, earth-friendly products available.<span>  </span>To learn more</span> about Zodiac Pool Systems, visit <a>www.zodiacpoolsystems.com</a> or call 800-822-7933.

 

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<span>Baracuda</span>

<span>Baracuda produces the world's simplest automatic pool cleaners. With just one moving part, the Baracuda line of suction-side pool cleaners provide unmatched quality and unparalleled performance. www.baracuda.com</span>

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<span>Polaris</span>

<span>Leading the industry for nearly 40 years, Polaris is the #1 brand in automatic pool cleaners. <span>By integrating proven technology with premium quality materials, Polaris delivers</span> a comprehensive line of pressure-side cleaners that boast superior cleaning performance backed by one of the most respected brands in the business. www.polarispool.com</span>

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<span>Nature2</span>

<span>Nature2 is the No. 1 mineral sanitizing system in the world. For more than 20 years, Nature2 has been proven to deliver a safer, cleaner, clearer swimming experience to millions of satisfied customers. It is the most complete, user-friendly system available, and unlike other products, Nature2 delivers perfect pool water, naturally. www.nature2.com</span>

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<span>Jandy
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<span>Jandy offers a complete line of premium-quality pool and spa equipment, including pumps, filters, heaters, heat pumps, controls, water purification systems, valves, water features, in-floor cleaning systems, and lighting. www.jandy.com</span>

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Selecting an Automatic Pool Cleaner

This video will guide you through the process of selecting the right automatic pool cleaner. Industry expert Kevin Braidic of Zodiac Pool Systems will walk you though important elements of the selection process including the basic anatomy of your pool, general debris types encountered in the pool environment, the three main categories of automatic pool cleaners, and finally, which cleaner best suits your needs.

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Kevin Braidic: Hello! My name is Kevin Braidic. I am Product Manager of Zodiac Pool Systems. Today, we're going to talk about selecting an automatic pool cleaner for your pool.

First we're going to talk about understanding your pool, which will include the anatomy of your pool. Talk about how pumps, filters and return lines relate to installation of an automatic pool cleaner.

Next we'll talk about selecting the automatic pool cleaner to suit your needs.

Finally, we'll discuss debris types that you may find in and around your pool. Then we'll talk about automatic pool cleaner types for that debris.

Few words about safety. It's recommended never to swim in a pool while an automatic pool cleaner is in operation, and a few words about Zodiac Pool Systems. We are a global manufacturer of automatic pool cleaners, pressure, suction and robotic manufactured under the Polaris and Baracuda brand names.

So let's get started.

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