What is the difference between the Zodiac Pool Cleaners?
The following Zodiac Suction Side Pool Cleaners are designed for different swimming pool applications. Whether you have a diving pool, play pool, or lap pool, Zodiac has you covered with their line of suction side cleaners.
Let’s take a closer look at the Zodiac MX6, MX8, G3, and T5:
Zodiac MX6
The Zodiac Baracuda MX6 is designed for small to medium pools. This unit is self propelled, and cleans in a pattern motion (sweeping motion with 360° direction change). The MX6 is equipped with dual tracks, single scrubber assembly, flex power turbine, and single “A side” gear box. Due to the single gear box the MX6 is suggested for pools no deeper than 6’. The unit will come with 3’ twist lock hoses (9 connector hoses, and 1 lead hose) totaling 30’ of hose. The MX6 is designed to run in low flow situations like a variable speed pump would provide. In the situation that you have a single speed single phase motor a flow regulator valve and flowkeeper valve are suggested.
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Zodiac MX8
The Zodiac Baracuda MX8 is designed for medium to large pools. This unit is self propelled, and cleans in a pattern motion (sweeping motion with 360° direction change). The MX8 is equipped with dual tracks, dual scrubber assemblies, a flex power turbine, and gear box “A&B”. Due to the dual gear boxes the MX8 is suggested for pools deeper than 6’. The unit will come with 3’ twist lock hoses (11 connector hoses, and 1 lead hose) totaling 36’ of hose. The MX8 is designed to run in low flow situations like a variable speed pump would provide. In the situation that you have a single speed single phase motor a flow regulator valve and flowkeeper valve are suggested.
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Zodiac G3
The Zodiac Baracuda G3 is designed for small to large pools no deeper than 5′. This unit is a mat style cleaner, meaning it isn’t self propelled and doesn’t clean in a pattern motion. The G3 is equipped with a long-life diaphragm, foot pad, adjustable wheel deflector, and skirt disc. The unit will come with 3’ standard hoses (13 connector hoses) totaling 39’. The diaphragm is the only moving part. When suction is applied to the cleaner it causes the diaphragm to open and close. The opening and closing of the diaphragm causes the machine to hop up and down on the bottom of the pool. The pool circulation pushes the hose and that’s what steers the unit. If you have little to no circulation the G3 will not move. Make sure the returns around the perimeter of the pool are all pointing in the same direction to give the G3 its best chance at cleaning the entire pool in a timely manner.
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Zodiac T5
The Zodiac Baracuda T5 is designed for small to large pools no deeper than 5′. This unit is a mat style cleaner, meaning it isn’t self propelled and doesn’t clean in a pattern motion. The T5 is equipped with a reinforced diaphragm, dual foot pads, adjustable wheel deflector, and a dual skirt. The unit will come with 3’ twist lock hoses (11 connector hoses and 1 lead hose) totaling 36’. The diaphragm is the only moving part. When suction is applied to the cleaner it causes the diaphragm to open and close. The opening and closing of the diaphragm causes the machine to hop up and down on the bottom of the pool. The pool circulation pushes the hose and that’s what steers the unit. If you have little to no circulation the T5 will not move. Make sure the returns around the perimeter of the pool are all pointing in the same direction to give the T5 its best chance at cleaning the entire pool in a timely manner.
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Twist Lock Hoses
The hoses are 3’ in length with a male and female end. The hoses get pushed together and then twisted to lock in place. The locking of the hoses prevents the hoses from becoming disconnected.
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Quick Connect & MX Flow Regulator
The quick connect and MX flow regulators allow you to remove the hose from the cleaner without hassle. The MX flow regulator also regulates the amount of suction going to the cleaner.
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Engine Assembly
The Engine Assembly (flex power turbine) allows the cleaner to pick up larger debris without clogging the cleaner.
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FlowKeeper Valve
The flowkeeper valve managers the amount of suction that is being placed on the cleaner. Three different spring tensions for different strengths of suction. Preventing the cleaner from being run on too high of suction.
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Skimmer Adapters
Allows the cleaner to be installed on all types of skimmers.
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Cyclonic Leaf Catcher
The Cyclonic Leaf Catcher sits inline with the hoses and catches all the large debris before it makes it to your pump basket and eventually filter. The Cyclonic Leaf Catcher comes with adapters so it can be used with standard hoses.
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Now that you have a better understanding of the Zodiac pool cleaners, you can now make a more educated decision when purchasing. If you have any questions please contact us if you need help finding the perfect pool cleaner for your swimming pool 1-800-772-0467.
Zodiac MX6
- Hose Length:
- 30′
- Cleaning Pattern:
- Sweeping motion with 360° directional change
- Self Propelled:
- Yes
- Pool Size:
- Small – Medium
- Warranty:
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
- Interior Type:
- Plaster and Pebble Tec
Zodiac MX8
- Hose Length:
- 36′
- Cleaning Pattern:
- Sweeping motion with a 360° directional change
- Self Propelled:
- Yes
- Pool Size:
- Medium – Large
- Warranty:
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
- Interior Type:
- Plaster or Pebble Tec
Zodiac G3
- Hose Length:
- 39′
- Cleaning Pattern:
- Random
- Self Propelled:
- No
- Pool Size:
- Small – Large no deeper than 5′
- Warranty:
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
- Interior Type:
- All
Zodiac T5
- Hose Length:
- 36′
- Cleaning Pattern:
- Random
- Self Propelled:
- No
- Pool Size:
- Small – Large no deeper than 5′
- Warranty:
- 1 Year limited Warranty
- Interior Type:
- All
