[Lifetime Warranty] W83247 Universal Pool Cleaner Hose Weight - For Zodiac Baracuda MX8, MX6, Hayward Navigator Pool Vac & Pentair Kreepy Krauly Cleaners - Replaces X70105, K12054, K12454 | Pack of 4

W83247 Universal Pool Cleaner Hose Weight

Key Features

• Optimized Buoyancy Control: Designed to provide the necessary ballast to prevent your pool cleaner hose from floating too high, ensuring the cleaner head maintains consistent contact with the pool floor.
• Universal Snap-On Design: Features a flexible, heavy-duty plastic clip that easily snaps onto standard 1.5-inch (38mm) vacuum hoses without requiring tools or hose disassembly.
• Chemical-Resistant Material: Manufactured from high-grade, UV-stabilized polymer that resists degradation from sun exposure and high concentrations of chlorine or salt.
• Lead-Encapsulated Core: The weight is fully enclosed within the plastic housing to prevent lead leaching into the pool water, protecting both the swimmers and the pool chemistry.
• Adjustable Positioning: Can be easily slid along the length of the hose to fine-tune the "balance" of the cleaner, helping it navigate deep ends and shallow tanning ledges effectively.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• W83247
• X70105
• K12054
• K12454

Compatibility & Fitment

This universal weight is designed to fit the standard 1.5-inch hoses used by the industry's leading automatic suction-side cleaners:

• Zodiac / Baracuda: Fits MX8, MX8 Elite, MX6, G3, G4, and Alpha models.
• Hayward: Compatible with Navigator, Pool Vac Ultra, and Pool Vac V-Flex.
• Pentair: Fits Kreepy Krauly, Great White, and Lil' Shark cleaners.
• Standard Hoses: Works with almost any corrugated suction hose with a 1.5" diameter.

When to Replace

• Cleaner Head Floating: The cleaner keeps popping off the floor or doing "wheelies," indicating the hose is pulling it upward due to insufficient weight.
• Cracked Plastic Housing: The outer shell has become brittle and cracked, which can lead to the weight falling off or the internal lead core being exposed to the water.
• Lost Tension: The clip has stretched out and no longer stays securely in one place on the hose, sliding around during operation.
• Poor Pattern Coverage: If your cleaner misses large spots of the pool, it often means the hose isn't weighted correctly, causing it to "kink" or stay in a fixed loop.

Installation Tips

• The 12-36 Inch Rule: For most cleaners, place the first weight approximately 12 to 15 inches from the cleaner head. Space the remaining weights about 2 to 3 feet apart as needed.
• Balance Testing: Turn on the pump and watch the cleaner. If the "tail" of the hose is floating too high and kinking, add a weight. If the hose is dragging on the floor and getting tangled, remove or move a weight further back.
• Cold Water Hack: If the plastic clip is stiff in cold water, soak it in warm water for a few minutes before snapping it onto the hose to prevent the plastic from snapping.
• Avoid the Throat: Never place a weight directly over a hose cuff or connection point, as this can cause air leaks or restricted suction.
• Mark Your Spot: Once you find the perfect balance, you can mark the hose with a permanent marker so you can quickly return the weights to the correct spot after cleaning the hose.