Product ReviewsJandy Zodiac Clc500 Cyclonic Leaf Catcher

simple to use

Zodiac leaf catcher is very efficient and performs its service very well. the catcher is very easy to open, compared to other units that I have used. the unit is a little more expensive than others that I have purchased. The big issue for other brands that I used, is the fact that they have been almost impossible to open. Great work Zodiac.Read full review...

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Doesn't seem to add much functionality

I was hoping that adding into the mix that I would see great results. Our problem is floating leaves and berries. From what I can see it doesn't address that and may just add another layer of complexity. For those that are phobic about removing and cleaning the skimmer box basket it may have some use.......Read full review...

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leaf eater

what a great item you can see it going to work trapping sand, leaf and other particles in the canister, 1 minuters to empty and refit very good item recommended for all pool owners with an automatic pool cleaner

downside required to by additional fitting for hose connection on inlet side,

buy over highly recommendedRead full review...

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Cyclonic leaf catcher

I found the zodiac leaf catcher is of sturdy build unlike the baracuda brand with has a thin clear plastic top.

In order to connect the leaf catcher on the vacuum side of the unit you need a male to male vaccum pipe or some other connecter.
I used a right angle rubber vaccum fitting from bunnings that I had spare and just squashed it in there.

When vaccuming, Iyou can see the leaves and debris swirling around and when it stops you know that the pump has stopped and you need to restart it again.

I did have a problem with coupling it with my automatic pool cleaner as I couldn't generate enough suction to move it around the pool so I reverted to my manual vaccum on a pole which worked fine

That being said, Im happy to recommend this leaf catcherRead full review...

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Good filter - connections may be tricky

Firstly, as a filter this works very well. Secondly, unless you have a Zodiac cleaner the hose connections could be tricky. I have a Hammerhead cleaner and ended up having to hot glue Zodiac connectors on to the vacuum pipes as neither adapter fitted this type of hose. I bought some other Zodiac and these didn’t fit either (the perils of buying on the web). Read full review...

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Great Product

It's excellent. Don't have to empty the skimmer basket anymore, just unlock canister and empty that.

Stops all the leaves and debris going into basket.

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I’d recommend

Catching leaves before they get into the skimmer makes cleaning a breeze. Very happy, third one I’ve had. Would be good to get replacement valve at the bottom of the bowl as both my previous perished with age.
All in all quite expensive but worth it.Read full review...

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Zodiac cyclone leaf catcher

I’ve only just put it on today, but so far impressed.

It’s easy to clean and most of all, so easy to see if it’s full and in need of a clean.

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Great unit,BUT does hang up on large bits of leaf/bark that the barracuda used to take in its stride. Even so, great unit, very happy.

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Not as described.

It says on the box that it fits all. Zodiac, if you make claims like that at least supply the collar required for the smaller hoses. It's not convenient when you live out of town and special journeys have to be made for shopping for a simple little collar. Besides that, it seems to work well.
I brought this as a replacement for the two leaf canisters I have. One for catching large debris and the second for fine debris. It will be interesting to see how the Zodiac performs against themRead full review...

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