
Quick overview
- Cyclonic action The canister generates a venturi action that traps debris while keeping water moving through it.
- Better flow as it fills The cyclonic design keeps the cleaner working well even as debris builds up inside.
- Large capacity canister Holds a real load of leaves, so heavy fall weeks do not mean emptying it constantly.
- Easy release twist lock top The lid twists off and back on by hand, with no tools and no clips to break.
- Two adapters included Comes with two hose adapters for twist lock hoses, plus easy connect fittings.
- Automatic drain valve The canister drains itself when you lift it, so it comes out of the pool without a flood.
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Product details
The Zodiac CLC500 is a cyclonic leaf catcher that goes in line on a suction side pool cleaner hose. Leaves and debris are caught in its own large canister before they ever reach the skimmer or the pump.
Why cyclonic matters
An ordinary canister chokes as it fills, and the cleaner slows with it. The cyclonic design generates a venturi action that keeps water moving through the canister while debris settles, so flow holds up and the cleaner keeps working properly for longer between empties.
Built to be emptied
The top twists off by hand with an easy release lock, the basket has a squeegee design that tips clean, and an automatic drain valve lets the water out as you lift the unit from the pool. There is an ergonomic handle for carrying it, easy connect fittings for the hose, and two adapters in the box for twist lock hoses.
What it saves
Debris that never reaches the pump is debris that is not packing the strainer basket or loading the filter. During leaf season that is the difference between a five minute job at the canister and a full pad cleanup.
| Brand | Zodiac |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | CLC500 |
| UPC | 052337059589 |
| Type | Cyclonic leaf catcher |
| Installation | In line on a suction side pool cleaner hose |
| Lid | Easy release twist lock top |
| Basket | Easy clean squeegee basket |
| Capacity | Large capacity canister |
| Included | 2 hose adapters to attach twist lock hoses |
| Fittings | Easy connect |
| Drain | Automatic drain valve |
| Handle | Ergonomic |
| Shipping weight | 3.3 lb |
| Ships | Parcel |
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