Zodiac OF 42iQ - FreeRider robotic pool cleaner
Our pool specialist’s view
Complete cordless cleaning for pools up to 10 × 5 m
The 100 µm filter lifts out from above
Status monitoring through iAquaLink
A transport trolley is not supplied
Up to 120 minutes of operation requires charging taking less than five hours
OF 42iQ suits routine whole-pool maintenance without preparing a power cable. We value the top-access filter and app-based status monitoring. We would always check this version’s exact designation when selecting accessories.
the Poolservis team
Zodiac OF 42iQ - FreeRider robotic pool cleaner
FreeRider OF 42iQ cleans the floor, walls and waterline of pools up to 10 × 5 m without a power cable. It suits routine maintenance with status monitoring available on a phone.
Dimensions and key specifications
| Product code | 606979 |
|---|---|
| Cleaning coverage | Floor, walls and waterline |
| Maximum pool dimensions | 10 × 5 m |
| Supplied filtration | 100 µm |
| Maximum battery runtime | Up to 120 min |
| Charging time | < 5 h |
| App control | Yes |
| Filter access | Top access |
| Trolley included | No |
Choosing this cleaner
✓No power cable during cleaning
✓Floor, wall and waterline cleaning
✓Top-access filter
Keep in mind: Select accessories by the OF 42iQ name and code 606979 rather than the shared appearance of the FreeRider range. A trolley is not included.
How this model works in practice
The 100 µm filter is removed from above, so the cleaner need not be inverted to rinse it. Maximum runtime is 120 minutes and charging takes less than five hours. A charger is supplied, and iAquaLink provides this version’s supported functions.
Controls and equipment
- A built-in rechargeable battery allows operation without a power cable attached.
- The iAquaLink app provides status monitoring and the functions supported by this model. A charger and 100 µm filter are supplied.
Filtration: what is actually supplied
This version is supplied with 100 µm filtration. A lower micron figure indicates finer filtration. Fine filters clog sooner under a heavy debris load, so check them regularly. The cleaner does not replace the pool’s filtration and water treatment.
Before choosing
Select accessories by the OF 42iQ name and code 606979 rather than the shared appearance of the FreeRider range. A trolley is not included.
Verified supplied equipment
- Zodiac OF 42iQ - FreeRider robotic pool cleaner
- supplied 100 µm filter
- charger
This overview lists the verified core equipment for this version. Other filter grades and optional accessories are not automatically included.
Care after cleaning
Lift the cleaner by its handle and allow water to drain. Empty the filter and rinse it with clean water; a clogged basket reduces suction. Before charging out of the pool, clean and dry the charging contact as instructed.
Product video: Zodiac OF 42iQ
Video by: Piscinas Ferromar
How to care for your automatic pool cleaner
Regular care helps maintain performance and extend the cleaner’s service life. Refer to the manual for detailed instructions and the operating limits of your model.
- Maintain correct pH and chemical levels. Unsuitable pH or excessive sanitiser concentrations can damage materials and shorten the cleaner’s life.
- Do not leave the cleaner in the pool unnecessarily. Remove the cleaner from the water after the cleaning cycle. Rinse it with clean water, allow it to drain and store it in a dry, ventilated place. Unnecessary prolonged immersion exposes its components to pool chemicals and mineral deposits.
- Clean the filter after every use. Empty and thoroughly rinse the basket or filter bag. A clogged filter restricts water flow and reduces cleaning performance.
- Rinse the entire cleaner after use in salt water. Avoid unnecessary immersion. After removal, thoroughly rinse the exterior, filter compartment and removable filters with clean, unsalted water to remove salt residue. Follow the manual’s rinsing and handling instructions.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Cordless robotic pool cleaners |
|---|---|
| ? Cleaning coverage: | Floor, walls and waterline |
| Robot power supply: | Cordless rechargeable |
| ? Recommended pool length: | 8–10 m |
| ? Filter fineness: | 60–120 µm |
| ? Pool surface: | Liner / PVC, Fibreglass, Concrete, Ceramic tiles and mosaic |
| ? Pool floor profile: | Flat, Sloping, Complex |
| ? App control: | Yes |
| Filter access: | Top access |
| ? Battery runtime: | 90–150 min |
| ? Transport trolley included: | No |
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