Description
Zodiac steering control device side A W79011 for MX6, MX8 and MX9
The Zodiac steering control device side A W79011 is the original direction module for Zodiac MX6, MX8 and MX9 hydraulic pool cleaners.
This factory assembled unit transfers suction power to the left track and controls the cleaner’s movement pattern, so it can climb walls, change direction correctly
and cover the entire pool surface.
Main features of the Zodiac steering control device W79011
- Original Zodiac steering control device for side A of MX6, MX8 and MX9 cleaners.
- Responsible for transferring suction energy to the left drive track and internal gearing.
- Factory assembled module for quick replacement of worn or damaged direction mechanisms.
- Helps restore correct tracking, turning behaviour and wall climbing performance.
- Supplied as a single complete unit identified by reference W79011.
Technical details
- Brand: Zodiac
- Product type: Steering control device side A (direction group)
- Manufacturer reference: W79011
- Function: Transmits suction power to the left track and manages direction changes.
- Installation position: Side A (left side when viewing the cleaner from the front).
- Supplied as: One complete module ready to install.
Compatibility with Zodiac pool cleaners
The steering control device side A W79011 is used across several models in the Zodiac MX range.
It appears in the exploded views of these cleaners as the direction module on side A and is a key part of the drive train.
- Zodiac MX6 hydraulic pool cleaner.
- Zodiac MX8 and MX8 2.0 models.
- Zodiac MX9 and MX930 models that share the same chassis and drive system.
Always confirm the reference on the identification label of your cleaner and check that the parts list or diagram specifies W79011 as the side A steering control device
before ordering.
Typical symptoms indicating replacement is needed
Because the steering control device contains gears and directional valves that move constantly during cleaning cycles, it is subject to wear.
Once worn, it can no longer reliably transfer power or switch direction.
- Cleaner turns in circles or follows a repetitive path, leaving areas of the pool untouched.
- Loss of traction or irregular movement of the left track compared with the right side.
- Difficulty climbing walls or frequent slipping and sliding back to the floor.
- Unusual clicking or grinding noises from the left side of the cleaner.
Installation and replacement guidelines
- Disconnect the cleaner from the suction line and remove it from the pool.
- Rinse the unit with fresh water and place it on a stable surface before opening the housing.
- Follow the Zodiac service instructions or exploded view to access the side A direction module.
- Carefully remove the old W79011 device, noting the position of gears, seals and clips.
- Install the new steering control device side A W79011 in the same orientation and ensure that it meshes correctly with the adjacent components.
- Reassemble the housing and inspect the tracks, wheels and hoses for additional wear at the same time.
After installation, test the cleaner in the pool. A correctly fitted W79011 module will allow the robot to move smoothly, change direction reliably and regain
its original coverage of the pool floor and walls.
