Polaris Vac-Sweep 280 F5 Pressure-Side Automatic In-Ground Pool Cleaner
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- Dependable, automatic, in-ground pool cleaner
- Runs off a separate booster pump; unique filter bag removes debris before it reaches the pump basket or filter
- Double jets provide greater vacuum power and faster cleaning; sweeps and scrubs the bottom and walls of any size pool
Polaris Vac-Sweep 360 F1 Pressure Side Automatic Pool Cleaner for In-Ground Pools, Blue
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- Traps large debris in its own filter bag
- Includes filter bag and 31-foot hose kit
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Baracuda G3 W03000 Advanced Suction Side Automatic Pool Cleaner
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- Includes a long-life hose
- 1-year warranty on manufacturer defects and wear and tear; 2-year warranty on hose
- Simple, quiet, automatic pool cleaner
Hayward 900 Wanda the Whale Above-Ground Automatic Pool Cleaner
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- Unique turbine/gearing system provides constant balanced water flow assuring quiet operation and gentle movement across the pool bottom
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Aqua Products APRVJR Aquabot Pool Rover Jr. Robotic Above-Ground Pool Cleaner
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- Pool rover Jr. comes with 40-feet of floating cable, a built-in 2-micron fine reusable filter bag and a power supply transformer
- Powered by a 24-volt pump motor that provides vacuum suction and jet-drive propulsion and works with the touch of a button
- Fully automatic robotic cleaner vacuums any round, oval, or rectangular flat-surface above-ground pool in 1 hour or less without hoses
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How do i use the manual pool cleaner for my inground pool?
How should i set the skimmer/pool drain valves? Should i turn off the pool drain and have all the water being sucked from one skimmer? or keep both skimmers sucking in water and leave the drain off?
Our automatic pool cleaner is not working correctly and i have never had to manually clean the pool before :-/
Skimmer/drain valve to all skimmer and then all suction to only one skimmer. This provides the maximum possible suction for the pool vac. If that turns out to be so much suction that it is hard to push the vac across the pool floor, then adjust the valve to allow a little suction at the other skimmer.
There isn't really a standard design for in ground pools - they have different configurations of drains, skimmers, pumps, filters. You find what works for yours and go with that.
Can anyone make water spiral threw an automatic swimming pool cleaner's pipes?
My question is can you make the water in your automatic swimming pool cleaner's pipes spiral. Speeding up water flow, greater suction power, faster automatic swimming pool cleaner, a turning force is created on the swimming pool pipes.
The automatic swimming pool cleaner will be able to turn itself out of tight spots.
Try a Hayward Navigator, it turns itself out of steps and ledges and spends more time cleaning the pool!
You're welcome!!
Can anyone tell me what the best automatic in-ground pool cleaner is?
I just got an in-ground pool and am looking to purchase an automatic cleaner. I haved checked out all the info I can, but can't seem to come to a decision! I don't want to spend $700-$1000 on a product only to find out it doesn't work! I don't mind spending the money if I know it's going to be worth it!
Depends on the kind of dirt you need to pick up. Generally speaking, "suction side" cleaners that constantly vacuum your pool (hose goes into your skimmer) are best when you have mostly dust and dirt. They tend to have difficulty with larger debris like leaves and needles. If that is you main debris then I suggest a "pressure side" cleaner. Some of these have a booster pump, some don't. But they all use a hose with water pressure to propel them. They have a debris bag that will collect the leaves very well, but dust and dirt may go through the bag.
how do i switch my pool cleaner from pressure side to suction side?
i currently have a pressure side pool cleaner. it doesnt really remove any dirt or dead algae at the bottom of my pool. it just blows it into the water. i want a suction one which will work much better and send it into the filter. can i just buy the suction side cleaner and hook it up or do i have to change everything around?
You would generally hook it up in the same fashion as you attach your manual pool vacuum. Basically a suction side cleaner is just a vacuum that is self propelled. Hope this helps.
what is the best above groung automatic pool cleaner?
what do u guys and gals think the best above ground AUTOMATIC pool cleaner is the best. i have a baracuda zippy now it did ok for a while now its just dead. please give me some SERIOUS answers. i know my kids can do it. im looking for some advice. thanks you in advance.
I do realize you said serious advice ... but I can't help myself. Actually I have a "spider" cleaner that I sometimes have used in my above ground pool - BUT ... in all seriousness - I now have a "pool boy" ... not the speedo kind - but a gentleman that comes weekly from my pool chemical supply place for a cost of only $35 weekly + chemicals. Money well spent! Just wanted to let you know to check into it because it is probably more affordable than you realize. The fellow brings chemicals and adds them as needed and that cost then is added to my charge ticket.
It is nice to not have to worry about time consuming (although relaxing) cleaning. It never gets out of hand due to weather or heat etc. All we have to do is come in from work & enjoy the water.
Good luck.
My pool cleaner is taking water in, but it is not moving or cleaning anything?
My pool cleaner was working just fine, but today I noticed it wasn't moving or cleaning at all. So, realized is socking water in but it is not moving, cleaning or doing anything. How could i fix this problem?
Thanks for your help. I would appreciate it very much!!! :)
Check for a dirty filter before doing anything to your cleaner.
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which automatic pool cleaner is better, kreepy krauly or polaris?
i need to buy an auotmatic pool cleaner. i've heard some bad things about the polaris and i'm thinking of going with the kreepy krauly instead. has anyone used these? which one will last longer and work better?
Two different animals. Kreepy is a suctiom side cleaner. Polaris is pressure side. Polaris makes a bunch of models. Choosing which one is best for you is a challenge in itself. (Polaris also makes a suction side unit, by the way.) Personally I much prefer Kreepy over Polaris. It is simpler. Has one moving part. Easier to repair. Average repair is much cheaper than Polaris. Frankly, when I had my pool store I finally quit selling Polaris products. I wasn't happy with the overall quality of the units. Every one I sold became more of a liability for the store. I'd opt for Kreepy if I were you.
the polaris 360 is crap. the 380 has its own motor and is excellent. the new 480 is good too. if you are willing to pay for the 380 or the 480, you might as well get a Dolphin (or aquabot) and not have to worry about replumbing the water and electrical connections for the 380 or the 480.
Polaris: Pressure model is the most expensive of the cleaners. Relies on a separate pump and plumbing to run. Imagine a 3 wheeled car running around the pool bottom, with a small bag attached, for debris collection. Nothing gets back to the pump basket or into the filter, it's all caught in the bag, except for very fine debris (anything smaller than sand), which the tail sweeps up into the water column for the skimmer to get eventually. Does a good job cleaning. Disadvantages, price, wheel bearings need servicing once a year, cost of electrical to run another pump. Servicing can be done by the homeowner that is a handyman.
Polaris: Suction side model is comparable in price to the kreepy. It's similar to the Pressure model in appearance but lacks the debris collection bag. Runs on suction and plugs into the skimmer or wall suction if the pool is equipped. Comes with a regulator valve that fits in the skimmer, to allow the skimmer to function AND the cleaner to work. When they are working, they work well. Down side is debris on pool bottom gets deposited in pump basket or filter as there's no separate collection bag.Also the unit is quite complex, I've had issues with debris such as acorns jamming up the turbine inside the unit. Servicing is not very homeowner friendly.
Kreepy: Suction side cleaner that can operate on a wall suction ( if installed) or the skimmer, comes with a regulator to allow skimmer action as well as cleaner suction if used in the skimmer.. The fewest moving parts of the 3. Just a hammer inside. New models have a nasty tendency to blow the hammer apart if your suction is too strong, so use that regulator. Does a good job of cleaning the pool, fairly reliable, many accessories availiable for problem shaped pools ( ie ladder guards, back up valves, etc) Downside, hey, it's a suction cleaner, the stuff goes to the equipment. Also, if you are using it in a concrete pool, the Pleat (skirt) will wear out in a season, requiring replacement ( 100 bucks ). Servicing is very home owner friendly.
So in a nutshell. If your pool is concrete and you can afford the best, go with the polaris pressure operated. A Kreepy will be fine too, but it'll need that pleat replaced ocassionally.
If your pool is a vinyl one, I'd go with the Kreepy, Polaris have a lot of work to do with their suction side cleaner before I can endorse it.
Theres two other types of widely avaliable suction cleaner called a Barracuda, and a Hayward Navigator The Barracuda is serviceman's nightmare and the bain of the parts department.When they work, they work ok, not well, just ok
The Hayward Navigator is actually the old Arneson Pool Vac under a new name They work well in most, but not all pools. They have an annoying habit of getting their rear intake screens clogged, stopping the turbine that turn the unit, making it go in a straight line only. It hits the wall and that's it.
Both of these cleaners are comparable in price to the other suction cleaners. Servicing. The barracuda is somewhat home owner friendly, the Navigator is not at all friendly.
Hope this helps.
why does sediment come out of the pool filter when i turn the poll cleaner on?
i have a polaris pool cleaner, and a pool with a de filter. whenever i turn the pool cleaner on white sediment comes out of the cleaner and make the water cloudy, and after 30 minutes the pool cleaner stops working because the screen at the tubing and the pool wall is clogged with sediment
You have either a broken grid or the manifold that holds the grids together is cracked. Take apart the tank and pull out the grids. You will have to take all 8 off of the manifold to closely inspect them for rips or tears. They are annoying to put back together but just remember where the small one was positioned and you should be okay (there is 1 small and 7 large). You can always take them to your local pool company for them to inspect.
Good luck!
what's the best automatic pool cleaner money can buy?
Looking for a good pool cleaner, low on maintenence but high on effectiveness.
For suction side cleaners I like the Kreepy Krauly. For pressure side I'd go with Letro Legend.
Anyone have a Hayward Viper Pool Cleaner that doesn't work well?
I've got a year old Hayward Viper pool cleaner that stops after about 5 minutes. Pressure is fine, had internals check. Any ideas?
heres a link with a few tips on automatic cleaners...maybe one will fix your problem: http://www.swimming-pool-information.com/automatic-pool-cleaner-problems.html
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