Pool Bottom Cleaner Not Moving

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Pool bottom cleaner not moving.

Dirty water going back into the pool. A pool vacuum is a relatively simple device in which the swimming pool s pump system is used to draw water through the head of a portable vacuum appliance that scrubs along the bottom and sides of the pool. The likelihood is that you have a sand filter and backwashed it shortly before using the pool vacuum. A common difficulty with automatic pool cleaner is that they just stop moving.

If the kreepy krauly is not working properly check these things first. Do the pods move back and forth when it s not on the bottom. If it s 2 months brand new it should be under warranty if there s something broken. Your polaris pool cleaner stops moving.

7 the bottom of the pool is not getting cleaned. Finding your suction side automatic pool cleaner sitting on the pool bottom dead and not moving is a common issue for pool owners and service techs. Suction cleaners also need a clean pool filter to both move and vacuum well. You wait for a few minutes to know if it ll restart on its own but no it remains there waiting to be rescued.

It s not uncommon for these parts to wear out and need replacing periodically. Pool cleaner is not cleaning. You wait a few minutes to see if it ll restart on its own but no it continues to sit there waiting to be rescued. I would also check for any obstruction in the turbine a rock large.

If your pool cleaner is moving around the pool normally but is not picking up debris the normal solution is to clear the clog in the suction throat or empty the debris bag or basket. There it is vacuuming the bottom of your swimming pool when it abruptly just stops. This is only likely to happen if you by pass the filters. If you still need help call your pool professional or call the pentair toll free customer helpline at 1 800 831 7611.

If your suction pool cleaner is moving at the right speed and in unsystematic directions but still cleaning the pool bottom it could be worn or damaged brushes or suction vents at the bottom of the cleaner. Setting up the vacuum is a simple matter of attaching suction hoses into the pool s pump system and turning the pool pump on. Is pool filter clean. A common problem with automatic pool cleaners is they simply stop moving.

You can also call us at 800 288 7946 and speak with an in the swim pool tech about your cleaner.