Pool Bottom Cleaner Not Moving

Pool cleaner is not cleaning.

Pool bottom cleaner not moving.

The likelihood is that you have a sand filter and backwashed it shortly before using the pool vacuum. Dirty water going back into the pool. 7 the bottom of the pool is not getting cleaned. In all probability the sand has not had time to settle back into the filter bed so the filter is not functioning efficiently.

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. Do the pods move back and forth when it s not on the bottom. 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.

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. There it is happily vacuuming the bottom of your pool when it suddenly just stops. You can also call us at 800 288 7946 and speak with an in the swim pool tech about your cleaner.

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. If you still need help call your pool professional or call the pentair toll free customer helpline at 1 800 831 7611. A common problem with automatic pool cleaners is they simply stop moving. I have had the navigator for about two months and its sucking but not moving around the pool.

This is only likely to happen if you by pass the filters. If it s 2 months brand new it should be under warranty if there s something broken. 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.

Suction cleaners also need a clean pool filter to both move and vacuum well. 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. Is the pool drain closed. Your polaris pool cleaner stops moving.

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.