Forum: Pool Cleaning: Manual or Automatic

I've had a zodiac G4 suction side cleaner for 3 years. It came with the pool when I bought my house, so I'm not really sure how old it was. I had...

My mx 8 went out again and I was considering the Poolvernguen for my fiberglass pool. Looking for fewer parts. Thanks for chiming in. Dave G.

I currently use a Baracuda G3 for my vinyl-lined pool in Florida but have been told by a pool tech that it would be better to switch to the new...

Mr. Clean Magic Eraser This is the best product ever made - IMHO!!! I used it to clean the part of my liner that is above the water line. It had...

Difficult time with the old polaris this summer, mainly with drive mechanism rather than pick-up as it will clean but will not climb well and travels...

I have an above ground oval 18x34 and was looking to get a robotic vacuum that uses the existing filter suction. Is there any goods I should look at?...

I've been so busy lately I cannot clean the pool every week as I should, so I'm looking for an automated pool cleanner. I have an inground pool,...

Last year i bought a diver dave automatic pool cleaner and i guess you get what you pay. Looking to get a different one this year which i have a 30'...

I posted this in the wrong thread, so here it is again for anyone who's had this problem! I moved my power supply for my aquabot turbo, and firmly...

My Aquabot Turbo is 7 or 8 years old. I am having a problem with the power supply. When I flip the rocker switch to the "on" position, then push...

Hello, I am looking for a robotic cleaner recommendation for an above ground pool. I have been looking at Dolphins, but want to make sure an...

I have had the the viper 5500 for several years with no issues and this year it worked as usual the first time i used it but now it does not move at...

Update: Sorry I missed the Poolvergnuegen thread I searched for aquanaut! Has anyone heard much about these yet? I understand that Hayward...

We opened our pool ourselves this year. Everything seems to be working great except for the Kreepy. It won't work at all. We replaced 2 hose...

Hi all, Relatively new pool owner (just under a year). Just recently got a polaris 360. Cleaned out skimmer and back washed before operating....

I opened my pool early this week and shocked at the suggested level (20ppm) given my stabilizer level (80 ppm). At what chlorine level can I...

We're trying to decide between the Polaris 280 or Kreepy Krauly Legend for our 18x30 gunite pool - any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

I am looking to get a auto vacuum and researching the different ones out there. Any one have any experiences with this one? Thanks,

As I mentioned in a different section (for another issue), I have dirt on the bottom of my pool which, I believe, is making my pool cloudy. A friend...

For the first couple seasons our Navigator worked perfectly. That was 3 seasons ago, and its been slowly not working as nice every year. Now its...

Hello all, I just installed a replacement Polaris PB4-60 pump to replace my old unit. Everything seemed to hook up okay, I wired the unit for...

I was a follower of the former forum and loved it - there were many happy Dolphin owners - so I just bought one. Decided that I want a super duper...

Hi everyone, First of all, THANKS. This is a great forum, I already learned a lot and I am sure to learn even more since I intend to return here...

:( Hello, I'm soo excited and soo dissapointed..........just received my brand new Polaris 65. We installed it to the adapter which connects to...

I have a 22' Intex ultra frame pool. I upgraded to a 16" sand filter combined with a saltwater system. The pool came with a vacuum head for the...

i'm considering getting a robotic cleaner, but don't want to break the bank just because i don't feel like vacuuming. i just learned about the nitro...

I'm fed up with the high price of the Polaris tail whip foam scrubber. My local store charges $4.50. It looks like it should cost no more than 50...

I have a Polaris 65 above ground pool vacuum. I rarely use it as I can vacuum manually and do a much better job. The Polaris 65 jets around the top...

I'm not sure I understand the appeal of auto-cleaners. I spend about 30 minutes each Saturday with a good 'ol vacuum head and pole. No Kreepy-Krauly...