8
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
• Filter is dirty.
• Skimmer or pump strainer
baskets are clogged with
debris.
• Vacuum flapper clogged
with debris.
• Automatic regulator valve
stuck in open position.
• Crack or air leak in hose.
• Excessive debris on pool
floor.
• Suction coming fr om
multiple ports.
1. Vacuum moves too
slow or not at all
2. Vacuum moves
too fast
3. Vacuum cleans one
end of pool but will
not clean entire pool
• Automatic regulator valve
stuck in closed position.
• Automatic r egulator valve
not installed.
• Insufficient number of
hose sections.
• Retur n flow interfering
with cleaner.
• Cleaner not weighted
properly.
• Backwash or clean
element.
• Empty baskets out.
• Turn cleaner over and
remove debris.
• Remove obstruction or
replace if broken.
• Replace hose section.
• Remove by manually
vacuuming or with leaf
rake.
• Check to ensure main
drain and all suction lines
are closed, except for
suction line to which the
cleaner is attached.
• Clean automatic regulator
valve port and hinge.
• Install automatic regulator
valve.
• Add hose sections.
• Make sure eyeball diverter
is installed and facing
down.
• Add or adjust hose
weights as needed.
4. Vacuum turns over
• Excessive flow currents.
• Contacting an obstruction
in pool.
• Hose too long.
• Make sure eyeball
diverter is installed and
facing down.
• Remove obstruction.
• Remove hose sections
one section at a time
T
T
R
R
O
O
U
U
B
B
L
L
E
E
S
S
H
H
O
O
O
O
T
T
I
I
N
N
G
G
