Hayward In-Ground Pool Cleaners Troubleshooting Guide

The cleaner sticks at the steps
The hose might be too short.

Check to see that the hose extends two full sections past the furthest point in the pool.
Check to see that the return line(s) are not affecting the cleaner’s movement.
Use the vacuum gauge to measure the vacuum in the cleaner hose. You should have [...]

Hayward In-Ground Pool Cleaners Troubleshooting Guide

The hoses are twisting
Cleaner hoses cannot be coiled up for storage. If you have coiled them, take the sections apart, lay them straight, and leave them outside for an entire day and night. Once the curls are removed, the hose should be usable.
Cleaner won’t climb the wall of my vinyl liner pool
Depending on the [...]

Hayward In-Ground Pool Cleaners Troubleshooting Guide

My cleaner doesn’t move
Cleaners depend on several factors to make them operate. There must be enough water flow past the turbine. Use a vacuum gauge to measure the vacuum in the cleaner hose. You should have 1″ vacuum per section of hose.
Second, the four small “shoes” must be able to grip the pool surface. Make [...]

Suction vs Pressure Pool Cleaners

Suction vs. Pressure
Automatic Suction Pool Cleaners
Suction cleaners are ideal for pools located in desert and tropical climates with cleaning requirements for fine particles of dirt and small leaves and twigs. They can be installed through the skimmer or on a dedicated line in less than 15 minutes and do not require additional tools.

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Automatic Pressure Pool [...]

Hayward Replacement In-Ground Pool Lights – Duralite Series

Hayward replacement swimming pool lights are available in minimum cord lengths of 50 ft. All lights below are for replacement only and are not intended for new code installations. 1 year limited warranty.
Note: DuraLite Series light fixtures mount in the following fixture housings (niches) only:

SP0600U – DuraNiche Concrete (#LI193)
SP0607U DuraNiche – Vinyl/Fiberglass (#LI195)
SP0555 Series (Stainless [...]

Hayward Max Flow Pool Pump

Designed for in-ground pools of all types and size and in-ground spas, The Hayward Max-Flo self-priming pump combines maximum performance with durable corrosion-proof materials. The swing-aside hand and strainer basket make it the ideal choice for both new and existing pool installations.

Opening Your Pool

The following tips come from Hayward Pool Products, one of the leading manufacturers of pool equipment:
Opening your pool signals the start of warm weather and relaxed attitudes. Whether you’re emerging from a long snowy winter or a quick brush with cooler temps, opening your pool can be a simple process.

Remove leaves and debris from pool [...]

Hayward Phantom Turbo Pool Cleaner

Utilizing its AquaDrive® program technology, the Phantom Turbo harness the power of water, to thoroughly clean every inch of the pool—something other cleaners cannot deliver. Manipulating the precision of its extra wide cleaning path, not only does it pick up leaves, twigs and acorns, it removes particles as small as a grain of sand – [...]