Pool Cleaners, Pumps and Maintenance Supplies

Which cleaner type fits the pool floor

Robotic cleaners carry their own motor and filter and need only a power source, which can be a plug or, on cordless models, a rechargeable battery with a stated runtime in minutes. Suction-side cleaners run on the pool pump and are simple but load the filter. Pressure-side cleaners use water pushed from the pump, often with a booster, and collect debris in a bag. Check that the cleaner suits your pool floor and shape, how long a cleaning cycle takes against the runtime, and whether the filter basket is easy to empty.

Pump motors, clips and covers must match the pool

Replacement parts must fit what you already have. For a pump motor, match horsepower, voltage (many are dual-voltage, such as 115/230 V) and frame designation, for example 56J, plus the C-face mounting. For round above-ground pools, covers and liners are listed by diameter, such as 16 ft, 24 ft or 28 ft, and wall height, so measure your own pool rather than trusting the label on the old cover. Clips, fasteners and tubing should be rated for chlorine exposure.

Questions about Pool Cleaners, Pumps and Maintenance Supplies

Is a robotic pool cleaner better than a suction cleaner?

Robotic cleaners work independently of the pump, filter finer debris and often climb walls, so they ease the load on your filter. Suction cleaners are simpler and need less upkeep but depend on your pump and skimmer line. The right choice depends on pool surface, size and how much debris falls in.

What does a cordless robotic cleaner's runtime tell me?

It is how long one battery charge lasts, for example 150 minutes. Compare it with the time a full cleaning cycle takes for your pool size. Longer runtime suits bigger pools, and a lightweight unit is easier to lift out.

How do I find out which cover size my round pool needs?

Measure the pool across its widest outside point and pick the cover listed for that pool size; the cover is cut larger than the pool so it overlaps the wall. Wall height matters for liners, so check the stated height too.