My swimming pool "Kreepy Krauly" automatic cleaner doesn't work well...?

jagercrow

Just bought a house with a pool. Got everything under control except for the "Kreepy Krauly" in the pool. I can get it to work, however, 1.) It sometimes won't stay suctioned flat on the pool surface. The back end will start to lift up. Is that normal? 2.) It will usually work for 5-10 minutes and then just stop dead. I make sure the filter is completelty clean. Why would it just stop? 3.) It seems like it is very repetitive. It sometimes just goes over the same area it already cleaned. Isn't it suppose to be "random" and clean the pool in its entirety? I don't want to have to fork out for some pool guy to come out and really want to try and do this pool thing on my own. Any help would be appreciated!!

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Either get it looked at/repaired, or get a new one. Yes, it should randomly move around the pool, but it sometimes goes over the same spot multiple times. Also, sort of random, those things creep me out :). I refuse to go near them in the pool.

Are you a pool cleaner? Please help me pick a Kreepy Krauly...?

MagPookie

Should I get the Kreepy Krauly Classic or Kruiser model? The classic seems more popular although the kruiser supposedly works better. There's good and bad reviews for both and I just can't decide.

I have an irregular shaped fiberglass coated in-ground pool. My current one just died and it never could get in the corners or the stairs. Any info you can provide is appreciated. Thanks.

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Both Kreepy Krauly models are very good automatic pool cleaners. I think that the classic is a better option, but either will work great.

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transition from pool man to vacum pool cleaner?!?!?

Q. we have an average in ground pool and currently have a pool man we want an automatic? vacum? cleaner that would clean the pool...the promblem is we dont know how much it generally costs and is it a long pricy transition?

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I've seen several in action, personally I recommend the "Kreepy Krauly". It's a good, mid-priced ($400) pool cleaner that works off your pools pump. Keep in mind you will have to replace parts now and then so budget about $50+ yearly for that. Make sure your local pool supply shop carries parts for whatever model you decide on. You will need to brush the pool surface and perform some manual cleaning now and then but for the most part the cleaner will take care of everything. No difficult transition, 1. install cleaner, 2. fire pool guy. Here is a link comparing the major cleaners: http://www.poolcenter.com/cleaners_poolstor.htm

Automatic pool cleaners.?

Q. I need to know which pool cleaner is the best. There are so many different kinds. Barracuda G3, Zodiac G4, Hayward ultra pool vacumn, Kreepy Krauly, I just want to know which is the best, for a good price

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The 4 pool cleaners you have selected are all good cleaners. You need to keep in mind the hayward ultra pool vacuum and the kreepy krauly have been around the longest and have proven there self to be good quality. My personal preference of the 4 you selected is the hayward ultra pool vacuum I think it does the best job out of all 4. There is a new pool cleaner available that does as good as the hayward ultra pool vacuum using half the suction it is the zodiac mx8. When you use less suction to run the cleaner you will have more suction for the skimmer. You can find these pool cleaners and many others at poolsupplysales.com

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what is best automatic pool cleaner vaccuum for in ground pool?

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john p

i know some have their own filter and some use the pools filter, but im looking for a low maintenance, inexpensive and good cleaning unit without alot of parts that break. anyone like the polaris 165?

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Depends on wether you get mostly leaves or dirt.
If you get lots of leaves,a pressure side cleaner like polaris or hayward viper is best
If you get mostly dirt,then I would say a suction cleaner like a kreepy krauly or hayward navigator

What is the best automatic pool cleaner (sweeper)?

Terry N

I have an inground pool and hate to vacuum the pool. What is the best one out there?

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The absolute best would be a booster pump powered Polaris, any model. If your budget doesn't allow spending 1800 bucks then my vote is for both the Kreepy Krauly and the Hayward Navigator. Both have their strengths and weaknesses and a lot will depend if this is a concrete or vinyl pool. Kreepy's have a tendency to plow through just about anything, but they also tend to get stuck on many pool shapes unless you purchase the optional back up device for them. The Navigators don't tend to get stuck, but they are also not as adept at climbing walls or powering through heavy debris.

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what's the best automatic pool cleaner money can buy?

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Roger

Looking for a good pool cleaner, low on maintenence but high on effectiveness.

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For suction side cleaners I like the Kreepy Krauly. For pressure side I'd go with Letro Legend.

what is best automatic pool cleaner vaccuum for in ground pool?

john p

i know some have their own filter and some use the pools filter, but im looking for a low maintenance, inexpensive and good cleaning unit without alot of parts that break. anyone like the polaris 165?

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Depends on wether you get mostly leaves or dirt.
If you get lots of leaves,a pressure side cleaner like polaris or hayward viper is best
If you get mostly dirt,then I would say a suction cleaner like a kreepy krauly or hayward navigator

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What is the best automatic pool cleaner (sweeper)?

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Terry N

I have an inground pool and hate to vacuum the pool. What is the best one out there?

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The absolute best would be a booster pump powered Polaris, any model. If your budget doesn't allow spending 1800 bucks then my vote is for both the Kreepy Krauly and the Hayward Navigator. Both have their strengths and weaknesses and a lot will depend if this is a concrete or vinyl pool. Kreepy's have a tendency to plow through just about anything, but they also tend to get stuck on many pool shapes unless you purchase the optional back up device for them. The Navigators don't tend to get stuck, but they are also not as adept at climbing walls or powering through heavy debris.

I'm looking to buy an automatic pool cleaner for an in-ground pool. Any suggestions on best brand and type?

Lynn

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You didn't mention your budget. If you're looking to spend 300 dollars or under, then from a service guy's point of view on effectiveness, cost, ease of repair, least things that go wrong with them, it's a Kreepy Krauly, hands down.
Sure Baracudda markets itself as having no moving parts, but the one part that does all the action also wears out on a yearly basis. If you ask me, it's also a moving part, so their literature is pretty misleading.
If you're budget allows spending over a grand, then the Polaris vac sweep 360 or 380 is most certainly the way to go. The only issue here is if your pool currently has a plumbing line going to the pool it can use. Without one, you'll have to go the over deck route, which then is a hose to trip over, lying on the deck. That's the only drawback.
These two cleaners are totally different in their collection and operation. The Kreepy uses suction side plumbing (debris to the pump basket and filter), the Polaris uses pressure side, with it's own booster pump and it's collection is a bag attached to the Polaris head.

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which automatic pool cleaner is better, kreepy krauly or polaris?

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mrh007

i need to buy an auotmatic pool cleaner. i've heard some bad things about the polaris and i'm thinking of going with the kreepy krauly instead. has anyone used these? which one will last longer and work better?

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Two different animals. Kreepy is a suctiom side cleaner. Polaris is pressure side. Polaris makes a bunch of models. Choosing which one is best for you is a challenge in itself. (Polaris also makes a suction side unit, by the way.) Personally I much prefer Kreepy over Polaris. It is simpler. Has one moving part. Easier to repair. Average repair is much cheaper than Polaris. Frankly, when I had my pool store I finally quit selling Polaris products. I wasn't happy with the overall quality of the units. Every one I sold became more of a liability for the store. I'd opt for Kreepy if I were you.

Does the baracuda g3 inground pool cleaner work?

DisneyFrea

I'm looking for an automatic pool cleaner to save time, does this cleaner work? It normally retails for around $400 and it is on sale for $200. Is it worth the money?

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They work. The only thing I'm not fond of on any of the Barracuda's is the diaphragm that is part of it's propulsion system. They tend to wear out and require replacement on a yearly basis. Barracuda used to offer that part as a free warranty one, dunno if they still do.
I'm more of a Kreepy Krauly fan myself, they're a bit more robust and do the same job but if you're getting a G3 for 200 bucks, that's a steal.

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