Robotic pool cleaners are a great choice for pool owners that don't want to have to deal with the plumbing requirements of suction or pressure cleaners. All they need is a power source and they can be dropped in the pool and left to do their work without the need for connecting hoses. However, like any other piece of equipment robotic cleaners can experience problems that need to be repaired. These problems may be minor or serious and some can be difficult to troubleshoot without specialized knowledge and tools. The good news is that there are a few common robotic cleaner repair tips that can help you fix your robot pool cleaner if it is having problems.

One of the first things that you need to check if your robotic cleaner is not picking up debris from your pool is its internal filter. Unlike traditional filtration systems robotic cleaners have self-contained filters that need to be cleaned regularly. You can usually access this by pulling the unit partially out of the water and checking to see if there is any water gushing out of the top of the unit. If there is no water gushing out of the unit then it's likely that there is an issue with the fan or impeller and you will need to remove the cover and check inside to make sure nothing is obstructing the fan from turning.

If your robot cleaner is having a hard time climbing the walls of your pool this is most likely because the unit is moving too slow. It takes a lot of traction and suction to climb a wall and if the unit is moving too slowly it will not be able to achieve this. You can try adjusting the cleaner pattern or speed and this will most likely allow it to move faster and climb the walls more easily.

Similarly, if your robotic cleaner is getting stuck on the stairs of your pool this could be due to a few different issues. It could be that the unit is not balanced correctly or it could be a simple matter of the treads becoming worn down which will cause the machine to become stuck. If this is the case you will need to replace the treads in order for the robot to continue to function properly.

Another common problem is that your robotic cleaner is losing its suction and it's not able to pick up anything from the pool floor. The best thing you can do for this is to vacuum the pool floor thoroughly before running your robot cleaner. This will clear away any large debris that is causing the robot to lose suction.

If your robotic cleaner is having a more serious problem or is not working at all then it's a good idea to bring it into your local Leslie’s store. We offer a free diagnostic service for pool products so that you can get your robotic cleaner back to work quickly. We can also provide repairs for your robotic cleaner at a reasonable cost so that you can get the most out of it.