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Hayward Aqua Critter - Automatic Pool Cleaner

The Aqua Critter pool cleaner by Hayward vacuums all leaves, dirt, grass and bugs from swimming pool bottoms in 2 hours or less. Above ground pool cleaning made easy. Pool cleaners at In The Swim.

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Warranty: 1-Year Warranty

CLEANS FLAT AND DISHED-OUT ABOVE-GROUND SWIMMING POOL BOTTOMS IN 2 HOURS OR LESS!

The Hayward Aqua Critter is quite simply one of the most effective automatic pool cleaners available on the market today. Designed to clean flat and dished-out above ground pools in 2 hours or less, the Hayward Aqua Critter automatic pool cleaner can take a lot of the work out of pool maintenance. As a highly efficient, automatic pool cleaner the Hayward Aqua Critter for above ground pools is powered by your pool’s pump and filtration system meaning it doesn’t require a booster but will quickly and efficiently remove leaves, dirt, and other debris from your pool.

Efficient, automatic pool cleaner is designed specifically for your above-ground pool.
Its unique pre-programmed pattern cleans the entire pool by vacuuming up all leaves, dirt and debris.
Since it works off your pool's pump and filter, there are no expensive booster pumps to run.
Aqua Critter can be self-installed in 10 minutes or less.
Includes head, 30 ft. of hose (eight 4-ft. sections) and skimmer cone.
Give yourself a vacation from the back-breaking drudgery of cleaning and let Aqua Critter automatically vacuum the pool for you!

Not recommended for use on above ground pools with pumps smaller than 3/4 hp.

Qty.

Item No.

Description

ONLY!

E1100

Aqua Critter

$149.99

E1840

Leaf Canister

$59.99

A1475

Extra 4-ft. Hose Section

$14.99

Technical Specifications:

• Patented SmartDrive programmed steering system ensures the entire bottom of the pool is cleaned quickly and completely.

• Installs in less than 10 minutes, without tools.

• Unique turbine/gearing system provides constant balanced water flow assuring quiet operation and gentle movement across the pool bottom.

• Improves water circulation by pulling water from the pool bottom as it moves.

• Advanced, contoured head design allows the AquaBug to complete the steering pattern in minimal time.

• Deluxe bumper ring minimizes friction for easy movement away from walls and resumption of the programmed steering pattern.

• Slotted santropene shoes for quick turns.

• Measure from the skimmer (or dedicated suction line) to the farthest point in the pool then add two (2) extra hose lengths.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Will the Aqua Critter clean my dished out pool?
– The Aqua Critter will clean above ground flat or dished out bottom pools and on ground pools. The Aqua Critter WILL NOT clean a pool with a deep end.

How does the Aqua Critter hook up to my pool?
– The Aqua Critter will hook up to your existing skimmer without any tools in less than 10 minutes.

What is the difference between the Aqua Critter and Wanda the Whale and Diver Dave?
– The only difference is the outside appearance. The three cleaners all work the same.

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Hayward Aqua Critter Automatic Pool Cleaner

Overall Rating:

4.4 out of 5

70 of 78(90%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.

75 "The Aqua Critter pool cleaner by Hayward vacuums all leaves, dirt, grass and bugs from swimming pool bottoms in 2 hours or less. Above ground pool cleaning made easy. Pool cleaners at In The Swim."

Product Reviews

Overall Rating:

1 out of 5

Disappointed,

Date:July 11, 2011

By Poola

from Richmond VA

"If you want to throw away some money during these tuff times I would recommend purchasing The Hayward Aqua Critter. It's back to cleaning the pool the old way for me"

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

if you need help to work awsome,

Date:July 4, 2011

By Donald67

from Michigan

Pros: Awsome,just need get return water to not jet to center of pool

Cons: none.just made a wood unit to slip over side to devert water from blowing straight into pool...

"Had a problem that auqacritter would tip over(I have a 1 hp motor) so I gotten a piece of wood and made it to go in front of water return that was blowing the hose around and causing the unit to tip over.This works awsome and Will work.Water dispersis left n right I slid it over the side.My floor has many wrinkles in it.This unit IS A MUST BUY just make water deverter so it blows left n right not straight into pool...enjoy your free time :) I havent vacuum the pool the old way once this year"

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Aqua Bug vacuum,

Date:June 30, 2011

By Poper

from Chicago suburb

Pros: Your pool bottom is cleaned while you can enjoy yourself

Cons: Suction when using leaf canister is reduced quickly

"The previous owner of my house showed me how to use their hand vacuum. After about 2 months of spending lots of time vacuuming, I looked to In The Swim for alternatives. I bought this "cheap" self propelled vacuum. This product has saved me a boat-load of time spent vacuuming by hand [this task is tedious if you've ever done it]. The only con is that my experience has been that the seal between the hose and the leaf canister losses suction after about an hour and a half. Simply reattach this connection and you're good for another hour. I wouldn't use the canister unsupervised overnight [although I really only need the leaf canister immediately following opening]. I would definitely recommend Aqua Bug to everyone I know with an above ground pool; if mine ever breaks due to weathering, I'll be quick to replace it at In The Swim!"

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Read the fine print,

Date:September 28, 2010

By 442Pool

from Southern Illinois

Pros: The Critter does the job as stated.

Cons: The leaf canister accessory is for IN-ground pools, not above-ground pools.

"We love the Critter. It sucks up all the debris on the bottom of the pool. We just wish the leaf canister that In the Swim has listed below the Critter worked with above ground pools, since the Critter is meant for above ground pools. We have several trees in our yard, so our filter fills up rather quickly. It would be nice if we did not have plug the holes then bend over to empty the leaves."

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