Robotic cleaners are a big investment, so it is important to keep them performing optimally. Keeping the tracks clean, internal filters and motor clean will help ensure that they are always ready to go.

Make sure your robotic pool cleaners power supply is plugged in properly. Rolling the lead up correctly can prevent it from twisting or straining at the plug.

Clean the Brushes

The main brushes found under the robot and on the side should be cleaned regularly. This helps to prevent contaminant particles from building up and causing the machine to malfunction.

The best ] have scrubbing brushes that actively scrub the floor, walls, and waterline for a spotless pool. They also come equipped with efficient motors that help them operate more efficiently than traditional suction or pressure cleaners.

These machines use two internal motors: a pump motor to suck debris into a filter bag, and a drive motor to move the unit over the pool surface. The drive motor is connected to tractor-like tracks and "brushes" tied by rubber or synthetic bands to a metal shaft.

Most models have sensors located on the bump bars that, when contacted with objects such as walls or ladders, cause the machine to reverse direction. They can also feature delayed timers that shut off the circulation pumps for a few hours before the cleaner starts its cleaning cycle.

Clean the Tracks

Robotic pool cleaners are small machines that crawl along the floor and walls of your pool to automatically remove dirt and debris from the water. They have an internal motor that sucks up the debris into a filter bag and they also have tracks that allow them to climb up your pool walls. Unlike older suction cleaners that need to be left in your pool permanently, robotic cleaners can be removed for cleaning after each use.

The smart navigation feature on this robotic cleaner acts like a GPS to help it move around your pool quickly. This helps the machine to complete an entire clean cycle in less than 1.5 hours.

If you notice that your robotic pool cleaner seems to be running normally but then suddenly stops moving, there may be an issue with the power cord. Make sure there is enough slack in the cable and that it hasn’t been damaged or tangled.

Check the Internal Filter

Unlike pressure and suction cleaners, robotic cleaners connect to an electric power supply outside your pool, and use an onboard filter to clean the water. They use digital technology to map out your entire pool and then efficiently scour the floor, walls and corners with superior mobility. They also use efficient motors and a smaller energy footprint than their pressure or suction counterparts.

To ensure your robot is working efficiently, check the internal filter regularly to make sure that it hasn't accumulated any debris during a cleaning cycle. The internal filters are usually in the shape of a bag and some models feature multiple filters for more specialized types of debris.

While most robotic cleaners can clean the bottom of a pool, only the best can reach the upper wall and tile line, where bacteria, algae and biofilm tend to accumulate. You should also keep an eye out for any broken parts on your robotic cleaner, like the pins on the ends of the wheel tubes or bushings in the side plates.

Clean the Motor

The motor on a robotic cleaner is responsible for powering the brushes, tracks and internal filter. It also allows it to climb the wall and scrub tile, unlike a suction or pressure cleaner.

To prevent the motor from burning out or failing, it is important to keep it clear of large debris. This means scooping out twigs and leaves before using the robot. In Brisbane, this is particularly important due to the large palm fronds and twigs that can easily damage the impeller fins on the cleaner.

Most manufacturers recommend running your robotic cleaner with the pool filtration system off to avoid back-pressure on the robot’s motor and internal components. It is also recommended that you operate it with the cover off to allow it to move around more freely. It’s also a good idea to use it regularly. During peak summer months, you should be looking to run it every day or at least every second day.