The Polaris 8050 Sport Pool Cleaner Error Indicator flashes just after start (either pressing Power or Floor/ Wall setting button for less than 20 seconds)
| Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
| Floating cable may not be plugged into the control unit correctly. |
Unplug floating cable from the control unit and reconnect. |
| Cleaner may not be fully submerged. | Remove cleaner from the pool and re-submerge, see Submerging the Cleaner. |
| Cleaner may need to be reset and begin a new cycle. |
Press power button OFF, then Floor/Wall setting button to begin a new cycle. |
| Propeller may be jammed and not turning correctly. |
First contact your local retailer to request a diagnostic review, and if the problem is not resolved contact Polaris Technical Support at (USA) 1-800-822-7933; 1-888-647-4004 (Canada). |
| Tracks may be jammed and not turning correctly | First contact your local retailer to request a diagnostic review, and if the problem is not resolved contact Polaris Technical Support at (USA) 1-800-822-7933.; 1-888-647-4004 (Canada). |
The Polaris 8050 Sport Pool Cleaner Error Indicator flashes during the cleaning cycle
| Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
| Cleaner may be sucking air (lights will appear after 60 seconds air intake). |
Remove cleaner from the pool and re-submerge, see Submerging the Cleaner. Reduce the SCS setting. |
The Polaris 8050 Sport Pool Cleaner does not stay
firmly on the pool bottom
| Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
| There is air in the cleaner body panels. | Remove cleaner from the pool and re-submerge, see Submerging the Cleaner. Reduce the SCS setting. |
| The filter canister is full or dirty. | Clean the filter canister, see Cleaning the Filter Canister. |
| The impeller is damaged. | Contact Polaris Technical Support at 1-800-822-7933 (USA); 1-888-647-4004 (Canada). |
The Polaris 8050 Sport Pool Cleaner does not climb the pool walls or clean up to the waterline
| Cause | Solution |
| The filter canister is full or dirty. | Clean the filter canister, see Cleaning the Filter Canister |
| Walls of pool are slippery or slimy. Although the water seems clear, microscopic algae, invisible to the human eye, are present in the pool. As a result the pool walls become slippery and prevent the cleaner from climbing. Check tracks and brushes for wear and replace as necessary. | Adjust Surface Control System™ setting, see Wall Cleaning.
Do a shock chlorination treatment to reduce the pH levels in the pool. DO NOT leave the cleaner in the pool during this treatment. |
On startup the Polaris 8050 Sport Pool Cleaner does not move
| Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
| No power supply to the cleaner | Check that the outlet to which the control unit is connected is receiving electricity. |
| Cleaner has shut down with error code or flashing lights. | Disconnect the control unit and wait at least 20 seconds before reconnecting. If the problem is not resolved through troubleshooting, first contact your local retailer to request a diagnostic review, or contact Polaris Technical Support at 1-800-822-7933 (USA); 1-888-647-4004 (Canada). |
The Polaris 8050 Sport Pool Cleaner stops up to 20 seconds during cleaning cycle
| Cause | Solution |
| Cleaner is performing normal calibration operation. |
No user action required. The pause does not affect the overall cleaning cycle. |
The Polaris 8050 Sport Pool Cleaner cable is tangling in the pool
| Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
| Too much cable length in the water | Do not unravel the entire cable. Use only the amount needed for the cleaner to cover the pool area. Place the remaining unused cable on the side of the pool. Follow the procedure in Cord Tangling to avoid and correct tangled cord |
The Polaris 8050 Sport Pool Cleaner is not cleaning effectively
| Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
| The brushes have become smooth or the “wear” indicator shows. | Replace the brushes following the procedure in Replacing the Brushes. |
| Filter canister is full or dirty. | Clean the filter canister following the procedure in Cleaning the Filter Canister. |
| Floating cable is excessively coiled or kinked | Make sure the floating cable is spread out over the pool. Ensure the cable is not too tightly wrapped or coiled when storing. If the problem persists, lay the cable straight in the sun to relax it and remove kinks. Follow the procedure in Cord Tangling to avoid and correct tangled cord. |
Brand New Unit. Blowing a fuse when I start to use it. I have had no problems in the past with electric pool cleaners. Outlet is sufficient and relatively new.
Issue Category:
Technical Malfunctions
Ownership Length:
N/A
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