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Hayward Navigator V-Flex Troubleshooting
If you are having problems with your Hayward Navigator V-Flex Pool Cleaner, you are not alone. Many Hayward Navigator V-Flex owners experience issues with their pool cleaner from time to time, and it can be frustrating to deal with these problems.
I have problems with my Hayward Navigator V-Flex
Hayward Navigator V-Flex Pool Cleaner Problems
The Hayward Navigator V-Flex Slow or no forward movement.
Cause
Solution
Low or no water pressure.
Check filtration and booster pumps, valves, cleaner connections. Check cleaner pressure
The Hayward Navigator V-Flex Cleaner does not reach farthest point in pool.
The Hayward Navigator V-Flex Hose frequently tangles
Cause
Solution
Float not properly placed
Check float is centered on the two-foot hose connected to the pipe closest to the cleaner.
Check sweep hose for holes or clogs, increase sweep hose power
The Hayward Navigator V-Flex Sweep hose sprays out of pool
Cause
Solution
Sweep hose power too strong
The Hayward Navigator V-Flex Little or no sweep hose movement
Cause
Solution
Sweep hose power too weak
Debris clogging sweep hose
Disconnect sweep hose and flush out
The Hayward Navigator V-Flex Cleaner running on side or upside down
The Hayward Navigator V-Flex Cleaner cannot climb to the surface in TOP mode
Cause
Solution
Pressure too high or too low
Too much heavy debris in bag
The Hayward Navigator V-Flex Cleaner runs in small circles
Cause
Solution
Hose on hose cleaner end assembly bent
Lay out in sun until straight
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