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    Robotic Cleaner Experiences

    I've had about 4 Aquabots. They all have worked great. The latest one cleans a 38000 SF pool in about 1 hour and has a 4 year warranty. They aren't cheap and plan to spend some money yearly for new belts and brushes and about every 2 years a new motor. The motor is covered under warranty. Of...
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    Motorized solar cover reel

    You can try this: http://www.feherguard.com/_newpages_/prodinground.html#autoreelanchor It works but is very cheaply made for the price.
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    Question about automatic vacuums

    Oops. Misread that meaning. That makes a lot more sense. I concur the Barracuda does not get hung up on the main drain. Steps, ladder, corners, big leaf...yes. Main drains..nope.
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    Question about IntelliTouch i5 with SAM/SAL lights

    The same way as if you did not have a controller. Turn off and then back on the power to the lights. They should start spinning.
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    Question about automatic vacuums

    I have a Barracuda and an Aquabot. I second the comments above. They take forever and get hung up at various places. I only use the Barracuda if the Aquabot is out of commission. That might happen every couple of years. Get a robot. I don't understand the comment about the inground model...
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    robot cleaners

    I frequently have the solar cover on while using the Aquabot. No problems.
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    robot cleaners

    I've had Aquabots for over 8 years. I've tried many different models including ones with the remotes. I did not find the remote to be of much use. Save your money. I currently have the Bravo. It cleans a 28000 pool in about an hour and has a 4 year warranty. They are expensive and seem to need...