Why is my Baracuda cleaner not moving?

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  • čas přidán 11. 09. 2024

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  • @stevemills5087
    @stevemills5087 Před 3 lety +11

    Make sure you check inside the diaphragm for blockage. I tested everything on my pool equipment, hoses, suction pressure, and they were all fine. Took the head assembly apart and checked all components, all looked fine. Reassembled, tried on pool again, not moving.
    Took head apart again to replace the diaphragm, pulled the old one off and found a piece of wood, probably mulch piece, stuck inside the diaphragm above the thin portion that could not be seen from either top or bottom view without removing diaphragm. I could have saved 30-40 minutes if I had checked that first. All good now!

    • @dv8kiwi
      @dv8kiwi Před 2 lety

      Thank you, so helpful, trying to work out how to pull that thing apart now lol

    • @justing933
      @justing933 Před 2 lety

      Thank you Steve for commenting! This was my exact situation right down to the piece of mulch and I wouldn't have figured it out but for your comment!

    • @ericanchondo4534
      @ericanchondo4534 Před 4 měsíci

      This helped more than the video

  • @lucyklenbaker4784
    @lucyklenbaker4784 Před 3 lety +1

    The two work together very efficiently If your vacuum gets stuck by the stairs, try moving the weight rings. I think I found the perfect place for them after trying a few times. All in all a great pool vac for the price. I should have bought this a long time ago.

  • @shirleytrafford9877
    @shirleytrafford9877 Před 6 lety +8

    My barracuda works for short spasms and then stops. I have checked the diaphragm and hoses and doesn't seem to be any holes or tears. am confused as to what do next? Will follow your directions and hope I can fix it

  • @kpm702
    @kpm702 Před 5 lety +5

    Never mind. I think the diaphragm wasnt set all the way in. So thank you!!! Your video helped immensely

    • @CouchPotatoGaming
      @CouchPotatoGaming Před 5 lety

      I had same issue. For some reason the whole rod part that diaphram is attached to had come a bit unscrewed (i assume from vibrating over time it unscrews...but it was only in user a month). Anyway i just screwed it all the way back in and worked again ok.

  • @kpm702
    @kpm702 Před 5 lety +3

    We did all your tests and troubleshooting and still no movement on the vacuum...any other suggestions? Thank you for the video though, was very helpful

  • @Sal112350
    @Sal112350 Před 2 lety

    If the diaphragm opening gets wider, any tear, it gets slowed about a year, its time to replaced the diaphram. If your casette always get unscrewed, place a rubber band across casette thread, this will solve that problem. If you bought a cheap stiff Fins doesn't move or got stuck in the corner, copy from the old fins, cut 4 places this will lessen the stiffness.

  • @alejandrotorres-py4wz
    @alejandrotorres-py4wz Před 4 lety +4

    And WHAT is enough suction per the gauge? hmmmm? THat information might've helped.

    • @sc12100
      @sc12100 Před 3 lety

      It's 3
      If you have a gauge, the instructions will tell you.

  • @ducenutty
    @ducenutty Před 4 lety +1

    My barracuda starts working but then stops after a couple of minutes. Replacd the diaphragm cleaned the filter and replaced the hose. What should I do next.

  • @djclovisa8114
    @djclovisa8114 Před 2 lety

    Hi there I have a problem with the auto Valve that opens and then the pool pump does not move any suggestions to a problem solving technique.Thank you from South Africa

  • @marlag.3839
    @marlag.3839 Před 4 lety +1

    How about the compression ring? It's made of plastic and it breaks easily. If you try to replace it, you can easily break it. That has stopped my Barracuda 3 twice now.

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 4 lety

      Thank you for the feedback, Marla. The compression ring is another common part that needs to be replaced.

  • @timstoons1338
    @timstoons1338 Před 6 lety +4

    my zodiac works fine for two or three minutes then stops. I backwash and start again - same response - works fine for two or three minutes. I have both a basket filter (which is stuck in) and an in-pool leaf extractor thingy. I pressure cleaned the stuck filter and that seemed to do the trick for longer. Any other thoughts?

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 5 lety +1

      What is the PSI reading on the filter gauge after you clean the pool filter and restart the pump? What is the PSI reading when the cleaner stops?

    • @stringed2391
      @stringed2391 Před 5 lety +1

      @@Inyopools I have same prob: after 1 min the Zodiac grinds to a halt. Pump pressure is 10 lb when on skimmer. It goes to 0 when the Zodiac stalls out.

    • @jubileej71757
      @jubileej71757 Před 4 lety

      @@stringed2391 We have this same problem. Did you find a resolution?

    • @stringed2391
      @stringed2391 Před 4 lety +2

      We came to the conclusion our system didn’t have sufficient suction. We switched to a Hayward vacuum which was recommended by a pool supply co. as requiring less suction Than the Barracuda. It has been working well in our pool.

  • @WhiteAvenueOnLine
    @WhiteAvenueOnLine Před 2 lety

    My G-3 won't start automatically, I have to move the suction to the spa then back to the skimmer to get it to start? If I don't , it don't work.
    Why???

  • @peterschwarz7526
    @peterschwarz7526 Před 6 lety +3

    Hi
    my barracuda keeps unscrewing itself. I changed the diaphragm, and after I put it back together the problem started. It works fine for a while, then it works itself apart. Reattached all the parts again and it worked itself apart once again. Any thoughts????
    peter

    • @peorq1
      @peorq1 Před 5 lety

      Peter Schwarz use teflon tape. That will prevent it from unscrewing.

    • @timcarson1948
      @timcarson1948 Před 3 lety +1

      @@peorq1 Great idea, thanks!

  • @nnsteven
    @nnsteven Před 4 lety

    I have had perfect suction and good barracuda work ... until the time I replaced a torn diaphragm, It used to be yellow, the new ones are beige. Stiffer, and a tad wider. My problem started immediately.
    I have done everything, checked each hose section for leaks, measured the pressure at the skimmer box, at the end of a hose, and the problem boiled down to that damn diaphragm. It is rubbing/pressing to the inside of the housing, therefore slightly deformed, (not free as it should be) and a deformed diaphragm is unable to hold a correct slit (it is permanently open) resulting in no action. I measured the old (yellow) and new (beige) diaphragm, and that one is about 1 - 2 mm wider! Also stiffer than the previous (yellow) diaphragm. And folks, there is our problem. How to solve it? I am baffled, that the pool experts failed to notice this problem.
    Replacing that junk barracuda diaphragm - in mind with my observations above.

  • @bradleyloock9429
    @bradleyloock9429 Před 2 lety

    Hi there, I have a question. The automatic weir valve of my pool stays open when I turn the pump on not allowing a lot of suction to happen and this stops my barracuda from moving or being able to suck a few leaves at a time. Why is it staying open if there’s nothing in the pipes

  • @swantishmaharaj1367
    @swantishmaharaj1367 Před rokem

    My baracuda isn't working.. the suction is strong.. well i feel to strong that it's sucking the tongue to hard making the tongue stay closed.. please advise how do i sort this problem out?

  • @garylee3551
    @garylee3551 Před 2 lety

    Mine sucks, haha. Seriously, it moves about the pool, but the coverage is awful, maybe 30% of the pool gets covered. How do I get it cover the whole pool?

  • @angelakey2103
    @angelakey2103 Před 5 lety

    Or if, as in our case, the pool cleaner would hardly move because the bladder was stretched out (no holes or tears) from a crawfish who got in the pool the night before after a big rain, requires replacing the bladder

  • @kristenklier4128
    @kristenklier4128 Před 2 lety

    I have a brand new G3 and after it's been in the pool for a bit it stops moving. I have it connected to the Pentair Vac-mate but have tried connecting it just to the skimmer basket and it's still a no go. Any suggestions?

  • @HoraceBluenose
    @HoraceBluenose Před 11 měsíci

    “Use the vacuum gauge”, but what’s the target vacuum gauge reading?

  • @lewisholcomb3293
    @lewisholcomb3293 Před 4 lety +1

    Why does the diagram keep developing tears. Replaced 2 in just 2 months because of tesrs.

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 4 lety

      First, it was not a great design by Zodiac. The diaphragm is prone to tear. My guess would be a large amount of leaves and twigs would cause it to tear. Maybe the suction is too strong. Use the gauge that came with the cleaner and check the suction pressure at the end of the hose.

  • @SuperiorRecaps
    @SuperiorRecaps Před rokem

    What is an "easy out jogger"?

  • @ohmeohmommy
    @ohmeohmommy Před 5 lety

    We have a new zodiac barracuda G3 cleaner. It works for a bit when we first put it in and then stops. Checked and no debris is lodged inside. We are think it’s not getting enough suction pressure. We have two filter baskets. Do we need to close the filter we don’t have the cleaner on? Maybe this is a dumb question... I’m definitely ignorant when it comes to pool care.

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 5 lety +1

      Hello Marla - It's possible that the cleaner is not receiving enough suction. The most common cause would be a dirty filter. The lack of suction could also be caused by too many suctions lines open. Try partially or completely closing the main drain line. Doing that should add some suction to the G3 cleaner.

    • @efrensaclolo7021
      @efrensaclolo7021 Před 4 lety

      I changed the foot pad still stays always in the same spot and also put a bump ring around and still get stucked the suction is fine diaphragm is new what could it be?Is the suction too high?Iknow it is not low because I could feel and hear the diaphragm 7 pops per second.

  • @peetlabuschagne8378
    @peetlabuschagne8378 Před 2 lety

    Baie dankie. Ek dink dit is van waarde omdat ek nie elke dag probleme ondervind nie!!

  • @arunsiddhpura7040
    @arunsiddhpura7040 Před 2 lety

    The bubble from the delivery does not go. Hence baracuda not functioning

  • @joeporter7354
    @joeporter7354 Před 6 lety

    I have a zodiac T-5 and I have replaced the feet, both flappers, tried 3 diaphragms, checked the suction using the gauge (3-3.5) and it still the vacuum just sits on the bottom. What else can I do?

  • @tedkadivar4490
    @tedkadivar4490 Před 5 lety

    My Baracuda is not climbing up an incline like it used to. The diaphragm was just replaced, no leaks from hoses and suction seems good. I replaced two long pieces in it with no improvement and skirt looks OK. Could it be the foot flange? The unit is about 8 years old and pretty much everything else has been replaced. Thanks

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 5 lety

      It could be the foot flange. The foot flange has channels that wear down over time. When they wear down, less water travels through the cleaner and it starts to stick to the surface. This causes it not to move as easily. Also, the suction may seem strong but it may not be enough to move the cleaner. If you have the suction gauge that came with the cleaner, put that on the last hose and see if it has the proper suction.

  • @kentbonde487
    @kentbonde487 Před 6 lety +1

    I have a relatively new Zodiac G3, which is pulsating fine but not traveling around the pool, Skirt and diaphragm are both fine - no tears at all and nothing stuck in the cleaner. While pulsing, the cleaner seems to sit in a cantilevered position, which as soon as I apply pressure to the built-in counter weight on the front using the pool brush pole, the skirt reseals to the bottom and it starts it moving around again, until it climbs a wall, falls back on itself and sits their pulsing again. Even tried adjusting the hose weight, but to no avail. Help

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 6 lety

      Hello Kent - Do you still have the suction gauge that came with the cleaner? Use that on the end of the hose to see if you are getting enough suction. Some pool owners will put there hand over the bottom of the cleaner but that is not an accurate way to test the suction.

    • @andreamitchell4758
      @andreamitchell4758 Před 6 lety +3

      i also got the G3 what a useless piece of shit this thing is, mine moves and does not get stuck but it is a fucking worthless piece of shit
      it just cleans the same exact path over and over and over and over again
      it does not even do 10% of the pool, the other 90% is filthy fucking dirty
      i tried adjusting the flow limiter to all 3 settings i started it out at 11 hose sections for an 18x36 pool and started removing sections one by one but no matter how i set the suction or how much i shorten the hose length this fucking useless piece of garbage just goes to the same exact fucking path over and over even if i try and nudge it to a new path it IMMEDIATELY goes right back to the same worthless pattern again.
      these diaphragm cleaners are a fucking scam and a half they do not work at all
      just get rid of it and get yourself a hayward instead it is not worth all the fucking aggravation these cleaners fucking suck
      for what i paid for this useless piece of shit i could have got the hayward for like another $60 bucks with the mail in rebate
      i don't understand why anyone would want this brainless garage
      at least the haywards have gears that change the pattern unlike this retarded hunk of shit that is supposed to move randomly but never does , just follows the same limited path because of the hose with no way to remedy it , great cleaner if you like to have the same 10% of your pool cleaned over and over and over and the other 90% left filthy fucking dirty

    • @kentbonde487
      @kentbonde487 Před 5 lety +3

      @@andreamitchell4758----Tell us how you really feel

    • @andreamitchell4758
      @andreamitchell4758 Před 5 lety

      @@kentbonde487 i feel you should just take my advice and save yourself the aggravation
      toss that fuking pice of garbage in the bin and buy the hayward , it not worth the frustration of trying to get that retarded piece of shit to do its job because it NEVER fucking will

    • @davidbell1187
      @davidbell1187 Před 5 lety +2

      @@andreamitchell4758 marry me

  • @zorangepharmacy7901
    @zorangepharmacy7901 Před 3 lety

    My G3 moves very well, but it doesn't clean the algae. Suction is good, i even changed the diaphragm,cleaned filter,etc , still moves and climbs wall but not cleaning. Any suggestions?

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 3 lety

      The suction cleaners aren't meant to clean algae. They are meant to vacuum up debris like leaves and dirt. To get rid of the algae, you need to brush it and shock the pool.

  • @dallygg3282
    @dallygg3282 Před 4 lety

    I've done everything you have described. The suction is great on the pump, but when I connect the hose to the skimmer, suction slows, but regains flow after I disconnect the Barracuda. I have replaced the hoses and the foot on the cleaner. Still same problem. I feel I have tried everything! Any other suggestions? Thanks!

    • @jamesjackson942
      @jamesjackson942 Před 3 lety

      I was having the same problem so I change out the filter and now it's working good again. The bands around the filter had broken.

  • @YayaNea11
    @YayaNea11 Před 2 lety

    My parents Barracuda is new and the pool is very dirty and you can see where it runs and cleans but then it just stops. What can we do to fix this problem?

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 2 lety

      My guess would be that the main pool filter is filling up quickly and that is causing the cleaner to stop. You may have to clean the filter several times a day if you want use the automatic cleaner. If the pool is very dirty, I'd recommend a leaf eater. Here is a video about using a leaf eater. czcams.com/video/aDcxMnUPgYw/video.html

  • @ShowTimeEntertainment3

    What should my pool pump be set to so that the kreepy works?

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 3 lety +1

      The RPM setting would be different on every pool. I would start at a low setting and increase the speed until the cleaner moves. I would then bump up the speed a little higher. This will help keep the cleaner moving when the filter starts to get dirty.

  • @louisvanzyl1514
    @louisvanzyl1514 Před 2 lety

    My Zodiac Pacer's foot started becoming sticky and has left what appears to be rubber deposits on the fiber glass pool surfaces. How do I remove it? I have contacted Barracuda customer services but is still waiting for a reply

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 2 lety

      Oh no! We don't have a great solution for that scenario. The deposits will likely leach out of the pool surface over time. You can brush them with a nylon bristle brush to help remove some of the rubber deposits. You can also try contacting a fiberglass pool company. They might have some tips. Good luck!

  • @gwendolynbibbs4169
    @gwendolynbibbs4169 Před 4 lety

    I brought the cleaner and placed it in pool. It does not move

  • @donatospoony
    @donatospoony Před 2 lety

    Hi , one more question , any one know why I am not getting a ‘random - enough pattern , (+/-) . Very easy areas in the btm of the pool will never get done even after 8 hours?? . 15x 25 pool with no really deep end. Thanks if you have ides.

    • @ks12ride
      @ks12ride Před 2 lety

      try disconnecting the hose in the middle and flip the 2 halves.

  • @SantosLopezKalerAutoSales

    my barracuda only goes in circles. only one wheel is spinning

  • @keeganjacobs5913
    @keeganjacobs5913 Před 2 měsíci

    what if my vacuum suction works on and off. It will work for about 10 minutes and then stop.

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 2 měsíci

      We'd need a bit more detail.
      What do you mean by it stopped? Does the pump shut off? Does the pump lose its prime? Are there any noises coming from the pool equipment when it stops? Does the filter pressure spike?

    • @keeganjacobs5913
      @keeganjacobs5913 Před 2 měsíci

      @@Inyopools the vacuum suction runs for about 5 minutes and then it stops moving and no more vibrating hoses for suction happens . There is prime in the basket near the motor by the big filter cartridge , no noise from pool but my psi gauge does make a noise which is new since I just replaced it . The motor does not shut off when vacuum stops sucking and hoses stop vibrating , the motor is still on.

  • @MsDurga123
    @MsDurga123 Před 2 lety

    The barracuda is moving very slow so when I pick it up to move it around the hose is vibrating but when I put the hose back into the pool it stops vibrating. What’s going on? Plz help

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 2 lety

      The first thing I would check is the suction at the end of the hose. The cleaner should have come with a gauge that tells you if there is enough suction. Some people use their hands to test it but even though it feels strong, it may not be enough.

    • @MsDurga123
      @MsDurga123 Před 2 lety

      I check there’s no suction at all

  • @kobe2bynum
    @kobe2bynum Před 6 lety

    Where could I purchase a new foot pad? Link?

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 6 lety

      We sell tons of cleaner parts over on our website: www.inyopools.com/pool_part_cat_Cleaner_Parts.aspx

  • @becman67
    @becman67 Před 5 lety

    my zodiac flips over, even in the middle of the pool, just not working as well anymore

  • @MM-tl8vo
    @MM-tl8vo Před 3 lety

    When does it climb walls?

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 3 lety

      Wall climbing is different in every pool. Factors like the wall slope and suction will impact the ability of the cleaner to climb the walls. If there is enough suction and an easy transition from the floor to the wall, it should climb the walls fairly frequently.

  • @tomkatusa912
    @tomkatusa912 Před 6 lety

    My cleaner avoids the shallow end,Why? Same cleaner G3...

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před 5 lety

      Usually, the problem with not reaching the shallow end is a result of not receiving enough suction. Check for air in your system and make sure the filter is clean.

  • @IceMan-pp9lv
    @IceMan-pp9lv Před rokem

    Mine started just fine brand new then stops after the 2 minutes

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před rokem

      This is usually a sign of an issue with the filter system. Do you have the gauge that came with the cleaner? You should be able to test the suction at the end of the hose and see if it is strong enough. Also, check the diaphragm and see if anything is stuck in the middle.

    • @IceMan-pp9lv
      @IceMan-pp9lv Před rokem

      @@Inyopools I do just not sure how to attach it pretty crappy instructions

  • @RaulTorres-cu6ck
    @RaulTorres-cu6ck Před rokem

    just removed the yellow pipe and remove the stone or paper or garbage that is blocking the flow of water...easy fixed

  • @wolfgangwilkins5352
    @wolfgangwilkins5352 Před 2 lety

    Pools are a constant pain in the ass. I’m filling mine in and swimming in the river

  • @kionimoto
    @kionimoto Před 4 lety

    Mine keeps coming un-screwed. How do I fix that?

    • @timcarson1948
      @timcarson1948 Před 3 lety

      Mine keeps unscrewing also! Did you figure out a fix?

  • @jamespayne1371
    @jamespayne1371 Před rokem

    Palms per square inch😂

    • @Inyopools
      @Inyopools  Před rokem

      Palms per square inch? is there a typo in the captions?

  • @Joe-wb1xh
    @Joe-wb1xh Před rokem

    Why is my top hose keep on coming loose.

  • @fakenews4734
    @fakenews4734 Před 4 lety +1

    The best solution is to not buy this garbage product. Zodiac and that awful diaphram design really shot themselves in the foot. KreepyKrawly all the way