Maytronics Dolphin Repair And Troubleshooting

Resistor Value for R43 
Hello! I am trying to find out the resistance value, tolerance, and wattage for the resistor labeled R43 (in the box labeled J3) for the Dolphin 2410012LF …

Goggles stuck behind the wheels of a Dolphin DB-3 
I cant work out how to remove the tracks and wheels without breaking something or tottally pulling it apart. Is there an easy way?

dolphin supreme m3 not working 
Switchmode power supply producing 29v dc ok. Cleaner motor not running. How is the motor sealed against water ingress? Will I need a gasket kit if I open …

come on maytronics, sell motor parts 
i have owned a Dolphin for ten years just about and they are the best pool cleaner i have seen. With any mechanical item out there you sometimes run into …

Where to buyDolphin Diagnostic PC board??? 
I have a Dolphin Diagnostic that starts to run for a few seconds then stopped. I use the power supply to check on a friend's Dolphin and it seems to work …

dolphin diagnostic starts then stops no wires to timer in myu poiwer supply 
I have a dolphin diagnostic. Its about 4 years old. The problem is it starts up moves a foot or two then goes in reverse for a few feet and then stops …

Dolphin Motor Repair (recommended read) 
Often times the failure of the motor is related to the small circuit board that is inside the motor assembly. I found an on-line repair facility, Circuit …

Dolphin Starts for a second and stops 
I have had my dolphin for 1 1/2 years and now it starts for a second and stops. what could be wrong?

Where to purchase spare parts? 
I have a Maytronics Diagnostics 3000 and need a few plastic clips on the filter bag base. The sliding clips that hold it on. Is there anywhere in the …

Power supply blowing fuses-fixed 
Power supply blowing fuses, replaced the rectifier bridge obtained from Mouser electronics($3.25)The old bridge was labeled SB3510, but replacement was …

Robo stops due to moisture in motor compartment 
Robo stops due to moisture in motor compartment. How to open and dry motors? ADMIN REPLY: How do you know there's a moisture problem if you have not …

Taking piece out to change fuse 
Hi, what do I do to take the piece out to change the fuse in the power supply? I keep turning it and feel I will break it. So, can you please tell me how …

My Dolphin power switch/breaker blows immediately 
Hi, I have a question. My Dolphin Diagnostic pool cleaner has stopped working. When I press the power switch on it immediately shuts off. I opened up …

Dolphin Plug connection 
power supply connection opened up and I have a black and white wire to be attached..there are two screws herel, but I have a 50% chance of being wrong …

Dolphin Cleaner Won't Work Move. sand in motor box 
have power to the circut board but no power to the motors.there is a dry bag in motor box opened and sand is all over everything in motor box circut board …

Designing a new controller for Dolphin Advantage 
Like a lot of others have posted here, my mom's dolphin advantage has quit working. The unit will run for about one minute and then stop. It will not …

My Dolphin won't run for more than 30-60 seconds! 
This seems to be a common problem, judging by other comments posted here. I have a Dolphin Dynamic pool cleaner (about $1800 at Leslie's Pool Supply). …

Dolphin Runs Intermittently. 
When I turn it on the green lights come on for a couple of seconds and then goes off. The unit itself runs and pumps for a couple of seconds and then stops. …

MaytronicsUS Support 
OK, as tis the season to go swimming, i will advise this website of the following....please delete and excuse all previous editions of technical help as …

Dolphin Power Supply Blowing the fuse 
Do you have any sugguestions, my transformer immediately blows fuses when turned on. The cleaner is not plugged in. There are no signs of damage inside …

Dolphin has developed an attachment to a single 4' strip 
I was hoping to find that someone else had experienced my same problem - but it doesn't appear so. My Dolphin has no "functionality" issues: it cleans …

Remote Dolphin dynamic 2002 
Hello, I bought a second hand Dolphin dynamic 2002, after I put in new penlites in the remote it won't work > i opened the complete cover and everything …

MaytronicsUS Service Center 
I am the Lead Service Technician at the Maytronics US Factory Certified Service Center in Norcross, GA. I am open to any Questions you may have about …

Dolphin Diagnostic Rip Off 
I purchased a Dolphin Diagnostic Advantage pool cleaner 5 years ago, the motor has quit working and I was told by the service center that they want $350.00 …

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Dolphin Pool Cleaner Stops running after 4 cycles 
My Dolphin runs for exactly 4 short cycles and then shuts off. I seems like it needs to be reprogrammed. Any suggestions to reload firmware? Thanks …

DOLPHIN DIAGNOSTIC ADVANTAGE QUESTION 
Hello ! I have the Maytronics DOLPHIN DIAGNOSTIC ADVANTAGE year 2009 bought on the USA directly. he lift on the pool-wall but when arrive on the waterline …

Dolphin Diagnostic Easy Repair 
I brought my cleaner out a few weeks ago after being stored since last fall. I put it in my pool and it went a little forward and back and stopped moving. …

Dolphin Cable is always twisted 
My line is always tangled in knots , how do you keep it straight ? ADMIN REPLY:This topic is covered on the site. To recap..ALWAYS re-coil the cable …

Dolphin Diagostic help? 
I currently own Dolphin Diagnostic Advantage Robotic Pool Cleaner, and when I turn system on, the wheels spin for about 2-4 seconds then turns back off. …

Water in Maytronics Dolphin Motor Box 
Had the same unit for 3 years and it suddenly stopped working. Tried calling Tech support and no one would talk to me. I tested the transformer and cord …

Dolphin Filter Screen just crumbled. 
The Dolphin Diagnostic Advantage has run beautifully for three seasons. There are issues with it getting stuck on steps and pulling a "sucking face plant" …

someone should design and bulid a new and improved PC board for Dolphin Pool Cleaners 
I own two dolphin advantage cleaners and one of them is just like everybody else: moves two feet and shuts down. I got a idea before i crack it open, i …

Dolphin cord into power supply 
I tripped over the cord and pulled it out of the screw in connector for the power supply. There are 4 slots numbered 1 to 4 on the screw in connector. …

Dolphin Diagnostic Advantage Robotic Pool Cleaner 
I currently own Dolphin Diagnostic Advantage Robotic Pool Cleaner, and when I turn system on, the wheels spin for about 2-4 seconds then turns back off. …

Dolphin Pool Cleaner unit just floats 
My unit is not moving, and had intermittent times of moving but now has water coming out the top but nothing is happening. I have tried moving the rollers …

dolphin repair 
Is there anywhere I can take my pool cleaner to be repaired in the NJ/NY area?

Dolphin motor works for 2-4 seconds and stops 
I need some clue how to fix it szajnbrum@hotmail.com

Dolphin Tracks 
Where can I purchase new tracks?

Dolphin Pool Cleaner 
same type cleaner as above. removed motor package but did not open case yet. took off propeller and washer. turned unit on & runs 5 seconds to left then …

Dolphin Pool Cleaner Stopped Working 
When I turn the Dolphin on it will go forward for a few feet then reverse a few feet and quit all together

Dolphin 2001  
Hello, I'm looking for the drawing of the PCB card of the Dolphin 2001 (not the diagnostic) Please send me a picture. The number on the motor …

Dolphin motor repair 
Dolphin's motors are very expensive, so is a rebuilt as far as you can find them. However most of the time the motors can be repaired. The spi seals …

Dolphin pump motor rotation 
pump motor stopped working. opened motor box found moisture and dried with compressed air. tested for motor operation - impeller now works again, re-assembled …

Dolphin cord 
My dolphin Diagnostic robot stopped working - I took it apart and traced the problem to the cord where it comes into the Dolphin unit - the cord was shorting. …

Dolphin Diagnostic failure 
I have a bad motor driver board. The box is dry, the 22V and 24V motors are good. The driver IC for the brush roller motor blew up and took out the 11uf …

Replacing the Connector Plug to Power Supply 
Apparently the black wire in the connector from the blue cord in the connector to the power supply is loose. How do I open the plug and remove the casing …

my dolphin 2002 dynamics plus problem. 
When i start my dolphin it’s goes for 1 minute forward and then when he change direction only one side is rolling for some seconds and then it's stop. …

My Dolphin Diagnostic keeps cleaning in the same section of the pool 
My Dolphin Diagnostic keeps cleaning in the same section of the pool - the deep end. To get it to clean the shallow end I have to pull it by the electrical …

dolphin commander problem 
it is about three years old and looks in very good condition, has not been misused. for the last few days it starts for 15seconds or so and I tried with …

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Dolphin Diagnostic Pumps Water, Won't Move 
My Dolphin Diagnostic stopped moving, though the water is still pumping out. I took it out of the pool and turned it on its back to perform the diagnostic …

Dolphin Diagnostics shuts down after 10 miutes.  
Dolphin Diagnostics shuts down after 10 minutes. Resetting makes it work for another 10 mins and then it shuts down again.

New Dolphin Pool Cleaner Questions 
I just bought my first pool cleaner. I went with the Dolphin based on my research it seemed to be an good choice. I was wondering about the nasty bag.. …

Dolphin Diagnostic Reaches Water Line then Stalls 
Submerge the unit with handle set in 3 or 4 position. Turn it on. The unit takes off, fan propelling, cleaning, climbs first wall, reaches water line and …

Dolphin Diagnostic 
5/29/2012 I purchased the Dolphin Diagnostic in September of 2007. The first time I used it was in June of 2008. I have used the Robotic for four …

dolphin error Not rated yet
I have a new dolphin evolution X5. About 4 minutes into the cleaning cycle when the machine comes up to the side of the pool, it falls over backwards. …

Small Metal Ringlets in Pool after using Dolphin Cleaner Not rated yet
I am finding small metal ringlets in my pool after running my Dolphin Diagnostic pool cleaner. These ringlets show signs of wear and are visibly broken …

Dolphin Moby  Not rated yet
Hi , I have had my Moby for a few years and it has been faultless until now . The impeller is working fine and the fan also as when it is going over dirty …

Help. Please I have a plastic piece inside dolphin pro that broke apart from the side? Not rated yet
My story is I'm clueless how do I get it repaired? Anybody? A little help. Julie ADMIN REPLY: Do you even need it repaired? Call Aqua Quality Pools …

How to trouble shoot my pool cleaner Not rated yet
I bought a Dolphin 2001 S in 2009. Until now it was working fine. But now when I started it , is working for few minutes (3 or 5)then it stop, and stay …

Cleaner changes direction too often Not rated yet
I have a dolphin pool cleaner and in recent times it seems to change direction far too often and hence does not do a complete sweep of the pool What can …

cable from power supply to cleaner Not rated yet
My dog chewed the blue cable that goes from the power supply to the cleaner. Is it possible to have that replaced? what part is that called? ADMIN REPLY: …

Dolphin Stops Not rated yet
I OWN THIS SAME ROBOT SINCE NOV 2011 AND NEVER HAD A PROBLEM. NOW IT STOPS AFTER BETWEEN 10 AND 20 SECONDS OF RUNNING. HAVE CHECKED POWER SUPPLY , CLEANED …

New Circuit Board Not rated yet
Could you please tell me where I can buy a new circuit board for the dolphin diagnostic and how much?? JB ADMIN REPLY: New boards are not available …

Robot works for 30 seconds and then stops Not rated yet
I have the Dolphin advantage for approx 6 years. The robot after it has been turned on only runs for about 30 seconds and then stops. It will only turn …

2 latches for Dolphin Pool Cleaner Not rated yet
I have a Dolphin and 1 of the yellow latches broke off I was wondering if you sold the 2 latches I went to my pool store Leslies in Chandler Arizona he …

No Dolphin Diagnostic Transformer power in Metz in France Not rated yet
Good evening I have a robot JD CLEAN and I have a problem with it. I have not DC 24 v in the out of transformer DIAGNOSTI DC. I think that it is a …

new Dolphin 30 caught a small branch in one of the brushes Not rated yet
robot was only circling in automatic and manually impossible to steer straight, we found a blocked brush, removed the object cleaned thoroughly filters …

Dolphin Plug Wiring Not rated yet
The plug that goes into the dolphin transformer has come loose. Can you tell me how to rewire, or direct me to someone in the Rockville Maryland area that …

Best Pool Cleaner for 75x50 Pool Not rated yet
I am asking for your suggestion on what model to purchase. We are a YMCA with an in ground pool 75x50 3.5'to 5'stainless with a liner. I am looking for …

Power Cable at Caddy Not rated yet
The power cable on my Dolphin Dynamic 3002 has become detached from the amphenol connector. On inspection, there are three wires, not the reported two. …

residential pool owner finding metal parts Not rated yet
I have been finding small ringlets of metal in the bottom of my pool. The pool is 20 years old. This is our first year owning and using Dolphin Maytronics …

Dolphin Diagnostic just shut off Not rated yet
We have had this for about 10 years and have never had a problem (other than it getting stuck on the main drain). Yesterday, we put it in the pool and …

Chief Pool-boy at my home Not rated yet
. .Purched new Dolphin Diagnostic pool vac 2008. Completing 5th summer July,2012. After placing vac in pool and activating the "on" button....No Power. …

dolphin has a hard time going to the bottom Not rated yet
My dolphin is having a hard time submerging, when i finally hold it under and i guess its fills up with water, it is fine. and does it have BBs or ball …

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Dolphin Pool Cleaner circuit board Not rated yet
my dolphin stops after about 30 secs. Like you, curiosity got the best of me. I opened it up and tested all the motors. They seem to work fine. So I think …

Dolphin diagnostic turns on and circulates water but will not move Not rated yet
the dolphin diagnostic turn on and circulates water but will not move at all once it goes to the bottom of the pool. I've had it for about six years now. …

commander aquabot will not move Not rated yet
once in pool nothing happens, I hear a sound from the power supply. I was told there it may need a fuse or there should be a reset button on the power …

dolphin 4 stopped working. Not rated yet
i need a dophin 4 motor. P L E A S E H E L P!!!!!! IT JUST STOPPED WORKING TODAY. IF WE HAD THE RECEIPT, WE COULD GET THE MOTOR REPLACED FOR FREE. …

Powerless Dolphin Pool Cleaner! Not rated yet
Hello, my Dolphin has worked great for some time, but one day the power source started turning off, I push the button, it makes a little bit of noise and …

Twisted Dolphin Electric Power Cable Not rated yet
The 40' cord on my dolphin is twisted. How can I get it back to it's original straightness? ADMIN REPLY: 2 things to do. Lay it out straight in the heat …

dolphin will run for about 5-10 secs then stops Not rated yet
My dolphin only runs about 10 seconds then shuts off. When it starts to shut down a green light on the circuit board begins to flash. If I turn off the …

Dolphin Trouble, Moves One Foot Not rated yet
This morning I turned on my dolphin and noticed it didnt seem to move much. I switched the power off and after a few seconds turned it back on. The Dolphin …

troubleshooting Not rated yet
On the left side of my electrical unit that is attached to wheels, the black screw-like thingy came lose and the greeen and white wires are exposed. is …

Dolpin Deluxe 5 Full Bag Indicator Not rated yet
I am trying to find out what the red light means on my Dolpin Deluxe 5 w/remote that comes on when I put the dolpin in the water. The red light is above …

Dolphin Diagnostic is Powerless Not rated yet
My dolphin diagnostic will not move-the power supply is on but the dolphin doesn't go when in the water-What should I check first? REPLY: Check for obstructions …

Dolphin Start and Stop Not rated yet
While using the dolphin robot for the first time of the season it goes forward then backwards a few times then goes forward for a longer while (30 seconds) …

First start of season. Dolphin Won't Start Not rated yet
I put the unit in my pool and when I pressed the "ON" button, the button "lit" and there was a little buzz and the light on the button clicked off. I checked …

Belt keeps slipping off the trackr Not rated yet
When the machine is put in the water after about 15 minutes the track comes off the wheels. What can I do to fix this problem. ADMIN REPLY First …

PANNE CLASSIQUE DU DOLPHIN Not rated yet
Bonjour J'ai 2 blocs moteur qui ont le même problème. A l'allumage, le moteur d'entrainement marche dans un sens puis s'arrete, redémarre dans l'autre …

Dolphin advantage diagnostic Not rated yet
My dolphin vacuum it doesn't move in the water . Outside is moving please can you help me to fix the problem . I live in Cyprus and I bought the vacuum …

Reset button on power supply Not rated yet
I just bought a new Dolphin and no where in the user manual does it tell you what the reset button is for. Mine started flashing and then the unit shut …

water in Dolphin motor box? Not rated yet
I started my dolphin after cleaning it. While it was pumping water through it flipped on it's back on the bench in the shallow end and stopped working. …

Dolphin Pool Cleaner Motor Broken. Not rated yet
It appears my motor is bad in my Dolphin pool cleaner. Is there anyone in the Sacramento, ca. area that repairs them? ADMIN REPLY: Unfortunately, there …

Great info!! Need new blue power cord for my dolphin diagnostic Not rated yet
Where can I get a new blue power cord for my dolphin diagnostic? Is there a part number because normal searches are turning up nothing... ADMIN REPLY: …

Dolphin Magic motor testing Not rated yet
Magic Dolphin had broken one brush cylinder.Power pack failed( as consequence? ) Repaired with new thermal protector switch and rectifier.Tested motor …

My dolphin goes 1 ft one way and then one ft the other, then stops! Help???? Not rated yet
My dolphin goes 1 ft one way and then one ft the other, then stops! Help????

My dolphin pool just floats Not rated yet
My dolphin pool cleaner wont sink to the bottom of pool just floats, unit is working just floats.

How do you repair the plug portion that goes into the power supply? Not rated yet
The unit shorted out and i just need to reconnect the wires. Is it and allen key? I have never seen this type of connection before. Please be specific …

Dolphins tarts but gets stuck in one place Not rated yet
My Dolphin advantage starts OK and moves along for a few minutes but it eventually gets to a sidewall and tries to climb it. The top propeller stops so …

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Maytronics circuit board repair Not rated yet
First, on mine, I do not have to remove the side panels to remove the motor assembly. The screws are accessible from the handle opening. My question …

4X4 dolphin one set of treads turning. Not rated yet
Having trouble with our 4X4 dolphin one set of driving wheel treads works the other appears to be jammed. This causes the unit it go in a circle. Have …

Dolphin runs 2 feet and stops Not rated yet
I also have two Dolphin cleaners and both units go about two feet and shut off. I read in one posting that is could be the motor. Has anyone found …

Dolphin Pool Cleaner motor Not rated yet
Greetigs All, my dolphin was free and worked great for two years now the drive motor is shot and can't find anyone to repair it.I miss the hard work …

self test why do these things fail on such a grand scal Not rated yet
if the cleaner runs through the self-test cycle as prescribed by some sites, what makes it realize that it shouldn't procede with the pool cleaning? …

Dolphin Diagnostic 2001 Doesn't move in Pool Not rated yet
I have the Diagnostic 2001 and it has run well for 6 years. Recently it started to stop intermittently while cleaning. Now it does not run at all in the …

Dolphin not running, belt hard to turn in one direction Not rated yet
My dolphin was working fine. Recently when I put it in it runs one direction, goes up the wall, then goes the other direction and stops. I looked at the …

Dolphin Pool Cleaner Misses Corners Not rated yet
Doesn't seem to get to the corners in our pool. ADMIN REPLY: This is a problem common to many robots. Simply brush debris out of the corners.

DOLPHIN MOTOR Not rated yet
I am asking if you know of anyone who rebuilds these motors? I like these cleaners, but I can not keep buying new motors. PLEASE let me know if anyone …

PISSED OFF Dolphin pool cleaner owner Not rated yet
Can't find a new cord. I guess thats how you sell more expensive pool cleaners. I think it wold be cheaper to hire a pool guy. Oh buy the way it's a DOLPHIN. …

Dolphin Pool Cleaner Motor problem:  Not rated yet
Dolphin Pool Cleaner Motor drive turns for 2 seconds, pump (impeller) shaft turns 2 revolutions and stops. I have the motor housing and will open if I …

Dolphin Electronic Card Fuse Not rated yet
Goodmorning we have a problem with our dolphin diagnostic 6h unit. we have a electronic card is fuse (drive motor). We ask how repair this or where …

Dolphin Cleaner Stopped Working Not rated yet
my dolphin cleaner stopped working i have checked the power supply and get only 5 volts output there is a sensor connection. what is this for. and …

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