Troubleshooting · Cleaning Performance
How do I clean my Wave 90i filter?
Short answer: Thoroughly rinse both filter baskets, or empty and hose off the filter bag. Check the robot's springs for debris before reinstalling the baskets.
Start by rinsing both basket layers with a garden hose or tap water at the strongest stream. Check the springs inside the robot for trapped debris before putting the baskets back.
Based on Maytronics support, updated 2024-06-06, rewritten by Poolbots' pool experts. Applies to 1 model. Parts that fix it are below.
The fix
Step by step.
For the Dolphin Wave 90i, follow the cleaning steps for the filter type you use.
Clean the filter baskets
- Lift open the filter cover.
- Take the filter basket out of the robot.
- Release the latch on the bottom filter door.
- Take out the inner-layer basket so you can clean it separately.
- Thoroughly rinse the filter panels on both baskets with a garden hose or tap water, using the strongest stream.
- Before putting the baskets back, check the springs inside the robot for any trapped debris.
Clean the filter bag
- Lift the top lid.
- Take out the filter bag assembly.
- Open the filter bag's zipper.
- Hold the bag upside down and shake out the collected debris.
- Rinse away any remaining debris with a garden hose.
- Close the zipper, then place the filter assembly back in the robot.
The bag filter for the Wave 90i can be purchased separately.
Source: Maytronics support. Same steps and facts, rewritten for clarity; the videos and illustrations are Maytronics' own.
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