Troubleshooting · Troubleshooting
Why won't my Dolphin Liberty finish its cycle with a red LED on the power unit?
Short answer: Clean the filters, check for obstructions, fully charge the robot, and turn off Eco Mode on Liberty 300/400/600.
Start with the filter cartridges: clean out any debris using the filter-cleaning video below.
Based on Maytronics support, updated 2026-04-26, rewritten by Poolbots' pool experts.
The fix
Step by step.
For Liberty 200 & 300 units made in 2024 or later, the cleaning cycle lasts 120 minutes. Units made before 2024 have a 90-minute cycle.
Work through these checks in order.
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Step 1Clean the filters
Clear debris from the filter cartridges. Follow the filter-cleaning video below.

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Step 2Inspect the tracks and brushes
With the robot unplugged, turn it upside down. Look for debris caught in the tracks, and check both the tracks and brushes for obstructions or visible damage. The video below shows how to clean the tracks.

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Step 3: Inspect the impeller\n Follow this guide: Check the impeller.
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Step 4Fully charge the robot
Let the robot complete a full charging cycle. Wait until the power unit displays 3 steady LEDs.
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Step 5Check Eco Mode
For Liberty 300/400/600, make sure Eco Mode is off. To cancel it, remove the robot from the pool and connect it to the charger.
Source: Maytronics support. Same steps and facts, rewritten for clarity; the videos and illustrations are Maytronics' own.
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