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Troubleshooting · Power & Connectivity

Why does my Dolphin's "full filter" light turn on when the filter isn't full?

Short answer: A filter that looks clean can still be clogged by dried particles, so check the impeller, clean the filters thoroughly, and reset the power supply.

Try this first

Check the impeller for obstructions, thoroughly clean the filters, then reset the power supply using the instructions below.

Easy About 15 min Tools: Washing machine for bag filters, Dishwasher for filter cartridges

Based on Maytronics support, updated 2026-07-26, rewritten by Poolbots' pool experts. Parts that fix it are below.

The fix

Step by step.

On an IoT power supply, either or both of these signals indicate a full filter:

  • The LED flashes blue and yellow while the robot runs.
  • The light stays yellow after the cleaning cycle ends.

The filter can look clean but still be clogged. Small particles can dry on the filter material and block it.

  1. Step 1Check the impeller

    Check the impeller for anything blocking it and clear any obstructions.

  2. Step 2Clean the filters thoroughly

    Give the filters a thorough cleaning, even if they do not look dirty.

    Clean the filter bag or cartridges after every cleaning cycle. A deeper cleaning may also be needed:

    • Bag filters can go in the washing machine at 30 degrees. Let them air-dry afterward.
    • Filter cartridges can go in the dishwasher at 30 degrees.
  3. Step 3: Reset the power supply\n Once the impeller and filter maintenance is complete, follow the reset method for your power supply:

    • With a Reset button: Press and hold Reset until the light turns off. This takes approximately 5–20 seconds.
    • Without a Reset button: Disconnect the power supply from the electrical outlet. Wait a few moments, then reconnect it to reset it.

Source: Maytronics support. Same steps and facts, rewritten for clarity; the videos and illustrations are Maytronics' own.

Replacement parts

Parts that fix this.

This answer comes down to filters. The exact part depends on the model: choose your robot and we open its parts list, or browse the category for every model.

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