Troubleshooting · Skimmi Troubleshooting
Why does my Dolphin Skimmi often stand still and clean for less time?
Short answer: Adjust cleaning and pause settings, reduce energy use, enable Smart Solar Recharge, clean the solar panel, and empty the filter tray more often.
In the MyDolphinSkimmi app, open Device Settings, shorten Day Cleaning, and extend Day Pauses.
Based on Maytronics support, updated 2026-04-26, rewritten by Poolbots' pool experts. Applies to 1 model. Parts that fix it are below.
The fix
Step by step.
If your Dolphin Skimmi frequently sits still and cleans for less time than usual, work through these steps.
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Step 1Adjust daytime cleaning and pauses
Open Device Settings in the MyDolphinSkimmi app. Shorten Day Cleaning and increase the length of Day Pauses.
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Step 2Reduce energy use
Turn off the energy-intensive functions and lower the speed with these settings:
- Debris Washing = OFF
- Speed = Low
- Wheels Unblock = OFF
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Step 3Enable Smart Solar Recharge
In the MyDolphin Skimmi app, turn on Smart Solar Recharge. Set Start Delay to at least 1-2 hours.
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Step 4Maintain a clean solar panel
Use the solar panel cleaning instructions to keep the panel clean.
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Step 5Empty the tray more frequently
Increase how often you empty the filter tray. Follow the filter tray cleaning instructions.
Source: Maytronics support. Same steps and facts, rewritten for clarity; the videos and illustrations are Maytronics' own.
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