Above Ground Suction Cleaner - AquaBug

Hayward

SKU: W3500

AquaBug turbine cleaners are designed to clean the bottom of all sizes and shapes of above-ground or on-ground pools - automatically.

Features

With smart cleaning power and integrated versatility, the AquaBug will be your pool’s new best friend! It's designed to clean the bottom of all sizes and shapes of above-ground/ on-ground pools — automatically. Additionally, this small-but-powerful cleaner operates off the pool’s existing filtration system and feature our exclusive SmartDrive® program steering so it won’t miss a spot.


Features and Benefits


  • Patented SmartDrive programmed steering system ensures the entire bottom of the pool is cleaned quickly and completely

  • Installs in less than 10 minutes, without tools

  • Unique turbine/gearing system provides constant balanced water flow assuring quiet operation and gentle movement across the pool bottom

  • Improves water circulation by pulling water from the pool bottom as it moves

  • Advanced, contoured head design allows the steering pattern to be completed in minimal time

  • Deluxe bumper ring minimizes friction for easy movement away from walls and resumption of the programmed steering pattern

  • Includes 32 ft. of hose*



NOTE: *A simple rule of thumb is to measure from the skimmer (or dedicated suction line) to the farthest point in the pool then add three (3) extra hose lengths

Brand Hayward
Channel Open Line
Color Red
GTIN 610377389938
Warranty - Labor None
Master Carton Qty 1
Pallet Qty 12
Warranty - Parts 1-year
Pool Type Above Ground
Quantity 1
Shipping Dimensions 12.6 " x 12.6 " x 40.3 "
Shipping Weight 16 lb
Traction System Shoes
Parts Details

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Questions & Answers

14 answered question(s)

06/24/26

Q: Can any vacuum hose be used? ie manual vac hose?

A:
Hi, someone from our Technical Service Department will contact you via email.

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: Is there a customer service number I can call for replacement parts?

A:
Hi, we do not sell directly. You can find a local Hayward Authorized Dealer by clicking on the Dealer Locator tab on our home page of our website, Hayward.com Link to dealer locator: https://hayward.com/dealerlocator

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: Hi, I use the AquaBug to clean clean my pool, and I am very pleased with it. However, over time some hose-parts have been puvtured or broke. I now do not have the required length to allow the bug to reach all parts of the pool. Is it possible to purchase hose segments separately ?

A:
Hi, someone from our Technical Service Department will contact you via email.

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: Can I use my Aqua Bug in an inground poolk

A:
Hi, you could use the Aquabug in an inground pool, but it most likely will not clean the pool like you want. It is designed to be used in a flat bottom pool with no ability to climb walls, or escape the deep end.

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: How much does this cost?

A:
Hi, we do not sell direct, but you can find a list of local Hayward Authorized Dealers by clicking on the Dealer Locator tab on the home page of our website Hayward.com

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: I purchased a Hayward Whale Aqua Critter and it works really well. We have a 27' above ground round pool and the hoses are not long enough to reach to the other side of the pool. The company I purchased this from does not sell these hoses. I would like to purchase 2 hose links, but I am unable to find where I can purchase these. Can you please help out with this?

A:
Hi, someone from our Technical Service Department will contact you via email.

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: How do I order a replacement piece that has fallen off the foot of the bug.

A:
Hi, we do not sell direct, but you can find a list of local Hayward Authorized Dealers by clicking on the Dealer Locator tab on the home page of our website Hayward.com

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: My "bug" vac sticks to the bottom of the pool, is there a way to adjust the bug so it doesn't suck fast to the bottom?

A:
Hi, someone from our Technical Service Department will contact you via email.

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: Where can I find a parts manual for my aqua bug?

A:
Hi, someone from our Technical Service Department will contact you via email.

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: Why does my Ladybug just travel in small circles moving around the wall of my pool? Should it travel a straight path occasionally and get to all the pool. I removed the bottom assembly but found no debri. Do I need to disassemble it completely and look for debri?

A:
Hi, give our Tech Support Group a call for help with this issue 908-355-7995

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: I have this bug but I am unable to connect it directly to the skimmer basket. It seems as though a part is missing, perhaps? If not, what kind of attachment do I need to hook it into the skimmer basket, rather than the pump? Thank you, Tina

A:
Hi, give our Tech Support Group a call for help with this issue 908-355-7995

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: I purchased the aqua bug on 7/16/2023 and it worked well for about 2 weeks. Now it stays stationary on the bottom and does not move at all. I have manually vacuumed the pool, cleaned the filter and verified that the suction is good using the gage that was included with the bug. The feet are moving, but the bug does not. Any suggestions what could be wrong, or should I just do a warrantee replacement? I have done the product registration.

A:
Hello Scott, Traction is really important. The 4 small "shoes" attached to the pods on the bottom of the unit must be able to grip the pool surface. Make sure that the "shoes" are not worn out and that the surface of the pool is ...

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: Why has it stopped moving?

A:
Hi, someone from our Technical Service Department will be in touch via email soon.

By Hayward Support

06/24/26

Q: We have Bestway soft side 18 x 4 ft pool. It has no skimmer. Can this be hooked up directly to the sand pump?

A:
Hi, our AquaBug ABG suction pool cleaner is not designed for connection directly to the filter. The pump and filter combo on the majority of soft side pools will not generate sufficient suction to properly operate the cleaner.

By Hayward Support