{"product_id":"hayward-sharkvac-xl-robotic-pool-cleaner","title":"Hayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .product-description {\n    color: inherit;\n    line-height: 1.75;\n    max-width: 860px;\n  }\n  .product-description h2 {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    margin: 2rem 0 0.6rem;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #cce0ff;\n    padding-bottom: 0.3rem;\n  }\n  .product-description h3 {\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    margin: 1.5rem 0 0.4rem;\n  }\n  .product-description p {\n    margin: 0 0 1rem;\n  }\n  .product-description ul {\n    margin: 0 0 1rem 1.4rem;\n    padding: 0;\n  }\n  .product-description ul li {\n    margin-bottom: 0.4rem;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-list {\n    margin: 1rem 0 1.5rem;\n    font-size: 0.95rem;\n    border: 1px solid #c4d9f0;\n    border-radius: 4px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-row {\n    display: flex;\n    flex-wrap: wrap;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #c4d9f0;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-row:last-child {\n    border-bottom: none;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-key {\n    flex: 0 0 38%;\n    background-color: #e8f1fb;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    padding: 0.5rem 0.75rem;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-val {\n    flex: 1 1 62%;\n    padding: 0.5rem 0.75rem;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-row:nth-child(even) .spec-val {\n    background-color: #f5f9ff;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-row:nth-child(even) .spec-key {\n    background-color: #edf4fc;\n  }\n  @media (max-width: 540px) {\n    .product-description .spec-key,\n    .product-description .spec-val {\n      flex: 0 0 100%;\n    }\n    .product-description .spec-key {\n      padding-bottom: 0.2rem;\n    }\n    .product-description .spec-val {\n      padding-top: 0.2rem;\n    }\n  }\n  .product-description .doc-links {\n    background-color: #f0f6ff;\n    border-left: 4px solid #0066cc;\n    padding: 0.75rem 1rem;\n    margin: 1.5rem 0;\n    border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0;\n  }\n  .product-description .doc-links h2 {\n    border-bottom: none;\n    margin: 0 0 0.4rem;\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: 0;\n  }\n  .product-description .doc-links ul {\n    margin: 0 0 0 1.2rem;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Hayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner Floor Walls and Waterline\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"Hayward\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"model\" content=\"SharkVac XL\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Robotic Pool Cleaner\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"sku\" content=\"W3RC9740WCCUB\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe Hayward SharkVac XL (W3RC9740WCCUB) is a full-coverage robotic pool cleaner that cleans pool floors, coves, walls, and waterline in a single 3-hour session. Self-contained operation with no booster pump or pool pump required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSKU: W3RC9740WCCUB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2-year limited warranty (parts), residential use\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCleans floors, coves, walls (full height), and waterline\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e3-hour cleaning cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmart steering technology calculates pool size and programs an efficient cleaning path\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdjustable float positions for wall climbing on different pool surface types\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOut-of-water sensor and beach-entry sensor protect the motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 fine-porosity filter elements; top-access, no tools, rinse to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e60 ft kevlar-reinforced swivel cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRated for inground pools up to 20 x 40 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompatible with vinyl, concrete\/gunite, fiberglass, and tile surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNo booster pump or pool pump required; runs independently of pool filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner: Full-Surface Coverage from Floor to Waterline\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe SharkVac XL covers the complete pool interior in each 3-hour session: floor and coves, walls at full height, and the waterline band where oils, sunscreen residue, and pollen accumulate. Smart steering technology calculates pool size and programs the most efficient cleaning path each session. The unit runs independently of the pool's pump and filtration, connects to a standard poolside outlet, and requires no hoses, hookups, or additional pumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eSharkVac XL vs. Standard SharkVac: Choosing Between Floor-Focused and Full-Coverage Cleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe standard SharkVac cleans the pool floor and coves in a 2-hour cycle. The SharkVac XL extends that coverage to full walls and waterline in a 3-hour cycle, with a longer 60 ft cord and sensors (out-of-water and beach-entry) not included on the standard model. Choose the standard SharkVac for floor-focused cleaning. Choose the SharkVac XL if wall algae and waterline buildup are persistent problems or if you want a single automated system to handle the full pool interior without supplemental manual brushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eW3RC9740WCCUB\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCleaner Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eRobotic, fully self-contained, independent of pool filtration\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCleaning Coverage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eFloor, coves, walls (full height), waterline\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCleaning Cycle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e3 hours\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eNavigation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eSmart steering; calculates pool size and programs efficient cleaning path\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eWall Climbing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eAdjustable float positions (I, II, III) for different pool surface types and wall angles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eSensors\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eOut-of-water sensor; beach-entry sensor reverses direction at water edge\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e2 fine-porosity filter elements (top-access, tool-free removal)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCord Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e60 ft kevlar-reinforced swivel cord\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePool Size Rating\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eUp to 20 x 40 ft inground pools\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCompatible Surfaces\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eVinyl, concrete\/gunite, fiberglass, tile\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePool Pump Required\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBooster Pump Required\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e2-year limited warranty (parts), residential use. Proof of purchase required. Excludes damage from freezing, negligence, improper installation, or misuse.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDoes the SharkVac XL clean the waterline in every session?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Waterline cleaning is part of the SharkVac XL's standard 3-hour cleaning path. The unit climbs the pool wall and scrubs the waterline band in each session without requiring a separate cycle setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat are the adjustable float positions and when should I change them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe SharkVac XL has three float positions that adjust the unit's angle during wall climbing. Position I is the default and works for most pools. Position II increases the angle for faster waterline coverage. Position III reduces the angle for more wall scrubbing time on slick surfaces like tile and fiberglass. Adjust if you find the unit is not reaching the waterline consistently or is spending too little time on the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWill the SharkVac XL damage a vinyl liner during wall climbing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe SharkVac XL is designed for vinyl liner pools and distributes contact pressure across the liner rather than concentrating it at a single point. Monitor behavior during initial sessions to confirm the unit is moving freely without dragging or applying lateral pressure at any point along the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan the SharkVac XL and the pool pump run at the same time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. The SharkVac XL runs independently of the pool pump and can operate simultaneously. Running both at once is efficient: the pump circulates and filters water while the SharkVac XL handles physical surface cleaning in parallel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"doc-links\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Hayward SharkVac XL Manual and Warranty Info\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eHayward SharkVac XL Manual and Warranty Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/docs\/hayward-sharkvac-xl-owners-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOwner's Manual, Setup Guide \u0026amp; Cleaning Cycle Reference (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/docs\/hayward-sharkvac-xl-dual-filtration-service-guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFilter Element Cleaning, Maintenance \u0026amp; Replacement Guide (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/docs\/hayward-sharkvac-xl-parts-diagram.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eIllustrated Parts Diagram \u0026amp; Drive System Reference (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n    \"@type\": \"Product\",\n    \"name\": \"Hayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner Floor Walls and Waterline\",\n    \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Hayward\" },\n    \"model\": \"SharkVac XL\",\n    \"description\": \"Full-coverage robotic pool cleaner for inground pools. 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