Pools near mature trees can collect more leaves, gum nuts and twigs than a narrow cleaner opening or skimmer basket can comfortably handle. The Jet-Vac automatic pool cleaner is Australian-made in Sydney and designed for pools dealing with regular heavy debris. It collects material in its own onboard bag instead of sending bulky floor debris through the skimmer basket.

Jet-Vac requires a dedicated pressure-cleaner plumbing line. If you are planning a new pool, this provision can be included during construction. Owners of existing pools should ask a pool professional to confirm compatibility before choosing the cleaner.

Can Jet-Vac Handle Heavy Leaf Debris?

Yes. Jet-Vac is designed to collect large leaves, twigs, dirt and other substantial debris from the pool floor. Its 115 mm intake gives bulky material a wide path into the cleaner, while its onboard bag compacts up to 3.5 litres of rubbish. That combination makes it particularly relevant for pools affected by gum leaves, gum nuts and twig debris that may challenge smaller cleaner openings.

Jet-Vac is supplied with the JV32 fine debris bag, which collects both fine and general debris. If a pool regularly receives branches or large twigs, the stronger and coarser JV31 leaf bag may be more suitable. Some owners alternate between the fine and coarse bags as seasonal debris conditions change.

How Jet-Vac Collects Leaves from the Pool Floor

Jet-Vac uses filtered, pressurised water supplied by a booster pump. An upward-facing Venturi jet draws dirt and leaves through the intake and into the debris bag. Its Venturi port remains open in both forward and reverse modes, allowing the cleaner to continue collecting debris throughout its movement cycle.

• Automatic movement: Jet-Vac travels forward for approximately three minutes before reversing and turning for about 45 seconds.

• Obstacle recovery: The reversing cycle helps the cleaner move away from corners and other temporary obstructions.

• Separate debris collection: Leaves and twigs are captured in the onboard bag, keeping bulky floor debris out of the skimmer basket.

• Regular maintenance: The bag must be emptied and rinsed regularly because an overfilled bag can weigh the cleaner down, reduce performance and cause premature damage.

What Does Your Pool Need for Jet-Vac?

Jet-Vac requires a dedicated pressure-cleaner line and a compatible Aqua-Quip booster pump. The booster pump must operate only while the main pool pump is running. Correct installation also includes sizing the feed hose for the pool and setting suitable pressure at the wall fitting.

Jet-Vac normally requires two to three hours of operation per day, although the required cleaning time depends on pool shape, debris load and equipment condition. Aqua-Quip’s optional Flow Control Pro+ synchronises the booster pump with detected water flow and shuts it down if water flow stops or falls significantly.

Is Jet-Vac Right for Your Leafy Pool?

Jet-Vac is a strong option when large leaves and twigs are the problem, but suitability depends on the pool’s plumbing and booster-pump arrangement. Confirming compatibility and selecting the correct debris bag are essential before purchase.

Find an Aqua-Quip pool professional or distributor to check Jet-Vac compatibility and choose the appropriate cleaner setup for your pool.

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“This Father’s Day, we take a moment to recognise and thank all the incredible dads who work hard, provide support, share their wisdom, and help build a brighter future for their families.

To all the fathers, grandfathers and father figures who give so much of themselves every day — your dedication, patience and love make a difference in ways that are often immeasurable.

From all of us at Aqua-Quip, Happy Father’s Day! We hope you have a wonderful day surrounded by the people who matter most.

If Dad is the one who usually cleans the pool… perhaps it’s time to give him a well-deserved break! Treat him to an Aqua-Quip Jet-Vac swimming pool cleaner this Father’s Day and save him from labouriously cleaning the pool.”

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Aquea’s range of superior and award-winning products are designed to add functionality and improve the aesthetics of modern swimming pools.

Aquea V-Lock Skimmer Lids

Set the new standard for safe and concealed skimmer box access. V-Lock’s unique locking system provides superior safety for pool owners and simplifies Australian standards compliance for pool builders. Available in a range of inlay sizes. The flush-fitting lid is easy to install and blends into the pool surrounds for a flawless finish. Also available is the S-Series, a smaller deck lid that perfectly suits hydrostatic stand pipes around fibreglass pool installations.

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Aquea Main Drain

Aquea Main Drain is the simple and seamless main drain solution for concrete pools. The main drain is designed to provide easy access to the 50mm hydrostatic valve contained within. The main drain lid is filled with tiles/pebbles/glass beads to ensure a smooth and flawless continuation of the pool interior surface.

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Aquea Bubbler +

Aquea Bubbler + is the innovative and modular bubbler system, bringing your water to life for concrete pool and spa applications. The unique Bubbler+ manifold system allows for virtually unlimited configurations.

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