Product Overview
The Hayward SharkVac® W3RC9742CUBY Robotic Pool Cleaner with Caddy is designed to provide efficient, independent cleaning for residential in-ground pools. Built with smart steering technology, this robotic cleaner scrubs and cleans pool floors and coves while collecting dirt, sand, leaves, and everyday debris in easy-to-access top-load filter cartridges.
Unlike suction-side or pressure-side cleaners, the SharkVac® operates independently from the pool pump and filtration system. It does not require a booster pump, suction hose, dedicated pressure line, or connection to the skimmer. This model also includes a convenient caddy cart for easier storage, transport, and cleaner handling around the pool area.
Ideal For
The Hayward SharkVac® W3RC9742CUBY is ideal for:
- Residential in-ground pools
- Pools up to 20 ft. x 40 ft.
- Pool floor and cove cleaning
- Dirt, sand, leaves, and everyday debris
- Customers wanting robotic cleaning convenience
- Pool owners who do not want suction hoses
- Pool owners who do not want a booster pump
- Vinyl, gunite, concrete, fiberglass, and tile pool surfaces
- Customers who want a cleaner with an included caddy cart
- Routine pool maintenance between manual cleanings
Key Features
Robotic Cleaning Performance
The SharkVac® operates independently from the pool’s pump and filtration system, helping clean the pool without using suction or pressure-side plumbing.
Includes Caddy Cart
The included caddy cart makes it easier to move, store, and organize the cleaner and power cord when not in use.
Smart Steering Technology
Smart steering technology helps guide the cleaner through an efficient cleaning pattern for better pool floor and cove coverage.
Floor and Cove Cleaning
This standard SharkVac® model is designed to clean pool floors and coves. It should not be positioned as a wall or waterline cleaner.
Two-Hour Cleaning Cycle
The SharkVac® is designed to scrub and clean pool floors and coves in approximately 2 hours, helping deliver faster routine cleaning.
Top-Access Filter Cartridges
The easy top-access filter design makes debris removal simple. Just open the cleaner, remove the filter elements, rinse, and reinstall.
Two Fine Porosity Filter Elements
This model includes two fine porosity filter elements for capturing common pool debris during routine cleaning.
No Booster Pump Required
Because this is a robotic cleaner, it does not require a booster pump, pressure-side plumbing, or suction-side plumbing.
No Hoses or Hookups
The SharkVac® eliminates suction hoses, pressure hoses, and pool plumbing hookups, making setup easier for homeowners.
50-Foot Power Cord
The 50-foot cord provides reach for standard residential in-ground pool layouts.
Benefits
- Cleans independently from the pool pump and filter
- Includes caddy cart for easier transport and storage
- No booster pump required
- No suction hose or pressure hose required
- Helps reduce manual vacuuming time
- Smart steering supports efficient floor coverage
- Top-load filters are easy to access and rinse
- Two fine porosity filter elements help capture debris
- Collects dirt, sand, leaves, and common pool debris
- Helps reduce debris load on the pool filtration system
- 50 ft. cord supports standard residential pool layouts
- Designed for in-ground pools up to 20 ft. x 40 ft.
- Great for routine floor and cove cleaning
- Built by Hayward, a trusted name in pool cleaning equipment
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Hayward SharkVac® Robotic Pool Cleaner with Caddy |
| SKU | W3RC9742CUBY |
| Manufacturer Part Number | W3RC9742CUBY |
| Base Model | RC9742CUBY |
| Barcode / UPC | 610377390095 |
| Brand | Hayward |
| Series | SharkVac® |
| Product Type | Automatic Pool Cleaner |
| Cleaner Type | Robotic |
| Pool Type | In-Ground Residential Pools |
| Recommended Pool Size | Up to 20 ft. x 40 ft. |
| Cleaning Coverage | Pool Floor and Coves |
| Wall Cleaning | No |
| Waterline Cleaning | No |
| Cleaning Cycle | Approximately 2 Hours |
| Cord Length | 50 ft. |
| Voltage | 115V power supply / 24V DC cleaner output |
| Navigation | Smart Steering Technology |
| Filter Access | Top-Access Filter Cartridges |
| Filter Elements | Two Fine Porosity Filter Elements |
| Debris Collection | On-board filter cartridges |
| Caddy Cart Included | Yes |
| Booster Pump Required | No |
| Suction Line Required | No |
| Pressure Line Required | No |
| Power Source | Robotic cleaner power supply |
| Compatible Pool Surfaces | Vinyl, gunite, concrete, fiberglass, and tile |
| Common Applications | Robotic floor and cove cleaning for residential in-ground pools |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty |
Customer-Facing Q&A
Q: What is the SKU for this Hayward SharkVac® cleaner?
A: The SKU is W3RC9742CUBY.
Q: What is the barcode or UPC?
A: The barcode / UPC is 610377390095.
Q: Does this SharkVac® include a caddy?
A: Yes. This model includes a caddy cart for easier transport, storage, and cord organization.
Q: Is the SharkVac® a robotic cleaner?
A: Yes. The Hayward SharkVac® W3RC9742CUBY is a robotic pool cleaner that operates independently from the pool pump and filtration system.
Q: What size pool is this cleaner designed for?
A: This model is commonly used for residential in-ground pools up to 20 ft. x 40 ft.
Q: Does this cleaner climb walls?
A: No. The standard SharkVac® model is designed to clean the pool floor and coves only. For wall and waterline cleaning, customers should look at the SharkVac® XL or another wall-climbing robotic model.
Q: Does it require a booster pump?
A: No. This is a robotic cleaner and does not require a booster pump.
Q: Does it connect to a skimmer or suction line?
A: No. The SharkVac® does not use a suction hose, skimmer connection, or dedicated suction line.
Q: How long is the cleaning cycle?
A: The cleaner is designed to clean pool floors and coves in approximately 2 hours.
Q: How long is the cord?
A: This model includes a 50 ft. cord.
Q: What type of filter does it use?
A: It uses top-access filter cartridges with two fine porosity filter elements that are easy to remove, rinse, and reinstall.
Q: What type of debris can it pick up?
A: It is designed to collect dirt, sand, leaves, and everyday pool debris from the pool floor and coves.
Q: Will this work on vinyl or fiberglass pools?
A: Yes. This cleaner is suitable for common in-ground pool surfaces, including vinyl, gunite, concrete, fiberglass, and tile.
Why Choose Hayward SharkVac® W3RC9742CUBY?
The Hayward SharkVac® W3RC9742CUBY is a practical robotic cleaner for pool owners who want simple, independent floor cleaning without hoses, hookups, suction plumbing, or booster pumps. With smart steering technology, a 2-hour cleaning cycle, top-access filter cartridges, two fine porosity filter elements, a 50 ft. cord, and an included caddy cart, it is built to make routine in-ground pool maintenance easier.
For customers looking for a reliable Hayward robotic cleaner with convenient storage and transport, the SharkVac® W3RC9742CUBY offers dependable floor and cove cleaning performance in an easy-to-maintain package.