Product Overview
The Hayward TigerShark Robotic Pool Cleaner | W3RC9950CUB is a self-contained robotic pool cleaner designed to scrub and vacuum inground pools with minimal effort. Built with intelligent microprocessor-based technology, TigerShark calculates an efficient cleaning pattern to help clean the pool floor, walls, coves, and waterline.
Unlike suction or pressure cleaners, the TigerShark operates independently from the pool’s pump and filtration system. It includes its own onboard pump for strong vacuum power and a cartridge-style filter system that makes debris removal simple. Just remove the filter cartridge assembly, rinse it with a hose, and return it to the cleaner.
With a 55-foot floating cord, 115V power supply, and standard 4-hour complete cleaning cycle, the W3RC9950CUB is a strong robotic cleaning solution for residential inground pools up to approximately 20' x 40'.
Ideal For
- Residential inground swimming pools
- Pools up to approximately 20' x 40'
- Pool owners wanting a self-contained robotic cleaner
- Floor, wall, cove, and waterline cleaning
- Reducing manual vacuuming and brushing
- Customers wanting no extra hoses or booster pump
- Vinyl, concrete, fiberglass, and tile pool surfaces
- Replacing older pressure-side or suction-side cleaners
- Seasonal pool maintenance
- Automatic pool cleaning with easy cartridge cleanup
Key Features
- Self-contained robotic cleaner — operates independently from the pool pump and filtration system.
- 55-foot floating cord — provides reach for many standard residential inground pools.
- 115V power supply — plugs into a standard compatible outlet through the cleaner’s power supply.
- 24V cleaner operation — cleaner operates on low-voltage power from the transformer/power supply.
- Standard 4-hour cleaning cycle — provides complete cleaning coverage for floors, walls, coves, and waterline.
- Microprocessor-based technology — calculates an efficient cleaning pattern for better coverage.
- Onboard pump system — delivers strong vacuum power to pull dirt and debris into the cleaner.
- Cartridge filter system — easy to remove, rinse, and reinstall for routine debris cleanup.
- No hoses or booster pump required — eliminates many of the extra parts needed by suction or pressure cleaners.
- Track-style traction system — helps the cleaner move across pool surfaces and climb walls.
- Works separately from pool filtration — can help reduce filter load and backwashing frequency.
- Multi-surface cleaning — suitable for many inground pool surfaces when used as directed.
Benefits
The Hayward TigerShark W3RC9950CUB helps make pool cleaning easier by combining scrubbing, vacuuming, and filtration into one robotic cleaner. Because it does not rely on the pool’s circulation system, it can clean while reducing strain on the pool filter and without requiring extra hoses, a booster pump, or complicated hookups.
Its cartridge filter system is easier to maintain than many traditional cleaner bag systems. When the cleaner is finished, simply remove the cartridges, rinse them clean, and reinstall them for the next cycle.
For pool owners who want a dependable robotic cleaner with full-pool coverage and simple operation, the TigerShark is a practical choice for keeping inground pools cleaner with less manual labor.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Hayward TigerShark Robotic Pool Cleaner |
| Brand | Hayward |
| Series | TigerShark |
| Part Number | W3RC9950CUB |
| SKU | W3RC9950CUB |
| Related / Base Model | RC9950CUB |
| GTIN / UPC | 610377390156 |
| Product Type | Robotic pool cleaner |
| Cleaner Type | Electric robotic cleaner |
| Pool Type | Inground pools |
| Recommended Pool Size | Up to approx. 20' x 40' |
| Cord Length | 55 ft |
| Power Supply Input | 115V |
| Cleaner Operating Voltage | 24V from power supply |
| Cleaning Cycle | Standard 4-hour complete cleaning cycle |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, walls, coves, and waterline |
| Navigation / Control | Intelligent microprocessor-based cleaning technology |
| Filtration Type | Cartridge filter system |
| Onboard Pump | Yes |
| Hoses Required | No |
| Booster Pump Required | No |
| Uses Pool Filtration System | No |
| Traction System | Track |
| Color | Multi / blue-toned cleaner body |
| Application | New construction, renovation, and aftermarket pool cleaning |
| Channel | Open Line |
| Shipping Dimensions | Approx. 21" x 19.7" x 19.7" |
| Shipping Weight | Approx. 42 lb |
| Master Carton Quantity | 1 |
| Warranty | 1-year parts warranty |
| Professional Installation Required | No hard plumbing required; electrical safety instructions must be followed |
| Sold As | Each |
Included Components
- 1 × Hayward TigerShark robotic pool cleaner
- 1 × 55-foot floating cord
- 1 × 115V power supply / transformer
- Internal onboard pump system
- Cartridge filter assembly
- Manufacturer-supplied documentation
Cleaner caddy, replacement cartridges, replacement brushes, repair parts, and accessories may be sold separately unless specifically included by the supplier.
Installation & Use Notes
The Hayward TigerShark is designed for simple robotic cleaner setup without plumbing into the pool system. Place the cleaner into the pool, allow it to fully submerge and release trapped air, then connect it to the included power supply according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
The power supply should be placed away from the pool edge and connected only to a properly protected electrical outlet. Never enter the pool while the cleaner is operating. After each cleaning cycle, remove the cleaner from the water, clean the filter cartridges, and inspect the cord for tangling or damage.
For best results, remove large debris from the pool before running the cleaner and maintain proper pool water chemistry to protect cleaner components.
Customer-Facing Q&A
Q: What is the Hayward W3RC9950CUB?
A: It is a Hayward TigerShark robotic pool cleaner with a 55-foot cord and 115V power supply for inground pool cleaning.
Q: What is the SKU?
A: The SKU is W3RC9950CUB.
Q: What is the UPC / GTIN?
A: The UPC / GTIN is 610377390156.
Q: Is this the same as RC9950CUB?
A: W3RC9950CUB is the Open Line version of the TigerShark cleaner and is closely associated with the RC9950CUB base model.
Q: What size pool is this cleaner for?
A: It is commonly used for inground pools up to approximately 20' x 40'.
Q: How long is the cord?
A: This model includes a 55-foot floating cord.
Q: What voltage does it use?
A: The power supply uses 115V, and the cleaner operates on low-voltage power supplied by the transformer.
Q: Does it clean the walls?
A: Yes. It is designed to clean the floor, walls, coves, and waterline.
Q: How long is the cleaning cycle?
A: The standard complete cleaning cycle is approximately 4 hours.
Q: Does it need a booster pump?
A: No. The TigerShark does not require a booster pump.
Q: Does it connect to the pool filter?
A: No. It operates independently from the pool’s filtration system and uses its own cartridge filter system.
Q: How do I clean the filter?
A: Open the cleaner, remove the filter cartridge assembly, rinse it with a hose, and reinstall it.
Q: Is this suitable for vinyl pools?
A: Yes, it is commonly used on vinyl, concrete, fiberglass, and tile inground pool surfaces when used as directed.