The Hayward TigerShark (W3RC9950CUB) is a self-contained robotic pool cleaner with quick-clean technology and a large-capacity cartridge filter. It cleans pool floors, walls, and waterline with no booster pump or pool pump required.
- SKU: W3RC9950CUB
- 3-year limited warranty (parts) direct from Hayward
- Cleans floors, coves, walls (full height), and waterline
- Quick Clean cycle completes in 90 minutes; standard cycle runs 4 hours
- Large-capacity cartridge filter; top-access, no tools, rinse to clean
- 55 ft swivel cord; no tangling, no hoses, no hookups
- 24V DC motor; suction rate of 75 gallons per minute
- Rated for inground pools up to 20 x 40 ft
- Compatible with concrete, plaster, fiberglass, and vinyl liner surfaces
- No booster pump or pool pump required; runs independently of pool filtration
Hayward TigerShark Robotic Pool Cleaner: Quick-Clean Floor, Wall, and Waterline Coverage
The TigerShark cleans the full pool interior in each session: floor and coves, walls at full height, and the waterline band where oils and pollen collect. Its quick-clean navigation path covers the same surface area as a standard cycle but moves through the pool’s geometry more efficiently, completing a full-surface pass in 90 minutes rather than the 4-hour standard cycle. The unit operates entirely independently of the pool’s pump and filtration system, connects to a standard poolside outlet, and requires no plumbing modifications.
TigerShark vs. TigerShark QC: Which Model is Right for Your Pool
The standard TigerShark and the TigerShark QC share the same drive system, coverage, filter, and quick-clean capability. The QC adds a programmable controller that lets you select between cycle modes, schedule timed starts, and monitor session status. If you run the same cycle every session and do not need scheduling, the standard TigerShark is the better value. If you want to choose between Quick Clean and Standard modes on demand or schedule overnight runs, the QC controller earns its premium.
TigerShark Cleaning Cycle Modes
- Quick Clean: 90-minute optimized pass for light debris days or between full sessions
- Standard: Full 4-hour floor, wall, and waterline coverage for thorough everyday cleaning
Hayward TigerShark Robotic Pool Cleaner Specifications
SKUW3RC9950CUBCleaner TypeRobotic, fully self-contained, independent of pool filtrationCleaning CoverageFloor, coves, walls (full height), waterlineCycle ModesQuick Clean (90 min), Standard (4 hr)Filter TypeLarge-capacity cartridge (top-access, tool-free removal)Motor24V DCSuction Rate75 gallons per minuteCord Length55 ft swivel cordPool Size RatingUp to 20 x 40 ft inground poolsCompatible SurfacesConcrete/gunite, plaster, fiberglass, vinyl linerPool Pump RequiredNoBooster Pump RequiredNoWarranty3-year limited warranty (parts), residential use. Proof of purchase required. Excludes damage from freezing, negligence, improper installation, or misuse.
Hayward TigerShark Robotic Pool Cleaner Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Quick Clean cycle cover the full pool or just the floor?
Quick Clean covers the same surface zones as the standard cycle: floor, coves, walls, and waterline. The 90-minute session time comes from an optimized navigation path, not reduced coverage.
Should the TigerShark be removed from the pool after each session?
Yes. Remove, rinse the cartridge, drain the unit, and store it in a shaded spot between sessions. Leaving it in the pool exposes seals and cable insulation to prolonged UV and chlorine, which shortens service life.
How does the TigerShark handle high-debris pools?
The large-capacity cartridge is specifically designed for pools with heavy leaf fall, high pollen, or heavy bather loads. It extends the point at which debris saturation degrades pickup performance, allowing the unit to complete a full session without a mid-cycle rinse.
What is the TigerShark’s maximum pool size?
The TigerShark is rated for inground pools up to 20 x 40 ft. Confirm your pool’s total surface area against this rating before purchase, particularly for freeform pools where the footprint may be larger than a rectangular pool of the same nominal dimensions.
Hayward TigerShark Manual and Warranty Info
- Owner’s Manual, Quick-Clean Cycle Guide & Setup Instructions (PDF)
- Filter Cartridge Cleaning, Maintenance & Replacement Guide (PDF)
- Illustrated Parts Diagram & Drive System Component Reference (PDF)
