Polaris Vac-Sweep 280 Pressure-Side Pool Cleaner — 31-ft Hose, Dual-Jet Suction

The Polaris Vac-Sweep 280 is a pressure-side automatic cleaner that sweeps, scrubs, and vacuums in-ground pools using dual jets and a single-chamber debris bag for fast, efficient cleaning.

If you own an in-ground pool and want a reliable, low-maintenance cleaning solution, the Polaris Vac-Sweep 280 is built to remove leaves, pebbles, acorns, and other large debris before it reaches your pump or filter. Designed to run off a separate booster pump, the 280 uses twin venturi jets to generate strong suction and fast coverage, typically cleaning most pools in three hours or less. Its compact, rugged body and large 2.25-inch inlet make it effective on floors and walls of vinyl, fiberglass, gunite, pebble, and tile pools.

How quickly will the Polaris Vac-Sweep 280 clean my pool?

The 280 is engineered for speed: dual jet power from a booster pump accelerates movement and suction so the cleaner can cover your pool more rapidly than many suction-only models. Most pools are cleaned in approximately three hours or less when the booster pump provides the recommended flow.

• Dual venturi jets boost vacuum strength and movement.
• Typical full-pool cleaning time: 3 hours or less.
• 31-foot feed hose included to reach a variety of pool sizes.

What debris does the Vac-Sweep 280 capture and where does it go?

The cleaner feeds debris into a single-chamber filter bag attached on the unit, intercepting leaves, acorns, pebbles and similar medium-to-large material before it travels to your pump basket or filter. That pre-filtering reduces strain on your pool’s filtration system and lowers the frequency of basket and filter maintenance.

• Large 2.25" inlet accepts bigger debris other cleaners miss.
• Single-chamber bag collects and holds debris for easy disposal.
• Prevents large items from clogging pump baskets and filters.

Do I need any extra equipment to run this pressure-side cleaner?

Yes — the Vac-Sweep 280 requires a dedicated booster pump (sold separately) to supply the pressure it uses to operate. Polaris recommends its PB-series booster pumps which are tuned to deliver consistent flow for optimal cleaning performance.

• Requires a separately purchased booster pump (e.g., Polaris PB4-60).
• Connects to a dedicated pressure line; installation is straightforward for most systems.
• Booster pump selection affects cleaning speed and vacuum strength.

How well does it navigate different pool surfaces and shapes?

The Vac-Sweep 280 is safe and effective on a wide range of in-ground surfaces and adapts to irregular shapes and steps. Its compact, rugged chassis combined with flexible hose configuration allows it to sweep floors and climb lower walls while maintaining suction performance.

• Compatible with vinyl, fiberglass, gunite, pebble, and tile surfaces.
• Fluid movement for consistent floor and wall coverage.
• Hose length and swivel action help manage corners and steps.

Who is this for: The Polaris Vac-Sweep 280 is ideal for pool owners who need a hardworking automatic cleaner that concentrates on large debris removal and reduces load on pool filters. Choose this model if you have an in-ground pool of any shape or surface, want faster clean cycles powered by a dedicated booster pump, and prefer a unit that captures debris in an onboard bag for straightforward emptying. If you don’t already have a booster pump, plan to purchase one matched to Polaris specifications to get the best performance from the cleaner.