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● Checked Nov 9, 2026 From Dolphin support

Dolphin pool cleaner

# Dolphin pool cleaner "Filter clogged": what it means and the fix

Steps **3**

Tools **None**

Parts Maybe filter

Works for Corded Dolphin robots with an On/Off LED and a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi power supply, such as the M600, M700, X40 Plus and Nautilus CC Plus Wi-Fi.

Short answer Orange light. Orange on the On/Off LED. Only some models have this light.
**What it means:** The filter is clogged and needs cleaning.

**Quick fix:** Turn off the power supply.

## Fix it in 3 steps

- Turn off the power supply. Done?
- Take the cleaner out of the pool and clean the filter. Done?
- Refit the filter and start a new cycle. Did it work?

**Fixed when:** The orange light is gone on the next cycle.

Great, it is fixed. Bookmark this page in case it comes back.

**Still showing Filter clogged?**

Contact Dolphin support at 1-888-365-7446 ext. 1002 (US). Have the serial number ready: On the back of the folder in the packaging, on the side of the box, or inside the robot behind the filter. [Dolphin support →](https://www.maytronics.com/en-us/support/contact-us/)

## Parts that fix this

**Often linked to the filter.** A clogged filter cuts suction and makes the fan work harder.

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## Why it happens

- A full filter
- A very dirty pool

## Other Dolphin pool cleaner errors

[Fault ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dolphin-error-steady-red-led-fault/)[No power ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dolphin-error-no-light-no-power/)[Waiting for Bluetooth ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dolphin-error-flashing-blue-waiting-bluetooth/)[Trying to reach the cloud ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dolphin-error-flashing-green-wifi-weak/)[All 11 Dolphin pool cleaner codes →](https://robotsforthat.com/guides/dolphin-pool-cleaner-error-codes/)

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## Sources

- [Maytronics: Dolphin user instructions 8180090](https://manuals.maytronics.com/images/pdfs/8180090.pdf)
- [Maytronics: Dolphin M600 / Active series user instructions](https://brand.maytronics.com/m/25734c72284ac24c/original/User-manual-8180002-EN.pdf)

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