Tired of wrestling with outlets and extension cords just to vacuum a pool? We dig into the new battery that turns the VacDaddy’s 55 GPM suction into a truly portable solution and lay out exactly where this tool shines: routine service, storm cleanups, shallow features, and green pool recoveries. Without sacrificing power, the battery removes the biggest friction point—finding a plug—while keeping what pros already love: bag-based debris capture that keeps fine dirt out of the customer’s filter system.

We break down real-world specs that matter on a route: roughly 15 pounds, about three hours to charge, and close to two hours of runtime at full power thanks to safer ternary lithium chemistry. That swap also streamlines the loadout by replacing heavier transformers, making weight nearly apples to apples and the workflow simpler. Then we go deeper into the VacDaddy’s modular design. The vacuum-to-waste adapter turns the unit into a focused cleanup pump in minutes, ideal for post-windstorm debris or settling after an algae treatment. A shallow water adapter unlocks fountains and water features by letting you submerge the unit and vacuum with a short hose and manual head.

Along the way, we set honest expectations about filtration and performance. With felt bags around 75 microns and optional 200-micron bags, the VacDaddy handles leaves and typical dirt well, while ultra-fine dust is best managed with vacuum-to-waste. We also talk through who gets the most value: managers equipping employees for consistency, techs dealing with weak filtration systems, and pros who want one tool to cover manual vacs, targeted waste removal, and feature work. Add a few forward-looking ideas—like a compact cart to carry battery, unit, and hoses—and you’ve got a kit that can replace multiple devices on the truck.

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