The Swimming Pool Cleaner sticks at the steps

The hose might be too short. Check to see that the hose extends two full sections past the furthest point in the pool.
▪ Check to see that the return line(s) are not affecting the cleaner's movement. Use the vacuum gauge to measure the vacuum in the cleaner hose. You should have 1 inch of vacuum per section of hose.
▪ Check the shoes, wings and flaps for wear.
▪ Check the rear flap adjuster, and move it to the I position.

As a test, hold the cleaner by the hose. Keep the cleaner below water with the pump running. Hold the cleaner off the bottom of the pool and observe, the cleaner should:
rotate right - not rotate - rotate left - not rotate - rotate right - etc. All the time, the "pods" should be kicking. If the cleaner is not doing the "test" movements, call CPP