Does it pick up sand?

yes...I am getting sand in my pool even though I do not have a sand filter????? That is one of the reasons I bought it!

will it pick up thick wet leaves and pine needles that were dropped over winter? Pool was not closed properly.

It will pick up some, put not a whole lot at a time You will have to keep dumping quite often. I have a 14ft above ground pool, and it is perfect for that size, I love this vac.

Do I need to purchase the pole separately?

Yes. We used a 1" PVC conduit length and duct taped along side. The actual handle hole diameter does NOT meet standard USA sizes (it is made in China), and ONLY intex I believe has that pole which will fit inside this vacuum's handle. Otherwise, you will have to Jerry Rig a long pole as we have done last few years. ONLY problem, is they need to make the attaching head/filter piece better, as repeating the half turn head the plastic fins will break making the vacuum no longer useful, and why we are forced to buy another after 3 years...

What powers the catfish pool cleaner?

mine only charged by internal rechargable , guess it got wet somewhere along the line. Will not recharge, but going to get another because it works lots better than intex vac

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💧 Clean pools, zero cords—because your time is too valuable to waste!

DUAL MODE VACUUM HEAD - Switch effortlessly between a soft-bristle brush for general debris and a crevice nozzle for those hard-to-reach spots.
PRECISION FILTRATION SYSTEM - Includes all-purpose and microfilter bags that trap everything from leaves to fine silt, keeping your pool pristine.
LIGHTWEIGHT ERGONOMIC DESIGN - At just over 3 pounds, it’s easy to maneuver by hand or attach to any standard telescopic pole for extended reach.
CORDLESS FREEDOM MAXIMUM MOBILITY - Rechargeable lithium-ion battery powers up to 45 minutes of hassle-free cleaning—ditch the cords and hoses for good.
QUICK RECHARGE READY WHEN YOU ARE - Fully recharges in just 4 hours, so your pool is always ready for spontaneous clean-ups and weekend hosting.

The Catfish Battery Powered Rechargeable Cleaner is a lightweight, cordless pool vacuum designed for quick and versatile cleaning of spas, hot tubs, and small to medium pools. Featuring a rechargeable lithium-ion battery with up to 45 minutes runtime and a fast 4-hour recharge, it offers dual vacuum heads for general and precision cleaning. Its advanced filtration system captures both large debris and fine particles, while its ergonomic design allows handheld use or attachment to standard telescopic poles, making it the ultimate tool for effortless pool maintenance.

Specifications

Power Source	Battery Powered
Item Weight	3.05 Pounds
Special Feature	Rechargeable
Assembly Required	Yes
Control Method	Touch
Battery Weight	103 Grams
Efficiency	Effective, Quick Cleaning, Versatile
Lithium Battery Energy Content	2200 Milliampere Hour (mAh)
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Battery Description	Lithium-Ion
Charging Time	4 Hours
Capacity	500 Milliliters
Number of Lithium-ion Cells	2
UPC	894331001023
Global Trade Identification Number	00894331001023, 00894331002259
Manufacturer	Water Tech Corp
Item model number	20050CL
Product Dimensions	19.05 x 17.78 x 42.55 cm; 1.38 kg
ASIN	B002GT91SK

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