All kinds of things are available for 12 volt power for boats and RVs. You can even get hair dryers, coffee makers and mixers.
A 12 volt washdown pump is the best answer to the original question. They come in many sizes and pressures, will not burn out when the flow is cut off by the nozzle and are SAFE in a swim area.
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