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Finally, after a cold winter it is warm enough to open your pool.
While the cover is still on, use a brush to remove as much debris as possible.
While the cover is still on, usea brushto remove as much debris as possible.
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This limits what falls into your pool during removal.
Then, two people should stand on either side of the cover.
Undo the final side, leaving the two corners attached.
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Standing at each corner, undo and grab the corners of the cover and drag it onto the grass.
Thoroughly sweep and hose off the cover.
Use cleaner or treatment if its recommended by the cover manufacturer.
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Allow it to dry completely before storing.
Tightly roll or fan-fold the cover and wrap with rope or use strapping to keep it tight.
Store the pool cover indoors or in a garageaway from insects, rodents, and moisture.
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Use an Allen key to either unscrew or twist the anchors down, depending on what kind you have.
Spray metal bolts and other fasteners with a metal lubricant, and verify everything is tightly attached.
Before you install chrome pieces, clean them with a chrome cleaner or polish.
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Cleaningafterinstallation is much harder.
you’re free to also replace drainage plugs, valves, and pressure gauges that were removed.
This means that the water bypasses the filter and goes straight out the backwash line.
This will secure your filter wear and tear.
During the initial cleaning, empty the pump motor basket frequently to prevent it from cracking and breaking.
Once completed, you’ve got the option to turn on the power.
With the circulation system operating, inspect the pool for leaks, cracks, and split hoses.
If you discover any damage, shut off the power and contact your local pool service.
Test and Treat the Water
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Perform a water test.
These might include astabilizer, conditioner, or algicide.
Allow the filter to run another 24 hours and test again before letting anyone enter the pool.
If your water is looking strange, test it again and react accordingly.
This ensures that the pool will stay clean throughout the season and will maximize your swim time.
Pool chemicals that should be on hand are chlorine tablets, pH increaser, alkalinity increaser and calcium flakes.
When opening a pool you add shock first to start working to kill the bacteria immediately.
To hire professionals to open a pool, it usually costs between $250 to $400.
How to Shock the Pool.
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