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1. Vacuum pool
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2. Lower water level
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Set T-valve to full bottom drain
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Remove drain plug from the bottom of the filter tank or disconnect the return line from the return fitting.
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Turn pump on and run until the water level drops below the return.
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3. Pool preparation
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Loosen the set screws in the ladder flange and remove the in-pool ladder.
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Remove the jet-air fitting from the inlet fitting where applicable.
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Remove the skimmer basket.
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Clean the vinyl with Tile & Vinyl Cleaner.
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4. Add winterizing chemicals
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Never mix chemicals. Refer to the container labels for correct application and safety procedures.
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Continue to run the filter to thoroughly dissolve the chemicals.
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5. Pump and filter
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Follow the manufacturer's instructions in the manual.
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Never allow moisture to freeze in the pump or filter.
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Secure the hose exiting the floor drain to a deck support. Position the hose so that it points upward and is above the water level. Do not cap this line.
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6. Winter Cover
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Place the box at the end of the pool.
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Open the box and place the cover on the deck along the Vinyl Edging. Roll the cover out leaving equal amounts of the cover on each side of the pool.
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Using two people on opposite sides of the cover, take the leading edge of the cover in hand and pull it tightly between you. Walk the cover to the opposite end of the pool. Be careful not to dip the leading edge in the water or catch it on any protruding objects.
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Allow the cover to lay on the deck, with the remainder draped into and across the pool where it is supported by the underlying water.
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Secure the cover by placing water sleeves all the way around the cover where it overlaps on the deck. Be sure there are no gaps that will allow the wind underneath the cover that might tear the cover.
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Drape the cover loosely so that it lays against the walls and then across the top of the water. DO NOT use the grommets to tie the cover tightly. This will result in tears in the cover. The cover should be secured by water bags (or other weight) that are laid on top of the cover where it overlaps the deck. KEEP THE COVER FREE OF SNOW BUILD UP AND PUMP OFF EXCESS WATER. This will prevent possible ice damage to the liner. |
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