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yes it has happened when you step on it or fall on it it will move around you like a rubber tube so no matter how much you squirm it will just get tighter and tighter until it completely covers you. i hope this helps
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Where can one go to buy a Solar Pool cover?
It is possible to buy a Solar Pool Cover on different websites like Ebay, Amazon or on websites of a manufacturer itself. For example: solardirect. Another way is to buy the cover in home improvement stores or building supplies stores.
Can you use the chlorine floater when the solar cover is on or when people are in the pool?
No! the floater should never have to be placed under neath the cover. The reason is that the chlorine is not moving around the pool so it will be in one position and eventually eat through the cover. Always keep your cover off when adding chlorine and when chlorine tablets are in a floater.
What is a solar ball?
It keeps your pool warm. "This effective solar ball keeps your above ground or in ground pool warmer by spreading an invisible layer of non-toxic, biodegradable film. This invisible layer cuts down on one of the major pool cooling forces – evaporation. Up to 60% as effective as a traditional solar pool cover. Best of all Solar Ball works all the time and there is no cumbersome solar pool cover to haul around. Simply drop the Solar Ball in your pool’s skimmer and its special time released delivery system will keep your pool warm for 30 days. It is not affected by automatic pool covers." - http://www.pcpools.com/products/solarball.html?sku=NS794&id=117
Do solar cover reels really make it easier to remove the cover and is it worth the money?
My pool is 44 x 20. If I didn't have a reel, there would be no way that I could pull the solar cover off by myself. I think it depends on how big your pool is but I couldn't use my solar cover without one. I find my reel a pain in the butt! The cover never unravels evenly on both sides (round pool with reel in center). A: then your reel and cover are not installed correctly..... or is a very cheap model. our cover reel works great on a 16 X 24 above ground. In the winter I unbolt from the deck and hang it in the garage.
How do you use a solar cover on a swimming pool?
Lay your solar cover, bubble side down on top of the pool Just want to add, we bought a solar cover for our above ground Intex pool. The cover completely covers the pool and keeps the pool water very warm (which is the purpose). However, you need to double your chlorine to keep from getting algae. It's almost like having a spa. When I lift the solar cover, there is condensation on the cover and steam coming out. So you need to really watch your chlorine levels. : You may also want to try using a liquid solar cover. They are really easy and relatively inexpensive...best of all, you don't have to put them on and pull them off all the time. Check out www.liquidpoolcovers.com
My new solar cover warranty says that it's not to be used when the pool water is more than 90 degrees I keep my pool at 96 degrees sometimes Is it OK to use this one anyway?
It is if you are not concerned about the waranty.
What are the energy benefits of getting a solar pool cover?
This obviously depends on the size of your pool and the cover you choose. However, for a one time investment you can save up to 70% of your pool's heating bill which is an impressive energy benefit to consider. A swimming pool cover will save you energy as it will help increase temperature of pool by 10 - 15 degrees which in turn reduces the amount of electricty needed to heat the pool. In addition, less water will evaporate which will decrease energy needs and the pool will stay cleaner which decreases the amount of energy used by cleaning tools.
What cover should you use if you have solar heat and want to retain the heat but your blue solar cover bubbles are breaking off in the pool after 2 years?
You are most likely not going to get more than 3 years out of most pool bubble blankets. Even those with a five year warr. If you are dragging the pool cover over the coping (abraision) and leaving it on the hot pool deck (cooking or burning) or grass in direct sunlight then you have virtually cut the life of the cover in half. Ken You are most likely not going to get more than 2 to 3 years out of most pool bubble blankets. Even those with a five year warr. If you are dragging the pool cover over the coping (abrasion) and leaving it on the hot pool deck (cooking or burning) or grass in direct sunlight then you have virtually cut the life of the cover in half. Consider a very good quality cover reel system. The best one is made in Canada -- Rocky's Reel. I have tried all the rest and find they are useless. Ken
When removing your solar cover how do you keep the junk on it from getting into the pool?
The short answer is: "you don't". However, I always anticipate the "junk" and stand by with a screen and pole to skim the junk off the surface as quickly as possible without letting it settle. I take the edge of the solar cover and throw it back on top of itself - do this all of the way around the pool. Continue folding the cover back onto itself - working your way around the pool or spinning the cover on the surface of the water while you stay in one place - until it is small enough to haul out of the water. This holds in the dirt/leaves/etc as you remove the cover from the water. Once out of the pool, unfold the cover on a flat surface and spray clean with a hose. Hope this helps ... We use a leaf blower to remove all of the junk from the cover before trying to remove it. We also use a sub-pump when we open our pool to remove all of the water that has accumulated on top of the cover.
How do you get a solar blanket to fit lazy L shaped pool?
Purchase a cover and cut it to fit your shape. It will void the warranty, but honestly- it's really just a piece of plastic- and what would the warranty actually cover? Estimate your square footage of the pool. You're going to have to buy a solar cover that is larger than the pool. Lay it out over the pool and trim to fit. Several smaller, cheaper covers would be more economical than purchasing one large cover. You're going to cut it anyway. 8 mil should be thick enough- unless you live in a cooler climate, then purchase 12 mil thickness.
Does a solar cover keep pool warm or make pool warm?
No not really but the more you cover the more heating there will be. The cover is designed to heat the water under the cover so its effect will be diminished by the lack of total pool coverage. You will notice some warming just the same. You should try to cover your entire pool, but if there's a gap here and there it won't matter. A good Solar cover raises your pool temp. about 10-15 degrees. After use, allow it dry and roll it up nicely.
Besides a solar cover how can you heat your above ground pool no furnaces eitherthx?
Solar water panels are a very cheap way and do a fair job. One of the least expensive brands would be Sun Grabber, I think they are even sold at Cosco. Or you can make one your self, lots of info on the net about this subject.
