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Remove the vinyl cover when using a solar blanket to warm the water. If the vinyl cover is used at the same time as the solar blanket, the vinyl cover absorbs most of the heat and then transfers the heat into the air or water between the vinyl cover and the solar blanket. Then the heat transfers to the solar blanket and then, finally, into the water. When this happens, a lot of heat remains in the vinyl cover and air/water between the two covers instead of getting into the water. It is preferable to have the heat absorbed by the solar cover and then transfer directly into the water. Hope this helps... Too much redundancy in pool covers.
Yes, you can use a solar cover on a saltwater pool. Solar covers help retain heat and reduce evaporation, making them beneficial for any pool type, including saltwater. Just ensure that the cover is compatible with the chemicals used in saltwater pools to avoid any potential damage. Regular maintenance of the cover is also important to prolong its lifespan.
It's not possible to add optimizer plus to a pool with the solar cover on. You will need to remove the solar cover from part or all of the pool in order to put optimizer or other pool treatment products into your swimming pool water.
If the water balance is correct then no it will be fine, but in my experience it's generally not so I'd advise to remove it, dry and fold, and store out of direct sunlight.
The only reasons to take a solar cover off should be to swim or if the water temperature gets hotter than you desire.
KWT and TAN both cover the solar space.
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Solar plexus.
with a mixture of half water, half bleach; spray it on, brush it into the pockets and crevices, then rinse it off; that should do it. Only problem could be if some of the air bubbles have burst and are now filled with algae. You'll need to get the bleach into those bubbles in order to kill the algae there. Don't leave the bleach on the cover for too long or it may start to "eat" away at it.
Yes, the solar cover should touch the pool water. The cover absorbs the heat from the sun and then transfers that heat to the water. If the cover does not touch the water, most of the heat will end up in the air between the cover and the water rather than going into the water itself. Hope this helps ...
It's generally not necessary to run the pump when the solar cover is on, as the cover helps retain heat and reduce evaporation. However, running the pump periodically can help circulate water and prevent chemical imbalances. If you're using a solar cover for heating, it's best to remove it when using the pool to allow for proper water circulation and filtration. Always consult your pool's specific guidelines for optimal maintenance.
The "bubble" type cover should be removed before you add chemicals and should be left off at least for a few hours afterward to gas off fumes from the chemicals. Ken