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</html>";s:4:"text";s:24312:"Because there are such a number of questions that people have regarding this issue, we've decided to take the time to answer them and help give you a little clarity about the process of winterizing your pool and choosing the right cover. The first step in closing your pool for the winter is to give it a thorough cleaning. / Pool Hibernation is a convenient kit that makes opening a pool incredibly easy so you can feel confident that your pool is good to go. Balance Your Water. This prevent discoloration and foul smells over the winter. Winterizing kit- To help protect the water during the winter months, use a swimming pool winterizing kit. If you use a winter cover, run winterizing cover wrap around your pool after the cover is secured. Additional algaecide and shock can be purchased separately for larger size pools. Mesh covers are lighter than solid-surface ones and easier to install, but they also will allow some water and debris to seep in over the course of time. Sand filters have a winterizing valve which is used to let the filter breathe. Gut your skimmer, removing all interior parts, including vac plate, basket, etc. If too much water accumulates on your cover, use a cover pump or the same siphon pump you used to drain your pool, and rid your cover of its excess winter weight. Check up the chemical readings. Doing this will protect the edge of the pool from staining and etching. Welcome to the New and Improved PoolSupplyWorld.com! Below we have put together some easy to follow steps to winterize an above ground pool. This kit can also be used with Aqua EZ winter-aid and pool antifreeze. Some blogs or resources mi⦠$32.14 View Item Polarshield - Pool Winterizing Kit (treats pools up to 12,000 Gallons) 5 out of 5 Customer Rating. If you have a pool with a deck, place water bags filled ¾ full around the edge of your pool to hold down your cover. This is a plastic dam which holds out the water from the skimmer, allowing you to leave the water level up for the winter. This article assumes you have been balancing your pool water all year long. Get it cheap in a few days from Amazon Pool Winterizing Algaecide. Use That Winterizing Kit . Disconnect the hoses from your filter and skimmer. Clean the inside of the skimmer, ridding it of any black residue, and scrub and rinse the entirety of your pool: top rail, uprights, etc. In the fall, it also provides all the protection you need to shut your pool down for the winter. The convenient, once a week application takes only minutes to keep your swimming pool water clean, clear and trouble-free. What to Do When Your Swimming Pool Lights Don't Work, How to Store Your Motorcycle for the Winter and Cold Weather, Directions for Priming Your Swimming Pool Water Filter Pump, How to Remove Stains From a Plaster Swimming Pool, When Draining a Swimming Pool Is a Bad Idea, How to Get Rid of Reoccurring Swimming Pool Algae, Identifying That Yellow-Brown Stain on Your Swimming Pool's Walls. You will now be able to drain your chemical feeder and automatic cleaner pump, heater, and any other filter equipment that has water in it. As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder it is important to make sure your pool is ready for the winter. This can cause great damage to your pool, pool plumbing, and its filter system. You can use a cable and winch to ⦠Do not run the pump more than a second or two because you can burn out the seal very quickly. Look for a mesh or solid-surface safety cover. Before you close up shop for the winter, you should test all the levels in your pool that you usually test during the summer months. A chemical treatment to your pool is essential. The first step for winterizing is to clean the swimming pool of debris. Learn why hth® is the trusted industry leader in pool and spa care then get started today! E-Z POOL is a proprietary, multi-function granular compound that simplifies swimming pool water care. You can also use Scum Balls, which are a similar product. Aqua EZ winterizing kit helps prepare your pool for the winter season. It combines an algaecide, stable oxidizer, clarifier, scale inhibitor, and balancing agents â all in ONE product! By following this guide to properly winterize an above ground pool, you should have a worry-free spring opening next season. Take all accessories out of your pool (ladders, floats, etc. Drain the pool below the skimmer. Now, with your pool properly buttoned-up for winter, all you need to do is pay attention to the amount of water that accumulates on the cover. Sign up for email to receive $10 off your first order of over $50. Use the discharge of the shop vac to blow water out of each line from the filter system. If you have a heater or use well water, it is a good idea to use a kit that also comes with a metal control. 3.7 out of 5 Customer Rating. Leaving chemicals in your feeder over the winter can cause damage to it and other equipment. 5. For cartridge filters, soak the cartridge in a filter cleaner. What to Do When Your Swimming Pool Cover Falls In. Tip: for every 10,000 gallons of water you will need 1 pound of shock. The ideal winter chemical kit contains chlorine shock or non-chlorine shock, and a winterizing algaecide. The water inside will freeze and act as a weight. You thoroughly mix the first packet of winterizing powder in a large bucket of water and then toss it in the pools. Most manufacturers do not require their equipment be covered for winter. Each kit handles pools up to 15,000 gallons (2 kits for 30,000 gallons, etc.) You will need adjustable winterizing slip plugs for most pool jets, such as the pool step and cozy cove jets. Robotic Pool Cleaners are one of the most popular items we sell here at PoolSupplyWorld. If you have a pool with a deck, place water bags filled ¾ full around the edge of your pool to hold down your cover. Doughboy, one of the oldest manufacturers of above-ground swimming pools, warns: "Removing the skimmer without installing a winterizing kit could result in damage to the pool wall, liner, and pool installation, and voids any warranty. Adding a winterizing chemical kit to your water will help keep it blue and clear for the next season. ⦠Then do the next bag the same way, and finally do the bottle in a bucket as well. Lower pool water to your proper winter level. If your fittings are not threaded, then use a rubber freeze plug. Winter season lasts for approximately three months before the spring season, where you can finally reopen the pool. - Add Winter Enzymes and Phosphate Remover; (Ultimate Kit). Be sure to use a plug with a rubber gasket or "O" ring to make a seal, or the water may fill the line back up. This will protect it from damage due to freezing water and keep it as clean as possible for the next season. Total Alkalinity ⦠This will get the water out of the throat of the skimmer which can be easily damaged if water were to freeze there. Step 11 When properly mixed, pour the bucket's contents out as your walk around the pool to evenly disperse. The first step in the winterization procedure is to make sure your water chemistry is balanced, including the pool's pH, total alkalinity, and calcium hardness. Make sure you put it at the center of your Intex pool for better protection from snowfall. During winter, the cold temperature will harm the pool. If you put all the plugs that you have removed from the pump strainer basket, they will be easily found in the spring. For sand or DE filters, backwash your filter. Blow out the lines. If you donât have a testing kit, you can get one at any pool supply store. Start adding the winterizing kit. Do not put the plugs back on the equipment. Brush pool. Thatâs it! Tip: Don’t add algaecide and chlorine shock at the same time, as chlorine can break down the algaecide and prevent it from working properly. After draining the pump, turn it on for a brief second to get the water out of the veins of the impeller. The proper levels for winter will vary depending on the manufacturer’s guide in the winterizing chemical kit you use, but, generally, your levels should be: As your chemicals adjust, use a biodegradable pool cleaner to scrub the waterline and remove buildup that could stain your liner. Many pool owners have questions about how to manage their pools in the off season. Clearview - Winter Pool Closing Kit for 35,000 Gallon Pool. Using the screws included in the winterizing kit (long screws) could cause serious damages to your skimmer that would not be covered under warranty. These float around the pool and attract oils and greasy gunk floating on the waterâs surface. Robelle Winter Kits and Chemicals reduce costly spring clean-ups. Blow out the water from your plumbing lines. If you've got an idea for an article, feel free to send an email to. You should make sure that you check the pH, chlorine levels, and any other chemicals that you might need to be concerned about. The filter should have a plug at the bottom that will allow it to drain. This not only seals your pool, but prevents the cover from flapping or coming off. If you use a winter cover, run winterizing cover wrap around your pool after the cover is secured. This makes it easier for you to reopen your Intex pool. If the fitting is female, use a threaded plug. Properly winterizing a pool can save you time and stress so you donât have to worry during the cold months and can enjoy a clean, well preserved pool when it starts getting warmer again. © 2020 PoolSupplyWorld®. This Endless Pool is installed in Marietta, Georgia, where snowfall averages about one inch a year. Add winter chemicals to the pool. Arctic Armor - Pool Winterizing Kit up to 15,000 Gallons. How Often Should You Clean Your Swimming Pool Filter? The Winter Sorb is an oil absorbing sponge that is included with our winter kits. Replace the eyeball with a rubber plug (usually #9 or #10). It safely floats below your winter pool cover and keeps the chemical level at a good level for up to six months. There are two bags of dry powder and a bottle in the kit. Pull the eyeball out of your return jet(s) by unthreading the ring and eyeball. Woody McDowell is a pool service professional. You can do this using a shop vac. Of course, some people use their outdoor Endless Pools all year round, even in Canada!. Demineralizer, 3 Lbs. You also need to check the water hardness and adjust it if necessary so that it is between 175 and 225. Is a winterizing kit necessary? Liners are porous, and require a good, hard scouring to remove particles that could promote staining and/or algae growth. It is a good idea to take the pressure gauge inside for the winter because water collects in its tube which can freeze and cause breakage. If your tarp or cover is air tight, it could promote build-up of condensation, which may result in algae and/or freeze damage. Clean the filter, pump, and skimmer- Remove any debris and clean the skimmer basket. If you have a small above ground pool, use half a quart. This device is a hollow tube that will collapse if water should get into the skimmer and freeze. If you have a traditional solar cover, we recommend using Natural Chemistry Cover Free to remove any residual chemicals or organic buildup before letting it air dry and storing it for the winter. Drain the Filter. Our downright awesome team of knowledgable people are committed to giving you all the latest pool and spa trends, information, and much more. $49.99 View Item Clearview - Winter Pool Closing Kit for 15,000 Gallon Pool. Drain the pump. There may be two plugs to remove here. We recommend using the patented Aqua Genie Winter Cover to winterize your Aqua Genie skimmer. Some pool owner’s may opt to lower their pool water by setting the pool filter multi-port valve to waste and backwashing the water. To avoid this, lower the water below the mouth of your skimmer(s). Winter Cover, Water Test Kit, Winterizing Chemical Kit, Biodegradable Chemical Kit, Filter Cleaner, Pool Cover Cleaner, Cover Pump, Pool Plugs, Water Bags, Cover Seal, Winterizing Blower, Air Pillow. If you have an inground pool, put the whole quart in. Itâs a good idea to have this on hand. $39.99 View Item Subscribe Unsubscribe . This will keep debris from falling into the pool as well as keep pool water clean. Many manufacturers supply ready-made, winterizing kits that contain the chemicals ⦠If you have a light built into your return jet, when you pull out the eyeball, take the light out as well. This will help in supporting your cover and also help keep the liner from floating on the water's surface.Â, Use a Gizzmo to seal the line. $12.99 View Item Clearview - Winter Pool Closing Kit for 35,000 Gallon Pool. 3.6 out of 5 Customer Rating. Be sure to put Teflon tape on the threads of the Gizzmo to make a seal and to ease removal in the spring. Our Standard winterizing kits come in 3 sizes, 7,500 gallons, 15,000 gals and 35,000 gals, chock full of the following winter pool chemicals to keep your pool fresh all winter long: Winterizer â Strong and long lasting winter algaecide. It is convenient, easy to use and won't over-stabilize your pool. Winterize your pump, filter and heater by following manufacturer instructions to make sure all water is out of the lines. Properly preparing your above ground pool for the winter months ensures that you’ll have clean, healthy water and functioning equipment when you open it in the spring. Be sure to open ⦠Step #7: Install an air pillow and winter pool cover. This will allow you to make the best decisions regarding what chemicals you need to add for winterizing purposes. If you own an in-ground swimming pool and live in a climate where freezing temperatures are normal, you'll need to winterize your pool to protect it during cold-weather months. - Add Chlorine Free Winter Pool Shock. Tip: If you use weights that are too heavy, such as concrete blocks, it may result in damage to your winter cover or your pool. pH should be between 7.2 - ⦠Put the multiport valve in the closed or "winterize" position and remove the pressure gauge. 4. It's best to follow the instructions on the winterizing kit, that's why ⦠Robotic Pool Cleaner Comparison: Our Top 20, Calcium Hardness: follow winter kit instructions. One of the key differences between winterizing an above ground pool and an in-ground pool is the use of an air pillow. An air pillow will absorb the pressure of freezing water, and though it will not keep rain or snow off your cover, having the air pillow in the center of the pool should evenly distribute the weight of water, thus creating less stress on your pool cover. Next, check the alkalinity and ensure that it ⦠If equipment should get water in it, the plugs will prevent proper drainage. If you have a chlorinator, run down the chlorine, and drain the water, per manufacturer instructions. When snow does fall, this compact Endless Pool is partially in-ground for natural insulation (as well as ease of access). Adjust the Total Alkalinity level. Clean your pool. Before you shut down your pool for the season, youâll want to make sure that ⦠Winter Stain Away â Prevents metal particles in your water from staining your pool over the winter. Pool Winterizing Kits And Chemicals. Five Chlorine Alternatives for Pool Owners. Test the pool for pH and Total Alkalinity. With your pool now chemically balanced and clean, your equipment and accessories properly disconnected and stored and the air pillow in place, it is time to cover your pool with either a winter pool cover or safety cover. The filter should have a plug at the bottom that will allow it to drain. This not only seals your pool, but prevents the cover from flapping or coming off. Treat the pool with winter pool closing test kit or balance the water yourself to prevent corrosion or heavy calcium buildup during closure. Who wouldn’t want a machine-powered robot to take care... PoolSupplyWorld occasionally accepts guest posts from pool owners and fellow pool professionals. Last but not least, remember to cover the entire pool. 2 to secure your face plate. Closing down an in-ground swimming pool involves a few simple steps covered below: Clean the pool. Tip:Only inflate the air pillow to ¾ full because if inflated all the way, the pressure from a freezing pool may pop it! Tip: Should you choose to cover your equipment, don’t make it air tight; pool equipment needs to breathe! Each kit treats pools up to 20,000 gallons, both in-ground and above ground. Adjust to normal levels using pH PLUS or MINUS and ALKALINITY PLUS. - Poke holes in Winter Pool Floater, place in the pool. - Place the Winter Sorb in pool, to soak up and digest oils. Be sure to open the air relief valve on top if you have one. Pool Closing Chemicals; Accurate Pool Test Kit; Steps for Closing a Swimming Pool for Winter. Each kit includes 2 Lbs. Put on the pool safety cover. It is usually impractical to put a plug in the main drain if you have one, but its extreme depth will normally protect it from freezing. When you close your pool for the winter, youâll want to check and adjust the pH, which should be between 7.2 and 7.6. When water freezes, it expands. Another option for vinyl-liner pools is to put an Aquador over the mouth of the skimmer. You should have let the chemicals (chlorine/bromine tablets) run out of your feeder so that no chemicals are left in it. Drain your pool using a siphon pool pump or sump pump per your pool’s manufacturer instructions (which usually means down to 2” below your return jet). Before adding Pool Shock to your pool, fill a bucket about 3/4 of the way full with water and stir it in. If you have a large above ground (18 x 33 oval, 27 round, 30 round etcâ¦) use the whole quart. Do not use a floater that contains a strong oxidizer (chlorine or bromine) because the floater may stick against the pool wall and stain or bleach it. One week prior to closing your pool, test the levels of pH, alkalinity and calcium hardness using a water chemistry test kit. 5 out of 5 Customer Rating. Some fittings will allow for a threaded plug, which is best. Deluxe Winter Kits. The PoolStyle 2-Step and 3-Step Winterizing System are easy to use and will help provide clean, clear water, and easier, quicker reopening next Spring. If you are using any liquid winterizing chemicals, pour them in the pool as well. ), and properly clean, dry and store them for winter. This provides time-release chemicals all winter long. Clean out the build-up in the filter tank, as advised in the filter manual. The water inside will freeze and act as a weight. Welcoming winter, it has to be covered, or winterized. As the water is purged from each line, you will need to put a plug in the lines at the pool end. Easy to use, concentrated chemicals for winter pool closing. Give us a call at 800.772.0467 if you have any questions, or if you need any recommendations on products to properly WINTERIZE your above ground pool! Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for the kit. hth® pool care kit for opening & closing is an effective, multi-purpose product that sanitizes, clarifies, helps prevents algae and shock treats your pool. You will need threaded winterizing plugs for all pool returns. - Add Winterizer pool closing algaecide to pool. Package Contents: Winterizing Powder to provides buffering for the pH during the winter ⦠Both are good choices, pool experts say; it's all a matter of personal preference. All rights reserved. You can use a pool air pillow to keep water and debris off to the side of the pool. A mixture of winter chlorine, winter alkalizer, and winter powder will ensure that your pool stays clean over the winter and is ready for use in the late spring when the warmer weather arrives. Winterize is a term used to describe preparation made on the house, automobile, or swimming pool for winter use. Prevents âbath tub ringâ on plaster pools by absorbing the surface scum, pollen, dust and pollutants. With easy to follow steps you will have a stress free time winterizing your pool. Give your pool one last vacuum for the season, with both your automatic cleaner or hand vacuum, and no matter what, always use a pool brush to scrub down your vinyl liner. Adjust the Total Alkalinity to the proper level. Step 4. When removing the winterizing plate to open your pool next season, make sure to use the screws saved in step No. Sodium bromide and 2.5 Lbs non-chlorine shock. 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