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Tips For WinterizingMost pools can circulate during the winter months without having to be shut down. Here are some helpful hints to insure proper care for your pool. Remember freeze damage is not under warranty. Make sure that the freeze protection thermostat is set to 35 degrees.
To insure proper circulation all pipes must have water going through them. Fountains may be turned down to prevent ice from forming on the walls of the pool. Tips for winterizing There is a drain plug on the bottom of your backwash line plumbing. Remove the plug to drain any water. If you have a backwash hose, disconnect it from the pipe to allow water to drain. Maintain proper water level in the pool at all times. If the water surface freezes, water will not be able to travel under the ice into the skimmer. This will cause motor to lose prime, run dry and possibly cause damage to entire equipment system. Keep all skimmer baskets and pump basket clean for good circulation. Throw wood boards or logs into the pool water. If the surface water freezes, the ice will expand against the wood and not the tile or structure. Tips for winterizing Keep your pool timer set to circulate your pool. During winter hours circulate at night since the freeze protector will turn it on at that time anyway. If you have a chlorine dispenser, open it all the way to allow maximum circulation in the dispenser. This will prevent it from freezing. Although costly, turning your heater on will also help prevent freeze damage. This is not recommended since we are not sure when the freezing weather will terminate. Pressure gauges on pool equipment will occasionally get stuck in freezing weather. When the weather warms up they should operate normally. Building a screen or fence around your equipment will help keep the wind chill down, which will prevent the pump from running more than necessary. Tips for winterizing Installing a flood lamp to
shine on the equipment is also helpful. The flood lamp will provide so If you feel you should completely winterize your pool, contact Genesis Pools Tips for Winterizing Looking for a swimming pool construction company to help you build your dream pool? Look to top Austin Tx swimming pools builder Genesis Pool as your solution. Meet with one of the best designers to select your options. Their experience will not only translate into a better pool with creativity to match your desires but, their experience will also translate into being able to better meet your budget. Choosing an experienced company saves you money because they are able to avoid the costly mistakes that less experienced pool builders often make. Austin Tx Swimming Pools
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