How to open the pool

Materials

1. Clear off the Cover

   • Use a cover pump or siphon to drain the water that is on top of the cover.
     

2. Remove the Cover

   • If the cover is secured by a wire, untie it.

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   • Drag the cover off of the pool and onto the floor. Don't worry about some dirty water going into the pool; the chlorine shock should take care of it.
   • Take a broom and hose and clean off the cover as best as you can and leave to dry.

   If you have trouble getting the cover off, tuck a hose up under the cover and add some water to the pool; a higher water level can be helpful.

3. Connect the Mechanicals

   • Connect the pump inlet hose to your skimmer and the filter outlet hose to your pool return fitting.
   • Use hose clamps at all connections and make sure everything is snug.

   Do not run the mechanicals.

   You should not run the mechanicals of a pool if there’s no water in it.

4. Fill the Pool

   • Add water to the pool until it is slightly above halfway
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