PROTECTION & SAFETY
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2021/07 - Version: C - Code : 34681
that clips on to the edges at either side of the slats and the first slat of the cover apron to cover the gaps between
the pool wall and slats.
Do not use a watertight protective cover that could come into contact with the slat cover apron and instigate the
migration of various PVC components used to manufacture the slats.
If there is a risk of freezing, a row of winterizing floats should be placed on the surface of the water in the cover
pit (if it is equipped with one) and across the opposite width of the pool.
The cover is rolled out over the surface of the pool and stopped before it reaches the row of winterizing floats.
In the event that the pool water freezes, under no circumstances should any stress loading be placed on the
cover apron, nor should any effort be made to operate the cover, at the risk of breaking the slats and causing
serious damage to the cover’s mechanical components.
Similarly, never leave the cover rolled up around its axle for the entire winterizing period, this could lead to
permanent deformation of the axle. The cover should be rolled up around its axle during periods of snow.
We also highly recommend that you entrust the winterizing of your pool and your automatic cover to a qualified
professional, trained in the use of our products.
However, should you decide to winterize your automatic cover your-self, abide by the following
recommendations.
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Do not lower the water level in the pool. Rain water will be channelled away through the over-flow.
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Clean the cover using a high pressure jet of water. Repeat this operation when the pool and the
automatic cover are put back into operation.
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Vacuum the cover pit or extensions, before winterizing the filtration system.
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Place a row of winterizing floats on the surface of the cover pit or extension, parallel to the pool width,
and along the opposite width. The cover is rolled out over the surface of the pool and stopped before it
reaches the row of winterizing floats. Protect the skimmers with gizmos.
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Install either a winter cover that is permeable to rain water or WinterClean profiles.
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Protect the wooden duckboarding from the elements with a suitable treatment: Lazure, varnish, paint,
linseed oil, etc.
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Disengage the reduction motor and the cleaning system booster pump (if the pool is equipped with a
cleaning system) and store them in a dry location. Use this opportunity to have the motor serviced. Cut
the power supply to the electrical panel.
NOTA BENE:
The motor should only be removed after the cover is deployed over the pool.
9.
Specific precautions
9.1.
Beam and duckboarding
The cover beam and PVC or wooden duckboarding must always be left free of any obstruction, to allow quick
and easy access to the cover pit or extension.
The maximum load permitted on duckboarding resting on a beam is 80 Kg/m².
Use of the beam and/ or duckboarding as a diving board or path to enter or exit the pool, or placing of a load
heavier than 80 Kg/m² on the beam/ duckboarding assembly, is therefore strictly prohibited.
9.2.
Cover apron
The slats comprising the cover apron, irrespective of their colour, must always remain in contact with the pool
water in order to sink the heat generated by the slat apron when exposed to sunlight.
Failing this, the cover can overheat, which could lead to the instant and irreversible deformation of the cover
slats.
The filtration system of pools fitted with covers equipped with translucent slats, must be left running during times
of maximum sun intensity.
In the event that the pool is drained, every precaution must be taken to protect the slats from the sun and/or
excessive heat.
