Above-Ground Spring Opening Guide

1. Drain all water off the pool cover.  Do not try to remove cover with water on it!  Removing water can be done easily by purchasing a Little Giant Pool Cover Pump or by siphoning.
2. Remove cover in the following manner:
   a.  Disconnect cable and turnbuckle.
   b.  With two people, work around the pool (each person going in opposite directions) disconnecting cable and folding cover back toward the opposite end of pool.
   c.  Pull cover up and remove it to an area where it can be spread out and cleaned with cover cleaner.
3. Connect filter.
   a.  NOTE:  Consult filter guide for proper installation.
   b.  NOTE:  Sand from sand filters should be changed every two years.
4. Attach the hose from the front of the pump to the skimmer.  Attach the hose from the top of the filter to the return or light fittings.
5. Tighten bolts around black pump housing, for older Power Flo pumps ONLY, or add Teflon tape to drain plug and install.
6. If Aquador plate is present on skimmer, remove cover.
7. Raise water level to midway into the skimmer.
8. Place skimmer basket in skimmer.
9. Prime the pump by filling it with water.
   a.  If equipped, open valves on top of filter and on front of pump.
10. Loosen air vent cap until all air has escaped. Re-tighten.
11. If your filter operates on D.E., start up the system and add Diatomaceous Earth (consult filter guide for proper amount).
12. Check filter for any leaks.
13. Double shock pool with proper amount of Granular Chlorine and add a Crystal Start Up Kit.
14. Add correct number of chlorine tablets to skimmer or chlorinator.
15. Install new Nature2 cartridge if required.
16. Fold and store cover in a cool, dry area, away from any location that ants or field mice could get to.
17. Five to Seven days after opening your pool, bring a sample of water to Crystal to determine proper water chemistry.
18. Have a Safe and Hot Season!

NOTE:  If you would like Crystal to open your in-ground or above-ground pool, remember to have all water siphoned or pumped off the pool cover and the pool water filled to normal operating level.  Also, if you are not going to be home when the service crew arrives, please have an outside water supply ready and breakers are on to the pool area and accessories available.  If this is not done, Crystal Pools, Inc. will not be able to open your pool and you will be charged for a service call.  To schedule Crystal for your pool opening, please call, 717-534-1837 only, Monday through Friday, 8-4:30, and ask for our pool service department. Crystal has opening, winterizing, and weekly cleanings available.  Call early for a date.