Active or passive winter
In most of Greece we suggest an 'active' winter: the filter runs a few hours a day and disinfection stays low. In mountain areas or houses that close up, we prefer a 'passive' close with winterising chemicals and drained pipes.
Steps for closing
- Clean floor and walls.
- Adjust pH and shock with chlorine.
- Lower the level just below the skimmers if frost is likely.
- Fit the winter cover.
- Set the timer to a few hours, or drain the pipes for a passive close.
Opening in spring
Remove the cover, top up, backwash, set pH and chlorine and increase the running hours. If the pool was covered, the water is ready in a few days. Without a cover, expect more cleaning.
