DIRT - Keep the cover clean by hosing off dirt at least once a month. When dirt does accumulate, wash cover with mild soap and water.

VINYL - All vinyl's contain plasticizers. These plasticizers migrate out and escape through time. Their loss results in the cover drying out, turning brittle, cracking, flaking and general deterioration. Continued application of saddle soap retard this action. DO NOT USE VINYL CONDITIONER, as these products have been known to cause faster than normal fading in this vinyl. We do recommend the use of 303 Aerospace Protectant.

THREAD - Thread and sewing holes represent the only potential weakness in the cover. Expanded vinyl, unlike a cross-linked reinforced vinyl, is a soft, leather-like material which the thread could cut through if roughly handled. 'This is especially true when the vinyl has been exposed to the HOT sun. To avoid damage, lift the cover off and move about gently so as not to strain the thread against the soft expanded vinyl. Sudden jerking motions, or pulling one half against the other could rip the cover at the thread holes. Use common sense and caution.

WATER ABSORPTION - Styrofoam is a open cell material, which means it has dead air pockets. The air in these pockets is were the insulation comes from.

Because of this, the foam inserts are wrapped and sealed -in a 4 mil plastic. This prevents the steam (coming off the water) from penetrating the inside of the foam. The problem with this is the plastic is subject to the same steam which is mixed with chemical or ozone( for those who purify the water with ozone).

This breaks down the plastic causing it to become ineffective. It has been our conclusion that the plastic is good for about two years, Therefore we suggest the owner of the cover, have the foam inserts rewrapped every two years;

If you are able to return the cover to SCC we will remove the old plastic and rewrap the inserts for approximately 20.00 each side. By following this preventive maintenance, your foam inserts should stay light for the life of the cover.

RAW - All water must be kept from accumulating or puddling on the cover. With our slope cover, this should not be a problem. In the case that water is standing on our slope cover, this may be an indication your tub is not level or the insert may be cracked. Any puddling may create a weight load factor which, in time, could progressively warp, bow or break the foam. Aluminum "C" channels are integrated into each half to assist in resisting this occurrence.

SUN -The sun's ultra-violet rays and excessive heat are the worst enemies of all materials. Spa covers are no exception. Vinyl, thread, etc., are just as susceptible as curtains, carpets, paint, etc.; lack of attention and general care will speed up decay process. The vinyl is a Marine grade vinyl with built in UV protection. Treat the vinyl and thread with saddle soap as this will not harm the protective coating of the vinyl. The use of 303 Aerospace Protectant, puts a spf40 Sunscreen on the vinyl added years to its life

COLD -Oar best cover (one with the T Bar support is designed to hold a certain amount of dead weight load. Snow will not affect its performance as a thermal cover but the added weight for a prolonged period of time is not good for it, Remove the excess snow load as soon as possible. Common sense will determine the applicability of the cover to any excessive condition.

RIPS, PUNCTURES OR ABRASIONS - While the best and strongest materials are used, they are not designed to be tear, rip, or abuse proof.

Dragging the cover on the deck, weather it be concrete or wood is not advisable, and will be considered abuse. Lift the cover by the handles only not the flaps, as the skirt flap is not designed to withstand that kind of weight