I haven't drained as of yet. Have a terrible bout of Tendinitis in my hands that flared while in the pool about a week n half ago and still am unable to do what needs to be done to clean while draining and after. Which works out well since my son is at his dads for the holiday wknd and I got to enjoy the pool with a few of my friends for a change.

Looks like we are going to have some high 80's this wk and then down hill from there. So I will enjoy the water (just got out) until I can physically drain, clean, dry and dismantle. I am finally able to bend my thumbs without to much resistance or pain. Taking over a week off from the computer I'm sure helped tremendously! So glad I got that solar cover and didn't wait until next season!