Regular auto cover maintenance is recommended for optimal auto cover performance. Maintaining your auto cover will ensure that the auto cover system runs efficiently and is reliable. Dirt and debris can build up in the auto cover tracks or in the auto cover housing causing uneven opening and closing. Keeping your system clean is necessary to prolong the life of the auto cover and it’s vital parts such as ropes and sliders. Pulleys, sliders, and ropes will need to be inspected and possibly replaced every two years. Inspecting and replacing worn parts will prevent future problems. Auto cover maintenance should be done annually, typically in the spring when opening the swimming pool.