Pool Cover Water

[Waterdog]

My above ground pool cover has a large ammount of water on it from over the winter. I tried to pump it out with an electric pump but the water level on the whole pool just keeps on dropping. This is a new cover but looks as though there could be a leak although I can't see any. Should I try to refill the pool through strainer to raise cover, or just keep a pumpin?

[Larry]

Sounds like the cover has a leak. Pumping further will only empty the pool even more.

I would fill the pool and remove the cover ASAP. Inspect the cover for damage and have it repaired before using it again.

[Waterdog]

Thanks for your help! I'll start to fill it today.