I have a related question, about exposing the solar cover itself to the higher chlorine levels during SLAM... Would it be advisable to flip the cover over during some of the time you use it during SLAM, in order to kill the stuff that might be growing on the top surface? I notice that parts of the top of our cover get sort of grungy (areas that stay damp during the time the cover is off the pool), and I've wondered if that might help reintroduce unwanted organisms (e.g. algae) into the pool.
For people with big solar covers, and mechanical assistance in rolling them, I see that wouldn't be a viable option. However, for a smaller pool, flipping the cover is simple enough -- is it a good idea?