Modular step cover system for a swimming pool cover

Abstract

A pool cover system for covering in-ground pools that have a step area which comprises a standard pool cover and a modular step cover system that are integrally attached. The modular step cover system includes a step area section which covers the step area of the pool and a flap section which extends below the pool cover and submerges into the pool. Where the step area section attaches to the flap section, there is an insert member for attaching the pool cover to the modular step cover system. Straps on the pool cover located in the area of the step cover system include strap extensions which are inserted into and through openings in the insert member of the step cover system. The straps extensions and straps of the pool cover are anchored to a deck area of the pool. A plurality of clips is used to secure the pool cover to the modular step cover system. The pool cover system meets safety standards and allows for full coverage and protection of the pool, while minimizing the need to extend the cover beyond the dimensions of the pool.

1 . A pool cover system for covering an in-ground pool with a step area having a pool cover and a modular step cover system, the modular step cover system comprising: 
 a step area section for covering the step area of the pool;    a flap section which extends below the pool cover; and    an insert member for attaching the pool cover to the modular step cover system, the step area section and the flap section attaching via the insert member.    
   
   
       2 . The pool cover system of  claim 1 , wherein the insert member includes openings for attaching the pool cover to the modular step cover system.  
   
   
       3 . The pool cover system of  claim 1 , wherein the pool cover includes strap extensions for insertion through the insert member.  
   
   
       4 . The pool cover system of  claim 3 , wherein the step area section includes a securing member for insertion of the strap extensions after being inserted through the insert member.  
   
   
       5 . The pool cover system of  claim 1 , wherein the pool cover and the step area section include straps for securing to a pool deck area.  
   
   
       6 . The pool cover system of  claim 1 , further including a plurality of clips for securely holding the modular step area system and the pool cover together.  
   
   
       7 . A modular step cover system, comprising: 
 a step area section;    a flap section; and    an insert member, the step area section and the flap section attaching via the insert member.    
   
   
       8 . The modular step cover system of  claim 7 , wherein the step area section includes a securing member comprising openings having sealing members situated at spaced position.  
   
   
       9 . The modular step cover system of  claim 7 , wherein the insert member includes openings having sealing members situated at spaced positions.  
   
   
       10 . The modular step cover system of  claim 7 , wherein the step area section is attached to a pool cover via the insert member.  
   
   
       11 . The modular step cover system of  claim 7 , wherein the flap section includes nosing pads.  
   
   
       12 . A pool cover system for covering an in-ground pool having a step area, comprising: 
 a pool cover for covering the pool;    a step area section for covering the step area of the pool; and    an insert member for integrally attaching the pool cover to the step area section.    
   
   
       13 . The pool cover system of  claim 12 , wherein the pool cover and the step area section include straps for securing to a pool deck area.  
   
   
       14 . The pool cover system of  claim 12 , wherein the pool cover further includes strap extensions for insertion through the insert member.  
   
   
       15 . The pool cover system of  claim 12 , wherein the insert member includes openings for attaching the pool cover to the step area section.  
   
   
       16 . The pool cover system of  claim 15 , wherein the step area section includes a securing member for insertion of the strap extensions after being inserted through the insert member.  
   
   
       17 . The pool cover system of  claim 16 , further including openings in the securing member for attaching the pool cover to a deck area.  
   
   
       18 . The pool cover system of  claim 12 , further including a plurality of clips for securely holding the step area section and the pool cover together.