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OVAL

POOL

ASSEMBLY

INSTRUCTIONS

Part# 420364-14

313 REGINA AVENUE, RAHWAY, NEW JERSEY 07065-4891

Phone: (732) 574-1500 • Fax: (732) 574-1551 • www.swimnplay.com • E-mail: info@swimnplay.com

DANGER

DO NOT DIVE OR JUMP

into your pool. Your pool is

approximately 4' deep. It is

not designed for diving

or jumping. If you dive or jump

into your pool you run the risk

of permanent injury or death.

Alert all visitors

and family of

this and point

out all warning

labels supplied.

ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED

GENERAL

Installation of this above ground pool is not extremely hard

or confusing, but it is a big job. The secret to installing a

pool so that it will give you years of pleasure is to take the

time to follow instructions and do things right the first time.

Your pool warranty is void if these instructions are not

followed 100%. Read all instructions including accessories

such as filters, pumps, skimmers, decks, etc. prior to

starting. Before you start, check to see that you have the

correct number of parts. Use your parts list which is broken

down by carton. The manufacturer reserves the right to

revise, change, or modify construction of its pools.

NOTE: If a power drill is used during installation,

it should be a variable speed drill used on low

setting. Torque should not exceed 39 inch pounds.

FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN SCREWS STRIPPING OUT.

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CONTRACT INSTALLATIONS

The manufacturer is in no way affiliated with any professional pool installer. Therefore the manufacturer can assume no

responsibility for errors in installation by the home owner or said professional installer. If you have your POOL installed

by others, please supervise them to be sure they comply with the proper installation techniques shown. Their past expe-

rience or short cuts may not cover the latest improvements in our POOLS. Do not allow any short cuts of any nature.

LOCAL CODES

• Local building code may require obtaining a building permit and or an electrical permit. The installer shall follow the

regulations on set backs, barriers, devices and other conditions.

• Any after market or home built deck should be built to the local building code requirements, including load capacity and

fencing requirements.

• All electrical outlet connections should be a minimum of 5 feet from the outside perimeter of the wall of the pool. From

5-10 feet there should be either a fixed connection (outlet box) or twist lock connection with a GFCI. Connect power

cords to a 3-wire grounding-type outlet only.

• Severe electrical shock could result if you install your pump or filter on a deck. They could fall into the water, causing

severe shock or electrocution. Do not install on a deck or other surface at, above or slightly below the top ledge of the pool.

BARRIER REQUIREMENTS

• If the distance from the top of the assembled pool is less than 48" vertically from the surrounding grade, a fence or

barrier is needed to surround the pool with a minimum height of 48".

• A barrier is necessary to provide protection against potential drowning and near drowning and is not a substitute for

constant supervision of children. A barrier is a fence, wall, or a combination thereof which completely surrounds the

swimming pool and obstructs access to the swimming pool. Barriers must comply with local and national building codes

and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.

• These are minimum fencing and barrier requirements. Check your local building codes for other requirements they

may request. Optional fencing kits are available, Please contact your local dealer.

• If pool covers are used for safety barriers they should comply with ASTM F 1346 "Standard Performance Specification

for Safety Covers and Labeling Requirements for All Covers for Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs."

SPECIAL CARE

Even though this manufacturer's pools are designed to meet or exceed industry recommended safety factors, special

attention must be paid to some installation procedures that the installer performs and controls.

••

Levelness Spend the time to assure that the entire pool framework is level within 1". Unlevel pools place

extreme pressures on the pool walls.

••

Wall seam This area is where the wall joins together. Damage to any part of this area reduces the safety factors

and can result in a weak pool. Use extreme care following instructions.

••

Earth mound This keeps the liner from creeping out from under the pool wall. Follow instructions to the letter

– don't short-cut or substitute materials. Improperly installed pools can rupture, allowing thousands

of gallons of water to rush out causing extensive property damage and injury to anyone in its path.

• This manufacturers pools are not designed to be buried. Outside ground forces can collapse pool wall. Certain

conditions may exist, like the levelness of the pool area that require the pool to be recessed. You must maintain a

finished pool height of 36” above ground level. If your pool is 48” deep, you may recess the pool by 12” (48”-36”=12”).

Consult your local pool professional and building codes as to the use of earth retaining walls to recess your pool deeper

than this recommended amount. Make sure that the pool remains full of water for at least 7 days before backfilling the

pool recess. Place a layer of plastic film against the pool before backfilling to protect the pool from corrosion agents that

may be found in the backfill materials.

• The pool owner has the sole responsibility for providing adequate lighting for the pool area.

• All users must be able to see the shallow depth of the pool, and safety signs at all times.

• You must install a pool ladder(s) and/or steps for entry and exit from the pool.

• The use of artificial pool lighting is at the discretion of the pool owner.

• All electrical components shall be installed in accordance with Article 680 of the National Electrical code 1999 (NEC®)

“Swimming Pools, Fountains and Similar Installations” or its latest approved edition.

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SOME FRIENDS

TO HELP OUT

Hammer

Knife

Tape

Rake

4” Nail

Pliers

Cloth Tape

Center

Stake

2 x 4

Sifted Earth

or Pre

Washed

Sand

Broom

Patio Blocks

Carpenters

Level

Shovel

Screwdriver

Hoe

INTRODUCTION

The installation of an average size pool (12' - 30' diameter) will usually require three

people to help set it up. Listed is an assortment of tools and materials which you will

need for preparing the ground, checking the levelness, and setting up the pool.

SELECTING POOL LOCATION

The selection and preparation of the pool site is your responsibility. The manufacturer

can only suggest the proper techniques, indicate the important considerations and

emphasize the precautions, and cannot be held responsible for damages to your pool

that may result from failure to carefully follow all pool site specifications.

1. The surface on which your pool will stand must be ABSOLUTELY LEVEL AND

SOLID. This condition should extend one (1) foot beyond the actual pool area all

around. The best surface is bare solid earth free from stones, roots, and other

sharp objects.

2. Allow plenty of play area around the pool. Fit the location into your

landscaping plans.

3. The pool site must be accessible to electrical and water supply and should allow

for disposal of great quantities of water when pool is drained.

4. When installing your pool on a SOLID LEVEL SURFACE, it is imperative that you

protect your pool and liner from chemicals and other foreign

matter contained in the surface. Protect your pool and liner by inserting between

them and the surface any material that is not made from a tar derivative or con-

tains sharp twigs, etc. We suggest the use of a plastic ground shield to be used

between the surface and the pool liner (See

step 2). Do not install your pool on peat moss, tar paper, gravel or

chemically treated soil not approved for pool use. Any or all of these

surfaces can ruin your pool and liner and will void your warranty.

5. Do not set up your pool under trees or under overhead wires.

6. DO NOT set up your pool near any existing structure such as your house garage,

etc., as this condition will induce diving or jumping into your pool which could

result in permanent injury or death.

7. Do not set up your pool on or near any septic system or underground utilities.

8. Choose your pool location convenient for:

a. Connecting electrical wires of your accessories (filter, heater, lights) to

your electrical outlets conforming to electrical codes.

b. Draining large amounts of water.

• During night time pool use, artificial lighting shall be used to illuminate all safety

signs, ladders, steps, deck surfaces and walks.

• The installer shall follow written instructions provided for operation of the circulation

system.

• Decks shell meet local codes and comply with ANSI/NSPI-8 1996 “Model Barrier

Code for Residential Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs” or the latest approved

edition.

• Underwater lights having front access shall be installed and removed only with use

of tools.

• The installer of the vinyl liner shall affix on the original or replacement liner, or on the

pool structure, all safety signs in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

The safety signs shall be placed above the water line.

All components such as the filtration system, pumps and heater shall be

positioned so as to prevent their being used as a means of access to the

pool by young children.

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INSTALLATION • ASSEMBLY STEPS

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING POOL ASSEMBLY

CONSTRUCTION CLOSE-UPS

Use the illustrations below as a guide for the assembly of your pool

Fig. B Fig. CFig. A

6”

DELMAR

ELAN • OMNI

LEXINGTON

POOLS

6”

PRINCETON

QUANTUM

ZENITH • ST. CROIX

POOLS

4” POOLS

OPTIONAL

5

INSTALLATION • ASSEMBLY STEPS

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING POOL ASSEMBLY

CONSTRUCTION CLOSE-UPS

Use the illustrations below as a guide for the assembly of your pool

Fig. D Fig. E Fig. F

7” POOLS

with Box Vertical

6” EXTRUDED

ALUMINUM POOLS

with Box Vertical

9” POOLS

6

INSTALLATION • ASSEMBLY STEPS

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING POOL ASSEMBLY

CONSTRUCTION CLOSE-UPS

Use the illustrations below as a guide for the assembly of your pool

Fig. G

7” POOLS

with Column

Vertical

Fig. H

7” POOLS

with Column Vertical

& Wrap Around Covers

Fig. I

9” POOLS

with

Wrap Around Covers

POOL SIZE DISTANCE: DISTANCE: DISTANCE: DISTANCE: DISTANCE: DISTANCE: DISTANCE:

A TO A A TO B B TO B B TO C A TO C C TO C X V W Z D to D

(Pool Length) (also Radius X) (across pool) Clearance Clearance Clearance

WIDTH Radius Length Width

16 x 10 16' 5' 6' 8' 9' 5¼" 16' 5' 6

" 17' 11' 17' 7'

18 x 12 18' 6' 6' 9' 10' 9¾" 18' 6' 6

" 19' 13' 19' 7'

24 x 12 24' 6' 12' 9' 10' 9¾" 18' 6' 6

" 25' 13' 19' 13'

24 x 15 24' 7' 6" 9' 10' 6" 12' 10¾" 21' 8' 25' 16' 22' 10'

30 x 15 30' 7' 6" 15' 10' 6" 12' 10¾" 21' 8' 31' 16' 22' 16'

33 x 18 33' 9' 15' 12' 15' 24' 9' 6

" 34' 19

'

25' 16'

39 x 18 39' 9' 21' 12' 15' 24' 9' 6

" 40' 19' 25' 22'

45 x 18 45' 9' 27' 12' 15' 24' 9' 6

" 46' 19' 25' 28'

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Your pool must be installed on a solid level surface. After the pool location is selected drive the two

end stakes "A" into the ground and mark the center line using string. Using the proper chart below

(for your pool size) measure in along the center line from the end of the pool and drive your center

stakes "B" into the ground.

Use a length of string tied to the center of each stake “B” and mark the area using a can of spray

paint or flour. Connect each radius area to make a complete oval layout of your pool.

PREPARING THE GROUND 1

ACTUAL POOL DIMENSIONS CLEARANCE SIZE

DD

DD

Using the “CLEARANCE SIZE” chart on page 6, determine the clearance size for your pool.

With the use of the leveling device shown and a shovel start leveling the ground, removing all grass

and sharp objects such as sticks and stones.

Level area to the lowest spot within the clearance radius. DO NOT FILL IN LOW SPOTS. Give

special attention to the outer part of the circle as this is where the bottom track and pool wall will

rest and must be absolutely level. Clearance radius = ½ pool width + 6".

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LEVELING THE GROUND 2

CARPENTER’S LEVEL

DO NOT FILL IN DIG AWAY HERE

CLEARANCE RADIUS

CLEARANCE RADIUS

LEVEL AREA

WARNING - LEVELING THE GROUND

THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF YOUR PREPARATION OF POOL SITE.

YOU MUST GIVE CAREFUL ATTENTION TO THIS PHASE.

REMEMBER — YOUR POOL MUST BE INSTALLED ON SOLID LEVEL SURFACE.

The assembled pool

must have a vertical

distance of 3' from the

top of the pool to the

adjoining grade and

the adjoining grade

must remain level for

a distance of 4' away

from the pool. Refer

to the drawing at right.

3 FT.

4 FT.

CENTER STAKE

NAIL

2”x 4”

PREVIOUS GRADE

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ASSEMBLING THE BOTTOM STRAPS 3

Unpack and assemble the bottom straps with the buttress bottom plates and brackets as shown

using all necessary hardware and tighten securely. Using the chart below determine the quantity

of strap assemblies for your pool. The screws joining the straps must be inserted from the top to

prevent the screw putting a hole in the liner once the pool is filled with water.

16' x 10' & 18' x 12' . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

24' x 12' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

24' x 15' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

30' x 15' & 33' x 18' . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

39' x 18' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

45' x 18' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

STRAP ASSEMBLY FOR OVAL POOLS

SIZES

16’ x 10’

18’ x 12’

24’ x 12’

Buttress

Bottom Plate 5/16” - 18 x 1/2”

Hex Head Screws

5/16” - 18 Hex Nuts

Buttress

Brace Bracket

5/16” Washers

Straps

SIZES

24’ x 15’

30’ x 15’

Buttress

Bottom Plate 5/16” - 18 x 1/2”

Hex Head Screws

5/16” - 18 Hex Nuts

Buttress

Brace Bracket

5/16” Washers

Straps

SIZES

33’ x 18’

39’ x 18’

45’ x 18’

Buttress

Bottom Plate

5/16” - 18 x 1/2”

Hex Head Screws

5/16” - 18 Hex Nuts

Buttress

Brace Bracket

5/16” Washers

Straps

5/16” - 18 x 1/2”

HEX HEAD BOLT 5/16” WASHER 5/16” - 18

HEX NUT

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BOTTOM RAIL AND STRAP LAYOUT 4

Follow the instructions below to properly layout the rail and strap assemblies.

QUANTITIES NEEDED:

POOL SIZE 16 x 10 18 x 12 24 x 12 24 x 15 30 x 15 33 x 18 39 x 18 45 x 18

STRAP ASSEMBLIES 335466810

SHORT RAILS 4 4 8 6 10 10 14 18

LONG RAILS 10 10 10 10 10 12 12 12

BOTTOM PLATES 88888101010

EXAMPLE OF BASIC LAYOUT

Patio Block Bottom Plate

Strap Assembly

Short

Bottom Rail

Long

Bottom Rail

Short

Bottom Rail

Ground Shield

(Optional) BOTTOM RAIL

BOTTOM PLATE

PATIO BLOCK 1/16”

PRE WASHED SAND OR

SIFTED EARTH RECOMMENDED

REQUIREMENT CHART

POOL SIZE TONS YARDS

16’ x 10’ 2.0 Tons 1.3 Cu.

18’ x 12’ 2.4 Tons 1.6 Cu.

24’ x 12’ 3.3 Tons 2.2 Cu.

24’ x 15’ 3.8 Tons 2.5 Cu.

30’ x 15’ 4.8 Tons 3.2 Cu.

33’ x 18’ 6.0 Tons 4.0 Cu.

39’ x 18’ 7.2 Tons 4.8 Cu.

45’ x 18’ 8.3 Tons 5.5 Cu.

Long

Bottom Rail

From Oval End of Pool

Mark out pool radius (1/2 pool width) using stakes "B"

as a reference. Form the two end semicircles by sliding

the long bottom rail groove up, into the bottom plates. Lay

out the strap assemblies as shown removing the stakes as

you go. The distance from strap to strap is 36". Install the

short bottom rail in between each strap as shown.

Bring the required amount of sifted earth or pre-washed

sand into the pool area at this time. Refer to chart above

for the required minimum amount. Place patio blocks

under all bottom plates and end of strap assemblies.

GROUND SHIELD AND

WALL GUARD ARE OPTIONAL

Spread a ground shield or plastic sheeting

over prepared ground (not included). Ground

Shield and Wall Guard are available from

your local pool supply dealer or polyethylene

sheeting can be purchased from a local hard-

ware supply. This will protect your pool liner

and metal parts against chemical reactions

from the ground soil.

Remove wall from carton.

NOTE: the UP arrow on wall.

Determine starting point as the

filter inlet and outlet holes are at

the beginning of the wall. Starting

at the center of a bottom plate

insert the bottom edge of wall

into the groove on the bottom

rail. Make sure that the cutouts for

filter inlet and outlet are on the top

portion of the wall and will not be hidden behind a

vertical. If the wall ends do not meet, adjust the bottom

rails in or out of the bottom plates. The spacing in all bottom plates should be equal. Make sure that

the starting position of the wall and skimmer inlet and outlet holes are on the same end of the pool.

INSERT WALL INTO BOTTOM RAILS 5

SKIMMER INLET

4’ x 4’ Plywood

Insert the 1/4" - 20x3/4" truss head

screws from inside the pool through the

preattached inside closure bar, through

inside and outside wall ends, and through

outside closure bar.

The 1/4" serrated flange nuts are secured to the screws

on the outside of the wall.

All the holes must match and be secured together with the screws and nuts provided.

Tighten each screw and nut to 85 inch pounds of torque. If no torque wrench is available,

tighten each nut until snug. Then tighten each nut one (1/2) half additional turn. If nut appears to be lose

after tightening, please check if the screw is stripped or broken. It must be replaced.

Overtightening the nuts could cause the screws to fracture which could result in pool failure. Failure to

tighten the nuts sufficiently could also result in pool failure.

This is one of the most important structural assembly aspects you will perform. Be absolutely sure

you have one closure bar inside of pool (in between liner and pool wall) and one outside (exposed on

outer pool wall).

Manufacturer can not assume the responsibility of the performance of this product

if the instructions of closing the wall are not followed exactly.

CLOSING THE WALL 6

OUTSIDE

OF POOL

Pool Wall

4 CLOSURE

BARS

Pool Wall

1/4" x 20 x 3/4"

TRUSS HEAD

SCREW

INSIDE

OF POOL

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SKIMMER OUTLET

DANGER

YOU MUST ASSEMBLE THE POOL

WALL AS PER INSTRUCTIONS

USE ALL THE 1/4"-20x3/4" TRUSS HEAD

SCREWS AND 1/4"-20 SERRATED FLANGE

NUTS TO CLOSE POOL WALL

DO NOT LEAVE ANY OPEN HOLES

TIGHTEN EACH SCREW TO 85 INCH POUNDS.

1/4" x 20

SERRATED

FLANGE NUT

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PROTECT YOUR LINER 7

Once the wall is closed and

screws and nuts are tightened

securely, cover the screw heads

on the inside of the pool with a

cloth tape all the way from top to

bottom of wall. If the filter inlet and

outlet are not used, tape over the

prescored areas on the inside of

the pool wall.

Cloth tape or duct tape is

available through your local pool

dealer or hardware store.

VIEW FROM

INSIDE OF POOL

WALL

SEAM

SKIMMER

RETURN

FITTING

SKIMMER

INLET FITTING

CLOTH TAPE

OR DUCT TAPE

ASSEMBLE BUTTRESS 8

Pre-assemble a Cage Nut into the Buttress Top Plates (Note: Cage nuts not needed on all pools).

Refer to Step #14 for instructions. Assemble buttresses and buttress braces to the bottom strap

assemblies as illustrated using all necessary hardware. Tighten securely.

If fencing or decking is to be installed, refer to the deck and fence instructions before assembly.

If your pool is equipped with feature strips it is best to apply them to the buttresses at this time.

BUTTRESS

TOP PLATE

#12 x 1/2”

SHEET METAL

SCREWS #12 x 1/2”

SHEET METAL

SCREWS

5/16”-18 x 1/2”

HEX HEAD

BOLTS

5/16”-18 x 3”

HEX HEAD BOLT

5/16”-18

HEX NUT

5/16”-18

HEX NUTS

BUTTRESS

BRACE BRACKET

STRAP

BUTTRESS

BRACE BRACKET

BUTTRESS

POST

BUTTRESS

BRACE

BUTTRESS

BOTTOM PLATE

1/4”-20 x 2 3/4”

TRUSS HEAD

SCREWS

1/4”-20 x 2 3/4”

TRUSS HEAD

SCREWS

1/4”-20

HEX NUTS

1/4”-20

HEX NUTS

5/16” - 18 x 1/2”

HEX HEAD

BOLT

5/16” - 18 x 3”

HEX HEAD

BOLT

1/4” - 20 X 2 3/4”

TRUSS HEAD

SCREW

#12 X 1/2”

SHEET METAL

SCREW

5/16” - 18

HEX NUT 1/4” - 20

HEX NUT

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HOLD DOWN SHEET 10

The hold-down sheets are inserted lip down

into the bottom rail inside the pool

as shown.

Do not bend the

hold-down sheet out

of shape. The sides of

each sheet will overlap

the sides of the adjacent

sheets. They form a

continuous strip of

metal. The hold-down sheets

prevent the pool from lifting

under water pressure. THIS POINT

OVER CENTER

OF STRAP

HOLD DOWN

SHEET

HALF

SHEET

LEFT

HALF

SHEET

RIGHT

FULL SHEET

SAMPLE 18x12 HOLD DOWN SHEET LAYOUT

BOTTOM RAIL END VIEW

WALL

WALL

RECHECKING YOUR WORK 9

Measure from the last strap to the outer end of the pool. Measurements in both ends should be

equal. Also make sure that the sides of the pool between the straps are straight.

Confirm that the strap assemblies are "square" by measuring diagonally across from the first strap to

the last strap.

Make sure that the buttresses on each side of the pool are lined up in a straight row

Also, the measurements from the center of one strap to the center of the next one should be 36".

POOL WALL

VIEWED FROM

ABOVE

36” 36” 36”

36” 36” 36”

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THRU-THE-WALL SKIMMER 11

IMPORTANT!! BEFORE CONTINUING WITH THIS STEP

YOU MUST KNOW WHICH TYPE OF THROUGH THE WALL SKIMMER

YOU WILL BE USING WITH YOUR POOL

Your pool wall has cutouts to accomodate both standard size skimmers and deluxe wide mouth

skimmers. If you have a wide mouth skimmer, you will be required to remove the entire cutout as

shown in figure 1. To remove the section, you can use either tin snips or a hammer and knife as

shown in figure 3. If you have a standard size skimmer, only remove the inside section of the cutout,

and place duct tape around the remaining scored sections as shown in figure 2.

If the through wall filter inlet and outlet holes are to be used, remove metal cutouts by breaking

perforations using a knife and hammer as shown. Refer to skimmer manufacturer's instructions

for remainder of skimmer assembly. Make sure skimmer does not leak as this will corrode

the pool wall and cause a split in the wall that is not covered under the pool warranty.

It is recommended to coat the exposed metal on both sides with a clear lacquer or nail

polish to help resist rust and corrosion.

LARGE SKIMMER

CUT OUT ENTIRE AREA

SMALL SKIMMER

CUT INSIDE

AREA

ONLY

1

2

3

On inside of wall, tape over

holes and slots that will not be

used with duct tape or any

other cloth tape.

Wall guard is optional.

Tape wall guard (plastic sheeting) to pool wall 12" up from

ground and smooth out on ground 12" from wall. This will

protect your pools metal parts from chemical reactions with

the soil used in the earth mound.

Several commercial products can also be used in place of

earth mound. Consult your professional pool dealer.

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EARTH MOUND 12

Build earth mound on top of wall

guard using screened damp earth or

pre-washed sand.

Shape and compact earth mound to

run 8" up from ground and 8" away from

the wall.

Build a ½" mound on top of the bottom straps and hold

down sheets to protect your liner from metal edges of the strap.

Do not use any material that will compress under pressure

for the earth mound is an important part of the pool installation.

It prevents the wall from lifting up and from the liner sneaking

underneath the pool wall.

MANUFACTURER CAN NOT ASSUME THE RESPONSIBILITY

OF THE PERFORMANCE OF THIS PRODUCT IF THE EARTH

MOUND IS OMITTED OR NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED.

EARTH

MOUND

8”

8”

OPTIONAL

WALL

GUARD

12”

12”

DANGER

DO NOT USE ANY MATERIAL THAT

WILL COMPRESS UNDER PRESSURE

FOR THE EARTH MOUND.

SEE INSTRUCTIONS TO LEFT.

CAUTION

YOUR POOL IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE AN AMPLE SAFETY MARGIN

WHEN IT STANDS ON LEVEL GROUND. FOR THIS PURPOSE A SLOPE

IN EXCESS OF 2 INCHES IN ANY DIRECTION WALL TO WALL IS

CONSIDERED OFF LEVEL YOUR POOL WARRANTY ONLY APPLIES TO

POOLS INSTALLED ON LEVEL GROUND AS DEFINED ABOVE.

ONCE YOU HAVE STARTED TO FILL THE POOL, DO NOT TRY TO PULL

THE LINER FORCEFULLY. THE WEIGHT OF EVEN ONE INCH OF WATER

WILL MAKE IT IMPOSSIBLE TO MOVE THE LINER WITHOUT DAMAGING IT.

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LINER INSTALLATION 13

LINER

INCORRECT

CORRECT

POOL

LINER

AIR

SPACE

POOL

LINER

STANDARD OVERHANG LINER

1. Clear all sticks and sharp objects from an area near the pool, that is

as large as the pool itself. Remove the liner from its carton and unfold

and open the liner. Refold the liner so that it can easily be carried to

the pool and unfold from the outside of the pool. Check the

levelness of the sand in the pool and make sure that no sharp

objects are still in the pool.

2. Place the liner into the pool while holding onto the top of the

wall section of the liner. Overhang the top wall of the liner over

the pool wall approximately 4” and hold it by temporarily placing

the plastic edging over the liner and the wall. Continue in this

manner around the entire pool.

3. Gently pull on the liner and use a soft bristle broom to remove as many

wrinkles as possible on the bottom of the pool. Adjust the overhang of the

liner as needed as you go trying to keep it as equal as possible around the pool.

4. Be sure that the seam of the liner where the wall meets the floor of the liner is evenly centered in the pool.

Start filling the pool slowly with water. Continue pulling gently and working the liner with a broom, and

readjusting the overhang as necessary.

5. Some wrinkling of the liner may be evident and in no way affects the structural strength of your pool.

Once the water is filled to a point that the liner is pressed firmly against the wall install the

thru-the-wall skimmer following its instructions. Then you can fill the entire pool as quickly as

desired. The excess liner material overhanging the wall can either be trimmed later when the pool is

filled, or double folded now to the inside of the pool between the liner and the wall. Permanently install

the plastic edging around the entire pool, not leaving any gaps.

VINYL LINER

TOP RAIL

PLASTIC EDGING

OUTSIDE VIEW

OF POOL WALL

POOL

WALL

EARTH

MOUND

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EZ HOOK LINER INSTALLATION

ATTENTION: An 8 inch cove must be placed all around the inside of the pool

1. Clear all sticks and sharp objects from an area near the pool,

that is as large as the pool itself. Remove the liner from its

carton and unfold and open the liner. Refold the liner so that

it can easily be carried to the pool and unfold from the outside

of the pool. Check the levelness of the sand in the pool and

make sure that no sharp objects are still in the pool.

2. Place the liner into the pool while holding onto the top of the

wall section of the liner.

3. Place the EZ Hook of the liner onto the top of the wall around the

entire pool. Temporarily place a few of the top rails over the liner

edging to support and sturdy the wall. Continue in this manner

around the entire pool.

4. Gently pull on the liner and use a soft bristle broom to remove

as many wrinkles as possible on the bottom of the pool.

5. Start filling the pool slowly with water. Continue pulling gently

and working the liner with a broom as needed.

6. Some wrinkling of the liner may be evident and in no way

affects the structural strength of your pool. Once the water

is filled to a point that the liner is pressed firmly against the

wall install the thru-the-wall skimmer following its instructions.

Then you can fill the entire pool as quickly as desired.

EZ HOOK

VINYL LINER

TOP RAIL

POOL WALL

OUTSIDE VIEW

OF POOL WALL

COVE

8”

8”

OPTIONAL

WALL

GUARD

12”

12”

BEADED LINER INSTALLATION

1. Clear all sticks and sharp objects from an area near the pool, that is as large

as the pool itself. Remove the liner from its carton and unfold and open the

liner. Refold the liner so that it can easily be carried to the pool and unfold

from the outside of the pool. Check the levelness of the sand in the pool

and make sure that no sharp objects are still in the pool.

2. Install the bead receiver onto the top of the pool wall. Temporarily place

a few of the top rails over the bead receiver to support and sturdy the wall.

3. Place the liner into the pool while holding onto the top of the wall section of

the liner.

4. Snap the bead of the liner into the bead receiver around the entire pool.

5. Gently pull on the liner and use a soft bristle broom to remove as many wrinkles as possible on the

bottom of the pool.

6. Start filling the pool slowly with water. Continue pulling gently and working the liner with a broom as

needed.

7. Some wrinkling of the liner may be evident and in no way affects the structural strength of your pool.

Once the water is filled to a point that the liner is pressed firmly against the wall install the thru-the-wall

skimmer following its instructions. Then you can fill the entire pool as quickly as desired.

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VERTICALS, TOP PLATES AND RAILS 15

PRE-ASSEMBLY OF TOP PLATES* 14

No. 12 x 1/2”

Sheet Metal

Screw

If fencing or decking is to be installed, refer to the deck and fence instructions before

installing verticals. The holes indented in the face of the verticals must be on top.

If your pool is equipped with feature tape, it is best to apply it to the verticals at this time.

VERTICAL

BUTTRESS

* NOTE: CAGE NUTS NOT NEEDED ON ALL POOLS - CHECK YOUR PACKING LIST

Before the top plates are installed it is necessary

to attach the cage nuts* in their appropriate

locations as shown in the figures at right.

Using a pliers, squeeze together the spring

sides of the cage

nuts and insert them

into the top

plate from

underneath.

CAGE NUT

TOP PLATE

PLIERS PLIERS

TOP PLATE CAGE NUT

TOP PLATE WITH CAGE NUT

1/4” CAGE NUT

Attention:

If your pool

has the 2 piece

resin vertical,

insert the flat

piece into the

vertical before

installation, as

shown.

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No. 12 x 1/2”

Sheet Metal

Screw

Insert two rails into a plate, in

the same manner and using the

same spacing as you have done

on the bottom rail and plate assembly. Push the rails

and plate assembly onto the plastic edging leaving the

far end in the air.

MAKE SURE THAT THE TOP PLATE IS CENTERED

DIRECTLY ON TOP OF THE BOTTOM PLATE.

Attach the vertical to the top and bottom plate using

the No.12x1/2" Sheet Metal Screws.

Insert the exposed end of a top rail into another

top plate with a top rail inserted into the opposite side.

Push the top plate with rails onto the edging again

leaving the far end of the rail in the air. Continue in

this manner all the way around the pool.

PLASTIC

EDGING

RAIL

TOP PLATE

Your pool is equipped with (3) three special warning ledges. The (1) one ledge with

a large warning on top is to be installed by the entry point into the pool and is not to be

obstructed by any object such as your ladder. The (2) two ledges with the warning on

the inside are to be placed opposite the entry point into the pool with the warning fac-

ing the entry point.

THESE WARNINGS ARE NOT TO BE REMOVED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES

NOTE: Your pools top ledge was not designed to be a walk around.

Caution everyone who uses your pool NOT TO WALK OR SIT ON THE LEDGE!

If your pool is equipped with feature tape it is best to apply it to the ledges at this time.

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INSTALLING LEDGES

AND PLACEMENT OF WARNING LABELS 16

No. 12 x 1/2”

Sheet Metal

Screw

Refer to the "Construction Close-ups" at the

beginning of these Instructions as indicated below:

B

E

A

D

A

CBC

D

CDEEDC

E

BB

AA

WARNING

LEDGE

PLACEMENT

ENTRY POINT

Special

Instructions

for pools

with 9" Wide

Ledges

For pools with a 9" ledge, care should be

taken to assemble the ledge along the straight

sections of the pool in the manner shown

below. Along the straight sections of the pool,

use the short ledge sections and attach them

to the Buttress Top Plates using the screws

and holes illustrated on the left.

SCREW HOLE LOCATION GUIDE

16x10 18x12 24x12 24x15 30x15 33x18 39x18 45x18

OVAL OVAL OVAL OVAL OVAL OVAL OVAL OVAL

FIG. A (4" Ledge/ 4" Vertical) B & D B & D B & D B & E B & E B & E B & E B & E

(6" Ext. Ledge/ 6" Old Ext. Vertical) A & D A & D A & D A & D A & D A & D A & D A & D

FIG. B (6" Ledge/ 6" Vertical) E & C E & C E & C E & C E & C E & C E & C E & C

FIG. C (6" Ledge/ 6" Vertical) E & C E & C E & C E & C E & C E & C E & C E & C

FIG. D, E, G & H (6" Ext. & 7" Ledge/ 6" Box Vertical) A & D A & D A & D A & D A & D A & D A & D A & D

FIG. F (9" Ledge/ 8" Box Vertical) A & C A & C A & C A & C A & C A & C A & C A & C

Place ledges over the wall with each end resting on a top plate. Using the above chart

as a guide align the set of holes in the top plate as shown in the above drawing for

your size pool with the holes in the ledge and insert the No.12x1/2" Sheet Metal

Screw through the ledge and into the top plate. The actual screw holes that are used

does not affect the integrity of the pool. You may use the set of holes that line up best!

The ledge screws should not be tightened until all the ledges are in place and

the pool has been filled with water.

INSTALLING LEDGES ON BAR HARBOR

& RIO VISTA MODEL POOLS ONLY

Attention: You must use the 5/16” x 3/4” OD Stainless

Steel Washers with each Sheet Metal Screw to secure

the top ledges to the top plates. Failure to use the

washers may result in damaged ledges.

Place ledges over the wall with

each end resting on a top plate.

Align the set of holes in the top

plate as shown in the instructions

for your size pool with the holes

in the ledge and insert the

No.12x1/2" Sheet Metal Screw

through the washer and the

ledge and into the top plate.

1

1

1

3

2

2

B

CC

D

E

DE

B

123

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INSTALLING TOP COVERS 17

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW

FOR THE COVERS FOR YOUR PARTICULAR POOL

4", 6" & 7" DELUXE TOP COVERS

These covers don’t require cage nuts or top cover screws.

For pools with the new 1-piece deluxe top covers,

simply snap the cover into place, aligning the tab

on the bottom of the cover with the slot in the top

plate of pool (fig.A only.)

For 2-piece covers, insert bottom section into

top (fig. 1) so that it becomes one unit (fig. 2).

Then snap cover into place aligning tab on

bottom of cover with slot in the top plate of pool

(fig. 3) and secure with a #10 x 1" screw (fig. 4).

A

4

3

#10X1” SELF

TAPPING SCREW

IMPORTANT: Make sure that the inside edge of the top

cover is securely positioned over the edge of the ledges

2

1

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6" & 7" TWO-PIECE FULL CONTOURED COVER

Slide inside cover (the cover which will be closest to the inside of the pool) into position and

place outside cover onto top of inside cover aligning the holes together with cage nut attached to

the top plate and secure using the 1/4”-20 x 3/4” screw provided. The two (2) edges of the covers

should be parallel. Before tightening the screws, press the two covers firmly together.

Line up the hole in bottom of cover with the hole in the vertical and fasten securely using the

No. 10 x 1” self tapping sheet metal screw provided.

INSIDE COVER

OUTSIDE FULL

CONTOURED COVER

OUTSIDE

FULL CONTOURED

COVER

1/4”-20 X 3/4”

STAINLESS STEEL SCREW

If your pool vertical does not have a hole, simply use the cover

as a template and drill through the vertical using a 9/64"

diameter drill bit, being careful not to damage the pool wall.

#10X1” SELF

TAPPING SCREW

1/4”-14x1” SELF

TAPPING SCREW

COVERS FOR 9" LEDGE POOLS NOTE: CAGE NUTS AND TOP COVER

SCREWS NOT NEEDED FOR THIS STYLE.

Using a #10 x 1"

sheet metal screw,

attach the bottom

cover to the

vertical using

the hole shown

at right.

TOP COVER

COVER BOTTOM

LEDGE

It is very

important

that the ledge be

fitted inside the

tab in the

bottom cover as

shown below.

Make sure that the

ledge remains in

this position.

CORRECT INCORRECT

LEDGE

LEDGE

COVER

BOTTOM COVER

BOTTOM

Hook the underside inside part of the top

cover under the ledge as shown. Then lower the

top cover until it rests evenly on the ledge. Place

a ¼"-14 x 1" self-tapping screw through the slot

in the bottom cover and screw into the hole in the

top cover. Be careful not to overtighten!

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7" AND 9” TWO-PIECE WRAP AROUND COVER

AND PEDESTAL

Slide the inside cover (the cover which will be closest to the inside of the pool) into position

and align the hole in the cover with the cage nut attached to the top plate. Secure using the

1/4”-20 x 3/4” screw provided. Slide the outside cover onto the inside cover. Make sure the inside

cover is in the slot of the outside cover. Align the holes on the side of the bottom wrap with the

holes on the top of the vertical. Secure the cover using the #12 x 1/2” screws provided. The two

(2) edges of the covers should be parallel. Before tightening the screws, press the two covers

firmly together.

WRAP AROUND

PEDESTAL

Place the pedestal onto the

bottom of the vertical and align the

holes on the side of the wrap with

the holes on the bottom of the

vertical. Secure the pedestal using

the #12 x 1/2” screws provided.

INSIDE COVER

1/4”-20 X 3/4”

STAINLESS STEEL SCREW

#12X1/2” SCREW

1 ON EACH SIDE

#12X1/2” SCREW

1 ON EACH SIDE

If your pool vertical does not have holes, simply use

the cover or the pedestal as a template and drill through

the vertical using a 9/64" diameter drill bit, being careful

not to damage the pool wall.

9” WRAP

AROUND

COVER

7” WRAP

AROUND

COVER

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Educational programs and materials, (i.e. seminars, workshops, brochures, videos, instructional guides, etc.) are

available from NSPI, NSPF, other aquatic safety groups, and by private firms. As a means of communicating useful safe-

ty information to pool owners and users industry members are permitted to provide such information to owners and to

request or require owners to sign a statement that they have received, read and will follow the guidelines.

The following books are available through the National Pool & Spa Institute:

"The Sensible Way To Enjoy Your Aboveground/Onground Swimming Pool" ...published by the NSPI

"Children Aren't Waterproof" ...published by the NSPI

"Layers of Protection" ...published by the NSPI

"Pool and Spa Emergency Procedures For Infant And Children" ...published by the NSPI

Contact: NSPI Contact: NSPF

2111 Eisenhower Avenue 10803 Gulfdale Suite 300

Alexandria, VA 22314 San Antonio, TX 78216

(703) 838-0083 (210) 525-1227

www.NSPI.org www.NSPF.org

WARNING

Four (4) danger labels have been provided for your safety. Apply these

labels to the pool where they are easily visible to all persons using the pool.

To do this, simply peel the backing off the label to expose the self stick back

and firmly press to a conspicuous and plainly visible surface on the pool.

DO NOT REMOVE THE DANGER

OR WARNING LABELS

UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES

The manufacturer has provided warning signs to prevent diving and/or jumping into your pool.

Alert all pool users to these signs.

Should you need additional labels for any reason, the manufacturer will supply these labels to you

at your request. Simply order the desired label by part number either from your local dealer or direct

from the manufacturer.

WARNING LABELS 18

POOL USER WARNING LABELS 19

SAFETY BROCHURES AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS

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#490090

#490091

#490021

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SAFETY TIPS - RULES AND REGULATIONS

This section is designed to acquaint

you with some guidelines as to the safe

operation and use of your pool.

•Do not dive or jump into your pool. Your pool is approximately 48" or 52” deep. It is not

designed for diving or jumping. If you dive or jump into the pool, you run the high risk

of permanent injury or death. Alert all family members and guests of this fact. Point out the

DO NOT DIVE labels supplied with the pool.

•Do not install a slide or a diving board as your pool is approximately 48" or 52” deep and not

designed to be used with them.

•A list of emergency phone numbers of the following should be conspicuously posted and should be kept at hand at

the phone nearest to the pool:

A. Nearest available police, fire and or rescue unit.

B. Nearest available physician.

C. Nearest ambulance service.

D. Nearest available hospital.

••Never permit the pool to be used unless at least one person other

than the bather is present. Children must always be under careful

adult supervision.

•Never leave the pool open and unattended. Remove the ladders or other means

of entry when it is unattended. As a further precaution, the pool should be

covered when it will not be used for any extended period of time.

•Do not walk on, climb on, sit on, stand on, or dive from the top seat of the pool. It is not designed

for this. If you do, you run a risk of permanent injury or death from a serious fall.

•Never run the filter while there are swimmers in or around the pool. Be sure electrical hook-ups comply with national

and Local electrical codes.

•Do not dispense chemicals into the pool while the pool is being used. Poisoning or painful skin irritations can occur.

•Do not permit horseplay or dangerous water games in and around your pool. Remember that the pool area may be

wet and slippery, and accidents resulting in serious injuries can be prevented if rules of behavior are strictly enforced.

•Keep the water sanitary and healthful at all times, maintain pool sanitation with the use of a good filter system and the

regular application of water purifying chemicals. Unsanitary water is a potential health and safety hazard.

•Lighting should be provided to illuminate safety signs, deck surfaces, and walks during nighttime pool use.

•Do not allow toys, chairs, tables, filtration system's pumps, heaters or other objects that a young child could climb, to

be within four feet (4') of the pool.

•Teach your children to swim.

•Parents and or guardians should learn C.P.R.

•Keep all electrical radios, speakers and other appliances away from the swimming pool.

•Keep the deck and pool area clean and clear of objects that may create a tripping hazard.

•When you touch the filters, pump or electrical parts, make sure the ground under your feet is "Bone Dry".

•Face pool ladder(s) going up or down.

•Allow only one person at a time on the pool ladder(s).

•Instruct pool users about the proper use of all pool ladder(s) and staircases.

COMMON SENSE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAN PREVENT ACCIDENTS AND SERIOUS INJURY

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WARNING

Check all the metal on the pool frame and pool wall for signs of corrosion or deterioration. Remove any

corrosion and touch up with paint. Excessive deterioration can lead to failure of the pool structure, which might

release large quantities of water that could cause bodily harm and property damage.

Make sure skimmer does not leak as this will corrode the pool wall and cause a split in the wall that is not

covered under the pool warranty.

DANGER

After the pool has been completely assembled and filled with water, do not attempt to make any structural

changes or to disassemble the pool. Disregard of the above warning can cause pool collapse, property damage and

serious injury.

It is recommended that one or more of the following lifesaving items are on hand at all times within the pool area.

A. A light, strong, rigid pole (shepherd's crook) not less than 12' long with blunt ends.

B. A 1/4" diameter throwing rope as long as 1 1/2 times the maximum width of the pool, or 50' whichever is less,

which has been firmly attached to a ring buoy with an outside diameter of approximately 15" or some other similar

flotation device.

GENERAL COMMENT: In as much as these pools are distributed to users in all geographical areas and are installed

under varying climactic conditions, you must use your own judgment to determine the wisdom of leaving your pool up

through the winter. The manufacturer cannot assume any responsibility for pool failure which might result from winter

hazards, or from misuse or neglect. To winterize your pool properly you must follow these steps:

1. If thru wall skimmer inlet and outlets are used, the skimmer must be blocked off with a block off plate to prevent

any water from laying in the skimmer. The return fitting must also be blocked off by using a plug on the inside of the

pool. It is very important that the return fitting not protrude into the pool and that water is not allowed to flow into the

skimmer. If this is not followed, when the ice in your pool forms it will grab onto your skimmer and return fittings, and

if the ice should shift it will rip your wall at these locations.

2. A properly sized ice compensator (pool pillow) must be secured in the pool water to relieve the ice pressure that can

exert severe pressure on the pool wall.

3. Proper chemicals must be used in order to prevent algae growth throughout the winter. A strong concentration of

chlorine and an algaecide will help.

4. A cover must be used to keep out dirt and debris from the pool. It is important when securing the cover that enough

slack is used so that it rests on the top of the water so that the pressure is not on the pool frame. A build up of snow

on the top of the cover should be removed.

While the pool is winterized it is important that it remain undisturbed throughout the winter months.

AT THE START OF THE SEASON HAVE YOUR WATER TESTED AT A PROFESSIONAL POOL STORE

CARE OF POOL WATER

PREVENTATIVE

MAINTENANCE

TIPS

•Use clear lacquer or clear nail polish to cover screw heads.

•Use clear lacquer or nail polish to cover any scratches on ledges or verticals to prevent rust and corrosion.

•Use wax to protect the pool wall and frame from the elements.

•Never leave the pool drained (without water). This can cause liner shrinkage and damage the pool wall and frame.

•If you use the Thru The Wall fittings for your filter and decide to dismantle your pool or remove your liner, it is possible

that you may not be able to realign these holes and a new liner may have to be purchased.

•Check regularly for signs of wear or loose bolts that could make the pool, the pool ladder, the pool deck, or any other

related object unsafe.

•For pool service, select a certified pool professional.

LIFE

SAVING

EQUIPMENT

WINTER

CARE

A reliable pool water test kit will help to determine the daily chlorine dosage and the acid-alkaline condition of the

water. You will find in the test kit two different color comparators. The yellow side is for chlorine. The color of your pool

water sample after adding some drops of chlorine indicator solution should be in the range of the color comparator of 0.3

to 0.6 p.p.m (parts per million). If the reading is below 0.3, add more chlorine to the water. If the reading is higher than

0.6 add fresh water to the pool or leave it unused until the reading drops. A too high content of chlorine will irritate the

skin and eyes. The pink side in the test kit will help you establish the acid-alkaline condition of the water. The color of

your pool water sample after adding some drops of pH indicator solution should be in the range of 7.2 pH to 7.6 pH of the

second color comparator. PH is the technical term for the measure of acidity or alkalinity of water. Readings below 7.0

indicate acidity, while readings higher than 7.0 indicate alkalinity. At 7.0 pH the water is neutral.

The pool water should be kept slightly alkaline at 7.2 to 7.6 pH. At this reading the water will be soft, comfortable and

the chlorine most effective. If the pH reading goes below 7.2 add soda ash. If the pH reading goes over 7.6 add sodium

bisulfate.

An acid condition will cause rapid consumption of the chlorine, irritation of eyes and skin and will corrode

the pool equipment. On the other hand a higher degree of alkalinity will slow down the chlorine action of killing

bacteria and algae, make the water cloudy and diminish its freshness. A higher than pH 7.8 alkaline condition of the

water will cause stiffness, brittleness, and considerable shrinkage of the liner. Since the chlorine compound is basically

alkaline, the continuous use of it will increase the alkalinity of the water.

At the beginning of the season treat your pool water with a water conditioner to prevent the building up of a high

degree of alkalinity. Some algae and bacteria become immune to low chlorine concentration, therefore, every two weeks

the pool should be super-chlorinated (shock treatment) with about double or even triple the normal dosage of chlorine.

Do not use the pool after shock treatment for at least 12 hours, then check chlorine content and pH and make sure both

are in the right balance.

At the start of the season use algaecides to prevent growing of algae and add it regularly to reduce chlorine

requirements.

Hard water: high content of minerals or iron in the water - often found in well water - will react with chlorine lowering

its action. By adding alum powder (turn off the filter during this process) coagulated particles will settle to the bottom and

the water will become soft. Do not use the pool for 24-48 hours, then turn on the filter, vacuum and check pH and chlo-

rine content. (Replace the filter element).

IMPORTANT HINTS:

Follow the label directions of the manufacturer when using chemicals. However, the real chemical balance depends

on various factors such as volume of pool water, temperature, exposure to sun, dirt and number of swimmers. Therefore,

make sure the reading for chlorine is always 0.3 to 0.6 p.p.m and the pH 7.2 to 7.6

Check the chlorine and pH every evening, when nobody is in the pool and adjust according to reading the necessary

amount of chemicals. Before using the pool the next day check again to make sure the water has the right chemical

balance. A strong chlorine smell above the pool water indicates evaporation of chlorine. More chlorine should be added

to the water. Be sure to check pH level again.

All chemicals must be dissolved thoroughly. Improperly dissolved chemicals may cloud the water, shorten the filter

cycle and damage the liner. A proper pH and the correct chlorine content of the pool water are essential for the protec-

tion of all metal parts.

Keep filter running when adding diluted chemicals.

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PREVENT DROWNING. NEVER SWIM ALONE. WATCH CHILDREN AT ALL TIMES.

KEEP A 4 FT. CLEAR SPACE AROUND POOL FREE

OF ANY OBJECTS THAT MAY PROVIDE ACCESS TO THE POOL

HOW TO KEEP WATER CLEAR AND HEALTHFUL

Your health, and maximum enjoyment is assured by keeping your pool water in sparkling clear and sanitary clean

condition. In order to obtain this condition certain equipment and chemicals available at your pool dealer are necessary.

Equipment, such as a filter according to the size of your pool, skimmer and a vacuum cleaner will take care of

removing suspended particles, leaves and oils from the water. A small wading pool for washing the feet of those entering

the pool and a pool cover when the pool is not in use are recommended to reduce dirt in the water. Utilizing this type of

equipment will keep your pool sparkling clear, but it will not purify the water. Purification (killing of bacteria and algae) is

accomplished by the use of chemicals.

Chlorine is the most commonly used bacteria killer for water. To make the chlorine work properly it is necessary to

keep the pool water at the proper acid-alkaline balance.

WARNING

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