Sunn Fun ROUND POOL Assembly Instructions Manual

ROUND

POOL

ASSEMBLY

INSTRUCTIONS

Part# 420363-16

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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.

Sunn Fun

Pools

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 expe­rience 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 con­tains 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. A

Fig. B

6”

DELMAR

ELAN • OMNI

LEXINGTON

POOLS

6”

PRINCETON

QUANTUM

ZENITH • ST. CROIX

POOLS

OPTIONAL

Fig. C

DELUXE POOLS

with Box Vertical

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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. D Fig. F

6”

EXTRUDED

ALUMINUM POOLS

with Box Vertical

9” POOLS

Fig. E

7” XL POOLS

with Column

Vertical

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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. H

DELUXE POOLS

with Column Vertical

& Wrap Around Covers

Fig. I

SUPREME POOLS

with

Wrap Around Covers

Fig. G

7” XL POOLS

with Column Vertical

& Wrap Around Covers

Your pool must be installed on a solid level surface. Drive a stake into the ground at the center of
your pool location. Use a length of string tied to the center stake, see clearance chart for your size
pool, and mark the area using a can of spray paint or flour. 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.

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PREPARING THE GROUND

1

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.

CLEARANCE

RADIUS=1/2

POOL DIAMETER + 6"

12' Pool = 6' 6"
15' Pool = 8'
18' Pool = 9' 6"
21' Pool = 11'
24' Pool = 12' 6"
27' Pool = 14'
30’ Pool = 15’ 6”

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.

PREVIOUS GRADE

3 FT.

4 FT.

CENTER STAKE

NAIL

2”x 4”

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 the

wall into the groove

on the bottom rail.

Ensure that the center line of the closure

holes in the the wall align with the center

of the plate. Make sure that the cutouts

for filter inlet and outlet are on the top por-

tion of the wall and will not be hidden behind

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

the bottom rail in or out of the bottom plates. The

spacing in all bottom plates should be equal.

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BOTTOM RAILS

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PRE WASHED SAND OR

SIFTED EARTH RECOMMENDED

REQUIREMENT CHART

12 ft. 1.4 Tons 1.1 Yards
15 ft. 1.9 Tons 1.5 Yards
18 ft. 2.6 Tons 2.1 Yards
21 ft. 3.4 Tons 2.7 Yards
24 ft. 4.4 Tons 3.5 Yards
27 ft. 5.4 Tons 4.3 Yards
30 ft. 6.5 Tons 5.2 Yards

BOTTOM RAIL

CENTER STAKE

BOTTOM RAIL

VERTICAL BOTTOM PLATE

BOTTOM PLATE

PATIO BLOCK

1/16”

OPTIONAL
GROUND SHIELD

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 hardware supply. This will protect your pool liner and

metal parts against chemical reactions from the ground soil.

INSERT WALL INTO BOTTOM RAILS

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Mark out pool radius (1/2 pool diameter) using the center stake as reference. Form a circle by
sliding bottom rail groove up, into the bottom plates 1/16" from the stop.

To prevent stones or other foreign material from damaging the liner it is recomended to build
a 2” to 3” base of sand inside the entire pool.

Bring the required amount of clean and washed masonry sand into the pool area at this time. Refer
to chart above for the required amount. Place the patio blocks under each bottom plate at ground
level.

Check the levelness from the center stake to each bottom plate.

4’ x 4’ Plywood

SKIMMER INLET

SKIMMER OUTLET