Swim'n Play Above Ground Swimming Pool User Manual

313 Regina Avenue • Rahway, New Jersey 07065-4891 USA
Tel: (732) 574-1500 • Fax: (732) 574-1551
www.swimnplay.com • E-mail: info@swimnplay.com
Part# 420288-11
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. ANY AFTERMARKET OR HOME BUILT DECK, IF ALLOWED, SHOULD BE CONSTRUCTED ACCORDING TO ALL LOCAL BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING LOAD CAPAC­ITY AND FENCING REQUIREMENTS.
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 THEIR 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 58 inch pounds. failure to comply could result in screws stripping out.
RIGID FRAMEWORK
“SPLASHER”
SWIMMING POOL
INSTRUCTIONS
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. Watch children at all times.
Pool not designed for diving or jumping!
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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 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 may have regulations on set backs, barriers, devices and other conditions that must be followed. Any after market or home built deck should be built to the local building code requirements, including load capacity and fencing requirements.
Local electrical code may require obtaining a building permit and may have regulations on setbacks, devices and other conditions that must be followed.
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 twistlock 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 seat 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 manufacturer’s pools are not designed to be buried. Outside ground forces can collapse pool wall.
The pool owner has the sole responsibility for providing adequate lighting for the pool area. It is important that 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) for entry and exit from the pool
All components such as the filtration system, pumps and heater should be positioned as to prevent their being used as a means of access to the pool by young children
Introduction
The installation of an average pool size pool (18' - 27' diameter) will usually require three people to help set it up. Below 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 several feet 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. Do not install your pool on peat moss, tar paper, gravel or chemically treated soil. Any or all of these surfaces can ruin your pool and liner and will void your liner 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.
PLIERS
SCREWDRIVER
HOE
RAKE
4” NAIL
KNIFE
TAPE
ROLLER
CLOTH TAPE
SIFTED EARTH OR
PRE-WASHED SAND
HAMMER
SHOVEL
FRIENDS
2x4
CENTER STAKE
CARPENTER’S LEVEL
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Your pool must be installed on a solid level surface. Drive a stake into the ground at the center of your pool loca­tion. 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.
1 PREPARING THE GROUND
CARPENTER’S LEVEL
CLEARANCE
RADIUS
LEVEL AREA
CLEARANCE RADIUS
DO NOT FILL IN DIG AWAY HERE
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’
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.
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.
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