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General Information
for Installing an Automatic Pool Cover
(Save-T
This is a general guide on factors to consider for the installation
of a Save-T 3 automatic cover system or Autosave spa cover.
Detailed installation instructions are available.
FOR YOUR SAFETY—This product must be installed and serviced by a contractor who is licensed and qualified in
pool equipment by the jurisdiction in which the product will be installed where such state or local requirements exists.
In the event no such state or local requirement exists, the installer or maintainer must be a professional with sufficient
experience in pool equipment installation and maintenance so that all of the instructions in this manual can be followed
exactly. Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions that accompany this product.
Failure to follow warning notices and instructions may result in property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Improper installation and/or operation will void the warranty.
Cover-Pools Incorporated
66 East 3335 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84115
800.447.2838
801.484.2724
www.coverpools.com
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3 or Autosave™ Spa Cover)
WARNING
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Cover-Pools Incorporated is a wholly owned subsidiary of Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc.
ZODIAC® is a registered trademark of Zodiac International, S.A.S.U., used under license.
All other trademarks used herein are the property of their respective owners.
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- Page 1 (Save-T ® 3 or Autosave™ Spa Cover) This is a general guide on factors to consider for the installation 11pt of a Save-T 3 automatic cover system or Autosave spa cover. WARNING Detailed installation instructions are available. 12pt WARNING 14 pt...
- Page 2 NOTES All diagrams are for general information. Consult installation instructions for details.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents TRACK OPTIONS ........................4 EXCAVATION AND PLUMBING ....................6 Recessed Mechanism—Underside™ Track or Track Channel ......... 6 Recessed Mechanism—Universal, SnapTop™, or Flush Track ........7 ELECTRICAL ..........................8 Keyed Motor Control (Standard Equipment) ..............8 Hydraulic Power System ....................8 Auto-Shutoff with Amp Limiter and Accessory Board ............. -
Page 4: Track Options
TRACK OPTIONS Based on the pool design, choose the appropriate track style and any options. The Track Channel can be set in a recessed notch below stone actual size or coping level. A light mortar or grout layer can be applied under Deck Straps Underside Track... - Page 5 Universal Deck-Mounted SnapTop™ Track Track 11/16" • For existing decks • For existing decks • Low profile 2-13/16" • Low profile • Installed on the deck surface 11/16" • Installed on surface of • Anodized aluminum the deck • Uses gliders or wheels 2-13/16"...
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Page 6: Excavation And Plumbing
EXCAVATION AND PLUMBING Consider any special requirements for excavation and plumbing. Recessed Mechanism—Underside™ Track or Track Channel 1. The tracks (and rectangular pools) must be a true rectangle. The tracks must be perpendicular to the unit mechanism and recessed housing (90°). 2. -
Page 7: Recessed Mechanism-Universal, Snaptop™, Or Flush Track
Recessed Mechanism—Universal, SnapTop™, or Flush Track The requirements of a recessed mechanism with a deck-mounted track are the same as the undertrack on the previous page. Universal track may be mounted at the pool edge. Flush track must be set back 6" from the pool edge. 2' beyond pool TRACK DIAGONALS: AD=BC Tracks must be square:... -
Page 8: Electrical
ELECTRICAL Choose electric or hydraulic power and controlling devices. WARNING! These are minimum recommendations only. All local and federal codes of standard safe practices must be followed. Refer to the prewiring instructions for detailed instructions and additional mounting options. Electric Motor w/ Keyswitch (Standard Equipment) ¾... -
Page 9: Auto-Shutoff With Amp Limiter And Accessory Board
Auto-Shutoff with Optional Accessory Board/AquaLink ® All switches/control pads must ¾ hp Motor or Hydraulic Motor be mounted in full view of the cover operation. Option 1: Auto-shutoff mounted outside housing. 050275 or 050276 Hydraulic 1-1/2 hp motor Hydraulic Pump Unit Option 2: Green Option 1:... -
Page 10: Mechanism Housing
MECHANISM HOUSING Choose a recessed mechanism (concrete or wood box) or deck-mounted mechanism. Systems include a lid assembly, bench frame assembly or fiberglass ends. Recessed Concrete, Wood, or UPB Box—Underside™ Track conduit must be on the motor end POOL conduit should not protrude more than 4"... -
Page 11: Recessed Concrete, Wood, Or Upb Box-Autosave Option 1: Conduit Comes From Back Of Box
Recessed Concrete, Wood, or UPB Box—Autosave OPTION 1: Conduit comes from back of box. POOL pool beam wall drain centerline 4" max from end wall Conduit comes from center of the housing 3" drain - floor or wall recessed box wall can be on either end cut away for clarity bond wire to bonding grid (route so that cover will not rub or catch or interfere with mechanism) -
Page 12: Recessed Concrete, Wood, Or Upb Box-Autosave Option 2: Conduit Comes From Side Of Box
Recessed Concrete, Wood, or UPB Box—Autosave OPTION 2: Conduit comes from side of box. conduit must be as close to rear wall as possible for mechanism clearance. conduit should not protrude more POOL than 4" into box pool beam wall 3"... -
Page 13: Recessed Concrete, Wood, Or Upb Box-Universal Or Snaptop™ Track
Recessed Concrete, Wood, or UPB Box—Universal or SnapTop™ Track POOL conduit must be on the motor end conduit should not protrude more than 4" into box pool beam wall conduit 6" max from top of box Consult a certified electrician and the bond wire bond wire pre-wiring diagrams for... -
Page 14: Coping And Deck
COPING AND DECK Consider the requirements for coping and deck installation. Gunite Layout—Underside™ track form form brace 16 d nails 2" offset in steel cover top of side wall form side wall side wall 2½" lower than side wall 2½" lower bond beam interior wall... -
Page 15: Coping Or Deck Requirements-Underside Track (Cont.)
Coping or Deck Requirements—Underside track (cont.) bull nose Opening for the track must be 2½" at box decking DECKING (2" finished with tile), sloping to 3" inside pool 2" min 2" min. POOL WALL 2" min 2" minimum from tile from tile box minimum 2"... -
Page 16: Recessed Box Cover
RECESSED BOX COVER 600104 ILLUS VANISHING LID CORNER BRACKET - DWG1.ai Choose nd brackets to cover recessed box. lid a Brackets 24" max. 18" max. tray or stone tray or stone Standard Aluminum Lid Standard Aluminum Lid Vanishing Lid Adjustable 12" Vanishing Lid Adjustable 18"... -
Page 17: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Review system details for Save-T covers. ® Quad-core™ Fabric Mechanism Housing • Material: PVC vinyl, laminated over a reinforced • Standard 12" aluminum lid with either 4" or 6" hinge polyester mesh for strength and tear resistance • Bezel™ lids, 16" and 18" wide •... -
Page 18: Cover Sizing And Pricing
COVER SIZING AND PRICING Determine pricing according to the cover specifications. Pricing based on motor mechanism being installed one foot from pool edge, motor position on left or right. Undertrack Deck-Mounted Track Track Space Track Space Track Space Pool Length Pool Length Mechanism Mechanism... -
Page 19: Cost Considerations
Cost Considerations Excavation/Plumbing Track q Housing excavation Underside™ track or Universal track standard q 3" drain for housing drain— drain to air q Track channel for concrete or fiberglass pools or drain to pit (2 or 3 sided) q 3" conduit for hydraulic-unit housing q Flush track q SnapTop™...
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