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Summary of Contents for Radiant Metric Series
- Page 1 Installation Manual Metric Round Residential Swimming Pool...
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Enclosed in the liner box is the safety envelope. The safety stickers must be installed as per instructions. Failure to properly install warning labels will void warranty. Alert all visitors and family of the risks associated with jumping and/or diving and point out all warning labels supplied. -
Page 3: Homeowner Checklist
INTRODUCTION The Installation of the Radiant Metric Series Round pool is not hard, nor complicated. Although installation conditions might differ from this guide, it is important to consult with the manufacturer before making any changes that might disturb the integrity of the pool. Failure to follow these instructions will void all warranties. -
Page 4: Tools And Materials Needed
TOOLS and MATERIALS NEEDED Metal File Tape measure, 100ft. Orange Marking Spray Paint Utility Knife Square Transit/Laser Level String Hose with spray nozzle Level Duct Tape COOKING SPRAY Step Drill Bit Rubber Mallet Cloth rag Cooking Spray Long handled pointed shovel Socket Set Hacksaw Short handle... -
Page 5: Important: Before You Begin
All Radiant Pool components are engineered to provide a precise fit. It is very important to handle all components with care. Prior to assembly, all pool components should be free of sand, mud, dirt and debris of any kind. - Page 6 SELECTING POOL LOCATION he 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 specifications.
- Page 7 PREPARING THE POOL SITE Once you have chosen an appropriate location Pool for your pool based on the criteria specified Radius + 12” above, determine the pool circumference by putting a stake in the ground at the center of the location desired and with a line equal in length to the radius of the pool (1/2 the pool size) plus 12”, mark off the circumference with a sharp...
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Page 8: Wall Installation
WALL INSTALLATION Return Cut-Out Locate the wall panel that is cut for the skimmer and return fitting. The location for the panel should be Skimmer Cut-Out adjacent to the electrical supply and provide ease of access once the pool is installed. Place an anchor plate centered on a patio block. - Page 9 SKIMMER ASSEMBLY Place the U shaped foam insert into the panel cut out with open side up. fig. H Skimmer Cut-Out Install the rubber sandwich gasket on the gray Mounting Plate mounting plate, making sure the gasket straddles Gasket both sides of the mounting plate. fig. I Place the gray mounting plate with gaskets on the pool interior side of the panel cut-out, with the U-shaped...
- Page 10 Install return wall fitting per directions, firmly. Do not over tighten. Note: For the Radiant LED light, drill hole 14” down from top Back Nut of panel. Installation is identical to return fitting.
- Page 11 INSTALLING PLASTIC COPING Standard 2” Coping The plastic coping is installed by simply placing coping lengths over the pool wall and securing with screws on the exterior of the pool. Place all coping lengths around pool, leaving a 1” gap Coping Clip between each length.
- Page 12 INSTALLING LINER Standard 2” Coping Prior to installing liner, tape all joints, including coping and Liner Bead ® compression seams, with Gorilla Tape . Clear all sticks and Bead Track sharp objects from an area near the pool that is as large as the pool itself.
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Page 13: Completing Installation
INSTALLING FACEPLATES Once the water level reaches 2”-3” from the return and skimmer, install the faceplates. Carefully locate the screw holes for each opening. Once located, carefully puncture the liner with an icepick or nail. Attach skimmer faceplate with 1” screws and hand tighten evenly in order as shown in skimmer faceplate image below. - Page 14 Metric Inground Installation Instructions...
- Page 15 INGROUND: LEVELING THE EXCAVATION With the shape of the pool excavation marked out, its height relative to the ground must be determined. The pool should be set at a height so that rain and splash will drain away, rather than towards the pool.
- Page 16 8' Straight Prepare and Position Step 8' Straight Install leg supports for the steps. For steps supplied by Radiant Pools, 8' Straight instructions will be provided. If steps are purchased separately through another provider, verify compatibility by talking with a Radiant Pools representative. Be sure to check step manufacturer’s instructions as the step supports will vary by...
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Page 17: Installation Components
INGROUND: WALK-IN STEP INSTALLATION Radius Step to Radius Wall Panel (for pool sizes 18’ and smaller) Installation Components (item # KS-52-RWSA) • (2) Seam Connectors • (2) 52” Standard splines for interior side of pool • (2) each: 40 ½” Extended T splines and 10” Standard Splines for exterior side of pool •... - Page 18 INGROUND: WALK-IN STEP INSTALLATION Straight Step to Radius Wall Panel (for pool sizes 21’ and larger) Installation Components (item # 2890-52) • (2) each Male/Female Stair Connector • (2) 52” Standard splines for interior side of pool • (2) each: 40 ½” Extended T splines and 10” Standard Splines for exterior side of pool •...
- Page 19 Duplicate this process with the remaining anchor plates. Wall Clips and Coping CP2 and Paver coping installation must start with Radiant Nassau wall clips. They provide a hard surface on the top of the wall to attach the coping to. CP2 coping is pre-bent to a particular radius, Paver coping is notched to accommodate standard radii.
- Page 20 INGROUND: SKIMMER ASSEMBLY Gaskets Pan Head Screw Place a gasket on both sides of the gray mounting plate. Be sure to align all holes. (fig.C) Position the gray mounting plate over Countersunk Bolt the panel cutout on the interior side of Skimmer Skimmer the pool.
- Page 21 CONCRETE COLLAR GUIDE Check with local building codes before installing your Radiant Metric pool inground. Radiant Pools requires a minimum of 8” concrete collar around the entire pool if any point of the pool wall is 26” or greater in the ground (fig. 2). An example of a semi-inground pool requiring a concrete collar is shown below (fig.1).
- Page 22 Before backfilling, check with electrician for pool bonding. Sonotubes may be installed at the time of collar pour to support the deck. Backfill may go directly against a Radiant pool wall. Structrual fill is required. Do not use expansive soil (e.g., clay).
- Page 23 RADIANT POOLS METRIC SERIES RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOL NON-PRORATED LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY This Warranty, offered by Trojan Leisure Products LLC, d/b/a Radiant Pools, herein called the “Manufacturer,” is effective upon completion of payment by purchaser and registration of the warranty card provided with your product. Manufacturer warrants its manufactured swimming pool components only against manufacturing defects.
- Page 24 div. Trojan Leisure Products, LLC 440 North Pearl Street Albany, NY 12207 rev 10/2018...