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Pool build procedure for 6m x 4m, 4m x 4m and Dolphin Sport Certikin Wooden Pools Superior wooden pools, British built to the highest quality...
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IMPORTANT Please read before commencing the build process of your wooden pool The pool timbers have all been pressure treated and depending on the weather and temperature may remain swollen and damp for some time. Please allow a reasonable period for the timbers to dry back to their pre-treated size. As a result, DO NOT fix the upright posts to the steel base shoes (only fix at the top) as it is important that the pool timbers are allowed to dry and settle into the shoes.
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Timber materials list for 6m x 4m pool - END SKIMMER (NO FASTLANE FITTED) Description Length (mm) Width (mm) Thickness (mm) Per pool (quantity) SPGPW11 Timber log-lap (notched twice) 3,600 SPGPW12 Timber log-lap base (tongue only, notched twice) 3,600 SPGPW13 Timber log-lap top drilled 4 holes (groove only, notched twice) 3,600 SPGPW02...
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Timber materials list for 6m x 4m pool - CORNER SKIMMER (FASTLANE FITTED) Description Length (mm) Width (mm) Thickness (mm) Per pool (quantity) SPGPW11 Timber log-lap (notched twice) 3,600 SPGPW12 Timber log-lap base (tongue only, notched twice) 3,600 SPGPW13 Timber log-lap top drilled 4 holes (groove only, notched twice) 3,600 SPGPW02 Timber log-lap full wall base (tongue only, notched twice)
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Timber materials list for 4m x 4m pool - END SKIMMER (NO FASTLANE FITTED) Description Length (mm) Width (mm) Thickness (mm) Per pool (quantity) SPGPW01 Timber log-lap (notched twice) 1,786 SPGPW02 Timber log-lap full wall base (tongue only, notched twice) 1,786 SPGPW03 Timber log-lap top drilled 4 holes top skimmer (groove only, notched twice)
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Timber materials list for 4m x 4m pool - CORNER SKIMMER (FASTLANE FITTED) Description Length (mm) Width (mm) Thickness (mm) Per pool (quantity) SPGPW01 Timber log-lap (notched twice) 1,786 SPGPW02 Timber log-lap full wall base (tongue only, notched twice) 1,786 SPGPW03C Timber log-lap skimmer top corner (notched twice) 1,786...
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Timber materials list for Dolphin Sport pool - CORNER SKIMMER (NO FASTLANE FITTED) Description Length (mm) Width (mm) Thickness (mm) Per pool (quantity) SPGPW01 Timber log-lap (notched twice) 1,786 SPGPW02 Timber log-lap full wall base (tongue only, notched twice) 1,786...
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Timber materials list for Dolphin Sport pool - CORNER SKIMMER (FASTLANE FITTED) Description Length (mm) Width (mm) Thickness (mm) Per pool (quantity) SPGPW01 Timber log-lap (notched twice) 1,786 SPGPW02 Timber log-lap full wall base (tongue only, notched twice) 1,786 SPGPW03S...
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Tools required to complete the build Socket wrench Essential tools required Sharp knife Mallet • Sharp knife 19mm • Socket wrench and 19mm, 17mm, 13mm and 10mm sockets • Mallet 17mm • Batttery drill 13mm • No.3 Pozi bit • 6mm drill bit Battery drill 10mm •...
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Concrete base dimensions for 6m x 4m wooden pool IMPORTANT; Please note that if you have purchased a 6m x 4m pool WITHOUT A FASTLANE then your SKIMMER PANEL will need to be assembled on the END OF THE POOL. If you have purchased a pool WITH A FASTLANE then your SKIMMER PANEL will need to be assembled on the CORNER OF THE POOL (see assembly instructions for further details).
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Concrete base dimensions for 4m x 4m wooden pool Dimensions For 4m x 4m Pool Concrete Slab - shown without filter section 1760mm 1245mm 4250mm 100mm 4250mm Please see daigram above for filter base dimensions. The filter and pump can also be housed away from the pool in a shed for example. IMPORTANT;...
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Concrete base dimensions for a Dolphin wooden pool Dolphin Sport Pool Base & Filter House Base Dimensions 3560 4700 Alternative lter housing base & skimmer positions 100mm level concrete base 4700 IMPORTANT; Please note that if you have purchased a DOLPHIN pool WITH or WITHOUT a FASTLANE then your SKIMMER PANEL will still need to be assembled on the CORNER OF THE POOL...
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Nuts, bolts and screws M10 x 40mm coach screw - SPGP13 M6 x 40mm coach screw - SPGP12 M10 black bolt cap - SPGP06 M6 black bolt cap - SPGP05 Used on base for upright supports Used on steel base corner plates 100m wood screw - SPGP14 M10 x 80mm coach bolt - SPGP15 Used on corners of top beam &...
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Coach Screws Securing Timber Timber Pool Top Surround Pool Top Surround 96mm x 96mm Plastic Liner Lock Upper Horizontal Surround Timber 230mm Coach Bolts Steel Frame Steel Frame 96mm x 96mm Timber Uprights Wall Timber Tongue Up Groove Down Section View Of Pool Wall Con- Section View Of struction When...
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Starting the build process 12mm nuts & washers Please note: According to the time of the year and weather conditions, the timber can expand and become tight when fitting the base corner brackets. The timber may need to be planed slightly to adjust the fit.
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The build process continued Centre of base timber Tongue 4 half width timbers tongue on top Please note: 4 full width timbers Please note: Dolphin pools do not have upright posts tongue on top, no groove on base This is the side where the filtration pack will be positioned. and steel shoes in the corners STEP 7 STEP 8...
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The build process continued Row 8 Row 7 Return inlets Row 6 Row 5 Row 10 Skimmer Row 4 Row 9 Low suction Row 3 Row 2 Row 8 Tongue on top Row 1 Pool return inlets Row 7 STEP 13 STEP 14 STEP 15 Tap the timbers down gently using a scrap piece of wood.
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The build process continued View from inside of the pool Fastlane fittings STEP 19 STEP 19A STEP 20 Fit the return inlet, suction fittings as above. Fit the fast lane fittings if you are installing a Fastlane unit as Fit the return inlet and the lower suction fittings. well.
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The build process continued STEP 24 STEP 25 STEP 26 Repeat on other 3 sides with half timber tops. Place the upright posts in the steel shoes with the holes facing Align the upright posts with the wall holes. outwards. Do not fix the uprights in the shoes. DO NOT fix the upright posts to the steel base shoes (only fix at the top) as it is important that the pool timbers are allowed to dry and settle into the shoes.
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The build process continued STEP 30 STEP 31 STEP 32 Using the socket wrench firm up the nuts making sure that the Using straps around the ring beam whilst fitting makes the job View of the two corner bolts from above. washer is underneath.
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The build process continued STEP 36 STEP 37 STEP 38 The steel ring beam should lay tightly inside the timber ring Screw the metal ring beam to the wooden ring beam using Check that all the posts are upright. Tap the base beam all the way around the pool.
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The build process continued STEP 41 Assemble the filter, pump and fittings as shown.
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The build process continued Other end of hose Port can be used to drain the pool. Close valve off connected to the filter first, remove plug and connect pipe and open multi-port valve valve to drain. Cut and connect all hoses as shown return to the pool using the jubilee clips provided STEP 41A...
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The build process continued Align the holes STEP 47 STEP 48 STEP 49 Lay the foam base followed by the thin foam barrier. Cut the foam 20mm clear and around the skimer face and Cut the foam around the suction and return fittings. Tape the joints for each layer.
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The build process continued Tip: Please note: It may help to have some water in the pool Do not cut the hole too big to help pull the liner into position. STEP 53 STEP 54 STEP 55 Push the top of the liner into the top groove of the liner-lock. Continue pushing the liner into the liner-lock all around the When the water reaches the lower suction point, cut a small cross by feeling the pool and then push out the creases with your feet.
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See parts above required for fitting the Fastlane. Using the skimmer face plate mark the positions of the screw holes, screw IMPORTANT - Please make sure you are using the Certikin on using even pressure and then cut around the inside of the plate to expose supplied Fastlane fittings and the additional pieces shown from the entrance to the skimmer.
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The build process continued - Steps 61 to 72 are for Fastlane installation only STEP 65 STEP 66 STEP 67 Fit and silicon the black Fastlane fitting into the white threaded Attach the bar to the Fastlane. Instructions are provided with Squirt silicone into the hole for threaded rods.
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The build process continued - Steps 61 to 72 are for Fastlane installation only STEP 71 STEP 72 STEP 73 Replace grill and attach the top to complete.closed position. Attach the hose ends to the hydrolic pump (hose ends are Go around the pool gently tightening the nuts and checking colour coded).
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The build process continued Place the flange under the top STEP 77 STEP 78 STEP 79 Insert the 10mm coach screws and washers and gently tighten Select the side where the steps are to be positioned. Place the flange bracket so that the two holes shown are over the down with the socket wrench.
The build process continued STEP 83 STEP 84 Lean the steps against the pool with the eyes under the 96 x The top deck is delivered untreated, we have supplied preservatives and a 96 horizontal timber. Screw on the two spring bolts so as the brush and the tops must be treated before a final coat is applied.
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