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MANUAL #3 - ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
When installed, the Auto Pool Reel® operates with the switch rotated in the "ON"
position to cover and the "OFF" position to uncover the pool. Rotate the switch
to the middle to stop the cover at any time.
Please read Manual #1 - Operation and Safety Information before proceeding.
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- Page 1 ® MANUAL #3 - ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION When installed, the Auto Pool Reel® operates with the switch rotated in the "ON" position to cover and the "OFF" position to uncover the pool. Rotate the switch to the middle to stop the cover at any time.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Step 14: Trimming the End of the Pool Cover ............27 Watch the Step by Step Videos Please follow these assembly and installation instructions carefully. Failure to do so may result in the Auto Pool Reel not functioning properly and may void your warranty. PDD-1000S-03 2024... -
Page 3: Assembly Instructions
Prior to starting ensure you have two cartons. The first containing the A-Frame items and the second containing the Roller Tubes. 2 People Required It takes 2 people approximately 1 to 2 hours or so to assemble and set up the Auto Pool Reel unit. Watch the Videos It is recommended that you have your phone, tablet or laptop with you to watch the videos during assembly. -
Page 4: Shipping Boxes
Shipping Boxes The Auto Pool Reel is shipped in two cartons. Do not discard the cartons until your Auto Pool Reel is completely assembled and fully operational. A-Frames Roller Tubes (36” x 20” x 15”) (91” x 6” x 6”) -
Page 5: Parts List
Parts List Left A Frame Right A Frame Left Edge Guide Right Edge Guide (Installed in “A”) (Installed in “A”) Wire Bracket- 2 Pieces (Installed in A Frames) PDD-1000S-03 2024... - Page 6 Washer Phillips Self-Drilling Cable Ties 16 pcs Screw 20 pcs 8 pcs (plus 4 spares) (plus 4 spares) (plus 2 spares) Phillips Gear Cover Screw 2 pcs (plus 1 spare) PDD-1000S-03 2024...
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Page 7: Tools Required
Tools Required Tape Measure Pencil or Marker Scissors Safety Glasses Wire Fish Tool Phillips Screwdriver Cordless Drill Phillips Bit (or substitute with a Tape Measure) Pliers Rubber Mallet Drill Bits Tape " Important: Safety glasses must be worn when using the cordless drill. Do not proceed if you have not watched the Video Instructions Failure to do so will result in damages and void your warranty. -
Page 8: Assembly
Assembly Step 1: Assemble Tubes 1a) Assemble tubes by sliding them together with the large tube in the center. Note: Do not fasten the tubes together. They are to be fastened together at Step 6. Large Tube Large Tube Small Tube Small Tube Small Tubes Small Tube... -
Page 9: Step 2: Gear Cover Removal
Step 2: Gear Cover Removal A & B Remove the gear cover screw from each A-Frame using a Phillips screw driver (Gear Cover may already be removed when unit shipped). A&B See the Video Instructions for the following steps Failure to do so will result in damages and void your warranty. PDD-1000S 2021... -
Page 10: Step 3: Attach Tubes To A-Frames
Step 3: Attach Tubes to A-Frames Insert one end of the Tube Plug with Tubes over the A-Frame Gear Shafts while holding it stationary. A rubber mallet maybe required to slide the Tube Plug over the Gear Shaft . This can be done by gently tapping the Gear Shaft with the rubber mallet while holding Tubes and ensuring the... -
Page 11: Step 4: Route Cable Through A-Frames
Step 4: Route Cable through A-Frames 4a) Run the Wire Fish tool (or substitute with a measuring tape) through the Right A-Frame Tubes to the left A-Frame (with controls). Control Wire Fish Tool See Video Step 4a Cables 4b) Attach the connector ends of the long wires to the Wire Fish Tool, using tape, from the back of the Left A-Frame and slowly guide the wiring through the assembly as shown below. - Page 12 4c) Carefully and slowly pull the wiring through the assembly using the Wire Fish tool. It is important to protect the wiring from damage. If resistance is encountered, rotate the wire Fish Tool. Remove the tape attaching the wires to the Wire Fish Tool. From the right side, pull the wires gently until all the slack in the wires is removed, but do not pull tight.
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Page 13: Step 5: Secure Tubes To A-Frames
Step 5: Secure Tubes to A-Frames Ensure that the Tube Plug is completely inserted into the Tube with a 1/16 inch gap per side as per Step 3. With a pencil measure 1 inch from the edge of the Tube Plug on the Tube before using the 2 A &... -
Page 14: Step 6: Securing The Center Tubes
Step 6: Securing the Center Tubes A & B Adjust the A-Frames by pulling or pushing the A-Frame and A-Frame together or apart A & B gently to achieve the spacing “Pool Cover Assembled Width”. Then move the A-Frames C & D further apart Check to ensure that the Edge Guides remain over the pool. - Page 15 6 inches Tubes Locked Together Large Tube 4 Screws 4 Screws per side Tubes Locked Tubes Locked Together Together Note: If your pool cover is wider than 18’, it is recommended to add two additional self drilling screws Phillips supplied on each side when securing the Tubes together.
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Page 16: Step 7: Electrical Connections
Step 7: Electrical Connections 7a) Remove the Inside Cover on the Right A-Frame Inside Cover 7b) Insert the two connector ends into the Right A-Frame hole located under the gear bracket and connect to the matching connectors inside. hole under gear connectors bracket This is critical - See Video Step 7... -
Page 17: Step 8: Securing Wires To Wire Bracket
Step 8: Securing Wires to Wire Bracket The wires on the right-side A-Frame can now be secured to the Wire Bracket From right side A-Frame , pull the wires gently until all the slack in the wires is removed. Then push the wires 2 inch back into the tube. -
Page 18: Step 9: Testing The Auto Pool Reel Rotation
9a) Plug the Auto Pool Reel into a GFCI electrical outlet, the top LED will light up indicating you have power to the APR. If top LED is not illuminated, please ensure your electrical outlet has power. - Page 19 C & D A & B 9c) Verify the Gears in the left and right Edge Guides are rotating on both A-Frames Gear Gear C & D If the motor shafts or Gears in the Edge Guides are not rotating please review to Step 7: Electrical Connections.
- Page 20 A & B 9e) The Tubes will rotate clockwise. Verify motor shafts and gears on both A-Frames rotating. Tubes will turn Motor shafts and gears will turn See Video Step 9 C & D A & B 9f) The Gears in the left and right Edge Guides will be stationary on both A-Frames Gear Gear...
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Page 21: Step 10: Replacement Of A-Frame Covers
Step 10: Replacement of A-Frame Covers 10a) With the wires attached to the Wire Bracket pull the remaining wires into the right A-Frame Loop and tape the excess wires in the Right A-Fame . Install the inside cover to the right A-Frame Loop &... -
Page 22: Step 11: Positioning Of The Auto Pool Reel
(4in–6in). Note: It is recommended that the Auto Pool Reel be secured to your deck once the assembly and installation is complete to prevent winds or being accidently pushed into your Pool. Failing to do so will result in voiding the warranty. -
Page 23: Step 12: Feed The Cover Into The Pool Cover Drive System
Step 12: Feed the Cover into the Pool Cover Drive System Tractor Feed Strip attached (see Manual #2 - 12a) Place the assembled Pool Cover with Tractor Feed Strip Installation ) onto the pool with the bubble side facing down Pool Cover straps (not supplied) can also be used with the Tractor Feed Strips extending past the pool cover. - Page 24 See Video Step 12 “This Side UP” Label Should be visible Bubble Side Facing Down Tractor Feed Hinge Facing Down PDD-1000S-03 2024...
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Page 25: Step 13: Attaching Pool Cover To The Tube Assembly
Step 13: Attaching Pool Cover to the Tube Assembly With the cover and strips at the same height past the edge guides as set in step 12b, the cover can now be attached. Pool Cover straps (not supplied) can also be used with the Tractor Feed Strips extending past the pool cover. - Page 26 It should be noted that the pool cover may be 5” on one side and a few inches more on the other side. This is normal and will not affect the operation of the APR. 5 to 6 inches...
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Page 27: Step 14: Trimming The End Of The Pool Cover
If not, trim the Pool Cover parallel with scissors to the pool coping. Ensure the Auto Pool Reel is in the final location with the edge guides over the pool edge (4 – 6 inches). Most Pools are not square and your pool cover and may not line up to the end of the pool edge.
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