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Zodiac Tradewinds Owner's Manual

Oval flat pool 1" rims
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INTRODUCTION AND SWIMMING POOL SAFETY
Swimming pools are fun and we want you to enjoy your new pool for years to come. Please spend some
time reading your Owner's Manual and Safety Packet (packaged with your pool) to understand the
operation and safety considerations of this product.
Serious permanent injury or death can occur in and around swimming pools. To prevent these tragic
accidents, please read, understand, and strictly enforce all safety rules.
You must post and maintain your safety sign and decals as instructed. If your sign or decals are missing
or damaged, please write for free replacements to:
97042
DECEMBER 2, 2003
Owner's Manual
Congratulations upon becoming a proud new pool
owner! We take pride in bringing you a quality product
which will afford years of pleasure. Your pool is an
investment which deserves your care and attention.
This pool is designed for residential use only. Do not
use for commercial applications.
Zodiac American Pools, Inc.
265 Industrial Blvd.
Midway, GA 31320
(800) 338-1013
English
Oval Flat Pool 1" Rims
© 2004 ZODIAC AMERICAN POOLS, INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED • MADE IN U.S.A..

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  • Page 1 Zodiac American Pools, Inc. 265 Industrial Blvd. Midway, GA 31320 (800) 338-1013 English 97042 © 2004 ZODIAC AMERICAN POOLS, INC. DECEMBER 2, 2003 Oval Flat Pool 1” Rims ALL RIGHTS RESERVED • MADE IN U.S.A..

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS As the owner, you have the most important role in reminding users of pool safety. You must set a safety example for your family and guests. Use common sense around your pool and demand that others use common sense. FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN PERMANENT INJURY, PARALYSIS FROM A BROKEN NECK, ELECTROCUTION OR DROWNING.
  • Page 3 FILTER SAFETY • If you use filters that are not manufactured by ZODIAC AMERICAN POOLS, INC. be sure that the filter is an Underwriters Listed product for the USA (for other countries, it must be CSA, TUV/CE, or NOM approved) for your own protection against electrical hazards.

  • Page 4: Important - Before You Start

    IMPORTANT - BEFORE YOU START 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS Take your time and read these instructions thoroughly before you begin the pool installation. Follow all instructions. Do not take short cuts. This pool is designed for residential use only. Do not use for commercial applications. 2.

  • Page 5: Tools You'll Need

    IMPORTANCE OF LEVEL POOL FOUNDATION Think of your above ground pool as a big dam. If the pool The amount of effort and care you put into the preparation is out of level or if the wall is worn or damaged, the of your pool foundation and maintenance of the pool wall uneven pressure can cause the wall to break or tip and can make a big difference in the life of your pool and liner.
  • Page 6 NOTES 97042 DECEMBER 2, 2003 (TRADWDINDS - Oval Flat Pool 1” Rims)
  • Page 7 1. MARK OFF POOL AREA AND REMOVE SOD Using the chart below and Figure 1, mark off pool area as shown. Measure carefully and drive pegs into the ground where indicated. a. Insert “A” pegs as shown (A to A) and connect with a string. b.
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  • Page 9 3. ASSEMBLE SUBSTRUCTURE a. Attach two “U” brackets to each bottom strap with 5/16-18 x 1/2" machine screws and hex nuts as shown in Figures 4 and 5. Insert brackets and screws from under side of straps. b. 12' and 18' OVALS Connect bottom straps and joiners to form strap assemblies as shown in Figure 8.
  • Page 10 TABS FASTEN TO SIDES OF UPRIGHT. TIGHTEN EQUALLY NOTE: Tabs will flex to fit upright. Top plate will have a 1/4” gap away from center upright. 97042 DECEMBER 2, 2003 (TRADWDINDS - Oval Flat Pool 1” Rims)
  • Page 11 4. ASSEMBLE CENTER UPRIGHTS Fasten top plate to sides of upright with two #10 x 1/2”screws (Figure 14). Fasten the top plate to the front of the upright with one #10 x 3/4" sheet metal screw (Figure 14) NOTE: Front tab will have 1/4” gap in front of center upright. Follow a.
  • Page 12 6. ASSEMBLE CIRCULAR BOTTOM FRAMEWORK a. Form a semicircle of rims and foot plates on each end of the pool as shown in Figure 20. Snap rims into foot plates engaging all tabs as shown in Figure 22. Where rims meet center uprights, insert ends into notch at base of upright (Figure 21). b.
  • Page 13 7. INSTALL POOL WALL Set coiled pool wall on a 2 X 2 wood board inside the pool area (FIG. 24). The perforated knockouts in the wall are for an optional thru-the-wall skimmer. Whether a skimmer is used or not, these knockouts MUST be positioned at the TOP of the pool (FIG.
  • Page 14 Follow these steps before adding sand to pool bottom or building cove. COVER THE POOL UNDERSTRUCTURE WITH VINYL OR PLASTIC. THIS WILL HELP PREVENT SAND DISPLACEMENT WHICH MAY EXPOSE THE LINER TO THE UNDERSTRUCTURE OF THE POOL AND DAMAGE THE LINER. TOP VIEW Pool Understructure...

  • Page 15: Line Level

    8. BUILD A COVE AROUND INSIDE BASE OF POOL a. Build an 8" cove of firmly packed masonry sand around the inside base of the pool frame (FIG. 28). USE DAMPENED SAND ONLY! DO NOT USE PEAT MOSS OR ANY TYPE OF “POOL BASE” MATERIAL. The cove is absolutely necessary as it prevents the liner from creeping underneath the wall and rupturing.
  • Page 16 9. INSTALL LINER Choose a warm, sunny day (at least 65°F) to install your liner. The liner is manufactured from a high grade flexible vinyl material. This material is designed to stretch into shape during installation; therefore, it must be warm enough to allow for the proper amount of stretch when installed in the pool.
  • Page 17 NOTES 97042 DECEMBER 2, 2003 (TRADWDINDS - Oval Flat Pool 1” Rims)
  • Page 18 10. ATTACH LINER TO POOL As pool fills, watch for tension and wrinkles in the liner. Release the clothespins periodically to relieve tension and remove wrinkles. Continue filling pool to 16" depth and stop. Remove a few clothespins at a time and release tension in liner side material. Replace the clothespins.
  • Page 19 NOTES 97042 DECEMBER 2, 2003 (TRADWDINDS - Oval Flat Pool 1” Rims)
  • Page 20 12. ASSEMBLE UPRIGHTS (CURVED ENDS) Fasten uprights to foot plates with three #10 x 1/2” screws. (FIG. 35) If you have the top plate and foot plate shown in FIG. 35: Hook the back flange of the top plate over the stabilizer then fasten top plate to upright with three #10 x 1/2”...
  • Page 21 TOP LEDGE - 12’, 15’ AND 18' OVAL CURVED END SLOTS FIG. 39 FIG. 37 FIG. 38 TOP LEDGE - STRAIGHT SIDE TOP LEDGE - 12' OVAL FIG. 38 CURVED END FIG. 40 NO DIVING DECAL AT- TACHED TO FOUR TOP LEDGES UPRIGHTS VARY LEDGE...
  • Page 22 13. INSTALL TOP LEDGES “NO DIVING” warning decals have been factory applied to four top ledges (Figure 40). Install one of these ledges at the entry/exit of your pool. Install the second ledge directly across the pool from the entry/exit location (Figure 41). Install remaining two top ledges with decals at 90°...
  • Page 23 16. INSTALL LEDGE COVERS There are three styles of ledge covers. Determine which style you have and follow assembly procedures appearing with the picture of your ledge cover. FIG. 44 1-1/2” FLAT HEAD SCREW SCREW CAP FIG. 45 1-1/2” FLAT HEAD SCREW INNER LEDGE COVER SCREW CAP...
  • Page 24 Pool Maintenance Your pool has a “winterized” liner which means you should never have to take the pool down or drain it. To get your pool ready for winter follow each of these important steps: 1. Winterizing Your Pool a. Vacuum and clean the pool. Remove and clean the according to the instructions.

  • Page 25: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS 97042 DECEMBER 2, 2003 (TRADWDINDS - Oval Flat Pool 1” Rims)
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  • Page 27: How To Order Repair Parts

    (1) BOTTOM STRAP (2) "U" BRACKET Zodiac American Pools, Inc. HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS If you find any of the parts missing or defective or if you cannot identify a problem, do not take the package or any part of the package back to the place of purchase. Instead, contact:...
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