How To Install An Inground Swimming Pool Cover

PoolKits | September 4, 2014

Installing A Rectangular Swimming Pool Cover

1. Remove all swimming pool ladders and handrails
2. Measure the swimming pool and the pool cover. This will determine the overlap of the pool cover. Take the difference on width and length and divide by two. The overlap can vary from 10 to 15 inches.
3. Place cover over the swimming pool carefully so you do not snag or damage the cover. The cautionary label should be facing up. Adjust to the overlap determined in step 1. Use something on the straps to hold the pool cover in place (buckets of water or bags of sand).
4. Mark the anchor points at the center of each wall. They are located 18 inches from the edge of the swimming pool cover. Install the anchors. (See anchor section)
5. Attach straps to the springs, then place the springs on the anchors
6. Continue with the anchor points for the rest of the pool cover. With all anchors and springs installed, recheck all the anchors and straps to make sure they are secured and adjusted with equal tension. Keep reading for more information on how to install an inground swimming pool cover.
How To Install An Inground Swimming Pool Cover

Installing A Free Form Swimming Pool Cover

1. Remove all swimming pool ladders and handrails
2. Measure the pool and the pool cover. This will determine the overlap of the cover. Take the difference on width and length and divide by two. The overlap can vary from 10 to 15 inches.
3. Place cover over the pool carefully so you do not snag or damage the pool cover. Thecautionary label should be facing up Adjust to the overlap determined in step 1.Use something on the straps to hold the cover in place (buckets of water or bags of sand).
4. Mark the anchor points as shown below .They are located 18 inches from the edge of the cover. Install the anchors.(See anchor section)
5. Attach straps to the springs, then place the springs on the anchors
6. Continue with the anchor points for the rest of the pool cover. With all anchors and springs installed, recheck all the Anchors and straps to make sure they are secured and adjusted with equal tension.

Swimming Pool Deck Anchor Installation

WARNING: Always wear goggles or other appropriate eye protection while installing deck anchors or other pool equipment using power tools. After the cover has the initial anchors, layout the remaining straps (18″ from edge of cover).On rectangles you can use a chalk line to make sure the anchors are in a straight line.

Tools needed:
• Rotary Hammer Drill
• 3/4″ Concrete Bit
• Chalk Line
• Hammer
• Goggles/protective Eyewear
Swimming Pool Cover Deck Anchors

Installing On Concrete Swimming Pool Decks

1. Drill about 2-1/4″ inches into the pool deck using a rotary hammer drill with a 3/4 inch masonry bit. Vacuum or flush out the concrete dust in the bottom of the hole.
2. Remove the anchor insert from the anchor. Place the brass anchor into the hole and tamp it down carefully until flush with the swimming pool deck using the tamper tool. Do not drive the anchor in with the anchor insert in place.
3. Screw the anchor insert into the anchor with the hex key, with around 1/3 of the anchor insert above the deck to secure the spring. Give us a call if you have questions about How To Install An Inground Swimming Pool Cover.Pool Deck Anchor

Installing On Other Swimming Pool Deck Surfaces

1. For Brick, Pavers, Stone (or for wood decks less than 1-5/8″) to be installed, you will need a 3/4″ I.D. conduit or pipe that is 15″ in length. Drill into the pool deck using a rotary hammer drill with an appropriate size masonry bit. Vacuum or flush out the concrete dust in the bottom of the hole.
2. Remove the brass insert from the anchor. Place the brass anchor into the pipe and drive the pipe into the hole and tamp it down carefully until flush with the deck using the a block of wood. Do not drive the anchor in with the anchor insert in place.
3. Screw the brass insert into the casing with the hex key, with around 1/3 of the anchor insert above the swimming pool deck to secure the spring.

Swimming Pool Cover Spring Installation

Swimming Pool Cover Springs

Installing Pool Cover Springs Onto The Anchors

1. Place the installation rod through the round end of the spring with notch in rod facing away from pool cover.
2. Place the end of rod over the anchor insert.
3. Pivot the rod away from the edge of the swimming pool cover until the spring slides over the anchor insert.
4. Rotate the installation rod until the rod is free.
5. The springs should be compressed 50%
6. After initial installation recheck the spring tension to make sure it is correct the cover should fit tightly.
A loose cover can sag and become damaged. Give us a call if you have How To Install An Inground Swimming Pool Cover.
Pool Cover Installation

Removing Your Swimming Pool Cover

1 Place the installation rod over the spring where it connects to the anchor. Make sure the notch is facing away from the pool cover.
2. Rotate the installation rod until the spring is over the end of the installation rod.
3. Pull the rod toward the cover so the spring slides up the rod and relieves tension.
4. Using the Hex Key provided rotate the anchor insert until it is flush with the insert.
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Caring For Your Swimming Pool Cover

1. Make sure the pool kits water level is never allowed to fall below 18” from the main deck level. Allowing a low water level will result in cover and/or spring damage during periods of snow accumulation. This type damage will not be covered under the warranty.
2. Do not walk on the pool cover unless their is an emergency situation. It should not be jumped upon like a trampoline. Walking or jumping on the swimming pool cover could result in damage not covered by the warranty
3. Proper chemical treatment is necessary when closing the pool kit for the winter. The chemical levels should be checked in the spring, adjust as necessary.
4. Strips to protect against abrasion are sewn to the cover to protect against normal
coping wear.
5. It is up to the installer to, when necessary, add protective padding to sharp corners or very rough areas of the pool kit.
6. The swimming pool cover should be stored in its storage bag when not installed. Any leaves and debris should be cleaned from the cover before storing.
7. The pool cover should be stored in an area free of rodents.
8. Never swim in your swimming pool kit with the inground pool cover when it is partially installed.
9. Check the pool cover periodically to be sure the cover is secured tightly on the pool. Adjust the straps to achieve the proper tension.
10. Do not to drag the pool cover on decking or over the cover springs. Tears resulting from mishandling will not be covered under the warranty. Give us a call if you have questions about How To Install An Inground Swimming Pool Cover.

How To Install An Inground Swimming Pool Cover

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