Endless Pools FastLane Technical manual

Operation
Lo ation
Models
Equipment
Ele tri al
November 2010
Fastlane®
The
Fastlane
Planning
Guide
The
Fastlane®
Planning
Guide

Operation
Location
HOW THE FASTLANE WORKS
The system has two parts: a remotely located Hydraulic
Power Unit that powers the swim current and the
Swim Unit that mounts poolside. These components
are connected by two hydraulic hoses designed to keep
electricity away from the water.
The poolside Swi Unit includes a special sealed stainless
steel hydraulic otor that turns our custo -designed 16"
propeller. An innovative channeling syste straightens and
s oothes the swi current. The otor is powered by
hydraulic fluid that is carried through 1/2" dia eter
hoses fro the Power Unit to the Swi Unit. Water
enters the botto of the Fastlane fro all direc-
tions through a perforated stainless steel
(type 316L) intake grill.
The rugged 5 horsepower Power
Unit is typically located with
your other pool equip ent,
keeping any electricity away
fro the pool. The re ote
Hydraulic Power Unit con-
tains 5 gallons of
biodegradable vegetable-
based hydraulic fluid that is
pu ped to the Swi Unit. By
varying the flow of oil you change the
speed of the propeller and thus the swi current.
USING YOUR FASTLANE
Learning to use your Fastlane takes
only seconds. Turn the Fastlane on
by pressing the On/Off button on
your remote control. Position yourself
on the wall opposite the Swim Unit so that
you can swim into the current. While it is easy to look
up and center yourself on the current, we recommend
our optional floor mirror. Placed on your pool bottom,
the mirror will help center you in the current
as well as provide valuable feed-
back on your stroke.
When changing the speed with the
Slower and Faster buttons on your
re ote control, wait a few seconds for
the current to adjust. Set the water
speed at a co fortable level for your needs.
Re e ber, since you never stop and turn at
a wall, you will tire 20% to 30% faster than
when swi ing laps.
To stop swi ing, si ply swi out of the current.
Press the On/Off button on your re ote control to turn
off the Power Unit. Restart whenever you want by press-
ing the On/Off button. The current will return to the last
speed progra ed into the re ote. In addition, the Fastlane
has a built-in safety ti er that shuts the current off after
30 inutes.
CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR YOUR SWI UNIT
The Fastlane can be installed in virtually any new or
existing in-ground concrete, gunite, masonry, vinyl-lined
or fiberglass pool, and in many aboveground pools as
well. The Swim Unit can be placed in water as shallow as
35". Generally speaking, if the pool is deep enough for
swimming in, it’s deep enough for a Fastlane.
Your Fastlane arrives via UPS and can be installed in any pool.
Once electricity is brought to the Power Unit, a reasonably
handy ho eowner can attach the Deck Mount Fastlane to an
existing pool deck and be swi ing in an hour or two. A pool
contractor, however, will typically install the Wall Mount
Fastlane during the pool’s construction. The cost and co plexi-
ty of each task is site dependent.
The Swi Unit ust be installed no closer than 24" fro any
adjacent wall.
Select a location for the Swi Unit that is at least 12' fro the
opposing wall of the pool (see diagra to the right). This will
provide you a luxurious “lane” to swi in.
Alternative desirable
locations
Unfavorable locations
NOTE: To ensure a turbu-
lent-free swim current, it is
key to position the Swim
Unit away from surrounding
walls, benches, stairs, etc. The
installed Swim Unit should
be at least 24 inches from an
adjacent wall or obstruction
and at least 14 feet from an
opposing wall or obstruction.
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THE FASTLANE®
The Fastlane produces a smooth even swim current in any pool. Adjustable from zero up to a 1:10 hundred
yard pace (1:16/100 meters) the Fastlane allows you to swim in place for as long as you like. Converts any small
pool into a perfect place for fitness swimming.
A Fastlane is not a toy. It is a serious swi ing achine intended for fitness swi ing.
It should never be used by children without proper adult supervision.
Remote
Control

19"
Models
WALL OUNT FASTLANE FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION
The Wall Mount Fastlane attaches directly to your pool wall with the use
of a wall ount bracket. The hydraulic hoses that carry the fluid fro the
Power Unit to the Swi Unit and back are hidden in the pool wall and
under the pool deck. Because the wall ount bracket is i bedded in the
pool wall, the Wall Mount Fastlane is ideal for new pool construction or
pool refurbish ent.
DECK OUNT FASTLANE FOR EXISTING POOLS
The Deck Mount Fastlane can be installed in any pool at any ti e. A deck
ount hose cover conceals the hydraulic hoses and is attached to the pool
deck. The hydraulic hoses that carry the fluid fro the Power Unit to the
Swi unit and back run along your pool deck or can be hidden in a trench.
The Deck Mount Fastlane will typically be installed in an existing backyard
pool. If winterizing a pool, the Deck Mount Fastlane can be easily re oved
and stored for the off-season. The hydraulic fluid that re ains in the hoses
will not freeze even in cold cli ates.
If installing the Deck Mount Fastlane to an existing pool, there ust be
18" of solid decking fro the water’s edge to the ounting site because
the Swi Unit is bolted to the pool deck. If your decking is not this wide,
a s all concrete pad can be poured to secure the ounting bracket.
When installed, the Fastlane Swi Unit extends 20" into your pool and 18"
onto the pool deck.
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35"
Water Line
The De k Mount Fastlane System
1. Swim Unit 2. Intake grill
3. Outlet grill 4. Deck Cover
5. Hydraulic Hoses 6. Power Unit
Hose anagement Systems. The Deck M unt
Fastlane c mes standard with h se clips t secure
the h ses t the p l deck. There are tw additi nal
pti ns t manage the h ses.
Option 1: Deck Drain: A 2"-wide, 4"-deep trench
acr ss the deck, ur Deck Drain channel
acc mm dates the h ses and accepts an
attractive snap- n c ver.
Option 2: Conduit: If y u wish t hide these h ses
c mpletely, y u can use appr priate
c nduit material which may be buried
under the p l deck. Please call y ur
design team.
The Wall Mount Fastlane System
1. Swim Unit 2. Intake grill
3. Outlet grill 4. Stainless steel grab rail
5. Wall ount Bracket 6.
7. Power Unit
8. Hydraulic Hose System. The Wall M unt Fastlane
Swim Unit is c nnected t the Hydraulic P wer Unit
by tw hydraulic h ses. Tw 25-f t lengths f h se
are included with y ur Fastlane. Additi nal hydraulic
h se ia available f r purchase.
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Clearance
Guidelines
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Two 1" flexible
polyethelene conduits
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Endless Pools, In .
1601 Dutton Mill Rd
Aston, PA 19014-2831
www.endlesspools. om
swim@endlesspools. om
800.732.8660 US
0800.520.0433 UK
610.497.8676 Lo al
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Equipment
Electricity
EQUIP ENT PLACE ENT
In addition to planning for the pool site, you must also plan the location for the Hydraulic Power Unit that pumps
fluid to turn the Swim Unit propeller that creates the swim current. This unit is typically placed next to your other
pool equipment.
Hydraulic Power Unit
The 5 hp Power Unit pu ps hydraulic fluid (non-food grade vegetable oil) that turns the propeller and generates the swi
current. The Power Unit operates only when the swi current is on. The Power Unit can be located adjacent to your other pool
equip ent. If placed outside, the optional Outdoor Power Unit with Weather Guard should be purchased to protect it fro the
everyday ele ents. The Power Unit should not be subjected to driving rain and ust be placed on solid ground. This is an
air-cooled unit and ust have a ple ventilation. A ini u of 12" air space ust be provided on all sides. In addition, while
frequent access is not required, it is i perative the Power Unit is accessible for general aintenance.
Power Unit
1. Return line fro the Swi Unit to the Power Unit
2. 5 hp electric otor
3. Pressure line fro Power Unit to propeller
with pressure relief valve, factory set to 4.8 GPM
4. Hydraulic fluid reservoir with hydraulic gear pu p
ELECTRICAL REQUIRE ENTS
It is imperative that the Fastlane installation complies with the National Electric Code Article 680 Swimming Pools
and Similar Installations and any other applicable local codes and ordinances. The Fastlane is ETL listed, Ref.
#2001770, and CE listed. A licensed electrician can help with this review and must perform all electrical work.
Below are some of the most important considerations.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI)
All equip ent provided by Endless Pools, Inc. and all associated pool equip ent ust be protected by GFCI.
These GFCI circuits ust be tested onthly.
Power Unit Connections
The Fastlane requires a single 30-A p, 220-Volt GFCI circuit to operate. An electrician ust install a disconnect
box within 6 feet of the Power Unit location.
Bonding
Both the Swi Unit and Power Unit have bonding lugs. Proper bonding with a #8 or larger solid copper wire is required.
Consideration
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Pool utilizing salt chlorine gerators pose a significant hazard to pool equipment,
including a Fastlane. While we use the finest 316L stainless steel available, proper
bonding and water chemestry controll become more important. Refer specically to
our warranty.
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