Endless Pools FastLane User manual

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FASTLANE POOLTM
Fastlane Swim Unit & Platform Water Quality System
OWNER’S MANUAL

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RECEIVING THE FASTLANE POOL
The Fastlane Pool is shipped via UPS and contains at least 13 packages:
1. Qty 6 – for 17’ pool, qty 8 - Top 130 cm Straight Tubes, wider (See section titled,
POOL POSITIONING, Part Description, Part B)
2. Qty 1 - Electric Heater (optional)
Qty 1 - Skimmer
Qty 1 - Plumbing & Start-Up Kit
Qty 1 - Reinforced Fabric-Wall Pool Liner (Part A)
Qty 1 - Vinyl bag with pins and patches
Qty 1 - Water Quality Pump
Qty 1 - Filter Cartridge Housing
Qty 1 - Nature 2 Kit
Qty 1 - PVC Water Quality System Support Base
3. Qty 1 - Solar Cover, 8’ x 16’
4. Qty 4 - Top 60 cm Straight Tubes, wider (Part C)
Qty 6 - For 17’ pool, qty 8 - Straight Bottom Tubes, thinner (Part F)
5. Qty 5 - For 17’ pool, qty 6 - Vertical Struts (Part G)
Qty 4 - Top Corner Tubes, wider (Part D)
6. Qty 5 - For 17’ pool, qty 6 - Vertical Struts (Part G)
Qty 4 - Bottom Corner Tubes, thinner (Part E)
7. Qty 1 - Ready-to-Assemble Pool Ladder
8. Qty 1 - Roll of PVC Flex, 50’ x 1.5” schedule 40
9. Qty 1 - Hydraulic Fluid container, 5 Gallon Bucket
10.Qty 1 - Fastlane Swim Unit Housing
11.Qty 1 - Fastlane Swim Unit Base with attached 25’ Hydraulic Hoses
12.Qty 1 - Hydraulic Power Unit with Controller Box, Wireless Controllers and Antenna
13.Qty 1 - Accessory Kit, which includes:
a. Qty 1 - Hanging Bracket
b. Qty 1 - Top Bumper Piece
c. Qty 1 - Extension Bumper
d. Qty 1 - Top Section of the Fastlane Swim Unit Housing
e. Qty 4 - Liner Grommets
f. Qty 2 - Hydraulic Hose protective channel sections
g. Qty 1 - Bonding Kit
h. Qty 1 - Owner’s Manual Kit, which includes:
Qty 1 - Fastlane Pool Owner’s Manual
Qty 34 - 10-32, 3/4” Screws, 316L Stainless Steel, M/S, Phillips Truss
Qty 10 - 10-32, 1” Screws, 316L Stainless Steel, M/S, Phillips Truss
Qty 2 - Adapters, 8 JIC Female x 6 JIC Male
14. Additional Hydraulic Run Hose (optional) – length will vary by order
15.+ Various Options Purchased (Floor Mirror, Swim Pace Display, etc.)

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POOL POSITIONING
To ensure ideal operation of the Fastlane Pool, consider the following steps when selecting
a location for the pool.
Look for an area that receives maximum sunlight for increased heat and extended
use.
Find a location with minimal wind exposure to minimize heat loss.
Be aware of the amount of trees and shrubbery around the pool to limit the amount
of debris that may accumulate in the pool.
Select a location with accessibility to water and electric sources.
Consider privacy when selecting a location.
GROUND PREPARATION
The surface the Fastlane Pool is to be assembled on must be firm and level. The Fastlane
Pool must be installed as level as possible, within 2”- 3” of level (from the highest point to
the lowest point of the pool). If the pool will be assembled on a sloping surface, be sure to
install the skimmer on the lower side to ensure that it will not suck air into the pump. If
the ground is not level and it is desired to make a more level surface, take the earth from
the high area of the uneven surface; do not add earth to the low area of the surface. Once
the surface is level, clear any debris or sharp objects that may be uncomfortable to walk on
or could become a puncture hazard for the liner. Foam flooring may be added under the
liner for additional comfort.
The pool is comprised of various parts. Therefore, before proceeding with installation,
ensure that all necessary parts for the pool are present and group like parts together.
Part Description Quantity
(A) Liner 1
(B) Top 130 cm straight tubes (wider) 6 (8 for Longer Fastlane Pool)
(C) Top 60 cm straight tubes (wider) 4
(D) Top corner tubes (wider) 4
(E) Bottom corner tubes (thinner) 4
(F) Straight bottom tubes (thinner) 6 (8 for Longer Fastlane Pool)
(G) Struts 10 (12 for Longer Fastlane Pool)
A
BD
E
F
G
C

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The supporting legs, or struts (Part G), support much of the weight of the Fastlane Pool and
may need additional support in “soft ground” installations, or in areas that may experience
excess ground water. A 2”x 8” x 22” piece of lumber installed under each strut’s base and
leveled with the ground is very effective. Make sure the entire base of each strut is on the
2” x 8” lumber as any over-hang may result in bending of the strut. A concrete slab of the
similar dimensions may be used as well. Please note that any support(s) added under the
pool structure must be recessed so that the top of the support is level with the ground
surface. Lifting the struts or frame in any manner may cause excessive stress on the liner
and frame, and may void the Fastlane Pool warranty. (Refer to Diagram #1: Supporting
Legs / Struts.)
DIAGRAM #1: SUPPORTING LEGS / STRUTS
POOL ASSEMBLY
1. Unfold and spread out liner (Part A) on the prepared area. NOTE: Keep in mind
the desired “swim direction” when positioning the liner, because when the
Fastlane Pool is fully assembled, the swim direction will be headed towards
the skimmer.
2. Align the struts (Part G) with the prepared cut outs at top of liner.
Skimmer
Pocket

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3. Connect bottom tubes (Part F) to struts (Part G) one at a time to make the four sides
of the pool. Connect corner tubes (Part E) to the open ends of both struts to finish
each of the four corners.
4. Connect the top tubes (Parts B and C) together. NOTE: The shorter tube (Part C)
is always the last tube on the right when facing the pool wall. (Refer to
Diagram #2: Wider Straight Tube Layout.)
DIAGRAM #2: WIDER STRAIGHT TUBE LAYOUT
Standard (9’ x 13’) Fastlane Pool Longer (9’ x 17’) Fastlane Pool
C
B
DDC
B

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5. Feed the connected top tubes (Parts B and C) into the corresponding sleeves of the
liner. Be sure to align the top tube slots with the matching cutouts in the liner, and
then insert the corresponding struts (Part G) into the top tube slots.
6. Insert and connect the top corner tubes (Part D). It may be helpful to insert both
ends of corner tube into the corresponding liner sleeves, and then pull back on the
corner tube to connect one end at a time to the top rails (Parts B and C).
7. Ensure that all tubes around the perimeter are completely nested in one another and
properly connected, and that no parts of the frame are racked or crooked.
8. Slowly begin to fill the pool with water until the bottom of the liner is almost taught.
Remove any wrinkles in the pool liner at this time, as it will be difficult to do so once
there are more than just a few inches of water in the pool.
9. To prevent leaking issues, it is very important to plumb and plug both through walls
before the water level reaches the two pre-cut holes in the liner. For more
information, refer to the section in this Owners’ Manual titled, WATER QUALITY
SYSTEM, SKIMMER & THRU-WALL FITTINGS.
10.Once these holes have been plugged, assemble the Fastlane Swim Unit.

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FASTLANE SWIM UNIT ASSEMBLY
1. Verify that all items have arrived. NOTE: If using a power drill, do NOT over
tighten the screws, as this will strip the thread in the PVC of the Fastlane
Swim Unit.
2. Carefully unpack the Swim Unit Housing, Swim Unit Base and its components from
box numbers 10, 11 and 13 (Refer to section titled, RECEIVING THE FASTLANE
POOL). Remove and verify all hardware kits from inside. Close the boxes and flip
them upside down on the ground to use as a workbench or collapse the boxes and
use as a smooth surface to protect the components from scratching.
3. Turn the Swim Unit Housing upside down on the box or another smooth surface.
Remove the block of wood by removing the screws that attach the wood to the Swim
Unit Housing. The wood is for packaging purposes only and may be discarded.
4. Remove the screws on the two sides and the front of the Swim Unit Housing that
secure the throat. Set the throat and the screws aside to be used in Step 13.
5. Set the Swim Unit Base on the cardboard box with the cylinder facing up. Lay the
hydraulic hoses that come pre-attached to the Swim Unit Base to each side so that
they are out of the way. Flip the Swim Unit Housing over and set on top of the Swim
Unit Base. Secure the Swim Unit Base to the Swim Unit Housing by using six of the
1” stainless steel screws provided (three screws on each side). NOTE: Do not
over-tighten.
6. Carefully feed the bond wire that is attached to the Swim Unit Base up through the
horizontal honeycomb grill located in the bottom of the Swim Unit Housing and up
through the turning vanes. Install the grab rail using six 3/4” stainless steel screws
and the six 10-32 stainless steel lock nuts provided. Secure the bond wire that has
been fed up through the turning vanes under one of the six screws. Secure the
other bond wire that has been pre-installed in the Swim Unit Housing under a second
screw in the grab rail. NOTE: Do not over-tighten.

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7. Run the hydraulic hose up the back of the Swim Unit Housing so that the PVC
hydraulic hose protective channel will cover the hose. Firmly secure but do NOT
over tighten the eight stainless screws per channel. Repeat for the second
hose.
8. Once both protective channels are attached, pull the two hydraulic hoses tight and
secure them to the top of the Swim Unit Housing using the green hose clamps
provided. To accomplish this, unscrew the green hose clamps, insert the hoses, and
re-screw the clamps snugly into the top of the Swim Unit Housing. Feed the bond
wire (from Step 6) to the back of the Swim Unit Housing along one of the hydraulic
hoses.
9. Attach the acrylic hanging bracket to the back of the Swim Unit Housing with four of
the 3/4” stainless steel screws. NOTE: Do not over-tighten. Leave the two top
screw holes unused.

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10.Attach the top bumper piece (length of PVC pipe) to the Swim Unit Housing through
the unused screw holes (top holes from Step 9) in the acrylic hanging bracket using
two of the ten 1” stainless steel screws. NOTE: Do not over-tighten.
11.Attach the lower extension bumper (length of PVC flex pipe) to the rear of the Swim
Unit Base using two 3/4” stainless steel screws. NOTE: Do not over-tighten.
12.Attach the wheels to the Swim Unit base. Slide the axle through the two holes that
are marked in yellow on the intake grill in the Swim Unit base. These holes have
been widened to allow the axle to pass through freely. There are a total of four large
and two small washers used in the wheel assembly. Be sure that two large washers
are located between each wheel and the intake grill. Secure the wheels to the axle
with one smaller washer between the screw and the wheel on both sides.
13.Re-install the throat that was removed previously in Step 4.
14.Place the Swim Unit on the ground and roll it close to the Fastlane Pool location for
installation. Be careful not to tip over the Swim Unit, as it is front-heavy.
15.Once the pool is nearly full and the liner is taught and wrinkle-free, carefully lift the
assembled Fastlane Swim Unit into the pool at the skimmer end. Lower and position
the Swim Unit so that the acrylic hanger “clips” on to the top straight tube (Part B)
as shown in Step 18. The Swim Unit should be centered along the end of the pool.
16.The hydraulic hoses can be simply left hanging over the top of the pool wall to run
back to the Power Unit, or they can be fed through the pool wall as described in

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Steps 17 & 18. Attach the bond wire to the nearest supporting strut (Part G) using
the provided self-drilling / self-tapping screw to bond the Swim Unit to the pool’s
structural frame.
(NOTE: Steps 17 & 18 are optional, skip to Step 19 if choosing not to feed hoses
through the pool wall)
17. If a more finished look is desired, four rubber grommets have been provided to fit
into holes that can be cut into the top white section of the liner. Once the Fastlane
Swim Unit has been properly placed in the pool and is centered along the width of
the pool, locate the holes through which the hydraulic lines will run. Using a
permanent marker (while outside the pool and along the exposed side of the acrylic
hanger), dot the liner with two marks, each being 1-1/2” away from the vertical
edges of the hanger (away from center) and 3” down from the top of the pool. Place
a rubber grommet over the marks so that they are centered in the grommet
openings. Trace the INSIDE of the grommets onto the liner. Using a utility knife
with a sharp blade, SLOWLY and CAREFULLY cut out the traced circles. Refer to
photo in Step 18 to verify hole location before cutting. NOTE: Cutting small
curves or a circle with a utility knife can be difficult. It may be best to work
in many small straight cuts for accuracy.
18.Push the grommets into the holes so that the fabric edges tuck inside the grooves of
the grommets. Repeat this process again for two more holes inside the pool. NOTE:
When complete, the hydraulic hoses and bonding wire will be passing
through two layers of fabric. It is important to feed the hydraulic hoses and
bonding wire through both grommets, starting from inside the pool and then feeding
them through the outer layer of fabric as shown in the photo below.
19.Install the top cover of the Swim Unit Housing using six 3/4” stainless steel screws
(three screws on each side).
20.Run the hydraulic hoses back to the Hydraulic Power Unit. Using the provided
bonding lug and self-drilling / self-tapping screw, fasten the bonding lug to the
bottom of the same strut used in Step 16 (when the Fastlane Swim Unit was bonded
to the pool’s structural frame). To bond the Fastlane Swim Unit and Fastlane Pool
structure to the rest of the pool equipment, run a #8 AWG bare copper wire from the
bonding lug (that was just attached) to the rest of the Water Quality System
equipment and Hydraulic Power Unit. Always be sure to verify any additional
bonding requirements that may be dictated by local codes and ordinances.

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WATER QUALITY SYSTEM, SKIMMER & THRU-WALL FITTINGS
Plumbing and Start-up Kit (See section titled, RECEIVING THE FASTLANE POOL, Box #2)
Qty 1 - Jar PVC Cleaner
Qty 1 - Jar PVC Glue
Qty 4 - Pre-Plumbed pieces (Refer to section titled, ASSEMBLING THE WATER
QUALITY SYSTEM, Figures 1-5, but note Figures 4 & 5 are dependent upon
optional electric heater purchase.)
Qty 1 - 1 1/2” PVC adaptor, mpt x female slip
Qty 1 - 1 1/2” PVC pipe section, 7” length
Qty 1 - 1 1/2” PVC street elbow, mpt x female slip
Qty 1 - 1 1/2” PVC threaded eyeball / nozzle fitting
Qty 2 - 1 1/2” PVC threaded plugs
Qty 2 - 1 1/2” PVC thru-wall fitting, thread (inside) x slip (outside)
Qty 2 - 1 1/2” PVC street elbow, male slip x female slip
Qty 2 - 1 1/2” PVC pipe section, 2 1/2” length
Qty 2 - 1 1/2” PVC union, female slip x female slip
Qty 1 - Roll of PVC Flex, 50’ x 1.5” schedule 40 (See section titled, RECEIVING THE
FASTLANE POOL, Box #8)
Additional Tools Required
Tape measure
Hack saw
SKIMMER ASSEMBLY
1. Slide the skimmer into the supporting skimmer pocket, making sure that the holes in
the skimmer face (and face plate) align with the pre-cut holes in the skimmer
pocket.
2. Align and place the skimmer faceplate on the outside of the skimmer pocket and
affix it to the skimmer face by using the provided screws.
3. Snap in the weir door, add the basket and push the lid into place. Only use the
included skimmer plate if using a vacuum or suction cleaning system.

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CONNECTING SKIMMER / SUCTION WALL FITTING
(Refer to Diagram #3: Skimmer / Suction Thru-Wall Diagram)
Push fitting (#8) through the wall of the pool from the inside. MAKE SURE TO USE A
GASKET (#9) on both sides of the wall of the pool. Place the cork ring next to the
gasket outside the pool and secure the wall-fitting nut (#10) to (#8) now sticking
through the pool wall. Tighten with a large pair of channel locks. Make sure the nut
is very snug but do not over-tighten, as this may crack the fitting.
Thread the male portion of the male adaptor (#3) into the bottom of the skimmer.
NOTE: No glue or tape is necessary to complete this step.
Inside the pool, thread the male portion of the threaded street elbow (#5) into the
thru-wall fitting (#8). NOTE: No glue or tape is necessary to complete this
step.
Press the connection pipe (#4) into the male adapter (#3), then press the other end
of the pipe into the female end of the threaded 90 (#5). NOTE: It may be
necessary to lift slightly on skimmer to make this connection.
Outside the pool, glue the male portion of the street ell (#6) into the tailpiece of the
thru-wall fitting (#8).
When the water quality system equipment needs maintenance, the threaded street
elbow fitting (#5) should be removed and the provided plug should be threaded into
the thru-wall fitting (#8) to prevent the pool from draining.
DIAGRAM #3: SKIMMER / SUCTION THRU-WALL DIAGRAM
Thru-Wall

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CONNECTING RETURN WALL FITTING
(Refer to Diagram #4: Return Wall Fitting Diagram)
•Push fitting (#8) through the wall of the pool from the inside. MAKE SURE TO USE A
GASKET (#9) on both sides of the wall of the pool. Place the cork ring next to the
gasket outside the pool and secure the wall-fitting nut (#10) to (#8) now sticking
through the pool wall. Tighten with a large pair of channel locks. Make sure the nut is
very snug but do not over-tighten, as this may crack the fitting.
•Outside the pool, glue the male portion of the street elbow (#6) into the tailpiece of the
thru-wall fitting (#8).
•From inside the pool, thread the eyeball fitting into the thru-wall fitting (#8). Point the
eyeball towards the bottom of the pool for optimal water circulation in the Fastlane Pool.
•When the water quality system equipment needs maintenance, the eyeball fitting should
be removed and the provided plug should be threaded into the thru-wall fitting (#8) to
prevent the pool from draining.
DIAGRAM #4: RETURN WALL FITTING DIAGRAM
Drainage
Drainage needs to be provided around the pool and near the water quality equipment. It is
important to be prepared in the unlikely event of a leak. If operating the Fastlane Pool
indoors, it is ideal to install floor drains in the area around the pool’s perimeter, but not
directly under the pool. It is worth the time and effort now to install a drainage system
rather than be unprepared in the event of a mishap.
Thru-Wall

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FASTLANE HYDRAULIC POWER UNIT ASSEMBLY
Placement Considerations
The Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) should be elevated from the ground and placed on a flat
surface that can accommodate both the HPU and the PVC Support Base for the Water
Quality System (WQS). If placing the HPU outside, it is recommended the Outdoor Power
Unit with Weather Guard be purchased to protect it against the everyday elements. If
placing the unit indoors at a level below the pool deck, such as a basement, a floor drain is
highly recommended to accommodate the unlikely siphoning of the pool through a hole in a
hydraulic run hose. Whether placing indoors or outdoors, this is an air-cooled unit and
must have ample ventilation. Therefore, a minimum of 12” of air space must be provided
on all sides of the HPU motor. In addition, the HPU needs to be checked periodically for
maintenance and should be easily accessible.
1. Carefully remove the HPU from its packaging. NOTE: The HPU is very heavy.
2. Place the HPU in the selected position and verify that the hose connections are
pointed in the desired direction.
3. Connect the hydraulic hoses that either hang over the pool wall or go through the
pool liner to the Power Unit. NOTE: The low-pressure hose has red tape on the
end. Connect the low-pressure line to the post at the fill cap and the high-pressure
line to the port with the proportional relief valve.
Antenna
High Pressure
Proportional Relief Valve
Fill Cap
Low Pressure

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ASSEMBLING THE WATER QUALITY SYSTEM
Completely Assembled Water Quality System with Optional Electric Heater
Figure 1: Circulating Pump Foot and PVC Support Base

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1. Unpack the Water Quality System box (See section titled, RECEIVING THE FASTLANE
POOL, Box #2). The circulating pump foot has come pre-attached to the PVC
Support Base (Refer to Figure 1). NOTE: The base is packed in its box upside down
so the pump will be on the underside of the PVC Base.
2. Remove the circulating pump from its box. There is a threaded lock ring immediately
behind the plumbing connections on the pump. Unthread the ring and pull the pump
apart.
3. Slide the pump housing on to the foot so that the plumbing connections are facing
the PVC Base’s vertical support, and the pressure fitting is lining up with the arc
cutout of the PVC Base’s long side. Make sure that the tabs in the motor housing
slide into the grooves on the pump foot.
Suction Fitting Pump Housing
Pump Motor
Pressure Fitting
Lock Ring

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4. Make sure that the o-ring is seated properly inside the pump housing. Insert the
pump motor into the housing so that the specification plate on the motor is showing
and the pump cord is on the same side as the pressure fitting. Tighten down the lock
ring. If done properly, the pump cannot be removed from the foot.
5. Install the PVC support on the underside of the base. Slide the support into the
groove and secure it by inserting the four provided screws through the pre-drilled
holes in the base.
6. Once the Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) is in place, remove the two reservoir bolts from
the side opposite of the Controller Box that is attached to the HPU. Place the PVC
Support Base “shelf” onto the reservoir so that the holes in the base align with the
bolt holes that were just removed. Replace the two reservoir bolts.
7. Position the filter on the base so that the INLET of the filter is facing the large arc
cutout of the PVC Support Base’s long side. The holes in the filter housing should
line up with the holes in the PVC Base. Use the provided 1” screws to secure the
filter to the PVC Base.
8. Attached the pre-plumbed filter connector (Refer to Figure 2) to the pump and filter.

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Make certain that the o-ring in the pump union and the o-ring inside the filter union
are seated properly.
Figure 2: Pre-plumbed Pump-Filter Connector

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9. Slide the pre-plumbed suction assembly (Refer to Figure 3) through the access holes
in the underside of the PVC Support Base. Make certain that the pump union o-ring
is in place before tightening the union nut onto the pump. The ball valve will be
protruding slightly from the PVC Support Base.
Figure 3: Pre-plumbed Suction Assembly

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10.NOTE: If the optional gas heater or no heater has been purchased, please
proceed to Step 11. Otherwise, attach the electric heater to the PVC Support Base
by lining up the holes in the bottom flange of the heater with the holes in the PVC
support base. Use the provided 3/4” screws to attach the heater to the base. The
plumbing connections of the electric heater should be on the same side as the filter
OUTLET. Use the provided Teflon tape on the threaded fittings of the electric heater.
There is a union that is connected to the pre-plumbed filter-heater connector (Refer
to Figure 4). Separate that union, and thread one half of it onto the bottom
connection of the electric heater. Locate the other pre-plumbed heater outlet
assembly (Refer to Figure 5), separate that union as well, and thread one half of it
onto the top connection of the electric heater. Connect the black union half of the
filter-heater connector to the filter and the white union half to the electric heater.
Figure 4: Pre-plumbed Filter-Heater Connector (with Electric Heater ONLY)