GLI PROTECT-A-POOL User manual

PREPARATION OF POOL
1. Inspect pool for irregularities that may interfere with the location of fence mounting brackets and posts.
Locate skimmer to be sure it will not interfere with fence.
2. Recommended items need for installation: cordless or power drill with Phillips head screwdriver, saw,
pencil and measuring tape.
FENCE INSTALLATION
STEP 1
Construct mounting brackets. Slide support into mounting base (DIAGRAM 1-A). Screw two #8 screws into
each side of support attaching it to the mounting base (DIAGRAM 1-B). Support should be inserted flush to
the backside of mounting base.
DIAGRAM 1-A
WARNING
THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR COMPETENT ADULT SUPERVISION IN THE SWIM-
MING POOL ENVIRONMENT! LIVES DEPEND ON YOU!
• Layers of protection such as a fence, wall or natural barrier around your
pool can help reduce unauthorized use.
• Make sure pool entrance has a self-closing and self-latching gate and is
properly maintained.
• Check with local building codes to be sure you are in compliance with
fencing laws.
The PROTECT-A-POOL™ above ground pool fence is designed to meet the
ANSI/NSPI - 1996 Model Barrier Code for Above-ground/On-ground swimming
pools.The PROTECT-A-POOL™ above ground pool fence is not designed as a
handrail for decking and does not meet handrail codes.
DIAGRAM 1-B

STEP 2-A
Install mounting bracket to each upright (DIA-
GRAM 2-A). When installing your fence, it is
important that there is no more than a 4" gap
between the pool’s top rail and the bottom rail of
fence. To determine location of mounting bracket,
simply line up bracket with a fence post attached
(slide fence post onto mounting bracket, but do
not permanently attach fence post to mounting
bracket as it will need to be removed), and meas-
ure gap between top rail of pool and bottom rail
hole in the post. Anywhere between 0 and 4" gap
is acceptable. Once location is determined,remove
post and attach mounting bracket to upright using
two #12 x 1” self-tapping screws.
Once installed, measure exact distance from the
bottom of the top rail to the mounting bracket.Use
that same measurement to determine location of
remaining mounting brackets. It is important to
take an accurate measurement as the levelness of
the fence is determined by the location of the
mounting bracket. DIAGRAM 2-A
STEP 2-B
INSTALLATION OF “ARTIFICIAL
UPRIGHT” TO INSTALL FENCE UP TO
A-FRAME LADDER OR DECK:
Requires one 4 x 4 wooden post and one 2"
sheet-metal screw. Position ladder next to a
pool upright so it can hold the fence on one
side. Determine location for the "Artificial
Upright" and dig a hole approximately 6"
into the ground.
Measure from the bottom of hole to top of
pool and cut the 4 x 4 post to fit the span.
Place the 4 x 4 post into the ground so it fits
snug to the pool wall.Attach the 4 x 4 to the
pool structure by using one 2" sheet metal
screw. Screw down through the top rail into
the 4 x 4 wooden post. Fill in around the
hole with remaining dirt. Continue by
mounting support brackets to wooden
post using instructions (2-A).
NOTE
Be sure the pool entrance has a self-closing and self-latching gate.
DIAGRAM 2-B

STEP 3
Install fence posts (DIAGRAM 3). Start by installing the two fence end-posts first. The end-posts are
identifiable by having rail holes only on one side. Fence end-posts must be installed where fence will start
and stop. Slide fence end-post onto the mounting bracket.Allow at least 1/2“between the post and the pool’s
top cap. This will allow for easy installation of winter cover. Attach fence post to mounting bracket using four
#8 screws.
Continue by mounting remaining fence posts to mounting bracket.
DIAGRAM 3

STEP 4
Installation of bottom horizontal rail. Measure distance between two fence posts and add 1"
(DIAGRAM 4-A). Each side of bottom rail should extend 1/2” into each fence post. Cut bottom rail to this
measurement. Note: cut equal amounts off each end of rail to ensure balanced spacing of spindles. Do not
install top rail yet! Attach bottom rail to post using two #8 screws (DIAGRAM 4-B).
Do not cut more than one rail at a time. Distance between pool uprights may vary.
Continue by cutting and installing remaining bottom rails.
DIAGRAM 4-A
DIAGRAM 4-B

STEP 5
DIAGRAM 5-A
DIAGRAM 5-B
Insert spindles into the bottom rail
Install top rail using instruction in Step 4.
STEP 6
Insert all caps. If necessary, use adhesive such as Liquid Nails to hold caps in place.
STEP 7
Check to be sure installation is secure by lightly shaking each section to be sure screws were
properly installed.

PARTS LIST
SUPPORT CAP
POST CAP
#12 x 1” SCREW
#8 x 3¼4” SCREW
HOLE PLUG
D
E
B
A
C
BASE SUPPORT CAP
BASE KIT “A” - 8 SECTIONS:
ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
End-Posts 2
ASupport Assembly - Base 9
BSupport Assembly - Support 9
C Posts 7
D Rail 16
E Spindles 96
Trim Kit (1) Post Cap, (1) Base Support Cap, (1) Support Cap, (2) Hole Plugs 9 bags
Hardware Kit (18) #12 X 1” Screws, (136) #8 X 3/4’ Screws 1 bag
BASE KIT “B” - 8 SECTIONS:
ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
ASupport Assembly - Base 3
BSupport Assembly - Support 3
C Posts 3
D Rail 6
E Spindles 36
Trim Kit (1) Post Cap, (1) Base Support Cap, (1) Support Cap, (2) Hole Plugs 3 bags
Add-on Hardware Kit (2) #12 X 1” Screws, (16) #8 X 3/4’ Screws 3 bags
BASE KIT “C” - 8 SECTIONS:
ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
ASupport Assembly - Base 2
BSupport Assembly - Support 2
C Posts 2
D Rail 4
E Spindles 24
Trim Kit (1) Post Cap, (1) Base Support Cap, (1) Support Cap, (2) Hole Plugs 2 bags
Add-on Hardware Kit (2) #12 X 1” Screws, (16) #8 X 3/4’ Screws 2 bags