Latham CS3000 User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE
CS3000 Automatic Safety Pool Cover
Under Track System
with Aluminum Lid

SECTIONS
Standard Under Track .................................4
Mechanism ................................................ 6
Cover Fabric ............................................. 10
Classic Aluminum Lid ................................ 16
Home Owner Checklist............................. 18
Tools Required
1. Hammer drill or rotary hammer
2. Masonry drill bit 1/4” x 6” (1/4” x 12” bit)
3. Extension cords
4. #2 and #3 Phillips & standard screw drivers
5. Ratchet with 5/16” - 3/4” sockets
6. Hacksaw
7. String line
8. Utility knife
9. Broom
10. Hammer & rubber mallet
11. Pliers - standard, needle nose & channel lock
12. Files - round, triangular & flat
13. Lighter
14. Carpenter’s square
15. 5/16”hex head driver bit with 12” extension
16. Drill (cordless or corded)
17. Set of drill bits (1/4” down to 1/16”)
18. Crescent wrench
19. 100 & 25 foot tape measure
20. Chalk line (use white chalk)
21. Nut drivers - 5/16”, 3/8”, 7/16”, 1/2”
22. Chisel (wood & concrete)
23. Scissors
24. Wire strippers
25. Set of box/open end wrenches 5/16” - 3/4”
26. 6” level
27. Set of allen wrenches
28. Wire
29. Electrical tape
30. Small sledge hammer
31. Vice grips
32. #2 #3 Phillips drill bits
33. Pencil or marker
34. 6 - 8 clamps
Optional Power tools
Skill saw with carbide tipped blade
Sawzall, Grinder, Angle drill
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Parts Reference
Mechanism Components
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Misc. Hardware
Cover Fabric
Cover Lid Lid Support Bracket Cover Pump
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17
22
20
10
7
9
6
Cover Track
12
9
8
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18 17 19
20
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Top view
Side view
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4
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14
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1. A0610 Motor & housing, standard 3 wire Bison motor
2. A0012 Mechanism RT or UT (Right)
A0024 Mechanism RT or UT (Left)
3. M0305 Mechanism Mounting Foot
4. A0020 Non-motor end cone assembly
5. A0797 Tube insert for 6” tube
6. X0001 6” aluminum roll-up tube
7. A2359 Non-motor end assembly RT/UT(Right)
A2358 Non-motor end assembly RT/UT(Left)
8. A0605 Key switch - Leviton assembly complete w/ light
9. A1100 Slider Assembly UT 403 & 801 for detachable ropes
10. A1688 Leading edge insert assembly UT 3”
11. X0021 Aluminum leading edge
12. Cover Cover fabric
13. PowerFlex Rope - Lengths will vary with cover length)
14. A0614 403 Under Track, 21’
15. A0958 Pulley end cap assembly 403 & 801 UT
16. A1884 Guide feed 2 piece SS UT
17. X0004 Main Lid
18. X0121 Motor End lid
19. X0659 Non-motor end lid
20. X0943 8” Lid hinge
21. A1692 Standard cover lid bracket (set of 2)
22. E1130 Little Giant cover pump & instructions
23. A0407
Under Track retainer bracket set
24. M0104
Track splice UT 403
25. E1086 Bonding lug ka-6u (for 1 wire)
26. H0332 Screw PPSM 12 x 1-3/4 for UT STD
(screw on track )
27. H0150 Parts kit cross brace joining screw
28. H0152 Screw PPMS 10-32 x 1/2
29. H0176 Nut nylock 10-32
30. H0075 Rope loop (black plastic)
31. H0310 Screw PPSM 10 x 1/2
32. H0313 Screw HHWSM tek 10 x 1/2 SS
33. H0324 Plastic anchor STD #12
34. H0331 Screw HHWSM 12 x 1-1/2 w/slot
35. H0294 Carriage bolt 1/4-20 x 3/4
36. H0096 Bolt HH 3/8-16 - 1-1/4
37. H0006 Split lock washer 3/8
38. E1098 Bonding wire
39. H9630 Spring pin for
track alignment
40. H0276 Nut Nylock 1/4-20
41. H0130 Screw PFMS 10-32 x 1
42. H1099 Screw PPMS 10-32 1 3/4
The above parts list is typical for most pools up to 20’ x 40’ and includes all parts
necessary to install the Coverstar system, however, parts will vary for longer or
wider pools and according to your specific order.
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37
30 31
34
28
33
36
26
29
32
35
38 39
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Parts List
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STANDARD UNDER TRACK
Step By Step Instructions Page/Step
Track assembly ..................................................5/1
Mounting the track
Standard under track mounting ................5/6
Encapsulated under track mounting..........5/7
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Numbers in parenthesis refer to hardware shown on page 3.
Step By Step Instructions
Cut the track so it will extend from the
front edge of the coping at the far end of
the pool to 1” past the inside of the
housing if no encapsulation is being used.
When encapsulation is used, it will extend
one inch past the inside of the housing,
with the track extending one inch past the
end of the encapsulation.
Before splicing the sections of track
together, file all track ends thoroughly,
rounding all edges and removing all burrs.
This step is extremely important!
Tap the splice pins (39) into one end of the
track and slide the center splice (24) into
the center channel.
Lay the sections of track on the deck and tap
them together using a rubber mallet so the
center splice and splice pins interlock with
each section of track. It’s important that, the
splice is tight together so there is not a gap
from one track to the next. Slide pulley end
cap (15) into the end of the track at that is at
the opposite end of the pool from the
mechanism.
Using a 5/32” allen wrench, loosen the
screw on the top of the guide feed (16).
Insert the guide feed on the end of the
track that will extend into the housing.
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Standard Under Track
Clamp the track with pulley to underside of
the coping flush with the coping face. (If water
is in the pool, place the hammer drill with a
1/4” masonry (carbide-tipped) bit into a large
bucket) Drill holes approx. 3” deep on a slight
angle toward the pool wall. Remove clamps
and track, then drive plastic anchors (33) into
each hole. Finally, fasten the track to the
underside of the coping with #12 screws (26).
Encapsulated Under Track (optional)
If encapsulation is being used, the track is
normally installed during the cover
installation. (See cover installation section page
11, step 9).
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Holding the guide feed firmly, use a 6 inch
3/16” bit to drill through the hole in the track
feed and through the track. Remove the
guide feed. Do this for the track on both
sides of the pool.
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To determine if the cover system was ordered
correctly for the pool, the length of the roll-up
tube should be 3 inches shorter than the track
space.
For example, for a 20 ft track space, the
correct length of roll-up tube is 19 ft 9 in.

MECHANISM
Step By Step Instructions Page/Step
Housing preparation ................................................7/1
Connecting the roll-up tube .....................................7/2
Adjusting the mechanism height .............................7/4
Positioning the roll-up tube/mechanism .................7/7
Anchoring the mechanism .....................................8/12
Extending the pulley brackets ................................8/13
Anchoring the pulley brackets ................................8/17
Wiring the electrical switch ....................................9/19
Electrical wiring & bonding diagram .......................9/24
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Step By Step Instructions Numbers in parenthesis refer to hardware shown on page 3.
Adjusting Mechanism Height
Measure from the bottom of the housing to
the top of the track or encapsulation. This is
the installed height of the mechanism. Use
this measurement to determine which holes
to use when adding the mechanism feet.
Install the roll-up tube as high as possible
without rubbing on the lid brackets.
Position the mechanism with the pulley
brackets on the bottom. Install the feet on
the mechanism using the carriage bolts (35)
and nylock nuts (40) provided. Install the
feet so the top of the mechanism will be
flush with the top of the encapsulation.
Install the feet on the non-motor end. The
top of the pulley bracket should be flush
with the top of the encapsulation.
Note: The height of the non-motor end might
need to be adjusted after the mechanism has
been placed in the housing.
Connecting the Roll-up Tube
With the non-motor end turned upside down,
attach the cone for the non-motor end to
the roll-up tube using the 3/8” x 1-1/4” bolts
(36) and lock washers (37) provided. Use a
torque wrench to tighten the bolts to 180 inch
pounds. Over tightening may cause damage to
the threads and failure of the cover system.
With the motor end turned upside down,
attach the cone on the motor end using the
same bolts (36) and washers (37). Tighten the
bolts using a 9/16” wrench.
Positioning the Mechanism
Lower the assembled mechanism and tube
into the housing and place it roughly in the
position that it will anchored.
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Position the mechanism in the housing so that
the roll-up tube is centered in the housing
front to back.
Note: If the cover housing isn’t square to the
pool, position the mechanism in the
housing so it will be square to the cover track.
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With the mechanism and tube assembled and
set in place in the housing, check the roll-up
tube for level. This is crucial to proper
operation of the cover. Position a level across
the housing. Measure from the roll-up tube
to the bottom of the level on both the motor
end and non-motor end of the mechanism.
Adjust height of the non-motor end feet if
needed to level the roll-up tube.
Housing Preparation
Use a garden hose to clean out the housing.
During this process, make sure the water is
draining from the housing. It is critical that all
cover housings have adequate drainage. If
there is no drain or inadequate drainage in
the cover housing, contact your Coverstar
Representative.
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Align the mechanism on the motor side first
by using a straight edge or a piece of rope
and extending it from the back side of the
cover track to the pulley to make sure the
rope is running straight into pulley #1.
Tip: The pulley bracket on the front side of
the cover housing should be 1 inch from
outside of track.
Extending the Pulley Brackets
Loosen the nuts in the four positions on the
adjustable brackets of the mechanism. Spread
the brackets outward against the walls of the
housing.
Raise the pulley brackets up so that the top of
the bracket is even with the top of the
encapsulation or guide. This insures the ropes
will be level.
With the brackets in position, level the
pulley brackets. Tighten the four nuts on
the adjustable brackets.
Now loosen the bolts and spread the pulley
brackets at the non-motor end making sure
they are also level. Raise the pulley bracket so
it is flush with the top of the encapsulation.
Anchoring the Pulley Brackets
Anchor the motor and non-motor end
brackets into the housing in as many
places as possible.
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Anchoring the Mechanism
Center the motor end and non-motor end in
the housing front to back. Anchor the non-
motor and motor end feet into the housing
using as many anchor points as possible.
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On the motor and non-motor side, use a
3/16” bit and drill through the cross braces.
To secure, use the half inch screws (28) and
nylock nuts (29) provided and bolt the cross
braces together in two places on each cross
bracket.
On the non-motor end, make sure the
rope will travel straight from the track to
the pulley. It is important that the roll-
up tube be centered between the cover
tracks.
Tip: The end of the roll-up tube should be
1-1/2 inches from the inside edge of the
cover track.
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Step By Step Instructions Numbers in parenthesis refer to hardware shown on page 3.
Wiring the Electrical Switch
Connect the electric switch by wiring the
neutral wire from the power supply, the white
wire from the motor and one of the wires
from the indicator light together using a wire
nut.
Note: Switch must be mounted in a position
with a full view of the pool.
Connect the ground wires from the power
supply and the motor together using a wire
nut. Run a pig tail from this wire nut to the
grounding lug on the switch.
Insert the hot wire from the power supply
into terminal L1 on the back of the switch
and tighten the screw. Do not loosen the
screws too much or the internal switch
connections will be permanently lost.
Attach the other leg from the indicator
light and the BLUE DIRECTIONAL WIRE
into terminal A1, and tighten the screw.
Insert the RED DIRECTIONAL WIRE into
terminal B1, and tighten the screw.
Note: Reverse directional wires if cover runs
opposite to the direction indicated on the
switch.
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24 Electrical Wiring & Bonding
The system must be bonded to meet the
National Electrical Code. Bond both tracks
to the mechanism by attaching a bonding
lug to the guide feed screw and running a
#8 solid copper bond wire to the
mechanism. Bond the lid to the mechanism
by drilling a hole in the lid at either end of
the lid and attaching a bonding lug in each
position and bonding it to the mechanism.
All brackets and any other metal over 4”
long should likewise be bonded to the
mechanism. There should be a bond wire
from the equipment pad inside the
housing. Attach this bond wire to the
mechanism to complete the bonding
requirement. Note: Builder is responsible to
bring proper electrical lines, conduit and
bonding to the mechanism. Electrical wiring
diagram and details are shown above with
instructions on the right.
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#8 bond wire
Conduit with 4 wires
(2 directional wires, neutral &
unbroken ground)
Single gang all-weather box mounted on
corner of end wall of cover vault approx. 3”
from top of deck.
Key switch is mounted in a standard all-weather UL
listed, single gang box. The box must be mounted
60 inches off the ground and in a location where
100% of the pool is visible.
It is recommended that this switch be mounted
halfway along the side of the pool, and within 12 ft
of the waters edge.
Conduit with 3 wires
(hot, neutral & unbroken ground)
Note: wires must be sized to meet all
applicable codes. Motor draws 8.8 amps.
Sub-panel with
dedicated
110 Volt,
15 amp breaker
and GFCI
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
A GFCI must be used in the electrical supply line for the motor.
This should be on a separate dedicated circuit only for the pool cover.
Running Wires
Bring 110 V to the key switch. From the panel to the key switch, run 3
wires (hot, neutral & unbroken ground). From the key switch to the motor end of the
housing, run 4 wires (2 directional, a neutral and an unbroken ground). Terminate the
wires in a weather tight “J” box. The motor is 110 V, 3/4 HP with full load amperage
of 8.8 amps. Follow all applicable codes regarding wire size, grounding,
connections, etc.
Key Switches
Mount a standard, single gang, all-weather junction box for the key switch
at a point where 100% of the pool is visible. This is a mandatory requirement to meet
ASTM safety standards. The key switch should not be placed in the mechanism box. This
does not meet UL code.
Options
Coverstar has several different wiring options that include limit switches wireless
remote control, water feature shutoffs, etc. See your Coverstar distributor for details.
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COVER FABRIC
Step by Step Instructions Page/Step
Opening the cover package .....................................11/1
Running ropes through the cover track. .................11/4
Alternate rope feed method ...................................11/8
Installing the cover track ........................................11/9
Routing the ropes .................................................12/11
Attaching the cover leading edge ........................12/15
Track retainer method ..........................................13/21
Attaching the ropes to the reels ...........................13/26
Running out the cover ...........................................14/30
Attaching the cover and bonding wire ..................14/31
Mechanism adjustments (if needed only)
Rope adjustment ...................................................14/34
Torque limiter adjustment ....................................15/37
Rope reel and non-motor end brake ....................15/39
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Numbers in parenthesis refer to hardware shown on page 3.
Opening the Cover
To open the cover box, cut the bands that hold
the two halves of the box together. Never cut
the top of the box open. Doing this could
easily damage the cover inside. This kind of
damage is not covered under the fabric
warranty. With the bands cut, lift and remove
the top box.
Standing behind the housing looking over the
pool, unroll the cover from left to right.
Unwrap the ropes and run them through the
tracks. There are two methods that can be
used.
Running Ropes in the track
The preferred method of running the rope is
to take a short length of the rope outside of
the track and press it into the track on the
water side.
Hold the rope outside the track to pull the
rope down the length of the track toward the
end of the pool.
Now, feed the rope through the pulley
assembly. Insert the pulley into the end of
the track.
Pull the rope down the back side of the
track toward the cover housing.
Alternate Rope Feeding Method
Another common method of running rope is to
pierce it with a small piece of wire. This wire
then becomes the pulling handle as you feed
the rope into the end of the track. This is
especially useful if encapsulation isn’t being
used and the tracks are already installed.
Install Track in the Encapsulation
Starting at one end, lift the track so it will
interlock with the encapsulation. Make sure
the track extends 1” into the housing.
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Step By Step Instructions
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Insert and tap the spacer into place
underneath the track along the entire length
of the track. Do this along both sides of the
pool. The spacer needs to end at the inside
edge of the housing
Routing the Ropes
Begin on the motor end. Pull the rope from
the back channel of the track around pulleys
#1 and #2. Continue pulling the rope to the
front side of the mechanism. Run the rope
around pulley #4 with the rope coming off the
bottom of the pulley. Pull the slack out of the
rope.
On the non-motor end, run the rope from
the back channel of the track around the
pulley.
Pull the rope along the back of the housing
to the motor side.
Run the non-motor end rope behind the
motor end rope as it passes behind pulleys #1
and #2 and around pulley #3. Continue
pulling the rope to the front side of the
mechanism. Run the rope around pulley #5
with the rope coming off the bottom of the
pulley. Pull all the excess rope through and
lay it on the deck in front of the mechanism.
Attaching the Cover Leading Edge
Lay the front of the cover in front of the
housing. Slide the leading edge through the
loop on the front of the cover.
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Place the nylon leading edge inserts (10) into
the ends of the leading edge tube. Make
sure they can slide freely inside the leading
edge tube. The grooves in the leading edge
insert should line up with the tongues in the
leading edge tube.
Secure the leading edge support bracket to
the slider by placing the 10-32 X 1” (41) screw
up through the slider, the hole in the front
corner of the cover, and through the support
bracket. Tighten completely using 10-32
nylock (29), then back the nut off 1⁄2 turn.
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Pull the rope where it comes out of the track
as you feed the slider and cover into the track
a short distance. The guide feed should not
be installed on the cover track at this point.
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Step By Step Instructions Numbers in parenthesis refer to hardware shown on page 3.
Position the fabric on the leading edge so it is
in line with the leading edge support bracket.
Secure with a tek screw (32) on the back side
of the leading edge. Be sure the screw does
not interfere with the leading edge insert.
Attaching the Ropes to the Reels
Pull the cover back until the sliders are against
the stops. Pull the ropes tight as they come off
the pulleys on the mechanism to eliminate the
slack in the rope.
While pulling both ropes tight, use a lighter or
torch to burn the ends of the rope. Cut the
ropes so they are the same length. These
ropes should be at least 8 feet long. Use a
lighter or torch to burn the ends of the rope
to keep the rope from fraying. In some cases
you will only need to cut one rope.
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Place a guide feed over the end of the track,
place a bonding lug (25) on top of the guide
feed. Insert a 10-32 x 1-3/4” screw (42)
through the lug and guide feed.
Use a 5/32” allen wrench to tighten the screw
that connects the two sections of guide feed
together.
Connect the bonding wire that is attached to
the front corner of the cover to the leading
edge bar using a tek screw (32). Be sure the
screw doesn’t interfere with the leading edge
insert.
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Run #8 copper bond wire (38) from the lug on
each guide feed to the lugs on each mechanism
end.
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Encapsulation
When using encapsulation on the pool,
extend it one inch into the cover housing.
When cutting the cover track to length,
extend it one inch past the encapsulation.
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Drill through the center of the encapsulation
and track. Insert a 10-32 x 1-3/4 screw (42)
and nylock nut (29). This step is very
important. This will prevent the track from
sliding into the cover housing during the
operation of the cover system. (If the
encapsulation was cut flush to the inside of
the housing, secure the track using a track
retainer bracket (23)).
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Bring the ropes back to the mechanism. Slide
the rope through the rope lug on the rope
reel. Secure the ropes to the reel by
tightening down the set screws in each lug.
While holding the ropes over the
mechanism, run the key switch in the
cover position. The excess rope will be
wrapped around the rope reel.
Running Out the Cover
Run the cover over the pool being careful to
prevent it from binding in the guide feeds by
lifting the cover if necessary.
Attaching the Cover & Bonding
Wire Make sure the webbing continues
straight as it travels from the track to the roll-
up tube. Attach the cover to the roll-up tube
using tek screws (32). The first screw on each
end of the tube needs to be 3 inches from the
end of the tube. As the cover rolls up on the
tube, the webbing should roll up completely off
the tube.
Lay the bond wire on top of the cover fabric.
Secure it to the roll-up tube using a tek screw
(32). Distribute the slack of the cover evenly
between each screw across the length of the
tube. Secure the cover to the roll-up tube
using tek screws (32) every 2-3 feet. When
attaching the cover to the tube, do not use
folds or pleats.
Run the key switch in the uncover position to
roll the cover up on the roll-up tube. Check
the cover to be sure it rolls up evenly. Run
the cover 6-10 times to make sure it opens
and closes evenly. The cover fabric installation
is now complete.
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Adjusting the Ropes
When closing the cover, if both sides of the
cover don’t close squarely, one of the ropes
may need to be adjusted. To adjust the rope,
open the cover all the way. Pull the excess
rope off the rope reel.
If one of the ropes is longer than the other
rope, loosen the set screw that secures the
rope to the rope reel lug. Shorten this rope
until it is the same length as the other rope.
Re-attach the rope to the rope reel.
If both ropes are the same length, and the
cover doesn’t close squarely, shorten the rope
for the side of the cover that doesn’t close all
the way. The amount that the rope is
shortened is equal to the amount distance
that the cover needed to travel to close all the
way. While holding the rope, run the switch in
the cover position.
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Step By Step Instructions
Rope Reel Brake
The rope reel brake should be tight enough
to prevent the ropes from free spinning off
the reel while the cover is opening. If you
need to adjust the brakes, use two 7/16”
wrenches or sockets to adjust the tension on
the rope reel.
Roll-up Tube Brake
The roll-up tube brake should be tight enough
to prevent the cover from rolling off the tube
faster than it is being pulled into the track. To
adjust this brake, use two 7/16” wrenches
and tightening or loosening the thru bolts in
the brake block.
Adjusting the Brakes
The mechanism is equipped with two brakes;
one on the rope reel, and one for the roll-up
tube of the mechanism. The brakes are preset
at the factory and should work properly.
To adjust the torque limiter, use a 9/16”
wrench to tighten the first torque limiter bolt
1/2 turn. Run the cover.
If further adjustment is needed, rotate the
torque limiter brake arm to position the
second brake bolt and tighten the second
brake bolt 1/2 turn.
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Adjusting the Torque Limiter
The Aluminum automatic cover system is
equipped with a torque limiter that helps
prevent damage to the mechanism. Only if
the motorized mechanism does not extend or
retract the cover will you need to adjust the
torque limiter.
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CLASSIC ALUMINUM LID
Step By Step Instructions Page/Step
Installing the lid brackets ...............................17/1
Assembling the aluminum lid ........................17/4
Attaching the lid to the deck .........................17/7
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Step By Step Instructions Numbers in parenthesis refer to hardware shown on page 3.
Installing the Lid Brackets
Hold the bracket against the back wall of the
housing so it is flush with the top of the deck.
Use a ¼” masonry bit and drill through the
holes in the bracket into the back of the
housing. Be sure to drill the holes at least 3”
deep. Tip: Drill one hole and insert the
anchor. Level the bracket and insert a screw.
This will help hold the bracket while the
remaining holes are drilled.
Remove the bracket and insert plastic
anchors in each of the holes. Tap the
anchors (33) with a hammer so they are in
the hole completely.
Secure the brackets to the back wall of the
housing using #12 x 1-1/2“ hex head (34)
screws. Mount a rope loop (30) on one screw
of each of the brackets. This will keep the
rope running straight along the back of the
housing.
Assembling the Aluminum Lid
The aluminum lid will come with each section
cut to length. Assemble the lid by sliding the
hinge onto the main section of lid.
Slide the motor and non-motor lid ends
onto the hinge.
Position the lid over the top of the housing.
The motor end and non-motor ends should
extend past the cover housing 1-2”. If they
extend more and do not lay flat on the deck, it
may be necessary to cut the lids. Mark the lid
with a square at the 1” overlap point and cut it
to length with a hacksaw or power saw with
carbide tipped blade.
Attaching the Lid to the Deck
Drill through the lid hinge along the back edge
every 2-3 feet using a 1/4” drill bit. Then, drill
through these holes and into the concrete
deck using a 1/4” masonry bit. Remove
concrete dust from the holes.
Insert plastic anchors (33) into the holes
and tap with a hammer so they are flush
with the deck. Fasten the lid to the deck
with #12 pan head screws (26).
Measure across the hinge to evenly space the
screws. Continue drilling and anchoring the
hinge in this manner until the entire lid is
attached to the deck. The safety pool cover
installation is now complete. Now instruct
the home owner using the home owner's
guide and the checklist on the next page.
12 3
45 6
78 9
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HOME OWNER CHECKLIST
Use & Care Guide Page
How to use the cover pump .........................................4
How to uncover and cover the pool .......................... 6-7
Warn about standing water on the cover ......................4
Who is authorized to operate the cover system ............6
Pool chemicals and cover life.......................................8
Proper maintenance and care of the cover system... 8-9
Inform the customer on pool safety...............Back cover
After the cover system is installed, it is critically important
to instruct the home owner on how to operate the cover
system safely and do routine maintenance. Use the
following check list and the Use & Care Guide as your
primary instruction source.
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Tracks
qDoes the track space measurement match how the cover system was ordered?
qAll track ends filed. This is extremely important.
qCover goes through the track joints smoothly.
qAll track screws are tight and ush.
qPulleys are flush against the end of the track.
qThe guide feeds are snug against the track.
qGuide feeds bolted in and are tight.
qStops installed.
qAlignment pins and splices used when joining the tracks, even in encapsulation.
Mechanism
qMechanism installed level in the box.
qRoll-up tube level in cover box.
qTube centered between the tracks.
qEnough clearance top, bottom, sides for the fabric. No rubbing of webbing on sides or bottom of box.
qTube at the right height? The ideal location is to install the cover in the box so that the cover is coming o at as
small an angle as possible. This reduces stress on the mechanism and reduces wear on cover tracks at the end of
the track.
qTube either centered in the box or positioned slightly more towards the back of the box, so that the cover is unlikely to
qSystem mounted at right angle to the track.
qRopes coming back straight out of the track. An excessive angle will cause wear on the cover tracks at the end of
the track.
qRopes are not rubbing on any brackets or the deck.
qRopes are run correctly.
q8 feet of rope left on rope reel.
qSystem bonded according to electrical code. Cover bonded to leading edge and roll-up tube.
qMake sure there is adequate drainage from the cover box.
Cover
qFabric pinned to the roll-up tube without pinned folds.
qCover runs smoothly.
qCover properly aligned when it closes or retracts. Note: An inch or two out of square is not uncommon and is
not a concern as it will not affect the operation of the cover. Because of the size of the fabric roll and changes in
operating conditions the cover may vary slightly in alignment as it is run.
qThe leading edge inserts move in and out freely the whole length of the pool.
qFabric is pinned to the leading edge ush with the ends of the tube.
qCover not rubbing in the cover box as it rolls up.
Cover Lid
qAll sharp edges have been filed.
qAll areas where the lid is not flat on the deck have been screwed down to eliminate any potential hazards.
qThere is enough clearance between the lid brackets and the cover to avoid rubbing.
Misc.
qKey switch is in full view of the pool.
qCover pump tested by putting it in the water and operate it in front of homeowner.
qThe cover box is clean and clear of debris so that the drains are not easily clogged.
qPool area cleaned up.
qHomeowner has been instructed on the operation of the automatic safety cover system.
Installation Check List
rub on front of the box.
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QUESTIONS?
For questions about this installation guide,
contact your Independent Coverstar Distributor.
Latham Pool Products
787 Watervleit-Shaker Rd.
Latham, NY 12110 USA
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