Odyssey FREEDOM Series Parts list manual

FREEDOM SERIES
EMX REEL SYSTEM
Assembly and Operation Instructions
For Solar Covers up to 20’ x 45’ (Max 12 Mil Thickness)
TOOLS REQUIRED
PARTS LIST
Power Drill Hex Socket Wrench w/ 7/16” hex socket“
Drill bits for cutting metal – 1/2” & 13/64” sizes Phillips Screwdriver
PARTS DESCRIPTION PART# QTY PARTS DESCRIPTION PART# QTY
1. Handwheel w/Handle 523 2
2. 3/4” Nylon Washers 450 4
3. 1-1/4” Phillips Shoulder Bolt 415 4
4. Bearing Race Assembly 615 2
5. Main Frame 536 2
6. Neoprene Tube Insert 475 8
7. Velcro Hook Piece 880 8
8. 6’ Blue Strap 890 8
9. Strap Buckle 800 8
10. Quick Clip Cover Plate 600 8
11. Cord plate Set 610 2
12. 5’ Return Cord 840 1
13. 8’6” Aluminium Tube (Inner) 216 2
14. 8’6” Aluminium Tube (Outer) 217 1
(14.) 1 PLACE
(4.) 2 PLACES
(5.) 2 PLACES
(1.) 2 PLACES
SEE BLANKET
ATTACHMENT KIT
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
(3.) 4 PLACES
(2.) 4 PLACES
(6.) 8 PLACES
(13.) 2 PLACES
(11.) CORD SET
(12.) 5 FT. CORD
(11.) CORD SET
TIE A DOUBLE KNOT
AT BOTH ENDS
(7.)
(8.)
(9.)
(10.)
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove all Tube Sections and place on a flat ground as in (FIG. 1).
SECTION 1 IS STORED INSIDE OF SECTION 2. Slide sections 1
and 3 out to the desired total tube length. (Usually pool width plus
two feet). Refer to Table #1 and (FIG. 1).
PHILLIPS
SHOULDER
BOLT
BEARING RACE
WASHER
HEX HEAD BOLT
OUTER TUBE
INNER
TUBE
NEOPRENE INSERT BODY
HEX HEAD BOLT
NEOPRENE WILL
MUSHROOM AS TIGHTENED
PERFECT
TIGHTNESS TOO TIGHT
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
OUTER TUBE
SECTION 2
INNER TUBE
SECTION 1 OR 3
STEP 5
NEOPRENE
INSERT
3”
14”
STEP 4
STEP 2
STEP 3STEP 5 END
VIEW
90°
90°
90°
90°
3”
14”
INITIAL PREPARATIONS
1. Prior to assembly, select the most suitable location for the reel,
normally 2 ft. from either end of the pool. However, on irregular pools,
a location closer to the center of the pool may be preferred and at the
pools maximum width. Other considerations are obstructions (diving
boards, hand rails, etc). When in doubt, consult your dealer or call
Odyssey for an evaluation of your reel placement.
2. BLANKET PREPARATION: In order for your solar blanket to roll up
neatly on the solor reel, allow the blanket to relax on the pool for a
day or two and let the heat of the sun iron out the folds and creases
of the blanket.
SECTION-1
LENGTH-A
SECTION-3
SECTION-2
LENGTH-A
POOL WIDTH + 2 FT.
TABLE #1
(FIG. 1)
NOTE: Step 2-9 must be followed
or tube sagging will occur
STEP 6
POOL WIDTH TOTAL TUBE LENGTH A
FEET LENGTH FEET
FEET
14 16’ 4
16 18’ 5
18 20’ 6
20 22’ 7
LAZY “L”
RETANGULAR
OVAL WITH EXTENSION
NOTE: Under no circumstances should the system
be operated if Length A exceeds 9 ft.
Tubes may be cut in size in order to accomadate
smallerpool widths. It is recommended to cut an
equal amount off sections 1 & 3.
(FIG. 2)
(FIG. 3)
(FIG. 4)
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2. To attach the LEFT SIDE of section 1 & 2 tubes.
Using (FIG. 2), with a power drill and a sharp 1/2” bit, Drill a
hole 3” from the left end of the section 2 tube and in the center
of the groove cut in the tube. Drill through both section 1 and
section 2. (Refer to Step 2)
3. Place neoprene tube insert into the hole. Using a hex
socket wrench and a 7/16” socket, rotate hex head
two (2) complete turns and stop.
(Refer to Step 2)
4. Rotate tube sections 90° and drill a hole 14” from
the left end of the tube section 2.
(Refer to Step 3)
Repeat all instructions in #3 above.
5. Rotate tube sections 90° and drill a hole 3” from
the
left end of the tube section 2. (Refer to Step 4)
Repeat all instructions in #3 above.
6. Rotate tube sections 90° and drill a hole 14” from
the left end of the tube section 2.
(Refer to Step 5)
Repeat all instructions in #3 above.
7. Rotate tube sections 90°. Using a hex socket
wrench and a 7/16” socket, to tighten each hex
head an additional two (2) complete turns.
8. Continue to rotate tubes and tighten hex heads until all are tight
and neoprene insert body mushrooms.
Do not overtighten. (SEE FIG. 3)
9. To attach the RIGHT SIDE of section 2 & 3 tubes.
Repeat instructions #2 thru #8 above, but taking all hole
measurements from the RIGHT END of tube section 2.
10. ATTACH RACE AND HANDLE TO TUBE– Place the main
frames in contact with the pool deck, insert tube through the
center opening. (Refer to (FIG. 4)
11. Slide bearing race assembly onto each handwheel and seat in
main frame bushing – center opening. Refer to (Step 6).

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT
12. Rotate each handwheel until the tab for the screw is at the top
position as shown in (SEE FIG. 5 - STEP 7). Align the keys in the
hand wheel collar with the corresponding key ways in the handle
and rotate them to make certain that the aluminum tube is making
contact with the back wall of each handle. Using the pre-drilled
holes in the hand wheel collar as a guide, drill a 13/64” hole thru
each side of the tube. Insert 1-1/4” long Phillips shoulder bolt thru
the nylon washer and into the drilled holes in the aluminum tube
and screw until tight. Repeat these instructions to install hand
wheel to main frame at other end.
ATTACHING THE COVER FOR
IN-GROUND POOLS
13. The reel system should be positioned at the end of the
pool, perpendicular to the center line of the pool
(SEE FIG. 1). The cover should be on the pool and
properly trimmed.
14. Starting at a point approximately 3” from one edge of
the end of the cover to which the reel will be connected,
attach a plastic cover clip (SEE FIG. 2) to the cover. The
sharp pointed post on the clip will pierce the cover (or
use a knife or other sharp tool for ease of installation).
Continue across the edge of the cover attaching the
remaining seven clips, evenly spaced. The last clip
should be positioned approximately 3” from the opposite
edge of the blanket (SEE FIG. 3).
15. Assembly of strap and buckle: With the ridged crossbar
of the buckle facing up, slide the buckle onto the
strap from the end opposite the Velcro end. Move the
buckle at least 24” up from the end of the strap (SEE
FIG. 4). Feed the end of the strap through the slot on
the plastic clip then thread the strap end back through
the buckle as indicated by the dotted lines in the dia-
gram. Repeat the process at each clip position
(SEE FIG. 5).
16. Position the Velcro end of the strap as straight as possi-
ble over the tube of the reel system. Place a Velcro tab
on the tube at the Velcro strap end by removing the pro-
tective backing. The tube must be dry and clean where
the Velcro tab is being placed. (SEE FIG. 6) Attach the
Velcro end of the strap to the Velcro tab. Repeat this
process in a straight line along the tube for each of the
seven remaining straps. Using the buckles, adjust each
strap so that each has equal tension on the cover. This
is necessary for proper roll-up alignment.
The extra length should wrap around the tube to
facilitate pulling the blanket off the pool and on to
the tube. The Velcro tabs alone are not strong
enough to pull the blanket up off the pool.
POOL WIDTH
POOL LENGTH
(FIG. 1)
(FIG. 2)
PUNCH SMALL HOLE
WITH SHARP OBJECT
PUSH SHARP POST
AND SNAP INTO RECEIVER HOLE
3”
POSITION COVER
ON LAST RAISED BAR
ON INSIDE OF CLIP
(FIG. 3)
FOLD AND DISTRIBUTE
8 CLIPS
3”
3”
BUCKLE
CLIP
TO VELCRO
12”
VELRO
24”
INSERT
BUCKLE FROM
THIS END
CLIP POSITION
AND FOLD LINE
12”
(FIG.4)
(FIG. 5)
VELCRO
ON STRAP
VELCRO
ON POLE
IN A STRAIGHT LINE
DOWN THE POLE
(FIG. 6)
VELCRO
ON POLE
STEP 7
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(FIG. 5) PHILLIPS
SHOULDER BOLT
(2 PLACES)

ODYSSEY warrants the reel system to be free of
workmanship/material defects for a period of three (3)
years from the date of purchase. Any claims must be
supported by invoice/proof of purchase.
EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ALL
CONSUMABLES: straps, cord, velcro, plastic plates
and clips.
ODYSSEY WILL not be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages resulting from any defects in
workmanship or material, nor for personal injury
resulting from improper placement of reel system
when not in use.
LIMITED WARRANTY
SOME HELPFUL HINTS
1. Make sure the cover is not dragging against the side of the pool
coping.
2. If tube is sagging: refer to assembly instruction on drilling tubing and
tighten neoprene inserts.
3. If tubes discolors, they can be restored using Flitz metal polish avail-
able at hardware/marine stores.
4. Place a white protective cover over blanket and secure to protect
blanket from the sun when rolled up.
5. Do not use lubricants on any plastic parts.
6. Remove handwheels at the beginning of each season, or every 12
months. Clean yoke bushing, bearing race, and end cap with warm
soapy water. Rinse, dry and reassemble.
7. Always store the reel with an eye for safety.
ODYSSEY SYSTEMS
220 South Ola Vista, Suite C, San Clemente, CA 92672
[phone] • Fax [phone]
www.odysseysystems.com
© ODYSSEY SYSTEMS 2003
POOL END
STRAPS
2 FT
POOL
COVER
3”
6”
PLATE #1 PLATE #2
TIE DOUBLE KNOT
AT BOTH ENDS OF CORD
(FIG. 7)
(FIG. 8)
PUNCH 3 HOLES WITH
SHARP INSTRUMENT
SNAP TOGETHER
17. For ease of re-covering your pool after use, install the return
cord provided at the opposite end of the pool cover using the
white cord and two sets of male/female cord plates. Locate
the plates about 3” apart and at least 6” from the edge of the
cover (SEE FIG. 7). To install plates, use the plate with three
holes as a guide to punch three holes through the cover. Snap
the posts on the male plate through the two holes on the female
plate with the cover sandwiched between the two plates.
(SEE FIG. 8) Thread the return cord through the top center hole of
plate #1 and plate #2 as shown in the diagram and then tie a
double knot at both ends (SEE FIG. 7).
(FIG. 9)
(FIG. 10)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
18. Place the reel system so that it straddles the pool, and is 2 ft. from
end of pool as in (FIG. 9). More distance may be required for
irregular pools. If your pool IS NOT rectangular shape, merely
fold the cover in the irregular areas back on itself so that the
entire pool cover can pass between the two end main frames of
the system.
19. Rotate handwheel slowly. The straps will move the cover away
from possible damage on the coping and fold back into itself.
Continued rotation of the handwheel will transport the cover
underneath the tube and then up, over and onto the tube
(SEE FIG. 10). In the unlikely event that the Main frame “creeps”
during this operation, use free hand to hold main Frame until the
entire cover is removed from pool. Attempt to keep seams straight
and avoid misalignment.
20. If system has retrieved the cover with ease, you are operating the
system correctly. It is suggested that you mark the position of the
Main frames during operation on the pool decking for future use
of the system.
MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE OR
ACCIDENT RESULTING FROM IMPROPER OR UNSAFE
STORAGE OR MOVEMENT
PLACING THE COVER ON THE POOL
21. Roll the reel system to a straddling position 2’ from the
end of the pool, onto the deck marking suggested
in (FIG.9), lock casters up (if installed) prior to
unrolling cover.
22. Hold white return cord and walk down the length of the
pool, allowing the system to “free wheel” the cover
back onto the pool surface. Replace folded- back
cover into irregularly shaped areas.
23. Your cover is now installed and operational. If you wish
to remove the reel system from the pool while the
cover is on the pool, detach the straps using the lift-off
velcro tabs, and roll empty system to storage area.
POOL COVER
STRAP
TUBE
CLIP
TURN REEL
THIS WAY
VELCRO
TABS
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