Piscine Solide TAMARA V35003 User manual

04.2020
V35003
TAMARA
ABOVE GROUND POOL
ROUND INSTALLATION MANUAL

ABOVE GROUND POOL SAFETY
warning
FAILURE TO HEEDTHESE WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN PERMANENTINJURY,
PARALYSIS FROM A BROKEN NECK, ELECTROCUTION OR DROWNING.
THIS POOL IS NOT DESIGNED FOR DIVING OR JUMPING!
DANGEROUS INJURY CAN RESULT. SHALLOW WATER!
Your pool contains a large quantity of water, and is deep enough to present inherent dangers to life and health unless the
following safety rules are strictly observed. First-time users run the highest risk of injury. Make sure everyone understands and
encourage all users especially children to learn how to swim. Learn Basic Life Support (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation-CPR)
and refresh this knowledge regularly. Instruct all pool users, including children, what to do in case of an emergency. Keep a
working phone and a list of emergency phone numbers near the pool. This can make a life-saving di󰀨erence in the event of an
emergency. To ensure your pool is used safely you MUST observe the following safety precautions:
1. NO JUMPING OR DIVING
The top rail of your pool is not a walkway and must not be used for jumping or diving. Do not
permit jumping or diving into the pool from a deck or the top rail of the pool. Diving or jumping
into the pool can result in serious injury.
2. NEVER USE THE POOL ALONE
Never permit the pool to be used unless it is attended by at least one person other than the
bather. Someone should always be available to lend assistance in an emergency. Designate a
competent adult to supervise the pool each time it is being used. Vigilant supervision of weak
swimmers and non-swimmers by a competent adult is required at all times, remembering that
children under ve are at the highest risk of drowning.
3. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED
Never leave a child alone and unsupervised in or near the pool—not even for a second. There
is no substitute for constant adult supervision.
4. NO ROUGH PLAY
Do not permit “roughhousing” in and around your pool. Surfaces can become slippery and
hazardous when wet.
5. LIGHT THE POOL AT NIGHT
If the pool is used after dusk, adequate lighting must be provided. Illumination in the pool area
must be sufcient to clearly judge pool depth and all features in and around the pool. For light-
ing recommendations, consult your local licensed electrical contractor
6. RESTRICT ACCESS TO THE POOL
Do not leave chairs or other furniture beside the pool that could be used by a child to climb
up into the pool. Ladders must be removed whenever the pool is unattended. A fence with a
lockable gate around the pool or yard is strongly recommended and may be required by law
in some jurisdictions. Secure doors and windows, where applicable to prevent unauthorized
access to the swimming pool. Remove all toys from the swimming pool and surrounding area
when not in use to avoid attracting children to the pool. Barriers, pool covers, pool alarms
or similar safety devices are helpful aids, but they are not substitutes for continuous adult
supervision.
7. NO ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
Never drink alcoholic beverages, use any intoxicants or medication which could hinder your
judgment and reexes.
8. KEEP YOUR POOL CLEAN AND SANITARY
Your lter system will remove suspended particles from the water and the surface skimmer
will remove insects, leaves and other debris from the water surface. Use the correct pool
chemicals as directed to destroy harmful bacteria and prevent formation of algae. Remember,
unsanitary water is a serious health hazard.
The safety stickers must be installed as per following instructions. Failure to properly install warning labels will void warranty. Failure
to mount these safety labels may subject you to substantial liability in case of injury. These warnings are not to be removed under
any circumstances! If they become discolored or fall o󰀨 please request replacements which will be sent at no charge.
FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and follow all safety instructions packaged with pool, ladder,
deck or any other accessory. Additional pool safety publications can be
obtained by contacting: The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals
(www.apsp.org)
important notice read before installation!
9. KEEP OFF TOP LEDGES
Do not walk on top ledges. They can be slippery and they are not a walkway.
10. POOL COVER SAFETY
The cover must have a tamperproof locking retainer cable that positions the cover around the
pool wall and keeps it securely in place. Never allow anyone, especially small children on the
cover. Asphyxiation or drowning could result. Be sure to remove pool cover completely from
the water surface before entering the pool. When purchasing any pool cover, please consult a
swimming pool professional.
11. ELECTRICAL HAZARD
Never touch or attempt to service electrical equipment, including the lter when your body and/
or the ground is wet. Electrocution or permanent injury due to high voltage (120V AC) could
result. The pool should be bonded in accordance with Section 680-26 of the National Electical
Code. For further assistance contact your dealer or a local licensed electrician. Do not use pool
during electrical or rain storms.
12. SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Keep a safety rope 1/4" by 50" with a otation buoy with an outside diamter of 15". Have
accessible in a prominent area by your pool. Keep a pole not less that 16 feet (4,88m) long
with a blunt or hook end available at poolside in case of emergencies. Weak swimmers and
non-swimmers should wear personal protection equipment when using the pool.
13. POOL CHEMICALS
Store pool chemicals out of the reach of children. Do not place chlorine, chlorine tablets or
sticks directly into skimmer, or winterize your pool with liquid chlorine. Damage to the skimmer,
pool liner and lter will result. Failure to obey this instruction will void all component warranties.
Always follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions when storing, handling and dispensing pool
chemicals.
14. CHECK FOR DAMAGE
Periodically check your pool and ladder components for damage and wear. Be sure all screws
are in place. Replace all damaged or worn components and tighten all screws before you use
the pool, deck or ladders. At rst sign, remove rust and touch up immediately.
15. POOL PARTS
Never modify the pool or accessories, or remove or drill holes in the pool, deck or ladder com-
ponents unless instructed. Your pool wall is made of thin metal, there is an inherent cut hazard
with metal so use gloves during installation. Always use Original Equipment Manufactured parts
for your replacement parts.
remember
to watch
children
place sign
on wall
next to pool
entry
R.01/18
PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLATION
place sign on liner above water line, opposite entry to pool
Carefully read, understand and follow all information in this user manual before installing and using the swimming pool.
These warnings, instructions and safety guidelines address some common risks of water recreation, but they cannot
cover all risks and dangers in all cases. Always use caution, common sense and good judgment when enjoying any
water activity. RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE USE.
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IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
ABOUT YOUR LINER
We do not make or supply liners for our pools.
Please contact your liner’s manufacturer with questions or if
instructions are not included with the liner.
Liner must be installed per the liner manufacturer’s
instructions.
Incorrect liner installation may void the warranty.
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Parts listing
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PARTS LISTING
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Make sure you have all the parts necessary before you
start installation.
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Parts listing
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PARTS LISTING
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A. DETERMINE THE LOCATION OF YOUR POOL
1. The Terrain
Pay special attention to choosing the right location for your
pool:
• Choose a large area, as at and level as possible and well
drained. (Image 1)
• Choose a spot on dry, rm earth (stabilizer or other)—do
not install the pool on asphalt, tar or oil based surfaces,
gravel, peat moss, wood or chemically treated soil.
• Check with your pool dealer to see if Nut Grass grows in
your area. This type of grass may grow up through your pool
liner. Your dealer will be able to advise how best to treat the
site.
• Sloped areas will need to be made level by digging away
high spots, not by lling low spots—be prepared to hire
earth-moving equipment if necessary.
• Ensure the earth is well compacted and a wall is placed to
prevent the earth from seeping out.
(Image 2)
• If you need to install partly in the ground, you must contact
your dealer to see if this is an option for you and that you
meet law requirements in your jurisdiction. (Image 3)
Important Note:
Ground preparation is one of the most important steps in
the installation process. A proper foundation will ensure
the rest of the pool assembly goes smoothly and that no
problems will occur when the pool is lled with water.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
The approximate time it takes for installation, excluding earthworks and lling is about 1/2 day. You
will need at least 3 people to help with installation.
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Buried pipes
Overhead wires
Poor drainage
Overhanging
tree branches
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A. CONT. DETERMINE THE LOCATION OF YOUR POOL
2. Things to Avoid
Do not locate your pool near or on any of the following
(Images 4 to 6):
• Overhanging tree branches.
• Overhead wires and clotheslines.
• Buried pipes and wires. Contact your gas, electric and tele-
phone utilities to nd buried pipes and wires before you dig.
• Areas with poor drainage.
• Grass, stones and roots. Grass will rot underneath the pool
liner, and stones and roots will damage the pool liner.
• Areas recently treated with oil-based weed killers, chemi-
cals or fertilizers.
3. Plan Ahead
• Will you be adding an adjacent deck later?
Be sure to leave room.
• Will you be using pool accessories or other appliances that
need electricity or gas? Locate your pool near these services
or plan to have them installed later by a licensed contractor.
Important Note:
When locating the centre of the pool, be sure to take
into consideration any structures (deck, patio, house) or
relevant items (change rooms, gazebo, etc.) that the pool
may need to line up with and ensure that the pool is in the
most visual pleasing location for your property.
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A. CONT. DETERMINE THE LOCATION OF YOUR POOL
Compactor Hammer Water hose Level File
Vacuum cleaner Pliers Rake Lawn roller Metal snips
Screwdriver Wheelbarrow Shovel Spraypaint Mallet
Measuring tape Duct tape Trowel Wrench Gloves
4. Tools Needed
List of required materials
• Straight wood plank
• Material that provides a permanent base (ex. Crushed stone)
• Fine sand (void of debris)
• Cement blocks (5cm x 20cm x 40cm / 2”x 8”x16”) (optional)
• 2x Plywood (60cm x 120cm /2ft x 4ft)
• Wood board (30cm x 20cm / 1ft x 1ft)
• Vinyl covered hooks (to hold wall steady)
• String and stakes & wooden pegs
• Prefabricated cove sections (optional)
• Pool carpeting (optional)
• Rope
• Polyethlyne Plastic Sheeting
• Optical Level
Can be useful for precise
measurements
Important Note:
Wall edges, skimmer and water return holes may be sharp,
it is important to wear gloves when installing.
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Size of foundation circle
Size of pool
1. Mark out the Area
a. Drive a peg into the ground at the centre of the area
where you want your pool. (Image 1)
b. Use a length of string tied between the peg and a can
of spray paint, and mark a circle on the ground (a tape
measure can also be used). The circle will be 12” (30 cm)
bigger all round than the pool.
(Image 2)
2. Remove the sod
a. Remove all sod and plants from the circle. (Image 3)
b. Remove any sticks, stones and roots from the circle
using a rake.
c. To make sure your pool is stable, compact the ground
well, use the compactor, before adding the sand.
B. PREPARE THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR POOL
Important Note:
Your pool must be perfectly level. Take the time you need
to be sure your foundation is perfecty level.
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3. Make the area at and level
a. Replace the centre peg with a at-topped stake, at least
1” (25 mm) square and 6” (15 cm) long. Drive it down
ush with the ground surface.
b. Nail one end of a straight 2-by-4 (5cm x 10cm) wood
plank to the top of the stake. Use a nail long enough to
hold the end of the 2-by-4 (5cm x 10cm) wood plank to
the stake while you rotate it in a circle. (Image 4)
c. Put a carpenter’s level on the wood plank and swing the
board in a circle to nd the high and low spots. (Image
5)
d. Remove all the high spots with a shovel, hoe or rake.
(Image 6)
B. CONT. PREPARE THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR POOL
Important Note:
Use the optical level to ensure that the ground is perfectly
at and level.
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e. Be prepared to hire earth moving equipment if you need
to level a large area. Remember, your pool must be level
across the diameter of the pool.
(Image 7)
f. Small dips and hollows may be lled in, but the soil must
be hard-packed and well compacted with a tamping
tool.
g. Take material such as rock dust or ne mortar that
can conform a solid, permanent base and deposit this
material around the rim of the basin. The material used
should be spread around the perimeter of the pool to a
width of 24” (60cm) and a thickness of 2” (5cm).
(Image 8)
Note: Bottom rails will be placed in the center of the
perimeter of the pool see the dashed line. (Image 8)
h. Recheck the outer perimeter of the circle, where the pool
wall will be. Compact the ground and make sure there
are no high or low spots. The bottom edge of the pool
wall must rest at on the ground and have no gaps under
it. (Image 9)
B. CONT. PREPARE THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR POOL
Important Note:
The outer 24” (60cm) of the circle must be perfectly at.
The bottom edge of the pool must rest at on the ground
and have no gaps under it. Take the time you need to be
sure this area is perfectly at and level.
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i. Go over the entire perimeter of the pool to ensure that at
every 3“ the surface is completely level.
j. Lay out the bottom rails and bottom plates around the
circle.
k. Check the roundness of your circle, by measuring the
diameter across in several locations. Since the bottom
rails do not automatically form a true circle, DO NOT
SKIP THIS STEP! Otherwise you might end up with a
slightly oval shape, which can cause problems later on.
(Image 10)
l. Verify the height of each bottom plate with an optical
level. They have to be at the same height. Adjust height if
necessary. (Image 11)
B. CONT. PREPARE THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR POOL
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4. Patio Stones (Optional)
a. Concrete patio stones may be placed at the base of each
upright of your pool.
b. Each bottom plate will show the location for a patio
stone. Make a mark in the ground at each base plate.
(Image 12)
c. Remove the bottom rails and bottom plates and lay out
the patio stones around the circle where the bottom
plates were. (Image 13)
d. The patio stones must be sunk into the ground so
the tops are ush with the soil around them. Use the
carpenter’s level to make sure the patio stones are
perfectly level and ush with the ground. Use either the
carpenter’s level and a 2-by-4 (5cm x 10cm) wood plank,
or the optical level between patio stones to make sure
the stones are level with each other. (Image 14)
e. Do not install blocks or rails on loose sifted soil or sand.
There must be no space between the ground and the
bottom of the rails. All patio blocks must be ush
with the ground, solid and level with each other in all
directions.
NOTE: Installing patio blocks is optional and the blocks
may shift due to temperature changes.
5. Proceed to Section 2 -
Assembling the Pool Base
B. CONT. PREPARE THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR POOL
Important Note:
Make sure the patio stones are perfectly level and ush
with the ground. All patio blocks must be ush with the
ground, solid and level with each other in all directions.
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ROUND FOOTPRINT - ALL SIZES
ROUND POOL CHART
Pool Size 12' 15' 18' 21' 24' 27' 30' 33' Uprights 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 Rails 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 Radius of Rails Gap B/T Rails Wall Perimeter Wall Length
7.5' 7.5' 12' 12' 12' 15' 15' 15' 9/16" 9/16" 5/8" 5/8" 5/8" 5/8" 5/8" 5/8" 452" 565" 679" 792" 905" 1018" 1131" 1244" 453" 566" 680" 793" 906" 1019" 1132" 1245"
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ASSEMBLING THE POOL BASE
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A. LAY OUT THE BOTTOM PLATES AND BOTTOM RAILS
1
See Diagram:
Please refer to your pool’s footprint (Section 1, last page) for
gap measurement.
Important Note:
Use a soft measuring tape to measure around the perimeter
of the pool. Measure from the inside of the bottom rail, the
measurement should equal the wall length.
1. Lay out bottom plates
a. Place the bottom plates equally spaced around the
perimeter of your foundation. If you are using the optional
patio stones, depending on your model place one bottom
plate on each stone. (Image 1)
2. Assemble bottom plates, rails
a. Insert the end of each bottom rail into a bottom plate.
Leave a gap between the ends of the bottom rails.
(Images 2 & 3)
b. Measure the diameter of your pool all around the circle
and make sure it is correct.
Note: this measurement should be taken from centre to
centre of the bottom plate. When the circumference is
perfectly round, hammer nails into the ground to keep the
bottom rails into place.
These nails are to be removed only at the last step-when
lling up the pool.
3. Proceed to Section 3 (S.3)
Assembling the pool wall.
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Section 3
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ASSEMBLING THE POOL WALL
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Skimmer
Stabilizer
A. SETTING UP THE POOL WALL
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1. Preparing for the wall installation
a. Bring the following items into the middle of the pool
foundation before you start uncoiling the pool wall:
plywood, some extra sand or ne dirt to make the cove
and a ladder to climb out after the wall is assembled.
b. Make sure the skimmer and water return holes are
located where you need them to be. The skimmer and
water return holes are positioned towards the end of the
wall, (the section before where the wall started).
2. Set the pool wall in place
a. Unpackage the coiled pool wall and stand it on the
plywood at the place close to where you need to install
the skimmer. (Image 1)
(Remember the skimmer and water return holes will be
placed at the section just before where you started the
wall installation).
b. Start uncoiling the wall, guiding the bottom edge into
the curved bottom rail. The starting end of the wall must
be positioned in the centre of a bottom plate, and the
skimmer and return holes should be positioned where the
pump and lter will be. (Image 1)
c. Set lengths of stabilizer onto the top edge of the wall as
you uncoil it. (Image 1)
d. We also suggest installing vinyl-covered hooks and rope
to hold the wall steady. Ideally the help of several people
should be solicited to hold the wall in place. Work around
the foundation until the entire pool wall is uncoiled into
the bottom rails. (Image 2)
e. When uncoiling the wall, the skimmer and return holes
are positioned toward the end of the wall. (Image 3)
Do not aempt to install the pool wall in the wind, wait for a calm day.
It takes at least 3 people to install the pool wall.
Important Note:
It is preferable to use very ne sand that is easily
compacted. Be careful not to spill sand on the bottom rails.
Important Note:
Wall edges, skimmer and water return holes may be sharp,
it is important to wear gloves when installing.
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3. Join the ends of the pool wall
a. Line up the holes in the two ends of the pool wall.
(Image 4)
b. Now that you have installed the wall you can be faced
with three scenarios.
1) The wall joints align perfectly, if so, move on to the
next step (c).
2) Your wall appears to be too short. It is not. However
the space between the bottom rails must be decreased
by lightly tapping the bottom plates towards the inside
of the pool. You can also tap the wall lightly with both
hands in the desired direction. (Image 5)
You MUST recheck the gaps at each and every one of
the bottom rails so that they are all equal in gap size.
3) Your wall appears too long. It is not. However the
space between the bottom rails must be increased by
tapping the bottom plates lightly towards the outside of
the pool or by tapping the wall with both hands in the
desired direction. (Image 6)
You MUST recheck the gaps at each and every one of
the bottom rails so that they are all equal in gap size.
A. CONT. SETTING UP THE POOL WALL
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Important Note:
Bottom rails must always be held in place in the bottom
plate.
Important Note:
You MUST recheck the gaps at each and every one of the
bottom rails so that they are all equal in gap size.
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A. CONT. SETTING UP THE POOL WALL
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Exterior
Exterior
interior
Interior
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c. To fasten the wall joint, overlap the two steel bars, one
on the inside and the other on the outside. Tighten the
mechanical screws on the inside and the nuts on the
outside. Ensure that all botls and all the holes are used.
(Image 7)
d. Adjusting the pool to the proper shape may cause the
bottom rails and bottom plates to slip out of alignment a
little. Recheck all of the bottom plates to make sure each
one is centred where the bottom rails meet.
e. Cover the seam and bolt heads on the inside/interior
of the pool wall completely with 2” (50mm) duct tape.
(Image 8)
4. Make sure the pool wall is round
a. Using a tape measure, measure across the circle at each
bottom plate. The pool wall must be round. Adjust the
circle by nudging the base plates in or out with your foot.
(Image 9)
Important Note:
Stick a screwdriver through two of the holes to help line
up the ends of the wall.
When tightening the screws start from either the
top and go down or vice versa. Do not start a few
screws from top and a few from the bottom to meet
in the middle, this can cause problems later on.
Important Note:
The pool must be level across the perimeter. A pool that is
not level is dangerous and may collapse.
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