Radiant Pools Metric User manual

Installation Manual
Metric Oval Residential Swimming Pool

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WARNING: DO NOT DIVE OR JUMP. IT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR DIVING
OR JUMPING. YOUR POOL IS APPROXIMATELY 4’ DEEP. IF YOU DIVE OR
JUMP INTO YOUR POOL YOU RUN THE RISK OF PERMANENT INJURY OR
DEATH.
Enclosed in the liner box is the safety envelope. The safety stickers must be installed as per instructions. Failure
to properly install warning labels will void warranty. Alert all visitors and family of the risks associated with
jumping and/or diving and point out all warning labels supplied. Failure to mount these safety labels may
subject you to substantial liability in case of injury.
Your pool is designed for years of pleasurable, safe family fun. But when used incorrectly, a swimming pool can
be dangerous. To insure your pool is used safely you must observe the following safety precautions:
1. Do not dive, do not jump, no rough play, no running or pushing.
2. Do not walk on the top rail without deck and fence. It can be slippery and is not a walkway.
3. Be sure to install all safety labels provided with your pool according to the safety instructions.
4. Keep a 50’ safety rope with a flotation buoy with an outside diameter of 15” accessible in a prominent
area by your pool.
5. Post near all entrances to the pool area a list of telephone numbers for the following:
a. Local police
b. Local fire department
c. Local rescue unit
d. Local ambulance service
e. Local hospital
f. 911 emergency number, if available
6. Provide fencing or an enclosure which is independent of the house as a closure around the entire pool
area. The fencing must be made of durable material, a minimum of 4’ high from ground level and with
closures with self-latching locks to make the pool inaccessible to toddlers and uninvited guests. Make
sure the gate is always closed. Be sure to follow local building code requirements for load capacity and
fencing if using an aftermarket or homebuilt deck.
7. Check with your local town or municipality in regard to obtaining a building permit and/or an electrical
permit. The installer shall follow the regulations for set backs, barriers, devices and other conditions.
8. All electrical outlet connections should be a minimum of 5’ from the outside perimeter of the wall of the
pool. From 5’-10’ there should be either a fixed connection (outlet box) or twist lock connection with a
GFCI. Connect power cords to a 3-wire grounding-type outlet only.
9. Severe electrical shock could result if you install your pump or filter on a deck. They could fall into the
water causing severe shock or electrocution. Do not install on a deck or other surface at, above or
slightly below the top ledge of the pool.
10. Do not sit, stand or climb on the pump and filter or any part of the pool structure. Components such
as the filtration system, pumps and heater must be positioned so as to prevent their being used as a
means of access to the pool by young children.
11. Never drink alcoholic beverages or use any intoxicants which could hinder your judgment and reflexes.
12. Never use the pool alone. All children must be supervised continuously.
13. Do not use pool if bottom is not clearly visible. At night, sufficient lighting must be available. It is the
pool owners’ sole responsibility to provide adequate lighting for the pool bottom, safety signs and
walkways, which exceeds minimum standards of the IES of North America.
14. Be sure that all toys, chairs and tables or similar objects that a young child could climb on be at least
4’ from the pool.
15. Do not use pool during electrical or rain storms.
16. See available Association of Spa and Pool Professionals (APSP) publications for more tips on pool
safety.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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Obtain building permit if required.
Local building and zoning requirements
Electrical and grounding requirements
Have ground tested for stray electricity
Proper backfill and drainage
Fencing requirements
Backwash (waste water) requirements
Check availability of utilities.
Call before you dig (www.digsafe.com)
With proper installation, care and maintenance, this
Radiant Metric Series Oval Residential Swimming Pool
from Radiant Pools will provide a lifetime of fun and
relaxation for the homeowner.
Radiant Pools offers a non-prorated, lifetime guarantee
on the entire pool against manufacturing defects. Walls,
coping, structural supports and channels are guaranteed
against defects due to faulty workmanship or defects
due to manufacturing for as long as you own your home.
Compare our warranty with any other pool. Engineering,
innovation and efficiency make the difference.
It’s simply brilliant.
The Installation of the Radiant Metric Series Oval pool is not hard, nor complicated. Although, installation conditions
might differ from this guide, it is important to consult with the manufacturer before making any changes that might
disturb the integrity of the pool. Failure to follow these instructions will void all warranties. Read and follow all
manufacturers’ instructions including accessories such as pumps, filters, skimmers prior to starting.
Before you start, check your packing list to confirm that you have the correct number of parts and components.
The manufacturer reserves the right to revise, change or modify construction of its pools. See packing list for pool
components included for your pool. If there are any missing or damaged components, please contact your retailer
for replacement.
While all Radiant pools are designed to meet or exceed industry recommended safety standards (ANSI/APSP-4
and 5 American National Standards for Residential Inground Swimming Pools), special attention must be paid to all
installation procedures that the installer performs and controls. Spend time to ensure that the entire pool framework
is perfectly level and square. Unlevel pools place extreme pressures on the pool walls. An earth mound or
pool cove must also be installed. This keeps the pool liner from creeping out from under the pool wall. Be sure to
follow these instructions. Improperly installed pools can rupture, allowing thousands of gallons of water to rush out,
causing extensive property damage and injury to anyone in its path. As with any major home project, a homeowner
is responsible for following all local laws, ordinances and codes. Electrical grounding of swimming pool is required.
National and local codes must be followed. A checklist is provided below as a guide for these considerations.
simply brilliant.
IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The selection and preparation of the pool site is your responsibility. The manufacturer can only suggest the
proper techniques, indicate the important considerations and emphasize the precautions and cannot be held
responsible for damages to your pool that may result from failure to carefully follow all pool specifications.
All Radiant Pool components are engineered to provide a precise fit. It is very important to handle all
components with care. Prior to assembly, all pool components should be free of sand, mud, dirt and debris of
any kind.
We recommend a small broom or shop-vac to maintain a clean track system throughout the installation process.
In addition we recommend a damp cloth be available in the event that any dirt or debris finds its way to the
panel surface.
INTRODUCTION
HOMEOWNER CHECKLIST
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TOOLS NEEDED
Tape measure, 100ft.
Level
Short handle
square shovel
Pick or
Mattock
Tamper,
10 or 12 in. Square
Transit/Laser Level
Soft bristle broom
Rake
Hand Broom
Pool trowel
Hose with spray nozzle
Socket Set
9/16” Open End Wrench
Screwdrivers,
Flathead and Phillips
14” Channel Locks
PVC Pipe Cutter
Metal File
Utility Knife
Rubber Mallet
Square
Hacksaw
Power Drill
Shop Vac
Wheelbarrow
Extension Cord
Masonry Sand
5/16” Hex nut
driver bit
String
8” Concrete Block
2” Patio Block
Long handled
pointed shovel
Duct Tape
Foam
Sealant
(Great Stuff)
Cooking Spray
COOKING
SPRAY
Cloth rag
Orange Marking
Spray Paint
7/16” and 1/8” Drill bits
Tin Snips
Step Drill Bit

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POOL COMPONENTS CHECKLIST
IMPORTANT: DO NOT ALLOW SPLINES OR COMPRESSION SEAMS TO COME IN CONTACT WITH
SAND OR OTHER DEBRIS AS THIS WILL CAUSE DIFFICULTY IN INSTALLATION.
PART DESCRIPTION 12 x 16 12 x 20 12 x 24 16 x 24 16 x 28 16 x 32 18 x 34
WALL PANELS: RADIUS (6' 3-3/8") 6 6 6 8 8 8 8 (7' 0-
⅞
")
WALL PANELS: STRAIGHT (3' 9-7/8") 2 4 6 4 6 8 8
BUTTRESS A-FRAMES 4 6 8 6 8 10 10
HOLD DOWN PLATE: 16" X 36" STEEL 4 6 8 6 8 10 10
CHANNEL 2 (4' 6") 2 (5' 6") 4 (6' 3") 2 (5'6") 4 (6' 3") 6 (5' 6") 6 (5' 6")
2 (3') 2 (3')
OVAL METRIC HARDWARE BUNDLE
HB-PMOV-C04 1
HB-PMOV-C06 1 1
HB-PMOV-C08 1 1
HB-PMOV-C10 1 1
STANDARD METRIC HARDWARE BUNDLE
HB-PM52J06 1 1 1
HB-PM52J08 1 1 1 1
OVAL PANEL BRACE KIT
A-FRAME COVER 4 6 8 6 8 10 10
COPING KIT - STRAIGHT 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
COPING KIT - RADIUS 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
SKIMMER AND ADAPTER KIT 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
LINER 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
REQUIRED COMPONENTS NOT INCLUDED IN POOL KIT:
2" x 8" x 16" PATIO BLOCK 4 4 4 6 6 6 6
8" x 8" x 16" CONCRETE BLOCK 4 8 8 8 8 12 12
CONCRETE FOOTER MIX 1.5 yds 2 yds 2.5 yds 2 yds 2.5 yds 3.5 yds 3.5 yds
CLEAN SAND FOR UNDER LINER 2 yds 2.25 yds 2.5 yds 3 yds 3.5 yds 4 yds 4.5 yds
CONCRETE COLLAR MIX (FOR SEMI & IG INSTALL) 3.25 yds 4 yds 5 yds 4.5 yds 5.5 yds 6.75 yds 7 yds
DEPENDENT ON TYPE OF INSTALL (AG, SEMI, OR IG)

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METRIC SERIES OVAL POOL COMPONENTS
6
10 7
8
5
2
3
1
1 Radius Wall Panel - Form curved ends of pool.
2 Straight Wall Panel - Form straight sides of pool.
3 Channel - Support bottom of straight walls.
4 Concrete - A-Frame footer
5 Shroud Covers, A-Frames & Extended Splines - imbedded in concrete for stability.
6 Anchor Plates - Add stability and alignment to radius wall panels
7 Liner - Fits inside of pool to form a watertight skin.
8 Standard Splines - Used at curved panel joints to join walls together.
9 Straight Panel Spline Connector - Join straight panels together.
10 Standard Metric Coping - Secures liner & gives finished appearance.
11 Hold Down Plates - reinforces structural stability
12 Structural Bracing - for Straight Wall Panels
# COMPONENT
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4
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Drawings are for illustrative purposes and are not to scale.
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SELECTING POOL LOCATION
The selection and preparation of the pool site is your responsibility. The manufacturer can only suggest the
proper techniques, indicate the important considerations, emphasize the precautions, and cannot be held
responsible for damages to your pool that may result from failure to carefully follow all pool specifications.
1. The surface on which your pool will stand must be absolutely level and solid. This condition should
extend 2’ beyond the actual pool area all around. The best surface is bare solid earth free from
stones, roots and other sharp objects.
Fill
2. Allow plenty of play area around the pool. Fit the location into your landscaping plans.
3. The pool site must be accessible to electrical and water supply and should allow for disposal
of great quantities of water when the pool is drained. All electric outlets within 10’ must be GFI
protected.
5. Do not set up your pool in hilly areas or areas with poor drainage.
For Semi-Inground Installations: The site of installation
must accomodate an efcient drainage system to
minimize the impact of heavy rain and high ground
water conditions.
4. When installing your pool on a solid level surface, it is imperative that you protect your pool and liner
from chemicals and other foreign matter contained in the surface. Do not install your pool on peat
moss, tar paper, roots, sticks, gravel or chemically treated or contaminated soil not approved for
pool use. Any or all of these surfaces can ruin your pool and liner and will void your warranty. To
prevent stones or other foreign material from damaging the liner it is recommended to build a 2” to
3” base of clean washed masonry sand or other suitable base material inside the entire pool.
5. If ants or termites are prevalent in your area, have soil treated with
insecticides and allow sufficient time for them to dissipate before
continuing with pool installation.
6. Do not set up your pool under trees or under overhead wires.
7. Do not set up your pool near any existing structure such as
your house, garage, etc., as this condition may compel diving
or jumping into your pool which could result in permanent injury
or death. You must check with your local municipality for all
appropriate ordinances and regulations.
8. Do not set up your pool on or near any septic system or
underground utilities.
NO
NO
NO
NO
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GROUND PREPARATION
Establish ground level (benchmark) of the pool. A sturdier pool will result when the pool rests on undisturbed earth.
It is better to have to remove an inch or two by hand than to have to build up after the excavator had gone too deep.
Any voids beneath the wall panels cause by large rock removal, etc., must be filled and properly compacted.
LEVELING AND LAYOUT
The excavation area will be larger than the pool area to accommodate leveling blocks, A-Frames and supports.
Choose the location of your pool using Line A-B as the long side of the pool.
1. Locate and mark points A, B, C, D, M and N.
2. Square the area: The Diagonals A-C and B-D should be equal.
3. Swing a half circle arc from M and N. (9’ 2” for 16’ wide pool; 7’ 2” for 12’ wide pool)*
This will give you the area to be leveled for your pool.
*Stake M and N for patio block placement at radius ends of pool after leveling.
Leveling Example: 16’ x 32’ Pool

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TRENCH LAYOUT
D
D1 C1
C
16’ x 32’
A-FRAME TRENCH
LAYOUT
A
A1 B1
B
Outline the Area for Digging the A-Frame Trenches:
1. Measure outside the pool 14” from Line A-B.
2. Measure inside the pool 13” from Line A-B.
3. Extend length of Line A-B 6” at both ends, making Line A1-B1 12” longer than A-B.
Repeat the Procedure with Line C-D for the C1-D1 trench.
Example: 12’ x 24’ Pool Example: 16’ x 32’ Pool (drawing below)
A-B, C-D: 12’ A-B, C-D: 16’
Trench Length A1-B1, C1-D1: 13’ Trench Length A1-B1, C1-D1: 17’
Trench Width: 27” Trench Width: 27”
Parallel Distance Between Trenches: 9’ 10” Parallel Distance Between Trenches: 13’ 10”
(See page 17 for completed trench diagram) (See page 18 for completed trench diagram)
Dig trenches 8” deep for all pool sizes. Level the bottom of the trench so that the top of the
8” concrete block is level with benchmark.
NOTE: IF INSTALLING METRIC OVAL WITH HOPPER, PLEASE REFER TO SEPARATE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
TRENCH LAYOUT.
A-B
C-D
A-D
B-C
Diagonal
A-C or B-D
End of Pool
Arc
Trench
Width
Trench
Length
Trench
Depth
12' x 16' 4' 12' 12' 7 3/4' 7' R 27" 5' 8"
12' x 20' 8' 12' 14' 5" 7' R 27" 9' 8"
12' x 24' 12' 12' 16' 11 5/8" 7' R 27" 13' 8"
16' x 24' 8' 16' 17' 10 3/4" 9' R 27" 9' 8"
16' x 28' 12' 16' 20' 9' R 27" 13' 8"
16' x 32' 16' 16' 22' 7 1/2" 9' R 27" 17' 8"
18' x 34' 16' 18' 24' 7/8" 10' R 27" 17' 8"

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PATIO BLOCK LAYOUTS
16’ POOLS
12’ POOLS
PATIO BLOCK
PATIO BLOCK
LEVEL AREA
LEVEL AREA
TRENCH
TRENCH
TRENCH
TRENCH
Mid-Line
2’ 11”
Mid-Line
6’
Semi-Circle
6’
Semi-Circle
8’
Semi-Circle
6’ 1”
8’
Semi-Circle
16’ POOLS
12’ POOLS
PATIO BLOCK
PATIO BLOCK
LEVEL AREA
LEVEL AREA
TRENCH
TRENCH
TRENCH
TRENCH
Mid-Line
2’ 11”
Mid-Line
6’
Semi-Circle
6’
Semi-Circle
8’
Semi-Circle
6’ 1”
8’
Semi-Circle
12’ POOLS:
There will be 2 patio blocks set at each radius end.
1. Mark a 6 foot semi-circle from points M and N.
2. Mark a Mid-line thru M and N crossing the
6’ semi-circles.
3. From the intersection of the mid-line and
the semi-circle, measure 2’ 11” in both
directions on the 6’ semi-circle. Repeat
on opposite side. This will be the center
of the patio blocks for the radius ends
of the pool.
4. Set patio blocks centered to above
measurements with front of block 5’ 10”
from points M and N.
5. Level the tops of the blocks to the
benchmark of the pool.
All radius panels will join near
the center of the patio blocks.
16’ POOLS:
There will be 3 patio blocks set at each radius end.
1. Mark an 8 foot semi-circle from points M and N.
2. Mark a Mid-line thru M and N crossing the 8’ semi- circles
3. From the intersection of the mid-line
and the semi-circle, measure 6’ 1”
from the center of the block in both
directions on the 8’ semi-circle.
Repeat on opposite side. This
will be the center of the other
2 blocks for the ends
of the pool.
4. Set patio blocks centered
to above measurements
with front of block 7’ 10”
from points M and N.
5. Level the tops of the
blocks to the benchmark
of the pool.

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PATIO BLOCK LAYOUTS
18’ POOLS
PATIO BLOCK
LEVEL AREA
TRENCH
TRENCH
Mid-Line
9’
Semi-Circle
7’ ¼”
9’
Semi-Circle
8’ 10”
All radius panels will join near
the center of the patio blocks.
18’ POOLS:
There will be 3 patio blocks set at each radius end.
1. Mark an 9 foot semi-circle from points M and N.
2. Mark a Mid-line thru M and N crossing the 9’ semi- circles
3. From the intersection of the mid-line and the semi-circle, measure 7 ’ ¼” from the center of the block
in both directions on the 9’ semi-circle. Repeat on opposite side. This will be the center of the other
2 blocks for the ends of the pool.
4. Set patio blocks centered to above measurements with front of block 8’ 10” from points M and N.
5. Level the tops of the blocks to the benchmark of the pool.

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The bottom channel, once assembled, creates the framework for all remaining assembly and must be
done next. Bottom channels come with welded extensions at one end to connect tracks together.
To assemble, align holes on extension over holes in channel track. Insert 3/8” x 3/4” bolts with
9/16” head with washers from beneath the bottom track using open end wrench.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
Check bottom track for cleanliness.
Track should be free of all dirt and debris.
CHANNEL ASSEMBLY AND LAYOUT
16’ X 32’
12’ X 24’
Inside Channel
(Wall panel)
Outside Channel
(Connectors)
Pool Exterior
Pool Interior
Wall panels are set in the
INSIDE channel.
Connectors are set in the
OUTSIDE channel.
16’ x 32’ POOL

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13”
27”
16”
16”
12”
15 1/2”
LEVEL COMPACTED
SAND OR STONE DUST
INSIDE
POOL
STANDARD 8”x 8”x16”
CONCRETE BLOCK
CHANNEL
TOP SURFACE OF BLOCKS
MUST BE LEVEL WITH
BENCHMARK
15”
CONCRETE BLOCK AND CHANNEL LAYOUTS
LEVEL COMPACTED
SAND OR STONE DUST
INSIDE
POOL
STANDARD 8”x 8”x16”
CONCRETE BLOCKCHANNEL
TOP SURFACE OF BLOCKS
MUST BE LEVEL WITH
BENCHMARK
13”
27”
12”
14 3/4”
15”
4’ 6” CHANNEL
8’ 6” CHANNEL
1. Top of concrete blocks must be adjusted to the benchmark of the pool.
Using sand or stone dust, blocks must be level as well as the proper height to allow the channel to lay flat.
2. Place channel over trench supported by concrete blocks. Lay first channel along Line A-B and the second
along Line C-D.
3. The channel will extend 3” beyond the A, B, C and D points and will be a total of 6” longer than straight portion
of pool.
4. Channel should be parallel 12’, 16’ or 18’ apart depending on pool size.
Check that diagonals are equal (AC = BD).
5. The distance between blocks may vary slightly, but keep away from A-Frames and channel joints.
12 X 16 POOL:
BLOCK PLACEMENT
• 2 BLOCKS ON EACH SIDE
• 15” IN FROM BOTH ENDS OF THE TRENCH
12 x 20 & 16 x 24 POOLS:
BLOCK PLACEMENT
• 4 BLOCKS ON EACH SIDE
• 15” IN FROM BOTH ENDS OF THE TRENCH

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LEVEL COMPACTED
SAND OR STONE DUST
INSIDE
POOL
STANDARD 8”x 8”x16”
CONCRETE BLOCK
CHANNEL
TOP SURFACE OF BLOCKS
MUST BE LEVEL WITH
BENCHMARK
13”
27”
20”
29”
29”
30 1/4”
20”
12”
15”
CONCRETE BLOCK AND CHANNEL LAYOUTS
LEVEL COMPACTED
SAND OR STONE DUST
INSIDE
POOL
STANDARD 8”x 8”x16”
CONCRETE BLOCK
CHANNEL
TOP SURFACE OF BLOCKS
MUST BE LEVEL WITH
BENCHMARK
13”
27”
35”
25 1/2”
12”
35”
15”
12 x 24 & 16 x 28 POOLS:
BLOCK PLACEMENT
• 4 BLOCKS ON EACH SIDE
• 15” IN FROM BOTH ENDS OF THE TRENCH
16 x 32 & 18 x 34 POOLS:
BLOCK PLACEMENT
• 6 BLOCKS ON EACH SIDE
• 15” IN FROM BOTH ENDS OF THE TRENCH
12’ 6” CHANNEL
16’ 6” CHANNEL

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STRAIGHT WALL PANEL AND CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Use of cooking spray is recommended on the first few
inches of the splines to ease assembly. DO NOT use petroleum
based lubricants (WD-40). Ease of spline installation depends
on level and parallel wall joints.
Once bottom track is assembled, begin installing wall panels
Drawings are for illustrative purposes and are not to scale.
1. Place a straight panel connector 3” from the end of
a channel.
2. Stand a straight panel next to the connector in the channel.
Install a 52” spline to join the panel and connector on the
inside of the pool.
3. Slide short spline (5 3/4”) into the outside
of the pool wall and connector.
4. Slide extended “T” spline down on top
of the short spline.
5. Slide a 2nd short spline down on top
of the extended spline.
6. Place the 2nd oval straight panel
connector into the channel.
7. Place the 2nd panel into the channel
and install splines as in steps 2-6.
(52” splines on inside of pool; short and
extended “T” splines on the outside of pool).
Continue assembling down the channel until
an oval straight panel connector is 3” from
the other end of the channel.
8. Install first radius panel at each end of the
channel to add stability to the assembled
straight panels. The first radius panels will
overlap 3” into the channel. Using a 7/16” bit,
drill through the inner bottom channel and
wall panel, where the radius panel overlaps
the channel. Then install included 2 ½” bolt
and nut.
9. Install the straight panels on the other
side of the pool.
3” space
Short Splines - 5 3/4”
Extended “T” Splines
Standard 52”Splines
(OUTSIDE POOL)
(OUTSIDE POOL)
(INSIDE POOL)
Straight Wall
Connector
FIRST
PANEL
(outside pool)
SECOND
PANEL
(outside pool)
*
EXTENDED “T” SPLINES
STRAIGHT PANEL
CONNECTOR
STANDARD
52” SPLINE
STANDARD
52” SPLINE
STRAIGHT WALL PANEL STRAIGHT WALL PANEL
*
3”channel
overlap
RADIUS
PANEL
(outside pool)

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RADIUS WALL PANEL ASSEMBLY
RADIUS PANEL ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Do not install final radius panel until after
installing a-frames and sand has been brought inside
pool.
Compression Seam
Anchor Plate
Patio Block
Compression Seam
Spline
A.
Locate the wall panel that is cut for the skimmer and
return fitting. The location for the panel should be
adjacent to the electrical supply and provide ease of
access once the pool is installed.
Place an anchor plate centered on a patio block.
Place 2 wall panels so they meet on the center of
the anchor plate. (g.A) Please be aware that each
compression seam should be flush before attempting
to insert the splines. (g.B) Splines are designed to
slide freely into place when inserted properly into
level panels. Gently shaking panels can help ease
insertion of some splines.
NOTE: Use of cooking oil or food spray as
lubricant on the first 4-6” of the splines.
DO NOT use petroleum based lubricants (WD-40).
Hard downward pressure or hammering causes
metal burrs and jams the spline into the compression
seam. If a spline does not install easily, leave it and
go to the next one or next panel. Aligning the next
panel will most frequently align the previous one as
well.
Duplicate this process with the remaining wall panels
stopping before installing the final wall panel. At
this time you need to bring in the sand through this
opening to prepare the bottom of the pool.
Drill 7/16” holes through the pool panels at the
anchor plate predrilled holes. Secure with 2 ½” bolts
and nuts. Make sure the panels are securely in the
anchor plates and even at the top before drilling.
This will create a bolted pool frame for bonding, if
needed. Check with local codes for requirements.
Skimmer Cut-Out
Return Cut-Out
Wall Panel
B.
Pool Exterior

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A-FRAME AND STRAP INSTALLATION
A-FRAME AND STRUCTRUCAL BRACE INSTALLATION
There are as many A-Frames on a side as straight
panel joints.
1. The bottom of the A-frame will be under the
channel and the notched cutout at the bottom
will interlock with the channel at wall connections
between (2) extended “T” splines. (Fig. A)
2. Identify structural brace kit and shroud covers.
One of each cup and one brace will be used for
each straight panel.
3. Slip shroud cover over the entire A-frame
assembly, including T-splines. Position mounting
cups on either side of shroud so that all holes
punched in materials (A-frame, t-splines, shroud
cover and mounting cups) line up accurately. Now
secure using the included capscrew and t-nut.
(Fig. B)
4. Slide the brace into the mounting cups. Ensure a
snug fit at bottom of cup.
Check level plumb and square of pool.
Channel Tr
ench w/concrete block
supporting channel
27”
Pool Wall
Extended “T” Spline
A-Frame
Inside Pool
2”Flathead Through
Boltsand T-Nuts
Bracing kit will include a longer
capscrew where braces are used
on two adjacent straight panels.
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B.

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Concrete to top
of weld point
on A-Frame
Concrete to top of
A-Frame horizontal
Trench
27”
8” 12”
CONCRETE REQUIREMENTS
Drawings are for illustrative purposes and are not to scale.
SIZE AREA VOLUME YARDS YARDS w/Collar
12 X 16 5' x 8" x 27" 21 cu. Ft. 1.5 yard 3.25 yards
12 X 20 9' x 8" x 27" 36 cu. Ft. 2 yards 4 yards
12 X 24 13' x 8" x 27" 52 cu. Ft. 2.5 yards 5 yards
16 X 24 9' x 8" x 27" 36 cu. Ft. 2 yards 4.5 yards
16 X 28 13' x 8" x 27" 52 cu. Ft. 2.5 yards 5.5 yards
16 X 32 17' x 8" x 27" 68 cu. Ft. 3.5 yards 6.75 yards
18 X 34 17' x 8" x 27" 68 cu. Ft. 3.5 yards 7 yards
Follow Table Below For Concrete Requirements. Use Standard Swimming Pool Collar Mix Concrete.
CHECK LEVEL PLUMB AND SQUARE OF POOL ONE FINAL TIME BEFORE POURING CONCRETE
Fill trench to top of the A-Frame horizontal inside of the pool and to top of weld point on A-Frame on the outside of the
pool (Fig. A). Allow 24 hours to set before filling pool completely.
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PREPARING POOL FLOOR
The pool interior must be prepared to provide a smooth surface and protection for the vinyl liner. Check inside of
pool area for debris, stones, sharp objects, etc. Using the prescribed amount of masonry sand per pool (as shown
in the chart below) will provide a 2” layer across the pool floor and a 6” cove up the wall of the pool.
Drawings are for illustrative purposes and are not to scale.
Using the masonry sand, build a pool cove 3” to 4” high inside
the wall along the entire circumference of the pool. This will
prevent the liner from creeping under the wall. This step is not
optional and must be done.
Spread the remaining sand equally across the bottom of the
pool. This will give you a 2” sand base. After the cove and
base are in place, rake and tamp the entire pool area. Make
sure that no sand is allowed to remain on the wall above the
cove. This could cause pinholes in your liner.
PREPARING POOL COVE
Pool
Interior
POOL COVE
POOL WALL
Pool
Size
Amount of
Sand
12' x16' 2 yds
12' x 20' 2.25 yds
12' x 24' 2.5 yds
16' x 24' 3 yds
16' x 28' 3.5 yds
16' x 32' 4 yds
18' x 34' 4.5 yds
Masonry Sand
Requirements Fill in and tamp soil to top of concrete around the horizontal base support. Place the
sand inside the pool area before the last panel is installed. Center the hold down plates
over the horizontal base supports.
Once the sand has been placed inside the pool, install the remaining wall panel.
16” X 36” Hold Down Plates
Standard Swimming Pool
Collar Mix Concrete

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SKIMMER ASSEMBLY
Place the U shaped foam insert into the panel
cut out with open side up. Fig. C
Install the rubber sandwich gasket on the gray
mounting plate, making sure the gasket straddles
both sides of the mounting plate. Fig. D
Place the gray mounting plate with gaskets on
the pool interior side of the panel cut-out, with the
white plate on the exterior of the panel. Secure
the assembly with 2¼” countersink bolts and
T-nuts loosely through 4 pre drilled corner holes
in the gray mounting plate, the wall panel and the
white mounting plate. Fig. E
Use the fifth bolt and T-nut at the bottom center
hole in the mounting assembly and tighten firmly.
Do not over tighten. Fig. F
Slip skimmer body through the white plate to
the gasket on the gray plate. Fig. G
Secure tightly with 2 pan head screws (different
style screws in the skimmer hardware bag) from
the water side through the gaskets and gray plate
into the skimmer body center hole on each side.
Fig. H
Tighten the 4 corner bolts, firm, do not over
tighten.The skimmer faceplate is attached after
the liner is installed.
For Skimmer Assembly instructions for
Inground installation, see page 32.
C.
D.
Mounting Plate
Gasket
E.
F.
G.
H.
U-shaped
Foam Insert
White
Mounting
Plate
Gray Mounting Plate
w/gasket installed
Skimmer
Skimmer Cut-Out
Pool Interior