Simplicity PSMP User manual

THIS POOL IS NOT DESIGNED FOR DIVING OR JUMPING.
DANGEROUS INJURY CAN RESULT-SHALLOW WATER!!!
SIMPLICITY ROUND POOL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
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:
Do not dive!-Do not jump!- No rough play!- No running or pushing!
Do not walk on the top rail. It can be slippery and is not a walkway.
Be sure to install all safety labels provided with your pool according to the
instructions.
Keep a safety rope 1/4” by 50’ with a flotation buoy with an outside diameter of 15”.
Have accessible in a prominent area by your pool.
Post near all entrances to pool area; a list of telephone numbers of the:
• Nearest available police • Nearest ambulance service
• Nearest available fire department • Nearest available hospital
• Nearest available rescue unit • Nearest available physician
• 911 emergency number if available
Provide fencing or 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’ in height from ground level and with closures with self-latching
locks, to make pool inaccessible to toddlers and uninvited guests. Make sure
gate is always closed. Be sure to follow local building code requirements for load
capacity and fencing if using an aftermarket or homebuilt deck. You must make
sure all fence and barriers are in working order so that pool is always protected.
Check with your local town for any special laws in your locale.
Never drink alcoholic beverages or use any intoxicants which could hinder your
judgment and reflexes.
Never use pool alone. All children must be supervised continuously.
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 pool bottom, safety signs and walkways, which exceeds minimum
standards of the IES of North America.
Do not climb, stand or sit on any pool structure or the filter system. Components
such as the filtration system, pumps and heater must be positioned so as to
prevent thembeing used as a means of access to the pool by young children.
Be sure that all toys, chairs and tables or similar objects that a young child could
climb on be at least four feet (4’) from pool.
Do not use pool during electrical or rain storms.
See available National Spa and Pool Institute (NSPI), publications for more tips on pool safety.
D O NOT AFFIX
ANY OTHER PRODUCTS
MADE BY OTHERS
TO YOUR POOL
SUCH AS
,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO
,
DECKS AND SLIDES !
WARNING:
SIGN TO BE PLACED ON
LINER ABOVE WATER LINE
OPPOSITE ENTRY TO POOL
ENCLOSED IN FRAME CARTON IS SAFETY
ENVELOPE. 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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
READ BEFORE INSTALLATION
SIGN MUST BE PLACED
ON WALL NEXT TO ENTRY
TO POOL
THESE WARNINGS ARE NOT TO
BE REMOVED UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES! IF THEY
BECOME DISCOLORED OR FALL
OFF, PLEASE REQUEST
REPLACEMENTS WHICH WILL BE
SENT AT NO CHARGE.
P/N 95-0763 05/14
Resin Above Ground Pool Assembly & Installation
Follow All Safety and Maintenance Instructions

ABOVE GROUND POOL SAFETY
warning
FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN PERMANENT INJURY,
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 follow-
ing safety rules are strictly observed. First-time users run the highest risk of injury. Make sure everyone understands. To insure
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.
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 “rough-playin” 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.
7. NO ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
Never drink alcoholic beverages or use any intoxicants 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 warning are not to be removed
under any circumstances! If they become discolored or fall off 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. 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 ROPE & POLE
Keep a safety rope 1/4" by 50" with a otation buoy with an outside diamter of 15". Have ac-
cessible 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 pool side in case of emergencies.
13.POOL CHEMICALS
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 in-
struction 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
watch
children
place sign on
liner above water
line, opposite en-
try to pool
place sign on
wall next to
pool entry
R.10/12
PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLATION

POOL AREA DIMENSIONS (POOL RADIUS PLUS ONE FOOT)
8’-6” Radius
15’ ROUND
POOL
11’ 6” Radius
21’ ROUND
POOL
ROUND POOL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
7’ Radius
12’ ROUND
POOL
10’ Radius
18’ ROUND
POOL 24’ ROUND
POOL
Radius means the measurement from the center point of the pool to the pool wall.
13’ Radius

PARTS LISTING
Pool Name Simplicity
Pool Code Round PSMP
Pool Code Oval N/A
Part Number Description 12' 15' 18' 21' 24'
TOP LEDGE
12' Round 39193 TOP LEDGE SIMPLICITY 12' 55-7/16" 8
15' Round 39194 TOP LEDGE SIMPLICITY 15' 56-5/16" 10
18' Round 39195 TOP LEDGE SIMPLICITY 18' 56-3/8" 12
21' Round 39196 TOP LEDGE SIMPLICITY 21' 56-3/8" 14
24' Round 39197 TOP LEDGE SIMPLICITY 24' 56-3/8" 16
BOTTOM RAIL
12' Round 39198 BOTTOM RAIL SIMPLICITY 12' 55-7/16" 8
15' Round 39199 BOTTOM RAIL SIMPLICITY 15' 56-5/16" 10
18' Round 39200 BOTTOM RAIL SIMPLICITY 18' 56-3/8" 12
21' Round 39201 BOTTOM RAIL SIMPLICITY 21' 56-3/8" 14
24' Round 39202 BOTTOM RAIL SIMPLICITY 24' 56-3/8" 16
TOP CONNECTOR
TOP CONNECTOR 39203 TOP CONNECTOR SIMPLICITY 810 12 14 16
BOTTOM CONNECTOR
BOTTOM CONNECTOR 39204 BOTTOM CONNECTOR SIMPLICITY 810 12 14 16
HARDWARE
WALL HARDWARE 10608 HDW YZ #37 BOLT SET WALL 48/52/54" 11111
Wall Wall 11111
Wall Bars 22222

STEP 1: POOL LOCATION
Do not locate pool over underground lines, septic tanks, under electrical lines, near hazardous structures, or out of local code restrictions. It
is essential that the area selected for your pool has a level and firm base. Do not assemble your pool on asphalt, tar or oil base surfaces.
Avoid areas with sharp objects, or ground treated with weed killer or other chemicals. Also avoid areas where nut grass, Bermuda grass or
bamboo grass grows, as they can grow through your liner. Grass must be removed. Do not place components such as filters, pumps, or
heaters in a way that they can be used as a means of access to the pool by young children. Be sure to follow all local building codes and
obtain all building permits required for your area.
Remove soil and
grass to this
level.Remove grass only.
Determine the pool circumference by putting a stake in the ground at the center of the location desired, and with a line equal in length to
the radius of the pool area (1/2 the pool size plus 12”), mark off the circumference with a sharp object, lawn edger, white powder, or spray
paint.
After all of the sod has been removed, you must make the pool area absolutely level as measured by a level or transit, not simply by the
naked eye. Find the lowest spot within the pool area and level the ground to that lowest spot. Do not add dirt to the low areas as that will
cause settling after the pool is filled with water. It is the high areas that must be dug away. The footing (perimeter) of the pool must be a
solid foundation to prevent the pool from settling into dirt that is loosened by rain and water splashing over the side. Once again, clean the
area of all sharp objects, including roots that could later effect your swimming pool. For leveling, we recommend that you use a long
straight edge board and a carpenters level or transit.
STEP 2: TO PREPARE THE POOL SITE
LEVEL POOL AREA
(Pool Dia. + 12”)
*BE SURE TO AVOID:
-All electrical wires -All gas lines
-Septic tanks
-Cesspools
-Dry wells
-Tree roots/stumps
-Buried debris (trees,building material, etc.)
-Sudden slopes within 6’ of pool area
Sample

SIMPLICITY PARTS BREAKDOWN
Once you have completed the ground preparation, you should open all the cartons of the pool to become familiar with all of its components.
You should also refer to the breakdown sheet that is packed with your pool and make sure that you have the correct number of each
component necessary to complete your pool. If you are missing any parts, or you have received any damaged parts, you should notify the
dealer where you purchased the pool before beginning the assembly.
STEP 3: BOTTOM RAIL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY
Bottom rails and bottom rail connectors are the ones that go on the ground. You need to take them and place them in a circle along the
circumference of the pool area. Assemble the bottom rails with the bottom rail connectors. Check roundness of your circle by measuring the
diameter across in several locations. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP! Otherwise, you might end up with an oval shape, which will cause
problems later on. Once you establish a true circle, stake the bottom rails at every other rail with a screwdriver or small stake to ensure that
it stays in place during the remainder of the installation.
Measure from bottom rail connector to opposite bottom rail
connector at several connectors to ensure roundness.

In this step, you will use the wall carton as a base to unravel the pool wall. Locate the area that you wish to put the skimmer and return so that you
can start to unravel the wall from that point. Unravel the wall a little at a time, inserting into the bottom rails as you go. Do not unravel the entire wall at
once, this makes the installation much more difficult. As you unravel the wall you will need something to hold it up. We recommend placing stakes
around the outside of the pool and clipping the wall to the stakes as you go.
If the side wall seems too long or too short, make the bottom ring larger or smaller by equally sliding the bottom rails in or out of the bottom rail
connectors. If the ground is uneven, the wall may jump out of the bottom rail. Correct this condition by rechecking the ground level.
STEP 4: WALL INSTALLATION
Make sure
skimmer and
skimmer return
holes are
unobstructed
Use stakes to support wall
Wall joint will be
here
STEP 5: WALL JOINT ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT-–This operation must be done carefully! When joining the sidewall, make sure that the aluminum strips do not touch each
other. One bar must be inside the pool (the bolts will touch this bar) and one bar must be outside the pool (the nuts will touch this bar). Insert the
bolts with the bolt head to the inside and the nuts to the outside of the pool. Do not tighten until all bolts have been inserted. If your screwdriver slips
and scratches the head of the bolt, file the scratches smooth so that it cannot puncture the liner. Cover the heads of the bolts, on the inside
of the wall, with three layers of duct tape. If the insertion of the wall in the bottom rail is tight at the point where the wall is joined together, insert a
screwdriver and twist to make enough room, again being sure not to scratch the wall or the bottom rail.
Inside wall bar
Nut goes to
outside of
pool
Outside wall bar
Outside of pool
Inside of pool
SInside wall
3/4” Bolts
Pool wall
Wall bar
1/4 Nuts
Inside of pool
Wall bar
Pool wall
Outside of pool
Top View

Using neutral alkalinity sifted earth, or fine sand without pebbles, build a 2” base over the entire pool area to protect the liner. DO NOT
USE ANY SUBSTANCE WITH HIGH ALKALINE OR ACID CONTENT, ESPECIALLY MOSS, AS IT WILL CORRODE METAL PARTS!
Next, using the sifted earth or fine sand, build a pool cove 6” to 8” high inside the metal wall along the entire circumference. This will
prevent the liner from creeping under the wall, and it will also protect the liner from any metal edges of the pool framework. THIS STEP
IS NOT OPTIONAL-IT MUST BE DONE! Since earth containing chemicals can cause discoloration or corrosion, it is suggested that you
place polyethylene plastic sheeting under the cove around the perimeter of the wall, so no earth comes in contact with the metal. Since the
presence of such chemicals is beyond the control of the manufacturer, such damage is not covered by the warranty.
After the cove and the base are in place, rake and tap 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.
STEP 6: PREPARING THE COVE
Use duct tape to cover the raw edges of the metal at the skimmer and return cut outs. Do not place the liner wall seam
directly over the skimmer or return cut outs. Place the liner at the center of the pool with seams facing down. Spread the
liner so that the bottom seam of the circumference is resting on the cove evenly around the pool. the seam should not be
on the wall or shifted to one side. These conditions will cause tightness or stretching of the liner when the pool is being
filled with water.
STEP 7A: LINER INSTALLATION
CORRECT LINER SEAM
Resting evenly on or near the cove
of the pool. Seam may not always
lie on the cove as pictured, so your
focus should be to keep the seam
consistent around the pool.
INCORRECT LINER SEAM
Shifted up wall.
This should not be done.
Correct this situation
if it occurs.

If you opted to use the wall rims to help hold the wall up, then you will need to take them off, a few pieces at a time while
installing the liner. You may find it easier to take off 3 or 4 at a time and replace them before taking off the next set, so there is
some support for the wall. Do not place the liner wall seem directly over the skimmer or skimmer return cutouts. Place the liner at
the center of the pool with the flap from the seams facing down. (For print liners, leave the print side facing up.) Spread the liner
so that the bottom seam of the circumference is resting on the cove evenly around the pool. The seam should not be upon the wall
or shifted to one side. These conditions will cause tightness or stretching of the liner when the pool is being filled.
CORRECT LINER SEAM
Resting evenly on the cove
of the pool.
INCORRECT LINER SEAM
Shifted up wall.
This should not be done.
Correct this situation
if it occurs.
POOL WALL
COVE
COVE
STEP 10: LINER INSTALLATION
STEP 11: HANGING LINER
+
COPING INSTALLATION
Starting at the liner wall seam, hang the liner over the wall making sure that the seam is straight up and down, perpendicular to
the floor. This will assure you that the liner begins going over the wall straight. As you put the liner over the wall you can secure it
by using the plastic coping strips to keep it in place. If you end up with excess material, continue around the pool, pulling excess
liner evenly, and distribute over the wall until the excess is gone.
Liner wall seam straight up and down
(Notice the seam is away from skimmer and return area)
Outside
pool wall Liner overlap
Plastic coping
Liner overlapping
pool wall
Plastic coping installed at this
time to hold liner in place
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STEP 7B: LINER AND TOP RAILS INSTALLATION
At this point you need to hang up the liner at top of the wall. To hold it up use the top rails snapping them with the liner on
top of the wall. Do that all around the pool. Check for correct liner seam again. Start filling the pool with water. When about 12"
of being filled, start assembling the top rail connectors with the top rails all the way around the pool. Install the filter and
plumbing following directions from the skimmer filter and plumbing of you choice (not included with pool).
Liner
Top Rail Slides into
top rail connector and
then it snaps in wall
Top Rail
Inside Pool

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
*Please fill out this sheet and keep it in your records for future reference. This information can be very
helpful if the time ever comes that you need to make a warranty claim, change your liner, or need
replacement parts for your swimming pool.
IN ORDER FOR YOUR POOL WARRANTY TO BE DEEMED VALID YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR
POOL AT MYPOOLWARRANTY.COM
1) Name of Pool
2) Date of Pool Purchase
3) Purchased From
4) Date Installed
5) Installed By
6) Size of Pool
7) Name of Pool Wall
8) Kind of Skimmer Used (circle one): Wide Mouth Skimmer Standard Skimmer
9) Kind of Base Used
10) Name & Manufacturer of Liner
**If you do not know the answers to any of the above please see your dealer and they will help you.
ADDITIONAL NOTE:
If you live in an area where you need to close your pool during the winter months, itis
important that you know that your pool's warranty specifically excludesany kind of winter
damage. This includes damage caused by winter covers.
Even though most winter covers include a cable to secure them, we do warn you that this may
not be the best way to attach them to our pools. Cables on winter covers can cause damage to resin
pools, coatings on metal components of pools, pool liners, and resin top covers.
Itis much better for the well being ofyour pool ifthe winter cover isheld in place by hanging
weights or by being staked to the surrounding ground. Whether itbe milk jugs full of water or
something more sophisticated, this islikely to prolong the life of your pool.
It isalso important tomake sure that there is never too much stress on a winter cover. Any
excessive snow or ice build up on a winter cover can also damage an above ground pool. Such
damage is not covered by your pool's warranty soplease be sure to clear away any such
accumulation from your winter cover before this kind of damage occurs.