VINYL WORKS CANADA CS User manual

MODEL CS
MODEL CSMODEL CS
MODEL CS
POOL ENTRY SYSTEM with GATE
POOL ENTRY SYSTEM with GATEPOOL ENTRY SYSTEM with GATE
POOL ENTRY SYSTEM with GATE
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar ith all
: Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar ith all : Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar ith all
: Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar ith all
parts, assembly, safety and proper use of this product. Failure to follo these instructions may
parts, assembly, safety and proper use of this product. Failure to follo these instructions may parts, assembly, safety and proper use of this product. Failure to follo these instructions may
parts, assembly, safety and proper use of this product. Failure to follo these instructions may
result in serious personal injury. SWIM RESPONSIBLY & SAFELY !
result in serious personal injury. SWIM RESPONSIBLY & SAFELY !result in serious personal injury. SWIM RESPONSIBLY & SAFELY !
result in serious personal injury. SWIM RESPONSIBLY & SAFELY !
TOOLS REQUIRED
TOOLS REQUIREDTOOLS REQUIRED
TOOLS REQUIRED: 7/16" socket, nut driver or rench, measuring tape, Phillips (star) scre driver,
: 7/16" socket, nut driver or rench, measuring tape, Phillips (star) scre driver, : 7/16" socket, nut driver or rench, measuring tape, Phillips (star) scre driver,
: 7/16" socket, nut driver or rench, measuring tape, Phillips (star) scre driver,
1/4" & 1/8" drill bits & drill, pencil or marker & level. PAD LOCK REQUIRED.
1/4" & 1/8" drill bits & drill, pencil or marker & level. PAD LOCK REQUIRED.1/4" & 1/8" drill bits & drill, pencil or marker & level. PAD LOCK REQUIRED.
1/4" & 1/8" drill bits & drill, pencil or marker & level. PAD LOCK REQUIRED.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & PROPER USE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & PROPER USE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & PROPER USE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & PROPER USE -
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- ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
• This pool entry system has a 350 lb load capacity (one person) hen properly assembled & installed
This pool entry system has a 350 lb load capacity (one person) hen properly assembled & installedThis pool entry system has a 350 lb load capacity (one person) hen properly assembled & installed
This pool entry system has a 350 lb load capacity (one person) hen properly assembled & installed
• Your above ground pool has shallo ater
Your above ground pool has shallo ater Your above ground pool has shallo ater
Your above ground pool has shallo ater -
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- absolutely NO DIVING or NO JUMPING into the pool
absolutely NO DIVING or NO JUMPING into the pool absolutely NO DIVING or NO JUMPING into the pool
absolutely NO DIVING or NO JUMPING into the pool
• This product conforms to the latest revisions of the ANSI/APSP recommended standards for
This product conforms to the latest revisions of the ANSI/APSP recommended standards forThis product conforms to the latest revisions of the ANSI/APSP recommended standards for
This product conforms to the latest revisions of the ANSI/APSP recommended standards for
above ground / on ground s imming pool ladders / entry systems. DO NOT use for other purposes
above ground / on ground s imming pool ladders / entry systems. DO NOT use for other purposes above ground / on ground s imming pool ladders / entry systems. DO NOT use for other purposes
above ground / on ground s imming pool ladders / entry systems. DO NOT use for other purposes
• This entry is designed for use ith flat bottom pools. Use of a ladder / step pad is recommended
This entry is designed for use ith flat bottom pools. Use of a ladder / step pad is recommendedThis entry is designed for use ith flat bottom pools. Use of a ladder / step pad is recommended
This entry is designed for use ith flat bottom pools. Use of a ladder / step pad is recommended
• For entry & exit of the pool, face steps or ladder at all times. Use handrails to assist climbing
For entry & exit of the pool, face steps or ladder at all times. Use handrails to assist climbingFor entry & exit of the pool, face steps or ladder at all times. Use handrails to assist climbing
For entry & exit of the pool, face steps or ladder at all times. Use handrails to assist climbing
• This system is designed for use by one person only at all times
This system is designed for use by one person only at all timesThis system is designed for use by one person only at all times
This system is designed for use by one person only at all times
• This system is designed ith a protecting gate system
This system is designed ith a protecting gate system This system is designed ith a protecting gate system
This system is designed ith a protecting gate system -
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- NEVER use system ithout gate
NEVER use system ithout gate NEVER use system ithout gate
NEVER use system ithout gate
• When pool is not in use, make certain gate is securely closed, latched & LOCKED to restrict access
When pool is not in use, make certain gate is securely closed, latched & LOCKED to restrict accessWhen pool is not in use, make certain gate is securely closed, latched & LOCKED to restrict access
When pool is not in use, make certain gate is securely closed, latched & LOCKED to restrict access
• Locate entry system on a solid base and free from high traffic areas around the pool
Locate entry system on a solid base and free from high traffic areas around the poolLocate entry system on a solid base and free from high traffic areas around the pool
Locate entry system on a solid base and free from high traffic areas around the pool
• Keep top platform and treads free from obstructions to avoid possible injury. Do not secure any items to the entry system.
Keep top platform and treads free from obstructions to avoid possible injury. Do not secure any items to the entry system. Keep top platform and treads free from obstructions to avoid possible injury. Do not secure any items to the entry system.
Keep top platform and treads free from obstructions to avoid possible injury. Do not secure any items to the entry system.
Such objects (e.g. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapment
Such objects (e.g. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapmentSuch objects (e.g. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapment
Such objects (e.g. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapment
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO SWIM UNATTENDED
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO SWIM UNATTENDED NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO SWIM UNATTENDED
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO SWIM UNATTENDED -
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- Nothing replaces parental supervision
Nothing replaces parental supervision Nothing replaces parental supervision
Nothing replaces parental supervision
• Assemble and install this pool entry system as per the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not deviate from these instructions
Assemble and install this pool entry system as per the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not deviate from these instructions Assemble and install this pool entry system as per the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not deviate from these instructions
Assemble and install this pool entry system as per the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not deviate from these instructions
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PARTS
Top Post
(4 pcs)
Bottom Post
(4 pcs)
Folding Tread-Riser (8 pcs)
Bottom Riser (2 pcs)
Top Platform (1 pc)
Stair Stringers (4 pcs - 2 Left + 2 Right)
U-Shaped Connectors
(2 pcs)
Left Pickets (6 pcs)
Right Pickets (6 pcs)
Barrier (1 pc) Gate (1 pc)
Handrails
Top (short) - (2 pcs)
In-Pool (blank) - (2 pcs)
Exterior ( ith holes) - (2 pcs)
Foot Extension
(4 pc)
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BE CAREFUL USING
TOOLS AROUND WATER
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
STARTING
ASSEMBLY
HARDWARE LIST
24 - # 8 x 3/4 inch scre s
(all for handrails)
44 - # 10 x 1 inch scre s
12 - for left & right pickets
18 - for spring hinges
6 - for gate latch & striker
8 - for barrier
8 - # 14 x 1 inch scre s
(all for foot extensions)
12 - 3/4 inch bolts
(all for u-shaped connector)
4 - 1 inch bolts
(all for bottom post - top hole)
4 - 1-1/2 inch bolts
(all for bottom post - bottom hole)
4 - 2-1/4 inch bolts
(all for top posts)
32 - Washers
24 - for u-shaped connector (both sides)
8 - for top posts (both sides)
24 - Nuts
12 - for u-shaped connector
4 - for top posts
8 - for bottom posts
1 - Gate latch & striker
3 - Spring hinges
(one packed special ith instruction)
1 - Barrier cap (on barrier for shipping)
Hard are Measurement Guide
¾"
""
" 1"
""
"
2-1/4"
""
"
1-1/2"
""
"
Scre s (various sizes)
Bolts (various sizes)
Spring Hinges Gate Striker & Latch
# 1 - POSITION STRINGERS
Set t o stringers (Left & Right) on a
flat surface and butt at tops as
sho n in Figure 1. Stringers are
marked ith a “L” & “R” at the ends
to identify
L R
Figure 1
# 2 - FIT TOP PLATFORM
Fit top platform into the slots at the top of the stringers; aligning tabs / knobs on the
end of the platform (Figure 2.1) ith the holes in the stringers (Figure 2.2). Make
certain the anti-skid surface of the platform is facing up ard. Firmly press / tap
platform so button lock tabs of platform protrude through holes in stringers and lock
in place (Figure 2.3). Try not to damage button lock tabs at other end of top platform
Figure 2.2
Figure 2.3
Figure 2.1
#8 #10 #14

# 3 - FIT TREADS & RISERS
Fit folding tread-risers and bottom risers into stringers. Start by bending a
folding tread-riser do n the center fold line (Figures 3.1). HINT: put tread-
riser in the sun to arm plastic or, if very cold out, arm fold line ith hair
dryer. Do not overheat plastic as it may cause discoloration. When tread-
riser is folded into a “L” shape, position the end of the tread-riser, ith the
locking tabs, into the groves of the stringer (see Figure 3.2 & 3.3). Proper
positioning of the folding tread-riser is outlined by the squares ( [] ) in Figure
3.2. The holes in the stringers, ithin the groves, accept the locking tabs on
the ends of the tread-risers. The letter “T” represents the tread portion and
the letter “R” represents the riser portion of the tread-riser part. The tread
portion has 2 locking tabs and the riser portion 1 locking tab. These fit
appropriately into the holes in the stringer outlined in Figure 3.2 & 3.3.
Firmly press / tap tread-riser so all button lock tabs protrude through holes
in stringer and lock in place (Figure 3.6). Similarly, the next tread-riser fits
directly above the part just inserted. Repeat for all 4 tread-risers on both
sides of step stringers. Fit the single bottom risers into the bottom groove
position of the stringers. Figure 3.2 outlines the single hole in the stringer
“BR” here the locking tab on the ends of the bottom riser fit ( Figures 3.2,
3.4 & 3.5). Press firmly so the button lock tab protrudes through the hole in
the stringer and locks in place (Figure 3.6). Repeat for both bottom risers
Figure 3.1
Figure 3.3
Figure 3.2
R
RR
R
T
TT
T
R
RR
R
T
TT
T
T
TT
T
R
RR
R
BR
BRBR
BR
Figure 3.4
Figure 3.5 Figure 3.6
BR
BRBR
BR
BR
BRBR
BR
# 4 - FIT REMAINING STRINGERS
Figure 4.2
Figure 4.1
Set remaining t o stringers (L & R) on top of
installed tread-risers, top platform and bottom
risers (Figure 4.1). Stringers are in pairs - Left
(L) ith Right (R) and Left ith Right. Align the
button lock tabs ith the holes in the t o
stringers similar to Steps 2 & 3. Firmly press /
tap stringers in place ith body eight or use a
small block of ood and a hammer similar to
Step 2. Make certain all tabs protrude through
the stringers and lock in place (Figure 4.2).
Leave assembled steps laying on their side
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# 5 - FIT TOP POSTS, SHORT HANDRAILS & U-SHAPED CONNECTORS
Figure 5.1
2-1/4
2-1/4
Figure 5.2
Fit a square top handrail (short) in place bet een t o (2) top posts (short)
as sho n in Figure 5.1. Fit the t o top posts and handrail into the top
pockets / indentations of the stringers and press firmly into place.
Position a u-shaped connector overtop and also press firmly into place
(Figure 5.2). Secure u-shaped connector and posts using t o (2) 2-1/4
inch long bolts, ashers on both sides and hex nuts at positions indicated.
Use six (6) 3/4 inch long bolts, ashers on both sides and hex nuts to
complete the fastening of the u-shaped connector. Tighten all hard are.
Secure top handrail in place using four (4) # 8 x 3/4 inch long scre s at
the four pre-drilled locations in the handrail
Turn steps over 180 degrees and lay flat on other face. Repeat Step 5 above for the assembly of the
remaining t o top posts, top handrail and u-shaped connector. Make certain all hard are is tightened
# 6 - FIT BOTTOM POSTS
1-1/2
1
Bottom
Posts
Stand step in upright position. Fit bottom
posts (long) into the pockets /
indentations at the bottom of the
stringers and press into place (Figure 6).
Secure bottom posts using one (1) 1-1/2
inch long bolt, single asher and hex nut
in the bottom hole and one (1) 1 inch long
bolt, single asher and hex nut in the top
hole. These bolts only require one
asher as the hex nuts fit into pre-
molded pockets of the same shape. The
bottom bolt passes from the inside of the
step out ards and the top bolt from the
outside in ards.
Repeat for t o remaining bottom posts
and make certain all hard are is
tightened before proceeding to next step
Figure 6
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# 7 - FIT HANDRAILS
Narrow
End
Wide
End
IN-POOL E TERIOR
Figure 7
Fit the t o (2) square handrails, ith
routed holes for the pickets facing do n-
ard, into the EXTERIOR portion of the
step. The WIDE END (as sho n) fits into the
top post and the NARROW END fits over
the knob on the bottom post (see Figure 7).
Secure each exterior handrail using four
(4) # 8 x 3/4 inch long scre s at both top
and bottom post connection points.
Similarly, fit t o (2) blank handrails
provided for the IN-POOL portion of the
step. Make certain the pre-drilled scre
holes are on the sides of the post
connection points. Secure using four (4) #
8 x 3/4 inch long scre s. Tighten all scre s
to snug
Separate the t elve (12) pickets provided. The pickets are
packaged in bundles of six (6) marked “R” for right and “L”
for left. Right and left for the step is al ays determined as if
you are facing the step about to climb. Fit the left and right
pickets into the routed holes on the underside of the
exterior handrails and into the molded pockets /
indentations on the stringers. IMPORTANT: Make certain
the pre-drilled scre holes in the pickets are on the bottom
and face in to ard the step / stringers (see Figure 8).
Secure the pickets in place using t elve (12) # 10 x 1 inch
long scre s provided. Fasten scre s through the holes in
stringers and into the pre-drilled hole of the pickets. Do not
over-tighten the scre s as the holes may strip causing the
picket to be loose fitting. Repeat for all left and right pickets
# 8 - FIT & SECURE PICKETS
Figure 8
Attach t o (2) spring hinges to the gate using
six (6) # 10 x 1 inch long scre s provided. The
gate has pre-drilled holes at both top & bottom
to accept the scre s (Figure 9.1). Do not over-
tighten scre s as it may cause the holes to
strip. Position the gate in the step opening on
the EXTERIOR portion (Figure 9.2). The upper
hinge should be positioned directly belo the
ridge in the bottom left post (see Detail 9.3).
You should have @ a 1/4 inch gap bet een the
bottom of the gate and the bottom step tread so
the gate ill open ithout hitting the tread.
Like ise, you should balance the gap on the
left & right side of the gate, bet een the bottom
posts so it ill open freely. Mark location of six
(6) remaining hinge scre s on left post. Pre-
drill using a 1/8 inch bit and secure gate in
place using the # 10 x 1 inch long scre s. Do
not over-tighten the scre s as holes may strip Figure 9.1
# 9 - ATTACH GATE
Exterior
Bottom
Left Post
Figure 9.2
Detail 9.3
Ridge
#10

# 10 - ATTACH LATCH & STRIKER
Attach striker to gate using t o (2) # 10 x 1 inch long scre s provided. The gate has pre-drilled holes to
accept the scre s (Figure 10.1 & 10.2). Position the gate latch, ith the striker in the catch (closed position),
against the bottom right post and mark the four (4) scre locations (Figure 10.3). Pre-drill 1/8 inch holes and
attach latch using four (4) # 10 x 1 inch long scre s provided. Do not over-tighten scre s as the holes may
strip. Make certain gate functions properly. It should open ith tension, self-close and self-latch. If the gate
does not function properly see the CORRECTIVE
CORRECTIVECORRECTIVE
CORRECTIVE measure / 3rd hinge instruction packaged ithin the
hard are pack. It ill outline an additional procedure to correct / improve the function of the gate
Figure 10.2
Figure 10.1
Figure 10.3
# 11 - DETERMINE POOL DEPTH
Figure 11.2
Figure 11.1
Measure the depth of the pool to
determine if the FOOT EXTENSIONS are
required to be attached to your pool
step entry system. Measure the inside
depth of the pool, from the pool floor to
the top of the top rail (Figure 11.1). The
CS step system has clearance of 52.5
inches ithout the foot extensions
(Figure 11.2). If your pool measures
equal to or less than the 52 inches the
foot extensions are not required
# 12 - ATTACH FOOT EXTENSIONS * (IF REQUIRED) *
52"
If your pool depth, from pool
floor to top of top rail, measures
greater than 52 inches in
height, you ill need to attach
the foot extensions provided.
The foot extensions are used as
shoes for the bottom of the
stringers to raise the height
clearance of the CS step system
over your pool all. Fit the foot
extensions onto the bottom of
the stringers (Figure 12.1).
Make certain to fit properly -
front & back as indicated (front
is the nose of the stringer).
Once in place, pre-drill a 3/16
inch pilot hole in the stringer
and secure using a # 14 x 1 inch
scre both front & back. Make
certain not to over-tighten
scre s. Repeat for all four
#14
Figure 12.1
Front Back
Measure
Inside Pool
Front Back

Included ith the CS step system is a
barrier (Figure 13.1) designed to prevent
s imming behind the unit - it is very
important that it is installed.
The barrier is hollo and can be filled
ith coarse sand or gravel for ballast if
desired. The additional eight ill assist
the step to sit securely on the pool floor.
A closure cap for the barrier (Figure
13.2) is included. Simply remove the cap,
fill barrier and replace cap. DO NOT USE
fine sand if filling the barrier as it may
escape small air holes in the barrier.
# 13 - ATTACH BARRIER
Figure 13.1
Figure 13.2
Figure 13.3
Figure 13.5
Position the barrier in the center of the
underside of the in-pool portion of the
steps (Figure 13.3). The four knobs on the
barrier fit into indentations on the under-
side of the treads (Figure 13.4). Press
barrier and knobs into treads and secure
using eight (8) # 10 x 1 inch long scre s
provided. Make certain not to over-tighten
the scre s as they may strip.
Figure 13.4
Make certain the barrier is securely
fastened in place before positioning step
ithin pool. REMEMBER, nothing replaces
parental supervision - NEVER leave
children unattended in the s imming pool

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Figure 14
Figure 15.3
Figure 15.2
# 14 - CHECK STRINGERS
Before positioning step system in
the pool check the bottom of the
stringers of the in-pool portion to
make certain there are no sharp
edges or debris attached. It is
VERY IMPORTANT that the bottoms
of the stringers be smooth as not to
damage the pool liner. It is HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED to use a step /
ladder pad beneath the stringers
inside the pool (sold separately)
Check bottom of stringers
# 15 - POSITION IN POOL
Determine the desired location of the step system in the pool. It is
recommended to be easily accessible but not in a high traffic location.
The step system must be placed bet een t o of the pool upright support
posts (Figure 15.1 & 15.2). Lo er the step into the pool making certain the
in-pool portion fills ith ater and sits level and stable on the pool floor.
The exterior portion should be leveled ith the in-pool portion. Make
certain the step system sits on a solid, level base before using. Revie all
safety instructions and proper use before using entry system. Keep step
system free of any obstructions - NEVER attach items to the top platorm,
treads or support posts as they may cause entrapment. Test gate for
proper operation. Make certain it opens under tension, self-closes and
securely latches. When pool is not in use make certain the gate is locked
at all times (Figure 15.3 - LOCK NOT INCLUDED). REMEMBER -
ABSOLUTELY NO DIVING OR JUMPING FROM STEP ENTRY SYSTEM -
THE POOL HAS SHALLOW WATER AND SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
CAN OCCUR. NEVER SWIM ALONE - SWIM SAFELY AT ALL TIMES