
MODEL 2008AF
MODEL 2008AFMODEL 2008AF
MODEL 2008AF
STEP
STEPSTEP
STEP
ENTRY SYSTEM c/w GATE
ENTRY SYSTEM c/w GATEENTRY SYSTEM c/w GATE
ENTRY SYSTEM c/w GATE
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar ith
: Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar ith : Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar ith
: Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar ith
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
: 7/16" socket : 7/16" socket
: 7/16" socket -
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- nut driver or rench, measuring tape, Phillips (star) scre driver,
nut driver or rench, measuring tape, Phillips (star) scre driver, nut driver or rench, measuring tape, Phillips (star) scre driver,
nut driver or rench, measuring tape, Phillips (star) scre driver,
utility knife (trimming knife), 1/4" drill bit, drill & pad lock
utility knife (trimming knife), 1/4" drill bit, drill & pad lockutility knife (trimming knife), 1/4" drill bit, drill & pad lock
utility knife (trimming knife), 1/4" drill bit, drill & pad lock
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
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This pool step entry system has a 300 lb load capacity
This pool step entry system has a 300 lb load capacity This pool step entry system has a 300 lb load capacity
This pool step entry system has a 300 lb load capacity -
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- one person
one person one person
one person -
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- hen properly installed
hen properly installed hen properly installed
hen properly installed
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This entry system is designed & intended for use ith an above ground pool only
This entry system is designed & intended for use ith an above ground pool only This entry system is designed & intended for use ith an above ground pool only
This entry system is designed & intended for use ith an above ground pool only -
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- flat bottom pool
flat bottom pool flat bottom pool
flat bottom pool
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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
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This product conform to the latest revisions of the APSP recommended standards for
This product conform to the latest revisions of the APSP recommended standards forThis product conform to the latest revisions of the APSP recommended standards for
This product conform to the latest revisions of the APSP recommended standards for
above ground/on ground s imming pool ladders
above ground/on ground s imming pool ladders above ground/on ground s imming pool ladders
above ground/on ground s imming pool ladders
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For entry & exit of the pool, face steps at all times
For entry & exit of the pool, face steps at all timesFor entry & exit of the pool, face steps at all times
For entry & exit of the pool, face steps at all times
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This system is designed for use by one person at all times
This system is designed for use by one person at all timesThis system is designed for use by one person at all times
This system is designed for use by one person at all times
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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 attached & fully functional.
NEVER use system ithout gate attached & fully functional. NEVER use system ithout gate attached & fully functional.
NEVER use system ithout gate attached & fully functional.
When pool is not in use, make certain gate is securely closed, latched & locked (lock not included)
When pool is not in use, make certain gate is securely closed, latched & locked (lock not included)When pool is not in use, make certain gate is securely closed, latched & locked (lock not included)
When pool is not in use, make certain gate is securely closed, latched & locked (lock not included)
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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
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Entry system
Entry system Entry system
Entry system MUST
MUSTMUST
MUST be secured (bolted) to top rail of pool for greater stability and safety
be secured (bolted) to top rail of pool for greater stability and safety be secured (bolted) to top rail of pool for greater stability and safety
be secured (bolted) to top rail of pool for greater stability and safety
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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 (eg. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapment
Such objects (eg. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapmentSuch objects (eg. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapment
Such objects (eg. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapment
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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
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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
Stringers - 2 Left & 2 Right
Tread-Riser - 6 pcs
( * 2 SPECIAL * )
Top Tread - 2 pcs
Bottom Riser - 2 pcs Lo er Handrails
2-Right & 2-Left
Upper Handrails
2-Right & 2-Left
Step 1
Step 1 Step 1
Step 1 -
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- Identify Parts
Identify Parts Identify Parts
Identify Parts
Gate - 1 pc
Top Platform - 1 pc
Gate Stop - 1 pc
Gate Hinges - 2 sets
(outer - larger)(inner - smaller)
Familiarize yourself ith all parts before starting
assembly of the entry system. If you notice any parts
damaged or missing, contact our customer service for
help (877-VINYL WK)
Hard are
Hard areHard are
Hard are
Measurement Guide
Measurement Guide Measurement Guide
Measurement Guide
¾"
""
"
1"
""
"
3¼"
""
"
Step 3
Step 3Step 3
Step 3
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- Add Weight to Stringers
Add Weight to Stringers Add Weight to Stringers
Add Weight to Stringers
3.1
3.2
This entry requires additional eight for ballast & to prevent the unit from
floating. The top portion of the stringers are open, exposing the inside
cavity (3.1 & 3.2). This cavity is sealed and is designed to hold material for
eight. Put approximately ten pounds (10 lbs) of coarse
coarsecoarse
coarse sand or gravel
into both the left & right stringer of ONE SIDE
ONE SIDE ONE SIDE
ONE SIDE / half of the entry. This ill
give the fully assembled system the required stability ithin the pool
ater. Additional eight can be added if desired or if you find the system
requires greater stability. IMPORTANT - Remember hich half has the
eight as you ill require for Step 5 to follo
Identify the tread-riser (2 pc) ith round pinch-off for in-pool light (2.1 - light is
optional). If using the OPT12V optional light ith this step note proper position-
ing / location of this special tread-riser (2.2). The light should be placed in the
second riser do n from the top of the step, belo
belobelo
belo the surface of the ater. Lay
stringer on flat surface ith indentations to accept treads/risers facing up (as
sho n above in “Parts”). Fit single bottom riser, ith arning signs facing
for ard, into bottom indentation (2.3) & snap into place making certain the button
lock tab of the riser passes through hole in stringer. Fit top tread, ith anti-skid
surface facing up ards, into top indentation (2.4) & snap into place. Fold tread-
riser & fit into indentations above single riser (2.5). Make certain hen folding
that the anti-skid surface is facing up ards (2.8). Repeat for remaining t o tread-
risers - remember position of special tread (2.6 & 2.2) making certain all button
lock tabs protrude & lock in place (2.9). Place opposite stringer on top of treads-
risers (2.7) aligning indentations in stringer & button lock tabs ith holes in
stringer. Snap stringer in place locking all tabs. Repeat for both sides of entry
Repeat for both sides of entryRepeat for both sides of entry
Repeat for both sides of entry
Fit Treads
Fit TreadsFit Treads
Fit Treads
& Risers
& Risers& Risers
& Risers
2.5 2.6 2.7 2.4
2.3
2.8
2.9
1
3
4
2
2.2
2.1