Wilbar Optimum Pool 95-0771 Instruction manual

Optimum Pool
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Section 1 Section 2
POOL SAFETY
PLEASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
WARNING!
Failure to observe these warnings may result in permanent injury, paralysis from a broken neck, and death due to electrocution
or drowning. This pool is NOT designed for diving or jumping. Serious injuries can result from jumping or diving into shallow
water! Carefully read, understand and follow all information in this user manual before installing and enjoying your swimming
pool. These warnings, instructions and safety guidelines address common risks of water recreation, but they cannot cover all
possible risks and dangers in all cases. Always use caution and employ common sense and good judgment when enjoying any
water activity.
Your pool contains a large quantity of water, and any amount of water, even shallow water, can present serious dangers to life and health unless these safety rules are strictly
observed. First-time users run the highest risk of injury. Ensure all bathers understand these safety rules, and encourage all bathers, especially children, to learn how to swim.
Learn basic life support (CPR) and refresh this knowledge regularly. Instruct all bathers, including children, what to do in case of emergency. Keep a working phone and a list of
emergency phone numbers near the pool. This can save a life. To ensure your pool is used safely, you MUST observe and enforce 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 jumpingor diving. Do not permit jumping
or divinginto the pool from a pool deck, the top rail of the pool, or from any structureoutsidethe pool.
Diving or jumpinginto the pool can result in serious injury.
2. NEVER USE THE POOL ALONE
Never permitthe pool to be used unless it is attended by at least one person other than the bather.
Someoneshould alwaysbe availableto lend assistancein an emergency.Designate a competent adultto
supervise the pool when in use. Vigilantsupervisionof weak swimmersand non-swimmersby a competent
adult is required at all times. Childrenunder five are at the highest risk of drowning.
3. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED
Never leave a child alone and unsupervisedin 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 playingor roughhousingin and aroundyour pool. Surfaces can become slipperyand
hazardouswhen wet.
5. LIGHT THE POOL AT NIGHT
If the pool is used after dusk, adequate lightingmust be provided. Illuminationin the pool area must be
sufficientto allow swimmersto clearly judge pool depth and all features in and aroundthe pool. For lighting
recommendations, consultyour 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 access the pool.
Ladders must be removedwhenever the pool is unattended. A fence with a lockablegate aroundthe pool
or yard is strongly recommendedand may be required by lawin someareas. Secure doors and windows,
where applicable, to prevent unauthorized access to the swimmingpool. Remove all toys from the
swimmingpool andsurroundingarea when not in use to avoid attractingchildrento the pool. Barriers, pool
covers, pool alarmsor similarsafety devices are helpful aids, but they are not substitutesfor continuous
adult supervision.
7. NO ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
Never drink alcoholicbeverages or use any intoxicantswhich could hinder your judgmentand reflexes in an
emergency.
8. KEEP YOUR POOL CLEAN AND SANITARY
Your filter system will remove suspended particlesfrom the water and the surface skimmerwill remove
insects, leaves and other debris from the water surface. Use the correct pool chemicalsas directedto
destroy harmfulbacteria and prevent formationof algae. Remember,unsanitary water is a serious health
hazard.
8. KEEP OFF THE TOP LEDGES
Do not walk or stand on the top ledges. They can become slipperyand resultin serious injury.
9. POOL COVER SAFETY
The pool cover (sold separately) must have a tamper-proof lockingretainer cable that positions the
cover around the pool wall and keeps it securely in place. Never allowanyone, especially small children
on the cover. Asphyxiationor drowningcould result. Be sure to remove pool cover completelyfrom the
water surface before entering the pool. When purchasing any pool cover, please consult a pool
professional.
11. ELECTRICAL HAZARD
Never touch or attemptto service electricalequipment,includingthe filter, when your body and/or the
groundis wet. Electrocutionor permanentinjurydue to high voltage(120V AC) could result. The pool
should be bonded in accordancewith Section 680-26 of the National ElectricalCode. For further
assistance contact your dealer or a local licensed electrician. Do not use pool during electrical or rain
storms.
12. SAFETY ROPE AND POLE
Keep asafety rope measuring at least 50 feet long (15.24 meters) by ¼” thick( .635cm) securely
attached to aflotation buoy with an outside diameter of 15” (38.1cm) in aprominent, easily accessible
area by your pool. Keep a pole not less that 16 feet (4,88m)long with a blunt or hook end availableat
poolsidein case of emergencies. Weakswimmersand non-swimmersshould wear personalprotection
equipmentwhen using the pool.
13. POOL CHEMICALS
Store pool chemicalsout of the reach of children. Do not place chlorine, chlorinetablets or sticks
directly intoskimmer,or winterizeyour pool with liquidchlorine. Damageto the skimmer,pool linerand
filter will result. Failure to observe this instructionwill void all component warranties. Always follow
chemical manufacturer’s instructions when storing, handling and dispensing pool chemicals.
14. CHECK FOR DAMAGE
Periodically inspect your pool and laddercomponents for damageand wear. Be sure all screws are in
place and tightened according to manufacturer’s instructions. Replace all damaged or worn
components and tighten all screws before you use the pool, deck or ladders.At first sign of rust,
remove and touch up immediately.
15. POOL PARTS
Never modify the pool, its components or its accessories, remove hardware, or drill holes in the pool,
deck or ladder components unless instructedto do so by the manufacturer.Your pool wall is madeof
thin, but strong metal, so please use work gloves to protect your hands duringinstallation.Always
utilizeoriginal manufacturedparts for replacement.Failureto do so may void your warranty.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE BEFORE INSTALLATION
The safety stickers must be installed as per the following
instructions. Failure to properly install warning labels will void
warranty. Failureto mount these safety labels may subject you to
substantialliability in case of injury. These warnings are not to be
removed under any circumstances. If they become discoloredor
fall off, please request replacements from the manufacturer,
which will be provided free of charge.
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INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS on becoming the owner of a new above
ground swimming pool! This is the instruction packet for installation
of your pool. The following are some helpful hints to keep in mind
before installing.
Read through the entire instruction booklet prior to
installationso that you can familiarize yourself with
everything involved with installingyour swimming pool before
you begin.
DO NOT ATTEMPT INSTALLATION IN WINDY OR GUSTY
WEATHER. This will make installationmore difficultand
could damage your pool before it’s even completely installed.
You will find that steps 1, 2 and 3 will be the most labor
intensiveand time-consuming steps, although the installation
is broken down into many simple steps. Once you have
completed the first three steps, you should find that the rest
of the installationprocess moves along much more quickly.
Please review all safety material and local code guidelines
before beginning your installation.There is a yellow safety
envelope packed with your pool. This envelope contains
safety material and warning stickers to be placed on your
pool. If any of these items are missing, please contact your
dealer or the factory to obtainthem. The warranty is void if all
safety precautions are not followed.
In the event that you need to make a warranty claim, it is
important to know the size and model of your swimming pool in
order to expedite the handling of your claim. Please fill in the
information below and keep for your records. All of this
information can be found on the labels attached to the cartons in
which your pool is packed.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS –Pool Construction
Section 1
OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE / IN-GROUND
Section 2
IN-GROUND POLYMER STEP INSTRUCTIONS
Pool Component Checklist…………………………….....5
Parts per Pool Size & Type .........................................9
Tools You Will Need ....................................................13
Select Pool Location ..................................................14
Create Foundation ......................................................15
Create Trench & Patio Blocks Installation ...................16
Bottom Channel Installation ........................................23
Pool Panel Installation…….……………………………..24
Concrete Footer/Foundation…………………….......….41
Create Pool Cove .......................................................42
Skimmer Installation. ...................................................43
Return Fitting Installation ...........................................44
Install Top Coping ......................................................45
Install Concrete Collar .................................................49
Install Liner ………………………...….…….......……….51
Install Top Coping Clips …………………………..…….51
Fill with Water …………………………..……..…..……. 51
Install Face Plates ......................................................52
Backfill..........................................................................53
Step Placement Options…...............................................27
Step Component Checklist..............................................28
Filler Panel Assembly......................................................29
Step Part Assembly…......................................................31
OVAL POOL FOOTPRINTS
ARE LOCATED AT THE END
OF THE INSTRUCTIONS.
(PAGES 54-59)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS –Pool Construction
Section 1
Section 2
Pool Components Check List
Pool
1 Panel See Pages 9-12
2 Bottom Plates #77004
3 PVC Coping 2“ Clay See Pages 9-12
4 Cap Screws - #8 x½” #99-0138
5 Coping Clip Standard Clay #77310
6 Splines - 52" #77002
7 Bolt, Hex Head Alum. - 2 ½” #99-0137
8 Nut, Alum. -3/8" #99-0134
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TABLE OF CONTENTS –Pool Construction
Section 1
Section 2
Pool Components Check List
1 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8” -16 x 1”
2 Washer, 7/8” Alum.
3 Nut, Hex 3/8”-16 Alum.
4 Straps, 16ft Oval
5 Coping Clip Standard Clay
6 Coping
7 Panel, Straight
8 Straight Side Brace 45-7/16”
Side Brace Mounting Bracket - Right #77155
#99-0136
#99-0133
#99-0134
#77023
#77310
See Pages 9-12
#77059
#77156
1
2
3
4
24
21
22
23
12
10
16
2
11
9
3
7
#77021
#99-0135
#77069
#99-0141
#99-0130
#77036
#99-0132
#77033
#99-0142
#77016
#77026
#77013
#77014
#77002
13
14
15
20 17
5 6 8
10 Straight Bottom Channel 66” W/B
11 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8”-16 x 3/4”
12 Foam Insert, A-frame Cover
13 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8”-16 x 8” SS
14 Bolt, Socket Flat Head 3/8”-16 x2”
15 Cover, A-frame
16 Nut, Flat Head Rivet 3/8”-16
17 A-frame Upright
18 Nut, Hex 3/8”-16 SS
19 Straight Bottom Channel 36”
20 Straight Panel Connector
21 Extended Spline 40-1/2”
22 Spline, Short 5-3/4”
23 Spline, Standard 52”
24 Curved Panel See Pages 9-12 19 2
18
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TABLE OF CONTENTS –Pool Construction
Section 1
Pool Components Check List: Above Ground Skimmer Panel
Pool
1. Skimmer Plate SP1091, White #77516
2. Skimmer Plate SP1091, Gray #77517
3. White Return Plate #77064
4. Bolt, Countersunk SS- 2 ¼” #99-0131
5. Nut, Flat Head Rivet SS #99-0132
6. Extended Return Fitting Set #77092
Skimmer Kit –(NOT INCLUDED)
- For Illustration Purposes Only -
A. Skimmer
B. Double Layer Gasket
C. Skimmer Face Plate
D. Screw, Flat Head
1
2
3
4
5
6
A
B
C
D
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TABLE OF CONTENTS –Pool Construction
Section 1
Pool Components Check List: In-Ground Skimmer Panel
Pool
1. Skimmer Plate SP1084, White #77518
2. Skimmer Plate SP1084, Gray #77519
3. White Return Plate #77064
4. Bolt, Countersunk SS- 2 ¼” #99-0131
5. Nut, Flat Head Rivet SS #99-0132
6. Extended Return Fitting Set #77092
Skimmer Kit –(NOT INCLUDED) –
- For Illustration Purposes Only -
A. Skimmer
B. Synthetic Gasket
C. Skimmer Face Plate
D. Screw, Flat Head
D
C
B
A
6
5
4
3
2
1
B
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OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE GROUND
Section 1
PARTS PERPOOL(ABOVE GROUND 2” COPING)
1. PANELS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, STANDARD 73-7/16" 77319 7 7 7
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, ABOVEGROUND SKIMMER 73-
7/16”
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, IN-GROUND SKIMMER 73-7/16"
77459
77502
1 1 1
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, STEP FILLER 26-1/4" 77323
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, STANDARD 82-3/4" 77334 7 7 7
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, ABOVE GROUND SKIMMER 82-
3/4"
77459 1 1 1
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, IN-GROUND SKIMMER 82-3/4"
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, STEP FILLER 36"
OPTIMUM
STRAIGHT PANEL 46”
TOTAL PANEL COUNT
77502
77134
8
16
77059
-
4
12
6
14
8
16
4
12
6
14
2.
TOP RAIL COPING / PARTS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
16FT 77-1/8“ 77006 8 8 8
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
18FT 86-5/8” 77007 8 8 8
COPING CLIP STANDARD
CLAY 77310 10 12 14 10 12 14
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
STRAIGHT 96“ 77010 2 2 4 2 2 4
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
STRAIGHT 48” 77128 2 2
3. COMPONENTS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
BOLT, COUNTERSUNK SS
-2"
99
-
0130
10 12 14 10 12 14
BOLT, COUNTERSUNK SS
- 2-¼"
99
-
0131
7 9 11 7 9 11
NUT, FLAT HEAD RIVET SS
- 3/8"
99
-
0132
17 21 25 17 21 25
WASHER
- 7/8" ALUMINUM
99
-
0133
68 96 116 68 96 116
NUT, ALUM.
- 3/8"
BOLT,
HEX HEAD 3/8”-16 X 3/4”
99
-
0134
99
-
0135
28
4
36
8
40
8
28
4
36
8
40
8
WASHER
- 7/8" ALUMINUM
99
-
0133
68 96 116 68 96 116
3. COMPONENTS (CONTINUED)
Part No 1624 1628 1632 1826 1830 1834
BOLT,
HEX HEAD 3/8”-16 X 1” 99-0136 12 16 20 12 16 20
BOLT, HEX HEAD ALUM.
- 2-½" 99-0137 12 12 12 12 12 12
CAP SCREWS
- #8 X ½“ –CLAY HEAD 99-0138 60 75 75 60 75 75
HEX
KEY –7/32” SHORT ARM 99-0140 1 1 1 1 1 1
BOLT, HEX HEAD 8" LONG
99-0141 18 24 30 18 24 30
NUT, 3/8" SS
99-0142 18 24 30 18 24 30
REBAR
- 3/8 X 15" 77001 12 14 16 12 14 16
SPLINE
-52" 77002 24 28 32 24 28 32
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 66”
–W/ BRACKET 77021 2 4 4 2 4 4
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 36”
77016 2 2
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 18”
77281 2 2
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 66”
77018 2 2
SLIMMER PLATE SP 1091 WHITE
(OUTSIDE POOL) 77516 1 1 1 1 1 1
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1084 WHITE
(OUTSIDE POOL) 77518
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1091 GRAY (INSIDE POOL)
77517 1 1 1 1 1 1
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1084 GRAY (INSIDE POOL)
77519
RETURN PLATE WHITE (INSIDE/OUTSIDE)
77064 2 2 2 2 2 2
BOTTOM PLATE
77004 6 6 6 6 6 6
EXTENDED RETURN FITTING
77092 1 1 1 1 1 1
STRAIGHT PANEL CONNECTOR
77026 6 8 10 6 8 10
SPLINE, SHORT 5
-¾" 77014 24 32 40 24 32 40
SPINE, EXTENDED 52"
77013 12 16 20 12 16 20
A
-FRAME UPRIGHT 77033 6 8 10 6 8 10
COVER, A
-FRAME 77036 6 8 10 6 8 10
FOAM INSERT, A
-FRAME COVER 77069 6 8 10 6 8 10
STRAPS,
16FT OVAL 64-3/16” 77023 9 12 15
STRAPS,
18FT OVAL 72-3/16” 77025 9 12 15
SIDE BRACE MOUNTING BRACKET
- LEFT 77153 4 6 8 4 6 8
SIDE BRACE MOUNTING BRACKET
- RIGHT 77155 4 6 8 4 6 8
STRAIGHT
SIDE BRACE –45-7/16” 77156 4 6 8 4 6 8
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OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE GROUND
Section 1
PARTS PERPOOL(ABOVE GROUND 4”COPING)
1. PANELS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
3. COMPONENTS (CONTINUED)
Part No 1624 1628 1632 1826 1830 1834
BOLT,
HEX HEAD 3/8”-16 X 1” 99-0136 12 16 20 12 16 20
BOLT, HEX HEAD ALUM.
- 2-½" 99-0137 12 12 12 12 12 12
CAP SCREWS
- #8 X ½“ –CLAY HEAD 99-0138 60 75 75 60 75 75
HEX
KEY –7/32” SHORT ARM 99-0140 1 1 1 1 1 1
BOLT, HEX HEAD 8" LONG
99-0141 18 24 30 18 24 30
NUT, 3/8" SS
99-0142 18 24 30 18 24 30
REBAR
- 3/8 X 15" 77001 12 14 16 12 14 16
SPLINE
-52" 77002 24 28 32 24 28 32
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 66”
–W/ BRACKET 77021 2 4 4 2 4 4
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 36”
77016 2 2
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 18”
77281 2 2
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 66”
77018 2 2
SLIMMER PLATE SP 1091 WHITE
(OUTSIDE POOL) 77516 1 1 1 1 1 1
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1084 WHITE
(OUTSIDE POOL) 77518
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1091 GRAY (INSIDE POOL)
77517 1 1 1 1 1 1
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1084 GRAY (INSIDE POOL)
77519
RETURN PLATE WHITE (INSIDE/OUTSIDE)
77064 2 2 2 2 2 2
BOTTOM PLATE
77004 6 6 6 6 6 6
EXTENDED RETURN FITTING
77092 1 1 1 1 1 1
STRAIGHT PANEL CONNECTOR
77026 6 8 10 6 8 10
SPLINE, SHORT 5
-¾" 77014 24 32 40 24 32 40
SPINE, EXTENDED 52"
77013 12 16 20 12 16 20
A
-FRAME UPRIGHT 77033 6 8 10 6 8 10
COVER, A
-FRAME 77036 6 8 10 6 8 10
FOAM INSERT, A
-FRAME COVER 77069 6 8 10 6 8 10
STRAPS,
16FT OVAL 64-3/16” 77023 9 12 15
STRAPS,
18FT OVAL 72-3/16” 77025 9 12 15
SIDE BRACE MOUNTING BRACKET
- LEFT 77153 4 6 8 4 6 8
SIDE BRACE MOUNTING BRACKET
- RIGHT 77155 4 6 8 4 6 8
STRAIGHT
SIDE BRACE –45-7/16” 77156 4 6 8 4 6 8
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, STANDARD 73-7/16"
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, ABOVEGROUND SKIMMER 73-
7/16”
77459 1 1 1
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, IN-GROUND SKIMMER 73-7/16" 77502
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, STEP FILLER 26-1/4" 77323
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, STANDARD 82-3/4" 77334 7 7 7
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, ABOVE GROUND SKIMMER 82-
3/4"
77459 1 1 1
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, IN-GROUND SKIMMER 82-3/4" 77502
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, STEP FILLER 36" 77134
OPTIMUM
STRAIGHT PANEL 46”
TOTAL PANEL COUNT
77319
77059
-
7
4
12
7
6
14
7
8 4 6 8
16 12 14 16
2.
TOP RAIL COPING / PARTS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
PVC
COPING 4” PREMIUM CLAY 16FT 77-1/8“
PVC COPING
4” PREMIUM CLAY 18FT 86-5/8”
COPING CLIP
4” PREMIUM CLAY
PVC
COPING 4” PREMIUM CLAY STRAIGHT 96”
PVC COPING
4” PREMIUM CLAY STRAIGHT 48”
77254
77255
77253
77261
77260
8
10
2
8
12
2
2
8
14
4
8
10
2
8
12
2
2
8
14
4
PVC
SCREW COVER 4”PREMIUM CLAY 16FT 77-1/8“ 77254 8 8 8
PVC
SCREW COVER 4”PREMIUM CLAY 18FT 86-5/8” 77255 8 8 8
PVC
SCREW COVER 4” PREMIUM CLAY STRAIGHT 96” 77261 2 2 4 2 2 4
PVC
SCREW COVER 4”PREMIUM CLAY STRAIGHT 48” 77261 2 2
3. COMPONENTS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
BOLT, COUNTERSUNK SS
-2"
99
-
0130
10 12 14 10 12 14
BOLT, COUNTERSUNK SS
- 2-¼"
99
-
0131
7 9 11 7 9 11
NUT, FLAT HEAD RIVET SS
- 3/8"
99
-
0132
17 21 25 17 21 25
WASHER
- 7/8" ALUMINUM
99
-
0133
68 96 116 68 96 116
NUT, ALUM.
- 3/8"
99
-
0134
28 36 40 28 36 40
BOLT,
HEX HEAD 3/8”-16 X 3/4”
99
-
0135
4 8 8 4 8 8
WASHER
- 7/8" ALUMINUM
99
-
0133
68 96 116 68 96 116
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OPTIMUM OVAL IN-GROUND
Section 1
PARTSPERPOOL(IN-GROUND–IGCOPING)
3. COMPONENTS (CONTINUED)
Part No 1624 1628 1632 1826 1830 1834
BOLT,
HEX HEAD 3/8”-16 X 1” 99-0136 12 16 20 12 16 20
BOLT, HEX HEAD ALUM.
- 2-½" 99-0137 12 12 12 12 12 12
CAP SCREWS
- #8 X ½“ –CLAY HEAD 99-0138
HEX
KEY –7/32” SHORT ARM 99-0140 1 1 1 1 1 1
BOLT, HEX HEAD 8" LONG
99-0141 18 24 30 18 24 30
NUT, 3/8" SS
99-0142 18 24 30 18 24 30
REBAR
- 3/8 X 15" 77001 12 14 16 12 14 16
SPLINE
-52" 77002 24 28 32 24 28 32
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 66”
–W/ BRACKET 77021 2 4 4 2 4 4
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 36”
77016 2 2
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 18”
77281 2 2
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 66”
77018 2 2
SLIMMER PLATE SP 1091 WHITE
(OUTSIDE POOL) 77516
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1084 WHITE
(OUTSIDE POOL) 77518 1 1 1 1 1 1
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1091 GRAY (INSIDE POOL)
77517
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1084 GRAY (INSIDE POOL)
77519 1 1 1 1 1 1
RETURN PLATE WHITE (INSIDE/OUTSIDE)
77064 2 2 2 2 2 2
BOTTOM PLATE
77004 6 6 6 6 6 6
EXTENDED RETURN FITTING
77092 1 1 1 1 1 1
STRAIGHT PANEL CONNECTOR
77026 6 8 10 6 8 10
SPLINE, SHORT 5
-¾" 77014 24 32 40 24 32 40
SPINE, EXTENDED 52"
77013 12 16 20 12 16 20
A
-FRAME UPRIGHT 77033 6 8 10 6 8 10
COVER, A
-FRAME 77036 6 8 10 6 8 10
FOAM INSERT, A
-FRAME COVER 77069 6 8 10 6 8 10
STRAPS,
16FT OVAL 64-3/16” 77023 9 12 15
STRAPS,
18FT OVAL 72-3/16” 77025 9 12 15
SIDE BRACE MOUNTING BRACKET
- LEFT 77153 4 6 8 4 6 8
SIDE BRACE MOUNTING BRACKET
- RIGHT 77155 4 6 8 4 6 8
STRAIGHT
SIDE BRACE –45-7/16” 77156 4 6 8 4 6 8
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, STANDARD 73-7/16"
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, ABOVEGROUND SKIMMER 73-
7/16”
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, IN-GROUND SKIMMER 73-7/16"
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, STEP FILLER 26-1/4"
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, STANDARD 82-3/4" 77334 7 7 7
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, ABOVE GROUND SKIMMER 82-
3/4"
77459
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, IN-GROUND SKIMMER 82-3/4" 77502 1 1 1
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, STEP FILLER 36" 77134
OPTIMUM
STRAIGHT PANEL 46”
TOTAL PANEL COUNT
3. COMPONENTS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
1. PANELS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
7 7 7
1 1 1
4 6 8 4 6 8
12 14 16 12 14 16
2.
TOP RAIL COPING / PARTS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
9
5
5
12
9
21
96
36
8
96
7
4
4
10
7
17
68
28
4
68
9
5
5
14
11
25
116
40
8
116
7
4
4
10
7
17
68
28
4
68
9
5
5
12
9
21
96
36
8
96
10
6
6
14
11
25
116
40
8
116
77319
77459
77502
77323
77059
-
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
16FT 77-1/8“
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
18FT 86-5/8”
COPING CLIP STANDARD
CLAY
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
STRAIGHT 96“
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
STRAIGHT 48”
PVC
COPING 4” PREMIUM CLAY 16FT 77-1/8“
PVC COPING
4” PREMIUM CLAY 18FT 86-5/8”
COPING CLIP
4” PREMIUM CLAY
PVC
COPING 4” PREMIUM CLAY STRAIGHT 96”
PVC COPING
4” PREMIUM CLAY STRAIGHT 48”
IN
-GROUND COPING FOAM STRIP - 10’
SCREW
- #10 X 3/4” TEK SS (34PK)
IN
-GROUND COPING ADAPTOR CLIP (17PK)
BOLT, COUNTERSUNK SS
-2"
BOLT, COUNTERSUNK SS
- 2-¼"
NUT, FLAT HEAD RIVET SS
- 3/8"
WASHER
- 7/8" ALUMINUM
NUT, ALUM.
- 3/8"
BOLT,
HEX HEAD 3/8”-16 X 3/4”
WASHER
- 7/8" ALUMINUM
77006
77007
77310
77010
77128
77254
77255
77253
77261
77260
77177
22
-
10142
77149
99
-
0130
99
-
0131
99
-
0132
99
-
0133
99
-
0134
99
-
0135
99
-
0133
11

OPTIMUM OVAL IN-GROUND W/ STEP
Section 1
PARTSPERPOOL(IN-GROUNDW/STEP–IGCOPING)
1. PANELS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, STANDARD 73-7/16" 77319 5 5 5
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, ABOVEGROUND SKIMMER 73-
7/16”
77459
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, IN-GROUND SKIMMER 73-7/16" 77502 1 1 1
OPTIMUM
16FT PANEL, STEP FILLER 26-1/4" 77323 2 2 2 2 2 2
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, STANDARD 82-3/4" 77334 5 5 5
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, ABOVE GROUND SKIMMER 82-
3/4"
77459
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, IN-GROUND SKIMMER 82-3/4" 77502 1 1 1
OPTIMUM
18FT PANEL, STEP FILLER 36" 77134 2 2 2
OPTIMUM
STRAIGHT PANEL 46” 77059 4 6 8 4 6 8
TOTAL PANEL COUNT
-12 14 16 12 14 16
2.
TOP RAIL COPING / PARTS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
16FT 77-1/8“ 77006
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
18FT 86-5/8” 77007
COPING CLIP STANDARD
CLAY 77310
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
STRAIGHT 96“ 77010
PVC COPING STANDARD CLAY
STRAIGHT 48” 77128
PVC
COPING 4” PREMIUM CLAY 16FT 77-1/8“ 77254
PVC COPING
4” PREMIUM CLAY 18FT 86-5/8” 77255
COPING CLIP
4” PREMIUM CLAY 77253
PVC
COPING 4” PREMIUM CLAY STRAIGHT 96” 77261
PVC COPING
4” PREMIUM CLAY STRAIGHT 48” 77260
IN
-GROUND COPING FOAM STRIP - 10’ 77177 7 9 9 7 9 10
SCREW
- #10 X 3/4” TEK SS (34PK)
22
-
10142
4 5 5 4 5 6
IN
-GROUND COPING ADAPTOR CLIP (17PK) 77149 4 5 5 4 5 6
3. COMPONENTS
Part No
1624
1628
1632 1826
1830
1834
3. COMPONENTS (CONTINUED)
Part No 1624 1628 1632 1826 1830 1834
BOLT,
HEX HEAD 3/8”-16 X 1” 99-0136 12 16 20 12 16 20
BOLT, HEX HEAD ALUM.
- 2-½" 99-0137 12 12 12 12 12 12
CAP SCREWS
- #8 X ½“ –CLAY HEAD 99-0138
HEX
KEY –7/32” SHORT ARM 99-0140 1 1 1 1 1 1
BOLT, HEX HEAD 8" LONG
99-0141 18 24 30 18 24 30
NUT, 3/8" SS
99-0142 18 24 30 18 24 30
REBAR
- 3/8 X 15" 77001 12 14 16 12 14 16
SPLINE
-52" 77002 24 28 32 24 28 32
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 66”
–W/ BRACKET 77021 2 4 4 2 4 4
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 36”
77016 2 2
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 18”
77281 2 2
STRAIGHT BOTTOM CHANNEL 66”
77018 2 2
SLIMMER PLATE SP 1091 WHITE
(OUTSIDE POOL) 77516
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1084 WHITE
(OUTSIDE POOL) 77518 1 1 1 1 1 1
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1091 GRAY (INSIDE POOL)
77517
SKIMMER PLATE SP 1084 GRAY (INSIDE POOL)
77519 1 1 1 1 1 1
RETURN PLATE WHITE (INSIDE/OUTSIDE)
77064 2 2 2 2 2 2
BOTTOM PLATE
77004 5 5 5 5 5 5
EXTENDED RETURN FITTING
77092 1 1 1 1 1 1
STRAIGHT PANEL CONNECTOR
77026 6 8 10 6 8 10
SPLINE, SHORT 5
-¾" 77014 28 36 44 28 36 44
SPINE, EXTENDED 52"
77013 14 18 22 14 18 22
A
-FRAME UPRIGHT 77033 6 8 10 6 8 10
COVER, A
-FRAME 77036 6 8 10 6 8 10
FOAM INSERT, A
-FRAME COVER 77069 6 8 10 6 8 10
STRAPS,
16FT OVAL 64-3/16” 77023 9 12 15
STRAPS,
18FT OVAL 72-3/16” 77025 9 12 15
SIDE BRACE MOUNTING BRACKET
- LEFT 77153 4 6 8 4 6 8
SIDE BRACE MOUNTING BRACKET
- RIGHT 77155 4 6 8 4 6 8
STRAIGHT
SIDE BRACE –45-7/16” 77156 4 6 8 4 6 8
4. STEP
COMPONENTS Part No 1624 1628 1632 1528 1730 1932
NUT, HEX FLANGE 3/8" SS
10660 18 18 18 18 18 18
STEP ROD EXTENSION 52"
77173 2 2 2 2 2 2
BOLT, HEX FLANGE 3/8" X 1" SS
99-0104 18 18 18 18 18 18
STEP SOCKET EXTRUSION 52"
77143 2 2 2 2 2 2
STEP ATTACHEMENT FENDER WASHER 3/8" X 1
-¾" 77175 12 12 12 12 12 12
STEP ANCHOR PLATE MODIFIED RIGHT
77142 1 1 1 1 1 1
STEP ANCHOR PLATE MODIFIED LEFT
77141 1 1 1 1 1 1
STEP DIAGONAL BRACE ANGLE 18"
77146 2 2 2 2 2
STEP HORIZONTAL BRACE ANGLE 37
-13/16" 77148 2 2 2 2 2 2
BOLT, COUNTERSUNK SS
-2"
99
-
0130
10 12 14 10 12 14
BOLT, COUNTERSUNK SS
- 2-¼"
99
-
0131
7 9 11 7 9 11
NUT, FLAT HEAD RIVET SS
- 3/8"
99
-
0132
17 21 25 17 21 25
WASHER
- 7/8" ALUMINUM
99
-
0133
68 96 116 68 96 116
NUT, ALUM.
- 3/8"
99
-
0134
28 36 40 28 36 40
BOLT,
HEX HEAD 3/8”-16 X 3/4”
99
-
0135
4 8 8 4 8 8
WASHER
- 7/8" ALUMINUM
99
-
0133
68 96 116 68 96 116 12

OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE / IN-GROUND POOL
Section 1
Tools You Will Need:
Tape measure - 100'
Marking spray paint or powder
String - 25’ length
Stake or peg –12”
Transit, laser level or 3’ level
Rubber mallet
Hacksaw
Spade
Square shovel
Pick
Rake
Tamper square 10” or 12”
2x4, straight - 12’
Square
Power drill
7/16" and 1/8 drill bits
¼" hex nut driver bit
Socket set
Duct tape
Pliers - channel lock
9/16" open end wrench
Screwdrivers, flat & Phillips
Metal file
Utility knife
PVC pipe cutter
Pool trowel
Cloth rag
Cooking spray
Shop vacuum
Soft bristle broom
Extension cord
Hose with spray nozzle
Wheelbarrow
Also Needed But Not Included:
Patio blocks - (2” x 12” x 12”)
Masonry Blocks - (8” x 8” x 16”)
Masonry Sand
Concrete
INGROUND Installations:
Backfill (Crushed stone or gravel 3/8”-¾” dia. recommended)
Perforated Drain Pipe (for drainage if site floods easily)
Pool
Size
Masonry
Sand
Cubic
Yards
Patio
Blocks
Masonry
Blocks
Concrete
Footing
Cubic
Yards
Concrete
Collar
Cubic
Yards*
Concrete
In
-
Ground
Step
Support
1624
2.4 22* 8 2 2 3
1628
2.8 22* 8 2-3/4 2-1/4 3
1632
3.3 30* 12 3-3/4 2-1/2 3
1826
2.9 22* 8 2 2 3
1830
3.4 22* 8 2-3/4 2-1/4 3
1834
3.9 30* 12 3-3/4 2-1/2 3
*Note –Concrete collar is necessary in additionto the concrete footing once pool is
installed deeper than 24” below grade.
*Note - Add (1) patio block to total required when using the In-ground step.
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OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE / IN-GROUND POOL
Section 1
Section 2
Step 1 –Select a Pool Location
DO NOT locate the pool:
•over underground lines (electrical, sewage, plumbing, gas).
•over septic tanks.
•under overhead electrical lines.
•near hazardous structures.
•out of compliance with local code restrictions.
DO NOT locate the pool on a site:
•that is hilly - avoid areas with sudden slopes within 6’ of pool
•that has poor drainage or tends to flood.
•in areas with sharp objects.
•on ground that has been treated with weed killer, pesticides or
other chemicals.
•that has nut grass, Bermuda grass or bamboo grass growing
nearby, as they can grow through your liner and puncture it.
DO NOT assemble your pool:
•on asphalt,tar or oil-based surfaces.
•with components such as filters, pumps, and heaters placed
where they can be used to access the pool by young children.
DO ensure:
•the area selected has a level and firm base.
•surface is flat 2' beyond pool diameter.
•access is available to electricaland water supplies.
•the pool is installedfar from structures which could encourage
dangerous activities, like jumping from a roof or playset.
•you are aware of your local codes and restrictions.
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OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE / IN-GROUND POOL
Section 1
Section 2
2.1
Step 2 –Create a Foundation
2.1 Define the initial geometry by marking the pool site. The specific
dimensions for each pool foundationis shown on the following
footprints located on pages 17 through 22. Establishthe centers
of the two semi-circles as illustratedby driving a stake into the
ground at both center points. 2.2
2.2 Attach one end of a string to one of the center stakes, measure
the string out to equal the pool radius, plus an additional12
inches for clearance. Holdingthe string taut, walk the semi-circle
of the planned outer perimeter while marking the ground with
spray paint, a lawn edger or white powder. Repeat with the
opposingstake.
Mark the straight sections of the pool next to join the two
previously created semi-circles.
Remove all sod, weeds and other growth from within the marked
pool location.Dig to the depth the pool will be installed for below-
grade installations.Find the lowest spot within the pool area and 2.3
level the surrounding ground to this point. Remove protruding
roots, stones and other sharp objects that could damage the pool.
Tamp down with a square tamper. DO NOT add dirt to raise the
low areas as the weight of the filled pool will cause settling.
2.3 Confirm the site is level and flat using a long, straight board or
2x4 and acarpenter’s level or transit. Continue to remove high
areas of ground where necessary.
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OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE / IN-GROUND POOL
Section 1
3.
-
Step 3 –Create Trench and Place Support Blocks
3.1 Create two trenches for the freeform section wall foundations.
•Trenches MUST be a minimum of 11-5/8” deep
•Trenches MUST be 33” wide (21” inward &12” outward from wall center)
•Trenches MUST be the length listed on the specific footprint.
See following pages 17 through 22 for specific trench dimensions
and location.
IMPORTANT! IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT TO THE
STRUCTURAL STABILITY OF THE POOL THAT THE
CONCRETE DIMENSIONS ARE FOLLOWEDEXACTLY.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY VOID THE WARRANTY.
3.2 Place concrete block support structures as illustrated in Figure 3.2 at
the locations specifiedon the followingfootprintson pages 17-22.
Each assembly is constructed from two patio blocks (2” actual) and
one masonry blocks (7 5/8” actual), giving a total stacked height of
11 5/8”. This is equal to the depth of the trench dug earlier.
3.3 Place patio blocks at each wall joint for the curved ends of the pool.
All patio blocks must be flush with the ground, solid and level with
each other in all directions.
Patio blocks for pools installed deeper than 24” below grade
should be split to allow installation of the included rebar. This
rebar will later be encapsulated by a required concrete collar.
3.2 Masonry
Block
Patio
Blocks
3.3 ABOVE GROUND 3.3 IN GROUND
3.1
11-5/8”
16

220-l /4"
(l8FT-4- l /4")
R96"
188-1 /4"
297-l/16"
[24FT - 9- l / 16")
/
188-1 /4"
12"
I- I 9" -l-23- 1/ '42:i. I 12+23- 1/ '4 I 9" jT
~ 108" (9FT - OIN)
R96'
Section 1
OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE / IN-GROUND POOL
Step 3 –Create Trench & Place Support Blocks
16X24 OVAL 17

220-1/4"
(l8FT 4-1/4") l
54-1 /4
219-3/8"
344-5/8"
(28FT -8-5/8")
219-3/8"
Section 1
OPTIMUM OVAL ABOVE / IN-GROUND POOL
Step 3 –Create Trench & Place Support Blocks
16X28 OVAL 18