Wilbar Optimum Pool 95-0771 Instruction manual
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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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