Wilbar Optimum Pool Freeform 95-0778 Instruction manual

Optimum Pool
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POOL SAFETY
PLEASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
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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.
WARNING!
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 jumping or diving. Do not permit jumping
or divinginto the pool from a pool deck, the top rail of the pool, or from any structure outside the pool.
Diving or jumpinginto 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. Designate a competent adult to
supervisethe pool when in use. Vigilant supervision of weak swimmers and non-swimmers by a competent
adult is required at all times. Children under five are at the highest risk of drowning.
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 playing or roughhousing 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 lightingmust be provided. Illuminationin the pool area must be
sufficient to allow swimmers to clearly judge pool depth and all features in and around the pool. For lighting
recommendations, consult your local licensed electrical contractor.
6. RESTRICT ACCESS TO THE POOL
Do not leave chairs or other furniture besidethe pool that couldbe used by a child to access the pool.
Ladders must be removed whenever the pool is unattended. A fence with a lockable gate aroundthe pool
or yard is strongly recommendedand may be required by law in some areas. Secure doors and windows,
where applicable,to prevent unauthorized accessto the swimming pool. Remove all toys from the
swimming pool and surroundingarea when not in use to avoid attracting childrento the pool. Barriers, pool
covers, pool alarms or similar safety devices are helpful aids, but they are not substitutes for continuous
adult supervision.
7. NO ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
Never drink alcoholic beverages or use any intoxicants which could hinder your judgment and reflexes in an
emergency.
8. KEEP YOUR POOL CLEAN AND SANITARY
Your filter 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.
8. KEEP OFF THE TOP LEDGES
Do not walk or stand on the top ledges. They can become slipperyand result in serious injury.
9. POOL COVER SAFETY
The pool cover (sold separately) must have a tamper-proof locking retainer cable that positions the
cover around the pool wall and keeps it securely in place. Never allowanyone, especially small children
on the cover. Asphyxiation or drowning could result. Be sure to remove pool cover completely from the
water surface before entering the pool. When purchasing any pool cover, please consult a pool
professional.
11. ELECTRICAL HAZARD
Never touch or attempt to service electrical equipment, including the filter, 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 Electrical Code. 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 a safety rope measuring at least 50 feet long (15.24 meters) by ¼” thick( .635cm) securely
attached to a flotation buoy with an outside diameter of 15” (38.1cm) in a prominent, easily accessible
area by your pool. Keep a pole not less that 16 feet (4,88m) long with a blunt or hook end available at
poolside in case of emergencies. Weak swimmers and non-swimmers should wear personal protection
equipment when using the pool.
13. POOL CHEMICALS
Store pool chemicals out of the reach of children. 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
filter will result. Failure to observe this instruction will 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 ladder components for damage and wear. Be sure all screws are in
place and tightened according to manufacturer’s instructions. Replace all damaged or worn
componentsand 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 made of
thin, but strong metal, so please use work gloves to protect your hands duringinstallation. Always
utilize original manufactured parts for replacement. Failure to do so may void your warranty.

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The safety stickers must be installed as per the 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 warnings are not to be
removed under any circumstances. If they become discolored or
fall off, please request replacements from the manufacturer,
which will be provided free of charge.

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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
installation so that you can familiarize yourself with
everything involved with installing your swimming pool before
you begin.
DO NOT ATTEMPT INSTALLATION IN WINDY OR GUSTY
WEATHER. This will make installation more difficult and
could damage your pool before it’s even completely installed.
You will find that steps 1, 2 and 3 will be the most labor
intensive and 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 installation process 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 obtain them. 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.