Step 3: Track Alignment
Lay out track end to end on both sides of the pool. Use the “T” shaped track connectors to align the tracks.
These insert into the center of the track with the wide part on top, then push both tracks together. Extend
the tracks into the vault no less than 1”in. From the water side of the vault, measure and mark the track to
the length stated on the presite. Remember: MEASURE TWICE-CUT ONCE
Squarely cut the track using either a saws-all or hack saw at the pulley end of the track. After making the
cut, use a utility knife and small file to remove any burs on the edges and inside the track channels. Failure
to do so could result in frayed rope or premature wear. Once this has been done to both sides, it is now time
to set your track to track measurement.
Starting at the vault end, position the track onto the coping as specified in the presite. Leaving the 1”+ in.
hanging into the vault, measure from track groove to track groove, moving the tracks to the measurement
stated on the presite. Take another measurement in the middle of the first track, then at the track joint, and
finally at the end pulley. You may have to repeat this step several times to ensure proper track alignment
and spacing. After determining that the width is correct and is properly placed on the coping, use a pencil
or chalk to mark the deck/coping in several places along side the track to help with alignment in case of ac-
cidental movement.
The last measurement that is needed is to ensure that the tracks are “squared up”. This is done by measur-
ing the opposing corners. Measure from the vault end of the right track to the pulley end of the left track,
and vice versa. These measurements need to be the same. You may have to adjust the tracks accordingly. It
is important that the tracks are squared up, otherwise you cover will not function as designed.
Step 4: Securing Track to Coping/Deck
After all measurements have been checked and re-checked and the placement on the coping/deck have been
made, it is time to secure the tracks.
Starting at the vault end, with the 1”in.+ still into the vault, locate the first hole in the track. Using a ham-
mer drill with the 1/4”in. masonry bit, drill into the coping/deck about 2”in. Lift up the track and insert a
plastic ribbed anchor into the hole and lightly tap with a hammer to insure that it is seated into the hole.
Replace the track and insert the 1 3/4” screw into the track hole. Using a cordless drill and a #3 Philips bit,
tighten the screw down. Do not over tighten otherwise you may strip out the anchor or pull it out of the
hole. At this point you can skip several holes and drill out another and secure until you reach the track
joint. You should create a gap of about 1/16”in. to allow for track movement due to heat expansion. Drill
both holes on either side of the track joint and continue on towards the end. By drilling only a few of the
holes and securing the screws, this holds the track in place so that you can go back and drill out the rest of
the holes without fear of it moving on you. After all holes have been drilled out, loosen the screws already
installed enough to allow you to insert the remaining anchors. Install the screws, but do not tighten them all
the way. Leave them loose enough for you to lift the track up about 1/2”in. to allow you to run the ropes
through the back track channels.
Step 5: Attaching the End Pulley’s
Once both tracks have been drilled and all screws and anchors are in place, it is time to attach the end pul-
ley’s. In the parts bag, locate the two end pulley’s. On the pulley there is a steel tongue with a Philips screw
holding another metal piece. Loosen up the screw with a Philips screw driver separating the two pieces to a
gap of about 3/16”in. Go to the end of the track and lift up. Slide the pulley assembly into the center of the
track using the two tabs to sandwich down onto the notches in the track and tighten. Repeat for the other
side.
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