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Safety Instructions
•
ELECTRICAL
SAFETY
• WARNING! REFER TO AND FULLY COMPLY WITH THE ELECTRICAL AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ENCLOSED FILTER PUMP MANUAL.
• WARNING! The pool must be accessible to a 110 or 230V AC outlet protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.
•
The pool should be set no closer than 2m to the power source, but no further than the length of the filler pump cord. Under no circumstances
should an extension cord be used to extend the range of the connection.
•
GENERAL
SAFETY
• WARNING! Carefully read, understand, and follow all information in this user manual before installing and using the swimming pool. These
warnings, instructions, and safety guidelines address some common risks of water recreation, but they cannot cover all risks and dangers in
all cases. Always use caution, common sense, and good judgment when enjoying any water activity. Please read carefully and keep for future
reference.
• WARNING! The use of a swimming pool implies compliance with the safety instructions described in the operating and maintenance guide. In
order to prevent drowning or other serious injuries, pay particular attention to the possibility of unexpected access to the swimming pool by
children under 5 by securing the access to it, and, during the bathing period, keep them under constant adult supervision.
• Non-swimmers safety
• Continuous, active, and vigilant supervision of weak swimmers and non-swimmers by a competent adult is required at all times
(remembering
that children under five are at the highest risk of drowning);
• Designate a competent adult to supervise the pool each time it is being used;
• Weak swimmers or non-swimmers should wear personal protection equipment when using the pool.
• When the pool is not in use, or unsupervised, remove all toys from the swimming pool and its surrounding to avoid attracting
children to the pool.
• Safety devices
• In order to prevent children from drowning, it is recommended to secure access to the pool with a ‘protection device. It is recommended to install
a barrier (and secure all doors and windows, where applicable) to prevent unauthorized access to the swimming pool.
• Fences, safety covers, enclosures or similar safety devices are helpful aids, but they are not substitutes for continuous and competent adult
supervision.
• Safety equipment
• It is recommended to keep rescue equipment (e.g. a ring buoy) by the pool.
• Keep a working phone and a list of emergency numbers by the pool.
• Safe use of the pool
• Encourage all users especially children to learn how to swim;
• Instruct all pool users, including children, what to do in case of an emergency;
• Never dive into any shallow body of water. This can lead to serious injury or death.
• Encourage all users especially children to learn how to swim.
• Learn Basic Life Support (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation -
CPR
) and refresh this knowledge regularly. This can make a lifesaving difference in
the event of an emergency;
• DO NOT
use the swimming pool when using alcohol or medication that may impair your ability to safely use the pool.
• When pool covers are used, remove them completely from the water surface before entering the pool.
• Protect pool occupants from water related illnesses by keeping the pool water treated and practicing good hygiene. Consult the water treatment
guidelines in the manual;
• Store chemicals (e.g. water treatment, cleaning or disinfection products) out of the reach of children.
• Use the signage as outlined on below.
• This safety sign must be posted in a prominent visible position within 2m of the pool. Alternatively use a vinyl base glue (not included) to glue the
sign to the pool wall next to the entry and exit point, assuring it is prominently visible to all users when approaching the pool.
• Removable ladders shall be placed on a horizontal surface. Ladders must not be used for another purpose.
• WARNING!
a drained pool outdoors may cause unknown hazards.
• WARNING!
Installation and assembly shall be done by adults.
• WARNING!
Read and follow the instruction for use and maintenance to ensure a safe use of the swimming-pool kit. Not following the instructions
for use and maintenance can cause serious health hazards, in particular for children.
• WARNING!
Only for domestic outdoor use.
• WARNING!
Drowning hazard. Children have drowned in portable swimming-pools.
• WARNING!
Empty the pool when not in use.
DO NOT
leave a small pool empty outdoors.
• WARNING!
Keep children under supervision in the aquatic environment.
• WARNING!
No diving.
Positioning
• WARNING!
Pools installed on inadequately level surfaces are subject to leaking, forming irregularities, or collapse, which can result in property
damage or serious injury for those in or around the pool area.
• WARNING! DO NOT
use sand during setup process. If it appears that there is a need for use of a “levelling agent”, then your set-up site is
unsuitable.
•
FAILURE
TO
OBEY
THIS
WARNING
MAY
RESULT
IN
SERIOUS
PERSONAL
INJURY
.
• WARNING!
Please choose your set-up area carefully, as lawn and other desirable vegetation underneath the ground sheet (If applicable) will die.
Furthermore, try to avoid setting the ground sheet (If applicable) in areas prone to aggressive plant and weed species, as they may grow through
the ground sheet (If applicable).
• WARNING!
The pool must be accessible to a 110 or 230-volt
AC
outlet protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (
GFCI
). The pool should be
set no closer than 2m to the power source, but no further than the length of the filter pump cord. Under no circumstances should an extension
cord be used to extend the range of the connection.
• It is absolutely essential to select a suitable site for your pool
BEFORE
attempting to fill it with any water. Please select a set-up site which strictly
conforms to the following guidelines:
No diving
Wear personal
flotation
devices
Keep children
under supervision
in the aquatic
environment
