Typically the cover rolls off the rear of the pool as shown in
the video. Other alternatives are possible if space is limited.
These are discussed in more detail in Tech Bulletin #5. The kit
includes the roller mechanism for the width of pool purchased,
appropriate lengths of track, an aluminum leading edge, and the
rugged fabric which floats on the water surface suspended
between the parallel tracks. Two steel brackets to mount the
roller mechanism at one end of the pool are available.
See Figure 15.1.
The optional Retractable Security Cover system is manually
powered. We believe that this system is optimal for our
compact pool and when installed correctly provides a simple
means of covering the pool. Automated systems are also
available. If you wish to automate your system call
our Customer Service Department and they can provide
additional information.
The aluminum track on either side of the pool is a requirement
of the retractable security cover option. See Figure 15.2.
Covering this track is possible but increases complexity
and will add to the cost of installation. Call Customer Service
for details.
16. Optional Solar Blanket Roll Up System
Endless Pools, Inc. supplies an 8' x 16' Solar Blanket for
all Endless Pool sizes. This may serve as a temporary cover
while the retractable security cover is being installed. For those
who wish it to serve as a more permanent cover, a simple
PVC pipe may be used to roll up the blanket for storage when
the pool is in use. For this purpose, we supply PVC clips and
PVC pipe long enough for your pool width. Depending on
the width of the pool the PVC pipe will come in one or two
pieces with a coupling attached to one end of the one piece of
pipe. Using the PVC cleaner and PVC cement you received in
your plumbing kit, glue the second piece of pipe into the open
end of the coupling. For pools larger than 8' x 16' a larger solar
blanket is available by request and shipped via UPS.
Alternatively, the roller mechanism from the retractable
security cover may be used in conjunction with a length of 3"
diameter PVC pipe to roll up the blanket. This optional solar
blanket roll up system is available from the Endless Pools, Inc.
Customer Service Department.
17. Optional Tension Straps
If you do not wish to anchor the pool panels down with the 3/8"
x 3" anchor bolts provided, the optional Tension Straps may be
used (see previous installation instructions). They must be
selected in advance and when included they will be shipped in
the pool crate. Regular 3/8" nuts and bolts used to bolt together
the pool enclosure may be used to secure the Tension Straps to
the bottom flange of the pool panel. Installation using these
straps is described more fully in Tech Bulletin #2, page 3.
18. Optional Hydrotherapy Jets System
By providing a supplementary pump and controller and plumb-
ing one suction and four venturi-type jets through the wall of an
Endless Pool, the user can enjoy the therapy benefits of jets in
addition to the variable speed swim current. See Figure 18.1.
Installation is relatively straightforward but roughly doubles the
plumbing work required. The kit provided by Endless Pools Inc,
includes everything necessary with the exception of the 1-1/2"
schedule 40 PVC pipe. Detailed instructions are included in
Tech Bulletin #6 along with a typical layout drawing. When jets
are installed it is important to leave access to the outside of the
pool panel for service. The five holes for the jets should be cut
Fig 15.1: Retractable security cover brackets.
Fig 18.1: Optional hydrotherapy jet kit.
Fig 15.2: Retractable security cover track (on aluminum coping).
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