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Owner’s Manual

©2004 ZODIAC AMERICAN POOLS, INC.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED - MADE IN U.S.A.

English

Escapade - Oval Pool

97197

INTRODUCTION AND

SWIMMING POOL SAFETY

Swimming pools are fun and we want you to enjoy your new pool for years to come. Please spend some time
reading your Owner’s Manual and Safety Packet (packaged with your pool) to understand the operation and
safety considerations of this product.  

CAUTION: Read all instructions carefully before starting the

installation.  Check for missing parts by reviewing the Repair Parts List in the back of this book.

Serious permanent injury or death can occur in and around swimming pools. To prevent these tragic accidents,
please read, understand, and strictly enforce all safety rules.

You must post and maintain your safety sign and decals as instructed. If your sign or decals are missing or
damaged, please write for free replacements to:

265 INDUSTRIAL BLVD., MIDWAY, GA 31320    (800) 338-1013

CAUTION:
Read all instructions carefully before
starting the installation.  Check for
missing parts by reviewing the Repair
Parts List in the back of this book.

 

Congratulations upon becoming a proud new

pool owner! We take pride in bringing you a

quality product which will afford years of

pleasure. Your pool is an investment which

deserves your care and attention. This pool is

designed for residential use only. Do not use

for commercial applications.

 

December 19, 2003

Summary of Contents for Escapade

Page 1: ...ccurinandaroundswimmingpools Topreventthesetragicaccidents please read understand and strictly enforce all safety rules You must post and maintain your safety sign and decals as instructed If your sig...

Page 2: ...POOL ABOVE GROUND Never install your above ground swimming pool below the ground surface This pool must be installed on the ground surface only There should be a flat three 3 foot area minimum around...

Page 3: ...ACEMENTPARTS Always use Original Equipment Manufactured OEM parts for you replacement requirements KEEP OFF TOP LEDGES Do not stand sit climb or step on top ledge of pool wall These prohibited activit...

Page 4: ...d the base of your pool wall to prevent child drownings 2 CONVENIENTELECTRICALOUTLETS Yourfilterandotheraccessoriesareoperated by electricity If there are no outside electrical outlets you must have t...

Page 5: ...IFE DUCTTAPE ADJUSTABLEWRENCH RAKE CENTER STAKE 8 REQ HAMMER ROLLER IF AVAILABLE SCREWDRIVER FLATANDPHILLIPS CARPENTER SLEVEL CLOTHESPINS TAMPING TOOL FELTTIPPEN SHOVEL PUSH BROOM MEDIUM BRISTLE STRIN...

Page 6: ...s when digging Unless you have access to a surveyor s level the best most accurate way to level the ground is with a straight plank 2 x 4 will do but it should be straight and a carpenter s level Figu...

Page 7: ...between Omega beams are level with the ground Make sure tops of concrete blocks between Omega beams are level with the ground 8 x 10 10 x 15 and 12 X 18 POOL MakesuretopsofconcreteblocksbetweenOmegab...

Page 8: ...ga Carefully place one assembly in each trench See Fig 5B SIDESUPPORT C Lift and support each inside end of the Omega with a piece of 2 x 4 spanning the trench for easier installation See Fig 6 812 10...

Page 9: ...raters space gaps in your liner 1833CONFIGURATION POOL SIZE NO OF STRAPS 8 x 12 1 10 x 15 1 12 x 18 2 15 x 24 4 15 x 30 8 18 x 33 12 NOTE Some 15 tie bar joiner only have 4 holes use the outside holes...

Page 10: ...IM RIM RIM CONNECTOR SIDE SUPPORT OMEGABEAM Insert tabs on omega beam into slots on rim connector a a RIM CONNECTOR INSTALLATION Rim connector will bend to conform to the shape of the pool 1 3 2 12 x...

Page 11: ...T SIDESUPPORT CONCRETE BLOCKS FLUSH WITH GROUND SURFACE IN TRENCH AND LEVEL Insert the other 12 block of styrofoam which was set aside earlier into the front end of the Omega Beam Make sure the foam i...

Page 12: ...lowing diagrams show a bird s eye view of pool assembly to this point DO NOT ATTACH DO NOT ATTACH DO NOT ATTACH DO NOT ATTACH SPACER PLATE TIE BAR JOINER 12 x 18 POOL 8 x 12 and 10 x 15 POOL TIE BAR J...

Page 13: ...x 33 21 3 21 3 17 11 1 2 Check length and squareness of strap assemblies across the pool as shown by the pictures to the right Diagonal measurements must be the same from all points within or 5 1 2 in...

Page 14: ...ound surface and level in all directions Figure 11 c Check the level of your pool frame It is not difficult to make adjustments now Spending a few extra minutes now may save you hours of unnecessary w...

Page 15: ...2003 15 Oval Pool Escapade POOL SIZE A B C 8 x 12 35 31 75 10 x 15 39 75 32 875 12 x 18 52 25 37 250 15 x 24 41 41 625 42 5 15 x 30 41 41 625 40 00 18 x 33 41 41 625 49 75 BOTTOM RIM LAYOUT 15 X 30 A...

Page 16: ...97197 December19 2003 16 Oval Pool Escapade Check pool in diagrams shown below to insure consistent measurements between like points shown by arrows 18 X 33 POOL 33 18...

Page 17: ...ends attach the reinforcing bars on the outer sides of the pool wall using the 5 8 machine screws and hex nuts as shown in Fig 15 insert screws from inside of pool Nuts and washers MUST be on outside...

Page 18: ...top ledges To do this you must measure from the last side support around the perimeter to the side support on the opposite side Then do the same to the other end of the pool make sure the two measurem...

Page 19: ...THE POOL THIS WILL HELP TO PREVENT SAND LOSS AND THE POOL LINER FROM GOING UNDERNEATH THE POOL RIMS WHICH MAY DAMAGE THE LINER POOL WALL IMPORTANT Cover the pool understructure and wall area with viny...

Page 20: ...anufactured pool coving may be substituted for sand providing it does not contain ionomer foams These materials are not compatible with PVC Should you have any questions please consult your pool deale...

Page 21: ...t vary more than 1 If they vary more than 1 you must drain your pool and properly level it using the instructions in your pool owner s manual NOTE If your pool is out of level your warranty will be vo...

Page 22: ...e slots of the foot plate FIG 18 c Fasten uprights to foot plates with one 10 x 1 2 sheet metal screw FIG 18 d Hook the back flange of the top plate over the wall stabilizer then fasten top plate to u...

Page 23: ...first upright curved end See top ledge layout diagram above and Fig 22 15 AND 18 OVALS Fastenthetopledgestoyourpoolwithfour 10x1 2 sheetmetalscrews see Fig 19 See the top ledge layout diagram to be su...

Page 24: ...try exit location Install second decal directly across the pool from the entry exit location Figure24 STEP 12 INSTALL NO DIVING SIGN Your 9 x 11 NO DIVING sign must be posted in plain sight near your...

Page 25: ...e booklet Be sure to follow all safety instructions in same booklet Preserve the finish of your pool frame by waxing it at least twice a year APPLY GLUE INSIDE THE SURROUNDING RING OF THE OUTER LEDGE...

Page 26: ...ailable from Customer Service into thru the wall return fitting then install winter plate on skimmer Check and readjust this level after any heavy precipitation Remove filter and accessories excluding...

Page 27: ...97197 December19 2003 27 Oval Pool Escapade 18 23 31 29 1 6 16 14 19 17 12 18a 22 26 15 27 30 28 10 11 9 10 11 8 7 13 21 22 20 22 2 3a 4 5 3 25 24 25 24...

Page 28: ...5 10 05236 12 05252 12 05237 12 E nd R im S ag e G re e n C urve d E nd 1 7 1 8 05074 12 05075 14 05076 16 05077 18 05077 18 05078 18 T o p S tab ilize r C urve d E nd 1 8 1 8a 30015 8 30015 10 30015...

Page 29: ...ge or any part of the package back to the place of purchase Instead contact WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION NAME OF ITEM MODEL NUMBER POOL...

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Page 31: ...14th Season through replacement 5th Season 50 10th Season 75 25th Season 95 The above warranty is subject to the following conditions 1 A season ends December 31st of the calendar year 2 During the fi...

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