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DECEMBER 2, 2003 (Round Pool - 1" Rims)
Think of your above ground pool as a big dam. If the
pool is out of level or if the wall is worn or damaged,
the uneven pressure can cause the wall to break or tip
and allow thousands of gallons of rushing water to
cause extensive property damage and injury to any-
one in its path.
The amount of effort and care you put into the preparation
of your pool foundation and maintenance of the pool wall
can make a big difference in the life of your pool and liner.
A solid, well-compacted, level earth foundation is the
best base for your pool. Take the time to do a good and
thorough job as explained in these instructions.
MATERIALS YOU'LL NEED
IMPORTANCE OF LEVEL POOL FOUNDATION
STRAIGHT PLANK
(FOR LEVELING)
WASHED MASONRY SAND (SEE CHART)
CONCRETE BLOCKS
2" x 8" x 16"
(SEE CHART)
TOOLS YOU'LL NEED
SHOVEL
TAPE MEASURE
PUSH BROOM
MEDIUM BRISTLE
NOTE:
Do not install your pool frame on a
sand base! Use sand ONLY on the inside
of the pool to form the cove and to provide
a smooth base for the liner.
2' x 2' BOARD
(ANY TYPE)
CONCRETE BLOCKS
2" x 8" x 8"
(SEE CHART)
CHALK OR FLOUR
(FOR MARKING GROUND)
N
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NOTE: TAPE ENDS OF S-HOOKS SO
THEY DON'T TEAR THE LINER.
S-HOOK (MINIMUM 10 REQ.)
POOL
SIZE
SAND
REQUIRED
FOR BOTTOM
CONCRETE
BLOCKS
REQUIRED
8'
1 TON
11
12'
1 TON
9
15'
1-1/2 TON
11
18'
2 TON
13
21'
2-1/2 TON
15
24'
3 TON
17
27'
3-1/2 TON
19
VINYL OR
PLASTIC