Proper Care and Maintenance
SwimShape has designed and engineered its pool sports and fitness products to provide years of use
and enjoyment. Properly maintaining and caring for your product is required to maintain the appear
ance of the equipment and to prevent rust and corrosion.
SwimShape uses both powder-coated steel and stainless steel in the construction of its pool sports
and fitness products. Over time, the sun, water, chlorine, salt, and other contaminants can damage
the powder coating protecting the base metals. This will result in rust. For this reason, we recommend
that you take the following actions:
1. Periodically wipe down the product with a sponge or rag and a small concentration of dish soap
mixed with water. This will help remove harmful contaminants, thereby extending the life of the
powder coating. If necessary, you can use mild cleansers like Windex® or Formula 409®. Do not
use abrasive cloths or cleansers as they can damage the powder coating.
2. Regularly inspect the powder-coating surfaces and look for scratches or signs of rust or corrosion.
Weld seams, crevices, and the surfaces beneath end caps and slider bushings are particularly
vulnerable to corrosion as they can trap water.
3. (Conditional) If scratches or signs of corrosion are discovered during inspection of the product, it is
recommended that you touch up the affected areas to prevent rust damage. Be sure to remove
end caps or bushings before applying the touch up paint to those areas. Touch up paint can be
ordered from your local dealer or picked up from your local hardware store or paint supply store.
The color code for the powder coating is: RAL 7001 Silver Gray
4. During the offseason when the equipment is not in use, it is recommended that you remove it and
store it in a location out of the weather.
a. If your product was installed using a sleeve, make sure and insert the sleeve cap into the sleeve
after removing the equipment from the deck.
b. If your product was installed using drop-in anchors, make sure and seal the openings in the
drop-in anchors with marine grease after removing the equipment from the deck. This will
help protect the threads and extend the life of the anchors. Marine grease can be
purchased from your local hardware store or marine supply store.
5. Make sure that the warning stickers are well-maintained and readable. Replacement warning
stickers can be obtained upon request by calling 877-793-2198.
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