Installation and Maintenance Guide

INSTALLING A SAFETY COVER
Step 4
Once the anchor is in place, it’s time to attach spring to anchor. Using the included installation rod. slip
the notched end of the rod through the round section of the spring. Place the notch over the anchor, and
using leverage, pull the installation rod away from the pool so that the spring slides down the rod,
Step 5
To finish the installation, proceed to the opposite side of the pool, and install the anchor for the same
strap. Next install the anchors for the center straps along the width. After installing the center straps
along the length and width, install those straps nearest the center along the length, and then those
nearset the center along the width.
SPECIAL INSTALLATION
Freeform Covers
Freeform safety covers are installed the same as standard rectangular covers, freeform covers have an
18” overlap. When initially aligning the cover make sure the overlap is equal on all sides. It can be
difficult to follow anchor installation sequence, remember to install center straps along length and width
first. Then work your way around pool alternating sides and securing cover to anchor as installed.
Wood Deck Anchors
Install wood deck anchors by drilling a 1 1/2” hole to a depth of 1/8” with a paddle bit.
Then drill a 3/4” hole in the center of the first hole to a depth of 1”. Insert the wood deck anchor into the
hole so that the wide part is flush with deck. Lastly, screw brass screw into the four holes to secure
anchor.
Custom Deck Surfaces
Brick, stone, pavers or lawn surfaces require additional support for the anchors to maintain tension.
Locate your anchor holes as usual, then drill a 7/8” hole through the brick, stone or pavers 18”. Insert
brass anchor into tube, and hammer the tube into the hole until anchor is flush with the surface. Attach
spring to anchor to install cover.
Use leverage to pull rod
away from cover. Spring will
Installed anchor
Installation tool
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