Pool Warehouse Pool Cover User Guide

: June 16, 2024
: Pool Warehouse

Pool Cover

Product Information

Specifications

Product Name: Pool Cover
Cover Types: Mesh Safety Covers, Solid Safety Covers
Cover Color Options: Blue, Green, Gray, Tan

Product Usage Instructions

Pool Shape Determination

Determine your pool type based on the following options:

Type 1 Pool: Rectangle, Rectangle with Step, Grecian, Roman or
L-Shaped
Type 2 Pool: Round, Free Form, Oval, Kidney or Lazy L

Note: For Type 2 pools with existing anchor points, A/B
measurements for both the pool and anchor points will be required
in order to produce a cover.

Type 1 Pools

Step 1: Pool Diagram

Using the provided graph paper, draw an accurate diagram that
shows the inside pool dimensions. Include the deck area, planters,
and any other obstructions that are within 18 inches of the edge of
the pool. If you have a rock structure on the waterline, a raised
wall, or a waterfall, please follow Type 2 instructions for A/B
measurements. If you have existing anchor points, also follow Type
2 instructions for A/B measurements.

Step 2: Measurements

Refer to the diagrams provided in the manual and select the
shape that most closely matches your pool. List your measurements
accordingly on the diagram you created, ensuring they are inside
waterline dimensions.

Rectangle Pool Measurements:

A: [measurement in feet and inches]
B: [measurement in feet and inches]
C: [measurement in feet and inches]

Rectangle with Step Pool Measurements:

A: [measurement in feet and inches]
B: [measurement in feet and inches]
C: [measurement in feet and inches]
D: [measurement in feet and inches]

Grecian Pool Measurements:

A: [measurement in feet and inches]
B: [measurement in feet and inches]
C: [measurement in feet and inches]
D: [measurement in feet and inches]

Roman Pool Measurements:

A: [measurement in feet and inches]
B: [measurement in feet and inches]
C: [measurement in feet and inches]
D: [measurement in feet and inches]
E: [measurement in feet and inches]

L-Shaped Pool Measurements:

A: [measurement in feet and inches]
B: [measurement in feet and inches]
C: [measurement in feet and inches]
D: [measurement in feet and inches]
E: [measurement in feet and inches]

Type 2 Pools

Step 1: Pool Diagram

Using the provided graph paper, draw an accurate diagram
indicating the inside pool dimensions. Include the deck area,
planters, and any other obstructions that are within 18 inches of
the edge of the pool. Photographs of the pool are required when you
have rocks, waterfalls, raised walls, spas, or anything other than
a simple, unbroken coping perimeter.

Step 2: A/B Measurements

Establish two points to be called A and B, parallel to the long
side of the pool. These points should be at least 20-25 feet apart
(or 2/3 the total length of the pool) and able to be easily marked
with masking tape (or stakes if in the lawn). A must be to the left
of B as you face the pool. Provide the distance between A and B as
you face the pool.

FAQ

Q: What are the advantages of mesh safety covers?

A: Mesh covers are usually lighter and easier to handle than
solid covers. They are easier to put on and take off. Mesh covers
also allow rainwater and melting snow to pass through, preventing
dirt and algae buildup in the pool over winter.

Q: What are the advantages of solid safety covers?

A: Solid covers prevent sunlight and fine particles from
entering the water, keeping it cleaner. They are more effective at
preventing dirt and debris from entering the pool. However,
standing water should be removed from the top with a drain panel or
cover pump.

Q: Are mesh covers or solid covers more cost-effective?

A: In most cases, mesh covers are more cost-effective than solid
covers.

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Pool Cover Measurement Form

CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PROPER FITI
By the submi.uion of this order the below named corporation and individual heret,y a1.Jthoriz-, POOL. WAREHOUSE to proOuce ,u a speci8I order. a pool cover for an lnground pool In accordance with the de.sign and specifications which have been provided here within. and hereby acknowledge that POOl WAREHOUSE has not participated in either the design or formal/on of th/$ cover and accepu full re$pOnslblJJty for the same, and further agrees to hold POOJ. WAREHOUSE harmless. that is, the below named corporation will pay in full or for any llnd alt claims and expenses that may arise out of the design or use of lhl.s special cover.

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SOLID SAFETY COVERS

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Mesh covers are usually lighter and easier to handle than solid covers. This means it will be easier to get the safety cover on and off

The big advantage of a solid cover is that it will prevent sunlight and fine particles from entering the water. This will prevent dirt and

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your pool. Mesh covers will also allow rain water and melting snow to pass through the

algae from building up in the pool, keeping it cleaner over the winter. With solid covers,

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cover into the pool. Most of the time, mesh covers are going to be more cost effective than solid covers.

you must remove standing water from the top with either a drain panel (mesh built into the cover), or a cover pump.

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SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS

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DETERMINE YOUR POOL TY PE:
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both the pool and anchor points will be required in order to produce a cover.

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Use the following pages of this guide to help you make accurate measurements of your pool.

PLEASE READ ALL DIRECTIONS CAREFULL Y BEFORE MEASURING YOUR POOL! Mark Box:

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TYPE 1 POOLS

STEP 1:
Using the graph paper provided, draw an accurate diagram that shows the inside pool dimensions. Include the deck area, planters, and any other obstructions that are within 18″ of the edge of the pool. If you have a rock structure on the waterline, a raised wall, or a waterfall, please use Type #2 instructions for A/B measurements. If you have existing anchor points, please use Type 2 instructions for A/B measurements as well.

STEP 2:

The diagrams below show the required measurements for each type of pool shape. Select the shape that most closely matches your particular pool, and list your measurements accordingly here & on the diagram you created. Be sure they are inside waterline dimensions! If your pool doesn’t match a shape you see below, you may need to measure for a Type 2 pool.

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TYPE2 POOLS

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STEP 1: Using the graph paper provided, draw an accurate diagram indicating the inside pool dimensions. Include the deck area, planters, and any other obstructions that are within 18″ of the edge of the pool. Photographs of the pool are required when you have rocks, waterfalls, raised walls, spas, or anything other than a simple, unbroken coping perimeter.

STEP2: Establish two points to be called “A” and “B’; parallel to the long side of the pool. These points should be at least 20-25 feet apart (or 2/3 the total length of the pool), and able to be easily marked with masking tape (or stakes if in the lawn). “A” must be to the left of”B” as you face the pool. Be sure to provide the distance between”A”and”B” as you face the pool.

Note: The A-B line must never intersect the pool and must be at least 6 feet away from any marked point (pool, anchors, and obstructions) regardless of how far back the line needs to be extended.
STEP 3: Using masking tape and waterproof marker, mark and number points along the inside edge of the pool at a maximum of 2 foot intervals. Be sure to identify all non-removable obstruction points when filling in your measurements on the measuring chart provided. Always number in a clockwise direction.

Tip: Use masking tape and waterproof marker instead of chalk. Chalk will wash away if it rains, but the tape and marker will stay put.

Number all corner points, direction changes, ladders, handrails, grab rails, slide legs, rocks, spillways, spa walls that separate the spa
and pool, fill spouts, and dive stands that are not removable. IMPORTANT: Also number any anchors from a previous safety cover. 1 foot intervals should be used in small or tight radius areas. Remember to include the total length of your A/B line, along with the
overall length of your pool.

STEP4: Provide cross dimensions from numbered points. These are important so we can verify whether they match the A-B measurements
of your pool.

A-B MEASUREMENTS

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Oval
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Kidney A-+—– 25′ —-B

Lazy-L

A— 25′—-B

A—- 25′ – -B

Refer to the following TYPE 2 POOL A-B MEASURING METHOD INSTRUCTIONS on page 3. It contains detailed instructions on how to correctly measure and record the A/B measurements for your pool.

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TYPE 2 POOL A-8 MEASURING METHOD INSTRUCTIONS

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NOTE: For customerslooking to match existing anchors you will need to measure BOTH the pool and the anchors from the same A-Bline. The A-Bline sho uld be positioned 6 feet behind the anchors. Youwillneed to submit two measurement sheets.

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1. Establish two points”A” and”B’; roughly 6 feet from the nearest point needing measured at least half the length of the pools distance (usually 20 ft – 25 ft in length). When facing the pool, Point A must be on your left and Point Bon your right (see drawing). The”A-8″ Line must not cross the edge or water of the pool. All measurements from the numbered points must touch point A and Bat exactly the same point.

Record the distance measurement of A-8 in the space indicated on the measuring form.

2. Make a mark and number points at the edge of the coping, two feet apart around the perimeter of the pool. Include all non-removable objects within 3 feet of the pool’s edge.

3. Next, measure the distance between Point “A” and Point “1” then “A” to point “2” and so on… until you have gone all the way around the pool. Record each measurement on the A-8 Measurement Sheet.
4. Now measure the distance from POINT Bto all of the numbered points, using the same process that you did for Point “A”.
Record each measurement on the A-8 Measurement Sheet.
5. Finally, measure the overall width and length of the pool by selecting numbered points that represent these distances. It is also helpful if you provide four Cross Dimension measurements 2 for the width and 2 for the length of the pool. (See drawing).

A-8 Measurement Sheet Examples

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Record each measurement on the A-8 Measurement Sheet.

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TYPE 2 POOL COVER A-B MEASUREMENT SHEET

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gE: If you have a step section, be sure to provide step length and width, and the offset of the step if applicable. Please provide any measurements given for obstructions on the diagram that is completed.
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Step Length (L): Measure across one step from side to side. Step Width (W): Measured from the water’s edge to the back of the step section.

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LADDERS & OBSTRUCTIONS: If you have any non-removable obstructions within 18″ of the waterline, locate them on your diagram. Measure the distance from the obstruction to the pool’s edge, and also measure the distance from the obstruction to the closest squared off corner of the pool.
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REQUIRED INFORMATION FOR TYPE 1 & TYPE 2 POOLS
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If items are NOT REMOVABLE and LESS THAN 18″ FROM THE WATERLINE, measurements must be given using the same method that was used to measure the pool. If your pool has obstructions and/or special features, please provide photos of each area.

CHECK ONE:
1. Are there skimmer covers? Are the covers flush with the deck?
2. Are there ladders? Are the ladders removable? If No: Measure to locate ladders, and distance ladders extend into the pool.

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3. Are there handrails? Are the handrails removable?
If No: Measure to locate handrails, and distance handrails extend into the pool.

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4. Are there grab rails?

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If No: Measure to locate grab rails, distance rails are set back from the pool, and to points where

the rails dip below the coping.Also indicate type

of grab rail.

5. Is there a fill spout? Is the fill spout removable? If No: Measure from pool to front of fill spout.
6. Is there a dive stand? If Yes: Measurements are required. How far back is the stand from the pool?
7. Is there a slide? Are slide legs within 18″ of the waterline?
If Yes: Measurements are required. Also give distance legs are set back from pool edge.
8. Are there any Grab Rocks? If Yes: Measure to locate placement. How wide are the rocks?
9. ls there a spa? Is the spa level with the deck and/or coping? If No: How much is the spa raised above the pool?
1O. ls a separate cover required for the spa?

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11. Does the spa wall have an open spillway? If it is an open spillway,A-B dimensions are required to locate the spillway. (Please provide a photo.)

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If Yes: GiveA-B dimensions at start and finish of planter area. Give width of coping between the

pool and the front of the planter.

13. Do you require stakes or anchors in the planter area?
14. Is the planter raised? If Yes: What type of material is the planter made of?
15. Is the planter strong enough for the cover to snap-hook Into?

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16. Is there a raised wall or raised bond beam?

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If Yes: How high? Give A-B dimensions at the beginning of the wall as well as points along the

wall at the deck line.

17. Are there waterfalls or rocks?
If Yes: GiveA-B dimensions of the beginning and at the end of the obstruction as well as points along the pool. (Please provide a photo.)

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18. Are there varying deck levels?

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If Yes: GiveA-B dimensions at level change. Give A-B dimensions indicating the angles

where the level change cuts back from the pool.

How much of a level change is it?

19. Do you have at least 3 feet of deck around the pool? If No: Please show dimensions on your sketch.
20. Do you have a concrete deck? If No: Please specify what type (wood, brick, etc.).

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FOR REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING SAFETY COVERS ONLY

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1. Is this a replacement safety cover? 2. Do you need to match existing anchors?

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IMPORTANT! Submitting this measuring form indicates that you have verified your measurements, and that the information you have supplied to us is correct. Your new safety cover will be made to these specifications when you place your order. If you need to make changes to your measurements and specifications, please resubmit them in writing.
Custom Safety Covers are not returnable.

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GRAPH FOR TYPE 1 & TYPE 2 POOLS Please specify inside dimensions on this form.

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.g: :r.-: – * Please also send 2 pictures ofyour pool. One viewed from the deep end to the shallow and one from the shallow end to the deep end.

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