Coverstar Pool Cover - Leisure Pools and Living
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1. OUU sy PC CG ULUA Automatic Safety Cover MARNA MN L9832 Coverstar 2007 ver 1 0 Automatic Safety Cover2. keep the guides clean Spray into the pulley housing at the end of the guides at close range to remove debris from within the hous ing In windy and dusty areas with blowing dirt covers may become inoperable until the debris has been hosed from the guides In these areas guides will have to be flushed clean more frequently A build up of sand and or dirt will grind the webbings causing them to fail prematurely The webbings used on our cov ers have been proven over many years and thousands of covers to last beyond the life of the fabric if the cover guides are kept clean Premature webbing failure due to abrasion from debris in the guides is easily preventable and is not covered under the warranty HOUSING DRAINS On recessed systems frequently check the drain s to be certain they drain the housing completely and do not allow water to stay in the housing area If water is allowed to stand in the mechanism area over periods of time the system may become damaged by the constant moisture Damage to either electrical or mechanical components resulting from standing water or extended submersion is not covered under the warranty Clean leaves and debris from the housing as necessary Run the cover over the pool prop the housing lid open or remove it and remove the debris in the housing Accumulated debris can hinder the proper operation of the cover or damage the cover material MECHANISM amp PULLEYS clean all rotating surfaces and pulleys by spraying
3. may drown under the cover WARNING A partially covered pool can pose a safety hazard Never leave the cover over the pool in a partially covered position Always completely cover or uncover the pool Even children or pets who can swim may drown if they lose their orientation under the cover Never allow anyone to swim under the cover gt WARNING A cover with water on it poses the same safety hazard as an open pool WARNING A child can create a depression on the cover great enough to collect a dangerous amount of water gt gt IMPORTANT NOTICE This user guide is intended to instruct cover system owners in the proper operation and maintenance of their cover system If a salesman or installer gives information that contradicts this user guide you should disregard their instruction on that topic Operating Instructions Note POOL COVER OPERATORS only instructed responsible individuals should operate the cover For this reason all systems are key controlled This is an expensive piece of equipment and like your automobile should be operated only by someone who can exercise judgment and care Children should not be permitted to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times WARNING Do not operate the cover with water on it Just one inch of water on a cover can weigh thousands of pounds COVERING THE POOL Unlock the switch cover Toggle the switch to the cover position It takes a second f
4. so the rope is relatively longer or shorter than the rope on the other side A Check pulleys to see if they are binding If they are clean them Check and clean cover guides if necessary B Billow cover by lifting fabric to break adhesion C Remove cover lid and clean out debris D Add water to pool or replace cover E Adjust brake Pool Safety Tips Automatic safety pool covers are easy and convenient to use but they should not be the only source of protection for your family Please read the recommendations provided by industry and safety groups listed below and implement as many of them as possible for your pool Multiple Safety Layers Don t rely on only one system of protection layering several safety precautions together provides the strongest safeguard You should never rely on any one layer to be fail proof Enclose the pool with a barrier In fact fencing may be required in certain areas Keep all doors and windows leading from the house to the pool area secure Install self closing mechanisms on doors Install only child proof self closing self latching gates around the pool Your Responsibility As a pool owner be aware that you must ensure your child s safety Make sure you have rescue devices that are easily accessible Never leave a pool with its cover partially closed since children may become trapped under it Always drain standing water off of your spa or pool cover A child can drown in as little as two
5. the cover can come from rain snow overspraying sprinklers or leaks that may develop in the cover Even what appears to be small amounts of water spread over the whole surface of the cover can migrate and accumulate in depressions This is dangerous Any accumulation of water on the surface of the cover must be removed immediately using the cover pump The cover is not a safety cover unless the pump is in place e Every cover system comes with a pump that automatically senses water and removes it provided the pump is operable properly placed and maintained according to the pump manufacturer s instructions e After the pump is placed upright on its base in the middle of the cover plug it into a G F C I protected outlet If the pump does not turn on immediately it will reset itself automatically This can take up to five minutes Consult the pump s user manual for any operational or service problems e During the winter the pump will freeze into the ice without damage As the ice melts during the winter the pump will automatically activate Make sure to Keep power to the pump and the discharge hose free of kinks e You must follow all pump manufacturer s instructions regarding its use and maintenance After the pump has removed all water from one location on the cover it may be necessary to move the pump to other locations to remove all accumulated water e The pump is covered under the pump manufacturer s warranty e For servi
6. with a hose nozzle every 3 months or more often in sandy or windy areas Use a hose nozzle to completely wash all surfaces of the mechanism to prevent fine dust or sand from accumulating on the moving surfaces of the mechanism PREVENTING RODENT DAMAGE certain areas rodents may nest in the cover hous ing and chew on the cover and ropes A common cause of rope breakage is rodent damage which is not covered under the warranty Moth balls in a perforated tamper proof container placed on a block or brick to keep them dry may help keep rodents under control Keep poisons out of reach of children ADJUSTMENTS AND MINOR REPAIRS Some repairs such as adjusting the torque limiter or patching holes are so easy you can do them yourself Other repairs are much more complex We would ordinarily recommend that an owner refers these repairs to his local authorized serviceman or organiza tion ADJUSTING THE TORQUE LIMITER ifthe pool cover will not retract or extend over the pool it may become necessary to adjust the torque limiter This device is designed to prevent damage to the motor or mechanism if there is too much stress on the system due to a worn out pulley or other prob lems If the torque limiter needs adjustment 1 To increase motor torque tighten the bolts with a 7 16 wrench 1 2 turn 2 How far you tighten or loosen the adjustment bolts will depend on the size of your pool so you should make smaller adjustme
7. Warranty Information Welcome to the rapidly growing group of pool owners who enjoy the ease and convenience of an automatic safety cover system We work hard to provide the best engineering and highest quality materials to make you a satisfied customer and a happy pool owner Please read this owner s guide and follow its instructions carefully It is designed to acquaint you with the features of your new cover system and to help you operate and maintain your system properly The information here is the accumulated knowledge of thousands of installations If you receive conflicting information elsewhere please call Coverstar for clarification Coverstar is a wholesale only manufacturer of pool cover systems We have selected the most qualified professional distribution companies to represent our products throughout the world They will provide you with the local service and maintenance that you may require The enclosed warranty page has all the warranty information for your specific system and cover material Warranty Registration In order to receive warranty service please register your cover system with the manufacturer as soon as it is fully installed using the dealer distributor information and warranty ID provided To do this Go to www coverstar com and click on the Product Registration button on the home page Fill out the online registration form and submit it OR Fill out the postage paid registration card and mail it For y
8. aintain a safer pool area 4 Were you informed of the importance of removing all standing water from your cover for safety and operation TROUBLE SHOOTING Symptom Cover will not move forward or will not reverse Water leaking onto cover Cover retracts out of square Cover not even at end of pool Cover seems to be running under stress Problem A Circuit breaker or G F C I is tripped B Water on cover C Water accumulated between roll up tube and pool D Cover adhering to deck E Torque limiter loose F Motor needs service A Cover caught on something sharp B Abrasion pinhole A Rope lengths unequal B Uneven drag on cover as it retracts off pool A Ropes are not the same length A Excess friction during operation B Cover adhering to deck C Debris in housing D Cover too tight E Brake too tight 10 Solution A Reset circuit breaker B Pump water from cover C Sweep water off cover D Lift cover and billow air under cover Use replaceable welcome mat etc under cover to break deck adhesion E Tighten both torque limiter brake bolts until the cover moves F Call your distributor dealer for service A Remove sharp object and use patch kit to repair B Use patch kit to repair r A Re pin the rope on rope reel so the rope is exactly the same on both sides B Some unevenness may be unavoidable due to pool configuration A Re pin the rope on the rope reel
9. ce return it to the manufacturer s service center e Avoid using extension cords e f your pump or cord becomes damaged replace the pump immediately e Plug the pump into a G F C I Protected outlet only Place the pump on the cover first then plug in the pump DO NOT stand on a wet surface while using the pump e Avoid contacting accumulated surface water on your cover when the pump is on the cover Electric shock is possible Your pump should not be used for any application other than specified in these instructions e Your pump has been provided with a stabilizer plate so it remains upright DO NOT allow the pump to tip over A N WARNING Your pump is an electric appliance and caution should be used when handling your pump and electric cord around water ALUMINUM LID The aluminum lid on below deck systems is a long lasting cosmetic cover for the housing It is not intended for anyone to walk or step on It can be slippery when wet and walking on it can loosen the support brackets under it Instruct children not to step on the lid KEY SWITCH LOCATION All controls for the cover system must be located where the pool is completely visible during cover operation All plants and shrubs should be maintained for continuous visibility PARTIALLY COVERED POOLS It is extremely important to always cover or uncover the pool completely Never leave the pool partially covered A partially covered pool presents a serious danger as people or pets
10. cover If you are unsure if it is safe to close the cover test the water at the surface with your test kit Some pH adjusters may create harmful levels of alkalinity high pH if not allowed to mix with the water before the cover is closed The same is true with chlorine shocks Some chlorine shocks require as long as 12 24 hours to return to swimmable range Since safety is often the major reason people purchase a cover we recommend the use of a non chlorine shock With this type of shock the cover may be closed in 30 minutes or less Please check with your pool service company for proper usage The use of floating chlorine feeders is not recommended because they vent chlorine gas that can burn the cover fabric and often remain trapped in the same location CLEANING THE COVER when you uncover the pool the water in the pool is transferred from the pool to the top surface of the cover The sun then dries it causing high concentrations of chlorine on top of the cover that may damage the fabric You can wash the cover with a mild hand dish washing liquid ev ery 3 6 months to remove this accumulation However do not use laundry detergent or any other chemicals to clean the cover COVER GUIDES retract the cover completely off the pool and clean the cover guide rope and slider channel Use a high pressure nozzle on a garden hose to spray directly into the slots of the aluminum deck guides to remove built up dirt and debris Repeat as often as necessary to
11. cover a foot or two and then retry to cover the pool If the same thing occurs immediately release the switch and call your SwimWise distributor Continuing to operate the cover can cause damage not covered by the manufacturer s warranty COVERING THE POOL MANUALLY If there is a loss of electrical power to the system and the cover must be closed for safety or other reasons the cover can be closed manually This is not easy to do but it can be done by following these steps 1 Remove the cover lid 2 Pull the ropes to extend the cover out over the pool Note For large pools it may be necessary to loosen the cover mechanism s torque limiter to close the pool 2 Underguide System UNCOVERING THE POOL WARNING Do not operate the cover with water on it Just one inch of water on a cover can weigh thousands of pounds 1 Remove any objects from the cover including the pump 2 Unlock the switch cover Toggle the switch to the uncover position 3 Hold the switch in the uncover position until the cover extends to the position required for your pool cover model A For Underguide systems where the cover is attached to the underside of the pool deck retract the cover until the front edge of the cover is 6 inches from the cover housing lid B For Topguide systems where the guides are mounted on top of or in the deck the cover should be retracted to a point sev
12. eral inches in front of the emergency stops on the cover guides Make sure the leading edge of the pool cover clears the top surface of the deck to prevent damage to the bottom of the leading edge or it s fabric cover The stops are there to prevent pulling the cover out of the guides in the event of over retraction but are not meant as a stop to run the cover up against Driving the cover into the end pulley housings or retracting against the emergency stops on a regular basis may damage several components including the cover rope webbing and possibly mechanical components 4 Release the switch when you have reached the proper position discussed above Close the switch lid lock it and remove the key Note If the cover hesitates or stops before it reaches the end of the pool you should immediately release the switch and investigate the problem Sometimes dirt debris or obstacles like towels or hoses can stop the cover Remove ms Y 4 the obstruction and continue covering the pool If after investigation you cannot find a reason for the hesitation a you should reverse the direction of the cover a foot or two and then retry to uncover the pool If the same thing occurs immediately release the switch and call your SwimWise distributor Continuing to operate the cover can cause damage not covered by the manufacturer s warranty Note For large pools it may be necessary to loosen the cover mechanism s torque limiter to close
13. inches of water Adult Supervision There is no substitute for constant adult supervision Never leave a child alone even for a second Most drownings occuduring a five minute or less lapse in supervision There is a risk of a child drowning when around any body of water Maintain constant eye contact with your children when they are around the pool Do not consider young children water safebecause they have had swimming lessons Post and enforce rules such as No Running No Pushing No Dunking and Never Swim Alone Extend Safety Awareness Instruct baby sitters about potential hazards to young children in and around swimming pools and the need for constant supervision Alert your pool maintenance people utility personnel and your neighbors to keep covers gates and doors to pool closed and locked at all times Pool Toys Remember to keep toys and inflatables away from the pool when the pool is not in use These items can lure a child into the pool Inspect Equipment Inspect safety and pool equipment regularly Preventive devices are only effective if they are in working order Gate latches gate closure devices fences door and pool alarms and the pool cover should be inspected frequently to be certain they are working properly Sources Drowning Prevention Society United States Consumer Product Safety Commission National Spa and Pool Institute s Operation Water Watch and the American Academy of Pediatrics 11
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15. nts in either direction until the cover operates normally WARNING Never adjust the cover or try to perform any other maintenance while the cover is run ning Disconnect the breaker first if you attempt to service any movable part of the cover system PATCHING THE COVER Patch even the smallest holes as soon as they occur with the repair kit provided Small pin sized holes can be patched by applying a drop of glue directly in the hole Large cuts or tears can be patched using a piece of material cut from the repair kit Cut a piece of material that forms a 1 overlap around the tear Clean and dry the area around the cut or tear Apply glue to one side of the patch Apply glue to the area around the cut or tear that will be covered by the patch Let the glue set up for one minute Apply the patch to the cover WINTERIZING THE COVER Although during the winter your pool cover requires less attention water and or snow will build up on the cover If the water level in the pool is not properly maintained seri ous damage to the cover can occur Properly maintaining a pool s water level prevents excess weight on the top surface of the cover that can cause serious damage to the cover system e During the winter make at least monthly inspections of the pool s water level and make sure the cover pump is operating properly so that water on top of the cover does not build up Even a few inches of water on top of the cover is an eno
16. or the gear to engage the rope take up reels Safety covers are required to have a momentary power switch that requires constant pressure to operate the motor This keeps the operator in complete control of the mechanism Hold the switch in the cover position until the cover extends to the position required for your pool cover model A For Underguide systems where guides are mounted under the pool coping lightly bump the leading edge against the end of the pool Do not continue to force the cover closed after it touches the coping B For Topguide systems where the guides are mounted on top of or in the deck the cover should extend over the pool but stop several inches short of reaching the end pulley housings at the end of the guides Make sure the leading edge of the pool cover clears the top surface of the deck to prevent damage to the bottom of the leading edge or its fabric cover Release the switch when you have reached the proper closed position discussed above Close the switch lid lock it and remove the key Place the pump on the cover If the cover hesitates or stops before it reaches the end of the pool you should immediately release the switch and investigate the problem Sometimes dirt debris or obstacles like towels or hoses can stop the cover Remove the obstruction and continue covering the pool If after investigation you cannot find a reason for the hesitation you should reverse the direction of the
17. our information fill in your Dealer Distributor Information below Dealer Distributor Information Dealer Distributor Name Address City Phone Date Installed By Table of Contents Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Cover Care amp System Maintenance Installation Safety Checklist amp Trouble Shooting Pool Safety Tips ASTM required Safety Warning ccccccccccccssssseeeeeeeessseseeeeeseesseeeeeeeeeeens 4 Pool water level sscsssssssssssscsssseccessesssssnsnneeeususeeeeuseseessseuaeesseeeanenans 4 Using the cover pump sinissiccssarsndecccacsdstastcsesnesnadeiabacendanaawunssantnwenedenosnnnbunes 4 Aluminum Po esinscinisestcaancisicn ani semmetssinanedsnttakenseiounnsersndantndhdamaledancausnheniananoucesabun 5 Key switch location 2nd ci sGrosessunasescncnatnnntinddese anebedennvaaanninunimsiniudesdarionuiebannio 5 Partially covered DOOIS isiisncissicswbseccecnsannnsicasloinnsenssvooenesdunakinduunteaxeoasnsancetasenes 5 Pool Cover operator S soesoenan Eai 6 Covering the POOL ccccscccsessssnesccsssssscncsecersessscnssscussasscanssaeeusessuenssecenas 6 Covering the pool manually cc ecccesescceeeecsesseeeeeeeseesseseeeeeeseesseseeeeees 6 Uncovering the Pool uciicsaccdsdssnsacccadidsentecseanisneniuaSacenduiinninnnsansemeasansenadeacs 1 Uncovering the pool manually ccccssssssssssssssccssseesensessesssssssssseeee
18. rmous weight and can pull the cover and guides into the pool In situations where the water level is too low you should add water to the pool immediately to better support the water or ice that are on the cover Your cover will survive any normal winter if these simple precautions are taken e Make sure your water is chemically balanced before covering the pool for extended periods of time Double check the water after the chemicals have had a chance to mix completely This may require check ing the pool water a day or two after chemicals have been added When covering the pool for long periods of time turn down ozone generators and chemical feeders to their lowest level Constant long term build up of ozone can damage the fabric Place the cover pump on the cover to remove melted snow Installation Check amp Troubleshooting INSTALLATION CHECK For your satisfaction please check the following items with your installation representative to help you understand how to operate your cover 1 Be sure that the installation representative who installed your pool cover has explained the proper operation of the following e Placing the cover pump in position when the cover is closed e Operation by authorized persons only e Pool chemical application as it affects the cover e Proper maintenance amp care 2 Did you read the drowning prevention information on the back cover of this user guide 3 Did a representative offer you assistance on how to m
19. the pool cover UNCOVERING THE POOL MANUALLY If there is a loss of electrical power to the system and the cover must be opened for some reason it can be done manually This is not easy to do but it can be done by following these steps Remove the cover lid at the non motor end 2 Insert a 34 x 1 2 adapter onto a 12 ratchet 3 Insert the 34 adapter into the end of the cover drive shaft 4 Ratchet the cover off the pool Note For large pools it may be necessary to loosen the cover mechanism s torque limiter to open the pool cover Maintenance amp Care WATER LEVEL Keep the water level in the pool at the mid skimmer level If the pool is overfilled the water can flow over the lowered bond beam into the housing and flood the mechanism POOL CHEMISTRY we suggest as all cover manufacturers do that you only cover pool water that you would swim in If the water is temporarily out of balance due to chemical additive covering the pool will shorten the life of the fabric Use a good test kit frequently to maintain proper chemical balance You must avoid a build up of chemicals in the pool water that can result in serious damage to pool walls and equip ment Such a build up can also create an improper water balance which may cause deterioration of the vi nyl cover A deterioration so caused is not covered by the warranty After adding any chemicals to your pool allow the chemicals to circulate before closing the
20. tnncistoncerdbotmatsaiecitoaveesstandeenennetiess 11 Information in this user guide is believed to be accurate at time of printing Coverstar Inc reserves the right to make product and instructional changes over time without notice Visit www coverstar com for the latest information and updates to this user guide Safety Instructions A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times 3 All field installed metal components such as rails ladders drains or other similar hardware within 3m of the unit shall be bonded to the equipment grounding bus with copper conductors not smaller than No 8 AWG No 6 AWG for Canada 4 Keep the pump on the cover and set up for proper use whenever the cover is over the pool 5 Check cover frequently for signs of premature deterioration or weakness 6 OAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS POOL WATER LEVEL Maintain the water level at the middle elevation of the skimmer opening If the water drops below this level the cover may operate under stress Never cover the pool without the proper water level under the cover The water supports all weight on the surface of the cover If the water level is low and water builds up on the cover severe damage may be done to the coping and or cover system USING THE POOL COVER PUMP Water accumulation on the top of
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