Preparation
NOTE: The pool must be set up on a completely flat and level surface. Please do not install the pool if the surface is inclined or slope.
• Check with your local city council for by-laws relating to fencing, barriers, lighting and safety requirements and ensure you comply with all laws.
• Take the pool and accessories out of the carton with care. If the pool set comes with a ladder, the ladder requires a crosshead screwdriver or an
adjustable wrench ( not included ) to assemble.
• Locate your pool with a minimum of 122cm (4 feet)space on all sides so that a child can not use an object to climb into the pool. Do not set up
directly under overhead power lines or trees and be sure the location does not contain underground utility pipes, lines or cables of any kind.
• It is essential the pool is set up on solid, level ground. If the pool is set up on uneven ground it can cause collapse of the pool and flooding, causing
serious personal injury and/or damage to personal property. Setting up on uneven ground will void the warranty and service claims.
• Sand should not be used to create a level base, the ground should be dug out if necessary.
• Do not set pool up on driveways, decks, platforms, gravel or asphalt. Ground should be firm enough to withstand the pressure of the water; mud,
sand, soft / loose soil or tar are not suitable.
• The ground must be cleared of all objects and debris including stones and twigs.
NOTE: lawn or other vegetation under the pool will die and may cause odors and slime, therefore we recommend removing all grass from where the
pool will be located. Avoid locating your pool over or beside areas prone to aggressive plant and weed species as they may grow through the ground
cloth or liner.
• We highly recommend that once the pool is unfolded on the ground cloth to let it sit exposed to direct sunlight for 1 hour or more so that the pool is
more flexible during set up.
• If purchased with a pump, the pump should be installed after pool is fully assembled. Remember to locate the intake and return outlets towards the
outside power source.
NOTE: If you bought a filter pump, this element has a separate manual instructions. Please open its relative box for details.
• If you bought a separate ladder for your pool, make sure it matches the pool size.
• Regularly check to make sure the ladder is properly assembled.
NOTE: The ladder is only to be used for entering and exiting the pool.
Installation
Assembly usually takes approximately 10 minutes.
Note: It is important to assemble pool in the order shown below.
1. If pool was purchased with a ground cloth, spread carefully at the desired location. Ensure the pool is located within distance of a 220-240volt AC
outlet protected by a RCD (Residual Current Device).
2. Spread out the pool and make sure the pool is right side up, let it sit exposed to direct sunlight for 1 hour or more so that the pool is more flexible
during set up.
3. Turn the pool so the drain valve is near the area where your plan to drain the water and pump valves are facing the RCD outlet.
ATTENTION: Do not drag the pool on the ground in order to avoid puncturing from sharp objects. Bestway Inflatables will not be responsible for
damage caused to the pool due to mishandling or failure to follow these instructions.
NOTE: The base or bottom of the pool should be laid out properly (flat without wrinkles).
For 549cm x 122cm (18' x 48"), 549cm x132cm (18' x 52") pools, please refer to the connection valve installation on following page.
4. Insert the blue stopper plug into the inlet and outlet on the wall of the pool from the inside of the pool.
5. Inflate the top ring of the pool with an air pump (not included). Ensure the safety valve is closed securely after inflation.
ATTENTION: Do not use high pressure air hose or over inflate the top ring, it should be slightly stiff to the touch.
NOTE: Hot temperatures cause air to expand the ring and may cause damage. Leave some room for expansion. Please see FAQ's for additional
information.
6. Ensure drain valve is firmly closed.
7. Put 1" to 2" water in the pool to cover the floor. Once pool floor is slightly covered, gently smooth out all wrinkles. Start in the center of the pool and
work your way clockwise to the outside.
Connection Valve Assembly
For 549cm x 122cm (18' x 48"), 549cm x132cm (18' x 52") pool model
1. Screw the Debris Screen (P6168) onto the Connector (P6167). (See Fig.2)
2. From inside the pool, insert this assembled Unit to the pool's inlet A and outlet B. (See Fig.3)
NOTE: Ensure the Gasket (P6166) is properly in place on the assembled Unit inside of the pool liner.
3. From outside of the pool, tighten the Connector Nut (P6165) onto the assembled Unit by the Wrench
(P6169). (See Fig.4).
4. Hand-tighten the Control Valve (P6162) to the assembled Unit. (See Fig.5)
NOTE: Check that both the Control Valve Gasket (P6164) and O-ring (P6163) are correctly positioned on
the Control Valve.
5. Refer to the pool manual for the rest of the pool installation.
OPERATION NOTE: Use the control screw on top of the Control Valve to open and close the Valve.
(See Fig.6)
6. Make sure the valve is closed.
Fig. 2
Pool Outside
Pool Outside
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Gasket
Gasket
Pool Outside
Pool Outside
Fig. 5
Pool Outside
Pool Outside
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Fig. 1
Fig. 6
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