The document describes the Coverstar automatic safety pool cover, an installation guide for a device designed to cover swimming pools for safety and maintenance.
Function Description
The Coverstar automatic safety pool cover is a system that automatically covers and uncovers a swimming pool. Its primary functions include:
- Safety: Providing a barrier to prevent accidental falls into the pool, thereby enhancing safety for people and pets.
- Maintenance: Protecting the pool from debris, reducing evaporation, and helping to maintain water temperature and chemical balance.
- Automation: Utilizing a hydraulic or electric motor system to operate the cover, offering convenience and ease of use.
The system consists of several key components:
- Cover: A vinyl composite fabric that covers the pool area. It is designed to be robust and durable.
- Mechanism: A pulley system, gears, and rope wind and unwind reels, driven by a hydraulic or electric motor, responsible for moving the cover.
- Tracks: These guide the cover as it opens and closes. There are different types, including encapsulated tracks (embedded in the pool wall), top tracks (mounted on the surface of the deck), and flush tracks (recessed in the deck).
- Power Pack and Key Switch: The power pack provides the necessary hydraulic or electrical power to operate the mechanism, controlled by a key switch for safety and operation.
- Lid: Covers the mechanism pit, which can be made of aluminum or other materials, and may include heavy-duty trays for decking.
Important Technical Specifications
The manual provides details on various technical aspects and dimensions for installation:
Track Types and Dimensions:
- Encapsulated Track: Embedded in the pool wall.
- Encapsulated track for concrete tile pools.
- Encapsulated track for liner pools.
- Encapsulated track for fibre-glass pools.
- Pit Dimensions for Encapsulated Track:
- For pools up to 40 feet requiring an internal pit size of 14" x 14" (355 mm x 355 mm).
- For pools up to 50 feet requiring an internal pit size of 15" x 15" (380 mm x 380 mm).
- For pools up to 60 feet requiring an internal pit size of 16" x 16" (400 mm x 400 mm).
- The top of the dividing wall must be flat and level, 20 mm below the pool wall. For hidden lead edge, this dimension should be 30 mm.
- Top Track: Mounted on the surface of the deck.
- Flush Track: Recessed in the deck.
- White plastic C channel.
- Recessed track.
- Requires a recess channel for the flush track to be in place during pre-installation.
Mechanism Components:
- Key Switch: Used to control opening and closing.
- Hydraulic Power Pack: Provides hydraulic fluid from power pack to the hydraulic motor. Must be positioned in a location protected from extreme temperatures, dust, water, condensation, and moisture.
- Hydraulic Hoses: Carry hydraulic fluid from the power pack to the hydraulic motor.
- Hydraulic Motor: Part of the mechanism drive-end assembly.
- Pulley System: Gears, rope wind and unwind reels.
- Roller: For the cover. Note the direction of cover winding indicated on the roller.
- Lid Support Brackets: Used to support the lid covering the roller pit. The amount and installation pitch of the brackets depends on the lid type.
- Coping: Pool edging. This can be stone or decking type.
- Inner Guide: Inserts into the encapsulated track and provides the channel for the ropes and cover sliders.
- Spacer: Inserts between the encapsulated track and inner guide to hold the inner guide in place.
- Track Pulley: Used to return the rope inside the inner guide. Fitted to the end of each inner track.
- Lead Edge Bar: Attached to the front of the cover fabric.
- Cover: Vinyl composite that covers the pool area.
Pit Lid Installation:
- Pit Bracket Installation for Trays or Decking:
- CTA2061RL brackets: For 14" trays, two board wide decking or the (non-walk on) aluminium lid. Depending on the pit topping to be used, the centres of the brackets can be 600mm (for trays) or 400mm (for decking).
- CTA1932 brackets plus CTA2376 or CTA2365 extensions: For 24" trays and three board wide decking. Depending on the pit topping to be used, the width of the centres of the brackets can be 600mm (for trays) or 400mm (for decking).
- Aluminium Lid Installation: Refers to specific manuals for "Top guide flat lid assembly & install instructions" and "Under guide flat lid assembly & install instructions."
Regulatory Compliance:
- Certificate of Conformity: Meets safety requirements of NF P 90-308 (December 2013) for protective elements for in-ground, barrier-free, private or collective use swimming pools.
- CE Mark: Conforms to Communauté Européenne (CE) standards.
- UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA): Indicates compliance with UK regulations.
- WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment): Indicates compliance with regulations for waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Usage Features
The Coverstar automatic safety pool cover offers several usage features that enhance convenience and safety:
- Automated Operation: The cover can be opened and closed automatically using a key switch, eliminating the need for manual effort.
- Safety Lockout: The key switch must be positioned so that both ends of the pool are visible when operating the cover, ensuring the operator can monitor the entire pool area during movement.
- Various Track Options: Different track types (encapsulated, top, flush) allow for integration with various pool designs and deck finishes, providing aesthetic flexibility.
- Durable Cover Material: The vinyl composite cover is designed to withstand environmental elements and provide long-lasting protection.
- Easy Rope Adjustment: The system allows for adjustment of rope tension to ensure smooth operation and prevent fraying.
- Submersible Pump Integration: The system can include a submersible pump to remove excess water from the cover, preventing water accumulation and potential damage. This pump is typically plugged into an outdoor waterproof socket with a residual current device (RCD).
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for the longevity and proper functioning of the Coverstar automatic safety pool cover. The manual outlines several maintenance-related instructions and troubleshooting tips:
General Maintenance:
- Cleaning: The installation area should be clean and tidy after completion. The mechanism pit should be clean and free of debris.
- Lubrication: Regular lubrication of moving parts is recommended to ensure smooth operation.
- Water Removal: The submersible pump should be used and maintained according to instructions to remove excess water from the cover.
- Cover Cleaning: The cover should be washed with a mild hand-dishwashing liquid every three to six months to remove accumulation of chlorine and dirt.
- Professional Servicing: The Coverstar cover should be serviced annually by a qualified technician.
Troubleshooting:
The manual provides detailed troubleshooting guides for common issues:
Track Issues:
- All tracks ends are filed.
- The track space measurement matches the ordered cover system.
- The cover smoothly moves through the track joints.
- All track screws are tight and flush.
- Pulleys are flush against the end of the track.
- The feed guides are snug against the track.
- The feed guides are bolted in and tight.
- Alignment pins and insert splices are used when joining the tracks, even in encapsulation.
- The roller is either centred in the pit or positioned slightly more towards the front of the pit.
- The cover is unlikely to rub on the lid brackets.
- The mechanism system is mounted at a right-angle to the track.
- The ropes come back straight out of the track.
- An excessive angle causes wear on the cover guides at the end of the track.
- The ropes do not rub on any brackets or the lid.
- The ropes are run correctly.
- The cover pit has adequate drainage.
Mechanism Issues:
- The mechanism is installed level in the cover pit.
- The roller is level.
- The roller is centred between the tracks.
- The roller is at the correct height.
Cover Issues:
- Track length for the motor and non-motor side are the same.
- Track width at the mechanism end, centre, and shallow end of the pool is the same.
- Distance from the end of the track to the centre of the roller for the motor and non-motor ends is the same.
- Distance from the bottom of the track to the top pulley on both sides is correct.
- Distance from the inside of the track to the edge of the pit is correct.
- Does the cover start out evenly?
- Does each rope have equal tension as the cover goes out?
- Does the cover have enough clearance on all sides?
- Are the sliders binding?
- Is the track clear of sand, mud, and other obstacles?
- Are all pulleys operating properly?
- Is the track bent?
- Is the cover rolling up on the take-up roller?
- Is the cover folding under as the cover rolls up?
- When pulling the cover by hand, is one side harder to pull than the other?
- Is the slider tilted at an angle and causing binding?
- Is the cover attached to the roller square?
- Do the lead edge inserts move in and out freely the complete length of the pool?
- Is the leading edge too long and making the inserts bind?
Cover Lid and Miscellaneous Issues:
- All sharp edges have been removed.
- All areas where the lid is not flat on the deck have been screwed down to eliminate any potential trip hazards.
- There is enough clearance between the brackets and the cover to avoid rubbing.
- The key switch operator has full view of pool when operating the cover.
- The cover pump is tested while being submerged in water.
- The pool area is clear of all debris.
Specific Problem/Solution Examples:
- Cover does not move forward or reverse: Water on the cover (pump water from cover), cover adheres to the deck (lift cover and billow air under cover).
- Water leaks onto the cover: Cover caught on a sharp object (remove sharp object and use patch kit for repairs), abrasion pinhole (use patch kit for repairs).
- Cover retracts out of square: Rope lengths are not the same (re-pin rope on reel to make sure rope excess around reels is same on both sides), uneven drag on cover as it opens (tighten rope reel brakes slightly, without over-tightening).
- Cover runs under stress: Excessive friction during operation (clean guides and all turning parts with a hose), cover adheres to deck (lift cover and billow air under cover), debris in cover pit (clean cover pit of debris), low water level (raise water level to mid-tile or replace cover), loose brake (loosen brake).
This comprehensive guide ensures that installers and owners can effectively manage the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Coverstar automatic safety pool cover for optimal performance and safety.
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