Attach Staircase/Platform Assembly To Pool
Frame
Due to differences in deck construction, fasteners for
securing the platform to your deck are not provided.
However, it is recommended that you use 1/4” diameter
bolts, washers, and nuts for the best results. Lag bolts or
wood screws ARE NOT recommended as they tend to strip
out and loosen over time.
48” Pools only - See Fig. 5B: Fasten the platform spacer to
the pool frame using 1/4” bolts, washers, and nuts (not
provided). Use #14 x 3-1/2” screws with washers when
fastening to the vertical end cap. Move the staircase
assembly back into position and reassemble the platform to
the platform spacer using four (4) 1/4 x 2-1/8” long screws
and washers at the central locations. Drill four (4) 1/8” dia.
holes at the four corner locations and install four (4) #12 x
2-1/2” screws
52” Pools only - See Fig. 5A: Move the staircase assembly
into position and fasten the platform to the pool frame using
1/4” bolts, washers, and nuts (not provided). Use #14 x 3-
1/2” screws with washers when fastening to the vertical end
cap.
Attach Riser Tubes to Platform & Handrails
See Fig. 5A or 5B
With the risers at the correct height and aligned with
handrails ends, drill a 5/32” hole through the bottom of the
each riser tube (1 side only) using the predrilled holes in the
platform sockets as guides. Secure each riser tube to its
socket using one (1) #10 x 1-1/2” screw. Push the handrail
ends over the connector elbows and secure them using #8 x
1/2” long screws.
Attach Platform Facing to Platform
48” Tall Pools Only - See Fig. 5B
Fasten the platform facing to the platform using three (3) 1/4”
screws and washers.
REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
Contact your local dealer for original replacement parts. Retain
this owner’s guide for reference when ordering parts or making
a warranty claim.
Periodically inspect the Stair Entry System to detect loose or
missing hardware. Tighten all loose screws and always replace
any that are missing.
CLEANING
Clean your Stair Entry System with mild detergent and water
only. NEVER USE SOLVENTS OR ABRASIVE
CLEANERS TO CLEAN THE STAIR ENTRY SYSTEM.
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