4. ATTACH VELCRO HOOK TO ALUMINUM TUBE
(Refer to Step #6)
1. Place the velcro end of the strap over the tube.
2. Standing behind the tube, pull the strap taut and align as
straight as possible between the cover plate and the tube.
3. Remove adhesive backing from the velcro tab and place it
rmly into position at the top of the tube. Tube must be dry and
free from grease or dirt.
4. Repeat procedure for each strap keeping the velcro adhesive
tape in a line along the top of the tube.
5. Use the buckles to adjust each strap so all straps provide
equal tension on the solar cover when rolling the solar cover onto
the reel.
STEP #6
4) Test Run
Plug the power supply into a GFI equipped receptacle. With the cross tubes attached, test run the system. (See
the OPERATION Section for instructions.) Ensure the cross tube is securely attached to the Pool Boy® hubs and
that it runs smoothly without wobble.
5) Install the covers for the drive and idler stands
Install the drive stand cover. Make sure the motor harness is routed through the slot in the side of the cover. If the
idler stand cover was removed, reinstall it at this time.
6) Attach the solar blanket
Attach the solar blanket onto the cross tube in the manner prescribed by the blanket/blanket strap manufacturer.
Consult your solar blanket retailer for details. The blanket can wind onto the cross tube either direction.
The tether kit attaches to the leading edge of the solar cover, opposite the end that wraps onto the cross tube. The
tether kit is used to guide the cover during extension and retraction.
1.
Carefully wrap the edge of the cover around the rods (2) 5ft
pieces. Ensure the wrap is even and square to
the leading edge and center of the cover.
2.
Install the supplied (6) clips as shown in the following diagram. Bolt through the cover material, a hole will
need to be made thru the blanket. Install clamps evenly, approximately one every two feet.
3.
Snap the guide rope harness to the clamps as shown.
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Safety Items prior to operation
Visually inspect the pool prior to retracting or extending the solar blanket. Ensure that the pool is clear of
occupants and that no items will conflict with the solar blanket.
When not in use, store the remote control and system key in a secure location in order to prevent
unauthorized operation.
Safety Features
The POOL BOY® powered solar blanket reel has operational safety features integrated into a keyed
power switch and a locking remote control that are designed to prevent unauthorized operation.
Key Switch: The unit can only be unlocked for operation by turning the key switch on the power supply
box. Once the key is rotated clockwise to the ON position and released, the system is unlocked for a
period of 5 minutes. If this period of 5 minutes elapses, without remote control activation, the system will
lock. To continue operation, the key switch will need to be turned again to the ON position. Rotating the
key switch counter clockwise to the OFF position disconnects power and prevents operation.
Remote Control: The key fob style remote control is used to extend and retract the solar blanket. This
remote control is activated for use only after both buttons (EXT / RET) are depressed simultaneously and
held for 2 seconds. Once activated, the remote control has a built in 5 minute timer during which time,
operation is possible. After five minutes elapses, the remote will deactivate and operation will cease. To
continue operation, the remote must be activated again.
Please note: The remote control and the key switch are controlled by separate timers. Both need to be
active to allow system operation.
Operation
1)
Ensure the pool is unoccupied and that it is safe to operate the solar blanket reel.
2)
Unlock the system by inserting the key into the power supply and turning clockwise to the ON
position and release. Note: Unlocking the system with the key switch starts a 5-minute timer for
system operation.
OPERATION
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