Instructions / Assembly

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IN-POOL STEPS

MODELS: IN-24 & IN-32

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: Read all instructions carefully & completely

to become familiar with parts, assembly, safety and proper use of this

product. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious

personal injury. DO NOT DEVIATE FROM THESE INSTRUCTIONS

TOOLS REQUIRED: 7/16" socket or nut driver, measuring tape, Phillips

(star) screwdriver, utility / trimming knife or hand saw (you may need a

5/16" & 1/4" drill bits & drill)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & PROPER USE

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These pool step systems have a 300 lb load capacity - one person - when properly installed

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The steps are designed and intended for use with an above ground pool only (flat bottom)

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Your above ground pool has shallow water - absolutely NO DIVING or NO JUMPING into the pool

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The steps conform to the latest revisions of the APSP & ANSI recommended standards for above

ground/on ground swimming pool steps (when properly assembled & installed as per manufacturer’s recommendations)

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For entry & exit of the pool face steps at all times. Use extended handrails at all times for additional safety

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These step systems are designed for use by one person at all times

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Ensure the bottom of the side support stringers are free of debris & any possible sharp edges as not to damage the pool

liner. Use of a ladder or step pad (sold separately) is highly recommended for extra protection & life of the pool liner

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Locate pool steps on a solid / flat base within the pool. These steps are NOT to be used with “dished” bottom pools

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Secure step system to deck surface using BOTH sets of flanges included (front & rear) for stability and safety

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Keep handrails and treads free from obstructions to avoid possible injury. Do not secure any items to the pool entry steps.

Such objects (eg. thermometers, play toys, ropes) may create a potential for tripping or entrapment & injury can occur

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NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO SWIM UNATTENDED - Nothing replaces parental supervision at all times

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Assemble and install this pool step system as per the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not deviate from these instructions

as serious personal injury or drowning may occur - PLEASE ALWAYS SWIM SAFELY & RESPONSIBLY !

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Please review all instructions for proper use and safety with all individuals using these pool steps to prevent injury

Step 1: IDENTIFY PARTS

Stringers - 2 pcs - 1 Left & 1 Right

Rear Deck

Flanges - 2 pcs

Front Deck

Flanges - 2 pcs

Upper Handrails - 4 pcs

2 Left & 2 Right

Lower Handrails - 2 pcs

1 Left & 1 Right

32" Tread-Riser - 1 pc

( with light hole)

32" Tread-Riser - 2 pcs

( without light hole)

32" Half Bottom Riser - 1 pc

32" Half Top Tread - 1 pc

TREAD - RISERS FOR 32" POOL STEPS

24" Tread-Riser - 2 pcs

( without light hole)

24" Half Btm Riser - 1 pc

24" Half Top Tread - 1 pc

24" Tread-Riser - 1 pc

( with light hole)

TREAD - RISERS FOR 24" POOL STEPS

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Summary of content (4 pages)

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IN-POOL STEPS MODELS: IN-24 & IN-32 IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: Read all instructions carefully & completely to become familiar with parts, assembly, safety and proper use of this product. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
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Step 2: IDENTIFY HARDWARE 3/4" Hex Nuts 16 pcs 1-1/8" Washers 32 pcs # 10 x 1" Screws - 16 pcs 1/4 x 1-1/8" Bolts - 6 pcs 1/4 x 3/4" Bolts - 10 pcs 3.1 Step 3: FIT TREADS & RISERS INTO STRINGERS Each of the tread riser parts is hollow and contains air. When manufactured, the tread risers have small holes pierced in them so when the fully assembled step is placed within the pool the air can escape and the internal cavities will fill with water.
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.6 5 3.8 3.9 3.10 4 1 3 2 1 Identify one of the half bottom riser parts. With the warning signs facing out, away from the steps, fit the bottom riser into the indentation of the stringer at POSITION 1 (see Detail 3.6 & 3.8). Press the bottom riser into the stringer until the button lock knob on the end protrudes through the hole and locks the part in place (see Detail 3.10). Identify one of the half top tread parts.
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Step 5: ASSEMBLE UPPER HANDRAILS 5.3 5.4 LEFT RIGHT Identify the upper RIGHT (R) & LEFT (L) handrails (small stamp in parts - see Detail 5.1 & 5.2). Fit handrail pair together as shown in Detail 5.3-5.5 aligning bolt holes at top. Secure using 1-1/8" bolts, washers both sides and nuts. Tighten hardware. Repeat for both sets of upper handrails. Slide front deck flanges over upper handrails before fitting handrails into assembled step (see Detail 5.6 & 5.7).