Automatic Pool Cover Builders Guide for Gunite Pools (Specialized)

Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Maryland Branch
1704 Back Acre Circle
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Office: 800-870-3329
Fax: 301-829-6866
Pennsylvania Branch
207 Crothers Road
Rising Sun, Maryland 21911
Office: 866-801-7538
Fax: 410-658-7632
Connecticut Branch
196 East Main Street.
Thomaston, CT 06787
Office: 866-746-8444
Fax: 866-799-4911
Automatic Pool Cover Builders Guide
for Gunite Pools (Specialized)
Gunite Table of Contents (Specialized)
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Auto Cover Installation Process Flowchart
Underguide Specs – Condensed
Underguide Gunite Encapsulation
110 V AC Wiring Diagram
CS-1800 Hydraulic Specifications
Underguide Gunite Specs – Condensed 220 V Hydraulic
Concrete Cover Box Top View
Coping Overhang Detail
Coping Overhang Detail – Gunite Encapsulated Guide
Box Detail Aluminum Lid with Pavers
Concrete Box Detail Stone Lid with Poured Deck
Walk-on Lid Details
Mirrored Walk-on Lid Details
Stone Lid Installation Policy
Stone Lid Brackets Steel Detail
Stainless Steel Brackets Detail
Concrete Cover Box with Brick Tray and Pavers
Concrete Box Detail – Hidden Leading Edge
Stone Lid Layout for Hidden Leading Edge
Pool in Pool with Hidden Leading Edge
Raised Wall Detail for Cover Housing
Raised Side Spa Detail
Vanishing Edge Top guide Detail
Pool and Product Specifications for Vanishing Edge
Negative Edge Detail Non-Motor End
Negative Edge Option 1
Vanishing Edge on Mechanism End
Extreme Cantilever
Forming Extreme Cantilever
Concrete Cover Box Detail for CS300 Auto-Spa
Cover Box Detail with Stone Lid and Poured Deck Auto-Spa
3-Wire Motor with Circuit and Feature Board
Motorized Cover Winter Use Policy
Slack in Automatic Pool Covers
Warranty Summary
UL and ASTM Standard
Motorized Cover Installation Readiness Checklist
COVERSTAR AUTO COVER INSTALLATION PROCESS
CONCRETE POOLS
•
•
BUILDER
NOTIFY CSEC
OF JOB.
(USE ORDER
INFO. FORM)
GENERAL NOTES:
CSEC = COVERSTAR EAST COAST, INC.
NOTIFY CSEC: NOTIFY AREA COORDINATOR PREFERRABLY BY EMAIL.
BUILDER
NOTIFY CSEC
TO INSTALL
ENCAPS. &
PRESITE
BUILDER RESPONSIBILTY
CSEC RESPONSIBILTY
YES
CSEC
SCHEDULE
REMOVE FORM
BUILDER
PROVIDE CSEC
DEPOSIT &
CONTRACT
BUILDER
DIG
POOL
BUILDER
SET TILE
NO
TILE & COPING NOTES:
• BOTH TILE & COPING
NEED TO BE DONE TO
PRESITE POOL.
•
•
DIG NOTES:
EXCAVATE AREA FOR BOX.
DIG AREA FOR DRAIN W/PROPER
ELEVATION
NOTIFY
CSEC POOL
HAS BEEN
SHOT
CSEC
SCHEDULE SET
FORM OR POLY
BOX
BUILDER
SET STEEL
BULDER
INSTALL
PLUMBING &
ELECTRICAL
CSEC
SCHEDULE PRESITE
CSEC
ORDER COVER
•
PLUMBING NOTES:
INSTALL COVER BOX DRAIN
TO OPEN AIR.
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CSEC
ORDER COVER
BUILDER
SET COPING
BUILDER
PLASTER & FILL
POLL W/WATER
BUILDER
SET COPING
BUILDER
NOTIFY
CSEC TILE &
COPING IS
DONE
BUILDER
SHOOT
POOL
BUILDER
NOTIFY
CSEC POOL
HAS BEEN
DUG
IS POOL GETTING
ENCAPSILATION?
CSEC
SCHEDULE PHASE
1 INSTALLATION
& PRESITE
BUILDER
PLASTER & FILL
POOL w/WATER
BUILDER
NOTIFY CSEC
POOL IS
READY FOR
COVER
CSEC
SCHEDULE TO
INSTALL COVER
BUILDER
NOTIFY CSEC
POOL IS
READY FOR
COVER
ECLIPSE™ UNDERGUIDE – GUNITE ENCAPSULATION
110VAC Model Only
A
Square Corners
Maximum of ¾”
cantilever both
sides.
3/4” (max.)
½”
Mortar Bed
Encapsulation
B
General Requirements
1. Pool must be a true rectangle. (ABCD AB=CD, AC=BD, AD=BC
2. Mechanism end bond beam and any interior walls 2 inches lower.
3. Deck around perimeter of pool must have 3/4 inch maximum cantilever.
4. One 3 inch drain from housing required. Adequate housing drainage required.
Excavation
1. Layout must be pure rectangle and corners must be cut square.
2. Skimmers may be either side or on end opposite the mechanism.
3. Dig housing area shelf 18” below top of side wall bond beams.
4. Shallow end dig is best with housing at deep end. (Less foot traffic).
Cover Housing
1. Install after excavation and before steel.
2. Interior bottom of housing is 14” below side bond beam elevation.
3. Stake housing in place. Housing must not be moved after installation.
4. Motor end offset is 36” and non-motor end offset is 12” from inside water wall.
5. Housing is 14” wide and 14” deeper than side wall bond beam elevation for pools up to 55’ long. For longer
pools contact your Coverstar distributor.
Steel
1. All corners are square.
2. Steel the housing end bond beam and any interior spa walls 2 inches lower.
Plumbing
1. Plumbing should be kept 16 inches lower than side wall elevation in housing area.
2. 3 inch drain required at motor end of housing. Non-motor end drain is optional but best. Avoid placing
plumbing pipes under housing. Place drains tight to edge of box.
Electrical
1. #8 solid bond wire with 3’ tail on each end of box. Wire must be bonded to equipment pad.
2. Full load motor amps 8.5, 110 VAC. Use adequate wire size. Follow all required codes.
3. Wire to housing should end in all-weather box. Standard system requires all wires to be sized for motor
rating. Key switch carries full motor amperage.
4. Key switch requires a standard box. It must be located where 100% of pool surface is visible.
Gunite
1. Pool must be a true rectangle. AB=CD, AC=BD, and AD=BC
2. Mechanism end bond beam is lowered 2 inches between side wall bond beams.
3. Interior spa walls lowered 2 inches.
4. All corners cut square.
Cantilevered Edge
1. Cantilevered edge must finish no more than 3/4 inches after tile on both long sides.
Tile
1. Tile top of lowered bond beam. Tile should finish 1 1/2 inches below the underside of the deck edge and slope ½ inch
toward pool.
2. Interior spa walls must finish 2 inches below bottom of cantilevered edge with no rough edges.
Cover Installation
1. Cover must be installed after water is in the pool.
2. In no case may cover be left over the pool without water level in pool at final elevation.
Tile
36”
3” Drain
12”
Lowered Bond Beam
C
Minimum of 2” lower than side bond beam
D
Standard inside housing for pools up to 55’ long
14” Wide
14” Deep (from side bond beam elevation)
Bond Wire
Motor Location
Electrical: Units require ½“
single gang all-weather box
3” Drain
Non-Motor End
X
Note: To determine motor side for ordering, stand at the “x” looking the direction of the
arrow. Which side is the motor on? (Left hand motor shown)
110V. WIRING DIAGRAM
FOR 3 WIRE MOTOR USING LEVITON SWITCH
NOTES:
POWER
SUPPLY
110VAC
15AMPGFCI
TROUBLE SHOOTING TIPS
* The control switch is
mounted in a standard depth
single gang box.
COVERSTAR
3 WIRE
MOTOR
* Motor connections are
made in an all-weather box
mounted as high as possible
in the cover box.
(NEUTRAL, 2 DIRECTIONALS,
AND GROUND)
* The control switch must
be mounted in a location
where 100% of the pool
surface is visible.
L1
WHITE
RED
BLUE
BLUE
CONTROL SWITCH
STANDARD ALL-WEATHER BOX*
NOTES:
( THEN CHECK THE FOLLOWING)
* Disconnect wires from the switch
and test for continuity, you should
have continuity between L1 and
A1 when you toggle the switch in
one direction and between L1 and
A2 in the other direction. (Do not
attempt to run this test with wires
connected to the switch, you will
get false readings.)
Conduit boxes & wiring
supplied by electrician
A1
B1
* If the indicator light comes on in
one direction but not the other, the
problem is probably a connection
either at the switch or in the
junction box in the cover box.
* If the indicator light comes on in
both directions but the motor does
not run at all, check the neutral
wire and it’s connections.
= WIRE NUT
INDICATOR
LIGHT
(USING THE INDICATOR LIGHT
* If the indicator light does not
come on in either switch position,
check the power supply for 110 v.
ALL-WEATHER JUNCTION BOX*
*Supplied by electrician
* The HOT (black) wire from the power supply connects to the L1 terminal on the switch.
* The NEUTRAL (white) wire from the power supply connects to the indicator light and also passes
through to be connected at the motor conduit white wire.
* The remaining wire on the indicator light connects to a directional terminal on the switch (A1 or A2).
* Using a test cord, disconnect wires
in the all weather box and connect
the neutral wire to the white motor
wire and connect the hot wire to
the red motor wire. The motor
should run. Then switch the hot
wire over to the blue motor wire.
The motor should run in the other
direction.
If the motor runs in both directions
using this method, the trouble is
in the components or wiring leading
up to that point in the system. If the
motor still does not run properly, you
may need to investigate the
capacitor inside the control box
mounted on top of the motor.
* The Red and Blue wires from the motor connect to the directional terminals on the switch.
(A1 and A2) The red and blue wires may be switched with each other to change the motor direction.
* The motor requires 8.5 amps and all wiring from the power supply to the motor must be si zed accordingly.
* Use a 15amp GFCI breaker at the panel.
* The motor capacitor is located inside the motor control compartment on top of the motor.
REV. 4/03/2007
Coverstar Inc. 533 S. 500 W. Provo Ut. 84601
L0702
CS1800 HYDRAULIC SPECIFICATIONS
The hydraulic system setup and installation is basically the same as the electric except for
a few differences noted below.
COVER BOX DIMENSIONS: The box will be the same size (12” x 12” up to 42 ‘. 32”
motor end and 10” non-motor end), except that the motor end can be reduced to 28”
instead of 32”
CHASE: For recessed installations, a chase should be provided for the hydraulic hoses.
This should be a minimum diameter of 2 inches, 3” preferable. The length can be any
length that is necessary, as the power pack looses a very small amount of power over
lengths of up to 250 feet. However, it is recommended that the chase be kept as short as
possible because of problems in pulling the hoses and replacement costs in the event that
the hose needs to be replaced. The most important aspect of installing the chase is to
avoid any sharp bends.
PAD FOR POWER PACK: 26" long x 10" wide x 10" high (Never place in box with
mechanism)
ELECTRICAL: We offer both 110 and 220 volt power packs, however we strongly
recommend that 220 be used. See wiring diagrams for complete information. A 220 volt
installation is rated at 14 amps, 110 volts draws 28 amps.
INSTALLATION: The mechanism is exactly the same as the electric motor except that
there is no torque limiter; therefore, the installation is the same. See the hydraulic
installation instructions for complete instructions as to how to set up the power pack and
make the necessary adjustments to the power pack.
LIMIT SWITCHES: Normally limit switches are not necessary as the bypass valves
can be set to act as limit switches. However, in some cases, it may be desirable to install
optional electric limit switches to act as a back-up shutoff system. This is especially true
where the cover is exceptionally large or is operating under a lot of stress because of deck
drag. If untrained people will be operating the cover such as is the case with a
homeowner’s association, it is also recommended that limit switches be installed.
HYDRAULIC OIL: It is recommended that ISO 46 fluid or its equivalent be used. If
not available, Dextron III may be used.
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HYDRAULIC ONLY – 220V
A
Square Corners
2 ½ “ Finished flat
cantilever, both sides
and pool end
2 ½ “ Flat
Tile
B
General Requirements
1. Pool must be a true rectangle. (ABCD AB=CD, AC=BD, AD=BC
2. Gunite mechanism end bond beam and any interior walls 2 inches lower.
3. Deck around perimeter of pool must have 2 ½ inch minimum flat cantilever after tile.
4. One 3 inch drain from housing required. Adequate housing drainage required.
Excavation
1. Layout must be pure rectangle and corners must be cut square.
2. Skimmers may be either side or on end opposite the mechanism.
3. Dig housing area shelf 18” below top of side wall bond beams.
4. Shallow end dig is best with housing at deep end. (Less foot traffic).
Cover Housing
1. Install after excavation and before gunite.
2. Interior bottom of housing is 14” below side bond beam elevation.
3. Stake housing in place. Housing must not be moved after installation.
4. Motor end offset is 36” and non-motor end offset is 12” from inside water wall.
5. Housing is 14” wide and 14” deeper than side wall bond beam elevation for pools up to 55’ long. For longer pools contact
your Coverstar distributor.
Steel
1. All corners are square.
2. Steel the housing end bond beam and any interior spa walls 2 inches lower.
Plumbing
1. Plumbing should be kept 16 inches lower than side wall elevation in housing area.
2. 3 inch drain required at motor end of housing. Non-motor end drain is optional but best. Avoid placing
plumbing pipes under housing. Place drains tight to edge of box.
3. Run Minimum 2 ½ inch (3” best) chase (conduit) from cover box to power pack location for hoses. NO 90 degree bends.
Electrical
1. #8 solid bond wire with 3’ tail on each end of box. Wire must be bonded to equipment pad.
2. Full load motor amps 14, 220 V. Four wires required, 2 hot plus neutral and ground. Use adequate wire size. Follow all
required codes. See wiring diagram.
3. Power pack requires 12” by 30” mounting area on equipment pad. Power pack must be located on equipment room or
ordered with optional housing for protection from the elements.
4. Key switch requires a standard box. It must be located where 100% of pool surface is visible.
Gunite
1. Pool must be a true rectangle. AB=CD, AC=BD, and AD=BC
2. Mechanism end bond beam is lowered 2 inches between side wall bond beams.
3. Interior spa walls lowered 2 inches.
4. All corners cut square.
Cantilevered Edge
1. Cantilevered edge must finish 2 ½ inches FLAT after tile on 3 sides
2. Deck edge material must be hard enough to hold a screw and anchor without cracking deck edge. Type and sufficiency is
responsibility of deck contractor. Coverstar is not responsible for damage to deck edge from track mounting.
3. Continue cantilever over lowered bond beam to front (inside edge) of housing.
Tile
1. Tile top of lowered bond beam. Tile should be 2 inches below the underside of the deck edge and slope ½ inch toward
pool.
2. Interior spa walls must finish 2 inches below bottom of cantilevered edge with no rough edges.
Cover Installation
1. Cover must be installed after water is in the pool.
2. In no case may cover be left over the pool without water level in pool at final elevation.
30”
3” Drain
12”
Lowered Bond Beam
C
Minimum of 2” lower than side bond beam
D
Standard inside housing for pools up to 55’ long
14” Wide
14” Deep (from side bond beam elevation)
Bond Wire
Motor Location
2 ½ “ Chase to equipment pad
to run hydraulic hoses
3” Drain
Non-Motor End
X
Note: To determine motor side for ordering, stand at the “x” looking the direction of the
arrow. Which side is the motor on? (Left hand motor shown)
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Concrete Cover Box Detail - Top View
TO AIR
EXCAVATION
12”
DRAIN
12”
TO AIR
This CONCRETE wall must be straight and plumb, 12” thick
J-BOX
3
3
DRAIN
14” TYPICAL
2
36”
12”
1
2
ELECTRIC
6
12”
NOTES:
1. THIS BOX EXAMPLE SHOWS A MOTOR-LEFT, BUT THE MOTOR CAN BE ON
EITHER SIDE.
2. THE MOTOR-END OFFSET IS 36” (MINIMUM) FROM THE INSIDE EDGE OF POOL
WALL. THE NON-MOTOR SIDE OFFSET IS 12” (MIN) FROM THE INSIDE EDGE OF
THE POOL WALL.
3. DRAIN(S) MUST BE 3” (MIN), AND MUST DRAIN TO OPEN AIR.
4. BOX WALLS ARE TO BE 12” THICK TO SUPPORT STONE LID BRACKETS.
5. INSIDE BOX DIMENSIONS ARE 14” WIDE BY 14” DEEP FOR POOLS UP TO 55
FEET IN LENGTH. BOXES FOR POOLS OVER 55 FEET REQUIRE MORE SPACE.
MAKE INSIDE DIMENSIONS 16” WIDE BY 16” DEEP. BOX LENGTH REMAINS AS
INDICATED ABOVE.
6. 1/2” ELECTRICAL CONDUIT ENTRY SHOULD BE SET 3” BELOW THE TOP OF
THE COVER BOX ON THE MOTOR SIDE, WITH A JUNCTION BOX ANCHORED TO
THE WALL.
NOT TO SCALE
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing #210 - Rev. 01/31/11
SIDE BOND BEAM
SIDE BOND BEAM
LOWERED BOND BEAM - 2” CLEARENCE FROM BOTTOM OF COPING
COPING OVERHANG = 21/2”
(THE FLAT SURFACE ONLY)
2 .5”
2”
BOND BEAM CLEARENCE = 2” min.
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Coping Overhang Detail
DECKING
BULLNOSE
EXPANSION JOINT
MORTAR BED
COPING STONE
2-1/2”
MIN.
SOIL
WATER
SIDE BOND BEAM
TILE
PLASTER
NOT TO SCALE
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing # - Rev. 01/31/11
Page
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
EXPANSION JOINT
DECK
MORTAR BED
MAXIMUM OVERHANG ¾”
COPING STONE
½” MORTAR ON TOP OF ENCAPS
ENAPSULATED GUIDE
GUIDE LOCKING STRIP
MORTAR BED FOR LEVELING
THE ENCAPSULATED GUIDE
3” WIDE BEHIND THE TILE
BACKFILL
WATER
ENCAPSULATION INSTALLATION STEPS
FOR GUNITE POOLS
SIDE BOND WALL
1. AFTER POOL IS SHOT INSTALL TILE
TO LEVEL THE WALLS.
2. CREATE A MORTAR BED 3” WIDE LEVEL
WITH THE TOP OF THE TILE FOR THE
ENCAPSULTION TO REST ON.
3. INSTALL ENCAPSULATED GUIDE.
4. SET COPING IN ½” OF MORTAR ON TOP
OF THE ENCAPSULATION WITH NO MORE
THAN ¾” OF OVERHANG.
TILE
PLASTER
NOT TO SCALE
Coping Overhang Detail – Gunite Encapsulated Guide
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing #000 - Rev. 01/31/11
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Concrete Cover Box Detail – Alum Lid w/Pavers
NOTE: the first three pavers behind box
must be set in mortar over concrete
LEVEL SURFACES
COVER
GUIDE
MORTAR
ALUMINUM LID
COPING
PAVERS
LID
BRACKET
TILE
WATER
14”
CONCRETE
14”
LOWERED
BOND BEAM
SOIL
PLASTER
MINIMUM 3” DRAIN
NOT TO SCALE
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing #203 - Rev. 01/31/11
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Coverstar Concrete Box Detail Stone Lid with Poured Deck
LEVEL SURFACES
COVER
GUIDE
COPING
DECK MUST BE PLUMB
WITH INSIDE SURFACE
OF BOX
POURED DECK - TYPICALLY 3-1/2”
LID STONE
24 x 14 TYPICAL
TILE
LID
BRACKET
12”
WATER
2” LOWERED
BOND BEAM
(1/2” SLOPE)
14”
ANCHOR
BOLTS
14”
TOP OF CONCRETE LEVEL WITH
TOP OF SIDE BOND BEAM
BACKFILL
CONCRETE MUST BE
A MINIMUM OF 12” AT
BACK OF BOX
PLASTER
GUNITE / SHOTCRETE
END VIEW
NOT TO SCALE
MINIMUM 3” DRAIN REQUIRED
NO DRAIN, NO WARRANTY
Page
BOX SIZE CHART
Pool Length
Pool Width
0’ to 26’
0’ to 55’
0’ to 26’
55’’ to 75’
26’to 32’
0’ to 55’
26’ to 32’
55’ to 75’
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Box Size
14” by 14”
16” by 16”
16” by 16”
18” by 18”
Roll-Up Tube
6” standard
6” heavy duty
8” standard
8” heavy duty
Drawing #211 - Rev. 1/31/11
Coping Stone or Poured Concrete Stone Lid
THE DECK AREA SURROUNDING THE LID MUST BE FLAT AND LEVEL END TO END
NO BREAK IN THIS AREA (STONES SHOULD SPAN OVER TRACK)
DECK
AREA
LID STONES
Non-Motor
End
Motor End
TILED DAM WALL
SPECIFICATIONS:
THE DECK AREA SURROUNDING THE LID MUST BE FLAT AND COMPLETELY LEVEL END TO END.
DECK
AREA
COPING STONES OR POURED STONES SHOULD BE 14” WIDE, 24” LONG, AND 2” THICK (MINIMUM). THEY
MUST FILL THE ENCLOSURE AREA FROM END TO END, WITH APPROXIMATELY 1/8” GAP BETWEEN STONES.
STONES SHOULD BE APPROX. 1/4” NARROWER THAN THE ENCLOSURE WIDTH AT MOTOR END, AND NONMOTOR END (WHERE SURROUNDED BY DECK BOTH FRONT AND BACK). STONES MAY BE WIDER IN THE
OPEN AREA BETWEEN POOL WALLS.
WHEN POSSIBLE POURED STONES SHOULD BE 1/2” THINNER THAN POOL DECKING (NEVER THICKER) TO
LEAVE ROOM FOR THE LID BRACKETS. POURED STONES MUST BE FLAT AND SMOOTH, TOP AND BOTTOM.
(AN UP-CHARGE WILL APPLY IF STONES ARE TOO HEAVY FOR ONE PERSON TO MANAGE).
STONES MUST BE CUT OR POURED TO SIZE AND LAID OUT IN ORDER BEHIND THE COVER ENCLOSURE BY
THE DAY OF INSTALLATION IF COVERSTAR IS TO SET THEM. STONES SHOULD BE DOUBLE-CHECKED FOR
FIT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. COVERSTAR WILL INSTALL THE BTACKETS, SET THE STONES, AND LEVEL
THE LID, BUT CAN NOT ALTER THE STONES TO FIT.
LID BRACKETS ARE SET ON 24” CENTERS AND LID STONES ARE SET TO SPAN OR BRIDGE THE DISTANCE.
COVERSTAR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE STRENGTH OF INDIVIDUAL LID STONES. ADDITIONAL LID
BRACKETS CAN BE PROVIDED AT EXTRA COST TO SUPPORT SOFT STONES.
TOP VIEW
NOT TO SCALE
Walk-On Lid Detail
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing #6101701 - Rev. 1/31/11
DECK
EDGE
COPING
STONES
DECK
AREA
Coping Stone or Poured Concrete Stone Lid
THE DECK AREA SURROUNDING THE LID MUST BE FLAT AND LEVEL END TO END
NO BREAK IN THIS AREA (STONES SHOULD SPAN OVER TRACK)
DECK
AREA
LID STONES
Non-Motor
End
Motor End
TILED DAM WALL
SPECIFICATIONS:
THE DECK AREA SURROUNDING THE LID MUST BE FLAT AND COMPLETELY LEVEL END TO END.
DECK
AREA
COPING STONES OR POURED STONES SHOULD BE 14” WIDE, 24” LONG, AND 2” THICK (MINIMUM). THEY
MUST FILL THE ENCLOSURE AREA FROM END TO END, WITH APPROXIMATELY 1/8” GAP BETWEEN
STONES.
STONES SHOULD BE APPROX. 1/4” NARROWER THAN THE ENCLOSURE WIDTH AT MOTOR END, AND
NON-MOTOR END (WHERE SURROUNDED BY DECK BOTH FRONT AND BACK). STONES MAY BE WIDER IN
THE OPEN AREA BETWEEN POOL WALLS.
WHEN POSSIBLE POURED STONES SHOULD BE 1/2” THINNER THAN POOL DECKING (NEVER THICKER)
TO LEAVE ROOM FOR THE LID BRACKETS. POURED STONES MUST BE FLAT AND SMOOTH, TOP AND
BOTTOM. (AN UP-CHARGE WILL APPLY IF STONES ARE TOO HEAVY FOR ONE PERSON TO MANAGE).
STONES MUST BE CUT OR POURED TO SIZE AND LAID OUT IN ORDER BEHIND THE COVER ENCLOSURE
BY THE DAY OF INSTALLATION IF COVERSTAR IS TO SET THEM. STONES SHOULD BE DOUBLE-CHECKED
FOR FIT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. COVERSTAR WILL INSTALL THE BTACKETS, SET THE STONES, AND
LEVEL THE LID, BUT CAN NOT ALTER THE STONES TO FIT.
LID BRACKETS ARE SET ON 24” CENTERS AND LID STONES ARE SET TO SPAN OR BRIDGE THE
DISTANCE. COVERSTAR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE STRENGTH OF INDIVIDUAL LID STONES.
ADDITIONAL LID BRACKETS CAN BE PROVIDED AT EXTRA COST TO SUPPORT SOFT STONES.
TOP VIEW
NOT TO SCALE
Mirrored Walk-On Lid Detail
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing #6101702 - Rev. 00
DECK
EDGE
COPING
STONES
DECK
AREA
Coping Stone or Poured Concrete Stone Lid
THE DECK AREA SURROUNDING THE LID MUST BE FLAT AND LEVEL END TO END
NO BREAK IN THIS AREA (STONES SHOULD SPAN OVER TRACK)
DECK
AREA
LID STONES
Non-Motor
End
Motor End
TILED DAM WALL
SPECIFICATIONS:
THE DECK AREA SURROUNDING THE LID MUST BE FLAT AND COMPLETELY LEVEL END TO END.
DECK
AREA
COPING STONES OR POURED STONES SHOULD BE 14” WIDE, 24” LONG, AND 2” THICK (MINIMUM). THEY
MUST FILL THE ENCLOSURE AREA FROM END TO END, WITH APPROXIMATELY 1/8” GAP BETWEEN
STONES.
STONES SHOULD BE APPROX. 1/4” NARROWER THAN THE ENCLOSURE WIDTH AT MOTOR END, AND
NON-MOTOR END (WHERE SURROUNDED BY DECK BOTH FRONT AND BACK). STONES MAY BE WIDER IN
THE OPEN AREA BETWEEN POOL WALLS.
WHEN POSSIBLE POURED STONES SHOULD BE 1/2” THINNER THAN POOL DECKING (NEVER THICKER)
TO LEAVE ROOM FOR THE LID BRACKETS. POURED STONES MUST BE FLAT AND SMOOTH, TOP AND
BOTTOM. (AN UP-CHARGE WILL APPLY IF STONES ARE TOO HEAVY FOR ONE PERSON TO MANAGE).
STONES MUST BE CUT OR POURED TO SIZE AND LAID OUT IN ORDER BEHIND THE COVER ENCLOSURE
BY THE DAY OF INSTALLATION IF COVERSTAR IS TO SET THEM. STONES SHOULD BE DOUBLE-CHECKED
FOR FIT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. COVERSTAR WILL INSTALL THE BTACKETS, SET THE STONES, AND
LEVEL THE LID, BUT CAN NOT ALTER THE STONES TO FIT.
LID BRACKETS ARE SET ON 24” CENTERS AND LID STONES ARE SET TO SPAN OR BRIDGE THE
DISTANCE. COVERSTAR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE STRENGTH OF INDIVIDUAL LID STONES.
ADDITIONAL LID BRACKETS CAN BE PROVIDED AT EXTRA COST TO SUPPORT SOFT STONES.
TOP VIEW
NOT TO SCALE
Mirrored Walk-On Lid Detail
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing #6101702 - Rev. 00
DECK
EDGE
COPING
STONES
DECK
AREA
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
STONE LID INSTALLATION POLICY
1. Coverstar East Coast requires stones to be on site and adjacent to the box at the time of
installation. There will be an additional charge at our hourly rate if the stones are not
adjacent to the pool at the time of installation.
2. In the event that that stones are not present, we need the following information.
We, ________________, request the following action if the lid stones are not on site.
Pool Builder
Do NOT install the lid brackets.
NOTE: We will assume responsibility for the installation of the brackets or we
understand that an additional trip charge will apply to have Coverstar come to install
brackets.
Install stone lid brackets level with the underside of coping every ______ inches.
Notify us every time this situation occurs so we can offer further instruction to
Coverstar installer.
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CUSTOM SIZE
4.000
.875
11.000
.500
1.000
COVERSTAR
BOX SIZE CHART
Pool Length
Pool Width
0’ to 26’
0’ to 55’
0’ to 26’
55’ to 75’
26’ to 32’
0 to 55’
26’ to 32’
55’ to 75’
Box Size
14” by 14”
16” by 16”
16” by 16”
18” by 18”
NOTE: the first three rows of pavers/brick behind
box must be set in mortar over concrete
SCREW-ON UNDERGUIDE
½” MORTAR BASE
PAVERS/BRICK
IN MORTAR TRAY
TILE
PAVERS/BRICK
2”
LID
BRACKET
WATER
WEDGE ANCHOR
14”
BACKFILL
LOWERED
BOND BEAM
14”
CONCRETE
PLASTER
PAVERS/BRICK IN
MORTAR TRAY
BULLNOSE PAVER/BRICK DETAIL
MINIMUM 3” DRAIN
END VIEW
NOT TO SCALE
Concrete Box Detail – BRICK TRAY LID with PAVERS/BRICK, SCREW-ON UNDERGUIDE
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing #05060200 - Rev. 02-01-11
Roll Up Tube
6” standard
6” heavy duty
8” standard
8” heavy duty
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
BOX SIZE CHART
Pool Length
Pool Width
0’ to 26’
0’ to 55’
0’ to 26’
55’ to 75’
26’ to 32’
0’ to 55’
26’ to 32’
55’ to 75’
Box Size
14” by 14”
16” by 16”
16” by 16”
18” by 18”
Roll Up Tube
6” standard
6” heavy duty
8” standard
8” heavy duty
LE Bar
3”
3”
4”
4”
Skimmer Baskets
Set 3” Lower
Set 3” Lower
Set 5” Lower
Set 5” Lower
A
REINFORCED GALVANIZED
STEEL LID BRACKET
26” PRECAST LID STONES
COPING
SCREW-ON UNDERGUIDE
6” or 8”
8”
POURED DECK
BACKFILL
16”
WATER
14”
SECTION
A
TILE
BOND BEAM
(12” THICK)
COPING
LEADING
EDGE BAR
14”
PLASTER
SLIDER
UNDER
GUIDE
OR
TRACK
POOL
WALL
MINIMUM 3” DRAIN
END VIEW
NOT TO SCALE
Concrete Box Detail - Hidden Leading Edge
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
Drawing #000 - Rev. 2/01/11
CONCRETE MUST BE
A MINIMUM OF 8” AT
BACK OF BOX TO
SUPPORT EXTENDED
LID BRACKETS
COVERSTAR EAST COAST, INC.
1704 Back Acre Circle Mt. Airy MD 21771
800-870-3329 Fax 301-829-6686
STONE LID LAYOUT FOR HIDDEN LEADING EDGE
Bond Beam
Coping
Notched & Lowered
Bond Beam
24”
26”
Note:
Coping Stone
Stops here
Not here
(on both sides)
14”
1st Lid Stone
(14” x 24”)
2nd Lid Stone
(26” x 24”)
Cover Housing
Note: 2nd Lid Stone and Last Lid Stone do not
line up with inside (pool) edge of coping stone
Last Lid Stone
RAISED WALL DETAIL FOR COVER HOUSING
B
D
A
C
A.)
TRACK LOCATION MUST HAVE MINIMUM 2” CANTILEVER AND 1”
CLEARANCE FROM TOP OF END BONDBEAM TO BOTTOM OF
CANTILEVER
B.)
CAVITY DEPTH RECESSED INTO WALL SHOULD BE A MIN. OF 9” FROM
POOL WATER WALL
C.)
D.)
HOUSING WIDTH 14” STANDARD FOR COVERS 55’ OR LESS.
UNDER SIDE OR “CEILING” OF COVER HOUSING MUST BE SAME
ELEVATION AS FINISHED DECK HEIGHT.
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EXTREME CANTILEVER
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FORMING EXTREME CANTILEVER
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14”
14”
14”
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3 WIRE MOTOR WITH CIRCUIT & FEATURE BOARD
SINGLE GANG BOX
CIRCUIT BOARD WIRING
KEYSWITCH
BLUE
BLUE
FEATURE WIRING
POWER
SUPPLY
CONTACTOR
COIL
HOT
MOTOR
NEUTRAL
HOT
NEUTRAL
WHITE
BLACK
The wires indicated as
feature relay are intended
to interrupt the power
supply to a contactor used
to operate the feature.
GREEN
WHITE
YELLOW
BLACK
B D F
ACE
BLACK
WHITE
LIMITS
RED
BLUE
FEATURE
RELAY
BLACK
WHITE
GREEN
ALL-WEATHER BOX
1 - POWER IN (HOT) - BLACK
2 - POWER IN (NEUTRAL) - WHITE
3 - MOTOR NEUTRAL - YELLOW
4 - MOTOR DIRECTIONAL - BLUE
5 - MOTOR DIRECTIONAL - RED
A - KEYSWITCH DIRECTIONAL - BLUE
B - KEYSWITCH DIRECTIONAL - RED
C- KEYSWITCH COMMON - BLACK
D - LIMITS COMMON - BLACK
E - LIMIT - WHITE
F - LIMIT - YELLOW
RED
BLACK
PANEL
110v.
RED
BLACK
YELLOW
BLACK
BLUE
WHITE
GREEN
RED
WHITE
BLACK
NOTES:
1. Motor is rated at 10 Amps
, use appropriate
wire size throughout the system.
2. Use 15 amp GFCI breaker at panel.
3. Follow all applicable codes.
4. Change motor direction by switching directional wires
at the kEy switch.
5. Two all-weather boxes and conduits are required in the mechanism pit
so that the high and low voltage wires are not run together
in the same conduit.
6. Water feature rating = 20 amps Normally open, 10 amps Normally closed
CAPACITOR
CAPACITOR
DESIGNATES WIRE NUT
1
BLUE
YELLOW
5
4
3
2
RED
GREEN
MOTOR
9-23-2004
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
MOTORIZED COVER WINTER USE POLICY
The question is often asked, “Do you recommend using the motorized cover (ECLIPSE) as a winter cover?” The answer is
that it is a matter of personal choice. We neither recommend nor discourage use of the motorized cover as a winter cover.
We are neutral on this issue. In order to help you make a decision, we have listed below some of the items you should
consider when making your choice.
1.
When proper precautions are taken, motorized covers are successfully used as a winter cover.
2.
During the winter the proper water level must be maintained as the water supports the ice and snowmelt buildup. The best method is to blow out the lines and use filter plugs & cover plates so that the water level does
not have to be lowered. In no case should the water level be lowered more than 6 inches below the track.
3.
The cover pump must be left on the cover and plugged in, so that as water accumulates from the ice and
snow melting, it will be pumped off of the cover. Excessive amounts should not be allowed to build up
on top of the cover. Attempting to break and remove snow, or ice from the cover can cause damage to
both the cover itself and the tracks. The cover should never be operated if it has water, snow or ice on it.
4.
There are some risks associated with using the motorized cover as a winter cover, such as the water level
dropping below the recommended level. If the pool loses water because of a leak or for any other reason,
there may not be enough support for the cover. This could cause the tracks to pull down, possibly damaging
the material to which it is attached as well as the cover itself. However, if there is adequate slack in the cover
and the water level is properly maintained, there is little likelihood of problems occurring.
5.
The cover is not warranted against damage to the cover or pool due to winter use, just as the warranty does not
cover damage due to such things as mudslides, earthquakes, falling trees, etc.
6.
Leaves and debris should be removed from the cover as they accumulate to avoid damage and staining the
cover.
7.
A cover should only be used as a winter cover if it has the proper slack. Proper slack is determined by where
the cover touches the water. When the water level is lowered, the cover should normally touch the water no
more that 12 inches from the edge of the pool. Actual slack requirements may vary depending on local
conditions.
8.
Another consideration has to do with the longevity of the cover. The cover will not last as long when used as
a winter cover because of added exposure to the elements. If it is not used as the winter cover, it should be
cleaned and rolled up during the wintertime.
01-31-2011
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
1704 Back Acre Circle • Mount Airy, MD 21771
Toll Free: (800) 870-3329 • Fax: (301) 829-6866
www.coverstareastcoast.com
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Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
SLACK IN AUTOMATIC POOL COVERS
From time to time the question arises about the need for slack in automatic
pool covers and how much is enough. Regardless of manufacturer, all
automatic pool cover fabrics are made wider than the width of the track.
There are several reasons for this:
1. A cover that is too tight will pull against the tracks and will not
operate properly. A cover that is made too small reduces the life of
the cover and mechanism, causing premature failure of both the
fabric and the mechanism due to the added stress.
2. All fabric shrinks over a period of time. The amount of the
shrinkage varies widely according to the type of fabric, how the
fabric is manufactured, the temperature of the water, and the
weather conditions. Slack is added to the fabric to compensate for
fabric shrinkage.
3. The cover must lie on the water in order to meet he ASTM safety
standards. Most of the supporting strength of the cover comes
from the support of the water directly under it.
Each cover we manufacture is made with the sack calculated on the basis of
the type of fabric, application and unit. Any other variables that may be
brought to our attention are also included. Initially, a properly sized cover
will drop almost directly down from the track or deck to the water, with some
folds & wrinkles as it crosses the pool. Because each cover is subject to many
variables, it is impossible to calculate the exact amount of shrinkage each
individual cover will have, so an approximation is made based on our past
experience. Our slack formula is designed to give the cover and mechanism
maximum life, as well as making the cover look as attractive as possible.
Before an order for any cover which has less that the factory specified slack is
processed, we must receive a signed statement from the customer which
releases Coverstar from any warranty or safety liability issues which may
arise because of premature failure of the fabric or system due to fabric
shrinkage.
In some cases, a portion of the slack may be taken up by lowering the water
level. However, you should consult with your pool builder or service man
before doing so. They can advise you exactly where the water level should be
to keep the pool equipment operating properly.
The slack in the front of the cover must be spread over the length of the
leading edge, keeping it away from the sides near the tracks. If this is not
done, it is possible that the fabric may fold over and get caught in the track.
The leading edge loop size has been designed to give maximum flexibility in
properly installing and servicing the cover.
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Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
WARRANTY SUMMARY
ITEM
1. Mechanism – All mechanical parts of reel
mechanism except: rope pulleys, guide feeds
and slides (considered consumed through
use) *
WARRANTY PERIOD
CS3000:
10 Years
ECLIPSE
20 Years
WARRANTEED BY
Coverstar, LLC.
2. Extrusions – guides (tracks), leading edge
bar, lid and hinge and take-up tube *
3 Years
Coverstar, LLC.
3. Electrical components – motor
switch
5 years
3 years
Coverstar, LLC.
Coverstar, LLC.
7 years – The first 36 months
is 100% repair or
replacement, after 36 months
it is pro-rated from the 1st
month to the 84nd month.
Coverstar LLC.
5. Ropes
2 years
Coverstar LLC.
6. Cover Pump, Rule
3 Years
ITT Rule
1 Year
Coverstar East Coast, Inc.
4. Fabric (cover material) – (Ropes and
webbings are covered only if it is determined
that they had a manufacturing defect.) *
*Customers must call ITT Rule directly
@ 978-282-5232 and ask for Sandy
Sanagra
Customer Service: 978-281-0573
7. Labor (if installed by Coverstar East Coast)
*Note: See actual warranty for complete details
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MEMO
Date:
January 8, 2001
To:
To Whom it May Concern
From: Harold Rogers, V.P. Sales
Re:
Coverstar safety covers: UL and ASTM standard F 1346-91 for safety covers for swimming pools
All Coverstar covers fully certified by UL and meet the ASTM standard for safety covers as specified in
ASTM standard F 1346-91 when they are installed and maintained properly according to the installation
and homeowner instructions which have been provided by Coverstar. On several different occasions, the
Coverstar covers, both automatic and manual have been tested by independent testing laboratories and
have always been found to be in compliance with all the ASTM requirements for safety covers. Our cover
is also listed by UL (File E164833) and classified by UL as a power safety cover in accordance with
ASTM F 1346-91
If you wish to verify either of the UL certifications, take the following steps:
Go to www.ul.com
Once there click on Search UL.com
Click on Online Certifications Directory.
Under General Search click on UL File Number
Type in E164833 and hit enter
You should now see Coverstar’
s listings. If you have problems, you can also search by company
or by Automatic Pool Covers
If more information is required about ASTM and its standards, you can go to their website at
www.astm.org.
Shown below is the UL authorized label that is attached to the automatic cover system that we ship.
If you have any further questions about our covers, the UL certifications or the ASTM standards, please
call or Email me.
L0127 3-08-04
COVERSTAR INC. 1795 West, 200 North, Lindon, UT 84042 Phone 800-617-7283 Fax 801-373-5095 Email [email protected]
Coverstar East Coast, Inc
Motorized Cover Installation Readiness Checklist
Builder Name: ________________________________ Supervisor’s Name/Number:_________________________________
Homeowner Name: _______________________________
Is there water in the pool?
If NO, when will the pool be filled: _______________________
Is the deck done?
Is there a raised bond wall?
If YES, is the track installed?
Is the motor side the same as what was ordered?
YES
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
NO
YES
NO
YES
YES
NO
NO
Electric
How many switches will be installed?
Has (have) the switch location(s) been determined & conduit run to it (them)?
Has (have) the box(s) for the switch(s) been installed?
Has the junction box for the motor connection been installed in the box end wall of the box 3” from the top?
Are there three 12 gauge wires from the power panel to the switch box?
Are there four 12 gauge wires between the switch box and the motor box?
Is the 15 AMP GFCI breaker installed?
ONE
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
TWO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
Hydraulic
Has the sleeve been run yet?
Is there a location for the power pack?
Has it been wired for 220 volts?
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
Deck
Has the deck been finished behind the cover housing where the lid will mount?
YES
NO
Stone Lid
Are lid stones on site and next to cover housing?
YES
NO
YES
NO
Cover Box
Is there a working drain in the cover box?
Does concrete surround (min 6”) around the box, all the way to the bottom?
Is the electric conduit in place at the motor-end of the box?
Is the cover box 14’’ wide & 14” deep (from underside of coping) with 36”
offset from waters edge on motor side and 12” offset on non-motor side?
Is the back wall of the cover box vertical, smooth and without joints where the lid brackets mount?
Encapsulation
Is there encapsulation installed on this job?
(If yes, skip coping section)
Coping
Is the coping at least 2” thick?
Is there at least 2 ½” of flat surface on the underside of the coping to mount track?
System Type
What type of system is being installed:
HYDRAULIC
ELECTRIC
If ELECTRIC, continue answering the following set of questions.
If HYDRAULIC, skip to indicated section.
Will the homeowner be present for installation?
If NO, who is to instruct the homeowner on the operation and care of the cover and pump?
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