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Latham CS1800 Installation Manual

Automatic safety pool cover, top track system with aluminum lid
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CS1800 Automatic Safety Pool Cover
Top Track System
with Aluminum Lid
INSTALLATION GUIDE

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  • Page 1 CS1800 Automatic Safety Pool Cover Top Track System with Aluminum Lid INSTALLATION GUIDE...
  • Page 2 16. Drill (cordless or corded) 33. Pencil or marker 17. Set of drill bits (1/4” down to 1/16”) 34. 6 - 8 clamps Optional Power tools Skill saw with carbide tipped blade Sawzall, Grinder. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 The parts list at above is typical for most pools up to 20’ x 40’ and includes all parts necessary to install the Coverstar system; however, parts will vary for longer or wider pools and according to your specific order. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Step By Step Instructions Page/Step Laying out the cover track .......5/2 Splicing the track together .......5/4 Cutting the track to length .......5/9 Checking for square ........6/12 Attaching the track to the deck ......6/14 © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Laying Out The Cover Track

    With track extended at least 18” past the track sections together. the waterline at the opposite end of the pool, cut the track so they extend 18” past the waterline at the mechanism end. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 6: Checking For Square

    Place the track back over the holes in the deck. Fasten the track screws (32) halfway through the track into the plastic anchors. The screws will be fastened completely later in the installation. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 7 RECESSED HORIZONTAL TRACK Page Components & Installation Guidelines System components & Installation guidelines ....8 © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 8 10. Some builders find that it is easier to keep the track clean if they install Deck-O-Drain channel between the end of the housing and the end of the deck. However, this is optional. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 9 Connecting Roll-up tube .........10/2 Adjusting the mechanism height ....10/4 Positioning the mechanism ......10/8 Anchoring the mechanism ......11/13 Extending the pulley brackets ......11/14 Anchoring the pulley brackets ......11/18 Wiring the electrical switch ......12/20 © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 10: Housing Preparation

    Adjust it will be square to the cover track. height of the non-motor end feet if needed to level the roll-up tube. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 11: Anchoring The Mechanism

    Tighten the four nuts on the head screws (49) and anchors (39). it is flush with the top of the encapsulation. adjustable brackets. Note: Do the following steps on Motor and Non-motor end (non-motor end shown). © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 12: Wiring The Electrical Switch

    Note: Builder is responsible to bring proper electrical lines, conduit and bonding to the mechanism. Electrical wiring diagram and details are shown above with instructions on the right. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 13 Attaching the ropes to the reels .....16/27 Running the cover over the pool .....17/31 Attaching the cover and bonding wire ....17/32 Adjusting the ropes .........17/35 Adjusting the torque limiter ......18/38 Adjusting the brakes ........18/40 © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 14: Opening The Cover Package

    Clean concrete dust from track and pulley endcap. Make sure ALL screws are flush with track. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 15: Routing The Ropes

    Note: On standard Top Track systems tube. this backing plate comes attached to the cover. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 16: Attaching The Ropes To The Reels

    Note: Cut the ropes only when the cover is open completely. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 17: Running The Cover Over The Pool

    The cover fabric installation Re-attach the rope to the rope reel. open the cover all the way. Pull the excess is now complete. rope off the rope reel. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Torque Limiter

    7/16” wrenches or sockets adjust this brake, use two 7/16” wrenches properly. to adjust the tension on the rope reel. and tightening or loosening the thru bolts in the brake block. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 19 CLASSIC ALUMINUM LID Step By Step Instructions Page/Step Installing the lid brackets ......20/1 Assembling the aluminum lid ......20/4 Attaching the lid to the deck .......20/7 © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 20 2-3 complete. ft. using a 1/4” drill bit. Then, drill through these holes and into the concrete deck using a 1/4” masonry bit. Clean concrete dust from hinge. © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 21 Who is authorized to operate the cover system ....6 Pool chemicals and cover life ..........8 Proper maintenance and care of the cover system ..8-9 Inform the customer on pool safety ....Back cover © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 22 © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.
  • Page 23 QUESTIONS? For questions about this installation guide, contact your independent Coverstar distributor. Latham Pool Products 78 787 Watervleit-Shaker Rd. Latham, NY 12110 USA L9911 3.8.19 bm © Latham Pool Products, Inc. 2019. All rights reserved.

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