NOTE:  For Oval pools, the most critical and variable measurements will be on the sides of the pool, not the curved ends.  These are the measurements you will need to compare to determine whether or not your pool is "out-of-round".

D.  Subtract the shortest distance measured from the longest distance measured, if the difference is more than two (2") inches your pool is "out-of-round" and you will need to adjust the length of some of the rafters to allow the frame to properly fit the top of your pool. We recommend trimming rafters down on opposites to get the proper fit rather than extending opposites with the spacers provided.  Trimming is preferable and easier.

POOL MEASUREMENT DIAGRAMS - (SAVE FOR FUTURE USE)
FOR ROUND POOLS
LONGEST DISTANCE
SHORTEST DISTANCE
FOR OVAL POOLS
LONGEST DISTANCE
SHORTEST DISTANCE
STEP 2:  INSTALL THE MOUNTING BRACKETS (RESIN CAPPED AND RESIN TOP RAIL POOLS, PLEASE SEE NEXT PAGE)

A.  Attach the mounting backets as shown in Figure 3 on the top cap of each vertical support.  The mounting bracket should be located near the outside edge of the top cap, centered on the cap, but not extending past the outside edge.  Mark on the top cap, with the indelible marker, the location of the two outer holes on the mounting bracket, leave the center hole open.  See Figure 3.
 



WARNING!!!
FOLLOW MANUFACTURER'S SAFETY RULES WHEN USING YOUR ELECTRIC DRILL NEAR WATER.

B.  Drill your holes with the 3/16" drill bit.  DO NOT LET THE METAL SHAVINGS FALL INTO THE POOL WHILE DRILLING. It is best to have a vacuum ready and running while you drill to take away the shavings.  See Figure 3.
C.  Attach each screw with a ratchet wrench and a 3/8" socket or slotted screwdriver. See Figure 4.
D.  Install all of the remaining brackets in the same way.
E.  Place a vinyl bracket jacket (found in the vinyl cover carton) over each bracket as shown in Figure 5.  It needs to cover the connection with the universal rafter to prevent scratching of the vinyl Sun Dome cover.
F.  Fold back the bracket jackets so that you can easily insert the raters.  See figure 6.

RESIN CAPPED AND RESIN TOP RAIL POOLS

The new resin capped and resin top railed pools that have come into the market place cause no problem for the installation of the universal brackets.  They can be installed just as easily as pools with metal caps and rails.  There are a few minor changes that must be done.  Especially those newer top rails that are wider than 6".
 

  • 1.  The slotted hex washer screw - #14 x 1" (supplied with your frame) will not be long enough to attach to the metal plate at the top of your vertical support.  You will have to replace them with a like type screw, but a minimum of 2 1/2" long.  Check your pool set up for correct length needed.
  • 2.  In some cases, there is no metal plate at the top of the vertical support.  A different type of anchoring system must be used.  Dry Wall anchors for hollow walls work the best.  Instructions for installation ARE on each package of anchors.  See figure below.
    • This type of anchor allows you to remove your bracket, but still have your anchor in place for the next season.  Size and length depend on your application.  These are readily purchased at your local hardware or home improvement center.

    When installing these anchors, make sure the anchor goes throught both, the top cap and the top rail! If the underneath of your pool top rail is accessible, you can also use a bolt, nut and lockwasher arrangement. If neither of these applications will work on your pool, please contact:

    Fabrico Manufacturing Corporation
    4222 So. Pulaski Road, 
    Chicago, IL 60632
    Tool Free 1-800-621-8546

    3.  The "J-hooks" can be installed on the resin vertical supports, using standard conical plastic anchors and combo pan head screws.  These are also readily purchased at your local hardware or home improvement center.

     
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