Direct answer
Coordinate an automatic cover before the shell is placed. Confirm pool measurements, undertrack or top-track geometry, vault or bench size, vault drainage, electrical or hydraulic power, coping profile, and the equipment location. This HTML checklist is canonical; the v1 PDF is for the job file.
Key takeaways
- Track type and vault size are structural decisions, not finish options.
- Drainage and power have to be in the ground before the shell is shot or poured.
- Coping and deck slope must match the chosen track.
- This page does not cover repair, fabric replacement, or motor troubleshooting.
This page is the canonical HTML coordination checklist, version 1, updated 27 August 2026. Download the printable PDF. Use it with the designer and builder before excavation. It is not a repair guide.
Measurement and geometry
| Item | Value | Confirmed |
|---|---|---|
| Length at waterline | ||
| Width at waterline | ||
| Corner radii / freeform offsets | ||
| Waterline to finished deck | ||
| Bench, spa, or raised bond beam |
Track, vault, and structure
| Item | Choice | Locked in drawings? |
|---|---|---|
| Track type | Undertrack / top track / other | |
| Vault or bench location | ||
| Vault width, depth, and lid | ||
| Vault drain and discharge | ||
| Recess or housing for the leading edge |
Power, coping, and equipment
| Item | Note | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Electric or hydraulic drive | ||
| Conduit / hose path to the pad or room | ||
| Control location and line of sight | ||
| Coping profile compatible with the track | ||
| Deck slope away from track and vault | ||
| Equipment listed on the BOM template |
Do not write a blanket safety-standard claim on this sheet. If a named certification matters, attach the product document for that configuration.
Related reading: the pool covers hub, the construction process, and the equipment BOM template.
Frequently asked questions
Can this be used for a retrofit cover?
It can flag the same coordination items, but an existing pool often lacks a vault, drain, or conduit path. Treat retrofit as a separate project, not a shortened new-construction list.
Does this certify a safety standard?
No. The checklist does not claim that a cover, pool, or installation meets a named safety standard. Certification belongs to a specific product and configuration with its own documentation.
Sources
- Model Aquatic Health Code — U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Accessed August 27, 2026.