Hinged top rail for above-ground pool and method of pool assembly using same
US6272696A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 25, 2000 |
| Grant date | Aug 14, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04H2004/146
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A frame for portable above-ground swimming pools and, more particularly, a frame for above-ground swimming pools having a top rail, formed in sections, that is pivotally attached to the frame vertical supports. Each top rail section is installed at the top of the vertical supports in a vertical position that is about 90.degree. from a horizontal axis, allowing access to the interior area of the pool frame for installation and attachment of the sheet metal swimming pool wall. Once the top rails sections are assembled, the frame is free-standing and the pool wall may be installed and attached to the frame without partial disassembly of the frame or removal and replacement of the top rail sections. Once the swimming pool wall and liner are installed, the top rail sections are rotated 90.degree. along the horizontal axis, securing the wall and liner, and are locked into place. The invention further provides a method for installing an above-ground swimming pool in the sequential steps described above.
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