Prism Frame 16′ x 8′ x 42″ Rectangular Above Ground Pool Set
Water capacity is 1,718 gallons (90%) and it is ready for water in 30 minutes. A copper bonding wire is run and touches every part of the swimming pool system. The bonding wire makes it so that everything has the same electrical potential; The dirt the pool sits on, the pool pump, the pool water, the pool frame are all connected to a wire that hooks to a grounding rod. Maximize your pool experience with our largest Ultra XTR™ Frame pool. Classic rectangular shape, elegant graphite liner with water-blue tile print interior and brilliant white copings will make a fashion statement anywhere.
After assembling the pool, we needed to unpack and connect the filter. The filter unit comes mostly assembled, so we just had to attach the hoses and then add (#20 silica) sand. Of course, we needed an electrical source to power the filter pump—one that was positioned to avoid being soaked by water from the pool.
For optimal filtration (included in the scope of delivery depending on the model), we recommend only INTEX filter systems of the ECO type. These have a very good filtering result and all the necessary connections. Beat the heat all summer with the Intex 18ft X 48in Metal Frame Pool. Engineered for strength, this pool is supported by strong, durable steel frames which are powder coated for rust resistance and beauty. Triple strong, SUPER-TOUGH laminated sidewalls are reinforced with an all-around band to keep frame legs firmly in place.
There are large drain plugs to drain the pool quickly. Disassembly of the frame is not too difficult, as all the pieces snap together and come apart quickly. Just make sure each piece is labeled so you can reassemble it with ease.
I’m also not super thrilled that the cover Intex sells as an accessory, blows off in the slightest of winds; a problem if you don’t want to clean leaves and bugs out of your pool each day. If we decide to take down our Intex pool before summer’s end I can pretty much predict intex baby float that this will be the number one reason why. However, the kids didn’t listen to me (as usual) and yet the pool stood firm. And when a nasty storm blew through with winds as high as 50 mph, I held my breath waiting for my beloved pool to collapse; but it didn’t.
This pool will make your backyard the place to be all summer as your family can relax and play. Connect the Krystal Clear Cartridge Filter pump to enjoy clean, refreshing water. Equipped with the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, which is an intex frame pool added safety feature that shuts off the pump if electrical current is exposed to water. Then there is the cost of running a dedicated GFI electrical service for the pool pump which is required only for permanent steel wall swimming pools.
Have an amazing time with family and friends with the spacious pool. This top-of-the-line above ground pool combines high-quality with style offering ease of ownership so that your pool time is truly fun time. It comes with a 2-year warranty on pool liner, frame and filter pump. An automatic timer allowed us to turn on and off the pump each day. It also has a pressure gauge that we checked during filtration.
I got on my game early this season and managed to score my own Intex Prism Frame above ground swimming pool set online. Here’s my first-hand experience and whether or not I think you should buy one, too. Intex Ultra XTR Pool Set with Sand Filter Pump features a powder-coated steel frame, easy connection, and extras like a removable ladder and ground cloth. You don’t want a 2016 ultra-frame pool; they improved the design in 2017. So follow my links to compare prices on these trusted websites. The filter system is my only disappointment with the Intex swimming pools.
We found that the most challenging part about installing this rectangular above-ground pool is site preparation. Some yards may only need light leveling, while others require more work. We live on the side of a mountain, and our yard is sloped, so we had to excavate to create a sloped area. The site also must be compacted and capable of supporting the weight of the water inside the pool, and you should avoid areas with sand or mud. We independently evaluate all recommended products and services.