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ASTM Certified AquaGuard swimming pool alarms integrate the latest technology and most convenient features for your peace of mind. They are simple to setup and easy to use. With their "armed" indicators, you always know that your swimming pool is protected. Backed by a 3-year warranty, you will rely on AquaGuard swimming pool alarms for pool safety for years to come.

When it comes to swimming pool safety and the protection of your children, AquaGuard swimming pool alarms give you the best!

Why are AquaGuard swimming pool alarms the #1 choice of the nation's largest swimming pool builders?

Because they are the most reliable consumer-installed swimming pool alarms that detect a child or pet (18 lbs or more) falling into the pool or spa while being virtually immune to wind and false alarms. AquaGuard even works in swimming pools with typical spa overflows and certain other water features.

When a child falls into the swimming pool, the detector's dual sirens insure that you hear the pool alarm outside (louder than a car alarm) while the remote unit's siren sounds inside the house. Swimming Pool builders very much like the fact that AquaGuard Swimming Pool Alarms are very easy to use and always let you know when they are armed. The two-way remote allows their customers to put the system into "swim stand-by" mode from the house and the system even rearms itself after everyone has left the pool.

Swimming pool builders think it is very important for you to know when the system is armed or in "stand-by" mode or if there is a low battery. For this reason, we provide a large visible LED on the detector which tells you exactly that and the wireless remote does the same. Whenever the system re-arms, you will get a clearly audible tone sequence.

Each AquaGuard Inground Pool Alarm System includes a main unit (detector) and a wireless remote with transformer. One AquaGuard Inground Pool Alarm System will cover a typical 32' x 16' rectangular or kidney shaped swimming pool. If the pool is larger or irregular shaped, then you will need 2 systems (consult your AquaGuard dealer or contact us directly with questions). When using 2 systems, they can be operated via one wireless remote for ease of use. A spa will require a separate system.

AquaGuard Inground Pool Alarm Configuration

One AquaGuard Inground Pool Alarm system will cover a typical 32' X 16' rectangular or kidney shaped swimming pool. If the pool is larger or irregular shaped, then you will need 2 systems (consult your AquaGuard dealer or us directly with questions). When using 2 systems, they can be operated via one wireless remote for ease of use. A spa will require a separate system.

An effective way to determine the required number of AquaGuard units is to simply measure the width and length of your pool. The following chart shows the maximum length of pool for both single and dual AquaGuard configurations.

Example Configuration 1:

Example Configuration 2:

Configuration in Metric

Pool Alarm - Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About AquaGuard

What is the minimum weight of a child/object falling into the pool?
The ASTM standard for pool alarms specifies a minimum weight of 18lbs (8kg).

What are the dimensions of the AquaGuard unit?
10" x 10" x 10" lengths by 2 ¾" high (Triangle shape)

I have had another pool alarm which was constantly triggered by wind. How is AquaGuard different?
This is one of the key differentiators in AquaGuard technology. It passed the stringent AFNOR test for high winds and represents a big leap in technology. It is very immune to false alarms due to high wind.

Questions About Pool Equipment Compatibility

Does AquaGuard work with a spa overflow?
Yes, it works with most overflows (typically 12" to 24" height)

Does AquaGuard work when my filtration cycle is on?
Yes, with no interference.

Does AquaGuard work with pool cleaners?
AquaGuard is compatible with pool cleaners if they stay on the bottom or slowly climb the walls (e.g. Hayward Navigator, Polaris 280, 380, 480 series, etc.). AquaGuard will not work with some new pool cleaners that can "fly" to the surface and swim there and then dive back to the bottom (e.g. Hayward Phantom since this mimics the profile of a small child falling into the pool). AquaGuard will also not work with pool cleaners such as Barracuda, which pulsate continuously when they’re on. If you have a pool cleaner that does not work with AquaGuard, then you have the option of exchanging it for one that is compatible.

Does AquaGuard work with an in-floor cleaning system?
AquaGuard works with in-floor cleaning as long as the detector is not close to nozzles on the first step of the stairs.

What kind of water features does the AquaGuard Inground Pool Alarm work with?
AquaGuard works with most spa overflows. It will work with most sheer descents (typically 2 sheer descents in pool at 18" to 24" height).

Questions About Configuration and Installation

I have a pool and a spa. Do I need 2?
Yes, you will need one detector for the pool and one for the spa. is also available here.

How easy is it to install an AquaGuard Pool Alarm into our pool?
It is very easy. You can either just put the detector in the proper location on the pool deck, or you can mount it with 3 screws (requires drilling 3 holes as per template - hardware included).

My pool is 15' by 40'. Can one detector cover my pool?
No. One detector covers a pool up to 16' by 32'. Any pool larger than 16’ by 32’ and up to 16’ by 64’ (or equivalent square footage) requires 2 systems.
The maximum number of detectors that can be used in a pool is 2.

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