Inflation

• Be sure that the rings of the pool are inflated to proper pressure, specified by the instructions with your specific Intex above-ground pool. Underinflating can result in a lack of rigidity, causing the walls of the pool itself to lean, resulting in an unstable pool that looks slanted and unsecured.
  
  

Surface

• Ensure that the surface on which the Intex above-ground pool is set up is as level as possible and free from divots. A non-flat surface and divots in the ground can result in slanting of the pool walls. A concrete patio or other foundationlike surface can provide the best opportunity for a level and straight pool setup.
  
  

Slope

• If you will be forced to set up the Intex above-ground pool on a slope, consider purchasing an above-ground pool that provides setup options for slopes. Intex pools are not meant to be set up on slopes of any degree, as a slope can result in unstable walls that can cause the pool to collapse, potentially causing property damage as well as damage to the pool itself.
  
  

Adding Water

• Do not fill an Intex above-ground pool past the line on the uppermost ring. Overfilling your pool can result in unstable walls of the pool, causing a slanting effect and potentially causing the pool to drain.