S.R.Smith VORTEX Instruction manual

06-199 MAY 19

VORTEX

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

SRS AUSTRALIA, PTY LTD

12 Enterprise St

Richlands QLD 4077

Australia

Phone 07 3812 2283 • Fax 07 3812 1187

www.srsmith.com/au

S.R. SMITH, LLC

CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS

P.O. Box 400 • 1017 S.W. Berg Parkway

Canby, Oregon 97013

USA

Phone (503) 266 2231 • Fax (503) 266 4334

www.srsmith.com

S.R. SMITH VORTEX SLIDES ARE MANUFACTURED FOR INSTALLATION

AND USE ON INGROUND SWIMMING POOLS ONLY. THE VORTEX IS

NEVER TO BE INSTALLED AND USED ON ABOVEGROUND POOLS,

ONGROUND POOLS, HOUSEBOATS, BOAT DOCKS, FLOATING DOCKS

OR PLATFORMS OR OTHER BODIES OF WATER SUCH AS LAKES,

PONDS, RIVERS, ETC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................................3

INSTALLED VORTEX STRUCTURAL & INSTALLATION CHECKLIST.....................................................4

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................4

ASSEMBLED VORTEX WITH STAIRS LAYOUT.........................................................................................5

ASSEMBLED VORTEX WITH LADDER LAYOUT.......................................................................................5

MAIN SECTION AND SLIDE RUNWAY PARTS LIST .................................................................................7

Tools Required..........................................................................................................................................8

Gasket Installation.....................................................................................................................................8

VORTEX MAIN SECTION AND SLIDE RUNWAY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................9

VORTEX CLOSED FLUME PARTS LIST...................................................................................................14

VORTEX CLOSED FLUME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................15

VORTEX OPEN FLUME PARTS LIST .......................................................................................................18

VORTEX OPEN FLUME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................19

VORTEX STAIRWAY PARTS LIST............................................................................................................22

VORTEX STAIRWAY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................23

VORTEX LADDER PARTS LIST................................................................................................................32

VORTEX LADDER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................................................33

VORTEX WARNING SIGN PARTS LIST ...................................................................................................35

VORTEX WARNING SIGN ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................36

VORTEX WATER SYSTEM PARTS LIST..................................................................................................37

WATER SYSTEM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................37

CONCRETE WEDGE ANCHOR MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................41

MANUFACTURER’S PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................................42

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INTRODUCTION

DANGER –FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS, AND THE

OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

THE VORTEX IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR INSTALLATION AND USE ON INGROUND

SWIMMING POOLS ONLY. DO NOT INSTALL THIS SLIDE ON ABOVEGROUND POOLS,

HOUSEBOATS, BOAT DOCKS, FLOATING DOCKS OR PLATFORMS, OR OTHER BODIES OF

WATER SUCH AS LAKES, PONDS, RIVERS, ETC. PROPER ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION, USE,

AND SUPERVISION ARE ESSENTIAL FOR PROPER OPERATION AND TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

ALL NATIONAL AND LOCAL BUILDING CODES MUST BE FOLLOWED. THIS INCLUDES ANY

APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS FOR SIZE OF CONCRETE FOOTING, OVERALL HEIGHT OF SLIDE,

AND BONDING OR ELECTRICAL CODES.

CHECK INSIDE ALL BOXES AND PACKAGING MATERIALS FOR PARTS. BEFORE BEGINNING

ASSEMBLY, READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND IDENTIFY PARTS USING THE FIGURES AND PARTS

LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT. IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL PARTS BE CAREFULLY INSPECTED BY

THE INSTALLER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION TO ENSURE THAT NO DAMAGE OCCURRED IN

TRANSIT AND THAT A DAMAGED PART IS NOT USED. PROPER INSTALLATION CANNOT BE

OVERSTRESSED. IMPROPER INSTALLATION VOIDS THE S.R. SMITH WARRANTY AND MAY

AFFECT THE SAFETY OF THE USER.

PRECAUTION: POWDER COATING IS SCRATCH RESISTANT, NOT SCRATCH PROOF. IT IS STILL

SUSCEPTIBLE TO SCRATCHING AND CHIPPING. THIS SHOULD BE PREVENTED BECAUSE

EXPOSED METAL SURFACES WILL RUST.

PRECAUTION: CONTACT YOUR POOL PROFESSIONAL TO MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE

ADEQUATE ACCESS TO YOUR POOL PUMP HOUSE FOR THE WATER SUPPLY. IT IS STRONGLY

RECOMMENDED THAT THE WATER LINE BE PULLED FROM THE SWIMMING POOL RETURN

LINE SO THAT THE CIRCULATED WATER IS SANITARY AND DOES NOT AFFECT THE

CHEMISTRY OF THE POOL.

INSTALLER MUST GIVE TO SLIDE OWNER: VORTEX SLIDE INSTALLATION AND OWNER’S

MANUAL, THE WARRANTY CARD, AND ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS REGARDING SAFE AND

PROPER USE AND SLIDE MAINTENANCE.

WARNING SIGN MUST BE MOUNTED NEAR SLIDE ENTRANCE. SIGN SHOULD BE LOCATED

WITHIN 2 FEET OF THE ENTRANCE OF THE SLIDE AND MUST POINT AWAY FROM ENTRANCE

SO THAT IT IS VISIBLE AT LEAST 10 FEET FROM SLIDE.

FOR COMPLETE SLIDE SAFETY INFORMATION REFER TO THE OWNER’S MANUAL.

INSTALLED VORTEX STRUCTURAL & INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Installer to review this checklist with slide’s owner upon completion of slide installation.

1. Inspect the runway for visible cracks or tears.

2. Inspect the ladder for sharp edges, protrusions, cracks, or tears.

3. Inspect all fasteners to make sure they are fully tightened.

4. Inspect the ladder for structural stability.

5. Measure the following dimensions and compare with the manufacturer’s placement instructions listed

on pages 41 and 41.

•Measure the depth of water in front of the slide exit. (4’-6” min. Depth at a distance of 4’-6” from

exit end of slide.)

•Measure the height of the slide runway exit above the water. (20” max.)

•Measure the distance between the centerline of the slide and the edge of other pool equipment.

6. Observe the position of the exit of the slide as shown on pages 41 and 41.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Periodically inspect the vortex to assure there are no worn parts and that all hardware is properly

tightened. Replace any hardware which exhibits rust or corrosion.

2. All slide components require periodic maintenance. Clean components with a cotton cloth and a non-

abrasive soap and water. Avoid harsh chemicals and disinfectants.

3. Always read the label instructions on any cleaner carefully before applying it to a surface.

4. Inspect the plumbing system for leaks. Freeze/thaw cycles may cause leaks at plumbing joints which

should be repaired prior to use.

5. Check all safety labels to insure they have not peeled or been removed. Contact S.R. Smith customer

service (800-824-4397) for replacement labels.

6. The support structure is made from steel, is primed and powder coated with a high quality acrylic

urethane finish. However, corrosion may occur depending on water chemistry and environmental

conditions. Inspect the slide on a semi-annual basis, sand and repair any surface rust. For touch-up

paint (PN # 09-819-1), contact S.R. Smith customer service (800-824-4397).

CAUTION:

BECAUSE THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED FROM STEEL, PLACEMENT ON A POOL WITH A

SALT CHLORINE GENERATOR WILL REQUIRE FREQUENT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

DUE TO THE CORROSIVE NATURE OF THESE SYSTEMS WITH ALL STEEL ALLOYS. IT IS

RECOMMENDED THAT ALL SLIDE COMPONENTS BE RINSED DAILY WITH FRESH WATER.

ASSEMBLED VORTEX WITH STAIRS LAYOUT

FIGURE A

ASSEMBLED VORTEX WITH LADDER LAYOUT

FIGURE B

MAIN SECTION AND SLIDE RUNWAY PARTS LIST

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ITEM NO.

PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

KIT A

KIT B

KIT C

KIT A

66-209-177

FLUME HARDWARE KIT

1 ea.

KIT B

66-209-178

HALF FLUME HARDWARE KIT

1 ea.

KIT C

66-209-311

UNIVERSAL SPARE HARDWARE KIT

1 ea.

6-690-1

ENTRANCE SECTION

1 ea.

6-690-2

RUNWAY SECTION

4 ea.

6-690-3

EXIT SECTION

1 ea.

14-301

BRANCH ARM

5 ea.

14-300

MAIN SUPPORT

1 ea.

14-205

EXIT SUPPORT

1 ea.

5-113

3/8” x 2” HHCS S/S

2 ea.

●

05-32-131

3/8” x 5-1/2” HHCS

8 ea.

●

5-523

1/2” x 3-3/4” CONC. ANCHOR W/ HARDWARE

12 ea.

●

5-250

3/8” x 3-1/2” BHCS S/S

2 ea.

●

5-512

3/8” x 4” BHCS S/S

8 ea.

●

5-237

3/8” x 5” BHCS S/S

4 ea.

●

5-524-SS

1/2” x 5” HHCS S/S

5 ea.

●

VULKEM-116

VULKEM GRAY SEALANT

1 ea.

05-14-132

1/2” x 1-3/8” FLAT WASHER S/S

10 ea.

●

05-14-115

1/2” LOCK WASHER S/S

17 ea.

●

05-14-116

1/2” HEX NUT S/S

5 ea.

●

05-14-107

3/8” x 1” FLAT WASHER S/S

16 ea.

●

05-616

1/2” NYLON WASHER

22 ea.

●

05-32-111

3/8” NYLON WASHER

18 ea.

●

5-145

3/8” x 7/8” FLAT WASHER S/S

34 ea.

●

5-151

3/8” LOCK WASHER S/S

30 ea.

●

5-139

3/8” HEX NUT S/S

26 ea.

●

5-521

3/8-16 x 3” CONC. ANCHOR W/ HARDWARE

2 ea.

●

8-536

1/2” WIDE x 1/3” TALL RUBBER GASKET

21 ft.

14-203

RIGHT GUARD RAIL

1 ea.

14-204

LEFT GUARD RAIL

1 ea.

05-237

HDPE GASKET FOR EXIT SUPPORT

1 ea.

05-234

HDPE GASKET FOR MAIN SUPPORT

1 ea.

05-618

1/2” NUT CAP - GRAY PLASTIC

12 ea.

05-608

3/8” x 1” NUT CAP - BLACK RUBBER

2 ea.

Tools Required

1. Ratchet Handle

2. 9/16” Socket (Deep)

3. 9/16” Wrench

4. 3/4" Socket or Wrench (Deep)

5. 7/32” Allen Wrench (Deep)

6. Phillips Head Screwdriver

7. Roto-Hammer Drill

8. 1/4" Drill Bit for Step Assy.

9. 1/2" Concrete Drill Bit

10. 3/8” Concrete Drill Bit

11. 4” Ratchet Extension

12. 4 Irwin Quick Grip™ 18” XP Bar Clamps

13. Power Drill

14. PVC Pipe Primer & Glue

15. Anti-Seize

16. Saw to Cut PVC Pipe

17. Knife

18. Level

19. Hammer

20. 8’ Step Ladder

21. Rubber Mallet

22. Torque Wrench

Gasket Installation

•The gasket material has been installed at the factory, however additional gasket has been

provided in case any gasket has fallen off during shipping. If gasket installation is required, follow

the instructions below.

•Apply gasket in the required locations as shown in the figures below.

•Place gasket along the section to determine the length needed.

•Cut gasket to appropriate length.

•Remove backing and adhere gasket to slide.

FIGURE C

VORTEX MAIN SECTION AND SLIDE RUNWAY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Insert all five of the Branch Arms (4) into the Main Support (5). Carefully slide the arms into the

support sockets to ensure the powder coating is not damaged. Align the holes in the branch arms

with the slots in the main tube support and fasten them as shown in Figure D.

The required hardware is as follows: 1/2”–13 x 5” Hex Head Cap Screw (13), 1/2” Flat Washer (15),

1/2” Nylon Washer (19), and 1/2” Nylon Washer (19), 1/2” Flat Washer (15), 1/2” Lock Washer (16),

1/2” Hex Nut (17) on the other side of the support.

ANTI-SEIZE NEEDS TO BE USED ON ALL BOLTS, and should be applied to the threads before

attempting to place the nut on the bolt.

Note: It is important to NOT TIGHTEN the hardware at this point.

Place the column near the installation location.

FIGURE D

FIGURE E

Note: Before working with the flume pieces, cover the concrete with cardboard or carpet to

prevent scratching the plastic slide components.

The order of assembly is important!

All of the Runway Sections (2) are labeled at both ends indicating the order in which they need

to be assembled.

2. Assemble the Exit Flume (3) and the Runway Section (2) as shown in Figure E. Make sure that the

Runway Section (2) that you are installing is labeled B1 on one end and B2 on the other. Install the

hardware through both side rails. The required hardware is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 4” Button Head Cap

Screw S/S (11), 3/8” Flat Washer (21), 3/8” Flat Washer (21), 3/8” Lock Washer (22), 3/8” Hex Nut

S/S (23). Tighten the hardware until snug.

3. Turn the two previously connected flume parts upside down. Attach the Exit Support (6) to the Exit

Flume (3), as shown in Figure F. The required hardware is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 2” Hex Head Bolt

(7), 3/8” Flat Washer (21) on the outside and 3/8” Nylon Washer (20), 3/8” Flat Washer (21), 3/8”

Lock Washer (22), 3/8” Hex Nut (23) on the inside. Tighten the hardware until snug.

Note: Apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling.

FIGURE F

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