S.R.Smith TYPHOON Instruction manual

06-714 DEC18
TYPHOON®
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
SRS AUSTRALIA, PTY LTD
12 Enterprise St
Richlands QLD 4077
Australia
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Canby, Oregon 97013
USA
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S.R. SMITH TYPHOON SLIDES ARE MANUFACTURED FOR
INSTALLATION AND USE ON RESIDENTIAL INGROUND SWIMMING
POOLS ONLY. THE TYPHOON 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................................3
INSTALLED TYPHOON STRUCTURAL & INSTALLATION CHECKLIST...................................................4
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................4
ASSEMBLED TYPHOON LAYOUT..............................................................................................................5
PARTS LIST..................................................................................................................................................6
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................7
Tools Required..........................................................................................................................................7
Gasket Installation.....................................................................................................................................7
Typhoon Assembly....................................................................................................................................9
ON-DECK MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................14
SLIDE PLUMBING INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................................15
MANUFACTURER’S PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................................16
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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 TYPHOON IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR INSTALLATION AND USE ON
INGROUND SWIMMING POOLS ONLY. DO NOT INSTALL THIS SLIDE ON ABOVE GROUND
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
APPLIABLE REQUIREMENTS FOR SIZE OF CONCRETE FOOTING, OVERALL HEIGHT OF SLIDE,
AND BODING 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 S.R. SMITH’S WARRANTY AND MAY
AFFECT THE SAFETY OF THE USER.
INSTALLER MUST GIVE TO SLIDE OWNER: TYPHOON SLIDE INSTALLATION AND OWNER’S
MANUAL, THE WARRANTY CARD, AND ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS REGARDING SAFE AND
PROPER USE AND SLIDE MAINTENANCE.
FOR COMPLETE SLIDE SAFETY INFORMATION REFER TO THE OWNER’S MANUAL.

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INSTALLED TYPHOON STRUCTURAL & INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Installer to review with slide 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 rigidity and attachment.
5. Measure the following dimensions and compare with the manufacturer’s placement instructions on
page 16.
•Pool water depth at the base of the slide should be at least 3’ (914 mm) deep, and at 4’6”
(1372 mm) out from slide exit, should be at least 4’6” (1372 mm) deep.
•The height of the slide runway exit above the water should be 20” (508 mm) maximum.
•The distance between the slide centerline and the edge of other pool equipment should be at
least 3’6” (1067 mm).
6. Observe the position of the exit of the slide as shown in FIGURE M, FIGURE N, and FIGURE P on
pages 16 and 17.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. When hosing down the deck, hose your Typhoon to wash away any dust, dirt or other debris, which
may have accumulated.
2. Be sure that all connections are secure. Tighten hardware if necessary.
3. All polyethylene parts require little maintenance. Hose and wipe to clean.
While cleaning slide, check and see that all nuts and bolts are tight and secure.
4. Inspect the runway for visible cracks or tears, sharp edges and protrusions.
5. Inspect all attachment points for loose or corroded fasteners.
6. Inspect all ladder tread or step-attachment points for evidence of shear, bending yield, or fatigue in
the ladder steps, rails, or attachments means. Yield is evidenced by crystallization or fine cracking of
the ladder tread and/or surface.
7. Inspect the ladder handrails for rigidity and attachment.

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ASSEMBLED TYPHOON LAYOUT
FIGURE A

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PARTS LIST
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ITEM NO.
PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
KIT A
KIT A
69-209-123
TYPHOON HARDWARE CARTON
1 ea.
1
5-139
3/8” HEX NUT
10 ea.
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2
5-151
3/8” LOCK WASHER
10 ea.
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3
05-14-115
1/2" LOCK WASHER
8 ea.
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4
5-145
3/8” FLAT WASHER
24 ea.
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5
5-246
3/8” x 2-3/4” CARRIAGE BOLT
2 ea.
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6
5-247
3/8” x 3” BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW
4 ea.
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7
5-239
3/8” x 2-1/2” STUD
4 ea.
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8
5-240
3/8” x 3-1/2” LAG SCREW
6 ea.
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9
5-237
3/8” x 5” BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW
2 ea.
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10
5-248
3/8” x 3.5” HEX HEAD CAP SCREW
2 ea.
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11
5-242
#14" x 1” PAN HEAD TAPPING SCREW
6 ea.
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12
5-241
1/2" x 5” ANCHOR STUD
8 ea.
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13
05-782
1-1/2” PVC PIPE STRAP
2 ea.
●
14
05-767
1” PIPE CLAMP
2 ea.
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15
05-770
1” BALL VALVE GRAY
1 ea.
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16
05-784
1” COUPLING
1 ea.
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17
05-773
GARDEN HOSE ADAPTER
1 ea.
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18
8-532
1/2" HIGH x 1/2” WIDE x 32” LONG RUBBER GASKET
1 ea.
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19
8-545A
KIT, TOP RUNWAY GASKET
1 ea.
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20
05-786-1
1” PVC FLEX HOSE, 16” LONG (NOT SHOWN)
1 ea.
21
05-786-2
1” PVC FLEX HOSE, 68” LONG (NOT SHOWN)
1 ea.
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(2)
(3)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(12)
(15)
(13)
(4)
(11)
(17)
(16)
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Tools Required
1. Ratchet handle
2. 9/16” deep socket
3. 9/16” wrench
4. 3/4" socket or wrench
5. 7/32” allen wrench
6. Phillips head screwdriver
7. 1/2" (13 mm) concrete drill bit
8. 1/4" (6 mm) drill bit
9. Power drill
10. PVC pipe primer & glue
11. Anti-seize
12. Saw to cut PVC pipe
13. Knife
14. Level
15. Pistol-grip clamp (optional)
Gasket Installation
•Most of 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. The gasket on the face of the ladder is not installed in the factory, but
detailed instructions are provided in step 8 on page 11.
•Apply gasket (PN 8-532) 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.
•All gaskets below are applied as shown in the gasket section detail (see step 8 for further details
on installing the ladder gasket, PN 8-531)
FIGURE B
NOTE:
BE SURE TO APPLY ANTI-SEIZE TO ALL
FASTENERS TO PREVENT GALLING.
NOTE: Use pistol-grip clamps as
necessary to align the molded parts.

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Typhoon Assembly
Before getting started:
•To prevent damage to the parts during assembly, it is recommended that cardboard or
some other protective barrier is laid down on the ground where the slide is to be
assembled.
•Verify that the gasket material is affixed to the slide parts as shown on page 6
•During assembly, be sure to apply a thin coat of anti-seize compound to the threads of all
fasteners. Anti-seize helps aid in assembly, prevents galling, and improves corrosion
resistance.
1. Assemble the pedestal part to the runway exit section as shown in FIGURE C. Attach the
pedestal part to the runway exit section by inserting the two lag screws into the holes located in
the bottom of the pedestal.
2. Before inserting the lag bolts into the side of the runway exit part, 1/4” (6 mm) pilot holes must be
drilled into the center of each of the recesses. The pilot holes should be drilled through both the
runway exit section and into the pedestal.
3. Place the assembled runway exit section and pedestal upright so that the pedestal is resting on
the ground.
(8)
(4)
FIGURE C

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Notes: It may take more than one person to perform this step. Verify that the gasket material
is properly attached before assembling the parts.
4. Insert the threaded studs into each of the threaded inserts as shown in FIGURE D. The studs
should be screwed in by hand until they reach the bottom of the insert. If the studs cannot be
threaded in by hand, pliers may be used. Before using pliers, a piece of cloth should be placed
over the stud to protect the threads from damage. .
5. Assemble the top ladder section to the lower ladder section as shown in FIGURE E. Insert the
two button head cap screws into the threaded inserts as shown in FIGURE E. Do not fully
tighten the screws at this point; just get the screws started into the threaded inserts.
6. Insert the button head cap screws into the back side of the ladder as shown in FIGURE F.
Tighten the screws until snug. Go back and fully tighten the screws from Step 7.
7. Insert the two carriage bolts into the steps as shown in FIGURE E. Tighten the nuts onto the
carriage bolt until the lock washer is fully compressed.
(7)
FIGURE D
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(2)
(4)
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(4)
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FIGURE E