S.R.Smith 180259 Instruction manual

06-825-I SEP-2019
Velocity Advantage Starting Platform
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
SRS AUSTRALIA, PTY LTD
12 Enterprise St
Richlands QLD 4077
Australia
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.srsmith.com/au
S.R. SMITH, LLC
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
P.O. Box 400 • 1017 S.W. Berg Parkway
Canby, Oregon 97013
USA
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www.srsmith.com

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................2
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUT................................................................................................4
PARTS LIST....................................................................................................................................5
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................6
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................... 10
BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENT...................................................................................... 10
WARRANTY & PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION.................................................... 11
DANGER –FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS, AND
THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
The Velocity Advantage Starting Platform is designed for use on
competitive or municipal pools. Proper installation, use, and maintenance
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 and bonding or
electrical codes.
Check entire box and inside all packing materials for parts. Before
beginning assembly, read the 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, as an improper
installation voids S.R. Smith’s warranty and may affect the safety of
the user.
Installer must give the owner the Velocity Advantage Starting Platform
installation manual.
INTRODUCTION
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUT
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUT
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUTINTRODUCTION
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUT

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Figure 1 | Velocity Advantage Dimensions
PARTS LISTFigure 2 | Velocity Advantage Dimensions
PARTS LIST
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUT
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUT
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUT
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE LAYOUPARTS LIST
PARTS LISTT

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Figure 4 | Velocity Advantage Parts
ITEM NO.
QTY.
PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
1
1
03-601
FRAME LEFT SIDE
2*
1
03-602
FRAME RIGHT SIDE
3*
1
03-603
FRAME TOP
4*
2
03-604
BACKSTROKE START HANDLE
5*
1
03-603
FRAME SUPPORT
6*
1
03-606
FRAME BASE
7*
1
26-100
BACKSTROKE START ASSEMBLY
8*
12
5-530
#10 X 2.5” FLAT HEAD SOCKET CAP
SCREW
9
2
5-531
10-24 x 1” SET SCREW
PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST

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1) Disassemble backstroke start wedge.
1.1) Unbox the backstroke start wedge. Ensure all of
its components are included. Unwind the spool so strap is not wrapped around.
1.2) Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove a screw from each spool end.
1.3) Remove the spool ends from the shaft Refer to Figure 5.
Figure 5
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENT
BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENTANTAGE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Directions like left and right are based
on a viewpoint facing the pool.
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONSDirections like left
and right are based on a viewpoint
facing the pool.
Directions like left and right are based
on a viewpoint facing the pool.
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONSDirections like left
and right are based on a viewpoint
facing the pool.

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2) Assemble the Velocity Advantage frame
2.1) Place the left side (with the hole pattern) on a flat surface, number-side down.
2.2) Insert the base into the three holes as shown, flat surface towards the side piece. Refer to Figure 6
and Figure 7.
Figure 6
Figure 7
2.3) Insert the shaft and spring into the left frame’s hole so the spring pin is near the left side. Refer to
Figure 8.
2.4) Insert the PVC tube into the left side so the slotted end is away from the left side. Nest into the left
side. Refer to Figure 9.
Figure 8
Figure 9

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2.5) Insert the backstroke handles into the pockets shown, rounded edges toward the outside of the
block. Align the holes as shown in detail in Figure 10.
2.6) Insert the frame support into the frame top as shown, with the large number toward the back edge
and the small number toward the short edge. Refer to Figure 11.
Figure 10
Figure 11
2.7) Insert both pieces into the left frame as shown in Figure 12.
2.8) Nest the right side on top and use a dead blow hammer or long clamp as necessary to ensure the
frame is tightly assembled. Rotate the shaft cover so the right frame is seated as shown in detail in
Figure 14.
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 14

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3) Fasten the Velocity Advantage frame.
3.1) Rotate the advantage so its base is on the bottom.
3.2) Use an impact driver or drill and No. 2 square drive bit to fasten top plate to sides with 6 screws in
the countersunk holes on the sides. (8).
3.3) Flip over starting block and fasten base to sides with 6 screws (8).
3.4) Fasten bottom backstroke handle to each sides with a set screw (9) using a 3/32” Allen key.
Figure 15
Figure 16
4) Set up backstroke start.
4.1) Reattach spool ends to shaft using screw removed in Step 1.3. Left spool end has knurled pins and is
on the side of the starting block with the circular hole pattern. Ensure both straps are hanging freely
when refastening, so straps are equal length.
4.2) Pull the left spool cap so the pin clears the frame and rotate shaft as shown, under the spool end
then over the top.
Figure 17 (Left side shown)
Figure 18

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Set the backstroke ledge in the pool, looping the strap around and over the spool cap. Ensure
adjustment is initially set at 0 as shown in Figure 22 | Left Spool Cap
BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENT
1. BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENTFigure
23. Verify the top of the ledge is at water
level within ½” (13mm).
Contact either your distributor or S.R.
Smith if the strap is too short; we will
replace it with one that is the right
length for your deck-to-water height.
Pins align with frame’s
middle holes at position
0.
The strap loops down and
around the top of the spool
cap.
Backstroke adjustment amount is
indicated by number with no slant.
Figure 22 | Left Spool Cap
BACKSTROKE
LEDGE
ADJUSTMENT
BACKSTROKE LEDGE
ADJUSTMENTFigure 23 |
Left Spool Cap
VELOCITY ADVANWARRANTY & PRODUCT REGISTRATION
INFORMATIONVANTAGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
VELOCITY ADVANTAGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 19 | Backstroke Ledge Alignment

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The backstroke ledge can be adjusted 40mm (1.6”) above or below the water level in increments of
20mm (5 positions). To adjust the height, follow these instructions:
Pull on the left spool cap until the pins are clear of the holes in the frame. The left spool cap is
marked with numbers.
Rotate the spool to the desired depth. Rotating clockwise will raise the backstroke ledge above
water level. Rotating counter-clockwise will lower the backstroke ledge.
Align the pins with corresponding holes in the frame and push the left spool cap back in.
For warranty information and details, please visit www.srsmith.com/en-us/customer-service/warranty-
information/. Register your S.R.Smith product at www.srsmith.com/en-us/customer-service/product-
registration
BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENT
BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENT
BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENT
BACKSTROKE LEDGE ADJUSTMENT
WARRANTY & PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
WARRANTY & PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
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Figure 20 | Backstroke Ledge Adjustment
WARRANTY & PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
WARRANTY & PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATIONFigure 20 | Backstroke Ledge
Adjustment
SAFETY & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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Execute shallow racing dives only.
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For use by trained competitive swimmers only.
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Inspect the Velocity Advantage monthly to assure there are no worn parts and that all
hardware is properly tightened.
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To clean, use a multi-purpose cleaner and scrub lightly with a nylon scrubby or brush.