Vortex S.R.Smith Instruction manual

06-199 S.R. SMITH, LLC 2008 AUG13
VORTEX
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ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................................................2
INSTALLED VORTEX STRUCTURAL & INSTALLATION CHECKLIST............................................................3
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................................................3
VORTEX SLIDE WITH STAIRS LAYOUT ..............................................................................................................4
VORTEX SLIDE WITH LADDER LAYOUT.............................................................................................................5
VORTEX MAIN SECTION PARTS LIST.................................................................................................................6
MAIN SECTION ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................................................................7
VORTEX SLIDE RUNWAY ASSEMBLY.................................................................................................................8
VORTEX CLOSED FLUME PARTS LIST.............................................................................................................13
VORTEX CLOSED FLUME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................................................14
VORTEX OPEN FLUME PARTS LIST..................................................................................................................17
VORTEX OPEN FLUME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................18
VORTEX STAIRWAY PARTS LIST.......................................................................................................................21
VORTEX STAIRWAY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .........................................................................................22
VORTEX LADDER PARTS LIST............................................................................................................................29
VORTEX LADDER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................................30
VORTEX WATER SYSTEM PARTS LIST............................................................................................................33
VORTEX WATER SYSTEM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................................34
CONCRETE WEDGE ANCHOR MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................37
MANUFACTURER’S PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................38
INTRODUCTION
DANGER – FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND THE
OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN SEROUS INJURY OR DEATH
THE VORTEX™ SLIDE IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR INSTALLATION AND USE ON
INGROUND SWIMMING POOLS ONLY. DO NOT INSTALL THE VORTEX 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 IS 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 S.R. SMITH’S 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.

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INSTALLER MUST GIVE TO SLIDE OWNER: VORTEX SLIDE INSTALLATION AND OWNER’S
MANUAL, THE WARRANTY CARD, AND ANSWER ALL QUESTIIONS REGARDING SAFE AND
PROPER USE AND SLIDE MAINTENACE.
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 WITH SLIDE OWNER UPON COMPLETION
OF SLIDE INSTALLATION)
1. INSPECT THE RUNWAY FOR VISIBLE CRACKS OR TEARS.
2. INSPECT THE SLIDE 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 PAGES 38 AND 39.
•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 SLIDE CENTERLINE AND THE EDGE
OF OTHER POOL EQUIPMENT.
6. OBSERVE THE POSITION OF THE EXIT OF THE SLIDE AS SHOWN IN FIGURES 33, 34 AND
36 ON PAGES 38 AND 39.
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.

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VORTEX SLIDE WITH STAIRS LAYOUT
FIGURE 1

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VORTEX SLIDE WITH LADDER LAYOUT
FIGURE 2

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VORTEX MAIN SECTION PARTS LIST
ITEM #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
1 6-690-1 Entrance Section 1 ea.
2 6-690-2 Runway Section 4 ea.
3 6-690-3 Exit Section 1 ea.
4 14-301 Branch Arm 5 ea.
5 14-300 Main Support 1 ea.
6 14-205 Exit Support 1 ea.
7 5-113 3/8” x 2” HHCS S/S 2 ea.
8 05-32-131 3/8” x 5-1/2” HHCS 8 ea.
9 5-523-SS ½” x 3-3/4” CONCRETE WEDGE ANCHOR W/HRDWR S/S 12 ea.
10 5-250 3/8” x 3-1/2” BHCS S/S 4 ea.
11 5-512 3/8” x 4” BHCS S/S 8 ea.
12 5-515 3/8” x 5” BHCS S/S 4 ea.
15 5-524-SS ½” x 5” HHCS S/S 5 ea.
16 VULKEM-116 VULKEM GRAY SEALANT
17 05-14-132 ½” x 1-3/8” FLAT WASHER S/S 10 ea.
18 05-14-115 ½” LOCK WASHER S/S 17 ea.
20 05-14-116 ½” HEX NUT S/S 5 ea.
21 05-14-107 3/8” x 1” FLAT WASHER S/S 18 ea.
22 05-616 ½” NYLON WASHER 22 ea.
23 05-32-111 3/8” NYLON WASHER 22 ea.
24 5-145 3/8” FLAT WASHER S/S 48 ea.
25 5-151 3/8” LOCK WASHER S/S 24 ea.
26 5-139 3/8” HEX NUT S/S 22 ea.
29 5-521-SS 3/8-16 X 3” CONCRETE WEDGE ANCHOR W/HRDWR S/S 2 ea.
31 8-536 .5” WIDE X .3” TALL RUBBER GASKET (NOT SHOWN) 21 FT
(2)
(3)
(5)
(6)
(8
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(10
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(11
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(18)
(15
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(17
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(4)
(1
2
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(16) (20)
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(7)
(22
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(24
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(23
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(25
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MAIN SECTION 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 (deep)
6. Phillips head screwdriver
7. Roto-hammer drill
8. 1/2" concrete drill bit
9. 3/8” concrete drill bit
10. 4” ratchet extension
11. 3 Irwin Quick Grip
™
18” XP Bar Clamps
12. Power drill
13. PVC pipe primer & glue
14. Anti-seize
15. Saw to cut PVC pipe
16. Knife
17. Level
18. Hammer
19. 8’ step ladder
20. Rubber Mallet
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 3

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VORTEX SLIDE RUNWAY ASSEMBLY
1) First, insert all five of the Branch Arms (4) into the Main Support (5). Ensure that the arms slide
into the support sockets without damaging the powder coating. Align the holes in the main tube
support with the holes in the branch arm and attach using the hardware shown in Figure 1. The
required hardware is as follows: ½” – 13 x 5” Hex Head Cap Screw (15), ½” Flat Washer (17),
½” Nylon Washer (22), and ½” Nylon Washer (22), ½” Flat Washer (17), ½” Lock Washer (18),
½” Hex Nut (20) on the other side of the support. It is important not to tighten the hardware at
this point. ANTI-SEIZE NEEDS TO BE USED ON ALL BOLTS, and should be applied to the
threading before attempting to place the nut on the bolt.
2) The image on the right shows the main
tube support with all branch arms installed.
Place the column close to the installation
location.

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3) Before working with the flume pieces,
cover the concrete with cardboard or carpet to
help prevent scratching the plastic slide
components. Order of assembly is important!
Each of the slide components is numbered in
the order that they should be assembled. See
Figure 6 for order of assembly. Assemble the
Exit Flume (3) and the Runway Section (2) labeled
B1 together as shown. Install the hardware
through both side rails as shown in Figure 6.
The hardware used for this step, in order of
assembly, is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 4” Button Head
Cap Screw S/S (11), 3/8” Flat Washer (24), 3/8”
Flat Washer (24), 3/8” Lock Washer (25), 3/8” Hex
Nut S/S (26). Tighten the hardware until snug.
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all
fasteners to prevent galling.
4) Next, flip over the two connected pieces of the runway. Place the Exit Support (6)
under the Exit Flume (3), as shown in Figure 7. Use the following hardware to attach the exit
support: 3/8”-16 x 2” Hex Head Bolt (7), 3/8” Flat Washer (24), 3/8” Nylon Washer (23), 3/8” Flat
Washer (24), 3/8” Lock Washer (25), 3/8” Hex Nut (26). Tighten the hardware until snug.
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling.
(25)
(11)
(24)
(26)
(26)(23)
(25)
(24)
(7)
JOINT B1
JOINT B2
(3)
(2)
JOINT B1
FIGURE
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FIGURE 7

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5) Position the slide on the deck such that the slide meets the requirements as given in the
Manufacturer’s Placement Instructions on page 31. Make sure that the slide parts are correctly
positioned on the branch arms. It is recommended that bolts be placed temporarily through the
runway parts and into the first and second branch arms to ensure proper alignment. Once the
assembly is in the correct position, mark the locations for exit support anchors. In addition, make
reference marks at the corners of the main tube support flange to ensure that it remains in the
desired position. Remove the flume sections and drill the anchor holes for both the Main Support (5)
and the Exit Support (6). Drill the two 3/8” diameter X 2” deep holes in the marked locations for the
exit support. The holes in the main support tube flange may be used as a template for drilling the
1/2” diameter X 2-1/4“deep holes. Follow the instruction on page 23 and install the concrete wedge
anchors for the exit support and the main tube support.
6) Place the assembled Exit Flume (3) and Runway Section (2) over the first Branch
Arm (6). Attach the slide sections to the first branch arm as shown above. The required hardware
is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 5.5” Hex Head Cap Screw (8), 3/8” Flat Washer (21), 3/8” Nylon Washer
(23), 3/8” Flat Washer (21), 3/8” Lock Washer (25), and a 3/8” Hex Nut (26). Do not completely
tighten the hardware at this point.
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling.
MARK LOCATION OF HOLES IN
EXIT SUPPORT FOR DRILLING 3/8”
X 2” DEEP HOLES FOR CONCRETE
ANCHORS
USE HOLES IN FLANGE AS
TEMPLATE FOR DRILLING 1/2”
DIAMETER X 2.25” DEEP HOLES
FOR CONCRETE ANCHORS
FIGURE 8
FIGURE 9
(8)
(23)
(26)
(25)
(21)

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7) Attach the end of the next Runway Section (2) labeled B2 to the previously assembled runway
sections. Insert the hardware through the side rails of the assembly as shown in Figure 10, Detail A.
The required hardware is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 4” Button Head Cap Screw S/S (11), 3/8” Flat Washer
S/S (24), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Lock Washer S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut S/S (26).
Next, attach the runway parts to the 2
nd
branch arm as shown in Figure 10, Detail B. The hardware
required for this step is as follows: 3/8” X 5.5” Hex Bolt(8), 3/8” Flat Washer (21), 3/8” Nylon Washer
(23), 3/8” Flat Washer (21), 3/8” Lock Washer (25), and a 3/8” Hex Nut (26). It is important that the
Nylon Washer (23) be placed against the metal branch arm bracket.
This process should be repeated for the three remaining Runway Sections. Remember that order
of assembly is important. The end of each runway section is labeled and must be assembled to the
runway section with the same number.
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling
Assembly Tip: Irwin Quick Grip bar clamps may be used to help align the fastener holes in
the runway sections.
JOINT B1
JOINT B2
JOINT B3
FIGURE 10
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(21)
(23)
(25)
(26)
(24)
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8) Assemble the Entrance Section (1) of the slide to the last Runway Section (2).
First, insert the hardware through the sides of the runway as shown in Figure 11, Detail A. The
hardware required for this step is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 5” Button Head Cap Screw S/S (12),
3/8” Flat
Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Lock Washer S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut S/S (26).
Next, attach the runway assembly to the last branch arm, as shown in Figure 11
, Detail B. The bolts
will be threaded into the threaded inserts in the entrance section. The hardware required
includes: 3/8”-16 x 3.5” Button Head Cap Screw S/S (10), 3/8” Lock Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Flat
Washer S/S (25), and a 3/8” Nylon Washer (23).
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling
After you have started all of these bolts, you should go back through and tighten all of the
fasteners installed up to this point .
Apply the .5” wide X .3” tall gasket to the top runway parts along the outside curve edge
only. The gasket should be applied on the mating surface, between the bolt holes and the inside
edge of the part.
JOINT B4
JOINT B5
JOINT B1
JOINT B2
JOINT B3
FIGURE 1
1
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(24)
(25)
(26)
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(24) (25)
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VORTEX CLOSED FLUME PARTS LIST
ITEM #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
2 6-690-2 Runway Section 4 ea.
11 5-512 3/8” x 4” BHCS S/S 6 ea.
12 5-515 3/8” x 5” BHCS S/S 18 ea.
13 5-518 3/8” x 6” BHCS S/S 2 ea.
14 5-516 3/8” x 8.5” HHCS S/S 4 ea.
21 05-14-107 3/8” x 1” FLAT WASHER S/S 12 ea.
24 5-145 3/8” FLAT WASHER S/S 60 ea.
25 5-151 3/8” LOCK WASHER S/S 30 ea.
26 5-139 3/8” HEX NUT S/S 30 ea.
27 05-626 3/8” RUBBER WASHER 4 ea.
30 1-300-2 ½” SCH 40 PVC SPACER 2.75” 12 ea.
(2) (11) (12) (13) (14)
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VORTEX CLOSED FLUME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
9) Assemble the four remaining Runway Section (2) pieces. Order of assembly is important.
The end of each runway section is labeled and must be assembled to the runway section with the
same number. Assemble two sections together that are labeled T1 on the mating ends. Fasten the
two sections together using the two bolt locations through the side of the parts as shown in Figure
12, Detail A. The hardware required for the two side locations is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 4” Button
Head Cap Screw S/S (11), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Lock Washer
S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut S/S (26). Next, finish fastening the parts together as shown in Figure 12,
Detail B. The hardware required for this step is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 5” Button Head Cap Scr
ew (12)
and a 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (21), 3/8” Flat Washer (21), 3/8” Lock Washer (25), 3/8” Hex Nut (26).
Follow the same procedure to finish assembling the remaining two sections together. Assemble the
part labeled T2 to the previously assembled parts followed by the part labeled T3.
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling
JOINT T1
JOINT T2
JOINT T3
(12)
(26)
FIGURE 12
(21)
(25)
(11)
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10) For this portion of the installation you will need 3-4 people. Slide all four pieces of the top portion
of the flume up the slide from the bottom. Make sure the gasket is in place. Next, attach the
hardware at the top of the runway as shown in Figure 13, Detail B. The hardware required for this
step is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 6” Button Head Cap Screw S/S (13), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8”
Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Lock Washer S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut S/S (26). Next, working from the top
to bottom, fasten the flumes together along the outside edge as shown in Figure 13, Detail A. The
required hardware is as follows: a 3/8”-16 x 5” Button Head Cap Screw S/S (12), 3/8” Flat Washer
S/S (24), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), ½” Sch 40 PVC Spacer 3.25” (30), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24),
3/8” Lock Washer S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut S/S (26). Tighten the hardware until the gap in the joint is
closed.
Do not over tighten.
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling
FIGURE 13
(12)
(24)
(25) (26)
(24)
(13)
(26)
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11) Fasten the top and bottom runway parts together along the inside curve as shown in Figure 14,
Detail A. The hardware required for this step is as follows: a 3/8”-16 x 8.5” Hex Head Cap Screw
S/S (14), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Rubber Washer (27), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Lock
Washer S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut S/S (26). There are four locations where this step is repeated.
After you have started all of these bolts, you should go back through and tighten all of the
fasteners installed up to this point .
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling.
FIGURE 14
(14)
(27)
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(26)
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VORTEX OPEN FLUME PARTS LIST
ITEM #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
59 6-690-4 CURVE SECTION RISER 4 ea.
60 4-235 CURVE SECTION RISER BRACKET S/S 2 ea.
11 5-513 3/8” x 4.5” BHCS S/S 6 ea.
12 5-515 3/8” x 5” BHCS S/S 16 ea.
61 5-514 3/8” x .75” BHCS S/S 4 ea.
23 05-32-111 3/8” NYLON WASHER 6 ea.
24 5-145 3/8” FLAT WASHER S/S 60 ea.
25 5-151 3/8” LOCK WASHER S/S 22 ea.
26 5-139 3/8” HEX NUT S/S 22 ea.
30 1-300-2 ½” SCH 40 PVC SPACER 2.75” 12 ea.
(59)
(11) (12)
(60)
(61)
(24) (25) (26) (30)
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VORTEX OPEN FLUME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
9) Assemble the four Curve Section Riser (59) pieces. Fasten the two sections together using the
two bolt locations through the side of the parts as shown in Figure 15, Detail A. The hardware
required for the two side locations is as follows: 3/8”-16 x 4.5” Button Head Cap Screw S/S (11),
3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Lock Washer S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut
S/S (26).
Follow the same procedure to finish assembling the remaining two sections together.
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling
(25)
(26)
FIGURE 15
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10) Slide all four pieces of the open flume up the slide from the bottom. Make sure the gasket is
in place. Next, attach the hardware at the top of the runway as shown in Figure 16, Detail A. Use
the Open Flume Bracket (60) to secure the open flume pieces to the slide. The hardware required
for this step is as follows: First through the bottom flume and the bracket use a 3/8”-16 x 5” Button
Head Cap Screw S/S (12), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Lock Washer
S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut S/S (26). Next, through the open flume and the bracket use a 3/8”-16 x .75”
Button Head Cap Screw S/S (61). 3/8” Nylon Washer (23), and a 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24). Do
not fully tighten any of the hardware until all of the hardware has been assembled.
Do not over tighten.
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling
FIGURE 16
(12)
(25)
(26)
(24)
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11) Next, working from the top to bottom, fasten the flumes together along the outside edge as
shown in Figure 17, Detail A. The required hardware is as follows: a 3/8”-16 x 5” Button Head Cap
Screw S/S (12), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), ½” Sch 40 PVC Spacer
3.25” (30), 3/8” Flat Washer S/S (24), 3/8” Lock Washer S/S (25), 3/8” Hex Nut S/S (26). Tighten
the hardware until the gap in the joint is closed.
After you have started all of these bolts, you should go back through and tighten all of the
fasteners installed up to this point .
Note: Be sure to apply anti-seize to all fasteners to prevent galling.
FIGURE 17
(12)
(24)
(30)
(25)
(26)