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OWNER’S MANUAL
ASSEMBLY AND SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
S.R.SMITH SLIDEAWAY SLIDES ARE MANUFACTURED FOR INSTALLATION AND USE ON INGROUND SWIMMING POOLS ONLY.
THE SLIDEAWAY 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.
06-804 JUN-2019
Contents
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
WARNINGS AND SAFETY SUMMARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
INTENDED USE INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STRUCTURAL & INSTALLATION CHECKLIST . . . . . . . . . .6
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ASSEMBLED SLIDEAWAY™ LAYOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SLIDE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
SLIDE SETUP INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
HOSE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
WARRANTY & PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION . . 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 SlideAway™ 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, oating
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 gures 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 the slide owner the SlideAway Owner’s Manual, and answer all questions
regarding safe and proper use and slide maintenance.
Visit SlideAway.com for an Installation Video
and FAQ to ensure the proper set-up and use
of your SlideAway™
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WARNINGS AND SAFETY SUMMARY
DANGER-FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND THE
OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DANGER
DO NOT
SLIDE
HEAD
FIRST
HEAD FIRST SLIDES ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED
TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY, IT IS NECESSARY THAT THE USER KNOW THAT THE
CHIEF DANGER OF HEAD FIRST SLIDING IS SERIOUS SPINAL INJURY. INJURIES TO THE SPINE MAY
RESULT IN TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT PARALYSIS OR EVEN DEATH. RESEARCH STUDIES HAVE
SHOWN THAT YOU CANNOT RELY ON THE WATER TO SLOW YOU DOWN SUFFICIENTLY TO
AVOID INJURY.
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INTENDED USE INSTRUCTIONS
The SlideAway slide is designed and manufactured for installation
and use on inground swimming pools only. Do not install the
SlideAway slide on above ground pools, houseboats, boat docks,
oating docks or platforms, or other bodies of water such as
lakes, ponds, rivers, etc. Proper assembly, installation, use, and
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES LISTED
BELOW.
MAKE SURE THAT EVERYONE WHO USES THE
SLIDEAWAY KNOWS AND FOLLOWS ALL RULES.
CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT
AT ALL TIMES WHEN USING THE SLIDE.
WARNING
supervision is essential for proper operation and to reduce the
risk of serious injury or death.
1. The SlideAway slide must be placed on the pool in a location that meets the requirements of
manufacturer’s placement instructions on pages 13, 14, and 15.
2. The SlideAway slide ladder must be lled to the minimum water ll line when the slide is in use. The water
level must be checked daily to make sure the water is at the correct level.
3. SlideAway support brace must be installed when the slide is in use.
4. Slide feet rst only as shown in Figure 1. Do not slide head rst.
5. Only one person allowed on the slide at a time with a maximum user weight of 125 lb (57 kg).
6. Adult supervision required at all times when children are using the slide.
7. Hold onto handrails at all times when using the ladder.
8. No roughhousing or horseplay on slide.
9. Do not jump or dive from any part of the slide.
10. Familiarize yourself with the shape of the pool bottom and the water depth before you slide.
Slide feet rst only.
11. Do not slide until all submerged obstacles, surface objects or other swimmers are clear of the slider’s
pathway.
12. Do not use the slide while under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
13. Don’t slide alone; use the buddy system.
14. Take your time in preparing to slide. Move forward slowly and get yourself positioned properly
before starting the slide.
15. Only persons healthy enough for water activities should use the slide. Persons with medical conditions,
including pregnancy, should consult their doctor before using the slide. Persons with physical disabilities
should use caution and may require assistance.
16. Do not use the slide if any part of it becomes damaged, weakened, or broken. Have the slide inspected
and, if necessary, repaired by a pool professional, who is familiar with water slides before using the slide.
See installed slides’ structural & installation checklist.
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