WetDek
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL
WESTERN SALES AND MANUFACTURING PLANT
06-901 © S.R. Smith LLC 2008 DEC09
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
P.O. Box 400 ● 1017 SW Berg Parkway
Canby, Oregon 97013
(503) 266-2231 ● Fax (503) 266-4334
www.srsmith.com
INTRODUCTION
The WetDek is designed for use as a residential splash pad. Proper installation, use, and maintenance
are essential for optimal performance and to reduce the risk of accident or injury. These instructions are
developed and intended for use with either the stand alone or poolside versions of the WetDek with 6, 9,
or 12 nozzles.
Check entire box and inside all packing materials for parts. Before beginning assembly, re ad 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 improper
installation voids S.R. Smith’s warranty and may affect the safety of the user.
**IMPORTANT**
WARNINGS
This unit must be hardwired only to a supply circuit that is protected by a ground
fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). Such a GFCI is required by most building codes and should be
provided by the installer, and must be tested before each use. Consult GFCI manufacturers’ instructions
for correct testing and operation. A bonding lug has been provided on the outside of the electrical control
box. The lug permits the connection of No. 8 AWG solid copper bonding conductor between the controller
and all other electrical equipment and exposed metal in the vicinity. ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
MUST COMPLY WITH NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE, AS WELL AS ANY APPLICABLE LOCAL
CODES. A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN MUST BE USED FOR ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.
The custom circuit board in the WetDek AquaDirector Controller has been tested before leaving
the manufacturing plant. A BLOWN CIRCUIT BOARD IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY
OF THIS PRODUCT. It is important to have a licensed electrician install the AquaDirector. Also, it is
important that they read the instructions provided here and the wire diagram in the controller to insure that
the circuit board is not damaged.
DANGER – RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Install at least 5 feet (1.5m) away from all metal
surfaces. A WetDek may be installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently
connected by a minimum No. 8 AWG solid copper conductor that is bonded to the control box. Do not
permit any electrical appliance such as a light, telephone, radio, or television within 5 feet (1.5m)
of a WetDek.
EXTREME CAUTION – adult supervision required during use. Do not leave
children unattended around the WetDek. To avoid accidents and injury, insure that children
cannot use the Wetdek unless they are supervised by a responsible adult at all times. Do not use the
WetDek if the drain cover or nozzles are broken or malfunctioning in any way. A broken drain cover can
cause severe injury so examination of drain before each use is critical. Insure before use that drain cover
is secured and that drain is functioning properly. Note: the WetDek is not intended to be a wading pool of
any sort; do not allow use if pooling or back up of water occurs.
CHEMICAL SAFETY – Play it safe with chemicals. Maintain sanitizer level of 3-5 ppm of
bromine or chlorine. There is risk of illness if the water is not properly sanitized. Follow all chemical
manufacturers’ recommendations to insure proper sanitation. Always store chemicals according to the
manufacturer’s label directions and keep them out of reach of children. The stand alone model reservoir
should be emptied at least every two months.
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WETDEK PARTS LIST
Poolside Stand Alone ITEM NO. QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
X X 1 1 30011 WetDek AquaDirector Controller
X X 2 6, 9, 12 31000 Brass Nozzles
X X 3 4 30005 1” HPV Valves
X X 4 4 30006 1” Valve Manifold Tee
X X 5 1 30007 1” Globe Valve
X X 6 1 30013 8” Drain w/ 6” ABS Hub
X X 7 1 30014 6” ABS to 4” PVC Converter
X 8 1 30001 ¾ HP Pump
X 9 1 30002 25sf Filter Housing/Chlorinator
X 10 1 30004 150 Gallon Reservoir w/ Fittings
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9) (10)
ITEMS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
1) PVC Pipe (4”, 1.5” and 1”, length varies) 8) Level
2) PVC Fittings (Varies) 9) PVC Saw
3) PVC Primer 10) Wire Cutters
4) PVC Glue 11) Tape Measure
5) 8 AWG Copper Bonding Wire 12) Valve Box (optional)
6) 16 AWG Electrical Wire (Valves) 13) 1” Spigot (optional)
7) 8 AWG Electrical Wire (Pump)
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WETDEK INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
The WetDek can be installed as a stand alone product or as a poolside feature. Each model requires
variations in installation. There is also a section of common installation requirements and a section for
optional additions that can be added to the system.
BACKYARD STAND ALONE MODEL
FIGURE 1
The stand alone version of the WetDek, shown in FIGURE 1, requires the installation of a dependent
pump and filtration system, as well as the placement of a 150 gallon reservoir. This is in addition to the
valve manifold, control box, and spray pad area that are required for all WetDeks.
Because the WetDek is based upon a
gravity drain, the top of the reservoir must be
located at least 6 inches lower than the drain.
This means that the reservoir should either be
buried or placed downhill from the WetDek
surface. The maximum change in height from
the WetDek surface to the standing level of
water in the reservoir is 5 feet; if more height
is required contact S.R. Smith. DO NOT HOOK
THE WETDEK UP TO A SUCTION RETURN.
1. The 150 Gallon Reservoir (10) has four
fittings that are pre-attached to the tank.
There are three 1 ½” female threaded
fittings and one 4” female threaded fitting.
The dimensions for the tank are as follows:
32” diameter, 51” height.
2. The 4” fitting is designated for the drain line.
3. The three 1 ½” fittings are in-line with each
other, and are located 90 degrees from the
4” drain line, as shown in FIGURE 2.
4. The lowest fitting is designated for the
suction line to the pump.
FIGURE 2
4
5. The middle fitting is designated for the recirculation/bypass line returning from the valve manifold.
6. The top fitting on the reservoir should be
connected as an overflow pipe or as an auto-fill.
If used as an overflow pipe, it should run to a
French drain or other overflow area.
7. The ¾ HP Pump (8) and 25sf Filter/Chlorinator
(9) should be setup as shown in FIGURE 3.
8. The ¾ HP Pump (8) and 25sf Filter/Chlorinator
(9) require 1 ½” PVC pipe for both inlet and
outlet.
9. The inlet of the pump should be connected to
the lowest 1 ½” fitting on the reservoir; the
maximum height for the self-priming pump
above the waterline in the reservoir is 7 ft.
10. The pump outlet should run directly to the
filter/chlorinator.
11. From the filter/chlorinator to the valve manifold
the pipe should stay at 1 ½” as long as possible
to reduce pressure loss in the pipe, but it needs
to be scaled down to 1” before the valve
manifold.
12. The pump for the stand alone version of the WetDek should be wired directly to the control box that
comes with the WetDek. THIS CONNECTION MUST BE DONE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN.
This will regulate when the pump runs in unison with the valves. The pump and controller run off of a
115 Volt power source. The WetDek AquaDirector Controller (1) is rated as a NEMA 3R enclosure,
which allows it to be placed indoors or outdoors.
13. The valve manifold for the Stand Alone version
should be setup as shown in FIGURE 4.
14. Each of the 1” Manifold Tees (4) should be
attached to one of the 1” HPV Valves (3). This is
FIGURE 4
done by threading the male portion of the
manifold tee to the female inlet side of the valve.
It is important to insure that the valve is placed
in the correct direction for the system to work
properly.
15. It is also important to insure that the valves are
all in the same orientation before attaching the
Manifold Tees (4) as shown in FIGURE 4.
16. The Manifold Tees (4) should first be wiped with
a PVC Primer and then given a liberal amount of
PVC Glue on one of the surfaces before
connecting the male and female ends.
17. The first three valves will each connect to one of
the zones controlled by the WetDek
AquaDirector Controller. The order is not
important.
18. The fourth valve will control the daily
recirculation function that is vital for the Stand
Alone version of the WetDek to insure that the
water remains clean.
19. The last portion of the valve manifold should
connect the 1” Globe Valve (5) from the end of
the valve manifold to the same line as the
recirculation line, as shown in FIGURE 4. This
will work as a bypass and will allow you to
manually adjust the heights of the water spray
for the whole system.
FIGURE 3
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