Vero Poolside Slide™
Owner’s Manual

5481 Vero Poolside Slide

	TIP: To prevent scratches, assemble product on top of box or other soft surface.
	When the temperature is freezing or below, store indoors.
	PLEASE NOTE: Screws form their own holes. Apply pressure.
	Two people recommended.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD
– Small parts & sharp points present before assembly. Adult assembly required.
 WARNING: STRANGULATION HAZARD
DO NOT attach jump ropes, clothes lines, pet leashes or other loose hanging items not specifically designed for use with this equipment.
WARNING: SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN OCCUR.
DO NOT use if under the influence of alcohol.
DO NOT slide headfirst. Only Slide feet first in a seated position
DO NOT stand on or dive from slide.
Adult supervision is required for all persons using the slide to prevent a fall from occurring.
Fall Height: 48 inches (1.2 m). Falls to a hard surface can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: BURN HAZARD

• Always check the temperature of the product before letting your children play with it. (Remember that the product may cause burns if left in direct sunlight.)
• Always be aware of the sun and weather conditions, and do not assume that the equipment is safe because the air temperature is not very high.

WARNING: Always ensure that the 3 anchors are installed properly and slide does not move prior to each use.

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD OF SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY.
SAVE THIS SHEET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

INSTALLATION:

1. Slide intended for in-ground pool use only.
2. Minimum water depth 4.5 ft (56 in) or more.
3. Check pool level daily before use.
4. Keep the slide at a minimum distance of 6.5 feet (2 m) from structures or obstructions (including: fences, buildings, garages, houses, low hanging branches, tree stumps/roots, large rocks, laundry lines, or electrical wires.
5. Slide must be level.
6. Provide enough room so that slide can be used safely.
7. DO NOT allow children to play on the product until it is fully assembled. Regularly check to be sure all connections are tight.
8. To minimize risks posed by drill shavings, screws are designed to pierce the plastic and form their own threads.  Use caution not to over-tighten screws or they will not hold parts together appropriately.
9. Do not place slide in an area with ropes or float lines.
10. If a diving board is present at the pool reference 2011 ANSI/APSP/ICC-5 American National Standard for Residential Inground Swimming Pools, for diving envelope requirements. If possible place slide outside the diving envelope. Instruct children to not use a diving board and slide simultaneously.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Adult supervision is required at all times.
2. Limit: 1 person at one time.
3. Maximum weight for user 225 lbs (102 kg).
4. Avoid sliding into people or objects in pool.
5. Never allow children to:
   – slide headfirst.
   – attach items to the slide that are not specifically designed for use with the equipment, examples: jump ropes, clothesline, pet leashes, cables and chain as they may cause a strangulation hazard.
   – use the slide in a manner other than intended.
   – climb on slide when it is snow-covered.
   – use this product when temperatures fall below 32ºF (0ºC). Plastic materials may become brittle and crack.
   – slide alone.

APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND CODES:

The installation of the Vero Slide must comply with all applicable laws and building codes.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Before each use, inspect the product for loose or damaged parts.
2. Check the following items at the beginning of each use.
   – All connections and bolts for tightness, Tighten as required.
   – Hand rails and water fixture for tightness and correct assembly.
   – The condition of the slide. Look for signs of wear and tear such as broken or missing components, also cracking in plastic. Repair as necessary.
3. Do not use when the temperature drops below 32ºF (0ºC).
4. Clean with mild soapy water. For tougher dirt you can use a cleaning eraser.

REPLACE ALL DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS AS NEEDED. FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS, SEE CONTACT INFORMATION AT THE TOP OF PAGE 1.

DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Disassemble so that no unreasonable hazards exist. Please recycle when possible. Disposal must be in compliance with all government regulations.

HARDWARE

Measure 2 in on drill bit (R) and mark it for later use.TIP: To prevent scratches, assemble product on top of box or other soft surface.
TIP: To help with installation 1 person should attach screws, the second person should apply pressure and hold parts in place.Lay down steps (Y) and lower in slide (W) applying downward pressure to help close gaps. Person 2 should be applying pressure to minimize gaps. Person one should be installing screws (M). Repeat to other side.Using 2 people, attach support brace (X) into steps (Y) and slide (W). Repeat process to other end of brace (X). Tighten bolt (A) and nut (B) using rachet and wrench.Stand slide upright for installation of the screws into the base of the steps. This will help prevent gapping.Using screw (M), connect base ( AA ) to steps (Y).Use soapy water to attach sprinkler head (S) to hose (T) until fully secured.
Feed hose (T) through slide till sprinkler head (S) is in place. Make sure when inserting tube (T) through slide, that Sprinkler head (S) lines up creating no gaps. Continue to feed hose (T) through base (AA). Once through use two people to stand slide upright.Using soapy water attach hose attachment (K) to hose (T) until fully inserted and secure. One person should get on top of the slide to help apply pressure. Start with getting the back of the handle in first. The other person should help line up the front part of the handle.While holes are lined up have one person holding Handle in place while other attached bolts.
Start by placing handle bar (V) in and lining up back holes with plate (P) for bolt installation.Once both handles have been bolted into the steps and secured, the person putting bolts in should line up the holes for bolt install. The second person needs to hold handle in place and apply downward pressure.Line up the holes on the plate(N1) with handle (V) and install bolts (C) making sure plate is flush. Repeat process to other side.Using two people move the entire slide to the desired location of your pool. Mark the holes in the foot (Z) and base (AA) for anchor installation. NOTE: Slide needs to be set with overhang placed right at edge of concrete for proper anchor installation.
Once slide is in place, use a marker to mark the drill holes for the anchors into the concrete.Once holes are marked, move slide and use included drill bit to drill into concrete for anchor installation.For drilling and anchor installation hole needs to be  drilled straight otherwise installation will not hold slide in place. Once holes are drilled using provided masonry drill bit (S) to a minimum depth of 2 inches, use a hammer on the anchor tool (J) to drive anchor (H) into concrete. Making sure top is flush when complete.                 Using a 3/4″ socket, attach bolt (E), lock washer (F), and flat washer (G) to anchor (H). Tighten till secured.

The Step2 Company, LLC.
10010 Aurora-Hudson Rd.
Streetsboro, OH 44241 USA
1-800-347-8372 USA & Canada Only
(330)656-0440
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Documents / Resources

STEP 2 5481 Vero Poolside Slide [pdf] Owner's Manual 5481, 5481 Vero Poolside Slide, Vero Poolside Slide, Poolside Slide, Slide

References

• User Manual