1.
Excavate pit allowing for tank dimensions and at least
500mm to each side and 400mm to the surface. Ensure
the base is level using a 100mm layer of sand.
2. Assemble the modules as per
the instructions ensuring there are 4 sides and 4
braces in each module.
3. Place a layer of geotextile on the base and to
the sides of the pit with enough overlap to cover
the top once complete.
4. Place the liner base inside the pit above the geotextile
layer. The inside of the liner
should be kept clean at all times.
5. Begin installation of the tank structure by placing
the assembled modules on top
and beside one another ensuring the 450mm side is
in the upright position.
6. Once the modules are in place pull the excess liner
over the top of the tank and secure the eyelets to
the top layer of modules using plastic ties.
7. Place the lid liner over the top of the tank and
ensure the sides of the lid overlap the sides of the
base liner securely. Using duct tape secure the liner
lid to the base.
8. Install the EnviroSump and connect downpipes into
the EnviroSump above the stainless steel basket and
filterbag. If additional depth is required, then 300mm
risers should be used. The tank will need to sit at
a lower depth as a result.
9. Connect inlet pipes from the EnviroSump to the
tank and secure to the top of the tank using AUSDRAIN
150mm connectors or an appropriate flange and ensure
that the pipe connection is sealed using PVC glue.
The liner is made from PVC so will adhere to PVC connections.
10. Connect an overflow pipe from the tank preferably
from the top of the tank using
AUSDRAIN 150mm connector or an appropriate flange
and seal properly.
11. Surround the tank completely with the geotextile
provided to protect the liner during backfilling.
12. Install the suction line through the top of the
tank for connection to an above ground pump. Once
again ensure that the pipe is sealed to the tank liner
using an appropriate flange.
13. Back-fill with clean sand to the sides and 200mm
above the tank. There should be no
sharp objects in the back-fill material.
14. Compact the sand area by soaking the area with
a hose. Only light machinery such as a bob cat with
tracks should be used to back fill the tank.
15. Place a second layer of geotextile
over the sand to act as a dig alert and liner protection
layer.
16. Lay 300 mm of clean topsoil
above the geotextile layer. It should be noted that
careful selection of trees and plants should be made
so as not to interfere with the liner. If root penetration
is possible the tank should be surrounded with a root
barrier to prevent interference.
17. Once installed section off the tank area so as
to prevent heavy traffic from damaging the tank during
construction works if required.
18. Ensure that the filter basket and filter bag are
placed inside the EnviroSump. It is imperative that
the EnviroSump is maintained regularly to prevent
blockage of the basket and filter.
19. Install the relevant signage i.e. Rainwater as
required by the local authority.
20. Please be aware that the water stored in the AUSDRAIN
tank is not recommended for drinking and should only
be used for toilet flushing, laundry and gardens. |