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General Handling and Storage Instructions

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  1. The Downstream Defender ® internal components are manufactured utilising highly durable co-polymer polypropylene. Improper handling can result in damage to the components and the precast concrete chamber. Failure to comply with the handling, storage and installation instructions voids warranties.
  2. Upon delivery of the Downstream Defender® components, inspect immediately for delivery damage. If any discrepancies or product problems are found notify the supplier prior to unloading to initiate corrective action. Unloading of a damaged unit without notifying the supplier voids all warranties and releases liability of costs of repair or replacement from Hydro International or CPM Group.
  3. At all times during unloading and installation, avoid any unnecessary and extreme impacts to the units. Do not allow components to be dropped, rolled or pushed. All components shall be lifted and transported using the designated lifting points where supplied giving firm and complete support to the unit. At no time shall anyone step, stand or otherwise place unnecessary load on the components.
  4. The Downstream Defender ® shall be installed as soon as possible. Pending installation any loose components including universal head-links, sealant or seals shall be temporarily stored in an area protected from dirt and impact.

 

General Installation Instructions

  1. The chamber excavation shall be properly prepared in advance so that the unit may be installed as soon as practical upon delivery. The chamber excavation shall meet all minimum Health and Safety standards for construction.
  2. The area of excavation should be carefully checked for services to at least 800 mm greater than the external diameter of the chamber (see information Table Page 9) and any service should be excluded from the area.
  3. A sub-base of compacted stone or concrete (depending on site conditions) must be level and at the correct elevation prior to placing the Downstream Defender® concrete chamber in to the excavation.
  4. There are three lifting arrangements for the Downstream Defender® depending on size range.
    · The Cover slab requires a three-legged chain (to be supplied by the customer).
    · The 2 m to 3 m unit requires the use of a spreader beam (spreader beam is supplied by CPM Group).
    · The 1000 to 1800 mm unit uses a pair of universal head-links which hook under the head of the cast-in lifting anchor into; these are located opposite each other on the outside surface of the unit. (two-legged chain is required to be supplied by the customer).
    Details of how to engage the universal head-links are shown below.

  5. The inlet/outlet connection arrangements are different on each size range, therefore please contact the supplier for up to date advice.

1000 mm and 1200 mm single piece Installation Instructions

  1. Offload the ready to install precast concrete chamber containing the Downstream Defender® and install in the prepared excavation.
  2. Ensure the inlet and outlet stub pipes are correctly orientated and the unit has been checked for line and level.
  3. Make sure all internal equipment is in place and no tools or loose items have been left in unit.
  4. Place the Butyl sealant around the top surface of chamber before installing the cover slab. The orientation of the access is across the flow, as shown in the 2000 mm installation section.
  5. The unit can now be carefully back filled with suitable material.
  6. The inlet/outlet pipes can now be push fitted into place.
  7. Setting-to-work – Fill the chamber with clean water until the discharge from the outlet commences.

1470 mm and 1800 mm two piece unit Installation Instructions

  1. These units are delivered to site in two main components, the sump base chamber which is 1.25 m high and the main top chamber which contains the benching skirt and the vortex.
  2. Install the sump base chamber into the prepared excavation ensuring to check line and level.
    The above shows the starting and the finishing position of the seal.
  3. Ensure the sealing ring is in the correct position as shown in above diagram. The inner surface of the steel band and the seal must be coated with a jointing lubricant (not supplied by CMP Group) before jointing commences.
  4. Carefully lower and guide the main top chamber onto the sump base. Ensure the inlet and outlet stub pipes are correctly orientated.
  5. Make sure all the internal equipment is in place and no tools or loose items have been left in the unit before the cover slab is put in place.
  6. Place the Butyl sealant around the top surface of chamber before installing the cover slab. The orientation of the access is across the flow, as shown in the 2000 mm section
  7. The unit can now be carefully back filled with suitable material.
  8. The inlet/outlet stub pipes can now be connected with the use of a band seal coupling (not supplied by CPM Group).
  9. Setting-to-work – Fill the chamber with clean water until the discharge from the outlet commences.

2000 mm two piece unit Installation Instructions

  1. The 2000 mm unit is delivered to site in two main components, the sump chamber which is 1m in height and the main chamber which has the vortex and benching skirt pre-fitted (effective height 2.75 m). Note: The stub pipes are not fitted on this size of unit, please contact your supplier for up to date connection advice on the inlet/outlet arrangements.
  2. Install the bottom sump into the prepared excavation ensuring to check line and level. The unit has alignment marks along the direction of the flow to aid installation.
  3. Screw in the four locating nuts and ensure the sealing ring is in the correct position as shown below.
  4. Carefully lower and guide the main top chamber onto the sump chamber and the four locating nuts. Ensure the inlet and outlet holes are correctly orientated. Check for line and level.
  5. Make sure all the internal equipment is in place and no tools or loose items have been left in the unit before the cover slab is put in place.
  6. Place the Butyl sealant around the top surface of chamber before installing the cover slab. The orientation of the access is across the flow as shown below.
  7. Setting –to-work – Fill the chamber with clean water until the discharge from the outlet commences.

2550 mm and 3000 mm four piece units Installation Instructions

  1. The 2550 mm and 3000 mm units are delivered to site in four main components. The base sump chamber, the middle section which contains the benching skirt, the top section which has the inlet/outlet holes and the main vortex which is delivered in a carrying cradle as shown below. Note: The stub pipes are not fitted on these sizes, please contact your supplier for up to date connection advice on the inlet/outlet arrangements.
  2. Install the bottom sump into the prepared excavation ensuring to check line and level. The unit has alignment marks along the direction of the flow to aid installation.
  3. Screw the four locating nuts and ensure the sealing ring is in the correct position as shown in the 2000 mm installation.
  4. Carefully lower and guide the middle chamber onto the base sump chamber and the four locating nuts. There are alignment marks on the unit to aid installation.
  5. Follow the same procedure for the top section ensuring the inlet and outlet holes are correctly orientated. Check for line and level.
  6. Unscrew the securing bolts from the carrying cradle to release the main vortex, and carefully lift the vortex out of the cradle. Carefully lower the vortex into the chamber section ensuring the correct orientation of the inlet/outlet holes, there are 10 cut-outs located in the top inside surface of the chamber that the vortex sits into.


  7. Place the sealing strip around the top of the chamber, placing centrally over the gap between the concrete and the vortex. Make sure all the internal equipment is in place and no tools or loose items have been left in the unit before the cover slab is put in place. The cover slab can now be installed, orientation as in the 2000 mm instructions.
    8. Setting-to-work – Fill the chamber with clean water until the discharge from the outlet commences.