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<br /> Infiltrator IM- and TW-Series OCTOBER2013
<br /> Tank General Installation Instructions 4rFILTRAT0R'
<br /> tanks
<br /> it''''c,FORE YOU BEGIN be drilled on either the sides or ends of the tank,as required based on applicable
<br /> trator Systems'tanks must be Installed according to state and/or local codes and site conditions.
<br /> regulations,which supersede the manufacturer's installation instructions. Florida,Indiana,Kentucky,Oregon,West Virginia and certain Texas tank Inlet/
<br /> If unsure of the Installation requirements for a specific site,contact the health outlet holes are factory drilled.
<br /> department or permitting authority.The IM-Series referred to in this document 3.The gaskets supplied with the tank are compatible with Schedule 40 and SDR
<br /> includes the IM-540,IM-1060,and IM-1530 tanks.The TW-Series includes the 35 pipe using a 5-inch-diameter(125 mm)hole saw with IM-Series tanks,and
<br /> TW-1250 and TW-1500 tanks, a 51A-Inch-dlameter(133 mm)hole saw with TW-Series tanks.
<br /> AWARNING:IMPLOSIONS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY 4.Install the rubber gaskets at the Inlet and outlet.
<br /> Follow Infiltrator Systems Inc.vacuum test instructions 5.Using the tank's integral lifting lugs,lower tank into excavation.
<br /> 6.Slide the inlet and outlet pipes'through the gaskets.Soapy lubricant may
<br /> MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED be used to slide the pipe in.
<br /> 'For North Carolina,the inlet pipe shall be a straight pipe with no tee.
<br /> O Infiltrator tank 0 Shovel 7.Horizontally position the tee 1142 Inches(40 mm)from the access port rim,
<br /> ❑Access port lid(s)(included) 0 Level allowing the tee to fit into the recess In the access port lid(see detail).
<br /> ❑10 screws per lid(included) ❑5-inch-diameter(125 mm) : � and risers(see Installing Risers section)as necessary.Rotate lid
<br /> ❑2 Inlet/outlet gaskets hole saw(IM-Series only) `cat =1f I"` . Ing until it indexes to tank and drops into position.
<br /> (Included)
<br /> 0 5.25-inch-diameter(133 mm) V� G I N F y Posma+TEE,.a aoa.a>
<br /> 0 Inlet/outlet tees' hole saw(TW-Series only F 9A ESSPORT, —FNOL,PDI1Twu
<br /> ❑Tape measure 0 Utility knife ,ihW 4/ 13076P E 9 -.•.---egg
<br /> ❑Pipe,risers,etc. ❑PVC pipe glue with primelgp / . (0.2+13
<br /> ACCESS
<br /> 0 Socket wrench 'tee Inclusion varies by state/provinc: (p O R E G O N�h OPENING
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<br /> INSTALLATION SITE SELECTION 4'REESE\-°N •
<br /> 1.Do not install the tank in vehicular traffic areas.The tank is designed for �1ylyyapsoxxoTw,sea a, n zTsnee)
<br /> non-traffic applications. EXPIRATION D � 20131"' tE�'µDIt415WS5 in(1.])S mm)
<br /> 2.The allowable soil cover depth is 6 to 48'inches(150 to 1,200 mm). AfJ3 `i``��i`,�`��`.
<br /> '18-inch(450 mm)max.In Florida for Cat.3 IM-and TW-Series tanks; r
<br /> 48-inch(1,200 mm)max.in Florida for Cat.4 IM-Series tanks;36-inch < a,,.a,ww ;/.-
<br /> (900 mm)max.In Massachusetts,New Hampshire,North Carolina,and Oregon. �`� gam:'
<br /> sThe tank shall not be installed where the subsurface water level outside the tank -. i
<br /> xceeds the height of the outlet pipe saddle.Follow Table 4 guidelines. i�1 '�G�``f' '��','�''l,"'�'
<br /> tXCAVATING AND PREPARING THE SITE Zp���p��'4\���N ..,. A4•
<br /> 1.Unless buoyancy control measures are required,the excavation width and
<br /> length should be 12 to 36 inches(300 to 900 mm)larger than the tank on BACKFILLING THE TANK
<br /> each side.See Infiltrator IM-and TW-Series Tank Buoyancy Control Guidance Note:Infiltrator tanks do not require filling with water prior to backfill
<br /> document,available online at www.infiltratorsystems.com,for specific excavation placement.Water filling and backfilling to the tank mid-height is required
<br /> requirements. if the tank is left in either an open or backfilled excavation that may fill with
<br /> 2.Excavate to account for the height of tank.55 Inches(1,375 mm)for the water from rain or other sources.
<br /> IM-Series tanks and 51 Inches(1,275 mm)for the TW-Series tanks.Also account 1.Backfill with suitable native soil.If native soil is unsuitable,replace unsuitable
<br /> for 4 Inches(100 mm)of bedding(if required),and backfill thickness(permissible fraction with suitable soil.If suitable soil Is not locally available,contact Infiltrator
<br /> cover depth is 0.5 to 4 feet(150 to 1,200 mm)of soil). Systems for assistance.
<br /> Note:If the water level outside the tank exceeds the height of the outlet a e a nc u e igl textural classes defined in the United States-1
<br /> pipe saddle,tank structural integrity may be compromised.Follow Department of Agriculture soil triangle.Suitable soil textural classes are based on
<br /> Table 4 guidelines. the tank Installation depth,as measured from finished grade to the top of tank.
<br /> 3.Inspect bottom of excavation to verify suitability of native soil for tank a)For a tank soil cover depth of 0.5 to 2.0 feet(150 to 600 mm),suitable soil
<br /> installation.Soils with large,protruding,or sharp stones or other similar objects textures include:
<br /> that may dame•e the tank are not suit•. : 100%CLAY �Y,
<br /> '. e tank may be insta e.either In suitable native soil(see Backfilling the Tank A I I I Unsuaab4
<br /> section)or a minimum 4-inch(100 mm)layer of well-graded granular soil having so0 Soiled'
<br /> particles less than 3 inches(75 mm)in diameter,or maximum 0.5-inch(13 mm) "AV.
<br /> I YtYh :Suitable XdaeteM
<br /> k_dlametet_DNsbed stoney_� eo xo Atkansu only:
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<br /> 5.Create a uniform,compacted,level surface to ensure that the bottom of the clay sof,bsoktll shat be tepee gravel
<br /> tank is evenly supported.Verify that the installation surface is flat. •.1w �. orelmlar angular stone,sized 12 loch
<br /> ` `• re,tt euaw 001. r / ao - •c to 1.1/2 inches.
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<br /> 1.Inspect the tank for damage before Installation. e0 00 70 Q0 6D 40 30 20 10
<br /> 2.If the tank Inlet and outlet penetrations are not drilled,drill holes using the drill Percent SAND 0 a o
<br /> points provided at each of the inlet and outlet ports according to the applicable A7 L AST 30 4 SAN
<br /> Inlet and Outlet Hole Locations section of this document.The Inlet and outlet may
<br /> allure to comply with these installation instructions may invalidate the warranty.Contact Infiltrator Systems'Technical Services Department for assistance at 1-800-221-4436.
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