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HG-3 FLUSHING SYSTEM
Installation Instructions
GENERAL
INSTALLATION
performance. Please read and
retain this manual.
Site Evaluation
Each Hydro-Guard® Flushing System
installation is unique and will
require a minimum of advance
planning. Prior to the installation of
the device, the drainage patterns
for the intended installation location
should be reviewed. The drainage
to prevent erosion. Inspect the
area immediately around the Unit
in order to ensure that the existing
ground cover is not subject to
severe erosion. You may opt to pour
a concrete pad or create a custom
installation to best suit your needs.
7.
Disinfect the Hydro-Guard®
Flushing Device in accordance
with the utility's policy. DO NOT
Overview
The Hydro-Guard® HG-3 Automatic
Flushing System, the industry's
premium patented, programmable
flushing apparatus, is suitable
for year-round use in moderate
to severe cold climates. This
Automatic Flushing System has
been designed, engineered,
and manufactured to provide
outstanding dependability and
Hydro-Guard HG-1 Atmospherically
Discharged Flushing Unit
1.
Remove the Hydro-Guard® Unit
from Its packaging and inspect for
possible damage during shipping.
2.
Excavate a suitably-sized ditch
ensuring it is connected on one
side to the utility's service line
trench. Remove any debris that
might create uneven pressure on
the Unit. Compact the bottom of the
hole in order to minimize settling
after installation. Place #57 stone,
then non-compacted clean bedding
material within the bottom of the
hole. Turn off service line feed.
3.
Slowly lower the Hydro-Guard®
Unit into place, pressing it firmly
into the noncompacted bedding
material until it Is fully seated.
Ensure that the Unit is level before
beginning the backfilling operation
(The bottom of the ground plate
should be approximately 1" above
the final grade).
4.
Connect the utility's water system
to the Hydro-Guard® Unit by means of
the 2" threaded connection.
5.
Backfill the hole around the Unit
with clean fill and/or #57 stone.
Backfilling should be accomplished
in 6" compacted lifts. Check that
the Unit is level.
6.
After installation is complete, sod
the area around the Hydro-Guard®
Unit or take other steps in order
pattern must permit discharged
water to flow away from the Hydro-
Guard® Flushing Unit or to be
absorbed by the surrounding soil.
exceed the dosage and contact
times recommended by the
AWWA.
8.
The Hydro-Guard® Automatic
Flushing Device may now be
pro grammed and placed Into
service.
