possible and use sweeps as opposed to 90 degree elbows. If a short run is
not possible, please consider using a wider diameter pipe and reduce the
diameter shortly before the RDF. There are 4 water inlets and using more
of them will increase water flow through the filter. Connecting pipes to the
RDF may be accomplished with Fernco fittings. Any water inlet not being
used should be capped with rubber Fernco fitting. The total capacity of the
RDF depends on these water inlets.
There are two water outlets. It is preferable to utilize the water outlet that is
on the same side as the UV light as this will create better exposure of the
water to the light.
Both outlets can be used, but it
’s not necessary to do so. If an outlet is not
to be used it should similarly be capped with a Fernco type fitting.
It is also recommended that valves, whether it be a knife or ball type, be
utilized on the piping going in and out of the RDF. Take care the inner
diameter is the same as the inner of the piping
Overflow pipe
Inside the drum there is a vertical open ended pipe, which functions as an
overflow pipe. In the event of a rain storm or some other occurrence
causes changes to the outside water level, the overflow pipe will assist in
keeping water levels within tolerances. The vertical pipe is not glued so you
can adjust very fine or cut into the desired length you wish.
Also when working on the drum and a lot of dirt swims out you can remove
that pipe easy for cleaning inside before it goes to your bio filtration unit.
Tap water supply
A tap water coupling is already provided with the system. Do not replace
this connector because it transitions with piping inside the filter.
The max pressure the drum is designed to handle is 60 psi. The ideal
water pressure to operate the drum is 45 psi, with a capacity of 2 gallons
Overflow
Outlet 1
Outlet 2
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