GL0016P-02 Installation Guidelines for BioDisc
®
Units BF, BG, NF & NG
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6.2.2. Connect the cable(s) to the appropriate electrical junction(s) in the BioDisc, fitting the glands
supplied. The cables can be identified by their numbered end connectors which correspond to
connection points in the BioDisc. The end numbers on the motor/gearbox cable correspond with the
numbered terminals in the motor/gearbox terminal box.
Connection Point
Connector Type
End Numbers
Motor/Gearbox
Three Phase : 1, 2, 3, Earth
Terminal Box
Single Phase : 1, 3, Earth
Sludge Return
Pump
Junction Box fixed
inside BioDisc Case
Pin
L1, N1, Earth
Loss of Rotation
Alarm
Junction Box fixed to
Motor Support Beam
Pin
6, 7, Earth
6.2.3. Ensure that cables inside the BioDisc are securely tied to the structure, clear of the drive
arrangement and do not present a trip hazard.
6.2.4. Units may be supplied with an optional Independent Remote Alarm (used in conjunction with a
standard Control Panel). This is supplied with a fixing kit. Install in accordance with the installation
instructions provided. Please note that the Remote Alarm Unit should not be installed more than 100
metres from the BioDisc and that the interconnecting cable (customer supply) should be laid in a
separate trench to prevent electrical interference.
6.2.5. Connect the incoming power supply to the control panel, using suitable cable and current overload
protection. (See section 3.11). Ensure that the panel is securely closed.
Full Load Current (Amps)
BF
BG
NF
NG
240 volt single phase
1.3
1.55
1.3
1.55
415
volt
three
phase
0.69 0.67 0.69 0.67
Sludge return pump
240 volt single phase only
N/A
2.4
2.4
2.4
7.0 Ancillary Equipment
Ancillary items should be installed in accordance with the Installation Guide supplied e.g.
Crude Sewage Pump Station, Effluent Pump Station, Effluent Sample Chamber, Grease Trap.
8.0 Start Up
8.1. Refer to the Owners Handbook for details of the Start Up Procedure.
8.2. Once the unit has been installed it should be left filled with water. Please switch on the motor,
following the procedure in the Owners Handbook and leave the unit running, even if there is no
sewage being fed into the plant. If the unit has been installed with no operational power supply, then
remove the motor/gearbox unit, and drive chain/belt and store them in a dry or heated environment
until such time as the unit is ready for permanent operation.
BioDisc is the registered trademark of Kingspan.
Motor/Gearbox
Pin
Motor
