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AdvanTex
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MANUAL
C O M M E R C I A L T R E A T M E N T S Y S T E M S
Introduction
This section covers the start-up of an AdvanTex
®
-AX100 Treatment
System in a commercial application. The formal start-up of an AdvanTex
Treatment System should only be performed by trained personnel. As a
trained member of the team performing the system start-up, you play
a critical role in the operation of the system. The decisions made at the
time of the start-up will determine the long-term maintenance needs
of the system. Regulators, manufacturers, dealers, property owners,
neighbors, and service providers all rely on a thorough start-up.
Before you start your system, please read this entire manual, as well as
the engineering plans, and contact your Dealer if you have any questions.
You’ll save yourself time and money, and you’ll reduce the potential for
follow-up work. For information specific to your system, refer to your
detailed engineering plans.
We recommend following the flow path through the treatment train,
if possible, when performing the system start-up, beginning at the
building outlets and ending at the final discharge point. By following this
start-up sequence, the treatment train can be effectively inspected for
proper operation and each step in the process can be given systematic
attention.
Roles and Responsibilities
Prior to start-up, the Orenco Representative or AdvanTex Dealer will
contact the Designer, Installer, and Service Provider to coordinate a start-
up date. The date will be based on a status report provided by the Orenco
Representative and the availability of all parties. The status report will
include, but will not be limited to, verification of leak testing performed
by the Installer, installation of all equipment, and the availability of power,
phone line, and water at the site.
• The
AdvanTex Dealer
is expected to be on site and is either
performing the start-up or acting as a coordinator and general
resource during the installation and start-up of the system.
• The
Designer
is required at the site during start-up to answer
questions concerning site-specific issues not covered in the plans,
timer settings, and float settings.
• The
Installer
is required at the site during start-up to address any
installation issues that arise.
• The
Service Provider
is required at the site during start-up to
become familiar with the system, receive training on control panel
and treatment system operation, and to learn correct sampling
techniques for the system.
Safety Precautions
Before starting up, maintaining, or servicing any wastewater treatment
system, observe the following precautions for the safety and health of all
service personnel working with or around wastewater, effluent, and its
associated equipment:
• Wear proper clothing that covers all parts of the body that will be
exposed to wastewater or effluent.
• Wear personal protection equipment (PPE) such as rubber gloves
and eye protection when handling or touching any equipment
components that come in contact with wastewater or effluent.
• Turn off system power at the service entrance panel and set the
circuit breakers in the panel to their “OFF” positions before removing
any system components. If the control panel or service entrance
panel is not within eyesight of the pumping system, use Lock Out/
Tag Out tags to ensure safety.
• Avoid driving over any part of the wastewater treatment system
unless it’s been equipped to withstand vehicle traffic. If the system is
subject to possible traffic, put a barricade up to protect the system.
• Do not enter any tank access. Any work performed on the tank
should be done from the outside. Gases and/or oxygen depletion in
the tank can be fatal.
• Secure all tank access lids properly to the riser after all work is
complete.
• Practice proper personal hygiene at all times.
Start-up & Operation
