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2.2.3
Overflow - Warning Pipe
The Vortex Is supplied with a 32mm (1
¼“) tank connector which should be installed
using one of the predrilled holes in either the Left Hand side or Right Hand side of the
water tank. It is Important that any discharge from the warning pipe is visible.
A standard warning pipe installation kit is available. Contact Vernacare Customer Care
Department for details.
Points to Watch
Ensure that the supply line to the unit is at no point less than 15mm or larger is available
head is low.
Ensure that the water supply cannot be starved by any other fittings.
Fit an easily accessible, full way isolating valve close to the unit.
For installations with dirty water supplies it is recommended that an in-line filter is fitted.
Ensure that the route taken to soil drain is the shortest, with minimum number of bends. If
necessary, use long radius or ‘swept’ bends - never short or 90’ elbows.
The waste must be run separately to the soil stack or drain.
Ensure that there is a fall of a minimum of 1 in 25 or a sufficient fall to maintain a self-
cleansing velocity.
Provide easy access for Roding.
Ensure a clean run inside the pipework - leave no burrs or reducing shoulders.
With plastic pipework, ensure that there is no reduction in the bore size and that there is
adequate support for horizontal runs to prevent sagging. Remember, ceiling voids can get
very warm.
Avoid running the drain line near or across hot water pipes.
Anti-syphon precautions should be in line with general practice.
Ensure that the discharge from the warning pipe is visible.
Warning pipe arrangement must include an air break prior to a connection to a drain.
Waste must be run separately to soil stack or drain.
Do not reduce the diameter of the warning pipe at any point.
