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SKYHYDRANT
- USER GUIDE & DATA SHEET
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SkyHydrant ultrafiltration units are ideal for supplying drinking water in remote
locations from both surface and ground water supplies. SkyHydrants can be setup
and operated by non-technical persons and require no power or replacement filters.
SKYHYDRANT SETTING UP
Select a secure undercover location for the SkyHydrant
sheltered from sun and rain and install in an upright position.
The site should be located in a well-drained position with access
to a disposal area for the discharge of backwash water.
A maintenance person should undertake daily cleaning and
servicing of the unit to ensure it’s continuous operation. Log
sheets should also be completed to record water production
and to schedule servicing of the unit.
SKYHYDRANT ASSEMBLY
Connect the Cleaning Handles
Unwind the head shaft a few turns anticlockwise to release
pressure and remove the two temporary bolts used during
shipping. Next, screw the two cleaning handles into the top
of the SkyHydrant making sure they are firmly seated into
position.
Attach Legs and/or Wall Brackets
Use fasteners provided to screw the legs onto the base of
the unit and/or attach the wall mounting brackets to the back
of the SkyHydrant which in turn can be secured to a wall or
upright (see Fittings & Accessory Sheet for details).
Connect Plumbing Fittings
All outlets use 20mm (3/4”) BSP connectors and quick
connect fittings. The taps numbers T1 “Dirty Water In” and T2
“Backwash Out” can be folded down level for use.
Setup Ancillary Connections
Connect hoses and fittings to allow the SkyHydrant to function
i.e. Taps, pipes, tanks, pumps or other equipment (see How
the Ultrafiltration Unit Works for details).
• Connect “dirty water in” hose to T1 “Dirty Wash In”.
• Connect “backwash out” hose to T2 “Backwash Out”.
• Connect drinking water “clean water out” hose to T3
“Clean Water Out”.
