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Installation Manual
NIM-ATX-AXRT-1
Rev. 1.0, © 1/10
Orenco Systems
, Inc.
®
AdvanTex
-AX20-RT
®
Treatment Systems
Residential Applications
An illustrated guide to installing
an Orenco AdvanTex
Treatment System.
AX20-RT
®
Orenco Systems
®
Incorporated
Changing the Way the
World Does Wastewater
®
800-348-9843
541-459-4449
www.orenco.com
www.vericomm.net
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Summary of Contents for Orenco AdvanTex AX20-RT
- Page 1 AdvanTex -AX20-RT Installation Manual ® Treatment Systems Residential Applications An illustrated guide to installing an Orenco AdvanTex AX20-RT ® Treatment System. Orenco Systems ® Incorporated Changing the Way the World Does Wastewater ® 800-348-9843 541-459-4449 NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 www.orenco.com Rev. 1.0, © 1/10 www.vericomm.net...
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Homeowners, neighbors, service providers, regulators, Dealers, manufacturers ... we all rely on your expertise and good work. At Orenco, we’ve worked hard to make your installation as easy and “hassle-free” as possible. We’re very proud of this wastewater treatment system. - Page 3 AX20-RT Treatment Units ® This manual covers installation of all models of our AdvanTex AX20-RT Treatment Units. In addition to this man- ual, the installation manual for the system’s electrical control panel describes installation, wiring, and operating instructions for Orenco control panels. Please read all other control panel documentation, as well.
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Page 4: Overview
(usually a half-minute or less), typically 72 times a day. This frequent “microdosing,” which optimizes the treatment process, occurs 24 hours a day, to maintain the proper biological environment. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10... -
Page 5: Step 1: Review Or Sketch Site Plans
Designer before scheduling the installation. Outlet riser 1b) No Site Plans Provided: If you are installing the AX20-RT without detailed site plans, or with plans of limited detail, contact your local Dealer or Orenco 2 ft. Septic tank for design assistance. outlet • Determine and sketch the exact positions of the primary tank and... -
Page 6: Step 2: Excavate And Set Primary Tank
Step 3a: Be sure you are installing the right size risers for your application and the size of the tank opening. Step 3b: Wipe the areas to be bonded with a clean rag to ensure a clean, dry bonding surface. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10... -
Page 7: Step 4: Install Effluent Filter
Step 4c: For easier access when servicing, you can extend the cartridge handle with a longer length of ¾-in. Sch 40 PVC pipe. Orenco effluent filter installed on the septic tank outlet ® © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10... -
Page 8: Step 5: Excavate And Set Ax20-Rt Unit
WARNING: Do not allow workers to stand in or near the excavation while placing the unit! CAUTION: Use a lifting device that will not damage the unit or the lid of the unit. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10... -
Page 9: Step 6: Prep And Install Counterbuoyancy
If you are unsure whether or not your installation requires counterbuoyancy mea- sures, contact your Dealer or Orenco. There are two types of counterbuoyancy offered by Orenco, fac- tory counterbuoyancy flange kits or counterbuoyancy tie-down hardware kits. -
Page 10: Step 7: Partially Backfill Ax20-Rt Excavation
Step 8b: Wait at least 15 minutes and then inspect the midseam of the unit for leaks. There should be no drop in liquid level and no visible leakage from the seam. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10... -
Page 11: Step 9: Connect Transport Line And Passive Air Vent
IMPORTANT: In all cases, the line between the passive air vent and the unit must be sloped back ¼ in. per foot (20 mm per meter) toward the unit. To prevent accumulation of water, do not allow any “bellies” or low points in the vent piping. Keep the 2-in. vent piping less than 20 ft (6 m) in total length. Passive air vent © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10... -
Page 12: Step 10: Install And Test Control Panel
Then call your local Dealer or log in to our online Document Library at www.orenco.com and download a copy of the installation instructions (Category “Instructions, Electrical”). You can also call Orenco for a replacement. - Page 13 The amperage should be within the specifications of the pump. Measure amperage © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 ®...
- Page 14 The appropriate digital input should be illuminated when the “Push-To-Silence” button is held in. When the audible alarm sounds to indicate that the panel is no longer in Test Mode, release the button. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10...
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Page 15: Step 11: Test System Function
When you are finished, take the control panel out of Test Mode. Step 11d: Close and bolt down the AX20-RT unit lid when you Measure squirt height. are finished. © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10... -
Page 16: Step 12: Complete Final Backfill
For example, if at least a 2-in. (51-mm) length of 1/8-in. (3-mm) thread can be held on one end without tearing, the soil is cohesive. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10... - Page 17 Installation Manual: AdvanTex AX20-RT Treatment Units ® Notes © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10...
- Page 18 Installation Manual: AdvanTex AX20-RT Treatment Units ® Notes NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10...
- Page 19 Installation Manual: AdvanTex AX20-RT Treatment Units ® Notes © 2010 Orenco Systems Inc. NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 ® Rev. 1.0, 1/10...
- Page 20 AdvanTex ® Installation Guide Treatment Systems Residential Applications Orenco Systems ® AdvanTex Treatment System AXN Models Incorporated meet the requirements of ANSI-NSF ® Changing the Way the Standard 40 for Class I Systems. World Does Wastewater ® NIM-ATX-AXRT-1 800-348-9843 Rev. 1.0, © 1/10...