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AERATED WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
LIFESTYLE WASTEWATER SYSTEM
Owner's Manual
Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is correct and accurate, users
of Hynds product or information within this document must make their own assessment of suitability for their particular
application. Product dimensions are nominal only, and should be verified if critical to a particular installation. No warranty is
either expressed, implied, or statutory made by Hynds unless expressly stated in any sale and purchase agreement entered
into between Hynds and the user.
WW-LSv5-OM (Oct-23)

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  • Page 1 Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is correct and accurate, users of Hynds product or information within this document must make their own assessment of suitability for their particular application. Product dimensions are nominal only, and should be verified if critical to a particular installation. No warranty is either expressed, implied, or statutory made by Hynds unless expressly stated in any sale and purchase agreement entered into between Hynds and the user.
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  • Page 3 How often do I need to Your service technician will advise you when the system needs pump out my system? pumping out. Typically this is every 2-3 years. See page 11. HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL | 3...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing the Hynds Lifestyle wastewater treatment system. Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before using the Lifestyle system and keep it for future reference. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Please contact Hynds Wastewater to request the latest manual.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Any work carried out by an unauthorised organisation or person may void the warranty. Hynds recommends the system is on a service contract with a trained service technician. When reading this Manual, please pay special attention to the following signs:...

  • Page 6: Overview

    If your contracted service technician is unavailable, one day. they will offer an alternative trained Service Technician, as per the Service Contract. 6 | HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 7: Treatment Process

    The system has a two-stage aeration process. The water is aerated using an electric blower and air diffusers. The oxygen-rich environment allows aerobic bacteria to thrive on the media blocks as they rapidly digest organic matter. HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL | 7...
  • Page 8 Lifestyle Elite System The Lifestyle Elite System is comprised of the Lifestyle Advanced system plus an additional 4500L septic tank, which allows the system to handle larger volumes or loads. Legend Wastewater enters from inlet 1st stage Primary treatment Biological filter on primary outlet...

  • Page 9: Caring For Your System

    ▪ Buy environmentally friendly labelled products such as Eco Store from your supermarket. ▪ If the tank takes a while to settle, purchase live bacteria Septic Tank Starter from Eco Store. HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL | 9...
  • Page 10 ✓ Provide a small bin for sanitary items.  Flush sanitary items, condoms or nappies. ✓ Use natural cleaning products.  Flush antibacterial wipes.  Use toilet block cleaners (cistern & bowl). 10 | HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 11: Maintaining Your System

    ▪ Checking controller – all alarms and functions are operating effectively. ▪ Checking Aeration Tank and pipes for sludge, flushing or vacuuming as required. ▪ Monitoring primary sludge build-up for potential pump out. Lifestyle Version 5 Controller HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL | 11...

  • Page 12: Natural Alternative Cleaning Solutions

    Instructions Mix in a bucket. ▪ ▪ Use a mop or suitable cloth to apply Instructions Air dry. Wipe over with a cloth soaked in white vinegar. ▪ ▪ 12 | HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 13 NOTES HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL | 13...
  • Page 14 NOTES 14 | HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM – OWNER’S MANUAL...
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  • Page 17 Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is correct and accurate, users of Hynds product or information within this document must make their own assessment of suitability for their particular application. Product dimensions are nominal only, and should be verified if critical to a particular installation. No warranty is either expressed, implied, or statutory made by Hynds unless expressly stated in any sale and purchase agreement entered into between Hynds and the user.
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  • Page 19 This information is specifically for a trained service technician for the Lifestyle System v5. Please read the Lifestyle Operation & Maintenance Manual carefully before operating or servicing the system. Keep this manual for future reference.

  • Page 20: Safety Precautions

    Please read the Operation and Maintenance Manual and Safety Precautions before operating or servicing the plant. The contents of this section are important to ensure the safety of everyone working onsite. Maintenance must be carried out in accordance with the relevant safety regulations. Hynds recommends a risk assessment be completed before commencing work.

  • Page 21: Process Description

    >2m above the prevent solids from entering the next chamber. top of the dome lid. The Lifestyle system and the size of the irrigation pump Stage & 2 Stage Aeration Chamber have been designed to ensure the whole system remains in balance, based on daily volumes and loads.
  • Page 22 Lifestyle Elite System The Lifestyle Elite System is comprised of an additional septic tank; the Lifestyle Advanced system plus an additional 4500L septic tank, which allows the system to handle larger volumes and loads. Note: North Island: Irrigation filter is outside the tank (as pictured).
  • Page 23 The panel will continue to show a fault until the problem is corrected. The Lifestyle Controller v5 is the same as the version 4 controller, with the addition of a start/stop float. The Irrigation Pump Filter is the main reason for an alarm.

  • Page 24: Servicing Procedure

    3. SERVICING PROCEDURE Frequency The system requires a service EVERY 6 MONTHS by a Hynds-trained service agent to ensure the system maintains its warranty and optimum performance. Field Service Report Complete each section of the Field Service Report and all required actions as per the procedure below. Take photos where indicated in the Field Service Procedure and of any abnormal conditions or states.
  • Page 25 Sludge Judge Typical Sludge Profile no longer usable. Step 4: Primary Treatment Chamber a) Sludge Return (for Lifestyle Advanced and Ultimate) Ensure sludge return is operating correctly. b) Measure Sludge Levels Use a Sludge Judge or similar to measure sludge depth and scum thickness.
  • Page 26 Clarification chamber b) Flush Sludge Return This is a new procedure for Lifestyle v5 only. Open the cap for the sludge return pipework. Turn the blower off Use a hose to push water through the sludge return pipe until the liquid runs clear.
  • Page 27 Lift the High-Level Float to activate the alarm(s). Check the system alarms (both audible and visual). Return the high-level float, ensuring it is freely moving. Supporting document: Lifestyle Controller v5 Manual Lifestyle Controller v5 Remote Alarm Panel HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM...
  • Page 28 Irrigation Filter Cleaning Turn off the power to the tank. Clean filters, as per Section 4.2 of this Manual. Note: The South Island Lifestyle irrigation filter is in the Irrigation Chamber. b) Irrigation Field Inspection Check for leaks, ponding or damage to irrigation lines or changes to layout.

  • Page 29: Other Maintenance Procedures

    Cut the new replacement pipe to the same length as the (Hard spongey texture pipe removed. that allows aeration) The diffuser pipe is available from Hynds Wastewater. Reinstall the diffuser pipe in the tank to the existing Aeration valves aeration pipework.
  • Page 30 Turn power back on. Fill water directly into the pump station and activate the pump 2-3 times to ensure all floats are working and moving freely. Pump & Float Orientation 14 | HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 31 Place back into filter body and reassemble housing. Note: The disc filter will fit either way in the filter body. Step 8 Wash hands with anti-bacterial soap. Turn the system power on. HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL | 15...

  • Page 32: Desludging

    5. DESLUDGING Desludging Requirements To ensure the overall health and performance of the Lifestyle wastewater treatment system, Hynds Wastewater recommends desludging the primary treatment chamber every time the sludge reaches 50% capacity of the primary chamber or when the depth of the scum is >200mm.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Adjust the level of aeration (if product allows). Confirm and stop the contaminant from entering the system Substance contamination (medications, pesticides, herbicides, excessive cleaning products etc.). HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL | 17...
  • Page 34 Seeds from some diets Remove and clean more regularly. Excessive fiber, hair, wipes, cotton buds etc. Under/overloaded system Increase/reduce the influent load or review the system size. 18 | HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 35 Water is in the control turret and has Identify where the water source and repair the leak. Replace controller. shorted the controller See also Hynds Lifestyle Controller Version 3, 4, 5 Troubleshooting. HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL | 19...

  • Page 36: Certificate Of Warranty

    More generally, any modification or alteration of the product without the defined as including or referring to any Purchaser or Customer of Hynds. prior, written consent of HWW shall cancel the warranty granted by HWW WARRANTY and release the latter from its obligations without limitation.
  • Page 37 Notes HYNDS WASTEWATER | HYNDS LIFESTYLE SYSTEM OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL | 21...
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