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Installation &
Operation Manual
All Residential and
Small System Models
(Except EZ
)
95
Doc. No. IN031
Rev. C
Page 1 of 19
3 Saber Way
Ward Hill, MA 01835

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  • Page 1 Doc. No. IN031 Rev. C Page 1 of 19 Installation & Operation Manual All Residential and Small System Models (Except EZ 3 Saber Way Ward Hill, MA 01835...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Figure 7 – 321 Wiring Diagram Figure 8 – Vent Line Connection Figure 9 – Vent Line Installation (2 inch) Figure 10 – Vent Line Intsallation (3 inch) Figure 11 – Air Intake Connection Figure 12 – Air Filter Figure 13 – Installed AIRaider...
  • Page 3: Pre-Installation

    Systems are diffused bubble aeration systems for the removal of radon and other VOCs from residential and municipal water supplies. This installation/operation manual is designed to guide professionals through the safe and proper installation of the AIRaider Systems. Before beginning the installation of the AIRaider System, there are 5 items to be considered.
  • Page 4: Water Flow Requirements

    The system should be installed with an outflow ball valve. If higher/lower system outflow is needed, open/close the ball valve by the amount necessary to balance the system. The well pump output must produce at least 1 GPM more than theoutput of the AIRaider (i.e. well output = 8 GPM ; AIRaider outflow...
  • Page 5: Unpacking And Locating System Components

    The AIRaider System is only effective for the removal of Radon and some other VOCs. The Aeration Process employed by the AIRaider System and other Radon removal systems can worsen problems due to iron or manganese contaminants in the water supply. For optimal...
  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    Page 6 of 19 2. Installation Instructions OVERVIEW Now you are ready to begin the installation process. The eight steps to properly install the AIRaider System are listed below. Read all components of each step prior to beginning the actual installation.
  • Page 7: System Location

    Rev. C Page 7 of 19 2.1. System Location When selecting the location for the AIRaider System, five factors should be among those considered: 1. System Plumbing Hook-up. Find a location that will minimize the amount of plumbing necessary, this is typically in proximity to the well tank.
  • Page 8: Figure 3 Diagram Of Installed System

    Doc. No. IN031 Rev. C Page 8 of 19 TREATED WATER SUPPLY RUNDFOS MQ3-45* MOUNTING BRACKET UNTREATED WATER FROM WELL EXISTING TANK PATENTED AERATION PROCESS AIRaider 433 Figure 3 Diagram of Installed System (sold separately)
  • Page 9: Plumbing Hook-Up

    Prime jet pump as per pump manufacturer’s instructions. Pressure Tank Pressure Gauge Out to house (water out) In from well (water in) Out to solenoids In from AIRaider Figure 5 Figure 4 Pressure Gauge and Pressure Tank Water Connections...
  • Page 10: Electrical Hook-Up

    , to the “Off” position. 2. Connect the Jet Pump power cord to the Jet Pump. Note the Jet Pump power cord from the AIRaider provided with an electrical receptacle. The Jet Pump may be connected either by connecting a suitable power lead with plug and plugging into the receptacle or by removing the receptacle from the Jet Pump power cord and connecting the power cord directly to the pump.
  • Page 11: Figure 6 - 433 Wiring Diagram

    Doc. No. IN031 Rev. C Page 11 of 19 Figure 6 AIRaider 433 Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 12: Figure 7 - 321 Wiring Diagram

    Doc. No. IN031 Rev. C Page 12 of 19 Figure 7 AIRaider 321 Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 13: Vent Line Installation

    Follow all applicable AARST, EPA, and/or State Standards for Radon or VOC venting. 1. Place the lid of the AIRaider on to the tank lining up the clips with the clasps on the tank. Adjust clasps so that when Figure 8 anchored to the clips the lid sits snugly on the tank gasket.
  • Page 14: Air Filter

    3. Slowly change bypass to the “service” configuration (in a position where water flows through the aeration system and then into the house). Check for leaks. 4. Turn power switch for AIRaider to “On”. Solenoid Valves will now open allowing water into the system. The aeration process will also start.
  • Page 15: System Check

    If leaks occur the clasps should be adjusted until leaks are eliminated. 5. Make sure you have properly labeled the system with the necessary installer information (i.e. company name, phone number, date installed, etc). Leave all system information with the home owner. 6. The AIRaider System is now operational.
  • Page 16: Retesting

    Check and/or clean the blower air intake filter. · Check and/or clean any filters or strainer installed on the inlet line to the AIRaider . In installations with particularly high levels of sediment cleaning of filters may be required more frequently.
  • Page 17: Annual Service (Required)

    Check all hose connections. · Check and/or clean the blower air intake filter. · Check and/or clean any filters or strainer installed on the inlet line to the AIRaider · Check and clean inlet screen on pump. · Using a wet/dry vac, clean sediment from bo om of aeration tank if necessary.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    · Check sediment strainer and/or filter (if applicable) and clean if necessary. · Install a flow restrictor or meter down the ball valve until the AIRaider outflow is 1 GPM or more less than the water flow entering the system.
  • Page 19: Limited Warranty

    Warranty does not include damage in shipment unless the damage is due to the negligence of Spruce. To make a claim under these limited warranties, you must return the defective item to Spruce. All other warranties, expressed or written are not valid. Spruce is not responsible for installation or removal cost associated with this warranty.
  • Page 20 3 Saber Way P.O. Box 8244 Ward Hill, MA 01835 Phone: (800) 355-0901 Fax: (978) 521-3964 E-mail: sales@spruce.com...

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