INSTALLATION
EGR recommends that each tank is installed by a qualified tradesperson. Each tank must be installed in accordance with product specification guidelines and in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
EGR accepts no liability in the case of faulty or incorrect installation, or installation which would be considered hazardous or dangerous. EGR accepts no liability concerning incorrect use of this water tank or use outside of normal household use.
NOTE: We recommend looking at the largest size tank that will fit into the area available.
If you plan to connect the tank to your home for toilet and /or the washing machine use, the tank(s) must be suitably fitted by a licensed plumber.
When linking multiple tanks (TANK BANK) you must have an appropriate evaluation of the proposed installation site made prior. The installation and joining procedure must be carried out by a suitably qualified tradesperson and/or engineer. It is our belief that a full understanding of the multiple tank installation site and the multiple tank install procedure for your specific site and purpose be completed prior to any purchases being made.
Installing your EGR Water Tank
To ensure optimum performance and to meet the EGR warranty and Government and/or Council requirements, your EGR tank must be installed by suitably qualified tradesmen.
- Please use the installation instructions provided.
- Your tank should be installed on a level surface free from rocks, stones or foreign objects that may damage the base of the tank.
- The site must be solid, if fill is to be used ensure the site is well compacted and retained.
- Tanks can be positioned on 75mm to 100mm of level packing sand, a level concrete slab or a tank stand.
- Sand must be contained to avoid under tank erosion from wind, water or vermin.
- Concrete slabs must be smooth finished to avoid rough screenings on the surface of the tank and of sufficient thickness and reinforced to support the tanks weight when full.
- Tank stands should have hardwood decking spaced no more than 50mm apart. Bearers and framework must have sufficient strength to prevent deflection when the tank is full.
- Overflows should run well away from the tank to avoid undermining the base.
- A flexible section of pipe of minimum 300mm in length should be installed between the pump and the ball valve to absorb shock and reduce "flexing" of the valve which may lead to leaks developing.
- Inlet and outlet pipes must be well supported and not dependant on the tank walls for stability. With tanks installed on stands, pipes should be supported by the stand not the tank.
- Brass inserts are moulded into the tanks. Simply drill out the plastic if required, using a hole saw, drill or wood spade bit.
- To avoid water flowing back through the strainer, ensure that the inlet pipe is not greater in diameter than the 90mm overflow.
- For wet charged systems, where inlet pipes come from underground and are always full, ensure tank selection allows for appropriate head height clearance between the gutter height and tank overflow so water cannot flow back over gutters.
- Installation of a leaf eater and/or a first flush device should be considered to improve the quality of water collected.
