Models 00034-00360 Operation & Manitenance Manual
Models 00034-00360 Operation & Manitenance Manual
Models 00034-00360 Operation & Manitenance Manual
H2O CRAPZAPPER
USCG CERTIFIED TYPE II MSD / IMO
CERTIFIED
H2O, Inc.
841 Vincent Rd.
Lafayette, La. 70508
Phone: 337.857.7203 Fax: 337.857.7270
www.h2oinc.com
Table of Contents
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................. 2
Welcome ........................................................................................................................... 4
Preface .......................................................................................................................... 5
Company Profile ............................................................................................................ 5
Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 6
Alternative Uses / Applications ...................................................................................... 6
General Terminology & Criteria ..................................................................................... 7
USEPA Effluent Parameters .......................................................................................... 7
Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................... 8
Background .................................................................................................................. 9
Operating Warnings / Maintenance Instructions & Safety Precautions .................... 11
Operating Warnings ..................................................................................................... 11
Maintenance Instructions ............................................................................................. 11
Safety Precautions / Warnings..................................................................................... 12
Electrical Precautions / Warnings ................................................................................ 12
Acceptable Cleaners ...................................................................................................... 12
Acceptable Commercial Cleaners................................................................................ 12
Cleaners to Avoid ........................................................................................................ 13
Rule of Thumb ............................................................................................................. 13
Summary of Operating Instructions ............................................................................. 13
Do’s & Don’ts ............................................................................................................... 13
Section 2 ......................................................................................................................... 14
Description & Operation Instructions........................................................................... 15
Construction ................................................................................................................ 15
Operation ..................................................................................................................... 15
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................... 17
General Description ..................................................................................................... 17
Performance Criteria for Secondary Stage of Effluent ................................................. 17
Air Supply Blower Motor Units ..................................................................................... 17
Electrical Control Panel ............................................................................................... 17
Paint System – Coating System .................................................................................. 18
Pre-Installation Check List ............................................................................................ 19
Installation ...................................................................................................................... 21
Figures 1, 2, & 3 .............................................................................................................. 24
Tie-In Connections (P&ID) ........................................................................................... 25
1 Phase Control Panel Wiring Diagram ....................................................................... 26
3 Phase Control Panel Wiring Diagram ....................................................................... 27
Start-Up Procedure ........................................................................................................ 28
Routine Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 29
Routine Inspection ......................................................................................................... 30
Figure 3 ........................................................................................................................... 33
H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER Internal Diagram Model A-F ................................................ 34
Trouble Shooting............................................................................................................ 35
Parts List ......................................................................................................................... 36
Basic Sizing Guidelines ................................................................................................. 37
Shut Down Procedures .................................................................................................. 38
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................ 39
Supplemental Technical Information............................................................................ 40
Summary of Regulatory Requirements ........................................................................ 40
Discharge Regulations................................................................................................. 40
Use of Chlorine and Tablets .......................................................................................... 40
Section 3 ......................................................................................................................... 41
Boat Diagram & Drawings ........................................................................................... 42
Section 4 ......................................................................................................................... 43
MSDS Information ....................................................................................................... 44
WELCOME!
I am pleased to introduce H2O, Inc. and the CRAPZAPPER product line. The
CRAPZAPPER marine sanitation system has successfully served the marine, oil, and gas
industry for over 40 years, providing the finest in packaged wastewater treatment
systems to a base of satisfied customers that spans the globe. The star behind the
operation is the CRAPZAPPER.
Did you know, every day in the United States alone, over 385 billion gallons of water is
consumed? When you combine that with the fact our Earth has less than 1% of fresh
water available, this equals a catastrophic problem for the future of our planet. H2O, Inc.
believes the future of our Earth’s water supply should become every individuals concern.
The CRAPZAPPER was designed to be a powerful tool to aid humanity in their mission
to begin taking better care of our Earth. The CRAPZAPPER has been doing its part for
over 40 years. Your interest in our products is just another piece of the puzzle needed to
improve our Earth’s supply of fresh water. We believe a difference can be made with the
combination of both teamwork and commitment. We are excited and pleased to
introduce to you the CRAPZAPPER! We believe you will agree - it is THE wastewater
treatment system you can depend on for reliability and optimum efficiency.
The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER can be engineered to fit most small, hard to fit areas and
handle many different capacities. All models of the CRAPZAPPER are patented and
U.S.C.G. Certified. H2O, Inc. is committed to the continued performance and
technological innovation of our units. Outperforming the competition, the H2O, Inc.
Research and Development Team never rests in its dedication to technological
advancement and system enhancement. Providing a quality product at a competitive
cost, H2O, Inc. strives to maintain our reputation in the industry as the Leader in
environmental quality.
Thank you for giving H2O, Inc. the opportunity to provide you with this powerful tool.
We hope you will find the information within this manual informative and useful and look
forward to the opportunity to assist you in your future environmental and wastewater
needs.
Sincerely,
H2O, Inc.
Preface
We are all faced with a most serious problem, our Earth’s water supply. The problem
is not the amount of water available, the problem is mankind. Mankind is polluting our
precious water supply day by day. Statistics now show, worldwide, the percentage of
“fresh” water has been dangerously reduced to less than 1%.
Concern over the Earth’s water supply, the increasing worldwide pollution problems,
as well as the necessity of engineering “pollution prevention products” must become
the norm, not the exception. At the present rate of pollution, however, and the ever
increasing rate of water usage, mankind will soon find “fresh water” to be more
precious than gold. The steps we take now, and in the future, will mean the difference
between our children’s inheritance of an environmentally safe world with a plentiful
supply of fresh water — or not.
H2O, Inc. believes these issues to be of such importance, we have made it our
Mission to contribute to worldwide pollution prevention by introducing a powerful tool
into the market: The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER. The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER
addresses wastewater treatment for the Marine, Offshore, Commercial, Land Based
and Residential industries.
H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER: A quality product with proven performance doing its part to
Fight Pollution.
Company Profile
H2O, Inc. acquired Owens Kleen Tank in Q1 2013. Owens has been a pioneer in the
manufacturing of quality packaged wastewater treatment systems for over 40 years. The
original design was NSF Certified in 1982 (under the provisions of NSF Standard 40). It is
a patented and well-proven wastewater treatment system; constantly monitored for
efficiency and optimum performance.
With clients who use our products all over the globe, H2O, Inc. is confident in its
long standing in the market place. Our company continues to grow, always
searching for and obtaining the latest in technological advancement, determined to
pave the way towards environmental awareness. Growth is evident with the addition
of a Service Department, Chemical Product Line, Environmentally Safe Cleaning
Chemical Product Line, alternative designs, he list continues to grow.
With team commitment to quality assurance, to environmental protection, to innovative
and environmentally friendly products, H2O, Inc. looks forward to the future.
Introduction
The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER line (formerly Owens Kleen Tank) began production and
manufacturing of wastewater treatment systems for domestic sewage over 40 years
ago. The original systems were designed primarily for ordinary residential
applications: single houses, trailer parks and small subdivisions.
With the advent of the U.S.C.G., OCS Order #8, the need of similar systems
modified for offshore and maritime applications became more critical. H2O, Inc.
(formerly Owens Kleen Tank) pioneered in the design and manufacture of such
systems.
This background of research, development, fabrication and service has resulted in the
present and complete line of packaged, ready-to-use, U.S. Coast Guard approved and
certified MSD — Type II Plants, approved for use on Inspected and Un-inspected
Vessels under 33 CFR 159.000. The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER also complies with
International Maritime Organization (IMO) Resolution MEPC 159(55). These features
make the CRAPZAPPER The Preferred Choice for large vessels, as well as offshore
rigs and platforms. H2O, Inc. Offshore Units are readily adaptable for other
applications where their efficiency, simplicity and economical operation make them
very attractive alternatives to large expensive and complex sewage systems.
Examples of such applications are:
Alternative Uses/Applications
Large Boat
Barge
Over-Water Rigs, Platforms, & Shore Base Facilities
Recreational Use
The primary purpose of this manual is to describe the H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER line
of Marine Sanitation Devices (MSD) and to provide sufficient information, both
technical and general — to enable to Operator to enjoy many years of trouble-free,
efficient operation. Within this manual you will find information designed to guide you
through the installation, set-up, operation, maintenance and storage of your new
system.
Before beginning the installation or operation of your CRAPZAPPER, please read this
manual thoroughly. YOU CAN DAMAGE YOUR CRAPZAPPER DURING
INSTALLATION, so follow all instructions carefully. In order for your system to
operate at peak conditions, you must first understand how it operates and the
function of each part of the system.
General Terminology & Criteria
The packaged wastewater treatment plants fabricated by H2O, Inc. are generally
referred to as “Extended Aeration” systems. This means H2O, Inc. systems
incorporate the biological concepts of “Activated Sludge”, in the form of “Mixed Liquor
Suspended Solids” (MLSS).
The efficiency of such plants is typically defined in terms of the treated effluent
discharged from the system. The U.S.E.P.A. describes the minimum level of
effluent quality in four (4) major parameters:
USEPA Effluent Parameters
The least stringent effluent criteria are applicable to offshore Federal Waters and Open
Ocean. The most stringent criteria are applied to inland waterways, lakes, bays,
dockside use, etc. in the vicinity of heavily populated areas and sensitive recreation
and protected nature areas.
The original U.S. Coast Guard Certified Type II MSD plants were designed to produce
effluent in the range of 50 milligrams per liter (mg/l) BOD5 and 150 mg/l TSS. Most
extended aeration plants manufactured today will do much better than this. The latest
models of the H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER can produce sterile effluent with less than 20
mg/l of BOD5 and TSS.
Note: Determine the regulatory requirements for effluent quality, sampling and testing,
for your installation and location.
Aeration: To combine or charge a liquid with air to raise the level of oxygen in the liquid.
Raising this level supports the necessary life forms (bacteria, needed to decompose the
organic materials in the wastewater being treated.
Aeration Chamber: A unit chamber where the wastewater being treated is subjected to an
infusion of air.
Aerobic Bacteria: Bacteria that can only live in the presence of oxygen.
Anaerobic Bacteria: Bacteria that can only live when no oxygen is present.
Bar Screen: The Crapzapper’s catch basket for preventing the in-flow of non-dissolving
solids.
Bio-Mass: A composition of primarily living microorganisms introduced into the unit for
optimum decomposition of waste.
Black Water: Water that comes from the toilet systems of a facility and contains human waste.
BOD: Biochemical Oxygen Demand — the measurement of the dissolved oxygen used
by microorganisms in the biochemical oxidation of organic matter.
BOD5: The amount of dissolved oxygen measured for a period of five (5) days.
Chlorinator: A chlorine contact chamber for the treated effluent that retains the liquid for a
set amount of time to kill virtually all of the living microorganisms in the clarified effluent.
Chlorine low level switch: A weighted switch that indicates when chlorine tablets have
been depleted in the chlorine tablet feeder tube. Remove switch and add chlorine tablets to a
maximum of 8 to 10 tablets per tube then replace switch. (Do not jam switch into tube).
Clarifier: A quiescent environment where the treated effluent is retained for approximately four
(4) hours allowing solids to settle to the bottom where they are continually removed via the
sludge returns back to the aeration chamber until dissolved.
Dechlorinator: A dechlorinator contact chamber for treating effluent that has chlorine still in the
liquid from the chlorinator. This eliminates chlorine through the use of a carbon filter.
Diffuser Valves: Valves located at the top of the aeration chamber that controls the airflow
through the diffusers. One valve controls airflow to the internal up-flow filter and floating
skimmer, and the other controls the airflow to the aeration chamber.
Dissolved Oxygen: The amount of available oxygen in solution that is needed to sustain life.
This amount is dependant on pH, temperature, salinity and barometric pressure.
Extended Aeration System: A treatment system that forces air/oxygen into the material
being treated. This is done using a blower that forces air into the water.
Fecal Coliform Bacteria: Indicator organism used to determine the presence of harmful
pathogens in wastewater.
Fluffer Valve: The fluffer valve is located on the manifold mounted outside the unit. It controls
the cleaning of the up-flow filter and stirring up the sludge in the clarifier chamber to prevent
compaction of the sludge and clogging of the unit. (New models come equipped with a new up
flow filter that replaced the fluffer valve.)
Gray Water: Water that comes from areas other than facility toilets. Such examples are:
kitchen sinks, washers, wash down areas and showers.
H2O, Inc. Floating Skimmer: A patented device located in the clarifier used to break the
surface tension of the water, draw floating solids from the waters surface and return this
material to
the aeration chamber.
Sludge: Organic particles that accumulate in the treatment system that are suspended or
settled in the aeration chamber.
Sludge Return: Located in the bottom of the clarifier to draw off sludge and return it to the
aeration chamber.
Total Suspended Solids (TSS): A physical characteristic of wastewater that measures the
total solid content taking into consideration all floating matter, settle-able matter, colloidal
matter and matter in solution.
Up-flow Filter: Non-Clog up-flow mechanical device used to prevent the organic
materials/solids from passing up into the clarifier section.
Background
“Domestic Sewage”, sometimes referred to as “Sanitary Wastewater” refers to the
liquid discharge from facilities occupied by human beings in the course of their normal
living, working and recreational habits. For the purpose of this discussion, we do not
include industrial wastes or storm drains and runoffs.
The volume of domestic wastewater generated by the average person may vary
from less than 11 gallons per day (GPD), from ‘low flush’ (1.6 GPF) toilets only, to
as much as 100 GPD, for normal human activities in a 24-hour day. This volume of
water emanates from toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs, laundry equipment, kitchen
appliances (such as garbage disposals), etc.
This wastewater is over 99% water! It is the remaining less than 1% of solids, which
may be present in soluble, insoluble, colloidal or suspended forms, and a very small
amount, which may be in the form of insoluble grit particles that are the cause for
concern. It is this 1% for which the degree of environmental awareness and the
need for concern over the protection of our Earths’ water has been generated.
Two (2) fundamental parameters are essential to the design and sizing of a
packaged wastewater treatment system. Those parameters are:
Years of investigation and research have established very reliable, typical values used
in the sizing of these units to determine both the hydraulic as well as the organic
loading. For example, the average person, nationwide, generates about 100 GPD of
wastewater containing about 0.17 lbs of BOD5. The typical offshore employee,
however, eats a little more and a little ‘richer’, and uses a little less water, than the
average person at home or work. The design for this application would be for about
75 to 100 GPD and about 0.20 lbs of BOD5, per person, per day (if both “Black” and
“Gray” water is to be treated).
USCG MSD units were originally designed to handle “Black” water only, preferably
from low volume toilets and urinals. As an example, a MSD Type II Certified unit
could service the wastewater generated by a four (4) man crew, from ‘low flush’
toilets, at a rate of approximately two (2) gallons per flush and five (5) flushes per
day, per crew person.
Fact
Old standard toilets use approximately five (5) gallons per flush and the typical
person will flush from five (5) to seven (7) times per day. New standard toilets use
1.6 gallons per flush.
Note: If your unit is not producing the desired quality effluent after carefully reading
and following the Manual, check to make sure the rated capacity of your unit is not
being exceeded!
Operating Warnings/Maintenance Instructions/ Safety Precautions
Operating Warnings
1. This unit MUST be filled with water PRIOR to operation. Refer to your manual
for easy start-up procedures.
Maintenance Instructions
1. Every 2 weeks — Flush 2 oz. of Formula 101 and 2 oz. of Formula 101
Enhancer down the toilet.
2. Every 2 weeks — Check the chlorinator and add chlorine tablets if necessary.
New model units have a chlorine low level switch which indicates when chlorine
tablets have depleted, remove top of chlorine switch replenish with maximum of 8
to 10 chlorine tablets then replace top into the tube to make the top lightly snug
into tube.
4. Once a week — Perform routine inspection by opening all Inspection Ports and
observing operation. Refer to the Routine Inspection Section within this
manual.
5. Once a month — Reverse EXTERNAL FLUFFER VALVE from normal position for
60 SECONDS, and then return to normal. This operation cleans the internal
up-flow filter. (New models come equipped with a new up flow filter that replaced
the fluffer valve.)
6. Every 6 months – Pump out and flush out the entire system. Start up again
following the instructions in the Startup Procedure.
Acceptable Cleaners
The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER system works in conjunction with H2O, Inc. Formula
101 and H2O, Inc. Enhancer. These products were designed to assist your system
in maintaining its level of efficiency. Care MUST be exercised in the selection of the
cleaning products you will use with this system. To insure optimal performance of
your CRAPZAPPER system, it is imperative that all cleaning chemicals used during
routine and general maintenance of your system be Biodegradable Only. Use of
non-biodegradable products will kill off the necessary bacterial supply required in the
treatment of your Waste water. Failure, therefore, to follow these precautions will
require immediate corrective action to restore your system to full operational service.
Cleaners to Avoid
If you choose to purchase cleaning chemicals, please keep this simple rule of thumb
in mind. Any “anti-bacterial” cleaners will have adverse effects on your
CRAPZAPPER system. Avoid anything anti-bacterial, as well as anything
containing bleach.
READ the “Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual” before operating your
CRAPZAPPER and OPERATE your CRAPZAPPER according to the manufacturers
instructions only.
DO NOT flush any of the following materials and/or products down the commodes,
lavatories or basins or into the unit in any manner:
H2O, Inc. provides a biologically safe cleaning product for use with your
CRAPZAPPER. This type of product, listed previously, should be used to protect the
life and operation of your unit. Failure to follow the directions on acceptable cleaning
chemicals will result in a breach of the manufacturer provided warranty.
Section 2
Description & Operation Instructions
The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER is a self-contained, “extended aeration”, biological
system that is delivered ready for use when site electrical and mechanical
connections are in place.
Construction
The plant is constructed of Carbon Steel (Stainless Steel optional), which is seam
welded and corrosion protected. The inside is coated with coal tar epoxy, and the
outside is coated with a three (3) part epoxy/polyurethane paint system. Internal
piping is schedule 80 CPVC.
Aeration Chamber
Clarifier Chamber
Chlorine Contact Chamber
Dechlor Chamber
Operation
Raw waste enters the system through the inlet screen and is fed directly into the
Aeration Chamber. In this compartment, the influent waste is intimately mixed under
constant agitation with incoming air through the diffusers from the blower.
This is the source of the essential oxygen and the origin of the term “extended
aeration”. The diffuser valve controls the volume of incoming air. The waste is in
intimate contact with the metabolizing circulating “bio-mass” which rapidly
metabolizes /oxidizes, and to some degree, flocculates the suspended, colloidal and
soluble organic materials introduced in the influent waste. A portion of the incoming
waste is utilized in the synthesis of new microorganisms, thereby allowing the
“absorption” / oxidation of additional organic material in an unending natural cycle.
The degree of oxidation/metabolizing of the solids are primarily a function of the
applied organic load and the availability of adequate dissolved oxygen over a period
of time. After approximately 24 hours detention time in the Aeration Chamber, and/or
a minimum of 80 cubic feet per pound of BOD5 of applied loading, a sufficient time
to effect the desired degree of treatment, the treated effluent is displaced by
incoming raw waste and flows into the Clarifier Chamber through the up-flow filter.
The resulting clear effluent flows from the Clarifier over the effluent weir through the
Chlorinator into the Chlorine Contact Chamber.
Operation of the Chlorine Contact Chamber
In the Chlorine Contact Chamber, the clarified effluent is detained for approximately
one hour, killing virtually all of the live microorganisms still remaining in the clarified
effluent. The chlorine picked up in the chlorinator is an amount sufficient to kill the
live organisms and is dissipated in the Chlorine Contact Chamber so that the final
discharged effluent contains very little residual chlorine that might endanger anything
in the outside environment.
Operation of the Dechlorinator
In the dechlorinator, fluids coming from the chlorine contact chamber flow through a
carbon filter. This results in the removal of all traces of chlorine.
5.1 Exterior Finish — Sand blasted to near white metal, Prime coat- 859
Epoxy; Second coat –893 epoxy; Top coat- Polyurethane 134-HG.
5.2 Interior Finish — Sand blasted to near white metal, Bituminous 300
M coal-tar epoxy.
Optional: Phenolic Liner can be applied)
Pre-Installation Check List
Prior to installing your H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER, please make sure you’ve
made provisions for the following requirements:
Electrical Requirements
The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER blower standard requirements, unless otherwise
specified, are 115/208-230 Volt 10, 60 Hz, TEFC. All wiring should be performed in
accordance with applicable Codes and Standards, such as ABYC, USCG, NEC, etc.
Temperatures
The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER operating temperatures are 40 to 120 F. The H2O, Inc.
CRAPZAPPER must be protected from freezing, if the unit has not been winterized in
accordance with the Storage and Winterization Procedures found in this manual it could
be damaged and need internal repairs.
Water Requirements
The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER can operate using fresh, brackish, or salt water.
The salinity of the water cannot exceed 4% NaCl.
Toilet Requirements
H2O, Inc. recommends a low-flush (1.6 gal/flush) toilet be utilized with your
CRAPZAPPER, for proper operation. Use of any other type of toilet will alter the
treatment capacity of your system.
Tank Capacity
The H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER is designed to operate completely full. The design of
this system is one of positive displacement - the transfer of liquid through the
treatment plant.
Explosive Environment
2. Once the unit is mounted, connect the following four (4) tie in connections
(Refer to Figure 1).
• Connect raw wastewater line to inlet
• Connect treated effluent discharge
• Vent. DO NOT VENT SEWAGE UNIT IN ANY CONFINED SPACE!
• Connect electrical power
7. The most important item of your system is the air supply. The sewage
treatment system must have a continuous air supply to operate effectively. The
blower must be free of obstructions and have an ample supply of free air. Make
sure to use the supplied blower with your new H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER. This
system must have a continuous air supply to operate properly.
8. Now that the unit is on its foundation, with inlet, vent and discharge
connections being made, this unit must be filled with FRESH WATER PRIOR
TO INTRODUCING SEWAGE! Place a fresh water hose in the opening on
top, filling the tank until water begins to discharge from the 1 ½” discharge
connection on the Chlorine Contact Chamber.
9. The unit is now installed. Proceed to the Start-Up Procedure.
Figure 1
Tie-In Connections
(P&ID)
Figure 2
1 Phase Control Panel
Wiring Diagram
Figure 3
3 Phase Control Panel
Wiring Diagram
Start-Up Procedure
1. After a proper installation has been accomplished and all piping connections
have been made, (the inlet, outlet, and vent lines are properly connected, and
system has been filled with water) you may now proceed to step 2 of this Start-
Up Procedure. Refer to Figure 3 for locations of all internal sections.
2. Add Formula 101 and Formula 101 Enhancer — Add 2 oz. of each product by
flushing down the toilet.
3. Add Chlorine Tablets — Fill the chlorinator tube with chlorine tablets until full,
(approximately 1 pound) and reinsert tube. These systems are designed to
use 2 5/8” wastewater treatment chlorine tablets. Proper chlorine tablets
must be used. Pool grade chlorine is unacceptable.
5. Electrical Connections — connect the power supply to the starter panel only! For
3 phase equipment, verify proper rotation prior to continuing on to the next
step.
A. Aeration Chamber
1. Diffusers should be causing bubbling and rolling of water in
this chamber.
2 The one (1) return line should have a slow flow of water coming
from the line. Adjust associated valves, ONLY if necessary.
B. Clarifier Chamber
1. Water should be dropping into throat of skimmers approximately 1”
to 2”. Skimmer depth is ¼”-1/2” under surface of water to
skim properly. Adjust floats, ONLY if necessary.
Routine Maintenance
Your H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER is easily maintained by following this simple 6
point maintenance plan.
2. Chlorine
When: Every two (2) weeks
Action: Check chlorinator tube and insert more chlorine tablets
as necessary.
3. Carbon Filter
When: Every six (4 - 6) weeks
Action: Remove and replace carbon filter in dechlorinator.
5. Inlet Filter
When: Every three (3) months — six (6) months maximum
Action: Replace the inlet filter on the blower.
3.0 Locate the floating skimmers and the skimmer valve in the clarifier chamber.
Locate the end of the 2” discharge from the floating skimmer back in the
aeration chamber. There should be a small (one (1) or two (2) finger width)
stream constantly discharging into the aeration chamber. Observe the floating
skimmer in the clarifier chamber. Push it down lightly to be sure it is free
floating with the top of the barrel just below the water surface. Observe that a
small, but constant, flow from the surface is flowing into the barrel of the
skimmer. The skimmer valve should be in a slightly open position to produce
the desired constant small flow.
4.0 Locate the sludge return and the sludge return valve in the clarifier chamber.
Locate the end of the 3” discharge from the sludge return into the aeration
chamber. There should be a small constant flow from the Sludge Return,
identical to the small steady flow from the Floating Skimmer. Like the Floating
Skimmer, the sludge return Valve should be kept in a slightly open position to
produce the desired constant small flow. There should not be any surges of air
out of either the floating skimmer or the sludge return discharges.
5.0 Inspect blower inlet filter. Remove wing nut on Filter/Silencer. Remove cover to
expose filter element, replace filter if evidence of excessive build up of
dirt/dust/oil. Carefully read the Operation Manual (Section 3) for all operational
and maintenance instructions for the blower.
6.0 Locate the chlorine tube in the chlorinator. Check the chlorine tube to ensure
that partially dissolved tablets have not caked up in the cylinder (wash caked
material out of chlorine tube if buildup has occurred). Add new tablets as
necessary, insert chlorine tube into cylinder and replace cap. It should only be
necessary to add chlorine tablets approximately every two (2) weeks of normal
operation.
CAUTION: Avoid breathing chlorine vapors. Avoid contact with skin and
clothing. Keep chlorine tablets in a clean, dry container. H2O, Inc. strongly
recommends all chemicals be stored in the original containers in which they
were received. Exercise caution when opening the containers.
WARNING: Chlorine, water and hydrocarbons (oil, grease, etc) form an Explosive
mixture!
NOTES: When using sea- water or brackish water for flushing, it is virtually
impossible to accurately determine free chlorine in the effluent using typical
color-metric indicator kits. A much more sophisticated laboratory type method
must be used to determine the chlorine content called for in many required
periodic regulatory reports. Sea- water is frequently used for flushing and this
is acceptable with all H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER systems.
7.0 Locate the carbon filter in the dechlorinator. Remove and check the carbon
filter to detect any excessive build up which may result in clogging the filter.
Replace the filter with a new one if excessive build up has occurred.
8.0 Some units are supplied with Dual Motor/Blower systems. If allowed to sit idle
for a long period of time, electric motors, air compressors, blower, etc, tend to
“freeze up”. This is especially true in high humidity and saltwater
environments. Dual motor/blower systems should be run on, at least, an
alternating weekly schedule. Some Operators alternate each 12-hour tour/shift.
9.0 Locate the 2” air check valve located in the blower discharge piping.
Occasionally, relief valves and check valves tend to “click”. To correct this
minor problem, turn the blower on and off rapidly, two (2) or three (3) times
until the “clicking” stops.
10.0 Occasional “wash-down” with fresh water and “touch-up” of external paint
surfaces will enhance the appearance and prolong the life of the unit. This
is especially true around the top inspection covers and in the vicinity of the
chlorinator.
There are obviously many other factors to be considered in the engineering and
scientific design of such systems. These factors, however, are primarily the concern
of researchers and manufacturers. The prospective user may be assured that
reputable manufacturers, especially those who have had their systems approved
and/or certified by monitoring and regulatory entities, have incorporated all of these
factors into the delivered units.
When winterizing or leaving the vessel unattended for more than three (3) months,
the sewage treatment system should be shut down. There are two (2) types of shut
down procedures: Dry Dock storage and Minimum Use storage.
H2O, Inc. warrants the parts in this wastewater treatment unit to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. Sole
obligation under this warranty is as follows:
H2O, Inc. shall fulfill this warranty by repairing or exchanging any component part,
F.O.B. factory that in their judgment shows evidence of defects, provided said
component part has been paid for and is returned through an authorized dealer,
transportation prepaid. The warrantee must also specify the nature of the defect to the
manufacturer, subjected to external damage due to altered or improper wiring or
overload protection.
This warranty applies only to the treatment plant and does not include any of the
house wiring, plumbing, and drainage or disposal system. H2O, Inc. is not responsible
for any delay or damages caused by defective components or material or for loss
incurred because of interruption of service or for any other special or consequential
damages or incidental expenses arising from the manufacture, sale or use of this
plant.
H2O, Inc. reserves the right to revise, change or modify the construction and
design of the treatment plant for offshore wastewater or any component part or
parts thereof incurring any obligations to make such changes for modifications in
previously sold equipment. H2O, Inc. also reserves the right, in making
replacements of component parts under this warranty, to furnish a component part
which, in its judgment, is equivalent to the Warrantee part replaced.
Under no circumstances will H2O, Inc. be responsible to the warrantee for any other
direct or consequential damages, including by not limited to, lost profits, lost income,
labor charges, delays in production and/or idle production, which damages are
caused by a defect in material and/or workmanship in its parts.
WARNING:
In Gulf Coast atmosphere, electrical motors and blowers have a tendency to freeze
if not in use, store in a protected area.
Supplemental Technical Information
Summary of Regulatory Requirements
Some states and regulatory bodies may have even stricter requirements.
The only chemicals needed for use in the CRAPZAPPER are chlorine tablets.
If you have installed and set up the CRAPZAPPER correctly, you should have years
of trouble free operation. We hope you are pleased with your new H2O, Inc.
CRAPZAPPER. If you have any questions, or require further information, give us a
call, or visit our web site. Experienced field engineers are standing by to assist you.
For more information about your H2O, Inc. CRAPZAPPER, or other quality products,
please contact your local H2O, Inc. Authorized Distributor.
Section 3
Boat Diagram & Drawing
Section 4
MSDS Information
Calcium Hypochlorite – Hazardous
Section 1 — Identification
Trade Name and synonyms: Norweco CAL HYPO GIANT TABS
Norweco CAL HYPO TABLETS
Chemical Name and synonyms: Calcium Hypochlorite
Chemical and Physical State: Hypochlorite Solid
Modular Formula: Ca(OCI)2
Modular Weight: 143.00
Calcium Hypochlorite: 68%
Section 1 — Identification
Manufacturers Name: St. Micheal Environmental
14703 East Main
Cut Off, La. 70345
Trade Name: Formula 101
Chemical Name: Formula 101 — Class 1 Indigenous Microbes*
Chemical Family: Bacterial
Formula: Freeze Dried proprietary blend of various strains of microorganisms
*All microbes are classified as Class 1 organisms which are naturally occurring, non-pathogenic (will not cause
Disease), and non-opportunistic (will not cause disease in a compromised host).
Note:
All statements, information, data provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are
presented without guarantee, warranty or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied, on our part. Users should make their own
investigations to determine the suitability of the information on products for their particular purposes.
Formula 101 Enhancer— Non-Hazardous
Section 1 — Identification
Name: Formula 101 Enhancer
DOT: Class Not Required
Chemical Family: Aqueous solution of various natural extracts and micronutrients, Biodegradable,
Non-Hazardous Compounds.
Formula: Proprietary
Note:
All statements, information, data provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are
presented without guarantee, warranty or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied, on our part. Users should make their own
investigations to determine the suitability of the information on products for their particular purposes.