BIO-MICROBICS BioSTORM 0.5 User manual

BIOSTORMOM-001 REV. 4 AUG 2023
BioSTORM®Inspection & Maintenance
Manual
For use with:
BioSTORM®0.5, 0.75, 1.0, 1.25, 1.5, 3.0, 5.0, 10.0
Inspection & Maintenance Manual

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CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................................................................................................3
ABOUT BIOSTORM®.............................................................................................................................................................3
GENERIC SYSTEM LAYOUT ..................................................................................................................................................4
MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................................................................5
GENERAL STATEMENT.........................................................................................................................................................5
MAINTENANCE PROCESS .................................................................................................................................................... 5
INSPECTION...............................................................................................................................................................6
GENERAL STATEMENT.........................................................................................................................................................6
INSPECTION PROCESS .........................................................................................................................................................6
HOW TO CHECK THE SEDIMENT DEPTH..............................................................................................................................6
LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................................................................................................................7
TERMS AND CONDITIONS...........................................................................................................................................7
KEEP FOR YOUR RECORDS..........................................................................................................................................9

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GENERAL INFORMATION
If you have questions regarding any BioMicrobics product, please contact your distributor first.
If necessary, contact us at:
1-800-753-FAST (3278) or [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
Always secure all access covers to prevent unauthorized people from entering tanks. Only
qualified service personnel should open access ports and/or covers.
Infectious organisms may also exist in a stormwater tank. Therefore, if any contact with
contaminated water occurs, immediately wash and disinfect all exposed areas and contact
personal physician. Failure to do so could result in severe sickness or death.
DO NOT use an open flame or cause a spark near a tank’s access points. Gases emanating
from storm tanks can explode if ignited or deadly if inhaled.
Introducing harmful or damaging substances into the BioSTORM® system may void the warranty.
ABOUT BIOSTORM®
BioSTORM® provides a sustainable, low-maintenance solution for city stormwater needs. The two-stage process
prevents pollutants such as trash, debris, sediment, and hydrocarbons from entering storm drainage networks
from parking lots, highways, and other impervious surfaces. The BioSTORM® catches surface runoff before it
reaches watersheds, protecting streams from pollutants and supporting natural ecosystems.

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GENERIC SYSTEM LAYOUT

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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL STATEMENT
Regular maintenance of the BioSTORM®does not require entry of the underground storm chambers. However,
if entry is required, appropriate OSHA and local safety regulations and guidelines should be followed. Please
contact your local distributor if you have questions regarding the inspection and maintenance of the
BioSTORM®.
MAINTENANCE PROCESS
Maintenance should be performed when water conditions are static to avoid interruption during the
maintenance duration. Refer to your local and national regulations for any additional maintenance
requirements and schedules not contained herein. The maintenance process is summarized below.
Swab debris and litter off the angled slots on the StormTEE®by using its built-in plunger.
Remove floatable debris using a heavy-duty skimmer net or a vacuum-waste pump truck to skim trash
floating on the stagnant water surface. There is no need for man entry into the chambers. Removal of
debris can be performed through the manholes. The removed debris should be properly disposed of
per local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.
Accumulated oil must be removed from the surface using a vacuum-waste pump truck or sump
vacuum.
To remove accumulated sediments from the BioSTORM®interceptor, wash off the interceptor using
pressurized water from a garden hose. Note: Using a pressure washer is not recommended on the
interceptor as it may damage its integrity.
For sediment removal from the system floor, BioSTORM®systems are designed with clear access at
both chambers. A vacuum truck, or similar trailer mounted equipment, can be used to remove the
sediment, hydrocarbons, and water within the unit. For more effective removal, it is recommended to
use sewer jetting equipment to force the sediment to the vacuum hose. When the floor is sufficiently
cleaned, fill the system back to its normal water elevation (to the pipe inverts).
When all pollutants have been removed from the BioSTORM®system, the manhole lids should be put
securely back in place.
Properly dispose of the sediment per local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.
Proof of inspections and maintenance is the responsibility of the owner. All inspection reports and data
should be kept on site or at a location where they will be accessible for years in the future.
Avoid pumping down after periods of heavy rain or when the ground water is likely to be above the bottom of
the concrete tank. Emptying the tank under these conditions could cause the tank to float up and become
dislodged if it is not sufficiently anchored to prevent flotation.

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INSPECTION
GENERAL STATEMENT
Regular inspections are recommended to ensure that the system is functioning as designed. Inspections
should be a part of the standard operating procedure. The required frequency of cleanout depends on site use
and other site-specific characteristics and should therefore be determined by inspecting the unit after
installation. During the first year of operation, the unit should be inspected at least every six months to
determine the rate of sediment and floatable material accumulation. More frequent inspections are
recommended at sites that would generate heavy solids loads, like parking lots with winter sanding or
unpaved maintenance lots. In cases where inspection is performed on an annual basis, the inspection should
be conducted before the stormwater season begins to ensure that the system is functioning properly for the
upcoming storm season.
INSPECTION PROCESS
Inspection should be performed when water conditions are static to avoid interruption during the
maintenance duration. Refer to your local and national regulations for any additional inspection requirements
and schedules not contained herein. Brief steps of the inspection process are summarized below.
Perform visual inspection at all manhole locations.
Visually check for debris accumulation on the StormTEE®and the interceptor.
Utilize a sediment pole to measure and document the amount of sediment accumulation in both
chambers. Refer to “How to Check the Sediment Depth”section for additional details.
Inspect the inlet and outlet pipe opening to ensure that the silt level or any foreign objects are not
blocking the pipes.
It is recommended to visually inspect all pipes and connection for any possible leaks and findings will
need to be reported to the contractor.
HOW TO CHECK THE SEDIMENT DEPTH
To determine the amount of sediment in the treatment chamber, which contains the BioSTORM®interceptor:
Open the access ports or cover(s) of the treatment zone
Insert a sediment pole to the top of the sediment layer and record the depth.
Insert the pole to the bottom of the system and record the depth.
The difference in the two measurements corresponds to the amount of sediment in the treatment
chamber.
NJDEP requires sediment removal on or before it reaches the maximum allowable depth per model size
(50% of the MTD’s maximum storage depth). Consult your local distributor or the factory for guidance.
We recommend that you pump both chambers even if only one chamber requires pumping. Pump the
settling chamber first, which contains the STORMTEE® and then the treatment chamber, which
contains the interceptor

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LIMITED WARRANTY
BioMicrobics, Inc. warrants the following systems
*BioSTORM® 0.5, 0.75, 1.0, 1.25, 1.5, 3.0, 5.0, and 10.0
against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year after installation, or eighteen months
from date of shipment, whichever occurs first, subject to the following terms and conditions.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Note: For this warranty to be effective, BioMicrobics must receive the product registration for the system.
During the warranty period, if any part is defective or fails to perform as specified when operating at design
conditions, and if the equipment has been installed and is being operated and maintained in accordance with
the written instructions that BioMicrobics, Inc. has provided, BioMicrobics, Inc. will repair or replace at its
discretion such defective parts free of charge. Defective parts must be returned by owner to BioMicrobics,
Inc.’s factory postage paid, if so requested. The cost of labor and all other expenses resulting from
replacement of the defective parts and from installation of parts furnished under this warranty shall be borne
by the owner. This warranty does not cover general system misuse, aerator components that have been
damaged by flooding or any components that have been disassembled by unauthorized persons, improperly
installed or damaged due to altered or improper wiring or overload protection. This warranty applies only to
the treatment system and does not include any of the structure wiring, plumbing, drainage, septic tank or
disposal system. BioMicrobics, Inc. reserves the right to revise, change or modify the construction and/or
design of the BioMicrobics system, or any component part or parts thereof, without incurring any obligation to
make such changes or modifications in present equipment. BioMicrobics, Inc. is not responsible for
consequential or incidental damages of any nature resulting from such things as, but not limited to, defect in
design, material, or workmanship, or delays in delivery, replacements or repairs.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. BIOMICROBICS, INC.
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. NO REPRESENTATIVE OR PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO GIVE ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR TO ASSUME
FOR BIOMICROBICS, INC. ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF ITS PRODUCTS.

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Use this page to record service dates, maintenance performed, notes on system performance, etc.
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Notes

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KEEP FOR YOUR RECORDS
Manufacturer Name:_BioMicrobics, Inc.________________
Manufacturer Phone:__1-800-753-FAST (3278)__________
FAST® System Serial Number: ________________________
System Designer Name:_____________________________
Designer Phone:___________________________________
Installed By:______________________________________
Installer Phone:___________________________________
Maintenance Provider Name:________________________
Maintenance Provider Phone:________________________