norweco SINGULAIR BIO-KINETIC 960 User manual

INTRODUCTION
The Singulair system is the finest equipment available
and utilizes the most up-to-date wastewater treatment
technology. It is a sound investment that protects you and
the environment. Please take the time to familiarize
yourself with the contents of this manual.
HOW THE SINGULAIR®SYSTEM WORKS
Developed to serve homes and small businesses beyond
the reach of city sewers, the Singulair system employs the
extendedaerationprocess. Similartothetreatmentmethod
usedbymostmunicipal
wastewater treatment
facilities, this process
involves a natural,
biologicalbreakdownof
the organic matter in
wastewater.
Wastewater enters the
pretreatment chamber
where anaerobic
bacterial action
combines with the
effects of gravity to
precondition the waste
before it flows into the
aerationchamber. Once
intheaerationchamber,
aerobic bacteria utilize
the organic matter in
the wastewater to
biologically convert the
waste into stable
substances. Following aeration, flow is transferred to the
clarificationchamber wherethe effectsof gravitysettle out
biologically active material. The Bio-Static sludge return,
located in the clarification chamber, creates hydraulic
currents that gently transfer settled particles back to the
aeration chamber. As clarified liquids pass through
the Bio-Kinetic system, they are filtered, settled and
flow equalized. As a result, complete pretreatment,
aeration, clarification and final filtration are assured. The
Singulair system reliably protects you, your property and
theenvironment.
FEATURESANDADVANTAGES
Singulair tanks, access risers and covers are reinforced
precast concrete, manufactured by the licensed Norweco
distributor. Internal walls and baffles are cast-in-place to
insure uniformity and maximum strength. All components
within the system that will contact the wastewater and
provide treatment are constructed entirely of molded
plastic, stainless steel or rubber.
TheSingulair aeratoris poweredby a1725 RPM,115 volt,
60 hertz, single-phase, fractional horsepower motor. It is
the only electrically powered component in the Singulair
system. The aerator
has been designed
specifically for use in
the Model 960. It costs
less to operate and
consumesfewerkilowatt
hoursof electricitythan
mostmajor appliances.
Singulair aerators are
suppliedwithaprewired
electricalcontrol center
containedinacorrosion
resistant enclosure.
The control center
contains the Singulair
time clock and selector
switch that control
aerator operation. The
localdistributor’sname,
address and telephone
numberaredisplayedon
thecontrolcentercover.
All system controls and necessary owner information are
convenientlylocated at yourfingertips.
Non-mechanical flow equalization and final filtration is
accomplished within the Singulair tank by the Bio-Kinetic
system. This revolutionary device is installed in the
clarification chamber and connected to the system outlet.
Optionalchlorinationanddechlorination may beincludedin
theBio-Kineticsystemifrequired. All Singulair components
work together to assure complete pretreatment, aeration,
clarificationand final filtration.
MODEL 960 WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL

SINGULAIR®SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
Rivalingtheperformanceofthemost advanced wastewater
treatmentplantsintheworld,theSingulairModel960system
complies with USEPAwastewater treatment guidelines for
secondary treatment systems and meets all requirements
of NSF/ANSI Standard 40. In ecologically sensitive areas,
the most stringent effluent standards are 10 mg/L CBOD
and 10 mg/L TSS. Rated Class I after successfully
completing the 7 month Standard 40 test protocol, the
SingulairModel960averagedeffluentof 6 mg/L CBODand
10 mg/L TSS.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The Model 960 Singulair system is designed to treat only
domestic wastewater. Domestic wastewater is defined as
thewastegeneratedfromatypicalresidence. Thisincludes
flowsoriginatingfrom:bathtubs,combinationbaths/showers,
bidets, clothes washers, dishwashers, drinking fountains,
watercoolers, food grinders,kitchensinks, lavatories, mop
basins,service sinks,shower stalls, groupshowers, sinks,
urinals, wash fountains, wash sinks, water closets and
whirlpoolbaths. Whiletheuseofbio-degradabledetergents
isrecommended,theModel960systemhasbeendesigned
to handle any reasonable amount of bathroom, kitchen or
laundrywaste. However,some care shouldbeexercisedto
insurethatnon-biodegradableand/ortoxicmaterialsarenot
disposedof via thedomesticwastewater plumbing. Donot
usetheplumbingsystemfordisposaloflint,cookinggrease,
scouringpads,diapers,sanitarynapkins, cottonballs,cotton
swabs,cleaning rags, dentalfloss, strings,cigarette filters,
rubberorplasticproducts, paints andthinningagents,drain
cleanersorother harshchemicals. Theseitems could plug
portionsoftheplumbing, interfere withbiologicaltreatment,
accumulate in the treatment system and adversely affect
systemperformance. Never connect roofingdown spouts,
footerdrains,sumppump piping,garageandbasementfloor
drains or water softener backwash to the domestic
wastewater plumbing or the treatment system. Water
softener backwash will interfere with biological treatment
and must be disposed of separately.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
EachSingulair controlcenter must bewired toa dedicated
115VAC, single-phase circuitat themainelectrical service
panel. A15ampcircuitis recommended(10ampminimum).
Apictorialwiringdiagramisprovidedinsidethecontrolcenter
enclosure. All electrical work must be performed in
accordancewiththe requirements oftheNational Electrical
Codeandall applicable localcodes. Electricalconnections
shouldbemadeonlybyaqualifiedelectricianfollowingproper
proceduresand using safetools.
CAUTION: Any time service is required, first shut off
the dedicated circuit breaker in the main electrical
service panel. Next, shut off the selector switch in the
Singulair control center. Failure to do so could result
in personal injury or equipment damage.
SINGULAIR®AERATOR
The aerator has been specifically designed for use in the
Singulair system and includes special alloy and molded
plastic parts to prolong aerator life. Aerator bearings are
pre-lubricated and sealed. Singulair aerators are installed
inaconcretemountingcastingabovetheaerationchamber.
Fresh air enters the aerator through the drip shield and is
drawndownthehollowaspiratorshaftwhereit is introduced
belowthe liquidsurface. Only the molded plastic aspirator
and the lower portion of the stainless steel aspirator shaft
aresubmerged.
The aerator is not designed to run under water and will
automaticallyshutoff if a highwaterconditionoccurs. If the
liquid rises to the level of the foam restrictor, the control
centercircuitbreakerwillautomaticallyopentoshutoffpower
to the aerator, light the red warning light and sound the
audiblealarm.
Each Singulair aerator is a precision engineered
electro-mechanicaldevice. Donotremoveitfromitsinstalled
position. Do not attempt any type of repair. Contact your
localSingulairdistributorifserviceisneeded. Unauthorized
tamperingorrepairwillvoidimportantprovisionsofthelimited
warrantyandexchangeprogram.
FRESH AIR VENTING SYSTEM
An aerator vent assembly is cast into the concrete access
coveraboveeach aerator. Theventassemblysuppliesfresh
air to the aerator, which is drawn through the aspirator
and into the wastewater. Finished landscaping should be
maintained six inches below the top of the vented access
coverandgradedtodrainrunoffawayfromthecover. Donot
allow plants, shrubbery, mulch or landscaping of any type
torestrictthe flow ofairto the ventassemblyorobstruct the
accesscover.

SINGULAIR®CONTROL CENTER
Every Singulair aerator is supplied with a prewired
electricalcontrol center topermit fullyautomaticoperation.
The control center is contained in a sealed corrosion
resistant enclosure for your safety and the protection of
components and wiring. The control center should be
located so the red warning light can be seen and the
audible alarm heard. It should be mounted to minimize
exposure to direct sunlight, freezing rain or conditions
that might prevent routine inspection or access. If an
electrical overload occurs for any reason, the red warning
light will glow and the audible alarm will sound. To shut
off the alarms and restart the aerator, push the reset
button on the control center cover. This should reset the
circuit breaker and allow the aerator to resume normal
operation. If the alarms do not shut off after depressing
the reset button or if the breaker continues to trip, call the
localSingulair distributor.
TIME CLOCK
Each control center is supplied with an adjustable time
clock that determines the operating cycle of the aerator.
The time clock will not permit the aerator to run less than
30 minutes out of each hour and is adjustable in 5 minute
increments up to 55 minutes per hour. Full time
operation is achieved by moving the selector switch to the
“continuous” position. The performance of the Singulair
system has been certified to meet NSF/ANSI Standard 40
effluent quality requirements and USEPA secondary
treatment guidelines at the minimum time clock setting.
Thetime clock isfactory preset andshould not beadjusted
by the owner. Your factory-trained Norweco distributor
will make necessary adjustments under the specific
direction and authorization of the local regulatory agency.
If you feel an adjustment is necessary, contact your
localdistributor.
BIO-STATIC®SLUDGE RETURN
Each Bio-Static sludge return is securely installed in the
aeration/clarificationchamberwalltoprovidereturnofsettled
solids. Aerationchamberhydrauliccurrentsenterthesludge
return(s)andare directed throughtheBio-Staticdeviceinto
theclarificationchamber. The hydraulic currentscontaining
resuspended sludge are directed through the clarification
chamber inlet zone and back to the aeration chamber
for additional treatment. The Bio-Static sludge return
accomplishes resuspension and return of settled solids
withoutdisturbing the contentsof theclarification chamber.
It has no moving parts and does not require service but its
operation will be checked by your local distributor during
eachsemi-annualservice inspection.
BIO-KINETIC®SYSTEM
Bio-Kinetic systems provide non-mechanical flow
equalization through all plant processes. The Bio-Kinetic
systemcontains 3 separatefiltration zones,8 independent
settlingzones,optionalchlorination anddechlorinationtablet
feed systems and serves as its own chlorine contact
chamber. When used with Blue Crystal residential
disinfecting tablets, the performance of the Bio-Kinetic
system as a chlorination device is certified to NSF/ANSI
Standard46, Section 11. Allcomponentsaremanufactured
from plastic, stainless steel or rubber. Do not remove a
Bio-Kinetic system from the clarification chamber without
disengaging the locking lugs and pumping out the internal
chambers. Yourlocaldistributorhasthenecessarytraining,
tools and equipment for removal and cleaning. If your
Bio-Kinetic system is in need of service contact your local
distributor. Duringeachsemi-annualserviceinspectionyour
localdistributorwillremoveand clean theBio-Kineticsystem
or replace it with a unit from their service stock.

NON-MECHANICAL
FLOW EQUALIZATION
The patented design of the Bio-Kinetic system provides
non-mechanicalflowequalizationfortheSingulairModel960
wastewatertreatmentplant. Equalizationreducesincoming
hydraulicsurges(e.g.typicalshowerof10minutesduration,
bathtub discharge of 5 minutes duration, clothes washer
dischargeof 2 minutesduration and dishwasherdischarge
of 2 minutes duration) throughout the system. The flow
equalization provided by the Bio-Kinetic system causes
wastewater to be held upstream of the final outlet during
hydraulic surges, which preserves treatment integrity and
enhancessystemoperation. Theactualrateofequalization
variesand depends uponspecific loadingpatterns and the
duration of each flow surge. At the design loading pattern
like the one used during the NSF/ANSI Standard 40
performance evaluation, the Model 960-500 GPD system
equalizesallflow anaverageof 48%. As aresult,hydraulic
surgesandperiodsofhighwastewaterflowareautomatically
reduced to protect the environment and all treatment plant
processes on a demand use, as needed, basis.
BLUE CRYSTAL®RESIDENTIAL
DISINFECTING TABLETS
If local regulations require, an initial supply of Blue Crystal
disinfecting tablets will be placed in the Bio-Kinetic system
chlorine feed tube(s) at system start-up. Specifically
formulated for use in the Singulair system, Blue Crystal
disinfectingtabletsprovideefficientand reliable disinfection
wheneffluent chlorination isdesirable. Manufactured from
calcium hypochlorite, Blue Crystal disinfecting tablets
provideeffective,economicalbacteria killing power. Liquid
enteringthe Bio-Kineticsystem contacts the installed Blue
Crystal disinfecting tablets, just downstream of the
equalization ports. A fully charged feed tube will last an
averageofsixmonths. During eachsemi-annualinspection,
yourlocal distributor’s servicetechnician will checksystem
operation,the rate oftablet consumptionandinstall tablets
duringroutineservice inspections.
NOTE: USEPAguidelinesstate“Ontheaverage,satisfactory
disinfectionofsecondarywastewatereffluentcanbeobtained
when the chlorine residual is 0.5 ppm after 15 minutes
contact.” Retention time must comply with the controlling
regulatoryjurisdiction.
CAUTION: Theimproper handlingofBlueCrystaltablets
may cause personal injury or property damage. Keep
out of the reach of children and do not allow the tablets
or feed tube to contact skin, eyes, or clothing. Tablets
may be fatal if swallowed and tablet dust is irritating to
the eyes, nose and throat. Do not handle the tablets or
feed tubes without first carefully reading the product
container label, MSDS information and the handling
andstorageinstructions. Mixingof chemicalsmaycause
a violent reaction leading to fire or explosion. For
additionalinformationabout BlueCrystaltablets contact
your local distributor.
BIO-NEUTRALIZER®DECHLORINATION
TABLETS
Inenvironmentallysensitiveareas,environmentalregulations
mayrequiretheuseofBio-Neutralizerdechlorinationtablets.
Manufactured as an efficient and dependable means to
chemically neutralize both free and combined chlorine,
Bio-Neutralizer dechlorination tablets provide consistent
reduction or elimination of chlorine residual without
unnecessarilyreducing the levelofdissolved oxygeninthe
treatment system effluent. Bio-Neutralizer dechlorination
tablets utilize a unique chemical mixture for chlorine
reduction and environmental protection. As liquid passes
throughthe finaldischarge zone ofthe Bio-Kineticsystem,
the flow contacts the installed Bio-Neutralizer tablets and
residual chlorine is removed from the system effluent. A
fullycharged Bio-Neutralizerfeed tube willlast anaverage
of six months. During each semi-annual inspection, your
local distributor’s service technician will check system
operation,the rate oftablet consumptionandinstall tablets
duringroutineservice inspections.
CAUTION: Bio-Neutralizer tablets or feed tubes should
not be mixed with Blue Crystal tablets. Do not handle
the tablets or feed tubes without first carefully reading
the product container label, MSDS information and the
handling and storage instructions. For additional
information about Bio-Neutralizer tablets contact your
local distributor.
NO OWNER MAINTENANCE
The Singulair system is inspected and serviced by a local
licensed, factory-trained distributor, therefore, no owner
maintenance is required during the warranty period. The
Singulair system does not require pumping as often as a
septic tank. Under normal use only the pretreatment
chamber should be pumped. How often pumping is
necessary depends on system use. The local Singulair
distributor will inspect the aeration chamber contents and
plant effluent at six month intervals to determine if the
pretreatmentchamberisdischargingexcessivesolids. Every
threeyears,thepretreatmentchambershouldbeinspected.
Thepretreatmentchamberwill normally requirepumpingat
three to five year intervals. Contact your local distributor
priortotankpumpingforcompleteinformationonremoval of
equipment,access toindividual chambers, coordinationof
services and proper disposal of tank contents. A tank
pumping service licensed by the local regulatory agency
must be used for removal and disposal of tank contents.
The tank pumper should consult with local authorities to
determinetheproper disposalmethod.
If a period of intermittent use, or an extended period of
non-use of the Singulair system is anticipated, contact the
local distributor for instructions. Your local licensed
distributorhascomprehensiveSingulairserviceinstructions
andhasbeenfactory-trainedintroubleshootingprocedures.
Contact your local distributor if you require service or
informationregardingtankpumping.

DISTRIBUTOR SERVICE PROGRAM
Semi-annual service inspections, at six month intervals for the first two years of system operation, are provided by your local
Norweco distributor and are included in the original purchase price of the Singulair system. Costs for travel and labor are not
charged to the owner. During an inspection, each mechanical aerator, Bio-Kinetic system and other plant components are
servicedasoutlined in theSingulairServiceManual. Aftertheinitial two year serviceprogramis completed, thelocaldistributor
willprovide continued serviceatthe owner’s option. Theservice program shouldberenewed by theowner to insuremaximum
systemperformance.
AskyourNorwecodistributorabout a renewable servicecontract. Ifyouallowservicecoverageto expire, you canstillobtainthe
professional assistance of a factory-trained technician. However, these special service calls will be performed on a time and
materials basis. Professional service is important to proper system operation and should not be allowed to lapse. Be sure to
considertheadvantages of arenewableservice contract.
Thelocal Norweco distributor’sservicetechnician willperformthe following servicesduring each serviceinspection:
✓✓
✓✓
✓Checkaeratoroperation
✓✓
✓✓
✓Checkaeratorpower consumption
✓✓
✓✓
✓Checkaeratorairdelivery
✓✓
✓✓
✓Clean stainless steel aspirator shaft
✓✓
✓✓
✓Cleanaspiratortip
✓✓
✓✓
✓Cleanfreshair vent inconcretecover
✓✓
✓✓
✓Inspectaeration chamber contents
✓✓
✓✓
✓Checkoperation of controlcenter
✓✓
✓✓
✓Adjust time clock when required
✓✓
✓✓
✓Removethe Bio-Kineticsystem
✓✓
✓✓
✓Scrapethe clarification chamber
✓✓
✓✓
✓Inspectthe Bio-Static sludge return
✓✓
✓✓
✓Inspectoutlet coupling
✓✓
✓✓
✓Install a clean Bio-Kinetic system
✓✓
✓✓
✓Fill Blue Crystal feed tube
✓✓
✓✓
✓FillBio-Neutralizerfeed tube
✓✓
✓✓
✓Inspecteffluentquality
✓✓
✓✓
✓Inspect outlet line
✓✓
✓✓
✓Inspectgroundwater relief point
✓✓
✓✓
✓Inspecteffluent disposalsystem
✓✓
✓✓
✓Completeownerservicerecord
✓✓
✓✓
✓Completehealthdepartment notification
✓✓
✓✓
✓Completedistributorservicerecord
✓✓
✓✓
✓Mailhealth department notification

DATE DESCRIPTION
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
A Warranty Registration Card was attached to the control
center before it was shipped from the factory. If this card
has not been returned to Norweco, complete and mail it
immediately. If it is not returned within thirty days of the
installation date, the two year limited warranty and fifty
year aerator exchange program will begin on the date of
componentshipment from thefactory.
If the control center is mounted in an outdoor location,
removetheaeratormodelnumberandserialnumberrecord
card and store it in a safe location. Otherwise, do not
remove this card from the control center. If it is necessary
to call the local distributor for service, make note of the
serial number before calling. Distributor warranty and
service records are cross-indexed by owner name and
aeratorserialnumber. Supplying the aeratorserialnumber
with the service request will give the distributor a ready
reference so that changes in system ownership will not
delayservice.
SINGULAIR®LIMITED WARRANTY
SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICE RECORD
Foryourreference, please documentserviceperformed on thefollowingchart:
TheSingulairaerator enjoys the distinctionofbeingthe
only aerator on the market today backed by a fifty
yearwarranty andexchange program. Each Singulair
aerator, controlcenter,Bio-Kineticsystemandanyother
componentsmanufacturedby Norweco, are warranted
to be free from defects in material and workmanship,
undernormaluseandservice,foraperiod of two years.
Thetwo year limitedwarrantyis included inthe original
purchase price of every Singulair system. The
comprehensive aerator exchange program offers
Singulair owners an additional forty-eight years of
protection. Owners with a Singulair system may
exchange any aerator up to fifty years of age for a
replacement unit at a prorated cost. If the Singulair
aerator fails, do not use or dismantle the unit. The
local, licensed distributor has detailed warranty and
exchange information and should be contacted for
serviceor replacement instructions.
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