Premier Tech Aqua Solido Smart Series User manual

Operating Manual Including Operations Logbook
Manual for Installation, Commissioning, and
Maintenance
Single-Chamber Biological Nutrient Removal Wastewater Treatment
Plant
Premier Tech Aqua Ltd
2 Whitehouse Way
South West Industrial Estate
Peterlee, County Durham,
SR8 2RA
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail], Web:www.premiertechaqua.co.uk
136262

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1. About this document......................................................................................... 8
1.1 Scope....................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Symbols used ........................................................................................... 9
1.3 List of abbreviations u sed ....................................................................... 10
2. Intended use................................................................................................... 10
3. Safety instructions .......................................................................................... 11
4. Description of functions .................................................................................. 13
4.1 Component overview ............................................................................. 13
4.2 General.................................................................................................. 15
4.3 Treatment process with the Solido SMART ICEAS SBR .............................. 15
5. Operating notes .............................................................................................. 20
5.1 Everyday conduct ................................................................................... 20
5.2 General r ecommendations ..................................................................... 22
5.3 Daily function check ............................................................................... 23
5.4 Monthly in -house inspection................................................................... 23
5.5 Half-yearly maintenance ......................................................................... 23
5.6 Other maintenance recommendations .................................................... 23
5.7 Important documents for operation and mainten ance ............................. 23
6. Monthly in -house inspection and half-yearly maintenance ............................... 24
6.1 Opening and c losing the Top Cov er ......................................................... 24
6.2 Monthly in -house inspection................................................................... 25
6.3 Half-yearly maintenance ......................................................................... 26
7. Installation and start-up .................................................................................. 28
7.1 Checking the system components for completeness ................................ 28
7.2 Checklist BEFORE assembling the Solido SMART package sewage
treatment plant ...................................................................................... 30
7.3 Assembly steps for the Solido SMART package sewage treatm ent plant .... 32
7.3.1 Installin g the shaft assemb ly set ................................................. 32
7.3.2 Filling up the lifter with water .................................................... 32
7.3.3 Assembling the tube diffuser ..................................................... 32
7.3.4 Positioning th e pump at the appropriate level (pumped version). 33
7.3.5 Connecting the air inlet supports ............................................... 33

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7.3.6 Laying the control cable............................................................. 33
7.3.7 Connecting the t echnology capsule ............................................ 34
7.3.8 Installing outlet (Pumped version).............................................. 34
7.3.9 Installing the flap valve in the pump (pumped version ) ............... 35
8. S40 control unit and available settings ............................................................. 37
8.1 About the S40 control unit ...................................................................... 37
8.2 Navigat ion in the control m enu ............................................................... 38
8.3 Installation ............................................................................................. 38
8.4 Settings during start-up .......................................................................... 39
8.5 Power failure recogn ition........................................................................ 40
8.6 Menu structure...................................................................................... 40
8.6.1 Basic screen .............................................................................. 40
8.6.2 Other main menu levels............................................................. 41
8.6.3 Application example in the password-protected ......................... 43
8.6.4 “Start125%” start-up phase ....................................................... 46
8.7 Solido SMART S40 m enu overview .......................................................... 47
8.8 Alarm r elay (for an external signaller) ...................................................... 49
8.9 Service and maintenance (specialist companies only)............................... 49
9. Operational failures and r esolving them ........................................................... 50
9.1 S40 control alarm m essages.................................................................... 50
9.2 Other failures ......................................................................................... 52
10. Appendix ........................................................................................................ 55
10.1 Technical data and environmental conditions for the control unit ............ 55
10.2 Wire configuration/terminal scheme for Solido SMART with S40 control .. 56
10.3 Technica l data for So lido SMART t echnology capsule ............................... 57
10.4 EC declaration of conformity ................................................................... 58
10.5 Declaration of performance according to the Construction Products
Regulat ion (BauPVO) .............................................................................. 59
11. Solido SMAR T®operat ions logbook .................................................................. 60
12. Master data sheet for your Solido small wastewater treatment p lant ................ 62

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Overview of the MOST IMPORTANT information for the operator
Safety instructions
Caution:
The electrical components must be connected, started up, and opened
only by qualified authorised personnel. The power cord must be protected
witha 30 mA residual-current circuit breaker.
Caution:
The technology capsule must be opened ONLY by a specialist company
and ONLY w henthe power is sw itchedoff.
Caution:
The Solido SMART should be installed by qualified personnel only. Make
sure that the technical components can be accessed without any danger.
Any deviations from the installation instructions provided are the
responsibility of the specialist company and must be agreed upon w ith
PTAU. Any access to the system whenrequired to do so is permitted only
if the power has been switchedoff and the applicable accident prevention
regulations are observed (oxygen deficiency).
Observe the safety instructions in the relevant chapters.
For reliable operation
The purification efficiency of the Solido SMART is based on micro-organism
activity. It is a living system.
Therefore,observethe following:
•Do not discharge any harmful or damaging substances (sanitary products,
chemical or oily wipes,food leftovers,chemical cleaner, hair) into the plant.
•Check the control unit display on a daily basis.
•Ensure maintenance is performed on your system in half-yearly intervals
(or as specified in your legal water permit), for example, by concluding a
maintenance contract withan authorised specialist company.

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Failures
If the control unit beeps and the red LED
warning light flashes:
•Note the error text fromthe display
•Turn off the warning signal by pressing
the middle key on the control unit once
•Inform your maintenance provider
immediately.
Legal grounds
You require a legal water usage permit to operate a small wastewatertreatment
plant if you discharge more than 2m3 of w astewater per day. The approval/start-
up of a small wastewater treatment plant can be performed only by an authorised
specialist company and must be documented witha start-up log. Otherwise the
manufacturer warranty period is reduced to the statutory time.
Warranties
Note:
The following warranty assurance is dependent on the proper handling
and correct operation of the plant (also refer to the section “For reliable
operation”).
The tank shell is subject to a factory w arranty of 10 years.
The Solido SMART technology is subject to a factory warranty of up to 1 year.
•A factory warranty of 1 year for the Solido SMART treatment system covers
the service life of all electrical and mechanical components, provided that
start-up and maintenance are performed by an authorised specialist
company.
Note:
Any unauthorised interference with the Solido SMART (for example,
changes to the airlift, opening the junction box/connection plug,
manipulation of the control unit by non-qualified personnel, etc.) and/or the
improper use of the plant and/or deviations from the configuration
specified by PREMIER TECH AQUA (see the relevant section in the
chapter “Installation instructions”) are prohibited and w ill void any w arranty
claims.
Additional documents
Please use the “Master Data Sheet” at the end of this document and retain all
important documents if you wishto submit a warrantyclaim.
Start-up log
Operations logbook
Maintenance log

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An overview of the MOST IMPORTANT information for installation
and assembly
Installing the container
Caution:
When installing the tank, you must observe the accident prevention
regulations andthe specificinstallation instructions for the tank (see
the referencein chapter 1.1).
On-site conditions
The subsurfacemust be sufficiently stable and water permeable.
In particular, observe:
•Water table level
•Installation depths (recommendation: do not exceed a maximum installation
depth of 1.2m from inlet invert)
•Distances to buildings and property boundaries
•Traffic loads
Filling material
The filling material around the tank must be compactable, permeable, and free
of sharp objects. Excavated soil or “filler sand” often does not meet these
criteria.
The thickness of the backfill material should be at least of 250 mm.
Note:
Our recommendation: Gravel witha maximum grain size of 8/16 mm
Work procedure
Please refer to the Installation Guidance notes.

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Assembling the Solido SMART®wastewater treatment technology
Please observe the following safety instructions and assembly steps:
1. Determine the location for the controlunit
Note:
The control unit should not be positioned in direct rain or sunlight.
It should be located between 10m and max. 30m from the tank
(standard cable length: 15m).
2. Lay the cable
Caution:
Never disassemble the cable plug.
Protect the plug from moisture.
Pull the control cable through the cable conduit (DN 50/DN100).
Install the sealing to the building in such a way that it is possible to change
the cable at a later point.
3. Connect the hoses
Attach the pre-fitted hose on the lifter (Gravity version only), pre-fitted hose
on the diffuser and the supply air hose to the Solido SMART capsule
connections. For pumped version, connect outlet hose to pump and outlet.
4. Install the Solido SMART capsule
Set the Solido SMART capsule on the lifter in the container or for the
pumped version set the Solido SMART capsule on the shelf placed within
access turret.
5. Fix the cable in place
Place the control cable into the cable bundle holder.
6. Pumped Version
Suspend the pump on the hooks attached to the turret.
7. Check the complete installation
Check the plant for pipeline gradients, aeration and de-aeration, and
accessibility.
8. Perform start-up
Set up the plant, perform a test run, and brief the operator (prepare the
protocol).

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1. About this document
1.1 Scope
The “Technical Documentation for the Solido SMART SBR Wastew ater
Treatment System” refers primarily to the handling of the Solido SMART as a
technical configuration of Solido SMART small w astewater treatment plants.
It is part of a series of technical documents that describe the installation, start-
up, operation, function, maintenance, and repair of Solido SMART small
w astew ater treatment plants and their options:
List of applicable documents:
•Installation and assembly instructions for Solido SMART MILL3SR tank.
•Short description of the Solido SMART complete system
•Installation instructions for outer column
The Solido SMART technology uses the Mill3SR shell. Its function and technical
configuration are dependent on the type. This documentation uses container
MILL3SR as an example.
Approvals
The Solido SMART wastewater treatment system forms a part of the follow ing
plant types, whichhave received the approvals listed below fromthe Deutsches
Institut für Bautechnik (DIBt - German institute for civil engineering):
Product
Filtration
level
DIBt
no.
Created
on
Valid until
Doc.
no.
Solido SMART
C
Solido SMART
N
Solido SMART
D
The CE declaration of conformity as per EN 12566-3 is available (see the
appendix).
Note:
The approvals are currently being applied for from the DIBt (status as of
May 2016).

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1.2 Symbolsused
In this document, special information and safety instructions are indicated with
the following symbols:
Warning:
Disconnect the w astew ater treatment plant from the power supply before
you continue withthe measures described below (repair, maintenance).
Caution:
Safety instructions that have to be follow ed to prevent a risk to life, risk of
injury to persons and damage to the wastewatertreatment plant.
Note:
Special information that must be observed to ensure the optimum
operation of the wastewatertreatment plant.
This document contains both instructions for the operator of the Solido SMART
small wastewater treatment plants and the instructions for installation
and maintenance personnel.
The chapters that the operator must read and instructions upon which the
operator must act are indicated withthe operator symbol:
Descriptions that the operator of a small wastewater treatment
plant should know and observe.
Instructions that can be or must be carried out by a specialist
company.
Installation and maintenance personnel must have read and understood the
entire documentation to provide support for the operator when working with the
small w astewater treatment plant.
The followingsymbols are used in the control unit and technology capsule:
Caution:
Electrical devices are installed; observe the safety
instructions!
Caution/Note:
Read the technical documentation!
Caution/Note:
Do not dispose of obsolete devices as domestic waste;
hand them into the specially designated collection points.
Caution/Note:
Disconnect the mains plug before you carry out repairs.

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1.3 List of abbreviationsused
These instructions frequently use abbreviations (abb.) to make the document
easier to read. You can find the meaning of these abbreviations in the list below:
2. Intended use
Thank you for choosing a Solido SMART small wastewater treatment plant. To
ensure a long, reliable service life, it is important that you read and observe the
information in this instruction manual.
The Solido SMART SBR wastewatertreatment systemis used toclean and purify
w astew ater indomestic areas. This w astewater treatment systemis not intended
for any other use.
Any other improper use may cause damage and unexpected hazards.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damages to the plant or people if this is the
case.
As the operator, you must follow all of the notes about the operation and
maintenance of the plant (see chapter “6. Monthly in-house inspection and half-
yearly check-up”).
When the plant is taken out of use, it must be properly decommissioned.
Commission an authorised specialist company that decommissions the plant and
properly disposes of the components.
Make sure that the systemis safely disconnected fromthe mains supply, that the
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3. Safety instructions
For the operation ofthe smallwastewater treatmentplant installation
Caution:
Electrical components are to be connected, started up, and opened only
by authorised specialist personnel. The power cordmust be protected with
a 30 mA residual-current circuit breaker.
Caution:
The small wastewater treatment plant should be installed by qualified
personnel only. Make surethat the technical components canbe accessed
without any danger. Any deviations from the installation instructions
provided are the responsibility of the specialist company and must be
agreed upon with the manufacturer. Never enter the system unless the
power has been switched off and the applicable accident prevention
regulations are being observed (oxygen deficiency).
Caution:
The connection of the small wastewater treatment plant to the mains
supply must be performed only by a specialist electrical company.
•30 mA residual-current circuit breaker provided
•Check the correctoperation of the mains connection (forexample: is the
protective earth conductor intact?)
Operation
Caution:
Never disconnect the mains plug during regular plant operation.
The bacteria in the Solido SMART must have a regular supply of oxygen.
For this reason, do not interrupt the power supply to the treatment plant,
even during longer periods of absence (suchas holidays).

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In-house inspection, repair, and maintenance
Caution:
Maintenance work must be carried out only by an authorised specialist
company. The proper operation of the small wastewater treatment
plant must be checked regularly (twice a year, ideally) as part of a
maintenance contract.
Caution:
The technology capsule must be opened ONLY by a specialist company
and ONLY w henthe power is sw itchedoff.
Caution:
Disconnect the plugs for all electrical plant components before entering
the small w astew ater treatment plant.
Caution:
There may be a lack of oxygen in wastewatertreatment plants.
Actwith special care when you enter the small wastewater treatment plant
for repair or maintenance purposes.
Caution:
Comply withthe relevant accident prevention regulations at all times.
There should always be twopeople present whena wastewatertreatment
plant is entered.
Never enter after a person has fallen unconscious; call for help instead.
Caution:
Secure open treatment tanks fromrolling over.
Always closethe treatment tank securely after completing the workon the
wastewater treatment plant by turning the child safety latch on the
TopCover to the lock position.
Caution:
Before opening the control unit or performing repairs on the plant, you
must disconnect the mains plug.
Note:
A small wastewater treatment plant is a stationary electrical system.
Like all electrical systems of this type, its safety should be tested every
year by an electrical technician according to BS EN 61557 or BS
7919:2000. Recommended checks are: the measurement of the insulating
resistance, protective earth conductor resistance and the replacement
leakage current.

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4. Description of functions
4.1 Component overview
Solido SMART
Component overview
Legend for the component overview:
1 - MILL3SR tank (example)
2 - Solido SMART technology
capsule with compressor and
solenoid valves
3 - Tube diffuser (BEL)
4 - Air hose
5 - Lowerpart of the inlet and sludge
pipe
6 - Supply air hose and support
7 - Calmed inlet DN110
8 - Clearwater lifter (KWH)
9 - Outlet (100mm)
10 - Float sw itch(SWS)
11 - Sampling pot with emergency
overflow that is safe from
floating material
12 - Lid Top Cover
13 - De-sludge Pipe DN160
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2
3
4
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Solido SMART Pumped
Component overview
Legend for the component overview:
1 - MILL3SR tank (example)
2 - Solido SMART technology
capsule with compressor and
solenoid valves
3 - Tube diffuser (BEL)
4 - Air hose
5 - Lowerpart of the inlet and sludge
pipe
6 - Supply air hose and support
7 - Calmed inlet DN110
8 - Clearwater Pump c/w withaflap
valve on hanging Chains
9 - Outlet (32mm Compression)
10 - Float sw itch(SWS)
11 - Lid Top Cover
12 - De-sludge Pipe DN160
13 - Chain Hooks
14 - Capsule Shelf
5
1
2
3
4
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7
8
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4.2 General
The Solido SMART small wastewater treatment plant combines all the benefits
of the trusted SOLIDO technology in an extremely compact space. The SBR
procedure used works ina similar w ay toa municipal treatment plant - by directly
aerating the incoming w astewater withouta primary treatment compartment. This
ensures very effective wastewater purification and prevents the build-up of
harmful biogases.
The Solido SMART small wastewater treatment plant is shown with the tank in
the sketch drawings on the previous pages.
The volume and shape of the container foryoursmall wastewater treatment plant
may differ, but the functional principle shownhere is the same.
4.3 Treatment processwith the SolidoSMART ICEAS SBR
The Solido SMART Intermittent Cyclical Extended Aeration System (ICEAS)
SBR small w astew ater treatment plant is comprised of high density polyethylene
plastic tank and works as a sequencing batch reactor.
The special feature of the plant design is that all form of pre-treatment is
dispensed with. All primary and secondary sludge is aerobically treated in one
chamber.
The simultaneous aerobic sludge stabilisation leads to a significant reduction
in sludge accumulation and unwelcome odours in comparison to SBR plant
designs withtwostages
Using a time-controlled twelve-hour SBR cycle (intermittent aeration,
sedimentation, discharge of clearw ater), the same multi-purpose chamber
is used as a reactor, sludge reservoir, and buffer.
As a result, the whole volume benefits from practically the full scope of relevant
functions at the various cycle times.
Process cycles are performed by an electronic controller that includes an
operating hour meter, a logbook function, visual and audible warning signals to
indicate faulty hydraulic or electrical functions and a mains-independent power
failure monitoring system. An overfill alarm is provided using sensors (float
sw itches) in the tank.

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Intermittent aeration
Aeration/mixing is performed with tube diffusers. During a cycle, aeration is
performed intermittently to supply micro-organisms w ithoxygen and ensure the
required level of mixing.
Intermittent aeration/sedimentation and discharge of clearwater
Sedimentation and discharge of clearwater
At the end of a cycle, phase separation between the activated sludge and
clearwater is performed in a sedimentation phase lasting 90 minutes at minimum,
followedby the discharge of clearw ater.
The clearw ater is extracted using a compressed air lift or a submersible pump.
Automaticbackflush system (Airlift version only)
The patented design of the compressed air lifter allows backflushes to be
performed automatically before each operation. The discharge of activated
sludge in the effluent from the SBR reactor is significantly reduced and the
lifetime of the soakaway is increased as a result. The automatic backflush system
also effectively prevents potential lifter blockages.
Pumps, capacity and rates (pumping version only)
The pumping set is installed to precisely empty the tank and ensure a consistent
operation. The pumps are set to the desired level and flow to guaranty that a
specific amount of effluent liquid will be driven out of the system per the
fundamental design criteria.
The employed submerged pump(s) is manufactured by Jung Pumpen (OXYLIFT
2 (S)), ideal for applications related to w astewater engineering. The pumping rate
is equal to 1.2 m3/d (0.6/cycle x 2 cycles) that would correspond to a maximum
working height of 5.2m (see picture next page).

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Plot provided by the manufacturer, pump performance is subjected to ISO 9906 tolerances

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Plant control unit
The Solido SMART system is equipped with an S40-type electronic controller.
The sequence program is designed in a way that guarantees that the required
outflow values are maintained through the proper adjustment of the parameters.
When you enter the number of inhabitants for the plant, the pre-set control
parameters are automatically loaded.
If it appears that the plant is underloaded or overloaded, these parameters must
be adjusted according to the actual conditions by a specialist company upon
consultation withPremier Tech Aqua.
For a detailed description of how the controller w orks, see chapter “8. S40 control
unit and available settings”.
Holiday economymode
For longer periods where no wastewater is generated, e.g. holidays, you can
select an economymode for max. 30 days.
•In this case, the aeration time is reduced to 50% of the set value.
Afterthis time, the controller automatically switches back to normal mode.
Consult your service technician and refer to the menu overview and navigation
in chapter “8. S40 control unit and available settings”.
Operating hour meter and logbook functions
The electronic controller in your plant has an operating hour counter and logbook
function.
Consult your service technician and refer to the menu overview and navigation
in chapter “8. S40 control unit and available settings”.
Float switch
The Solido SMART system is equipped with a sensor (float sw itch)that is used
as an overfill alarm.
The plant triggers an alarm as soon as the sensor detects that the fill level is too
high.

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Sampling device
The Solido SMART system allows you to take samples using
•an integrated sampling pot in the reactor with an emergency overflow
function that is safefrom floating material
The sample is a mixed sample from the preceding clearwater discharge that
provides a sufficiently representative sample; also see chapter “6. Monthly in-
house inspection and half-yearly maintenance”.
Device for sludge removal
The Solido SMART system has a sludge pipe that is permanently installed in
the tank and that ensures proper desludging.
•Desludging is required if the sludge level reaches 70% of the max. permitted
waterlevel at the end of the settlement phase.
•You must check whetherthe functions of the calmed inlet, aeration devices,
and clearwaterlifter are impacted by damaging substances. Substances that
are damaging to functions should be removed each time that maintenance is
performed.
•During desludging, you must ensure that airlift and aeration devices are not
damaged, the plant is not in the middle of the sedimentation phase
whenever possible, and that at least 15% of the sludge quantity remains in
the container.

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5. Operating notes
You help to prevent operating failures through your everyday conduct as the
operator of the Solido SMART small wastewatertreatment plant and by
performing regular checks.
If you observe the operational guidelines listed here, you willsave unnecessary
costs while protecting the environment.
You can:
•Ensure safew astewaterpurification by not exceeding the limit values
•Loweryour costs through optimum consumption quantities and energy
consumption for the w astewater treatment plant (by avoiding unnecessary
amounts of washingand cleaning agents)
•Avoid unnecessary repair costs due to damaging substances
•Lowerenergy consumption and extend the service life by having the
optimum settings configured by a specialist maintenance service
•Ensure longer permeability in the downstreamfiltration systems and
therefore a longer service life for your plant
5.1 Everyday conduct
Please observe the codes of conduct recommended in this chapter in your
everyday workto ensure the faultless operation of the Solido SMART small
wastewater treatment plant and protect the environment.
Please instruct all persons living, working, or staying as guests in your
household about the codes of conduct and ensure that they comply withthem.
Violations of the codes of conduct lead to:
•Blockages in the small wastewater treatment plant or piping, a
backflow of wastewater,servicevisitsand possibly to plant repairs.
•An overload of the treatment plant and untreated water,and to service visits.
•Contamination of the environment and damage to the small wastewater
treatment plant, whichmay require intensive cleaning and repair of the
treatment plant and the erosion of the surrounding soil.