BIOCLEANER BIOSIX, PRISTINE SEA, CHEM5

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

2016

Table of Contents

DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT ............................................................................................... 3

DEFINITIONS .......................................................................................................................3

INTERMITTENT OPERATION ................................................................................................4

EXTENDED PERIODS OF NON USE .......................................................................................4

START UP PROCEDURES FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS ...........................................................5

OPERATION OF THE TREATMENT SYSTEM .........................................................................7

MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................8

DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT
Biocleaner Unit is an enhanced treatment system that has the capability to improve the quality of the
effluent by reducing carbonaceous biochemical oxygen demand (CBOD5), grease, and total suspended
solids (TSS).
The Unit is an on-site wastewater treatment system that is designed to treat domestic residential,
commercial and industrial wastewater to standards suitable for disposal in a surface and sub-surface drain
field. The discharge from the treatment system is designed to be better quality than the normal discharge
from septic tanks, reduces the potential for buildup of residual solids in the treatment tank, and reduces
the potential for clogging the drain fields
The Unit consists of a media basket and aeration system. The system is suitable for use on residential,
commercial and industrial applications.

DEFINITIONS
Bio-Carrier: A porous nontoxic media made from diatomaceous earth that contains the microbial
populations used to treat the wastewater.
Acclimation: Microbes acclimated to the material being treated more effectively utilizes the waste as a
food source, thus improving the degrading process.
Breaker: Controls the equipment used in the treatment process and detects failures of mechanical &
electrical components.
Authorized Representative: An organization, group, individual, or other entity that is authorized by
BioCleaner to distribute, sell, install, or service.
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5): The concentration of oxygen (expressed in mg/l) utilized by
microorganisms in the oxidation of organic matter and nitrogen during a five-day period at a temperature
of 20 0 C (68 0 F)
Components: All of the physical, mechanical, and electrical parts that comprise wastewater treatment
system.
Data Day: Any day in which the daily composite sample has been collected and evaluated, establishing
influent and effluent values for BOD
Disinfection: The killing of waterborne pathogenic bacteria and viruses in wastewater effluents using a
disinfectant.
Fecal Coliform: Bacteria of the coliform type found in the intestines of warm-blooded animals and used
as an indicator organism for water borne diseases.
Manufacturer: BioCleaner, Inc.

On-Site Waste Treatment System: A system installed at a site to treat and dispose of wastewater.
Speciation: An application specific consortium of naturally occurring bacteria and fungi, not a single
microbe or pre-packaged mix.
Thirty-Day Average: The average of daily measurements over a calendar month calculated as the sum of
all daily measurements taken during a calendar month divided by the number of daily measurements
taken during that month.
Total Nitrogen: The sum of the concentration of nitrates, nitrites, ammonia, and organic nitrogen
expressed in mg/L
Total Suspended Solids (TSS): The quantity of solids (expressed as mg/L), which can be readily removed
from a well-mixed sample with standard laboratory filtering procedures.
Upset: An exceptional incident in which there is unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
designated effluent limitations because of factors beyond the reasonable control of the manufacturer

INTERMITTENT OPERATION
Intermittent Use
Intermittent use of the Unit will occur with facilities that are not producing flow continuously during the
year. The Unit remains functional during intermittent usage. If possible, the air pump to the media basket
should continue to run.

Power Outage
In the event of a power outage the water will become anaerobic (no oxygen in the water). The microbes
in the media basket are facultative (live in aerobic and anaerobic environment) and will become dormant
without oxygen present, but will not die. Once the air is turned on the microbes convert to the aerobic
state and will begin to multiply and treat the wastewater in the treatment tank. In the event that there is
an extended power outage, the tank will continue to treat the wastewater in an anaerobic environment
but will not reduce the constituent concentrations to standards during the period of the outage.

EXTENDED PERIODS OF NON USE

For extended periods of non-use, the microbe populations in the media basket become dormant when no
wastewater is being discharged to the treatment tank. The microbe populations become active again as
soon as wastewater is discharged to the treatment tank.

Media Basket
During extended periods of non-use, the media basket should be removed from the water and allowed to
hang above the water in the access way to drain the free water around the media. Once the water stops
dripping from the basket it can be removed and stored in a dry place or hung where there is no direct
contact with sunlight. When the media basket dries out, the microbe populations will become dormant.
Do not completely wrap the media basket with plastic. The plastic will prohibit oxygen from reaching
the dried media with the dormant bacteria and will kill most of the microbe populations.
After extended periods of inoccupation without any wastewater being discharged to the system, the
Biocleaner system will take 1 to 3 days to become fully operational again after the media basket is placed
back into the treatment tank, the air is turned on, and wastewater is discharged to the system.

Air Pumps
The air pumps should be turned off during periods of extended nonuse.
Do not place the media basket until the air pumps are installed and are fully operational.

START UP PROCEDURES FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS

The following procedures are intended to be used ONLY FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS.

Treatment Tank
1. All piping, media basket, etc., which make up the tank components shall be installed in the treatment
tank, securely fastened in place and ready for operation.
2. The treatment tank is to be filled with clear tap water to the operating level.
3. As the tank is being filled, use a mirror on a pole to check for leaks around the compartment divider. If
leaks are found, pump out the tank, ventilate it with fans to thoroughly exhaust any hazardous fumes and
go inside the tank to seal off the leak area and refill the tank.
4. Once the tank has been filled with clear water turn and there are no leaks around the compartment
baffle or the influent and influent and effluent lines proceed to start up the equipment.

Air Equipment
1. Connect the air pump chord to the 115/220V receptacle and listen to the noise of the pump. If
there is no noise, the pump is not running and the cause is to be determined by the installer. A
sharp metallic mechanical noise or heavy vibration means the pump is not running properly and
must be replaced by the installer.

2. Place a low range air pressure gauge over the outlet hose barb of the air pump and secure it with a hose
clamp. Measure the air pressure of the pump at a dead head. The dead head pressure should be no less
than 5.5 pounds per square inch +/- 0.5 psi. If the dead head pressure is too low the pump is not operating
properly and should be replaced with a properly operating unit by the installer.
3. Once the air pump is operating properly, connect the air tubing to the air. Check the air tubing for leaks
around the fittings and connections using soapy water. Repair any fittings and connections that leak air.
4. Open the air valve to the media basket and observe the air pattern around the unit. The air bubbles
around the basket should be readily visible and gently agitate the water column in the treatment tank

Media Basket
1. The media basket should be hung in the horizontal (vertical in case of the Sewer Buddy) position at the
bottom of the aeration. The basket should be checked to make sure that it hangs horizontally and is not
leaning.
2. Visually observe the pattern of air bubbles around the basket. If large bubbles appear in one spot, check
the air piping for leaks. Lift the basket out of the tank remove the media and check the air piping and
connections for leaks using soapy water. Repair any leaks and re-install the basket in the treatment tank.
3. Throttle the air valve to the media basket until a steady stream of air bubbles is visible around the media
basket the water surface should be gently moving from the rising air bubbles.

Placing in Operation
1. After all functions and equipment have been tested the unit is ready to be placed in operation.
2. Pump out 2 inches +/- of the clear tap water in the treatment tank and connect the industrial
wastewater line to the influent.
3. Check for any leaks around the wastewater line connection. Repair any leaks that are found.
4. At this point the unit is in operation.

Follow-up Inspection (optional)

1. After the treatment system has been operating for 7 days the BioCleaner Inc. representative will
schedule a time to conduct a follow up inspection of the treatment system.
2. During the inspection, the function of the equipment will be inspected, the treatment units visually
inspected, and the overall treatment process evaluated and, if needed, changes in the recirculation rate
and air feed to the media basket will be adjusted.

3. Additional training will be conducted with the customer to answer questions, again explain the function
and operation of the treatment system, and follow up on any issues that need to be resolved concerning
operation and maintenance.
4. The BioCleaner representative will take a grab sample of the treated effluent and test it for COD, BOD5,
TSS, pH, and visually evaluate the sample for odor, clarity, and visible oil and grease sheens.
5. The BioCleaner representative shall prepare a report on the inspection and give it to the customer.
Any recommendations and instructions on operation and maintenance will be included with the report.

OPERATION OF THE TREATMENT SYSTEM

Introduction: The BioCleaner system upgrades the conventional treatment system by adding microbes
and air. The mechanical components of the system include an air pump, a media basket, fine bubble
diffuser. The effluent, however, is better quality than a conventional system, will meet passing standards
for COD, BOD and TSS and will meet the NSF/ANSI 245-2007 standards for nitrogen reduction, is low in
grease and suspended solids concentrations.

Treatment Tank
Aeration
Air is introduced into the interior of the basket and flows up and out of the basket into the surrounding
water column. The outside diffusers then circulate the bacteria produce and prolong its life to
continuously eat the bad microbes in the system.
Air is provided by a linear pump for the media basket and ring blower for the diffusers.
The air from the media basket and from the diffuser should maintain the dissolved oxygen concentration
of the water.
The air pump must run continuously. The pump draws a maximum of 2hp to operate the whole system.

Air pump
The air pump must be protected from dust and moisture entering the pump and damaging the
diaphragms.
The air pump must be run continuously to maintain aerobic conditions in the media basket and in the
treatment tank.

In the event that the air pump turns off or becomes inoperable, the microbe populations will become
dormant and the BioCleaner unit will lose treatment efficiency. The pump must be replaced in order to
meet the treatment requirements. The microbe populations will not be destroyed if the pump fails or is
turned off and will become active again once oxygen is restored to the media basket.

Visual Evaluation
The surface of the treatment unit can be observed through the access ports if any.
The surface of the water should be free of thick scum and grease. The appearance of the water should be
clear with moderate turbidity.

Olfactory (Smell) Evaluation

Smell When the access ports are opened up evaluate the smell that is emitted from the ports. Do not stick
your head into the ports to get a better smell. Observe the smell with your head no closer than 18 inches
above the open port.
There should be free of a hydrogen sulfide smell (rotten eggs) and an ammonia odor.
The odor from the ports should be a musty odor free of noxious odors.
If noxious odors are detected, check the air flow by observing the bubble pattern around the media basket
and diffusers. If all the air is coming in a large bubble, the air connection leaks and must be repaired. The
bubble pattern should be uniform, if not, call the local representative of the system to check the dissolved
oxygen level.

MAINTENANCE
Introduction Maintenance of the BioCleaner system is necessary for the system to operate properly for
the life of the system (20 years).
WARNING: For any one providing inspection and maintenance of the treatment tank and equipment that
contact with the wastewater must wear latex or rubber gloves, a face mask, long pants and a long sleeved
shirt. After contact with the wastewater, thoroughly wash hands, arms or other parts of the body that
have come into contact with the wastewater.
The wastewater contains fecal coliform and bacteria that may sicken a person if precautions are not
taken to avoid skin, eyes, and mouth contact with the wastewater.

Equipment
1. Air Pump
The air pump is designed to run continuously with minimal maintenance. The pump must be checked
once every two months to remove any dust on the pump, retighten any loose hose clamps, clean
intake filters, and listen for any mechanical noise that would indicate damage to the air pump.

Piping
1. Connections
The piping and tubing connections should be checked every 3 months for loose connections and leaks.
Tighten any loose screwed connections and any loose tube clamps.
Check the air assembly for loose fittings and connections. Tighten all loose fittings and tubing connections.
Contact the BioCleaner representative to replace damaged fittings, tube connections, and piping.
Check the tubing connection to the media basket. If the connection is loose, air will be observed at the
top of the media basket. Lift the media basket out, allow it to drip. When the media basket has drained,
remove it and repair or replace the tubing connection.
Protective rubber gloves and clothing must be worn when contacting any portion of the basket
assembly.

Media Basket
1. Media
Once a year, lift the media basket. Allow the basket to drain above the water level. When the basket has
drained, lift the basket and inspect the media. Notify the BioCleaner representative if the level of the
media in the basket has dropped, there is excessive film on the media, or if the outside of the basket is
coated with grease or oil. It is recommended that the BioCleaner representative perform all maintenance
on, or replenishment of the media.
2. Media Basket
When the media basket is lifted inspect the stainless steel casing for clogged openings, corrosion, loose
cap bolts, loose anchor chain fittings, and note the overall condition of the basket. Tighten all loose
connections before placing the media basket back into the water.