Product Overview
Features and Benefits:
- The RainAid valve automatically switches water supply from rainwater to mains water as a backup in the event of rainwater demand exceeding rain supply. ; UV stabilized to withstand the sun's rays; Simple to install. No electrical supply required; Standards approved for mains water connection.
- Under normal conditions, rain water will fill the tank. If the rainwater level drops below a pre-set level, the RainAid® will open to maintain the water level using mains water.
- The rainwater tank is used to supply water to non potable outlets such as toilets, laundry and garden.There is a 4" differential between the open and closed positions of the RainAid® valve.
Application:
- Backup water supply control valve
- The RainAid® valve is designed to be connected to a municipal or well water supply on a rainwater storage tank. It will provide a backup supply of water in the event of demand exceeding rain supply, while ensuring maximum rainwater storage at the next rainfall.
- Assists in keeping a minimum water level in tanks in order to fulfill demand between rain events.
- Helps keep tank filled for fire fighting purposes
Specifications:
- Inlet connection: 3/4" male pipe thread
- Cold municipal or well water pressure water connection.
- Minimum inlet pressure: 8 PSI
- Maximum inlet pressure: 150 PSI
- Maximum water temperature 140 degrees
- Supplied with inlet strainer
- Open to closed valve differential is 4" of water
Documentation:
RainAid brochure
Installation Instructions:
IMPORTANT
- Tank overflow should be visible (to detect malfunctioning valve)
- Pump must have 'dry-run' protection
- Failure to affix label, supplied with valve, near the overflow discharge will void warranty
- Water loss is not covered by the manufacturers warranty
- Cord must hang freely
- Install valve horizontally. Do not install on an angle.
- DO NOT restrict flow
- Inlet pipe must be clean
- Ensure the washer is fitted on the inside of the tank.
- Use thread tape and do not over-tighten
- Measure the required cord length 'L' as shown on the illustration.
- Trim the cord length.
- Thread the cord through the hole at the end of the lever. Tie a knot in the end of the cord to secure it.
- Ensure the weight is secure at the other end of the cord.
- Place the weight in the tank. (It will sink if the tank is full of water)
Important Legal Notice Overflow discharge must be visible. If overflow is discharging when there is no rainfall, isolate water supply and call a plumber immediately. This discharge comes from your metered water supply. Water loss is NOT covered by the manufacturers warranty. The valve is a mechanical water shut-off device which requires periodic maintenance. Every 6 months, check that the valve functions correctly. Gently push the lever down. When the valve opens, release the lever. When the weight is submerged, the valve should close. If the valve fails to shut off completely, it may be necessary to clean, service or replace it. Warranty is limited to any fault found in a valve due to poor workmanship or materials that is returned to Apex Valves Ltd within 2 years from the date of manufacture.
