ECOTANK WATER STORAGE

TANK INSTALLATION MANUAL

You have purchased an Ecotank water storage tank.
To ensure correct installation, we suggest reading the recommendations
provided in this document.

The best tank

WARNING!
Non-compliance with the recommendations contained in this manual will
void the product guarantee.

INSTALLATION SITE RECOMMENDATIONS

When choosing the correct site to install an Ecotank water storage tank, it is important to take into account any applicable regional or national rules and/or
regulations regarding this type of installation.
The person installing the tank must assess the installation site in terms of environmental conditions such as topography, geology, inclination, potential flood
areas, landscape, surface run-off, and vegetation, among others. This is necessary to ensure none of the above factors interferes with the systems correct
functioning or puts the structural integrity of the tank at risk.
Choosing an incorrect installation site or ignoring environmental factors that can potentially damage the tank will void the product guarantee.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CORRECT INSTALLATION

Ventilation
pipe

Embankment

Select
material
fill

Make sure the ground where tank is to

be installed is firm and compact. If
very soft or a landfill, partially replace
with compacted select fill material.
For further details, consult an
engineer.

Place tank vertically on a level surface

and make sure to remove any rocks
that could damage the tank bottom.
It is recommended to place the tank
above a slab

When tank is installed on an inclined

surface, the ground must be correctly
contained and rainwater adequately
canalized.

5
Tank
connection

Pipe
support

In order to minimize movement,

fasten the water pipe to a support
near its connection to the tank (30 50 cm). This will decrease pressure
exercised on the tank wall by any
movement of the pipe, especially if
a pump is installed.

When connecting the tank to a

pumping system, be sure to install a
vent pipe at the top of the tank.
Pipe diameter must be at least 38
mm (1 ).

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

Do not mount tank on an

inclined platform.

Do not mount tank on a

platform that is smaller than
the tank base.

Do not place tank on an

uneven surface.

Do not mount tank on blocks.

Should you choose to do so,
the space between these
should not exceed 3 cm.

Do not install tank below

ground.

Do not place tank on crushed

stone, vegetation, roots or
other elements that could
damage the tank bottom.

Never install tank in a

position other than specified.

GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS

Do not manipulate tank if full

or partially full of water.

Do not install tank on ground

with surface water run-off or
in areas prone to flooding.

PIPE INSTALLATION DIAGRAM

Male Adaptor 1/2

PVC Elbow 1/2

Float Valve

GUARANTEE
ECOTANK guarantees that its products are free from
manufacturing and/or material defects provided these are
used in compliance with their intended use. However, in the
event of a manufacturing and/or material defect within 5
years from the date of manufacturing, ECOTANK shall choose
at its own discretion to satisfy a guarantee claim by either
repairing or replacing this product. The companys liability
shall be limited to the cost of the cistern excluding costs
related to installation, removal of damaged product or any
resulting damages.
Neither ECOTANK nor any of its authorized distributors in
Central America shall be held liable for indirect damages or
product defects resulting from incorrect installation or failure
to observe the above instructions and recommendations.
This guarantee does not cover transportation or labor-related
costs resulting from incorrect installation. The factory guarantee only covers manufacturing defects.

Filter (optional)

ECOTANK tanks must be used in compliance with their

intended use as described herein. Otherwise, this ECOTANK
product guarantee shall be considered null and void and
ECOTANK shall not be held liable for any resulting damages.

Ecotank
Tower Tower

Multiconnector

PVC Tee /2
1

Entry pipe
support
Flange on
tank

Make sure to wash tanks before installing to remove

any contaminating particles that might be inside due to
handling and/or transportation.
Tank should be cleaned every six months to remove
particles and sediment.
Make sure to properly close tank lid so that sunlight
and especially UV rays do not promote algae growth.
Do not use bent or twisted pipes or hoses to make
connections as this puts stress on the connection to the
tank.
When using a pumping system, fasten the entry pipe to
a support in order to minimize movement.
Tank installation site must be easily accessible for
inspection and correct maintenance.
Never use sharp objects to manipulate the tank
(including a forklift) as these can perforate the tank.
When storing tank before installation, make sure it is
stored in a vertical position on a level surface.
Temperature of liquid stored inside the tank must not
exceed 60C.
Before installing any accessories, make sure to ask an
authorized dealer.
Tanks are not fire resistant. Do not use or store near an
open flame or heat above 80 C.
Do not obstruct or seal access to the tank inspection lid.
To ensure adequate water pressure in the case of
elevated tanks, there must be a distance of at least 2 m
between the tank base and highest supply pipe (shower,
for example).

Check
valve

Bypass
Valve
Water input and
output

This standard limited guarantee shall not apply in the case of

damages resulting from improper use, incorrect use of
recommended materials, accidents, installation, failure to
observe procedures or incorrect maintenance.

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