6' DD Pre-Assembly Manual - AMEA - 316SS

6 ft.
Downstream Defender® Handling, Storage

and Pre-Assembly Instructions
Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Tel: (207) 756-6200 Fax: (207) 756-6212 Web: www.hydro.com
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Before assembling the Downstream Defender® make sure you have the following items:
Materials Supplied By Hydro International
Benching Skirt Ledger*
Benching Skirt Cone*
Support Frame
Ledger Angles (x4) PVC Vent
* All 6’ Downstream Defender® plastic components are molded from red high density polyethylene
Hardware Supplied By Hydro International
• 316 SS 3/8 in.-16 UNC x 1 3/4 in. Fully Threaded Bolt

• 316 SS 3/8 in. x 1-1/2 in. Flat/Fender Washer (x2)
• 316 SS 3/8 in. Lock Washer
• 316 SS 3/8 in.-16 UNC Hex Nut
• Pictured assembly x4 included for securing support frame to ledger angles in 6 ft. units
• 316 SS 3/8 in.. x 1 1/2 in. Lag Bolt (x16)

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Materials Supplied By Others
6 ft. Diameter Concrete chamber:
• Top slab cored for corresponding frames

and covers
• Joint Sealant
Hardware Supplied By Others
• 316 SS 1/2 in.-13 UNC x 3 3/4 in. Expansion Anchor*

• 316 SS 1/2 in. I.D. Flat Washer
• 316 SS 1/2 in.-13 UNC Hex Nut
• Pictured assembly x8 needed for ledger angles
• Pictured assembly x10 required for benching skirt
* Minimum embedment depth of the 3 3/4 in expansion anchors is 2 1/2 in.
Required Tools and Equipment

• Measuring Tape
• Ladder
• Hammer
• Hammer Drill and Concrete Bits
• Adjustable Wrench or Ratchet with Deep Sockets
• Crane or Forklift with Lifting Gear
• Wood Blocking
• Large C-Clamps
• Pipe Cutting Tool
• Approved Shop Drawings (Contact Hydro to obtain if necessary)

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Handling and Storage
Hydro International's Downstream Defender® internal components are manufactured utilizing highly
durable thermoplastics; however, improper handling can result in damage to components and accesso-
ries. Failure to comply with handling, storage, and pre-assembly instructions voids all warranties.
1. Upon receipt of the Downstream Defender® components, inspect immediately for defects or
shipping damage. If any discrepancies or missing components are identified, notify Hydro Inter-
national prior to unloading to initiate corrective action.
2. At all times, avoid unnecessary and extreme impacts to the internal components. At no time
shall anyone step, stand, or otherwise place an unnecessary load, on the components.
3. The Downstream Defender® shall be pre-assembled inside and delivered as soon after as pos-
sible. Pending pre-assembly, the internal components shall be stored inside in an area protect-
ed from dirt, ultraviolet (uv) light, and impact. Post pre-assembly the unit may be stored outside
providing unit is adequately protected from uv light, vandalism, and the elements until delivery.
Installation Procedure
Step 1
Clean the chamber from construction debris, dirt and unnecessary equipments

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Step 2
Attach the four 316ss ledger angles to the
stainless steel support frame using the
supplied bolts, washers and nuts (Secure
them without tighting). Slide towards the
center of the unit.
Note: 6 ft. Downstream Defender®

models are shipped from manufacturer
with the dip plate, support frame, cen-
ter shaft and cone as a single assem-
bly.
Step 3
Attach the dip plate assembly to the crane using the

lifting points on the support frame on all four sides.
x4 Lift

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Step 4
Lower the dip plate assembly inside the chamber.

A steel grating or wooden plates can be placed on the top of the support frame to
provide a stable platform for workers during the installation (No stepping on plastic
components).
Step 5 Outlet Pipe Stub
Lower the dip plate assembly into the

concrete chamber and rotate until the outlet
pipe stub is oriented facing the outlet knockout
and the dip plate assembly is centered.
Check if the ledger angles level matches the Outlet

level in the GA Drawings.
Step 6
Make marks on the wall through ledger

angles anchors holes and around the edges.

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Step 7
Raise the dip plate assembly outside the chamber.
Step 8
Lower the benching skirt ledger inside the
chamber.
Referencing the Hydro shop drawing measure

and mark the elevation of the benching skirt rim
on the chamber wall. Locate the scribed location
in the front of the benching skirt ledger and cut
creating two ends. Blocking at the correct
+
elevation expand the two ends of the ledger so
that it matches the diameter of the
chamber. Permanently secure the benching
skirt ledger to the chamber wall using
expansion anchors through each of the
mounting flange holes.
x10
x4

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Step 10
Drill and attach the ledger angles to the wall using the
anchor bolts based on the pre-marked locations (Step 6).
Step 11
Prepare the coupling by connecting it to the dip plate

outlet stub or the outlet pipe (this depends on the
coupling type).

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Step 12
Lower the dip plate assembly inside the chamber until the support frame rests on the ledger
angles then connect them together using the supplied bolts, washers and nuts. Connect the
outlet stub with the outlet pipe using the coupling and ensure that they are completely sealed.
Install the included 2 in. PVC vent by threading into bulkhead fitting installed through the top
surface of the dip plate.

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Step 13
Position the top slab on the chamber so that floatables

access opening (smaller 18 in. opening on 6 ft. models) is
30o upstream from the outlet as shown in the diagram be-
low. Paint a vertical match line on the side of the top slab
and on the side of the uppermost riser/barrel where the
eccentric floatables access is to be oriented in the field.
30o
6 ft. Diameter Downstream Defender
Should there be any questions, please contact:
AMEATechSupport (Dubai Office)

e-mail: AMEATechSupport@Hydro-int.com


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6 ft.

Downstream Defender® Handling, Storage

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Materials Supplied By Hydro International

Benching Skirt Ledger*

Benching Skirt Cone*

Hardware Supplied By Hydro International

• 316 SS 3/8 in.-16 UNC x 1 3/4 in. Fully Threaded Bolt

• 316 SS 3/8 in.. x 1 1/2 in. Lag Bolt (x16)

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Materials Supplied By Others

6 ft. Diameter Concrete chamber:

• Top slab cored for corresponding frames

Hardware Supplied By Others

• 316 SS 1/2 in.-13 UNC x 3 3/4 in. Expansion Anchor*

* Minimum embedment depth of the 3 3/4 in expansion anchors is 2 1/2 in.

Required Tools and Equipment

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Handling and Storage

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Note: 6 ft. Downstream Defender®

Attach the dip plate assembly to the crane using the

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Lower the dip plate assembly inside the chamber.

Step 5 Outlet Pipe Stub

Lower the dip plate assembly into the

Check if the ledger angles level matches the Outlet

Make marks on the wall through ledger

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Raise the dip plate assembly outside the chamber.

Referencing the Hydro shop drawing measure

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Prepare the coupling by connecting it to the dip plate

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

Position the top slab on the chamber so that floatables

6 ft. Diameter Downstream Defender

Should there be any questions, please contact:

AMEATechSupport (Dubai Office)

Hydro International, 94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, Maine 04102

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