RAIN HARVESTING FOTV01 Floating Off Take Valve Installation Guide
- June 10, 2024
- Rain Harvesting
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RAIN FOTV01 Floating Off Take Valve
Product Information: Floating Off Take Valve
The Floating Off Take Valve is designed to draw clean water from the top of your rainwater tank, ensuring that only the cleanest water is delivered to your home. The valve rests at the surface of the tank water and uses a floating system that consists of a float connected to a hose, which is attached to your tank’s outlet. This system ensures that sediment, which settles at the bottom of the tank, does not get drawn into your home, improving the quality of water delivered to your home.
The valve is available in four different versions with varying hose sizes and codes for different countries.
| Code | Size | Country |
|---|---|---|
| FOTV01 | 25mm Diam. 2m Hose | Australia & Other Countries |
| FOTV02 | 25mm Diam. 2.5m Hose | Australia & Other Countries |
| FOTV01 | 1 Diam. 78.74 Hose | USA |
| FOTV02 | 1 Diam. 98.43 Hose | USA |
Product Usage Instructions
- If your tank is already in use, empty it prior to installing the Floating Off Take Valve. Also, remove any sediment from the bottom of the tank.
- Confirm that the tank has a 25mm outlet (1 inch BSP).
- Prepare the thread of the Floating Off Take Valve with Teflon thread tape.
- Screw the Floating Off Take Valve into the tank outlet.
- Refill the tank.
The Floating Off Take Valve uses a float to suspend a hose below the surface of the water in your tank. The hose is connected to the tank outlet and allows the cleanest water in the tank to be drawn rather than water from the base of the tank where sediment is deposited. The valve is fitted with a stainless steel filter to prevent debris from entering the valve. Periodically check the filter to make sure that it doesn’t become obstructed.
If you need more information or assistance, please contact us at +61 7 3248 9600 or visit our website at rainharvesting.com.
PRODUCT DETAILS
The Floating Off Take Valve improves the quality of water delivered to your
home by ensuring that only the cleanest water is drawn from your tank.
The Floating Off Take Valve rests at the surface of your tank water and draws
clean water from the top of the tank, where sediment is lower than it is
at the bottom of the tank.
This floating system uses a float connected to a hose, which is attached to your tank’s outlet. As such, only the best-quality water is delivered to your home from your rainwater tank.
Installation
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
- 25mm floating off take valve
- Hose
TOOLS/MATERIALS YOU MAY REQUIRE
- Teflon thread tape
- 34mm spanner
- Screwdriver
- Knife
INSTALLATION
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If your tank is already being used, make sure to empty it prior to installing the Floating Off Take Valve.
Be sure to also remove any sediment from the bottom of the tank at this stage. -
Confirm that the tank is fitted with a 25mm outlet (1 inch BSP).
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Measure the distance between the tank outlet and the overflow. The length of the hose can be trimmed if needed to suit the distance between the tank outlet and the overflow– though in most circumstances this is not necessary.
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Prepare the thread of the Floating Off Take Valve with Teflon thread tape.
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Screw the Floating Off Take Valve into the tank outlet.
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Refill the tank.
HOW IT WORKS
The Floating Off Take Valve uses a float to suspend a hose below the surface of the water in your tank. The hose is connected to the tank outlet and allows the cleanest water in the tank to be drawn rather than water from the base of the tank where sediment is deposited.
Product Specifications
Floating Off Take Valve
All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise stated.
Fitting guide:
- F = Female / Socket Fitting
- M = Male / Spigot Fitting (Pipe size)
- IP = In-Pipe Fitting
Maintenance
Your Floating Off Take Valve is fitted with a stainless steel filter to
prevent debris from entering the valve.
Periodically check the filter to make sure that it doesn’t become obstructed.
Supported by RAIN HARVESTING
A common misconception about collecting rainwater is that all you need is a
roof, a tank and some rain. This ‘tanking’ approach cannot always be relied on
to deliver the volume – or quality – of water that you require. That is where
we can help.
With some thought, your rain harvesting system can provide you with cleaner water and lots of it. Whether you’re completely reliant on tank water or wanting to keep the garden green, our simple steps will help you achieve your goal.
The Rain Harvesting approach to rainwater collection involves using tested and proven products to make quality rainwater available for use in and around your property. You don’t need much to get started and you will be surprised how easy it is to get the most out of your rainwater system.
DISCLAIMER
This product specification is not a complete guide to product usage. Further
information is available from Rain Harvesting Pty Ltd and from the
Installation and Operating Instructions. This specification sheet must be read
in conjunction with the Installation and Operating Instructions and all
applicable statutory requirement. Product specifications may change without
notice. © Rain Harvesting Pty Ltd
For more information or to find out how we can help, just give us a call on
+61 7 3248 9600
Or visit our website at
rainharvesting.com