ULTRATECH 5435 Ultra Flood Stopper Instructions

: May 15, 2024
: ULTRATECH

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ULTRATECH 5435 Ultra Flood Stopper
Activation:

ULTRATECH 5435 Ultra Flood Stopper

Product Specifications

Product Name: Ultra-Flood Stopper
Models: Bags (Part# 5430), Tubes (Part# 5435 / 5437)
Revision Date: 11.29.23

Activation:

To activate the Ultra-Flood Stopper, follow these steps:

Ensure the product is securely placed in the desired location.
Remove any packaging or protective coverings.
Check that the activation mechanism is accessible and functional.
Follow the specific activation instructions provided for Bags or Tubes.

Stacking
If using multiple Ultra-Flood Stoppers, consider stacking them for enhanced protection:

Align the Stoppers securely on top of each other.
Ensure they are stable and not at risk of toppling over.
Follow stacking guidelines provided to maintain effectiveness.

Bags (Part# 5430)

Specific instructions for Ultra-Flood Stopper Bags:

Fill the bag with water according to the recommended capacity.
Place the bag in the desired location to prevent flooding.
Monitor and replace the water as needed to ensure continued effectiveness.

Tubes (Part# 5435 / 5437)

Specific instructions for Ultra-Flood Stopper Tubes:

Insert the tubes in strategic positions to divert or stop water flow.
Secure the tubes firmly to prevent displacement during flooding.
Regularly inspect and maintain the tubes for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How often should I check and maintain the Ultra-Flood Stoppers?
A: It is recommended to inspect and maintain the Ultra-Flood Stoppers at least once every month to ensure they are ready for use in case of an emergency.

Instructions

Ultra-Flood Stopper®
ACTIVATION

Ultra-Flood Stoppers® rely on a super absorbent polymer to absorb 80-100 times its weight of fresh water to achieve a similar weight to sandbags.
Soak Ultra-Flood Stoppers® in an optional quick-set ﬁlling pool or other type of bin that is ﬁlled with fresh water.(UltraTech has an optional staging pool available. Part# 3512. Please contact us for more information.) Do not use salt water. Continue to add fresh water to provide enough to activate all the Ultra-Flood Stoppers® required.
Remove Ultra-Flood Stoppers® from the pool/bin prior to overﬁlling. Too much absorption can make them somewhat inﬂexible. Filling to approximately 80-90% is best allowing a good ﬁt between units. The ﬂood water then helps ﬁll the Ultra-Flood Stoppers® to maximum capacity and tightly seal the units together.
Do not use for saltwater applications.

STACKING

Ultra-Flood Stopper Bags (Part# 5430)

For heavy ﬂooding or fast water ﬂow, form a pyramid design with more Ultra-Flood Stoppers® bags along the bottom of the wall being created and fewer Ul-tra-Flood Stopper® Bags as the wall is built higher.
Build to the desired height to hold back expected ﬂood waters. A 1:3 ratio (one-foot height requires a minimum of a three-foot base, two-foot height requires a six-foot base, and so forth) is a good rule of use.
For less severe ﬂood events, stacking in a brick formation, one Ultra-Flood Stopper® Bag wide by three Ultra-Flood Stopper® Bags high can provide adequate protection in most instances. Taller walls require more rows of Ultra-Flood Stopper® Bags for stability and support as needed.
Overﬁlling Ultra-Flood Stoppers® Bags may result in unstable walls.
Press ﬁt the Ultra-Flood Stopper® Bags together, once in place, to prevent any gaps.

Ultra-Flood Stopper Tubes (Part# 5435 / 5437)

The Ultra-Flood Stopper® Tubes must be placed so the wider of the dual tube design is placed towards the expected ﬂood waters. The thinner tube portion is designed to reduce any rolling action of the wider tube.
For heavy ﬂooding or fast water ﬂow, form a pyramid design with more Ultra-Flood Stopper® Tubes along the bottom of the wall and fewer Ultra-Flood Stoppers® Tubes as the wall is built higher. Build to the desired height to hold back ﬂood waters. A 1:3 ratio (one-foot height requires a minimum of a three-foot base, two-foot height requires a six-foot base, and so forth) is a good rule of use.
For less severe ﬂood events, stacking in a brick formation, one Ultra-Flood Stopper® Tube wide by three Ultra-Flood Stoppers® Tube can provide adequate in some instances. Taller walls would require more rows of Ultra-Flood Stopper® Tubes for stability and support as needed.
Overﬁlling Ultra-Flood Stoppers® Tubes may result in unstable walls.
Press ﬁt the Ultra-Flood Stoppers® Tubes together, once in place, to prevent any gaps.

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