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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE NO.
1. Introduction and General Description

2. Description of the Biological Wastewater Treatment System
3. Components & Functions
4. Start up Procedure
5. Start Up and Adjust Flow EQ box
6. Special Maintenance during Start-up Period
7. Most Common Problems and Practical Solutions
8. Plant Maintenance Schedules
9. Microscopic Examinations
10. Typical Animals Present in Activated Sludge
11. Visual and Operating checklist
12. Start up and Operating Suggestions
13. Simple Calculations
14. Flow Diagram – Design Flows
15. Operation the “Easy Way”
16. Control panel
PART 1. Introduction and General Description
Introduction & General Description
Biological Wastewater Treatment System
General Description:
The system is designed to create a very favorable condition for the growth of organisms to adsorb and
remove the organic waste in the water. The system utilizes the Wuhrman biological process.
Although the Wuhrman process is classed as a nitrifying/denitrifying (N/D) process, post denitrification in the
secondary anoxic reactor allows only limited removal of nitrate. More complete nitrate removal is often achieved
however through carbon dosing of the anoxic reactor.
The limiting factor for denitrification here is the scarcity of organic carbon in the anoxic zone. Denitrification
requires organic carbon to fuel the process, and in this configuration the only organic carbon available comes from
the slow breakdown of dead and dying bacteria which limits the rate of denitrification by a factor of 6-10 compared
to high rate RBCOD driven denitrification.
This process also commonly uses a flash aeration reactor to clean up ammonia and condition (make aerobic) the
mixed liquor by raising its redox potential prior to secondary clarification. Another function of flash aeration is to
remove any bubbles of nitrogen associated with the floc - an issue often caused by the rapid denitrification arising
with methanol dosing.
The organic waste is measured as BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand) or the amount of oxygen the
organisms require to reduce the organic wastes in the water to carbon dioxide, water and an increase in the
amount of organisms.
Listing of the Wastewater Treatment System Components:
Starting after the inlet connection and as the wastewater treatment plant is laid out:
Equalization Tank (1-33.3 M3[8,800 gal]):

Bar Screen-manually cleaned w/basket
Submersible Pumps (2-0.54 hp)
Level Float Control System
Flow Control Box
Aspirating Aerator (3.0 hp)
Aeration System
Sludge Digester/Storage Tank (30.5 M3 [8,078 gal]):

Aspirating Aeration System (5.0 hp)
Supernatant Decant Draw off
WAS Flow boxes (1)
4” Sludge draw off
Aeration Tank (125 M3 [33,021 gal])
Aeration Tank:
Aeration System-Fine bubble
Aspirating Aerators (3-3.0 hp-
one is used as spare)
RAS Flow Boxes (1-each aeration tank)
Motorized valve to control RAS/WAS flow
Secondary Clarifier:
Inlet Feed from Aeration tank
Effluent Trough and Scum Baffle
Side Slope
Return Sludge Pump (0.54 hp)
Scum Skimmer Pump ( 0 . 5 4 h p )
Chlorine tablet feeder (76-757 M3/day
1. PART 2. Description of the Biological
Wastewater Treatment System
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Tel.231.354.7375 Fax. 866.681.7694
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Operation & Description of the NRFT Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Nutrient Removal Flow Through (NRFT) plant is based on the Wuhrman
nutrient removal process modified and adapted to small plant operations by
Wedotanks.com, LLC (fka HTI, Inc.).
Wedotanks has a computer program to design and model the operation of a
NRFT plant (Sasspro-see Basis of Design section for simulation of the process and
description of the process used for this WWTP.)
The Wuhrman process was first suggested in 1964. This process depended upon post
denitrification using a secondary anoxic reactor following the aerobic zone. Numerous plants of
this type supplement the nitrogen removal by the addition of an external carbon source such as
methanol which can rapidly and effectively lower the effluent nitrate concentration in the
process effluent. In this plant, methanol will not be used, we are suggesting the operator use a
product called Micro C, which has a COD value of 1,040,00 mg/l and is non-hazardous or
explosive as methanol. Further description available at
http://www.microc.com/product/microc2000.htm
The NRFT plant has the following treatment steps:
1. The first step is an equalization tank (1 tank, 0).
The equalization tank receives all the wastewater after the wastewater flows
through a screening box and the equalization tank contains coarse bubble diffused
aeration for mixing and providing minimum air per 10 States Standards. The flow
from the equalization tank leaves via two (2) 0.54 HP submersible equalization
pumps and a flow splitter box. The submersible equalization pumps are controlled
by floats and alternate operation. The flow is pumped from the equalization tank up
into the box where the flow to the next process tank is controlled and measured by
the flow's level over a V-Notch Weir with the extra volume overflowing from the flow
splitter box back into the equalization tank.
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flow is easily calculated with the aid of the SassProV2 Modeling software provided
with the plant.
3. Anoxic Tank. ( tank 0 gallons)
The wastewater from the aeration tank flows by gravity to the anoxic tank
where all the nitrate in the mixed liquor suspended solids, being returned from the
aeration tank, is converted to nitrogen gas and some of the BOD is converted to
carbon dioxide, water and more organisms. 7KHanoxic tank has a HP
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submersible pump which can be used to transfer digested sludge to the
Biosolids Storage Tank. Decanting the supernatant off the surface of the
contents of the Aerobic Digester is accomplished by an air lift pump and
supernatant is transferred back to the EQ tank.
The digester receives the excess activated sludge produced in the wastewater
treatment process from the clarifiers via activated sludge return and waste pumps.
The sludge in the tank is reduced by the process of endogenous respiration.
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the clarifier. The solids are returned to the h e a d o f t h e aeration tank or wasted
to the aerobic digester via a 0.54 HP Return Activated Sludge/Waste Activated
Sludge Pump on a VFD . A three way PDQXDO controlled valve allows the Activated
Sludge to be either returned to the Anoxic Tank via a flow measurement box or
wasted to the Aerobic Digester. Each Clarifier also contains an airlift Scum pump
(2-pumps 1- in the clarifier proper and 1-behind the inlet baffle) which transfers
scum, which has been collected by the skimmer mechanisms, either to the
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8. Controls and Instrumentation
The heart of the control system is twofold. The primary component is the PLC
(process logic controller.) This industrial hardened controller is designed for rugged
continuous duty operation in harsh environment. It is installed in a NEMA 12
enclosure keeping all of the control components dry, clean, and protected from the
environment. The PLC is an Allen Bradley Compact Logic processor designed to
support multiple programing languages and is e-net communications compliant. This
controller supports several thousands of lines of code, much more than this project
would ever require.
The other major component is the interface to the PLC. The interface being
used consists of a local HMI (LCD 1” Graphical Touch Interface), local H.O.A.
switches used for critical pump controls.
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PART 3. Components & Functions
PART 4. Start up Procedure
Start Up Procedure-Switching flow from old plant (Septic Tanks) to new plant
Listed below is the procedure we would like to follow to when bringing flow to the new plant and start up the
new plant.
1. The best method would be to find an existing plant in the area and haul in approximately ¼ of the contents of
the aeration.
2. Turn on the air to the aeration tank and equalization tank. Wait until the clarifier is about full and start the
return sludge pump operating.
3. When there is four feet of sewage in the equalization tank turn on the air and start pumping sewage to the
aeration tank.
4. Once the aeration tank is full and operating for few hours effluent standards should be met within about a30-45
days.
5. If the aeration tank can not be filled to operating level, the blowers should be cycled and if available oxygen
concentration in the aeration tank should be measured and kept below 3 PPM.
The new plant is started.
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PART 5. START UP - ADJUST EQ FLOW BO
8/3/2016 1/2 HTI, Inc.
Procedure to adjust E/Q flow box
The equalization tank is designed even the flow out over a 24 hour period. Design is
based on more than 60% of the flow coming into the plant over an eight (8) hour period
during the mid-day period.
1. Check flowmeter strip chart to determine if there is a period of time when the
chart is showing no flow through the plant. Also record the flow for both time
periods the flowmeter is presently set and add the interval flows for a 24 hour
period. The flowmeter is presently set to record the total flow from 7:00 AM to
7:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
2. E.G, if the sum of the flows for these two (2) intervals is 17,350 gallons. What
you want to do is to be able to spread this flow out over a 24 hour period. The
Equalization flow control box has two (2) 600 V-notch weirs to allow flow to go
the Aeration # 1 or Aeration # 2. If only running one aeration train, for the one
that is not operating, the V-notch weir slide gate should be up so no flow goes to
the train that is not in operation.
3. For the train that is in operation, the gallons per minute (gpm) over a 24 hour
period is determined by the following calculation:
17,350 gallons/day ÷ 1,440 minutes/day = 12.05 gpm
Refer to the 600 V-notch weir chart in the O & Manual (a sample of the chart is
shown below) to determine how many inches of flow should be going over the V-
notch weir to get the 12.05 gpm of flow.
Head (ft) CFS GPM MGD
From the chart we can see that we should have approximately 0.21 feet (2 ½
inches) of flow over the V-notch weir.
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4. If the strip chart on the flowmeter is showing that no flow is recorded for example
two (2) hours, then lower the slide gate (gate that allows the excess flow to drop
back into the Equalization tank) on the side of the flow equalization box 4 turns
counterclockwise for each hour the flow meter shows that no flow is going
through the plant. Wait two (2) days to see what if the flow meter is still off for a
period of time. If it is, make another adjustment as described above. The goal is
to get approximately 2½ inches of flow over the V-notch weir for the determined
24 hour period.
5. When more people are being brought into the plant for the shutdown, adjustments
will need to be done on a regular basis to equalize the flow. Once the shutdown is
over and you get back to normal operation. Once the flow box is adjusted; only
minor adjustments will need to be made.
PART 6. SPECIAL MAINTENANCE DURING
START-UP PERIOD
Special Maintenance during Start-up
Common Problems
The purpose of the clarifier is to settle out the MLSS and return the sludge to the aeration tank. One of the
characteristics of activated sludge is it is likely to be stringy and sticky during the early weeks of operation. As it
settles toward the bottom of the clarifier, the operator should keep a close eye to make sure that the solids do not
build up in bottom, of clarifier. If this happens, the RAS return rate should be increased by the return sludge
pump (RAS) by VFD in control panel.
In a few days, the build up of sludge will completely fill the lower half of the clarifier. After a short time
this spongy mass will form gas and break up into chunks of sludge that float to the surface of the clarifier and
may be discharged with the treated water. This solid sludge condition prevents the clarifier from performing
properly. This sludge may also give off a very strong odor.
It is possible for the return sludge pump discharging clear water while there is three or four feet of sludge
in the hopper. This occurs when soft sludge packs solid above the hopper bottom except for a narrow clear
channel running down through the sludge mass to the return sludge pump intake. Clear surface water is pulled
down through this channel and up through the pump without disturbing the sludge mass. It is very important to
always visual check return sludge pump discharge.
Practices to be followed for Proper Operation (See Figure 2.)
Every day during the first few weeks of operation, the plant must be visited to see that all equipment is
running and to check the clarifier and return sludge pump discharge.
After the plant begins to develop a stable culture, this maintenance procedure may be reduced to a weekly
or even bi-weekly practice.
Another common condition is a plugged return sludge pump. The sludge is heavier than water and will
normally settle to the hopper bottom. If the return sludge airlift pump is not returning at least at “one-third of a
full pipe” in the aeration tank, the slower movement of sludge will tend to allow the sludge to pack in the square
area at the hopper bottom at the return sludge air lift pump intake. Finally the sludge begins to build up inside the
pump tube until it is blocked completely. This condition may be remedied by opening running the pump at
maximum speed in the VFD valve to return sludge airlift sludge pump.
If the blockage isn’t removed, then the pipe plug at the “tee” (top of pump) must be removed, and the
horizontal discharge pipe closed off at the tee with a shop rag or plumber’s stopper to divert the air downward
through the vertical pump tube to back flush the pump. This great volume of air should break up the solid mass
which has built up. The chunks that rise to the top must be dipped back into the aeration tank or broken up into
small pieces to be returned by the scum skimmer air lift pump.
During construction and starting, very often mud is allowed to flow into the plant. When mud gets into a
plant, the part that gets into the clarifier will naturally sink to the hopper bottoms. Here it mixes with the sludge
and forms a heavier and more solid mass than sludge alone.
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The sludge return pump will not pump heavy mud. If mud is present, its depth or density may be
determined by this probing action with the scraper. If the mud is not too heavy, it may be removed by stirring
the hopper bottom, trying to mix mud with tank water. The return sludge pump may pump it out as muddy water.
However, if the mud is too deep or too heavy, the clarifier may have to be pumped with a power pump and the
mud cleaned out by hand. If the vertical pump tube becomes clogged with mud it may be necessary to remove
the two inch pipe plug at the “tee” and rod out the tube. Care should be taken to see that air lines to the pumps
do not become clogged or restricted by sludge or mud that might back up through the pump tube. If this occurs
the fittings must be removed and cleaned out. After any cleaning or unstopping operation, be sure to set VFD for
normal operations.
Please call us we will be glad to discuss any problems and help you learn how to properly operate and
care for the plant.
Remember:
A clean, properly cared for plant means fewer repairs, more efficient operation and meeting
effluent limits.
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WITHOUT MAINTENANCE WITH PROPER MAINTENANCE
Return Sludge Return Sludge

Air Lift Air Line Air Lift Air Line
Scum Air Lift Scum Air Lift
Floating No Floating
Sludge Solids Sludge Solids
Clarifier Clarifier
Aeration Aeration
Tank Tank
Clear Channel in Sludge Mass at the

Sludge Mass bottom of Clarifier
FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2
Sludge accumulation as shown in left hand view must be gently scraped toward hopper bottom so that sludge return pump will pick it
up as in right hand view. Watch discharge pipe to determine correct flow. Pipe should run about “1/2 of a pipe full” in most cases.
Continue scraping procedure at short intervals to allow sludge to be picked up by the pump. Sludge break-up must be done gently or it
will rise to surface in chunks. If this occurs, the floating chunks must be broken up with a stick or paddle into small pieces for the
skimmer to pick up and return to aeration tank. When scrapping the clarifier, open the air line valves to the skimmer and sludge return
pump.
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PART 7. MOST COMMON PROBLEMS AND
PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS
Most Common Problems and Practical Solutions
1. Motors will not run:
a. General power outage

b. Fuses blown - replace; reset circuit breaker
c. Motors overloaded - push re-set button; check overload heaters if reset does not start motor
2. Excessive foaming:
a. Over aeration - reduce blower running time

b. Lack of sufficient MLSS solids - (Usually found only during first few weeks of operation)
c. Excessive use of detergents - attempt to eliminate before entering the plant.
3. Equipment will not work on automatic:
a. Failure of time clock - have electrician check

b. Overload may be released - push re-set buttons.
4. Froth spray system not working properly:
a. Spray pump motor not running - check power supply and push reset buttons
b. Spray pump motor running but not pumping - pull pump and clean pump screen
c. Spray pump pumping but sprays not operating properly - remove spray nozzles and clean.
5. Sludge accumulation on top of clarifier tank:
a. Scum Air-lift not working.

b. Return Sludge Air Lift pumps not returning or not returning at sufficient volume. Check hoppers for
sludge build up.
c. Excessive amount of grease - check grease trap and clean. If necessary; or eliminate before entering
plant.
6. Large quantities of solids going over effluent weir:
a. Return sludge air lift pump not operating or at too low of a rate. Check air lines and pump tube for
blockage.
b. Plant overloaded - check sewage flow and volume and have raw sewage analyzed for BOD and
suspended solids.
Note: Refer to equipment manufacturers bulletins for more specific maintenance and operating instructions.
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ITEM 8. PLANT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
Plant Maintenance Schedules
General
1. Be sure that top of tank walls are always sufficiently above finished grade to prevent surface
water from entering plant.
2. It is recommended that fence, grating, railing or other safety devices be installed around the plant.
3. Keep tanks completely free of debris, such as sand, gravel, rocks, leaves, etc.
4. Check oil level in blower before starting up. (Blower shipped without oil.)
5. Be sure that pump rotation is in correct direction before starting up pumps.
6. Scum skimmer air lift pipe in clarifier should be adjusted so that water will be about 3/8” to 1/2”
deep in the skimmer notch. Adjust air valve so that water is drawn down about 3” in the skimmer
pipe for maximum skimming so a minimum water volume is returned to the aeration tank.
Daily Maintenance Procedure
1. Make a daily visual inspection of the plant to be sure that all mechanical equipment is operating.
2. Rake bar screen and dispose of the screenings.
3. Check to see that there is equal air distribution along entire length of aeration tank.
4. Check to see that return sludge pumps are returning sludge to the aeration chamber.
5. Check to see that scum skimmer pump skimmer is working.
6. Check chlorine table dispenser for proper operation. Add chlorine tables when needed.
7. Check and break up scum, in settling tank to insure proper return through scum skimmer pump.
Weekly Maintenance Procedure
1. Thirty minute settling test (Activated Sludge Volume Test) - collect one sample from
aeration tank and one from the effluent from the clarifier. (Follow Easy To Operate
Instructions)
2. Clean accumulated solids from inlet.
3. Clean the grease and floating solids from walls and water surface of aeration tank and clarifier.
4. Checks all equipment to see if it is operating properly and if any fuses are blown or circuit breakers
opened.
5. Clean the growths and accumulated solids from weirs and pipe inlets.
6. Check to see if diffusers all working properly and not plugged.
7. Check to see if return sludge pump or scum skimmer pump for clogging.
8. Refill chlorine table dispenser.
9. Run pH and residual chlorine test; run dissolved oxygen test.
10.Scrape wall and hoppers of settling tank (See Special Maintenance Section)
ITEM 9. MICROSCOPIC EXAMINATIONS
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ITEM 11. VISUAL AND OPERATING CHECKLIST
Visual and Operating Check List
Equipment Aeration Tank Settling Tank Effluent Comments &

Operation Corrections
1. All equipment Air bubbles rising. Surface clear to a Clear, sparkling. All good - continue same
operating Chocolate color. depth of 18 or No solids. operation.
properly Little or no foam. more inches. More than 1 PPM.
20% - 50% solids. DO
More than 1PPM
DO
2. Same Few or no air Dark and murky Murky, Odor, Check for major air
bubbles rising. High Solids. leaks. When
Black color. corrected aerate
No DO continuously until
brown color and DO
return.
Then return to time clock
operation.
3. Equipment not Same Same Same Check for: power outage,

operating (Check fuses blown -replace,
PLC clock first - Reset circuit breaker.
may be on "off ' Motor overloaded- push
cycle.) reset button. Check
overload heaters if reset
does not start motor.
4. All equipment Air bubbles rising. Murky, no visible Murky high solids Overaeration- plant is
operating Light muddy color sludge blanket. running too much.
too much foam .5%- Floating sludge in Reduce running time to
15% solids Murky some areas. minimum necessary to
supernatant poor maintain brown color
separation of liquids common during start-up
and solids. period. Use commercial
defoamer if necessary.
5. All equipment Air bubbles rising Murky large Murky High solids Probably due to
operating Chocolate or gray chucks of floating inadequate sludge return-
properly color 10%- 25% sludge scrape tank more often-
solids 1-3 PPM DO check return pump
(should be returning 1/3
pipe full)(See special
Maintenance
Section)Also, See item 4
on check list
6. Same Air bubbles rising. Clear at surface Not murky May be due to excessive
Chocolate color visible sludge Excessive solid sludge return and/or
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1-3 PPM DO below surface. approximately 1 Maintenance
PPM Section).Possibly due to
inadequate return (See
item 5). Also may check
BOD and flow -plant
may be overloaded.
7. All equipment Same Much floating Clear, no solids. May be due to clogged
operating material C.0. more than l or improperly set
properly except PPM. skimmer-adju st or
skimmer unclog. (see special
maintenance section)
8. All equipment Same Same as item 5 Same as item 5 Probably due to clogged
operating sludge return – lower
properly except skimmer(See Special
sludge return Maintenance Section)
pump
9. Equipment same as item 2 Same as item 2 Same as item 2 Possible failure of PLC
will work on time clock -have
manual but not electrician check.
on automatic Overload may be
released-push reset
11. All Air bubbles rising Murky, Brownish- Murky, excessive Possible excessive
equipment Light muddy color. yellow floating solids. amounts of grease
operating Yellow foam, grease greasy sludge, coming into plant -check
properly balls, No DO excessive grease grease trap-remove
grease before it gets to
the plant.
24/80
ITEM 13 & 14. SIMPLE CALCULATIONS W/
FLOW DIAGRAM AND V-NOTCH WEIR
TABLES
Simple Calculations:
• Flow=24,000 GPD
• 24,000/1440 = 16.67 gpm
• Go to V-notch weir table (at end of this section)
for 90 deg. Weir=2.25” flow over weir.
• Flow = 50,000 GPD
• 50,000 gal/1440 min/day=34.72 gpm
25/57
RAS/WAS Flow Boxes
• @ 24,000 GPD est. wasting is 990 gpd

• RAS @ 100% = 16.67 gpm
• Adjust VDF for RAS pumps so that approx. 2.25”
flowing over 90 degree V-notch weir
• Wasting is estimated to be 990 gal/day.
• If want to waste 6 times/day. Then set the PLC to open the
3-way valve for 9.89 minutes every 4 hours.
((990/16.67)/6)= 9.89
26/57
ITEM 15. OPERATION THE “EASY WAY”
27/80
28/80
29/80
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1100 EAST BIG BEAVER ROAD, TROY, MICHIGAN 48083-1934
Phone: 248-649-3810 Fax: 248-649-3845
www.aarell.com
P.O. Box 33, Flint, MI 48501

Phone (810) 743-6883
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Tel. 231-354-7375 Fax. 866-681-7694
WASTE WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

Control Narrative
FOR:
CEDAR ESTATES – ABUJA, NIGERIA
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Waste Water Treatment System
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Contents:
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................1
PLANT DESIGN .......................................................................................................................................2
1. EQUALIZATION TANK (30.57 M3).........................................................................................................2
2. AERATION TANK (125 M3) ..................................................................................................................3
3. ANOXIC TANK (44.5 M3) .....................................................................................................................3
4. RE-AERATION TANK (10.5 M3) ............................................................................................................3
5. CLARIFIER TANK (13.37 M3) ...............................................................................................................3
6. DISINFECTION TANK (8.83 M3)............................................................................................................4
7. AEROBIC DIGESTER (33.3 M3) ............................................................................................................4
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTATION .................................................................................................5
INFLUENT SCREENING BOX .....................................................................................................................5
CHEMICAL FEED TANKS ..........................................................................................................................5
VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES (VFD) ....................................................................................................5
ACROSS THE LINE STARTERS (ATL) .......................................................................................................5
FLOAT SWITCHES (TEAR DROP) ..............................................................................................................5
MOTORIZED DIVERTING VALVE ................................................................................................................5
EFFLUENT WEIR FLOW MONITOR ............................................................................................................6
MANUAL FLOW BOXES............................................................................................................................6
TABLET CHLORINATOR ...........................................................................................................................6
OPERATOR INTERFACE SCREENS......................................................................................................7
MAIN OVERVIEW SCREEN........................................................................................................................7
SYSTEM SECURITY ..................................................................................................................................8
MOTOR AND VALVE STATUS SCREEN ......................................................................................................8
EFFLUENT FLOW MONTHLY TOTALS SCREEN ........................................................................................10
TYPICAL AERATOR MOTOR POP-UP SCREEN .........................................................................................11
TRANSFER PUMPS MOTOR POP-UP SCREEN..........................................................................................12
ANOXIC MIXER MOTOR POP-UP SCREEN ...............................................................................................13
TYPICAL CHEMICAL FEED PUMP MOTOR POP-UP SCREEN .....................................................................14
TYPICAL CHEMICAL TANK MIXER MOTOR POP-UP SCREEN ....................................................................15
ALARM LIST.......................................................................................................................................16
ALARM TEXT NOTIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................16
ALARM STATUS SCREEN .......................................................................................................................17
ALARM HISTORY SCREEN .....................................................................................................................18
ABOUT SCREEN ....................................................................................................................................19
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INTRODUCTION
The Aarell Company is a ‘Control Systems Solution Provider’ located in Troy, Michigan, USA. Aarell
has designed this custom control system for Roger Haagg from ‘WeDoTanks, LLC’ in cooperation with
Goyette Mechanical. This system is specifically designed for control and monitoring of the wastewater
treatment plant that has been designed for Cedar Estates in Abuja, Nigeria.
The control system is designed using an Allen Bradley ‘CompactLogix’ Programmable Logic Controller
(PLC) that supports multiple languages to include; Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text,
Instruction List and Function Chart. A combination of Ladder Logic and Function Block has been used
for this systems control logic. A 10 Inch Color Graphic Touch Screen Human Machine Interface (HMI)
known as the Allen Bradley PanelView has been used to provide the operator interface to the controls
and monitoring. The control panel is built to NEMA 12 standards for mounting in the control room and
provides protection for the environment to the controls clean, cool and dry. The Control Panel includes
hardwired selector switches and status pilot lights to supplement the control functionality included on
the HMI screens. The HMI Screens can be viewed remotely over the facility Ethernet network and a
‘Netbiter’ modem will provide text messages that can be sent to specific cell phones on alarm
conditions.
The Waste Water Treatment system is designed as a Nutrient Removal Flow Through (NRFT) system
design based upon the Wuhrman nutrient removal process as modified and adapted to small plant
operations by Wedotanks.com, LLC. Wedotanks utilizes their specialized computer program to design
and model the operation of an NRFT plant (Sasspro – Refer to WeDoTanks’s Basis of Design
document for simulation and description of the process used for this WWTP).
The Wuhrman process was first suggested in 1964. This process depended upon post denitrification
using a secondary anoxic reactor following the aerobic zone. Numerous plants of this type supplement
the nitrogen removal by the addition of an external carbon source such as methanol which can rapidly
and effectively lower the effluent nitrate concentration in the process effluent. In this plant, methanol will
not be used, we are suggesting the operator use a product called Micro C, which has a COD value of
1,040,00 mg/l and is non-hazardous or explosive as methanol. Further description available at
http://www.microc.com/product/microc2000.htm
The following sections of this narrative provide a guide to the controls and settings that are provided
through the control panel and the Color Graphic HMI Operator Interface.
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PLANT DESIGN
The NRFT plant has the following treatment steps:
1. Equalization Tank (30.57 M3).

The equalization tank receives all of the influent after the wastewater flows through a screening box.
The equalization tank contains coarse bubble diffused aeration for mixing and providing minimum air
per ‘10 States Standards’. The flow from the equalization tank leaves via two (2) 0.54 HP submersible
equalization pumps through a flow splitter box.
Four (4) float switches are provided in the equalization tank for pump control and alarming. As the level
rises the bottom float will allow the pumps to operate. The next float will cause the ‘lead’ pump to start.
If the level continues to rise the third float will be actuated and start the ‘lag’ pump. If the level
continues to rise the fourth float is triggered and a high Level Alarm will be annunciated. As the level
begins to drop down the pumps will continue to run until the level reaches the lowest float and then both
pumps are shutoff.
If Auto Rotate is selected (see the Pump Control pop-up screen) then when both pumps are off the
Lead and Lag selections will rotate so that the pumps start in the opposite order. This rotation function
can be disabled if it is desired to have the Lead/Lag selection remain consistent.
The submersible equalization pumps are controlled by Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) for smooth
operation and speed setting. The flow is pumped from the equalization tank up into the flow box where
the flow is split to the Aeration Tank and to the Anoxic Tank. The flow is measured and adjusted by the
level over a V-Notch flow Weir with the extra volume overflowing from the flow splitter box back into the
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2. Aeration Tank (125 M3)

The Aeration Tank is aerated by three aspirating fine bubble aerators mounted on slide rails and
removable from the tank while filled. Aeration in the tank is adjusted by the operator by taking readings
with a hand held dissolved oxygen probe. Based on the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) of the
waste being processed, adjustments can be made by using the on/off timer functions in the PLC
settable through the HMI and/or by adjusting air induction. Target is 1.0 to 2.0 mg/ Oxygen.
In the aeration tank all of the ammonia is converted to nitrate and all the remaining BOD is converted to
carbon dioxide, water and other organisms. The flow then continues on by gravity to the Anoxic Tank.
3. Anoxic Tank (44.5 M3)

In the anoxic tank Micro-C chemical is introduced. The nitrate in the mixed liquor suspended solids is
converted to nitrogen gas via oxygen absorbing facultative organisms thus eliminating any soluble
nitrogen compounds in the effluent. Some of the BOD is converted to carbon dioxide, water and more
organisms. The flow then continues to the Re-Aeration Tank.
4. Re-aeration Tank (10.5 M3)

From the Anoxic Tank the flow enters the Re-Aeration Tank where oxygen is reintroduced to the
solution. Before flowing through into the Clarifier Tank.
5. Clarifier Tank (13.37 M3)

As the flow enters from the Re-Aeration Tank the Alum Chemical is introduced. All the solids and
organisms settle out and are concentrated in the bottom of
the clarifier.
The Clarifier Tank has both a Scum Return Pump and a Sludge Return Pump. The scum pump is
operated to transfer surface scum back to the Aeration Tank as Return Activated Sludge (RAS) or to
the Aerobic Digester as Waste Activated Sludge (WAS). The flow path is manually selected by the
operator through hand valves. The Sludge Return Pump draws from the bottom of the clarifier and
transfers solution through an automatic diverting valve. The flow path is configured by using the on/off
timer functions in the PLC settable through the HMI. The ON Time returns the sludge as RAS and the
OFF Time diverts as WAS based on the time cycles. This time cycle will likely be set to divert to
wasting for six minutes (360 seconds) out of every four hours (14,400 seconds). As an example:
4 hours
240 60 minutes 6 minutes
14,400 60 seconds 60 seconds
360 Minus OFF Time 360 OFF Time
14,040 ON Time
The amount of return flow is easily calculated with the aid of the SassProV2 Modeling software
provided with the plant.
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6. Disinfection Tank (8.83 M3)

As the flow enters from the Clarifier it passes through the tablet chlorinator and through the effluent flow
box. The effluent flow is monitored by the PLC system for flow rate and volume totalization. Historical
totals and resettable totals are provided.
7. Aerobic Digester (33.3 M3)

The Aerobic Digester is the Waste Tank located at the head of the installation. This tank is aerated by
an aspirating aerator which is controlled by a PLC based on/off cycle timer. The digester receives the
excess (waste) activated sludge (WAS) produced in the waste water treatment process from the
clarifier via the sludge return and waste pumps. The sludge in the tank is reduced by the endogenous
respiration.
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Controls and Instrumentation

Influent Screening Box
A manual screening box is used for this installation. Routine monitoring and clean out will be required.
No instrumentation or control is provided.
Chemical Feed Tanks

Both the Micro-C and the ALUM chemical totes are provided with mixer motors to keep the chemical in
suspension ready to be fed to the process. The mixers are provided with on/off cycle timers as may be
desired. An OFF Time setting of zero will keep the equipment running continuously.
A chemical feed pump is provided for each tank and is also equipped with an on/off cycle timer in
addition to the local volume adjust on the feed pump.
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)

The Equalizer Pumps and the Sludge Return Pump are controlled by Variable Frequency Drives. The
speed (volume) can be manually adjusted from the speed settings on the front of the drive inside the
control panel. These settings are usually set once and left at those levels. The Sludge Return Pump
has an on/off cycle timer in addition to the VFD. Note that if any of the on/off cycle timers have the OFF
Time set to zero then the equipment will run continuously.
Across The Line Starters (ATL)

The aerators, mixers, and the scum return pump are controlled by single speed motor starters. Each of
them is also controlled by PLC Based on/off timers. Note that if any of the on/off cycle timers have the
OFF Time set to zero then the equipment will run continuously.
Float Switches (Tear Drop)

Level monitoring and control is provided by sealed tilting floats. A normally open contact will close as
the tear drop is tilted passed horizontal and reopen as it tilts back down. These are robust long life float
switches with minimal maintenance other than wash down.
Motorized Diverting Valve

The output from the Clarifier Sludge Return Pump is piped through an automatic diverting valve. This
three way motorized valve will divert the Sludge from the clarifier to either Recirc to the Aeration Tank
or Waste to the Aerobic Digester.
This motorized actuator is powered by 120Volts A.C. to open and to close. Without power to the
actuator it will remain in its last position. This actuator is designed to operate in harsh environments.

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Effluent Weir Flow Monitor

A Magnetrol Echotel Model 355 Ultrasonic Level Transmitter is provided to sense the level is the
Effluent Weir.
The weir is provided with a 30 degree ‘V’ Channel discharge baffle. The level transmitter is
characterized to an output flow range of from 0 to 110 GPM (30 M3/HR) based on the height of the
effluent in the channel leading to the 30 Degree ‘V’ baffle.
Flow calculations as represented here.
IN CM GPM M3/HR
8.00 20.320 110.00 29.98
7.80 19.812 103.30 23.46
7.20 18.288 84.60 19.21
6.60 16.764 68.06 15.45
6.00 15.240 53.63 12.18
5.54 13.716 41.21 9.36
4.80 12.192 30.70 6.97
4.20 10.668 21.99 4.99
3.60 9.144 14.96 3.40
3.00 7.620 9.48 2.15
2.40 6.096 5.43 1.23
Manual Flow Boxes

Flow boxes similar to the effluent flow weir are used for the Equalizer Flow, Scum Transfer Flow and
Sludge Return Flow streams. These are used to set the flow balance manually by visual indication of
the flow rate.
Tablet Chlorinator
Though the is a significant contributor to the quality of the effluent there are no automated controls
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OPERATOR INTERFACE SCREENS

Main Overview Screen
The System Overview screen is the screen that would normally be displayed since it presents the most
complete view of the system and the equipment status. Motor running states are shown as green
motors. Off state is grey. Fault status is red.
The status of the float switches is animated and self explanatory. The flow path for the Sludge Transfer
Diverting valve is shown with the green status being the flow path. The present effluent flow rate is
displayed.
Keys in the lower right corner provide additional screen navigation while ‘hot key’ target zones in the
overview will provide pop-ups for additional operational intervention. More on this in following sections.
If a fault occurs a banner will display at the top of the screen as shown below. The alarm can be
silenced and acknowledged from the banner.

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System Security
The graphic screens are accessible by any one who can gain access to the control house. The building
should be secured to prevent entry by unqualified personnel. From a system security standpoint there
are certain functions that we don’t want un-trained visitors to the graphic screen changing and therefore
these functions are disabled without the correct Login user name and password entered. If you are
reading this document you are deemed to be at a sufficient level that access to these functions would
not adversely effect the overall operation of the system. Please use both the user name and the
password as op1 to gain access to those features such as clearing runtime accumulators and setting
on/off cycle times.
Motor and Valve Status Screen
A screen is provided that summarizes all of the motor and valve status and on/off time cycle
configurations in one place. The complete Configuration for any device can be accessed by pressing
the SETUP key associated with it.

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Effluent Flow Trending Screen
An Effluent Flow monitoring and diagnostic screen is provided which shows the configuration for the
transmitter, the present flow rate, totalized data and access to log files, along with a flow trending
window.

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Effluent Flow Monthly Totals Screen
Effluent flow logs can be accessed from the Effluent Flow Screen. This provides a twelve month log file
showing the daily flow totals for the previous twelve months. These are non-resettable registers but
they are written over with the current months data.

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Typical Aerator Motor Pop-up Screen
The picture above shows the ‘Pop-up’ that will display when the screen is touched in the area of an
aerator motor. Complete control and monitoring is provided through this pop-up. The motor can be
placed in manual to run or disable. Runtime hours are displayed in both a resettable register and
totalizing register. The On/Off Cycle timer settings and progress indicator is shown as a bar graph.
Light green is the On Time Setting while grey is the Off Time Setting. The darker green bar that
displays below the graph represents the accumulating time and the resulting status. The cycle timer is
the sum of the On Time and the Off Time. For example; If it was desired to operate a motor for ten
seconds out of every minute then the On Time would be set to 10 seconds and the Off Time would be
set to 50 Seconds for a total cycle time of 60 seconds.
Note that an Off Time setting of zero will cause the device to be ON continuously no matter what the
On Time setting is. The runtime accumulator, resettable totalization and on/off cycle time settings
require the user to be correctly logged-in in order to reset or modify the settings.

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Transfer Pumps Motor Pop-up Screen
The Pop-up for the Equalization pumps is shown. HMI Manual functions are provided. Runtime hours
are displayed. The ‘Lead’ and ‘Lag’ selections are provided and can be rotated from this screen. The
pump controls will normally rotate the lead and lag pump selections each time both of the pumps are
off. If this is not desired for any reason the Auto Rotate can be Disabled. This will cause the Lead and
Lag selections to stay fixed as selected.
The runtime accumulator, resettable totalization and on/off cycle time settings require the user to be
correctly logged-in in order to reset or modify the settings.

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Anoxic Mixer Motor Pop-up Screen
The picture above shows the ‘Pop-up’ that will display when the screen is touched in the area of the
mixer motor. Complete control and monitoring is provided through this pop-up. The motor can be
placed in manual to run or disable. Runtime hours are displayed in both a resettable register and
totalizing register. The On/Off Cycle timer settings and progress indicator is shown as a bar graph.
Light green is the On Time Setting while grey is the Off Time Setting. The darker green bar that
displays below the graph represents the accumulating time and the resulting status. The cycle timer is
the sum of the On Time and the Off Time. For example; If it was desired to operate a motor for ten
seconds out of every minute then the On Time would be set to 10 seconds and the Off Time would be
set to 50 Seconds for a total cycle time of 60 seconds.
Note that an Off Time setting of zero will cause the device to be ON continuously no matter what the
On Time setting is. The runtime accumulator, resettable totalization and on/off cycle time settings
require the user to be correctly logged-in in order to reset or modify the settings.

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Typical Chemical Feed Pump Motor Pop-up Screen
The chem. Pumps also have a time cycle adjustment but it will be preferable to first set the flow rate at
the pump head. The runtime accumulator, resettable totalization and on/off cycle time settings require
the user to be correctly logged-in in order to reset or modify the settings.

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Typical Chemical Tank Mixer Motor Pop-up Screen
The Chem Tank Mixers are the same for time cycle control.

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ALARM LIST
The following alarm messages can be triggered by the system based on actual conditions for the
equipment and the response to a control request.
Control Power Off

* Aerobic Digester High Level Alarm
* Equalization Tank High Level Alarm
* Activated Sludge Diverting Valve Recirc. Failed To Open
* Activated Sludge Diverting Valve Waste Failed To Open
Aerobic Digester Aspirating Aerator Failed To Start
Aerobic Digester Aspirating Aerator Failed To Stop
Equalization Chamber Aspirating Aerator Failed To Start
Equalization Chamber Aspirating Aerator Failed To Stop
Equalization Chamber Transfer Pump #1 Failed To Start
Equalization Chamber Transfer Pump #1 Failed To Stop
Equalization Chamber Transfer Pump #2 Failed To Start
Equalization Chamber Transfer Pump #2 Failed To Stop
Aeration Tank Aspirating Aerator #1 Failed To Start
Aeration Tank Aspirating Aerator #1 Failed To Stop
Anoxic Tank Mixer Failed To Start
Anoxic Tank Mixer Failed To Stop
Reaeration Tank Aspirating Aerator Failed To Start
Reaeration Tank Aspirating Aerator Failed To Stop
Clarifier Scum Pump Failed To Start
Clarifier Scum Pump Failed To Stop
Clarifier Sludge Pump Failed To Start
Clarifier Sludge Pump Failed To Stop
Alarm Text Notifications

The system has been equipped with a NETBITER - NB1005, Easy Connect Model EC350
Communications Gateway Module. This device can provide a great deal of functions for remote access
and data transfer. The base implementation provides a cellular text messaging service based on
configured cell phone numbers. Normally only the priority alarms designated from the list above with
an asterisk * will be configured for notifications.
The unit is tested with a local service providers SIM chip during the Factory Acceptance Testing in
Troy, Michigan. A local SIM chip will need to be installed after delivery to the final destination. The
configuration for the text messaging is a cloud based service provided through Argos. An annual
subscription will be required and text messaging is purchased in 75 message bundles. Refer to the
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Alarm Status Screen
The alarm status screen shows all of the faults the are currently active in the system. Acknowledged
faults that are no longer active will be removed from the list.

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Alarm History Screen
The alarm History Screens is a retentive listing of the faults that have occurred. This is useful for
scrolling back to see what was happening with the system previously.

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About Screen
The ‘About Aarell Screen’ is an introduction to the companies involved in bringing this system together.
In addition to that the Date and Time settings for the HMI are displayed and can be modified if
necessary.

Aarell Process Controls Group
A division of Indicon Corporation
1100 East Big Beaver Road, Troy, Michigan 48083-1934 * Phone 248-649-3810 * Fax 248-649-3845
CONTROL PANEL FIELD STARTUP PROCEDURE

JOB NUMBER
PROJECT/SYSTEM NAME
CONTROL PANEL NAME
INSPECTED BY AND DATE INSPECTED
THE FOLLOWING WRITE-UP PROVIDES A CHECK-OUT PROCEDURE FOR FACTORY TESTING

FOR CONTROL ENCLOSURES.
THIS IS INTENDED TO BE THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND SHOULD ONLY BE USED AS A
COMMON SENSE DOUBLE CHECK FOR A SYSTEMATIC AND COMPLETE CHECK-OUT.
I. POWER UP TESTS initial comment

A. LOCKOUT SYSTEM CONTROL CABINET. TURN OFF ALL LOCAL ELECTRICAL
ENERGY SOURCES SWITCHES AND DISCONNECTS.
B. LOCATE MAIN ELECTRICAL SERVICE PANEL AND REVIEW LOCKOUT

PROCEDURE.
C. ENSURE MAINS ARE LOCKED OUT.
D. INSPECT CONTROL CABINET ENCLOSURE FOR PROPER GROUND BONDING.

PERFORM PHASE TO PHASE AND PHASE TO GROUND SHORT CIRCUIT TEST.
PERFORM SECONDARY TO GROUND SHORT CIRCUIT TEST ON ALL BRANCH
CIRCUITS. CHECK ALL FIELD WIRING FOR PROPER WIRING AND LANDS.
E. OPEN ALL TRANSFORMER SECONDARY BRANCH CIRCUITS PULLING FUSES
AND/OR TURNING OFF CIRCUIT BREAKERS.
F. REMOVE LOCKOUT ON MAINS AND PROVIDE MAIN POWER TO THE PANEL.
G. CHECK MAIN SUPPLY FOR PROPER VOLTAGE AT PANEL DISCONNECT.
H. APPLY MAIN VOLTAGE TO CONTROL CABINET AND PERFORM VOLTAGE CHECK

ON ALL BRANCH CIRCUITS.
J. AAPLY PRIMARY POWER TO TRANSFFORMER WITH SECONDARY CIRCUITS

STILL ISOLATED. VERIFY INCOMING POWER AND OUTGOING POWER ARE
CORRECT.
K. APPLY POWER TO SECONDARY BRANCH CIRCUITS ONE AT A TIME.
L. CHECK ALL INTERIOR DEVICES FOR PROPER SUPPLY VOLTAGES.
M. CHECK ALL FIELD DEVICES FOR PROPER VOLTAGE AND OPERATION.
N. APPLY POWER TO PLC OR OTHER TYPE CONTROLLER.
P. ENSURE PROPER PROGRAMMING OF ALL PROGRAMMABLE DEVICES.
Q. TEST FOR PROPER OPERATION OF ALL PROGRAMMED DEVICES.
R. PERFORM A HOT TEST FOR INPUTS. VERIFY OUTPUTS, CHECK ALL ANALOG
MODULES COMPLETE TO DATA TABLES
S. OPERATE ALL ON/OFF DEVICES, STROKE ALL ANALOG VALVES, AND CHECK ALL
DISCRETE INPUT SWITCHES
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T. CHECK OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT, SIMULATE AS MUCH OF A TRUE RUN

CONDITION AS POSSIBLE
U. CHECK FOR PROPER ROTATION OF ALL MOTORS
V.
W.
II. JOB SPECIFIC CHECKS initial comment

A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
J.
K.
L.
III. FINAL CHECK initial comment

A. OVERALL VISUAL CHECK FOR CLEANLINESS, PAINT CONDITION, ETC.
B. INSTRUMENT CONFIGURATION SHEETS ARE FILLED OUT
C. INCLUDE UPDATED DRAWINGS IN PANEL
D. PANELS ARE CLEAN FROM INSTALLATION DEBRIS, ENSURE ALL PANEL PANDUIT
COVERING AND WIRING IS DRESSED FOR FINAL ACCEPTANCE
E.

F.

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1. Introduction and General Description

Biological Wastewater Treatment System

Listing of the Wastewater Treatment System Components:

Equalization Tank (1-33.3 M3[8,800 gal]):

Sludge Digester/Storage Tank (30.5 M3 [8,078 gal]):

Operation & Description of the NRFT Wastewater Treatment Plant

The NRFT plant has the following treatment steps:

1. The first step is an equalization tank (1 tank, 0).

2. Aeration Tank. ( tank 0

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3. Anoxic Tank. ( tank 0 gallons)

a. Aerobic Digester. (1)0

This tank is aerated by DQDVSLUDWLQJDHUDWRUwhich is controlled by a timer

The sludge in the tank is reduced by the process of endogenous respiration.

8. Controls and Instrumentation

Procedure to adjust E/Q flow box

Head (ft) CFS GPM MGD

Practices to be followed for Proper Operation (See Figure 2.)

Return Sludge Return Sludge

Clear Channel in Sludge Mass at the

1. Motors will not run:

a. General power outage

a. Over aeration - reduce blower running time

3. Equipment will not work on automatic:

a. Failure of time clock - have electrician check

4. Froth spray system not working properly:

5. Sludge accumulation on top of clarifier tank:

a. Scum Air-lift not working.

6. Large quantities of solids going over effluent weir:

Daily Maintenance Procedure

Weekly Maintenance Procedure

Equipment Aeration Tank Settling Tank Effluent Comments &

3. Equipment not Same Same Same Check for: power outage,

• @ 24,000 GPD est. wasting is 990 gpd

P.O. Box 33, Flint, MI 48501

Tel. 231-354-7375 Fax. 866-681-7694

WASTE WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

CEDAR ESTATES – ABUJA, NIGERIA

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The NRFT plant has the following treatment steps:

1. Equalization Tank (30.57 M3).

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2. Aeration Tank (125 M3)

3. Anoxic Tank (44.5 M3)

4. Re-aeration Tank (10.5 M3)

5. Clarifier Tank (13.37 M3)

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6. Disinfection Tank (8.83 M3)

7. Aerobic Digester (33.3 M3)

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Controls and Instrumentation

Chemical Feed Tanks

Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)

Across The Line Starters (ATL)

Float Switches (Tear Drop)

Motorized Diverting Valve

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Effluent Weir Flow Monitor

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1. The first step is an equalization tank (1 tank, 0).

2. Aeration Tank. ( tank 0

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3. Anoxic Tank. ( tank 0 gallons)

a. Aerobic Digester. (1)0