ADS Environmental Services FlowShark QR 775003 A2 - Manual (Page 7)

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C H A P T E R 1
Introduction
The ADS ® Intrinsically Safe FlowShark ® long-term flow monitor
(FlowShark IS) measures open channel flow in sanitary sewers,
storm sewers, and other environments to assist municipalities and
other industry in addressing the following issues:
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Planning sewer systems (sizing and rehabilitation)
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Reducing infiltration and inflow (I/I)
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Monitoring combined sewer overflows (CSOs)
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Detecting and monitoring surcharges
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Managing inner-agency billing
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Monitoring sewage handling facilities (wastewater treatment
plants and pump stations)
The battery or external DC-powered, digital signal processor-based
FlowShark IS monitor provides exceptional accuracy and reliability
in measuring open-channel flow depth and velocity to determine
flow rate (quantity) in sewer lines. This flow data is the essential
element required to successfully perform investigative, analytical,
and reporting activities.
This manual offers detailed instructions on installing the FlowShark
IS flow monitor and sensors, providing communication with
monitor (remotely by TCP/IP wireless or on-site by serial
connection), and performing routine maintenance and
troubleshooting on the system.