6,500 litre GRAF Carat S House Indirect Rainwater Harvesting System

Specifications

Tank Type: Deep Dig
Capacity: 6,500 litres
Length: 2390mm
Width: 2190mm
Height: 2710mm
Inner Ø dome shaft: 650mm
Tank Weight: 220kg
Dome Shaft Weight: 9kg (pedestrian loading)/55kg (vehicle loading)
Warranty: 15 Years

This 6,500 litre Carat S House Indirect Rainwater Harvesting system from GRAF is designed to be a reliable domestic solution that utilises the effects of gravity to reduce energy costs. The system is quick and easy to install with a submersible pump that supplies harvested rainwater to a header tank where it is then gravity fed to the toilets and washing machine.

Product Features at a Glance:

• Quick and easy to install
• On Demand Rainwater Supply - submersible pump supplies harvested to toilets, washing machine & external tap.
• Header Tank System - header tank controls the supply of harvested rainwater and backup mains water.
• Dual Valve System - prioritises rainwater supply over mains water to save on mains water consumption.
• Mains Water Back-up – switch-over point is at a lower level in the header tank when rainwater is not available from the underground tank.
• Guaranteed Water Supply - mains water backup supply is not reliant on power or pump pressure and can therefore guarantees supply of water at all times.

Customer Notice: The processed water may be used to water the garden, flush toilets, wash clothes and as conventional cleaning water. It is Not suitable for consumption or personal hygiene.

GRAF Carat S Household Rainwater harvesting packages feature their patented Optimax-Pro (self-cleaning) filter that requires minimum maintenance and provides over 95% water yield. The filter housing has a transparent lid for filter visibility and can be easily removed without tools.

The complete system includes:

1 x Carat underground tank
1 x Mini telescopic dome shaft with PP cover (pedestrian loading) 
 or Cast iron telescopic dome shaft with childproof cover (vehicle loading up to 3.5 ton)
1 x House filter package consisting of:

• Internal Optimax-Pro (self-cleaning) filter
• Inflow stilling system for controlling the water inflow
• Overflow siphon with rodent guard function
• Spannfix pipe connection sleeve

1 x House Indirect pump package consisting of:

• Header tank
• INOX submersible pump
• Internal Hose connection box
• Floating suction set with fine filter and hose
• Black and green pipe 25m

The Carat tank series are the foundations of a long-lasting rainwater harvesting system. Manufactured by injection compression moulding, these tanks boast unbeatable stability with each component produced to the highest accuracy. The tank dome can be rotated 360° and sits on a telescopic, inclinable shaft allowing it to be easily aligned to connection pipes and installed flush with the soil level. Add to that its intelligent filter components and you have an easy to install system that ensures the best quality from your harvested rainwater. 

Unsure what size tank you need for your property or need more information? Check out our articles on rainwater harvesting tanks.

Key Features of Carat House Indirect Tanks:

• Self-cleaning filter - the patented Optimax-Pro self-cleaning filter delivers a water yield of over 95 % and requires minimal maintenance.
• Very high water quality - floating extraction unit extracts the water from the cleanest zone – about 10 cm (4") below the water's surface.
• Dome shaft - provides easy access to the filter and tank, can be fitted with covers suitable for either pedestrian or vehicle loading.
• Versatile Tank Cover - can be telescoped and tilted in a continuously variable manner and blends seamlessly into the ground surface.
• Suitable for Vehicle Loading - when combined with a cast iron telescopic dome shaft, meaning the Carat tank can then be installed under your driveway.

Please Note: All dimensions are approximate (the manufacturer reserve a tolerance of +/- 3%) and the useful volume of the tanks may be up to 10% lower than the tank capacity, according to the connecting option. All images shown are used for illustration purposes only and may differ from the actual product supplied.

Disclaimer: Pre-condition for warranty benefits are proper handling, assembly and installation according to the mounting guidelines. The warranty may become invalid if any of these conditions are breached.