This manual describes the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Geotech Sipper Pump & Skimmer Assembly.
The Geotech Sipper Pump & Skimmer Assembly is designed to efficiently collect free-floating hydrocarbons in monitoring wells of 2 inches (5 cm) or more in diameter. The system consists of a solar or AC Sipper controller, a stainless steel pump, a skimmer with a floating intake cartridge (or float), and a tank full probe. The Sipper Controller regulates the pump and skimmer cycle using three timer settings (vacuum, pressure, and delay) to vary the cycle time and recovery rate. Pressure and vacuum are applied to the pump to attract product from the skimmer, which is then discharged into a user-provided recovery tank. The skimmer intake incorporates both a density float and an oleophilic/hydrophobic filter to differentiate between hydrocarbons and water. This manual is written in Spanish.
| Well Diameter | 2 inches (5 cm) or more |
|---|---|
| Product Specific Gravity | Less than 1.0 |
| Light Hydrocarbon Viscosity | Less than 50 SSU |
| Heavy Hydrocarbon Viscosity | Less than 400 SSU |
| Hose Length Limit | 180 feet (55 m) |
| System Length Limit | 500 feet (152 m) |
The system is designed for monitoring wells of 2 inches (5 cm) or more in diameter.
The light hydrocarbon filter is suitable for products with a viscosity less than 50 SSU.
The total system length cannot exceed 500 feet (152 m).