GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR JOBSITE PREPARATION

1. The earth upon which the liner will be placed must be smooth, dry and free from sharp rocks, roots, vegetation, and other foreign material. A compacted substrate is advisable to prevent settling. Compaction around pipes and structures is especially important.
2. Check measurements and grades prior to start of liner installation. Surveyor control stakes should be left in place to assist in placing the lining panels.
3. Dig the anchor trench as shown on the shop drawing or the engineering drawings. ALWAYS THROW EARTH FROM TRENCH AWAY FROM SIDE SLOPE.
4. Crew size will depend on the project size. A minimum of 6 men is required, most projects need at least 10 men to spread panels.
5. Sand bags will be needed to keep the material in position during windy conditions. Normally 20 sand bags per panel are required.
6. Tools and equipment not supplied by Watersaver include: wiping rags, paint brushes for adhesive, rakes and shovels. Liner panels may weigh as much as 4,000#. A large front end loader or forklift will be required to assist in the spreading of the lining material. Palleted cartons are about 84" x 36" x 36".
7. Cements and adhesives shall be kept from extreme heat and cold.
8. A Technical Service Representative is available from Watersaver Company for a small fee when made part of the purchase agreement.
9. All PVC (vinyl) liners should be covered with suitable material if an extended life is expected. Side slopes of 3:1 or more gradual are normally required to hold earth cover. Windy conditions may require special rip rap considerations.
10. Driving on the liner is permitted only when the liner is first covered with 12" of earth. If an area is to have sustained traffic 24" of cover is advised. Damage to the liner must be repaired as it is discovered!
11. Structures including pipes, splash pads, inlets, outlets, and headwalls should be finished prior to placement of the liner to structures.

This sheet is furnished to aid in planning liner installations. Watersaver Company, Inc. as a supplier of materials only, does not assume responsibility for errors in design, engineering, quantities, or dimensions.