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7.2.8.3 Construction<br />

FIGURE 7-33<br />

SCHEMATIC OF A LEACHING CHAMBER<br />

Fresh Air<br />

Vent/<br />

a. Gravity Network Pipe Placement<br />

To insure a free flow of wastewater, the distribution pipe should be<br />

laid level or on a grade of 1 in. to 2 in. per 100 ft (8.5 to 16.9<br />

cm/100 m). To maintain a level or uniform slope, several construction<br />

techniques can be employed. In each case a tripod level or transit is<br />

used to obtain the proper grade elevations. H<strong>and</strong> levels are not<br />

adequate.<br />

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