The Matador™ is an easy to install, cost efficient answer to storm drain inlet protection. The product is made from an organic natural fiber that has incredible filtration ability. It stands up to the heavy demands of the construction industry and is fast becoming the #1 product in inlet protection. Ground-FX offers the Matador™ as the first product in the suite of erosion control BMPs specifically designed for applications that need compliant, efficient solutions for control of storm water. Ease of installation and cost efficiency are the hallmarks of this product line.
Installation
Remove sediment, debris, ice and snow from the inlet grate surface and surrounding area. Verify fit by placing filter over inlet grate to ensure that the Matador™ extends at least one inch beyond the front and both curb ends. The overlap slows water flow and starts filtering sediment and debris before water drops into the inlet.
Position the Matador™ on grate with the net side down, flush to the back edge and extending beyond the grate opening on the front and both sides. The zip ties attach the Matador™ to the inlet grate cover without lifting the grate cover.
Insert zip ties and lift the Matador™ slightly to enable you to see the first grate bar from the edge of the grate cover. Push the zip tie down through the Matador™ and loop under the grate bar. Insert the pointed end of a zip tie, about 2" away from the first zip tie penetration and push back up through the filter. Push the pointed end of the zip tie, into the receiving end just enough to hold ends loosely. Make sure to leave zip ties loose, until all ties are looped through the mats, around the grates. Repeat until all zip ties are installed loosely.
Tighten zip ties after attaching all of the zip ties, re-position the Matador™ to completely cover and overlap the grate. Pull free end of zip ties hand tight to anchor the Matador™ to the grate. Cut off free end of zip ties to leave a 1" tail.
The Matador™ is now hard at work.
Maintenance
The Matador™ inlet filter will collect a lot of sediment. Clean the Matador™ while mounted on the grate, even if water surrounds the inlet. This unique feature ensures all water entering the grate is filtered. Sweep sides and top of the Matador™ to remove sediment and debris after each rain event.
The Matador™ is prepared for the next rain event.
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