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Disposal of Treated Water
The treated wastewater from the Tricel Puraflo system should be disposed of as per guidelines from the
planning regulations issued by your local authority.
8
Maintenance
Warning
When working on the Tricel Puraflo system during routine maintenance & servicing, please
follow all national health and safety regulations. Sewage and sewage effluent can carry
micro-organisms and gases harmful to human health. Any person carrying out maintenance
on the system must be appropriately trained. Suitable protection equipment including
gloves, goggles etc., should be worn at all times. Always remove contaminated clothing and
protective equipment after completion of work. Wash hands and face prior to eating,
drinking or smoking. Refer to section.
The Tricel Puraflo system is designed with the best of quality and performance in mind to meet your
specific wastewater treatment requirements and to provide years of trouble-free use. However, a certain
amount of system maintenance is required on an on-going basis to ensure that the system is working
correctly. This is the responsibility of the homeowner.
Failure to maintain your system could also result in reduced effectiveness and increased maintenance
and/or replacement costs in the long-term.
8.1
Regular Maintenance
8.1.1
Septic Tank (If applicable)
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The septic tank should be de-sludged when required. In accordance with EPA guidelines, the septic
tank should be de-sludged a minimum of once a year. Consult the manufacturer’s
guidelines.
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De-sludging of the septic tank should prevent any solids carryover from the septic tank into the
Tricel Puraflo modules which would decrease the performance of the treatment system.
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The inlet and outlet should be inspected and rodded to remove any blockages if necessary.
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Ensure that no storm or surface water enters the system.
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Ensure that the effluent filter is not blocked or matured (clogged naturally over time). Blockages
will result in backups in the septic tank which will back-up towards the house if the problem is
not resolved.
8.1.2
Wastewater Treatment Plant (If applicable)
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The wastewater treatment plant should be inspected a minimum of once a year and be de-
sludged when required. The sludge level should never be more than 50% of the depth of the
liquid.
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The vent around the base of the blower housing guarantees a fresh supply of air to the air
blower. All vents should be checked to make sure they are not blocked or obscured.
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The vent under the de-sludging cover allows gas to escape and stops the tank from becoming
pressurised.
