aero-stream AS1000-1, Installation & Operator’S Manual

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Repair leaking fixtures: A leaking faucet or flapper valve in the toilet can
flood your septic system with hundreds or even thousands of gallons of
water per day.
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Do not use flush activated toilet bowl tablets or cleaners as these products
contain high amounts of chlorine bleach that kills the bacteria in the septic
tank.
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Install an approved effluent filter in the outlet pipe of the septic tank if
possible.
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Install water conserving fixtures e.g. shower heads, faucets, and toilets.
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Install lint traps or filters on clothes washing equipment.
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Implement a water conservation plan to be used during and after the
remediation process.
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Some chemicals can upset the delicate biological bacteria action of the
septic system. Other chemical can act to clog the system. Familiarize
yourself with preferred household chemicals that are compatible with
septic systems. Contact Aero Stream technical support at (Toll Free) 877-
254-7093 or info@aero-stream.com for additional assistance.
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Minimize the amount of wastes that are washed down the kitchen drain,
including scraps that are run through a garbage disposal .
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Use the garbage can for items such as caustic soda, acids, copper sulfate,
chemical cleaners, paint thinner, latex or oil based paint, solvents, waxes,
polishes, pesticides, poisons, fuels, motor oil, hazardous wastes, filter tip
cigarettes, sanitary napkins, all feminine products, paper towels, rags,
plastic objects or disposable diapers. All of these items cannot be broken
down or are very difficult for the bacteria to break down.
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Discharge your water softener and iron filter to another suitable location,
i.e. not into the septic system, in accordance with your local codes and
ordinances.
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Route your rain downspouts away from the drain field, seepage pit or
drywell.
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Do not plant trees or shrubs above the drain field, seepage pit or drywell.
The roots of the plantings will grow into and plug the drain field, seepage
pit and drywell.
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Keep heavy vehicles off of the drain field, seepage pit or drywell. The
heavy vehicles not only compact the soils but also can crush the
perforated laterals of the absorption component. The compacted soil is
less permeable than loose soil.