OPERATING MANUAL
In the event you experience a problem with your Clearstream Aerobic Wastewater Treatment
System or if service is required, you may reference the Clearstream Control Panel Cover for the name,
address and phone number of a local service person that can provide service for your Clearstream
Unit. After the expiration of your initial two year service policy provided by the system installer, you
may obtain a continuing service policy on a yearly basis which will include terms comparable to the
initial service policy from a local service person that is trained and certified by Clearstream.
In order for the Clearstream System to function at optimum performance levels, the system will
require periodic service. The normally expected service that is associated with the system includes:
1.
Repair or replace aerator
2.
Clean filters on aerator
3.
Break up scum in clarifier
4.
Pump sludge from aeration tank
5.
Pump sludge from pretreatment tank
6.
Check aeration diffusers
7.
Check surge control weir
8.
Check denite effluent return flow
9.
Replace UV bulb
(when UV is installed)
2 to 10 years
6 mos. to 2 years
6 mos. to 2 years
2 to 5 years*
2 to 5 years*
annually
6 mos.
6 mos.
annually
* Any sludge removed from pretreatment tank or Clearstream Unit must be disposed of according to all state, local and federal
regulatory requirements.
To remove solids from pretreatment tank drop pump hose through access opening on top of tank
all the way through to the bottom of the tank. Pump out the whole tank volume, then fill the tank back
up immediately. To remove solids from aeration chamber, drop hose through access opening in tank
all the way to the bottom of the tank. Pump only 1/2 of the total tank volume and fill tank back up with
water immediately.
To determine if all system components are functioning properly, look and/or listen to see if the
visual/audio alarm system is illuminated or making a buzzing sound. If the alarm is activated, then
either the aerator has lost air pressure or the high level float inside the clarifier is indicating a high
water level condition. Verification of either condition can be made by checking air pressure from
aerator with a pressure gauge and opening the access opening to the treatment unit to see if the
water level inside the clarifier is at alarm level. After inspection of the clarifier, be sure to
securely fasten the access cover back in place and tighten the tamper resistant
screws
firmly.
To determine if the system has the desirable “mixed liquor” and effluent characteristics, first
remove the access cover. Monitor for odors coming from the tank. If the odor is a sweet or a musty
smell, the system is operating in a desirable aerobic condition. If the odor is foul or smells like a
rotten egg, then the system is operating in an undesirable anaerobic condition. Visually monitor the
“mixed liquor” for color. If the color is a brownish color, then it is operating in a desirable aerobic
condition. If it is grey or black in color, it is operating in an undesirable anaerobic condition. The
system effluent should be clear with very few noticeable light brown solids suspended in the
effluent. The effluent should not be dark or turbid in color or clear with great numbers of light
brown suspended solids noticeable. After inspection of the system’s interior, be sure to securely
fasten the access cover back in place and tighten the tamper resistant
screws
firmly.
In the event the alarm panel light and buzzer is activated, call your local servicing dealer
whose name, address, and phone number should be affixed to the face of the panel.
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