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Ecoflo biofilter – nitrogen reduction unit (ECDn)
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4.2
Keep heavy objects off your septic system
Never drive a vehicle or place objects weighing more than 225 kg (500 lb) within 5 m (16' 5") of the lid of your ECDn. If you are
planning any kind of landscaping or any other type of work on the property (i.e.: snow removal, lawn mowing, excavation, etc.), make
sure you advise all those involved, so they do not damage your septic system. It is recommended to note where of your septic
system elements are located.
4.3
About your home
Your home must be equipped with an air vent that is in proper working order and all plumbing must comply with the applicable
standards of the building code in your location. Every septic tank must be ventilated by an air duct with a diameter of at least 100 mm
(4") or be connected to the air vent of the isolated dwelling being served. Premier Tech strongly recommends using a pipe with a
diameter of 100 mm (4") for the air vent.
Any change in the use of your home or any modification to your ECDn must be authorized by the local authorities, and Premier Tech
must be advised. If this requirement is not fully met, the warranty for your ECDn will be null and void.
5. Maintenance
5.1
Primary tank
Empty your primary/septic tank every two to four years
or if the level of sludge measured exceed the 2/3 of the total height of
water in the tank
. This helps to keep your septic system in proper working order. Every primary/septic tank and effluent filter shall be
inspected and maintained as prescribed by local regulations.
If your home is equipped with a garbage disposal or a sewage pump, we strongly recommend emptying your primary/septic tank more
frequently than the frequency noted above. Using this kind of equipment increases the amount of sludge in the primary/septic tank.
To have complete records of the maintenance performed on your septic system, we
recommend that you to keep the proof of
maintenance (invoice) with this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT: Primary tanks can be emptied in several ways that can be classified into two categories: complete emptying and
selective emptying. Complete emptying, the most common, consists of completely pumping the contents of the primary tank. It's
easy to check if the work was properly done because the primary tank will be completely empty when the vacuum truck leaves the
site. Selective emptying is divided into two sub-categories: with a filter (or recycled) or without a filter. The method with a filter requires
a truck that has been adapted for this type of emptying, that is, one that separates and retains the solids from the wastewater. The
mechanically clarified water is then returned to the primary tank. The selective method without a filter allows the solids to settle while in
the truck before the water is returned to the primary tank. As such, in an effort to ensure the ECDn continues to perform optimally, it is
very important that you ensure than the water that is returned to the primary tank has been properly clarified and does not
contain or contains very few suspended solids. We also recommend you to call one of the members of Premier Tech's local
partners. He will assist and verify if the work is done according to your specific needs to best protect your Ecoflo biofilter – nitrogen
reduction (ECDn) system.
5.2
Effluent filter
Under normal operating conditions, as described in this manual, an effluent filter that complies with local regulations should operate
efficiently for many years. It must be cleaned every time the primary tank is emptied, as established or recommended by local
authorities. Premier Tech recommends utilisation of Polylok
TM
PL-250 effluent filter or effluent filters with equivalent or superior filtration
area.
5.3
Ecoflo biofilter – nitrogen reduction unit (ECDn)
The owner of a biofiltration system shall follow the manufacturer's recommendations regarding the maintenance of the system. For
that purpose, he shall at all times have a valid contract with the manufacturer or its local representative and, depending on the local
regulations, a copy of the contract may have to be filed to the authorities.
