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System Care and Maintenance <br /> v SEPTIC TANK PUMPING <br /> o • Do not wait until your system shows signs of failure to have It is not necessary to leave any of the sludge in the tank as <br /> your septic tank pumped out. Waiting can mean complete "seed." Incoming sewage contains all the bacteria needed <br /> clogging and an expensive repair bill.A septic tank filter for proper operation. Acids or bleaches should not be used <br /> cD -ao will gradually slow down effluent flow over 2 to 3 years to clean the tank. <br /> CD-0 � as a reminder that your tank should be serviced. Filters in The use of enzymes or other"miracle"septic system additives <br /> y � residential systems usually need cleaning only as often as has not been shown to be of significant value. It has been <br /> CD <br /> CL o you pump the tank. Call a professional septic tank pumper observed that some of these additives can actually harm <br /> Cr to inspect your system. <br /> `, your system. Regular pumping remains the best insurance <br /> cs -cD Clean your filter and pump your tank at a minimum of against system failure. <br /> CL every 3 years. • Keep accurate records of your system's inspections and <br /> CD 0 <br /> CD a • For a list of septic pumpers in your area, consult the yellow pumping in the space provided on page 14 of this manual. <br /> pages of your phone directory. <br /> To If your system's access manholes are at ground level or are <br /> o <br /> s clearly marked or mapped, the job of pumping the tank <br /> `D should be fast and easy. While your tank is being inspected, <br /> ask the operator to examine the inlet and outlet baffles <br /> W and/or septic tank filter. If anything is broken, have repairs <br /> ,, 2, done immediately. The inlet should also be checked to see <br /> 8 'C'O" if wastewater is continuously flowing into the tank from <br /> previously undetected plumbing leaks. <br /> 9 <br />