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One Town Hall Plaza | Clifton Park, NY 12065 | (518) 371-6651 |
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Grinder Pump List
Grinder Pumps
If the Alarm Lights . . .
If there is a grinder pump failure, the tank which contains the pump
will become too full. An alarm light located in your home will
automatically turn on.
You should:
1. Discontinue water use to prevent overflows
2. Wait fifteen minutes before taking further action. A high level
of water usage will sometimes cause the alarm to come on. This
situation is self correcting. If the pump is operating correctly,
the wet well will automatically be pumped down and the alarm light
will turn off.
3. If the alarm light is still on after fifteen minutes, call our
24-hour emergency dispatchers at 518-877-6095 or 518-664-7396. The
dispatcher will confirm your address and verify if it is a CK owned
grinder pump and contact the appropriate contractor to repair your
pump.
4. Never attempt to open the tank cover or the electrical panel box.
CAUTION: Electrical shock or damage to the system may occur.
Protect Your Pump
The grinder pump can handle any wastewater that is normally
discharged to the sewer from the kitchen, bathroom or laundry. Some
chemicals and materials may cause operating problems or safety
hazards. It is advisable to check labels on chemicals prior to their
disposal. Never connect a sump pump to the grinder pump.
CAUTION: Never put any of the following materials into sinks,
toilets or drains:
· Glass, metal, wood, seafood shells
· Diapers, socks, rags or cloth of any kind
· Plastic objects (toys, eating utensils, etc.)
· Any strong chemical, toxic, caustic, or poisonous substance
· Degreasing solvents
· Any explosive or flammable material
· Gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, paint thinner, antifreeze
· Lubricating oil or grease
· Cooking fat (lard, oil, grease)
· Hair clippings
These materials may clog your home system or create unsafe
conditions in your lines and tank.
Nuts and Bolts: Technical Details
A sewage holding tank has been installed underground in your home
and a sewage grinder pump is housed in the tank. The tank cover is
round and is the only part that shows above the floor. All of the
wastewater from your home flows into the buried tank. When the tank
fills to a present level, the grinder pump automatically turns on,
grinds the waste, and forces it out of the tank and into the sewage
system. The grinder pump normally will run for one or two minutes
and will automatically turn off when the tank has been emptied. The
pump is programmed to operate in cycles, rather than continuously.
Cycles are determined by the amount of water used, usually after 20
gallons has entered the tank. During a usual day, the grinder pump
will turn on and off to empty the tank 20 to 30 times.
In Case of Power Failure
If there is a power failure which affects your home, your grinder
pump will also experience a loss of power and not be able to
operate. The grinder pump tank has a certain amount of holding
capacity, but interior water use should be severely limited until
power has been restored.
While on Vacation
If you are going to be away from home for more than seven days, the
following steps should be taken to minimize any stagnating odors.
First, run water from an inside tap long enough for the grinder pump
to begin working. After the pump turns on, turn the water off. The
grinder pump will run until the tank is empty and will shut off.
This process will cleanse the pump and leave it filled with a
minimum of clean water. Always leave the electrical power on.
By following these guidelines, you can ensure that your low pressure
system will provide many years of safe, reliable service.
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