SEPTIC SAVER  - by Proline Wastewater Equipment

Installation Instructions - Summary 

Septic Saver is designed to be inserted in an existing or new conventional septic tank. When placed in a septic system that is showing signs of blockage, the Septic Saver will provide oxygenated effluent to the leach field, thus allowing aerobic bacteria growth. This will allow the field to open up within just a few weeks provided the leach field problem is caused by bio-mat and not tree root blockage.

We have an Installation Video that you will have access to when you purchase your Septic Saver system.  It's about a 30 minute video and covers every step in detail of how to install your Septic Saver system.  Below is a list of the general steps to take to do the install.

If the septic tank is divided into multiple compartments, (most do have 2 compartments) place SEPTIC SAVER in the tank closest to the leach field.

1. Pump all effluent from all compartments of the septic tank. (If needed)

2. CAUTION--- REFILL THE TANK WITH CLEAN WATER AT THIS TIME.

3. Center the type of riser selected for use over the hole in the last compartment of the septic tank. Make a watertight connection between the riser and the septic tank lid. The riser selected should be extended above the existing ground level. Also the riser should be at least 3’’ wider than the hole in the septic tank, this will allow for a ledge to set the support arms on.

4. Calculate the distance from the top of the tank lid to the center of the operating fluid level. After doing so, cut the length of the stand pipe to allow the base of the pump to be in the center of the operating fluid level, when resting on the top of the tank. CAUTION--- IT IS IMPORTANT FOR THE INTAKE ON THE PUMP TO BE AT THIS CENTER LEVEL IN THE TANK.

5. Measure the width inside the riser. Cut the support arms to this length so they fit snug inside the riser and rest firmly on the ledge on the septic tank lid.

6. Glue the support arms into the standpipe. The support arm should be in line with the tee and elbow at the bottom of the standpipe.

7. Screw the pump onto the air intake assembly and align the pump as shown in the finished picture.

8. Glue the air intake pipe into the ¾” elbow on the side of the air intake device.

9. Drill a hole in the riser lid and install the air intake/check valve fitting through this hole. Glue the air intake pipe into the bottom of this fitting. CAUTION--- DO NOT CUT THE AIR INTAKE PIPE TO SHORT. It is recommended this pipe should extend at least 12” above the top of the riser, to allow for easy access to the unit.

10. Mount the electric panel on the building, within sight of the riser. It can also be mounted on a pole beside the riser.

11. Consult the local electric codes for wiring to and from this electric panel. It will need 10amp/110vac service.

12. Before activating the circulation pump, be sure it is submerged in water. If not the pump will fail. This type of failure is not covered under the specified warranty.

CAUTION--- ALWAYS TURN OFF POWER TO UNIT WHEN SERVICING

1. Pump is not running- check power supply, if power is on to the unit and the motor does not run, replace motor.

2. Pump is running but there is no movement of water, turn off the power to the unit and remove the Septic Saver assembly from the tank, clean the inlet on the bottom. If there is still no movement, the pump is damaged, replace the pump.
Pump is running but there is no air intake- check the air intake/check valve for blockage, clean and reassemble. If the unit still does not intake air turn off the power and remove the Septic Saver from the tank. Remove the air intake pipe from the air intake device and clean internally.