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Owners Septic System Management Plan Date: 10/2/2019 Property Address: 2080 Salem Ct. Septic Systems can be an expensive investment, good maintenance will ensure they last a lifetime. The purpose of a septic system is to properly "decompose" the pollutants before the water is recycled back into the groundwater. If you're not taking this seriously, ask yourself where your well water comes from. Your septic design lists all the components of your system and their location. Keep the design, this management plan and the UofM "Septic System Owners Guide" in a safe place for future reference. For a copy of the Owners guide call the University of MN at 1-800-876-8636. Some of the following tasks you can do yourself, some require a professional, but is it YOUR responsibility to see that it gets done. Homeowner Tasks • Do your best to conserve water. Don't overload your septic with multiple large water uses at the same time or on the same day. • Fix household leaks promptly (leaky toilet, dripping faucets). • Limit bleach and anti -bacterial products. Use Biodegradable dishwasher detergent. • Consider a lint filter on your clothes washer. • Regularly check for wet or spongy soil around your drainfield. • Have a septic professional check your tanks every 3 years to determine if they need pumping. • If you have a septic tank filter (effluent filter) clean it on a regular basis (or have a professional do it). • If a septic alarm goes off, call your septic professional to diagnose the problem. • Notify the County/City/Township when this management plan is not being met. • Be aware of and protect your secondary drainfield site. Professional Tasks • Disclose the location of the secondary drainfield (if applicable). • Respond to alarms and diagnose problems as needed. • Review water use with the owner, check for a "soggy" drainfield. • Pump the septic tanks as needed and ensure they are in proper working order. • Verify the pump, dose amount, HI Level Alarm & drainback are all working properly. "As the owner, I understand it is my responsibility to properly operate and maintain this septic system". Property Owner Signature: Date