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Delta Treatment Systems • 9125 Comar Drive, Walker, LA 70785 • 1-800-219-9183 • www.deltatreatment.com24 DO’s Collect any cooking grease or leftover oils in a container and dispose of them in your trash can. Compost food scraps or dispose of them into the trash can. Food byproducts can accelerate the need for pumping of your tank and increase overall maintenance cost. Keep lint out of your wastewater treatment system by cleaning the lint filters on your washing machine and dryer before every load. Installing a supplemental lint filter on your washing machine would be a good precautionary measure. Try to use substitutes for common hazardous waste that can be found in many cleaners. Replace the following with products that are less harmful to the environment. • Ammonia-Based Cleaners for Baking Soda/ Vinegar: For surfaces, sprinkle baking soda on a damp sponge. For windows, use a solution of 2 tbs (30 mL) white vinegar to 1qt (1 L) water and pour the mixture into a spray bottle. • Carpet/Upholstery Cleaners for Cornstarch/ Baking Soda: Sprinkle dry cornstarch or baking soda on the surface and then vacuum. • Disinfectants for Borax: Use ¼ cup (50 g) of Borax in a half-gallon (2 L) of water and store in a spray bottle. This solution will also work as a deodorizer. • Drain Decloggers: Use a plunger or snake to remove and clean the drain trap. • Scouring Cleaners & Powders for Baking Soda/ BonAmi® cleanser: Sprinkle baking soda on a damp sponge or add 4 tbs (50g) baking soda to 1 qt (1 L) warm water. Or use BonAmi® cleanser; it’s less expensive and is less likely to scratch the surface. • Furniture/Floor Polishes for Oil Soap/Lemon Juice: Use oil soap and warm water, and dry with a soft cloth. To polish, use 1 part lemon juice and 2 parts oil (any kind) or use natural products with lemon oil or beeswax in mineral oil. • Laundry Detergents: Choose a liquid detergent without chlorine or phosphates. Avoid using powdered detergents. • Metal Cleaners for Toothpaste/Lemon: To polish silver gently rub with toothpaste and soft wet cloth. To clean and polish brass and copper, scrub with half of a lemon dipped in salt. To clean stainless steel, use a scouring pad and soapy water. •Oven Cleaners for Baking Soda/BonAmi® cleanser: Sprinkle the surface with baking soda or Bon Ami® then scrub with an unused toilet brush. Practice water conservation with these tips. Using excessive amounts of water can cause hydraulic overload of the system. On average, 50 gallons (200 liters) per person per day is typical. Below are some water conservation tips to consider to ensure you’re not overloading the system. • Take shorter showers or baths with a partially filled tub. Be cautious about excessive use of large soaking tubs. • Don’t let water run unnecessarily while brushing teeth or washing hands, food, dishes, etc. • Don’t use the dishwasher or washing machine unless you have a full load. And, when possible avoid doing several loads in one day. • Install water-saving devices on faucets and showerheads. • When you need to replace an old toilet, replace it with a low-flush model. Wastewater Treatment System Inside the Home