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AuthantlslgnlD:d53CO2A8•FAE1-43CC•931A-�7JBOSB07FB2 , • €,JNIVERSITY Septic System Management Plar1 '''� _� � for Above Grade Systems OF MINNESOTA �_�.�. Professional Management Tasks These are the operation and mainlenance activities that a psonper/marntainer performs to help enswe long-term perfor►nance of yow system. Prafessionals should refer to the O/M Manuat for detailed checklists for tan�Es,pumps,alarms and other coraponents. Ca11800-321-864Z far more details. • Written record provided to homeowner after each visit. Plumbing/Soarce of Wastewater • Review the Water Use Appliance Chart on Page 5 with homeowner. Discuss sny changes in water use and the impact those changes may have an the septic system. • Review water usage rates(if available)with homeowner. Septic Tanlc/Pnmp Tanks • Manhole lid. A riser is recommended if the lid is not accessible from the ground surface.Insulate the riser cover for frost protection. • Liquid level.Check to make sure the tanlc is not lea3cing.The liquid level shoufd be level with the bottom of the outlet pipe.(If the water level is below the bottom of the outlet pipe, the tank may not be watertight If the water level is higher than the bottom of the outlet pipe of ihe tank, tEie ef�luent screen may need cleaning,or there may be ponding in the drainfield_) • brspection prpes.Replace damaged caps. . Ba„B`les. Check to make sure they are in place and attached, and that inledoutlet baffles are clear of buildup or obstrucrions. • E.,Biuent screen. Check to make sure it is in place; clean per manufacturer recommendation. Recommend retrofitted installation if one is not present. • Alarm.Verify that the alarm works. • Scum and sludge. Measure scum and sludge in each compartment of each septic and pump tank, pump if needed. Pump . Pump and controls. Check to make sure the pump and controls are operating correcdy. • Pwnp vault Check to mske sure it is in place;clean per manufacturer recommendations. • Alarm, Verify that the alarm works. • Drainback. Check to make siue it is operating proparly. • Event co�orter or run time. Check to see if there is an event counter or run time log for the pump. If there is one, calculate the water usage rate and compare to ttte anricipated average daily flow listed on Page 2. Soil Treatment Area • Inspection pipes.Check to make sure they are properly capped.Replace caps that are damaged. � Surfacing of e,�luent. Check for surfaced eftluent or other signs of problems. • Lateral flushing.Check lateral distribution;if cleanouts exist,flush and clean as needed. • Ponding, Check for ponding. Excessive ponding in at-grade and mound beds indicates problems, All other compoaents—inapect as listed here: _ __ --_.. Owner to call the City every �2 months for�rst 3 years of use for wetness or system wili be non-compfiant -�-