Delta Environmental Ecopod Fixed Film ATU - Onsite Sewage ...

Onsite Sewage Treatment ProgramSeptic System Management PlanDelta Environmental ProductsEcopod Fixed Film Aerobic Treatment UnitThis Management Plan identifies some basic requirements for proper operation and maintenance of the ECOPODwastewater treatment device for residential use. Refer to the manufacturer’s Operation and Maintenance Manual forECOPOD wastewater treatment products for detailed instructions on proper system operation and maintenance. Refer toyour soil treatment system management plan (below or above-grade) for additional management requirements.The ECOPOD Manual, submitted by the manufacturer (Delta Environmental Products) as part of the registration of thisproduct in Minnesota, can be found at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s websitehttp://www.pca.state.mn.us/programs/ists/productregistration.html.SYSTEMCOMPONENTTASK FREQUENCY RESPONSIBLEPARTYECOPODWastewaterTreatment DeviceMonitor alarm On-going HomeownerKeep vents on blower housingclear of obstructionOn-goingHomeownerCheck and clean air filter on theair pumpEvery three monthsHomeowner orService ProviderMonitor flow Every six months Service ProviderCheck mechanical and electricalcomponentsEvery six monthsService ProviderPerform operational field tests oninfluent/effluent quality includingodor, color, turbidity,temperature, dissolved oxygenand pH as appropriateSample effluent as required in thelocal Operating PermitEvery six monthsSee Operating Permit*Service ProviderService ProviderCheck sludge level in all sewagetanks; follow manufacturersrecommendations for solidsremovalFor seasonal use, followmanufacturers guidelinesEvery six monthsAs required based onseasonal usageService Provider& MaintainerService Provider©2010 Regents of the University of Minnesota. All rights reserved. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.This publication/material is available in alternative formats upon request. Direct requests to OSTP at 800‐322‐8642 or septic@umn.edu. Last Update: 10/26/2010

* Systems designed to meet treatment level A or B with UV disinfection must collect effluent sample for fecal coliformannually at a minimum.At the time of each service visit, Form 7-2: Aerobic Treatment Unit should be completed. Seehttp://www.onsiteconsortium.org/omspchecklists.htmlItems not permitted in the ECOPOD wastewater systems are specified in the ECOPOD Manual for Minnesota.Sampling requirements may be specified in local operating permits. The protocol for collection of wastewater samples isspecified in the ECOPOD Manual for Minnesota.©2010 Regents of the University of Minnesota. All rights reserved. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.This publication/material is available in alternative formats upon request. Direct requests to OSTP at 800‐322‐8642 or septic@umn.edu. Last Update: 10/26/2010