Topic: Sewage Ejector Basin
Answers to Common Questions
How far from a building should a sewage ejector pump and basin be...
There is no specific mandatory distance that should separate a sewage ejector pump from the building it serves. Sewage ejector pumps function best in areas where wastewater cannot follow gravity to its destination. References: Keidel.com: S... Read More »
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How do you repair a sewage ejector float?
Normally you just replace it as it is not cost effective to replace the switch or float assembly Read More »
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How big should my sewage ejector pit be?
The pit size is based on pump size. The pump size is based on the number of fixtures. I would suggest you call a company like Zoeller to let them size it. http://www.zoeller.com/DisplayPageConten… Read More »
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Answers to Other Common Questions
Answer Check to see if the tank is full... if it is check why the pump is not emptying it. If it is empty then there is probably a clogged or missing vent. Read More »
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The ejector has a float inside that determines when it is full enough to eject. The float rsise and trips a simple switch that powers the pump motor, flaot drops and the pump switches off. Read More »
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You probably have something stuck in the upjohn. You will need to open it up and clean out whatever is stuck in there. My condolences. (You could pay someone else also) Read More »
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If you have a sewage ejector there will usually be two 2" pipes coming out of the pit with the pump in it. If you have this setup then the next step will be to check to see if you have power going to the pump. Here, I'd recommend simply plu... Read More »
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Sorry Wes, Your lay out don't get it. Let me repeat my earlier post. You will need two vents. One dedicated vent that goes directly to the roof from the holding tank and another off the lavatory that you may revent back into a existing dry ... Read More »
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Sorry to hear about your problem. I have one of these systems too and pray that nothing ever goes wrong behind those walls. Unless your positive the smell is coming from behind those walls make certain you have the rubber/plastic pump cover... Read More »
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Hi guys: Iamjung...does your pump system have 1 or 2 cords (1 plugs into the back of the other)? If 2 cords, then may have a "PILL" type float mechanism that is pretty famous for failing over time. It could be getting caught up on something... Read More »
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