CHLORINE DISINFECTION

Wastewater that is sprayed onto the surface must first be disinfected to remove disease causing microorganisms. As the property owner/ homeowner, it is your responsibility to maintain chlorine residual of at least 0.1 mg/l at all times of operation. Failure to maintain a chlorine residual in your system can be a public health hazard and can result in legal action against the property owner as allowed by law.

The most common forms of disinfecting units for aerobic spray are Tablet Chlorination or Liquid Chlorination. If you are unsure of what type of chlorination your system has, ask your installer or service provider.

Liquid Chlorine

LIQUID CHLORINATION

  • Chlorine bleach can be purchased in several chlorine concentrations but, it is vital that you use a product that is labeled (registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) for disinfecting wastewater. Use only non-scented type Chlorine bleach
  • Make sure your chlorinator contains chlorine at all times of operation.
  • If you are unsure about your chlorinator, ask your installer or service provider to demonstrate how to check and refill your chlorinator

Chlorination process