Sewage Pumps Cleaning, Sanitizing and Deodorizing Guidelines

Sewage Pump Notice

• Products that have pumped sewage and are being returned for warranty repair or replacement must be cleaned, sanitized and deodorized as necessary prior to shipment, to insure that employees will not be exposed to health hazards in handling said material.
• All applicable Laws and Regulations shall apply.
• Un-cleaned pumps will be refused for obvious reasons.

Minimum Requirements

• Use gloves, mask, eye protection and protective clothing
• Pressure-clean the complete pump and cord
• Unclog the pump as necessary
• Pressure-clean the inside of the casing and impeller area.
• Apply a chlorine and water solution to all areas
• Let the unit dry
• Deodorize with a non-flammable commercial deodorizer as required
• Double-bag in heavy duty trash bags
• Pack as appropriate for shipment

Note:

• To make a 5% chlorine solution, add 3/4 cup Clorox bleach to one (1) gallon of water.
• You can verify the chlorine concentration by using test paper available at food supply warehouses or chemical supply companies.
• ONLY USE BLEACH THAT HAS “SANITIZES” OR “KILLS GERMS” ON THE LABEL.