Directions
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
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SEPTIC SYSTEMS – reduces sludge, odors and wet spots and improves drainage and absorption
Septic Systems usually consist of a septic tank and a leach field, dry well, seepage pit, aerobic digester or other method for effluent to be treated further and/or absorbed. FLUSH-IT® is beneficial for all systems including Cesspools. Do not cut pack open. Drop the complete pack into the toilet.
Directions for Septic Systems
Normal Maintenance -Drop one pack of FLUSH-IT® into the toilet and flush. Repeat treatment monthly.
Problem Systems—odors, sluggish flushing and wet leach fields may be treated with one pack a week for 2 or 3 weeks. Resume monthly maintenance treatments once problem disappears.
Severe Problems—toilet backing up, foul—smelling gases from toilet, or black, foul-smelling puddles on leach field means it’s probably too late. FLUSH-IT® has been successful with severe problems, but a lot depends on the cause of the problem. If the problem is in the leach field try to add pre-mixed FLUSH-IT® (see Directions for Drains below) directly into the distribution box. If this is not possible, use one pack every other day for a week, then weekly until problem improves.
DRAINS – improves flow and drainage and reduces odors
It takes weeks, months or years to develop some drain problems. Do not expect bacteria to solve your problems overnight. Bacteria need some time to digest organic matter. A repeat treatment might be needed. Allow the bacteria to work as long as possible before using the drain. Allowing a treated drain to remain unused overnight is a suggested minimum.
Large chunks of organic matter will take some time to break down. Plaster, plastic and other inorganic matter will not be digested. Laundry drains can also be blocked by synthetic fibers and detergents. The bacteria will digest the soap or detergent, but not synthetic fibers.
No readily available product containing only bacteria will digest hair – no matter what anyone tells you. Our bacteria will digest soap residue and other organic matter which might cause hair to clog the plumbing. In this case the clog may be released.
Preventive maintenance is much easier than problem solving. Monthly or bi-weekly treatments can help prevent problems and keep your plumbing running smoothly.
Every time you do laundry with bleach or ammonia, take a shower with deodorant soap, wash dishes or wash your hands with antiseptic soap, you kill the bacteria in your plumbing system. Avoid using FLUSH-IT® within a few hours before or after any of the above operations.
Directions for Drains
The pre-mix method is accomplished by dissolving one pack in 2 quarts of warm water (below 100 degrees). Mix and allow to stand for about 15 minutes. Then pour the mixture (while mixing) into each drain. You can treat up to 8 drains by dividing the mixture evenly. Allow to remain in drain at least overnight.
Another method is to allow a little hot water to enter the drain to heat the plumbing up a bit. Cut open a packet and pour about ¼ of the contents into the drain and follow with about 8 ounces of warm (not hot) water. Allow to stand at least overnight. A clogged or problem drain might need two or three treatments.
GREASE TRAPS – improves flow and reduces odors and cleaning
Normal Maintenance—drop one to four packs (depending on size and load) into drain closest to the trap. Follow with one gallon of very warm (below 120°F) water. Treat during least used times. Repeat weekly, twice weekly or daily, depending on size and load.
Problem traps—pre-dissolve two to six packs, depending on the severity of the problem, in one to two gallons of very warm water. Allow to soak for 15 to 20 minutes while punching holes or channels in grease deposits. Shake mixture and add to holes or channels and allow it to remain as long as possible. Resume normal maintenance.
GREYWATER SYSTEMS, DRY WELLS, SEEPAGE PITS – improves drainage and absorption Treat like Septic Systems, but add FLUSH-IT® to drains or other inlets to systems. Follow with about one gallon of warm water. For problem dry wells, add one pack directly into the dry well on a weekly basis for 2 or 3 weeks or more until problem is resolved.
OUTHOUSES, RV TOILETS, PIT TOILETS, COMPOST TOILETS – reduces odors and solids
Normal Maintenance—drop in one pack monthly, weekly or daily depending on load or frequency of use. Do not use any other treatments or chemicals.
MANURE PITS, LAGOONS – reduces odors and sludge
Broadcast powder or pre-dissolved mixture over surface. Agitate. Repeat weekly or daily depending on amounts and load. Start treatment with one pack for each 500 gallons and adjust as needed.
COMPOST – speeds up the process and reduces odors
Compost can be made in as little as two weeks depending on the materials present, particle size, available moisture and internal and external temperatures. Pre-dissolve one to four packs in one to four gallons of warm water, depending on compost pile size. Sprinkle mixture between layers of material.
RECREATIONAL and FISH PONDS – reduces muck and improves water clarity and quality
Broadcast 24 to 48 packs of FLUSH-IT® for each acre of pond, along the shoreline. Water temperature must be above 50°F for the bacteria to function properly. Repeat treatment mid-season if necessary, using about half the original quantity. Some of the bacteria should survive the winter and carry over to the next season, but a spring treatment might be beneficial.