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When you have an alarm, you can usually silence it by pushing a button on
front of the panel. Some panels may have a button on the side, or a lever
other switch. However you do it, turn off that noise.
T
he light will generally continue to flash. This means that the problem that
caused the alarm (a high water level for example) is still present. Once the
problem subsides (i.e. water level goes down and float drops) the light will stop
flashing. If the problem happens again, the whole cycle of buzzing and flashing
will happen over again, requiring you to silence it and try to figure out what's
causin
g the problem.
Air blower (ATU) and disinfection unit alarms function to alert you that a unit is
not working properly. When one of these ala
in
staller or manufacturer's representative immediately to correct the problem.
M
any alarm boxes are called 'control panels' and have functional controls inside
such as switches, timers, meters, etc. DO NOT ALTER SETTINGS INSIDE
YOUR PANEL. Only a professional who understands your
system design and permit should alter these settings.
Tampering with these settings may temporarily
s
hut your alarm up, but won't make the problem
go away, in fact it may make it worse. Systems
are set up a certain way for a reason. If you
are having problems with your system or think
the settings are incorrect, call a professional
to look at it and make any necessary
changes.
F
or additional troubleshooting information see
Troubleshooting Common Problems on
What is a Failure?
T
o the homeowner, a 'failing' system is one that isn't properly disposing of
sewage –
either it's backing up in the house, or it's breaking out in the yard.
E
ither one of these problems is serious and requires immediate attention (see
Troubleshooting Common Problems on page 28). If you have surfacing sewage
on the ground, chances are high that it is a serious problem.
T
o the County, a 'failing' system is one that is not properly TREATING and
DISPOSING of sewage. Backups in the house and surfacing in the yard are
obvious failings. But, systems that are not being operated according to their
approved design are also considered 'failing' because they are not living up to
their permitted intent.
rms sounds, you should call the
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