Southern Aerobic Systems SM500 - F Owner's Manual

On-site wastewater sewage facility

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MODEL SM500 - F,C

MODEL SM500 5X5 - F

MODEL SM500 5X8 - F

MODEL SM600 - F

MODEL SM750 - F

MODEL SM1000 - F

MODEL SM1500 - F

OWNER'S MANUAL

SOUTHERN MFG. CO., PO BOX 790, GROVES, TX. 77619

PHONE 409 962-4501

NSF

CLASS I

ANSI/NSF 40

FAX 409 962-4544

500 G.P.D.

600 G.P.D.

750 G.P.D.

1000 G.P.D.

1500 G.P.D.

Rev. Date 03/19/2008

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Page 1 ® CLASS I ANSI/NSF 40 MODEL SM500 - F,C 500 G.P.D. MODEL SM500 5X5 - F 500 G.P.D. MODEL SM500 5X8 - F 500 G.P.D. MODEL SM600 - F 600 G.P.D. MODEL SM750 - F 750 G.P.D. MODEL SM1000 - F 1000 G.P.D.
Page 2 INTRODUCTION To Your New On-Site Wastewater Sewage Facility The purpose of your aerobic treatment plant is to provide your family and the environment with an effective, reliable and efficient treatment of the domestic wastewater from your home or business. Aerobic bacteria live in nature (streams, rivers, lakes etc.) consuming feces from aquatic life, people and other decaying organic matter, keeping the worlds water clean.
Page 3: Process Description
The Southern Aerobic Systems Model SM500 was tested to the ANSI/NSF Standard 40 - 2000 testing protocol and designated a class I residential wastewater treatment system. The test result average reductions of 98.6 30-Day (%) CBOD and 98.5 30-Day (%) TSS reduction, with an average effluent pH of 7.87, easily exceeding the EPA Secondary...
Page 4: Start-Up Procedures
START UP PROCEDURES Initial Start up Please read all instructions in this owner’s manual prior to use of your Southern Aerobic System. Please call your dealer for specific information concerning your complete on-site wastewater system. Should you have any questions please call, fax or write Southern Manufacturing Company? Before using any plumbing (toilet, dishwasher, faucets etc…) you should locate the electrical breaker in the main breaker box that provides power to the Southern Aerobic System control...
Page 5 RE-START UP PROCEDURES Causes of Anaerobic Conditions When the Southern Aerobic System is shut down for an extended period of three weeks or more the aerobic system will turn anaerobic (become septic). Typical causes of anaerobic conditions are homeowners moving, foreclosures, beach cabins left until next summer etc… Other causes are airline leaks from settling of the soil around the tanks that can shift and cause breakage of PVC fittings and pipes that are external and internal of the plant.
Page 6 RE-START UP PROCEDURES (Continued) If the air compressor has set idle for several months the motor may hum for a moment when power is first turned on and then trip the breaker, if this happens (Make certain that electrical power to the system is turned off) place a medium size screwdriver through the ventilation grill and gently attempt to rotate the motor before electrical power is turned on.
Page 7: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Southern Aerobic Systems design provides an efficient reliable service. Yet as with all on- site wastewater treatment systems, it will require routine periodic preventive maintenance. Your wastewater system will function correctly for many years with proper use and care by...
Page 8: Routine Service
ROUTINE SERVICE In the event the control panel alarm light and/or buzzer are activated, call your local dealer. The name, address, and phone number should be attached to front cover of the control panel. If dealer information is not readable or missing, call Southern Mfg. Co. for the your nearest service dealer.
Page 9: Flow Diagram
FLOW DIAGRAM INFLUENT EFFLUENT...
Page 10: Parts List And Diagram
PARTS LIST & DIAGRAM MODEL NO.’S SM500 SM600 SM750 SM1000 SM1500 PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. DIAGRAM NUMBER DESCRIPTION SM-501 SM-601 SM-701 SM-1001 SM-1501 FIBERGLASS AERATION TANK SM-502 SM-602 SM-702 SM-1002 SM-1502 P.E. or F.G. CLARIFIER CONE SM-503 SM-603 SM-703...
Page 11 DIMENSIONAL DRAWING Model Number SM500-F SM600-F SM750-F SM1000-F SM1500-F Treatment Capacity 500gpd 600gpd 750gpd 1000gpd 1500gpd INLET A 4' 9" 5' 3" 6' 5" 6' 10" OUTLET B 4' 7" 5' 1" 6' 3" 6' 8 9' 10" TOP O.D. C 6' 11"...
Page 12: Quick & Easy
QUICK & EASY DIMENSIONAL DRAWING Model’s SM500 5X5 - F & SM500 5X8 - F DIMENSIONAL DATA 5x5 - F 5x8 - F TRASH TANK INLET A 5' 4" 5' 4" PLANT INLET B 4' 9" 4' 9" PLANT OUTLET C 4' 7"...
Page 13 DIMENSIONAL DRAWING OF CONCRETE MODEL Model Number SM500 - C SM600 - C SM750 - C SM1000 - C SM1500 - C Treatment Capacity 500gpd 600gpd 750gpd 1000gpd 1500gpd INLET A 4' 9" 5' 3" 6' 5" 6' 10" OUTLET B 4' 7"...
Page 14: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY Southern Manufacturing Company warrants the parts in each on-site wastewater system to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of installation treating domestic wastewater. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply.
Page 15 Southern Aerobic Systems TWO YEAR INITIAL SERVICE POLICY Date: Our firm, Will inspect and service your Southern Aerobic System for the first two years from date of initial operation. For a new single family dwelling, this date is the date of sale by the builder. For an existing single family dwelling, this date is the date the notice of approval is issued by the permitting authority.
Page 16 FOR SERVICE CALL AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER Company Name Phone Address...

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