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A GUIDE FOR USERS OF PACKAGED WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANTS - BRITISH WATER WWTP FG GU-V 1.1-2020 8

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WASTE DISPOSAL UNITS
LAUNDRY WASHING
You are advised against using waste
Opt for bio-degradable/low disposal units because the macerated
phosphate products. For normal vegetable waste and other degradable
“coloured” washes use a washing organic material can add a considerable
product without added bleach. extra load to the treatment system.
For white washes add a separate Opt instead for garden composting
bleach formulated to minimise its vegetable peelings (it is cheaper and
environmental impact. more environmentally friendly). Dispose
Use of water softeners of cooked food waste and non-vegetable
can reduce waste via your local council’s food waste
the amount collection service where available.
of detergent
required.

Only wash when you have a full
load and/or make use of eco options
on your machine. Normal wash
temperatures, with the occasional
very hot or “boil” wash, are fine but
repeated boil washes will raise the
plant temperature and adversely
affect the bacterial process.

In some larger specialist applications
such as nursing homes or stables SUMMARY
you should obtain expert advice
from your installer and/or Use bio-degradable or low
maintenance provider on the do’s phosphate products.
and don’ts to follow to maintain
the proper Use only as much product as you
functioning really need.
of your
sewage Spread washing/cleaning chores
treatment across the week.
system.
Keep food waste out of your plant.