Can you repair a macerator?
With the obvious dangers of water and electric it is recommended that only a trained technician is given the job of repairing the macerator. If the motor has become damaged or is faulty then a specialist engineer will need to install a new macerator as the motor will be unrepairable.
How do I unblock a Saniplus macerator?
If the macerator is blocked, clear it. It could be that a foreign object is tangled around the blade causing friction. To remove the object, use a pair of thin-nosed pliers and turn the blade counter-clockwise, removing the object as you turn.
How do you descale a macerator?
Disconnect the macerator from the electric supply. Pour 1-2.5 litres of Toilet Cleaner & Macerator Descaler into the toilet bowl. Turn the macerator pump on for a few seconds to allow the descaler to enter the macerator. Turn the macerator off again and allow to work for 2 hours.
Can you put toilet paper in a macerator?
Protect your Saniflo macerator by only allowing waste and toilet paper through the system. Anything else will inevitably cause a blockage, which can lead to easily avoidable repairs.
How do you clean a macerator?
Turn off the pump on the Macerator itself. Pour approximately 1.5-2 litres of the bottle down the toilet and flush. Allow it to stand for 2-3 hours or preferably overnight to allow a complete descale of the tank. After this period, turn the Macerator back on and the system will be cleaned from within.
How long does a macerator last?
How Long Does a Macerator Pump Last? The common rule regarding macerator pumps, is the machine, which will usually last up to 15 years, if handling a small amount of waste. With standard usage in a main bathroom in a domestic home, you can assume a macerator to last at least for about 10 years.
How often should macerator be cleaned?
once every three months
Cleaning a macerator should be carried out regularly – once a month in hard water areas and once every three months in soft water areas.