How do you unblock a macerator pipe?

A blockage in the macerator

Then, check if there is a blockage in the pump's macerator. If so, clear it. It could be that toilet paper or floss is stuck under the blade. To do this, use a pair of thin-nosed pliers and turn the blade counter-clockwise, removing the waste as you turn.

How do you clear a clogged macerator pipe?

Place a bucket underneath the pipe running from the top of the Saniflo macerator. Loosen the pipes with a wrench, allowing the residual water to drain into the bucket. Remove the pipes after they have drained completely. Clear any blockage from the inside of the pipe using warm water or a plumbing snake.

Can you put drain Unblocker down a macerator?

Water rises upto near rim of bowl. Can I throw some liquid unblocker down or will that ruinthe macerator? Noooo, don't put chemicals down it. You will need to disconnect it and manually remove the blockage or even better call a plumber!

How do you clear a Saniflo blockage?

If you see an obstruction, it can be removed by turning the blades counter-clockwise and using a small tool (such as pliers). If it's a blockage in the pump, you will need to remove the motor from the Saniflo and turn it upside down, so the pump impellers are visible.

Can I put drain Unblocker in a Saniflo?

Chemicals should NOT be used on saniflow systems as it can damage the seals inside (nor plunge them), if all else is draining fine then as above check the waste in the shower.

How to unblock / repair a Saniflo macerator

How do you clean Saniflo pipes?

You can also use white vinegar or preferably, Saniflo descaler to do this: disconnect your fixture from the power supply, then pour 2 litres of product in the bowl of your toilet. Leave it to work for a few hours and then reconnect to the power supply and flush.

How do I know if my Saniflo is blocked?

Saniflo Macerator is Blocked

If your sink, toilet, bath or shower shows a higher than normal water level, this might be a sign that your macerator is blocked. Typical blockages include baby wipes, sanitary products, grease and food waste.

Can you plunge a pump toilet?

A macerator grinds solid waste into small enough particles that it can travel through your other waste pipes. Because of this, if you get a clog or blockage in your Saniflo, you cannot simply plunge the toilet to unblock it or you may damage the macerator. Instead, take apart the system and manually clean it.

What can you not put down a macerator toilet?

How do you use a macerator descaler?

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. Do not flush the toilet during this time.

Can you poop in a macerator toilet?

The simple answer is that yes you can poop in a Saniflo toilet. As with normal toilet systems you can put any organic waste into the toilet bowl and use the flush mechanism to remove it—which includes toilet paper—although like a standard toilet too much toilet paper can lead to blockages occurring.

Are macerating toilets any good?

Macerating toilets are safe to use with septic systems. Note: Macerating toilets are not recommended as a primary toilet. Though this may be unavoidable in some circumstances, understand that because of the various mechanical parts working together in the unit, failure can come more quickly than with a standard toilet.

Can a plumber fix a Saniflo?

Since the Saniflo macerator is quite different from the regular drains, it would take only a plumber who is very familiar and has experience with Saniflo products to be able to install or repair a Saniflo. Where the Saniflo is not correctly installed, there would always be leakages, which in turn causes blockages.

Can you use vinegar in a macerator toilet?

White Vinegar, as in regular household, kitchen variety. Vinegar will do the job without harming rubber seals. It will easily descale most lime build ups. You should likely mix with plain water in a 25x75 mix, depending on how much you intend to use.

How often should I descale my Saniflo?

It is recommended that Saniflo Descaler is used for up to 3-4 times per year depending on water hardness in your area. Most of our work is in London and the water is seriously hard in some places. So we ourselves recommend you descale a Saniflo 3 times per year.

How long do Macerators 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.

Where does the waste go from a macerator toilet?

The macerating unit softens and churns up waste that passes through the pump. This makes it easier to dispose of. When you flush your toilet (with a macerator pump attached to it), waste passes through the pump instead of moving directly to the outflow pipes.

Why is my macerator not working?

The first thing you can try is removing any blockage from the macerator or water tank. If that doesn't work, then the block is probably within the waste pipe. You will need a certified Saniflo engineer to remove and clean out your pipes. Ensure they install the pipes at a 45-degree angle.

Can you poop in a Saniflo?

The simple answer is that yes you can poop in a Saniflo toilet. As with normal toilet systems you can put any organic waste into the toilet bowl and use the flush mechanism to remove it—which includes toilet paper—although like a standard toilet too much toilet paper can lead to blockages occurring.

How long should a Saniflo last?

Saniflo products lasts about 10 to 15 years, if not longer. They have been tested for about 50,000 cycles, flushed 10 x a day = 3,650 flushes a year. As this was a standard test, it was stopped at 50,000 cycles, therefore they will last much longer.

Does a macerating toilet need to be vented?

Unless you're using a SaniCOMPACT, which doesn't require venting, you'll need to vent the macerator pump into your home's vent system.

How far can a macerator toilet pump?

The unit pumps the effluent upward to 15 feet and/or 150 feet horizontally (with gravity fall). Once the water level in the container goes down, the micro switch deactivates the unit until the flush is activated again.

Do you need building regs for a macerator toilet?

The macerated (cut up) waste still needs to drain away to the sewer, it just uses a smaller diameter pipe and a pump. You need to apply for building regulations approval.