Septic "Topas": negative reviews. Septic "Tapas" for summer cottages: installation and cleaning

At present, it is quite easy to clean sewage. If 15 years ago there was no such opportunity, today it exists. Extremely popular solution is the development of the domestic company Topol-eko - septic tank "Topas". Negative feedback, of course there are, but there are a lot less than positive ones. Let's take a closer look at this issue and determine all the important nuances, and there are a lot of them, believe me.

On the principle of septic action

First, you need to understand how the described system works. A septic tank is a system containing microorganisms (anaerobic bacteria) that are directly involved in purification. It turns out that under the action of these bacteria organic compounds break down, and also their degreasing and processing takes place.

In the first stage, the effluents enter the installation chamber, where the main stage of purification is carried out. Here large contaminants are removed, and then through the airlift the water goes to the main compartment of such a construction as the septic tank "Topas". Negative reviews mostly refer to this stage of purification. The aerotank contains all the active bacteria that destroy all the contaminations that came here after the initial cleaning. Some consumers say that at this stage, cleaning is not always good. Most likely, this is a single marriage, and it is necessary to seek help from the company.

After the above-described purification steps, sludge is formed. It is removed in the 3 sector called "pyramid", it is a settler. The principle of operation is that the contamination settles on the bottom, and the clean water passes on. With some periodicity it is necessary to remove the silt from the bottom. If you use a septic tank at the dacha, then it is quite suitable as a fertilizer. And now let's go further and consider another very important point.

Septic tanks for cottages: consumer reviews and advice from professionals

Before making a purchase, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the opinions of ordinary people. Most say that the septic tank should be large enough. For example, if your family has 3 people, then it is better to buy with a small margin, for example, for 4 tenants. In any case, a small stock will not be superfluous. Many professionals note that the main advantage of the septic tank "Topas" is its energy independence, but this does not apply to all models. If to speak easier, the device does not need to be connected to the network. You can install the unit at the dacha and generally forget about its existence. It is necessary only to periodically clean it from silt. Another undeniable advantage of septic tanks is that they are high-performance units operating at more than 90% efficiency.

Quite a lot of attention in the "Topol-eco" paid to the compactness of the product. Many consumers say this. In principle, the most popular septic tanks for cottages, reviews about which we have reviewed, are distinguished by good ergonomics. Many would say that the dimensions in this case do not matter, since the system is located under the ground, but this is somewhat wrong. At small dimensions it is possible to carry out the installation independently, although in most cases it is advisable to use the services of the company from which the purchase was made. In general, we can say that about 70% of responses are positive, respectively, 30% - about the septic tank "Topas" negative reviews. The latter are often attributed to poor quality of assembly and marriage.

Technical characteristics of septic tanks "Topas"

At once I would like to say that it is very convenient to choose septic tanks from this manufacturer. This is due to the fact that a special marking is introduced. For example, "Topas-8" serves a family of 8 people, and "Topas-5" - out of 5. The main technical characteristics include cleaning efficiency. In our case, regardless of the model, the efficiency is about 99%. Hardly it will be possible to achieve better results. What is more different about this equipment is the fact that the principle of septic tank "Topas" allows you to slightly reduce the size of the structure. This was achieved thanks to the successful location of the compartments. For a good example you can imagine an average two-compartment refrigerator, about the same size is "Topas-5". In principle, you can install such a device yourself.

Most modern septic tanks consume quite a lot of electricity. But this applies to those models that connect to the network. So, modern technologies and the automated principle of the septic have allowed to reduce the consumption of electricity by about 15-25%. In addition, manufacturers were able to almost completely get rid of noise. But most of all pleases ordinary consumers that there are no special requirements for operation, the same is true for the care of equipment. Since the ruler is very monotonous and implies only a change in volume, there are no problems with choice. Moreover, all models have a durable plastic housing, which is resistant to mechanical damage.

Preparation of a place and installation of a septic tank "Topas"

Before you start the installation of the system, you need to properly prepare the space. This is done as follows. First, you need to move at least 5 meters from the base of the house. Secondly, the size of the excavation should be determined by the septic model, sometimes a small margin is needed. At the final stage, the formwork is completed. It can be made from plywood, although it is better from boards, which is due to increased strength. After all this, you can go directly to the installation work.

First we need a little sand. We need this building material to create a sand cushion. Its height should be not less than 15 centimeters, hence, the septic tank will "look" 15 cm from under the ground. This is necessary for normal and comfortable maintenance of equipment. Moreover, if the aeration system is at a level with the ground or lower, it can be flooded during the melting of snow, which will lead to breakage. If you carry out the installation work yourself, then use the ropes. They pass through the stiffeners in the body, and installing the septic tank "Topas" in this case will not be a problem. Remember that it is necessary to choose the models of the treatment plant based on the groundwater table. If they are shallow, it is advisable to select a septic tank with forced evacuation, and if deep, then with a free tap of purified water. But this work does not end there, because the main difficulties lie ahead. Let's talk about this.

Sewer installation and sealing

To properly organize the outflow, you need to follow a few simple rules. One of them is to use HDPE pipes, and not any others. As for the diameter, it can be different: from 50 to 130 millimeters. The cutting into the septic tank is about 70 cm below the ground. There are so-called "long" models, where the cut-in is performed at a level of 120 cm below the ground. Another important detail is the choice of slope, which directly depends on the diameter of the selected pipe. So, if it's 50 millimeters, then the slope should be at least 3 cm per meter, if 100, then at least 2 cm. In principle, the smaller the diameter, the greater the slope.

Next you need to seal the septic tank "Topas". Negative feedback often refers to the fact that this operation was performed incorrectly. It is difficult to call this the fault of the manufacturer, rather, the negligence of the masters who carried out the installation. That is why it is advisable to save a little and do everything yourself and on conscience. Before you start sealing, professionals recommend aligning the unit with the help of a building level. After that, drill 2 holes in the septic tank under the sewer pipes, then insert the branch pipe and solder to the polypropylene cord. The latter must be included. In any case, read the installation instructions several times and do it the way it says.

Network connection and pressure normalization

Since most of the high-performance septic tanks work from electricity, which is due to the need for forced diversion of treated water to the ground, it is necessary to properly connect. Here everything is quite simple. First, you need to find a VPS cable with a cross section of 3 x 1.5 mm. Secondly, you need a corrugated pipe. All that is required of you is to lay the corrugation near the sewer pipe. To connect the cable, the usual terminals are used, and to connect to the switchboard a separate automatic machine 6-16A is needed. In principle, to connect the septic tank "Tapas" with your own hands is not a big problem, and even a beginner will cope with this task.

The final stage is the normalization of soil pressure on the body of the unit. In simple words, the installation must be properly covered with earth. What is important is to observe uniformity. It is necessary to fill the station with water and at the same time fill it with soil. Most professionals recommend doing the following. Fill the septic tank with water by 25-30%, and then bury it to the appropriate depth so that the level of the carrier approximates the ground level. This must be done until the septic tank is completely underground. As a result, you will be able to compensate for pressure on the housing and avoid mechanical damage.

Features of operation in winter

There is a fairly common myth that it is impossible to use a septic tank for seasonal living (cottage, country house). These statements are completely groundless. Now you will understand why. The fact is that most of the autonomous sewer systems are designed to work in extreme conditions. That is, at low temperatures of soil and air. For example, the ski centers and polar stations also have sewerage, and you will agree, it is autonomous in any case. So do not worry, the septic tank "Topas" in winter can be used without any problems, do not worry about this. Nevertheless, a number of important rules must be observed. One of them is conservation, which we will talk about a little later.

Preservation is necessary when you are not going to use the device all winter. Of course, in some cases, this procedure is mandatory, but if you visit the house at least once a month, you can leave the septic worker. In this case, it is desirable to turn on the equipment every 2 weeks, although it is better not to switch it off at all. In principle, it is unlikely that you will be ruined because of 150 rubles a month for electricity.

On conservation for the winter

Approximately 70% of consumers prefer to turn off their septic tank for the winter period. You can do this as follows. The first thing we do is to disconnect the unit from the network, and then take out the air compressor and carry out the dismantling work of the discharge water pump (with forced withdrawal). Please note that the proper conservation of the septic tank "Topas" for the winter does not imply the pumping of water. Its level should fluctuate at 80%. Most do the opposite, pump out the entire carrier, which greatly increases the ground pressure on the hull and can lead to sad consequences. You can not be afraid that the water will freeze, it's just impossible, because the temperature in the chamber is positive and does not depend on the air temperature. If there is any doubt, you can put a couple of sheets of foam between the stone and the top cover of the septic tank. The latter is known to be a good insulation.

If you do everything as written above, then you will not have problems. Remember that the conservation of the septic tank "Topas" for the winter is mandatory in the event that you will rarely use sewerage. It is due to the fact that in the absence of organic substances, a large part of the bacteria die in about a month, as a result of which the degree of purification drops sharply, and you will not get the promised 99%. But since microorganisms are self-forming in the event of sewage, it is necessary to include an autonomous system at least once every two weeks. In principle, you can use purchased bacteria or pour a little kefir into the chamber, which will accelerate their reproduction.

A few important points

As you can see, the maintenance of the septic tank "Tapas" is very simple. It takes quite a bit of time from you. Once a year, automatic cleaning of the septic tank "Topas" is carried out using a pump that collects the sludge accumulated at the bottom. In any case, always use the instruction. For example, conservation should be carried out in strict sequence, and any failure will lead to the fact that next year will not need maintenance of the septic tank "Topas", and its comprehensive repair, which is not quite cheap. Many forget that most manufacturers strongly recommend performing conservation after lowering the temperature below 0 degrees Celsius. This is due to the banal freezing of the ground and the fall of the groundwater table. Now you know how to properly preserve the septic tank "Tapas". The manufacturer gives a pretty good instruction, which is always attached. But this does not mean that you should do everything yourself, because you can always seek help from specialists.

Conclusion

Here we are and talked about how to clean the septic tank "Topas", its conservation and operation in the cold season. In fact, there is nothing complicated, but to comply with all the requirements of the manufacturer is mandatory. It's safe to say that exploitation of the septic tank will not be a problem unless you do it right. And for this it is not necessary to constantly call the masters, it is enough to re-read the product passport several times.

In this article, the issue of the cost of such equipment as a septic tank "Topas" was not mentioned. The price is different and depends on the performance of the unit. So "Topas-5", designed to serve 3-5 people, will cost about 60-70 thousand rubles. But the model for a family of 8 people will cost at least 80 thousand. The largest septic tanks, such as "Topas-20", used for industrial needs, have a cost of not less than 190 000 rubles. But it is unlikely that you need such an autonomous sewage system for a dacha. Here, in principle, and all on this topic. Do not forget about the timely maintenance of equipment, as well as properly performed conservation, and you will be happy. Of course, this manufacturer also meets defective products, which is why the company receives negative feedback. If you stumble on this, then you need to change the warranty, with this, as a rule, no problems arise.