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Pump Down Inlet Side — Prepare Pumping Equipment

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Septic Tank Pumping · Step 2 of 9

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With the vacuum pump active, a large diameter vacuum hose is inserted into the inlet chamber of the septic tank. The pump then begins to draw out the liquid and semi-solid waste. Even if the scum layer at the top of the tank is not excessively thick, starting the pumping process is crucial for effective cleaning.

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