Do’s:

• Do get to know your aeration system, know how it works, where it is, and be able to recognize problems.
• Do maintain a contract with a service provider after the NSF two-year period.
• Do contact your service provider when there is a problem with your system.
• Do keep records of about your system and the maintenance.
• Do keep your system accessible but protected. 
• Do divert storm water away from the system.  Excess water reduces the soils ability to treat the wastewater.    
• Do avoid heavy traffic over any part of the system.  Pressure can damage pipes.

Don’ts:

• Don’t make any changes or repairs without the required permits from your health department.
• Don’t use your garbage disposal unless you know your system will be able to accommodate it.
• Don’t perform maintenance on your own system.
• Don’t dump harmful chemicals down drains or the toilet.  These chemicals can kill the bacteria that live in your system.

Things not to flush:

• Disposable diapers
• Feminine hygiene products
• Condoms
• Hair
• Bandages
• Fats or Oils
• Paper towels
• Coffee grounds
• Dental floss
• Paints
• Pesticides
• Varnishes
• Photographic solutions
• Kitty litter
• Cigarette butts