Top 20 Saniflo & Saniplus& Macerator Pump Questions & Answers

A washing machine discharges water water at a very high velocity and high capacity. This is far more waste water than the pump was designed to handle. The washer discharge must be connected to what's called an "indirect waste", that is, it must discharge into a laundry tub or sump, so that the excess can be stored until it can be taken by the pump. The specific code that governs this is in chapter 27 of the International Residential Code. Also in the manufacturers instructions, they allow the discharge from a washing machine ,through an indirect waste. [sic] "The Sanivite is a drain pump that is ideally suitable for use in a basement apartment or anywhere in the house where additional fixtures are most wanted. It will pump waste water away from a variety of sources such as: a kitchen sink, laundry sink, washing machine ***(indirect connection)***, dishwasher, bar sink, etc." This pump will never be able to handle the discharge directly and you need to provide a receptor to accommodate a washing machine. Is there any possibility of adding a laundry tub adjacent the washer and Sanivite pump?

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To the best of my knowledge many traditional designs of taps are still available and while the internal threads might or might not be Imperial, the connection thread invariably is. I have in the past changed the interior parts of taps that are badly worn and even cannibalising old taps of similar size and design I found some would fit and others wouldn't. Each manufacturer would choose the thread pitch and form that suited them best from the great many Imperial threads available so while the internals of the taps of a single manufacturer would interchange, the interchangeability with other brands would be accidental. There is usually a salvage yard in most districts as well as scrapyards and recyclers - lots of exploring to do.

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Not enough water (Sani`s don`t suck it in) Recycled dense paper Old Sani needs a service One or all of the above should cure it.

Motor bearings are damaged, they now have a "tight spot" which you might be able to feel if you rotate the shaft by hand OR motor windings are damaged and overheating causing the motor to stop.

There is no reset button on that model. Suggest putting a plug on the cable and trying another source of power first. Or could be a problem with the cutting disc being jammed or the condenser has blown. If more that 5yrs old then replace the whole pump.

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If the water in the pan is slow to drain then possibly a restriction in the pan outlet or the membrane is slow to react to the water pressure, lastly if it is old and noisy the motor windings are damaged so in this case could be time for a new pump.

Are you in the UK? Approx` age of pump? Model of Saniflo or if unknown what appliances does it serve?

Can you remove the lid (top) and adjust the ball cock? It may be stuck.

There are two wires, doesn`t matter which way round you connect tham

sound like the motor seized or windings degraded. REPLACE MAY CAUSE HEAT DAMAGE.

Contact the manufacturer for local suppliers.

Sounds like your float inside the unit is hung up on debris or is defective. DW

It will be split or damage can easy be seen

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Make sure the vent on top of the unit is not obstructed. Did someone flush something that isn't supposed to be flushed? Baby wipes or feminine napkins are an absolute no-no. If the macerator blades have been tangled from something like these items, it will have to be taken apart to be cleaned. DW

Sounds like a drain restriction. I would snake or pull the draind apart trying to find the problem good luck

It sounds like the flipper valve in the tank is not closing completely and may need to be adjusted or replaced. To adjust the flapper, all you have to do is make sure that the attached chain is not obstructing the valve and is long enough to allow the flapper to close completely, not allowing water to pass through, once it is completely down. If water continues to flow past it in the down position, you will have to replace it. I recommend buying a toilet repair kit. These can be purchased at any hardware store and are easy to install, if you are somewhat handy. If not, I suggest that you call a plumber.