Autonomous sewage system Topol: overview of the system and features of its operation

Increasingly, people are striving to equip their country houses and cottages with the greatest possible comfort and convenience. One of the key roles in this case is played by the arrangement of an autonomous sewage system. And if previously ordinary cesspools were used for this purpose, now they are increasingly being replaced by specialized treatment facilities - septic tanks. Their main function (and advantage) is that they process wastewater into purified water and sludge. Subsequently, the purified liquid can be used for technical needs (eg: watering plants or washing a car), or simply drained into the ground. The degree of its purification complies with sanitary standards and is absolutely safe for the soil. One of the noteworthy septic tanks is the device of a domestic manufacturer - the Topol septic tank.

Advantages and disadvantages of the Poplar septic tank

Advantages:

• the installation is made from polypropylene of the highest quality, this guarantees durability and environmental friendliness, and polypropylene also copes well with any destructive environmental factors;
• the septic tank is carefully checked for leaks at the factory;
• high quality of these products;
• high quality and durability of the compressor;
• the Topol septic tank does not require periodic pumping with special machines;
• no unpleasant odor;
• two operating modes: forced and independent mode.

Flaws:

• energy dependence, in the event of a power outage there is a risk of overflowing the receiving compartment;
• a greater number of operating restrictions (you cannot throw: inorganic waste, cleaning products, products that contain chlorine or other substances that kill bacteria).

Maintenance and repair

Maintenance procedures for a Topol septic tank (standard, Long or Long PR) may include both scheduled work (insulation, preventive inspection) and repairs (work involving the replacement of consumables or entire septic tank components). Preventive maintenance, including inspection of the structure of the Topol septic tank, replacement of certain elements if necessary, and cleaning of accumulated suspended matter from wastewater, is done once a year. During preventive maintenance, it is necessary to check all components for serviceability, including electrics, compressors and other elements of the Topol septic tank.

Other scheduled maintenance work after installation includes work on insulating the Topol septic tank. In this case, the compressors and pump are removed, and bottles of sand are placed inside. The septic tank cover is equipped with heat-insulating materials. A photo of the structure is shown below.

If a breakdown is detected, repairs are required, which is better not to do yourself. In many cases, trying to carry out repairs with your own hands leads to even greater damage to the Topol septic tank, and in the case of a manufacturing defect, the device cannot be returned under warranty. If a breakdown is detected before using the device, you should check the instructions to see if the installation was carried out correctly, and then contact the manufacturer.

The principle of operation of a septic tank

In general, a septic tank works like other treatment plants that contain aeration tanks. Below is a diagram of how the installation works:

1. Sewage flows from the house through a pipe and enters the receiving sector.
2. There, with the help of an aerator, the liquid is saturated with oxygen, and large contaminants break down into smaller ones.
3. Transfer by airlift pumping into an aeration tank.
4. Processing by aerobic bacteria for organic septic tanks.
5. The treated wastewater is transported to the sludge settling tank.
6. Deposition of a large amount of silt at the bottom of the sector.
7. Part of the sludge goes into the receiving chamber so that the microorganisms are suitable for the next cleaning cycles.
8. The last sector acts as a secondary settling tank, where small inclusions and suspension settle to the bottom.
9. The purified liquid leaves the installation.

Specifications

The cleaning algorithm in the Poplar septic tank is carried out through aeration in combination with multi-stage wastewater treatment in sections (a photo of the diagram is on the page). Depending on the model, the technical features and installation method of this septic tank may differ.

Topol's energy consumption varies from 1.2 to 3.3 kW per day, the volume of wastewater processed is 1 cubic meter. Air saturation ensures that wastewater gets rid of bacteria, and the design of the sewerage device is made in such a way that the removal of suspended matter can be done in different ways. A photo of the work diagram is posted below.

Installation and installation of a septic tank Topol

The first step is to choose a place for the septic tank; it is better to do this in the garden or behind the house. Then you need to dig a pit for the septic tank and pipes. You should add another 25 centimeters to the perimeter of the pit for a sand cushion. The cover must be laid 20 centimeters higher than the ground level. This is necessary for greater convenience when servicing the installation and as additional protection against rising water during heavy rainfall. At the bottom of the pit, first lay a layer of sand, then gravel, and then a septic tank. Then you should connect the sewer pipe that leaves the house to the septic tank.
The septic tank is filled with water and covered with a layer of sand around the perimeter. But still, if you are not sure that you can handle it on your own, then it is much better to invite experienced specialists who will properly install a septic tank in a private home.

Installation instructions with video

It is advisable to trust the installation process to professionals if you are not sure that you will be able to carry out the installation yourself without errors. However, the installation of a Topol septic tank can be done on your own. Installation algorithm:

• Determining the location of the septic tank. It is desirable that the sewer pipe be closer to the building, but there must be at least 5 meters from the house to the septic tank during installation.
• Determination during installation of the wastewater outlet location.
• Construction of the pit (photo can be seen on the page). For a Poplar septic tank, before installation it is necessary to fill the bottom with a sand mixture and level it.
• Installation of sewer pipes leading from the Poplar septic tank to the house. The connection points are sealed during installation.
• After installing the Poplar septic tank, it is covered with sand and soil. To balance the pressure indicators, the septic tank must be filled with liquid to 75% of the total capacity.
• Inspection work of the Topol septic tank. It is better if the final installation process is carried out by experienced specialists: they will be able to identify problems and improve the operation of the device.

After this, the septic tank is completely ready for use. To understand how to use it, you can refer to the photo, description and installation tips contained in the instructions included in the kit.

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Operating rules for the Topol septic tank

To use Poplar for a longer period of time, you should follow a few simple rules:

1. It is prohibited to throw solid, inorganic waste into the septic tank, since the bacteria that participate in the processing process are not able to process polyethylene, wool, substances that contain chlorine, and compounds that contain manganese. A list of all prohibited substances and items is contained in the operating instructions. These substances can harm the colony of beneficial bacteria or create a clog.
2. It is also necessary to remember the permissible value of the number of people who use the sewer system. Exceeding the permissible threshold may lead to overflow of tanks and the possibility of filling other working sectors of the station.
3. When there is a power outage, you should reduce the use of Poplar as much as possible so as not to overcrowd the sectors.

By following these simple rules, you will reduce the costs of maintaining the Topol treatment station, which are associated with repairs and elimination of problems that arise due to improper operation of the station.

Advantages of treatment plants

Therefore, all types of septic tanks are structurally thought out, have high quality workmanship and excellent performance characteristics in any conditions.

Manufacturer of the septic tank - . Treatment plants are manufactured using the most modern and high-tech equipment, from raw materials tested in all respects.

1. All products are thoroughly tested. Confidence in the quality of the purchased autonomous treatment plant is confirmed by the performance characteristics and warranty period of 50 years.
2. The Topol station of all modifications is equipped with Japanese-made compressors, which increases the efficiency of septic tanks.
3. The use of polymer materials in the manufacture of the housing and other parts minimizes the possibility of corrosion and destruction of the station housing under the influence of atmospheric factors.
4. The station is designed in such a way that pumping out solid deposits that appear during operation is not required - these fractions can be easily removed on your own, without resorting to the services of vacuum cleaners. This decision puts the Topol station structurally higher than the Tank or Triton septic tanks.
5. During operation, the installation does not emit unpleasant odors and does not produce any extraneous noise.
6. Stations of different power and performance are produced, so choosing the best option for your dacha or home is not a problem.

One of the disadvantages is the need to connect electricity to power the compressor and pump, but most suburban and summer cottages do not have problems with electricity.

Basic modifications of the Topol septic tank

At the moment there are 3 main modernizations of the Topol septic tank:

1. Poplar 5.
2. Poplar 8.
3. Poplar 10.

There are no main differences, there is only a division into productivity and performance characteristics.

Septic tank Topol 5

In this list, this is the most low-power, but popular model. It looks like a rectangular tank made of plastic with systems for connecting the sewer pipe and removing purified water. This model will be ideal for a country house or a summer cottage.
Now there are 2 options Topol 5 - Topol 5 PR, as well as Topol 5 Long PR.

Pr - a solution to the problem of high groundwater levels, the system is equipped with a drainage pump, this is necessary for the forced extraction of purified water.

Long Pr - solution to 3 problems: high groundwater levels and discharge of wastewater into the drainage system. The height of this model is 50 centimeters higher, this was made specifically for areas where soil freezing above one meter is possible.

Technical data of the Topol 5 septic tank:

• designed for up to 5 people;
• daily volume of processed wastewater is 1 m³/day. ;
• salvo discharge of water - 250 l;
• the maximum possible amount of waste per day is 1.1 m³/day;
• energy consumption - 1.2 kW/day.
• installation size – 1030×1000×2485 mm.

Septic tank Topol 8

Septic tank Topol 8 is a modification created to consume more sewage water.
This design is slightly better than Topol 5 in terms of wastewater processing volume and technical characteristics. In terms of external features, the design is almost no different from Topol 5, the difference lies in the difference in tank volume - Topol 8 has a larger tank and more powerful compressors that process a larger amount of sewage water. There is also a modification:

Poplar 8 Long - this installation is used when sewer pipes are buried at a depth

Topol 8 PR - additionally comes with a drainage pump for forced extraction of purified water.

Poplar 8 Long P.R. - connection of a deep model with a drainage pump.

Technical data of the Topol 8 septic tank:

• designed for up to 8 people;
• The daily volume of processed water is 1 m³/day. ;
• salvo discharge of water - 470 l;
• the maximum possible amount of waste per day is 1.9 m³/day;
• energy consumption - 1.9 kW/day;
• 2 compressors for enriching water with oxygen;
• installation size – 1330×1030×2485 mm.

Septic tank Topol 10

Septic tank Topol 10 is one of the most powerful household cleaners.
Maximum consumption of 3.3 m³ of sewage water. This option is best for using two private houses at the same time. This model also has 3 upgrades:

Topol 10 PR - the difference from Topol 10 is only in the method of water discharge .

Poplar 10 Long - purifies wastewater from a private house with sewer pipes located at a depth of 0.9-1.4 meters. Filtered water is removed by gravity.

Poplar 10 Long P.R. - combines two previous modifications, this is very convenient for areas with low sewer pipes. The station is equipped with a drainage pump.

Technical data of the Topol 10 septic tank:

• designed for a number of people - up to 10 people;
• daily volume of processed wastewater is 1 m³/day. ;
• salvo discharge of water - 790 l;
• the maximum possible flow of wastewater per day is 3.3 m³/day;
• energy consumption - 2.3 kW/day;
• equipment with two compressors for saturating water with oxygen;
• installation dimensions - 1928×1120×2485 mm.

Nuances of connection and operation

Subject to proper installation and timely prevention, Poplar sewerage will last up to 50 years.

A wastewater treatment plant involves running a pipe from the house, connecting it to the station, connecting the septic tank to electricity, and discharging the treated water to the final discharge point. These works are technically complex and, as a rule, are carried out by specialists. The pipeline is insulated, cut into the wall of the tank and soldered. The slope of the trench under it is 2-3 cm per 1 m of length, and the depth is calculated based on the characteristics of the soil. It is recommended to keep the length as short as possible to avoid frequent sewer blockages. An electrical wire protected by external insulation is connected to the compressors.

The Poplar installation itself is buried in the ground so that the cover protrudes above the ground surface by at least 20 cm and is not flooded by precipitation. For maintenance you need free access to it. The hole is dug with reserve, gravel and sand are placed at the bottom, after connecting the pipes, the space around the container is also covered with sand. Before the initial start-up, the tanks are filled with water.

A biological treatment station allows you not to use the services of sewer trucks, but still requires compliance with several rules for uninterrupted operation. Negative reviews from owners of the Topol septic tank are often caused by non-compliance with the instructions. Sewerage operation includes:

• external inspection a couple of times a month to make sure that the water drains at normal speed, has normal transparency and a neutral odor at the outlet, which indicates the absence of breakdowns and blockages;
• pumping using an air pump or manually removing half the volume of waste sludge from the settling tank, adding clean water to the previous level ─ once every 3-6 months, depending on the intensity of use;
• removing, washing and drying air filters from compressors, the frequency is also determined individually;
• mechanical cleaning of solid deposits from the walls of containers and removal of non-degradable debris that has entered the installation ─ as necessary;
• turning off electricity and mothballing the septic tank if you plan not to use it for more than 3 months.

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Average cost of a septic tank Poplar

Topol Series 3:

1. Poplar 3 - 69,000 rubles.
2. Topol 3 PR - 75,000 rubles.

Series Topol 5

1. Poplar 5 - 79,900 rubles.
2. Topol 5 PR - 86,900 rubles.
3. Poplar 5 Long - 102,500 rubles.
4. Poplar 5 Long P.R. - 109,800 rubles.

Series Topol 8

1. Poplar 8 - 99,850 rubles.
2. Topol 8 PR - 109,000 rubles.
3. Poplar 8 Long - 114,500 rubles.
4. Poplar 8 Long P.R. - 119,900 rubles.

Series Topol 10

1. Poplar 10 - 125,500 rubles.
2. Topol 10 PR - 135,500 rubles.
3. Poplar 10 Long - 144,500 rubles.
4. Poplar 10 Long P.R. - 153,500 rubles.

There are also larger models: Topol 20, Topol 30, Topol 40, Topol 50, Topol 75, Topol 100, Topol 150.

How much

The price for Poplar of any model is quite competitive, the septic tank is neither cheaper nor more expensive than similar devices from other manufacturers. It is quite understandable that prices for Topol treatment plants increase with the performance of the model and the volume of the main reservoir.

The table below shows the average cost of treatment plants of various capacities for 2013 for Moscow and surrounding regions.

Reviews

I bought a Topol septic tank, I was very worried about the operation of the installation during frosts, since in winter our temperature reaches -30, but I was worrying in vain, it works - no comments.

Kovalev Valery Moscow

My wife suggested buying a septic tank; a neighbor recommended it to her. It took a long time to choose, because we were already tired of the cesspool... we live in a century of development, and there is still a toilet on the street. So we chose the Topol3 septic tank, installed it in 1 day and you know, there are no problems with it, my wife is happy, and so am I.
Now we recommend it to everyone. Panchenkov Dmitry Moscow

Autonomous sewage system Topol ↑

Autonomous sewage system Poplar for a private house

The system consists of several compartments enclosed in a silver housing made of homogeneous propylene, an environmentally friendly plastic that is highly durable. Economical Japanese “Hiblow” compressors are used as “engines” for autonomous sewers Topol, the power of which depends on the capacity of the system (for example, for Topol 5 electricity consumption is about 1.5 kW/day). The station cover has aeration holes for air supply and a deflector for exhaust - aerobic bacteria need a constant flow of oxygen.

Sewage system Poplar

How the station works ↑

The principle of operation of the autonomous sewage system Poplar is based on the aerobic treatment method - organic compounds are separated from water, precipitated and oxidized under the influence of oxygen and microorganisms.

Cleaning happens like this:

1. Sewage flows from the sewer pipes into the receiving chamber. There is an aerator here, which saturates the water with oxygen bubbles and activates the process of breaking down large waste into small fractions.

1. The crushed waste passes through a mechanical filter and, using an airlift, is pumped into a compartment with an aeration tank, where the main bacteriological treatment of wastewater occurs.

1. Activated sludge, formed during the work of microorganisms, is pumped into a settling chamber and settles at the bottom.

1. The clarified wastewater from the aeration tank enters a cone-shaped compartment, where it passes through a grease trap filter and settles. Purified water is removed from the system by gravity or using a drainage pump and enters the ground, well or drainage trench.

1. The accumulated waste sludge residues are periodically removed from the settling tank and disposed of. For example, they can be used as an organic fertilizer for lawns or non-bearing trees.

Topol station operating diagram

Note! The autonomous sewage system Poplar also operates in reverse mode, which allows activated sludge, saturated with aerobic microorganisms, to be pumped through an airlift system from the settling tank to the receiving chamber, accelerating the decomposition of precipitated particles. This prevents the formation of blockages. The mode turns on when the minimum water level in the receiving chamber is reached, but when a new portion of wastewater arrives from the sewer, the station automatically returns to the cleaning process.

Advantages and disadvantages of the treatment system ↑

The Poplar septic tank has several varieties, so it is easy to choose the optimal design, focusing on the number of consumers, the volume of waste water, the geological features of the area and the size of the site.

Advantages of the biostation:

• The aerobic filtration system allows you to purify wastewater up to 98%, which is confirmed by sanitary certificates.
• Equipment can be serviced without involving vacuum cleaners.
• The station is protected from corrosion and is not afraid of frost.
• Purified water can be used for agricultural and technical needs (watering beds, washing cars, constructing a decorative pond or fountain).
• No unpleasant odors or noises.
• Possibility to turn off if necessary.
• Easy installation - the station can be installed in one or two days of work.
• Laconic design that will not spoil the appearance of the site.

Advantages of Topol station

Obvious disadvantages include the dependence of the equipment on the electrical network (without energy, the station will work like a mechanical septic tank). Judging by user reviews, the system can be clogged by insoluble waste that accidentally gets into the drain (for example, plastic bags, construction waste, hair), so It is recommended to install special nets on drains.

Note! Aerobic bacteria, with the help of which all biorefinery stations operate, do not tolerate chemicals with a high chlorine content. If the colony dies, the aeration filter will have to be replaced.

Installation of a treatment plant

The foundation pit for the station is dug following the manufacturer’s installation diagram. The bottom is covered with sand to a depth of 10-15 cm and compacted. It is important to install the septic tank strictly at a horizontal level. The sewer line is connected to the installation through a pipe. The container is filled with water to equalize the pressure and filled with sand, leaving only the top part with the lid on the surface.

Advice. The cleaning station, in accordance with sanitary standards, is installed 3-5 meters from the house.