Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Guidelines On Marine Toilet Odor Control

By Greg Haus


Keeping your lavatory clean is paramount in avoiding bad smells and accumulation of bacteria on the facility. Keeping the system clean is fairly easy however it will require regular cleaning. There are many causes and solutions of bad smells from a lavatory as explained in this article. Some of the toilet odor removal systems and methods are also explained below.

Often this type of lavatories does not stink but if they do then the source of that stench is often the discharge hose. To confirm whether it is the actual source, find a clean cloth and dampen it a little. You then rub the cloth over the discharge hose and smell it. If the cloth has a bad stench, then replacing the hose with a new more efficient one is the only option as the old one has become permeable.

Another source of the bad smell is a leaking connection. Checking the connections for any leak that results in bad smells is done in the same way through using a clean damp cloth. Often the connection that is mainly affected by leaks is the area around the piston rod seal. The seal can either be tightened or replaced completely to solve the problem.

Trapped marine life and grass may also cause the bad smell. The organisms are often trapped in the passage through which the flush water passes or under the rim bowl. Whether alive or dead, they will cause a bad smell. Installing a strainer in the intake line will help filter these organisms and other particles from the water thus removing the bad smell.

The bad smells can also be as a result of the ant siphon valve. Ensuring that it is properly installed will help make certain that the bad stench is avoided. Furthermore, you also need them installed as far from your house as possible. In cases that the actual cause of the stench is not identified, it is recommended that you contact an expert to carry out an overhaul of the system so as to identify and solve the problem.

Flushing the head with salt water should also be avoided as the salt water leads to accumulation of scale deposits on the hoses and discharge channels which with time allow the water to leak back into the bowl from the discharge line when they accumulate on the valves and also block the whole system. Monthly use of white vinegar can help control the problem.

Another option to help clear the calcium deposits is through using acids. The acids can be used over and over again until the scales are completely cleared as it does not affect any of the plastic rubber and porcelain parts. However, metal is affected by frequent use. Oil is also needed to help lubricate the leather parts and keep the internal rubber supple.

It may not be easy to ensure that your lavatory does not produce bad smells but by following the above guidelines, you can have a fresh and clean lavatory. Regularly cleaning and conducting the above processes will help ensure that this is achieved. For problems that you cannot solve on your own, it is advisable that you get an expert to solve it for you.




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