Grease Trap Cleaning Tips And Video
Grease Traps. We thought it might be helpful to not only show you how to purchase them, but also how to maintain them after you've purchased them. In order to do that, we thought it would be easiest to make a short video giving some tips as to how to clean them. One thing to keep in mind as you watch this, government regulations differ depending on your location. Please make sure to check all city and state regulations as things will change (time in between required cleanings, amount, information recorded, etc.).
Don't want to re-watch the video each time you have to clean out the ol' trap? I'm personally offended, but that's ok... here is a brief synopsis of the cleaning tips as made during the video. Remember, do NOT use extremely hot water or chemicals. This is also why you should never attach your grease trap directly to a dishwasher (at least, the automatic kind; on the other hand, Larry might not like being attached to a grease trap either). The hot water can break down the FOG which would allow it to be carried through the trap and into the sewer system. Chemicals can harm the natural bacteria which help to break down the grease more quickly.
- Gather appropriate clothing & tools.
- Old clothes or apron.
- Rubber Gloves.
- Face Mask (for smell).
- Goggles.
- 3/4" Wrench.
- Putty Knife.
- Trash Bag.
- Kitty Litter or Shop Absorbent.
- Scoop and/or Shop Vac.
- 5 Gallon Bucket.
- Grease Trap Maintenance Record Sheet (included as a link, just download and print!).
- Use 3/4" wrench to unscrew bolt holding lid on grease trap (note: non-prima supply models may require a different size wrench); Remove lid.
- Remove baffle, hold over grease trap and clean with putty knife.
- Using scoop, skim fats, oils, and grease (FOG) off top of water and dump into trash bag (with absorbent material).
- Scoop out or vacuum out water in grease trap and put in a bucket.
- Take Putty Knife and scrape the grease trap sides to clean off all remaining residue. Then scoop all remaining solids and nastiness out of the bottom of the grease trap and deposit in the garbage bag. Add more absorbent if there is too much liquid in the bag.
- Check all parts, ensuring that they are in working order. Take special notice of gasket liner on top of trap to ensure a good seal can be made.
- Dump water from bucket back into grease trap. Dispose of waste in trash bag in the way specified by your local regulations.
- Replace lid, screw on tightly.
- Make notes and appropriate comments on Grease Trap Maintenance Record sheet.
- Go take a long, long shower and pat yourself on the back.
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It wobbles, no matter what I do.
Ordered this table last week for home use and it arrived promptly via UPS. Setup was a breeze after watching the tutorial video and I discovered a trick to setting up the bottom shelf on your own; with the table upside down, place a box on the underside of the tabletop and then slide the bottom shelf onto the legs so it lies flat against the box. This will level the bottom shelf and hold it in place so you can tighten the fasteners on each leg.
The table itself is moderately sturdy and the 16 gauge steel thick enough to take some abuse. The table is a bit wobbly since there is no back brace and the legs are not welded but this can be remedied by placing the table in a corner. I arranged my table in the middle of my kitchen with the side flush against the wall and the corner resting snugly where my window frame meets it.
Very fast shipment and the table came well packaged, but unfortunately UPS mishandled it a bit so there are minor dents on the sides. However, this does not detract from the rating since it is not Prima's fault. I would suggest, however, that freight shipment be an option for all products if this is possible. I would be willing to pay more if I knew it would protect my investment.
Sturdy, easy to install. 36" length only allows for attachment to one stud. Get yourself (3) 3/16 x 2" toggle bolts. Fast shipping, great price, will shop here again.