A. Each owner of a grinder pump and its associated low-pressure sewer system and lateral shall implement an inspection and maintenance program for the pump that includes, at a minimum, the manufacturers’ recommended services and inspections for each separate component of the pump and system.
B. After the first month of operation of a grinder pump, and annually thereafter, or more frequently if the manufacturer of any component parts recommends more frequent servicing, the property owner shall have the grinder pump inspected and certified by a qualified individual to confirm that it is operating properly. The property owner shall obtain and maintain a report signed by the inspector certifying that the grinder pump is operating in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations. The property owner shall provide the Township with a copy of the certified report upon request by the Township.
C. The owner of each property served by a grinder pump shall close the associated low-pressure sewer system or lateral and cease operations during any period when the grinder pump and/or low-pressure sewer system or lateral serving the property is inoperable.
D. All existing improved properties containing a grinder pump prior to the enactment of this Article shall comply with the operations and maintenance requirements of this Article within six months of the date of enactment.