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Section 9 | Home Care & Maintenance unit is clear, press the reset button on the bottom of the disposal and plug it in. Your disposal should now operate normally. PLUMBING - SUMP PUMP If installed, the sump pit and pump are part of a drainage system designed to carry moisture away from the underside of the home. They are located in your basement, generally near a corner wall. If water accumulates in the pit, the pump automatically turns on and pumps the water out and away from the house. Always disconnect the sump pump electrical connection before doing any work or repairs. PLUMBING - TOILETS Since 1993 toilets in new homes are federally mandated, 1.6-gallon commodes. They use less water per flush, saving millions of gallons of water each year. However, due to their design, they do not have the same flushing capacity that you may be accustomed to. Maintenance Guidelines • Because of the limited flushing capacity you may need to flush more than once to remove solid waste. This is normal and not a warranty issue. • Do not use your toilet to dispose of diapers, sanitary products, or other bulky materials. In time, these will plug up your toilet and/or sewer line. • If your toilet blocks up, try using a plunger to discharge the waste. If not, call a professional plumber. Please note: A stopped-up toilet is not a warrantable item. PLUMBING - WASHER/DRYER HOOK-UPS When hooking up your clothes washer make certain the hoses are hooked up correctly (hot to hot, cold to cold) and are free of any leaks. You may need to purchase new washers for the hose connections. These can be found at hardware and grocery stores. Also make sure the discharge hose from the washer is firmly in place and will not fall out during operation. Improper fitting can cause serious water damage over time. When hooking up your clothes dryer make certain your exhaust hose is properly venting out of your home. Periodic checking of it is a good idea as it may separate from the unit or become kinked. This can lengthen drying times and cause the dryer not to work effectively. PLUMBING - WATER (DRINKING) A new home often has dirt or metal in the lines which will cause an improper taste and can impede water flow from your faucet spouts. We suggest you clean your system soon after moving in. Turn on each faucet in the house and let them run for 3-5 minutes. After shutting the valve off clean the aerators on your faucet spouts. Maintenance Guidelines • We are unable to warrant the quality of water coming into your home. If the taste does not appeal to you we recommend that you purchase bottled water or install a water filtration system for your home. They can be purchased and installed by a professional plumber or you can find them at your local hardware store and do the job yourself. • We are also unable to control the water pressure in your home because there are so many variables that affect it. However, the most common causes of low water pressure are clogged aerators at your sinks and clogged strainers in your shower heads. Try cleaning these out. PLUMBING - WATER HEATER Your gas or electric water heater is covered by a warranty from the manufacturer. Please read the operating instructions that the manufacturer provides. Maintenance Guidelines • Small amounts of scale deposits will collect and settle to the bottom of the water tank. Remove this residue by periodically partially draining the tank. To lengthen its life, drain any sediment from the water heater tank at regular intervals, as specified in the manufacturer’s instruction brochure. To drain, hook up a garden hose to the drain valve and remove water until the flow of sediment stops. Make sure the Edition July 2019 | 55