Yes. All factory original Jet aerators are sized to retrofit into any Jet system, regardless of when it was installed. Make sure to use only Jet factory original components to ensure the optimum treatment performance from your system.

Prior to contacting a pumper company, check with your local Jet distributor to see if they can refer you to a certified Jet Pumper. A certified Jet Pumper has been trained in the proper procedures to clean and pump your Jet system without damaging any of the components, potentially saving replacement costs if the internal media packs are damaged. If the local distributor cannot refer a certified pumper company make sure to schedule a routine service and cleaning at least one week before you pump out your tank to avoid damaging the internal media.

Some states allow for homeowners to service their own onsite treatment systems. If you are interested in servicing your own system you will need to obtain the proper training and equipment necessary to conduct routine maintenance on your Jet plant. We suggest that you contact your local Jet dealer to find out if servicing your own system is possible in your area.

The suggested service schedule for a Jet system is one routine maintenance call every six months. Some states may require more frequent service calls to ensure the highest quality of performance from aerobic systems in the state. Servicing at a lower frequency than every six months is not acceptable and damage to your plant and components may occur if routine service is not being conducted. All Jet distributors should offer a service program or service contract, so contact them for more information about your service options today.

For average guest visitation it should not be necessary to prepare your system for the changes in daily flow. In Jet’s laboratory testing the Jet system handled an additional 100% load for an entire week without any adverse effects on the system or its performance. However, if you are concerned about a large party, such as a wedding reception, being held at your residence you can arrange for a tank cleaning and pumping just prior to the event to ensure optimal treatment capabilities of your Jet system.

Although the only requirement before pumping is that you schedule a service visit shortly before the pumping we do recommend using a certified Jet pumper company to pump out your Jet tank. The reason you should not use any pump company is that your Jet system has the unique BAT® Media that can be severely damaged during a pump out if it is not properly cleaned before pumping. A certified pump company will have the necessary tools to clean your media avoiding costly repairs and ensuring the optimum treatment performance from your Jet system.

If your aerator is running louder than usual call your Jet service technician to schedule a routine maintenance visit. This could be a sign of early wear on the aerator brackets, causing excessive vibration that will reduce the life of your aerator. A service technician can fix or replace these brackets and clean debris that may have unbalanced the aerator reducing the noise and ensuring a longer life cycle from your aerator. If your system is new and you find the noise level is unpleasant Jet supplies an Aerator Silencer option that can be purchased from your local Jet distributor.

Yes. Our studies have found that the energy used from cycling a motor through hourly start up amperage spikes will use only slightly less energy than motors that operates continuously. After we weigh in the wear and tear on the bearings and switches caused by the constant starting and stopping, plus the damage from condensation on the motor from the perpetual heating and cooling process, it is actually more economical to let the aerator run continuously.

If you are leaving for a week or two on vacation we suggest that you leave your aerator running while you are away. Although there is no waste to treat, our studies have shown that during an idle period your tank will digest any available solids in effect cleaning your tank while you are away.

Jet recommends that your tank is air cleaned every year, and air cleaned and pumped every three years. However, just like a septic tank the frequency of pump outs depends on the amount you use your Jet system. For example, a family of five will need more frequent pump outs when compared to a tank servicing a single couple. Make sure you contact your Jet service provider before scheduling a pump out; your tank should be serviced before pumping to avoid damaging the BAT® media.