In the interest of the environment
Washing machines and dishwashers should be connected to the FOUL drainage system, the water will then be taken to a sewage works for treatment before being discharged safely into a river.
SHOWER |
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| SINK TOILET | |
BATH | BIDET | |
WASHING | DISHWASHER | |
MACHINE | ||
RAINWATER |
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| FOUL DRAIN | |
SURFACE WATER | FOUL SEWERS | |
DRAINS & SEWERS | ||
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| SEWAGE | |
UNTREATED | TREATMENT | |
DISCHARGE | WORKS | |
| TREATED | |
| DISCHARGE | |
RIVER | RIVER | |
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It is essential that these appliances are not connected to the surface water drainage system as this water is discharged directly into a river or stream and may cause pollution.
If you require any further advice please contact your local water authority.
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