SANIFLOW

[JELLYDANCER]

HELP MEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!

the house I moved into has a saniflow thing in the ensuite. It has been fine for 5 years but has recently started making loud noises.
Its like the motor is sticking or something and makes a loud gushing/sucking sound then continues to a rumbling loud noise a bit like a jet taking off!
It will eventually stop of its own accord but then will suddenly go off again of its own accord which can be very disturbing in the middle of the night and leads guests and neighbours to wonder what the hell Im doing
If I hit it hard on the top it stops (technical jargon) but it is getting louder and more rumbly (another technical term)
I don't really want to start taking it apart as Im a bit of a wimp (ewwww) so do I just keep on belting it one or do I need a surgeon
thank you everyone!

 

[Hugh Jaleak]

I really wouldnt advise taking it apart unless 1. You know what you're doing and 2. You have a strong stomach. It is broken and will need looking at, if unsure dont attempt yourself. Unit contains very sharp blades, human waste, a plethora of bacteria, electrical parts etc. If you cant find anyone have a look here: http://repairs.saniflo.co.uk/

 

[JohnD]

you need to ask around for local recommendations for a plumber, and see if you can find one willing to work on a saniflow.

 

[Dan Robinson]

Take it out and crap in a bucket. A much better solution than these poop mashers.

 

[Hugh Jaleak]

I shouldnt stereotype Dan, but I suspect the OP is a lady.... She may prefer a working W.C.

 

[Dextraneous]

Take it out and crap in a bucket. A much better solution than these poop mashers.

Blooming yokel. You've got a tin bath in the parlour too, I'll bet.

Op - contact saniflow http://www.saniflo.co.uk/ and ask for local maintenance information.

 

[JELLYDANCER]

ermmm yeah thank you.... Well most of you lol lol!
Saniflo will only recommend an engineer with callout of over £100!
Don't mind paying for work that needs doing but at that price will probably just turn it off an use the other bathroom!
Xxx

 

[Hugh Jaleak]

If you're planning on staying in the property long term it would be worth asking a plumber to investigate the feasibility of getting that W.C. connected properly to the drain. Initial cost may not be cheap but assuming it's possible, then it's a 'one off' cost, no more Saniflo and no more problems.....

 

[JELLYDANCER]

Yeah might be the plan I think. Thanks guys big help as always xx

 

[Dan Robinson]

Still think a bucket would be better than a saniflo

 

[OwainDIYer]

Saniflo will only recommend an engineer with callout of over £100!

Honestly, that's a bargain.

Not mentioned above is the fact that the unit is not only full of minced **** but the outlet pipe is under pressure.

To open these things safely requires a full biohazard suit and chain-mail gloves to protect against the **** mincer blades.

Post 2 here
https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/uk.d-i-y/TbH8i-QZrsg

 

[Tipper]

ermmm yeah thank you.... Well most of you lol lol!
Saniflo will only recommend an engineer with callout of over £100!
Don't mind paying for work that needs doing but at that price will probably just turn it off an use the other bathroom!
Xxx

Would be cheaper to replace it with a new one bought on ebay.

 

[HERTS P&D]

Just buy a new one!

Andy

 

[OwainDIYer]

Would be cheaper to replace it with a new one bought on ebay.

There are used ones on Ebay from 99p.

 

[Charnwood]

There are used ones on Ebay from 99p.