Grease Trap Installation & Maintenance Guide
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Table of Contents
I. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................2
II. BACKGROUND.4
III. OBJECTIVES.5
3.1. OBJECTIVE PRINCIPAL: ......................................................................................................................5
3.2. OBJECTIVES SPECIFIC: .................................................................................................................5
IV. THEORETICAL FRAMEWORKO .................................................................................................................................6
4.1. DEFINITION:.6
4.2. WHICH WHAT IS THE REASON FOR HAVING A GREASE TRAP?.6
4.3. HOW DO THESE GREASE TRAPS WORK? .......................................................................6
4.4. ADVICE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF GREASE TRAPS?.6
4.5. HOW CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE OF THE GREASE TRAP?.7
4.5.1. STEPS FOR MAINTENANCEO ..........................................................................................7
4.5.2. RELATIVE LOCATION: .............................................................................................................8
4.5.3. DESIGN OF THE GREASE TRAP: .........................................................................................8
4.5.4. CHARACTERISTICS OF GREASE TRAPS:.....................................................................9
V. CALCULATIONO................................................................................................................................................11
{"VI. CONCLUSIONES":"VI. CONCLUSIONS"} AND RECOMMENDATIONS ............................................................................................12
Table of illustrations
Figure 1 flow control option.7
Figure 2 Simple grease trap...................................................................................................................10
Figure 3 Grease trap with grease accumulation tank .................................10
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I. INTRODUCTION
The waste coming from restaurant grease traps is rich in animal fats.
and vegetables as well as oils which are considered problematic substances both
in the wastewater treatment system as well as in the treatment of solid waste
Due to the characteristics of these compounds, their use has been prohibited in many countries.
disposal in open landfills because its degradation process is slow.
Nowadays, most cooking oil is used and poured into the sewage system.
from the cities, this procedure brings with it different negative aspects, among them
they observe how oils and fats can cause the blockage of pipes by the
formation of a film on the inner walls, which contributes to the reduction of the diameter
effective sewage piping, it should also be taken into account that if these oils
reaching the wastewater treatment plants would cause an alteration in
the normal operations, increasing maintenance costs, and if on the contrary these
if they are directly discharged into a body of water, the pollutant load would be increased that
this could be refined.
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II. BACKGROUND
The treatment of wastewater is a topic that has received special attention in recent times.
30 years, especially in light of the growing ecological concern, and the clarity about the
degradation that the environment has suffered due to causes derived from human activity in its
different scopes. If it is true that by the mid-19th century they had already manifested
situations that required intelligent management of wastewater.
One of the first examples dates back to when the House of Lords in England was debating
among the political problems in India and the stench of the pipes.
As the treatment of wastewater (soapy) has become more specialized,
industrial, black, etc.) has improved not only the operation of the elements that them
they constitute, but also the aspects related to the management of water before entering the plant.
Analyzing the effect of each of the variables related to wastewater has been
It is possible to design components and systems that facilitate and reduce the cost of disposal operations.
Water treatment in this way makes the operation more effective and economical.
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III. OBJECTIVES
3.1. MAIN OBJECTIVE:
Study the design of grease traps as a means of removing fatty material.
from the wastewater of establishments where food is prepared and sold
food, as well as laundries.
3.2. OBJETIVOS ESPECÍFICOS:
Define the main concepts regarding grease traps.
To raise awareness of the different types and uses of grease traps
Design the grease traps according to the specifications.
Determine a viable alternative solution to waste.
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IV. THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK
4.1. DEFINITION:
The grease trap or grease interceptor is a receptacle located between the lines of
drain of the fountain or point generating the liquid waste and the sewers, this allows the
separation and collection of fats and oils from used water and prevents these materials
they enter the public sewer network.
According to the Interagua website (the potable water supplier for Guayaquil), a
grease trap is a "[...] wastewater treatment system that retains solids not
dissolved and suspended like fats, oils, and soaps. Through a physicochemical analysis
from the discharge, the wastewater laboratory can verify the efficiency of the trap
fat that has been installed.
4.2. WHAT IS THE REASON FOR HAVING A GREASE TRAP?
Fats and oils cause enormous disturbances to the sewage collection system.
reason why the municipalities require the conditioning of discharges of the
sinks, dishwashers or other sanitary appliances installed in restaurants, kitchens of
hotels, hospitals, and similar places where there is a risk of introducing a sufficient amount of
fat that affects the proper functioning of the sewer system, as well as local establishments
that handle wastewater from floor washing, equipment, and machinery, as well as from the
laundry clothes downloads.
4.3. HOW DO THESE GREASE TRAPS WORK?
Grease traps slow down the flow of water from the drains, causing the
fats and water have time to separate. When separated, fats float on the surface
while other heavier solids settle at the bottom of the trap. The rest of the water
freely passes through the city's sewage system.
4.4. WHAT ARE THE TIPS FOR INSTALLING GREASE TRAPS?
It should be installed as close to the grease generation point as possible.
They can be placed according to the space available on the ground partially or
built-in.
There must be enough free space to remove the grease trap cover and facilitate
its inspection and maintenance.
It should be located in safe places and not exposed to risks from leaks or spills.
The total distance of the pipes between the farthest grease generation point and the
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The grease trap inlet should never be greater than 7 meters.
Sinks, showers, and toilets should not be connected to the grease trap.
4.5. HOW TO MAINTAIN THE GREASE TRAP?
To carry out the maintenance, it is necessary for the user executing it to have
count the following safety and environmental recommendations:
The user must have at least gloves, boots, and masks.
Do not use detergents or bleaches.
4.5.1. STEPS FOR MAINTENANCE
Prior inspection of the level of scum or fat on the surface of the trap being this
greater than 3cm to start maintenance.
Uncover and extract the floaters, which are the scums of fats and oils, using a strainer.
with openings that allow you to remove them. If there is enough quantity, remove the mud from the
leaving a residue of approximately 20% of the total.
Remove fats, oils, and solids from the bottom of the trap using spatulas, shovels, or
tools that allow you to carry out this task.
Collect and transport the cream and sludge, preferably in barrels, removing all the
possible water. Avoid any spillage.
Fats should be emptied into completely sealed bags ready for disposal.
in the trash.
For oils and petroleum derivatives, to collect and transport the sludges and scums in
impact-resistant airtight containers. They should then be stored to be
evicted.
The oils from the lubricators must be stored in containers to be later
marketed.
Figure 1 flow control option
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4.5.4. CHARACTERISTICS OF GREASE TRAPS:
The length to width ratio of the surface area of the grease trap must be
understood between 2:1 and 3:2.
The depth must not be less than 0.80 m.
The entry to the grease trap will be made through a 90º elbow and a diameter
minimum of 75 mm. The outlet will be through a tee with a minimum diameter of 75
mm.
The bottom of the inlet elbow must extend 0.15 m below the
liquid level.
The difference in level between the intake and outlet pipes must be no less than
0.05 m.
The top part of the output device must leave an open light for ventilation.
no more than 0.05 m below the ceiling slab level.
The bottom of the outlet pipe must be no less than 0.075 m and no more than 0.15 m.
from the background.
The space above the liquid level and the bottom of the lid must be like
minimum 0.30 m.
The grease trap must be in a truncated conical or inverted pyramidal shape with the
vertical exit side wall. The horizontal base area must be at least
0.25 x 0.25 m per side or 0.25 m in diameter. And the inclined side must have a
slope between 45º and 60º with respect to the horizontal.
Designs with an attached deposit for fat storage will be accepted.
when the total capacity exceeds 0.6 m³ or where the establishment operates in a manner
continues for more than 16 hours a day.
The grease trap and the fat storage compartment will be
conectados a través de un vertedor de rebose, el cual deberá estar a 0,05 m por encima
the water level. The maximum volume of fat accumulation will be at least
1/3 of the total volume of the grease trap.
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Figure 2 Simple grease trap
Figure 3 Grease trap with grease accumulation tank
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V. CALCULATION
Sizing of the cistern:
There is a sink with 2 faucets.
There is a washing machine with 2 faucets.
There is a washing machine with 1 faucet.
Artifact Quantity Faucets Cost unit total
Dishwasher 1 2 2 5
Washing machine 1 2 3 6
Washing machine 1 1 3 5
Total expenditure units 16
ℚ design = 0.316√ = 1.2L/S
We consider a retention time of 30 minutes.
1.2L 60 S
= ∗ ∗ 30 min = 2160L = 2.16 m3
1 minute
Having the volume and considering a depth of 0.90 H and knowing that according to
the design standards recommend a ratio between the length and width of L=1.8a.
= ∗
2.16 = 1.8a * a * 0.90
a = 1.15m;
b = 2.07m;
h = 0.90m
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VI. CONCLUSIONES Y RECOMENDACIONES
The method they use to reduce pollution is grease traps, without
the use of this is crucial to prevent the drainage from being blocked.
Separate the burnt oil because it creates a layer that prevents reoxygenation and
organic liquids such as meat juices, milk, processed foods among others, because
oxygen consumption increases, due to this that bacteria use oxygen to
decompose organic waste.
Use biodegradable detergents, phosphate-free because this compound
provides the necessary nutrients for the growth of algae, which cause the
wear and aging of the lakes, leading to their disappearance.
Reduce the consumption of chemical products because their presence in water can
to be harmful or deadly to human life.
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