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Holding tank buildup?  Unchloric Acid breaks down calcification and sludge buildup in holding tanks and sewage lines.  Use also when tearing down, re-building, or re-painting parts, pumps, etc.
 
 

Unchloric Acid
Use to treat calcium/mineral deposit buildup in holding tanks, discharge lines, or to soak repair parts
(click for instructions)
$8.95

 


 

Brilliance/Toilet Bowl Cleaner

379314016 SeaLand® Toilet Bowl Cleaner $7.83
 

 

Clean n' Green Enzyme Cleaner/Deoderant

379512602 12/2oz Clean 'n Green Cleaner & Deodorant $15.17
 

 

Mansfield SanX/TDX Treatment Chemical

373348666 SanX/TDX Chemical $28.13

 


 

Do all rapid-dissolving tissues really work?
The ability for toilet tissues to break apart quickly can vary widely from brand to brand. SeaLand Rapid-Dissolving Toilet Tissues, available in single-ply and double-ply rolls, are routinely tested for rapid-dissolving properties. Both styles are made from 100% recycled paper and are biodegradable – resulting in minimal environmental impact as well as outstanding performance.
Do your own “tissue test.”
Put one square of tissue in a glass of water. Slosh it around for five seconds. If the tissue breaks up into many pieces, it will likely work in your marine toilet system. If not, it could cause clogs in discharge lines or “ball up” in holding tanks.

SeaLand Rapid-Dissolving Toilet Tissue

379441204  SeaLand® 1-ply Tissue $4.10
$3.48
379441205 SeaLand® 2-ply Tissue $6.69
$5.69
 

 

Holding Tank Deodorants

Effluent in the holding tank and connecting plumbing begins to decompose immediately after entering the system.  Sewage decomposition can take place in two ways: aerobic decomposition, bacteria uses free oxygen to digest waste and produce carbon dioxide, water, nitrates, sulfates and phosphates – compounds that do not have offensive odors.  In anaerobic decomposition, where no oxygen is present, unstable, heavier-than-air, malodorous compounds are produced.

Why use holding tank deodorants?
Deodorants are designed either to inhibit the growth of anaerobic bacteria and stop production of malodorous gases, or to chemically lock onto molecules of malodorous gas and prevent them from escaping.

 


What types of deodorants are there?


Formaldehyde-based compounds These are the most effective odor-controlling agents. They are effective over a wide range of temperatures and pH levels, and are also effective in hard water conditions. When handled as directed, the liquid is safe – but the area should be as well ventilated as possible during pouring. The fumes from spilled liquid can irritate the eyes and respiratory tract, so care should be taken in storage. Switching to a dry, granulated formula would eliminate the potential for spills.

Discharging formaldehyde-treated effluent into a marine environment should not be a problem if the product is used and discharged properly. Formaldehyde is naturally present in the environment as well as through man-made sources. In water, it rapidly biodegrades, and does not accumulate in aquatic organisms. It is also readily biodegradable in soil, breaking down into water and carbon dioxide.



 

Preservatives Preservative compounds have the advantage of low toxicity to humans and the environment, and the disadvantage of less effectiveness and higher cost than typical formaldehyde deodorants.

 

Quaternary ammonium chloride (QAC) compounds While QAC’s may not have the pungent odor of formaldehyde-based formulas, they are not as effective in hard or salt water. QAC’s also can lose effectiveness after repeated emptying of the holding tank without thorough cleaning after each pump-out.

Enzymes Enzymes are naturally formed as part of a cell’s normal metabolism. Deodorants which use one or a combination of enzymes control odor indirectly by accelerating the digestion of the organic material in the effluent. The main advantage of enzyme-based deodorants is that they are believed to be nontoxic to humans and the marine environment.
Enzymes are generally effective only in a narrow range of temperatures and pH levels. Like QAC’s, they also require a very clean tank to begin, and residuals of other deodorants must be removed. Enzymes also require an extremely well-ventilated holding tank to achieve maximum effectiveness. Some suppliers of enzyme deodorants do not recommend them for recirculating or portable toilets. For best odor control, regardless of which deodorant is used, the waste holding tank should be thoroughly cleaned at least once each season, depending on use.
 


How are SeaLand deodorants formulated?
SeaLand® Holding Tank Deodorant
(blue liquid) is a formaldehyde-based product. Our most powerful formula, it controls odors instantly, and keeps working in the most extreme temperature ranges – from arctic cold to steaming hot. Formaldehyde-based deodorants are available in liquid and granulated formulas.

SeaLand® Environment-Friendly Holding Tank Deodorant (green liquid) is a preservative-based deodorant and cleaner that provides a highly effective, formaldehyde-free alternative. It uses two other naturally occurring ingredients to broaden its range of effectiveness.

 
 

SeaLand Max Control
Holding Tank Deodorant

379214128 1gal. Holding Tank Deodorant $35.18
379214016 32oz Holding Tank Deodorant $10.72
379224008 8oz. Holding Tank Deodorant $5.34
 

SeaLand Environmentally Friendly
Holding Tank Deodorant

379114128 1 gal. Green Holding Tank Deodorant $37.50
379114032 32oz Green Holding Tank Deodorant $14.73
 
 
How much deodorant should I use?  In a 40-gallon holding tank, use 8 oz. (237 ml) of either liquid deodorant. With SeaLand vitreous china toilets, open flush ball and pour slowly into sanitation system without splashing. After pouring deodorant, close flush ball and allow water to enter toilet bowl. For VacuFlush systems, flush toilet once to move deodorant all the way to holding tank. Remember, bacterial activity doubles for every 12.2°F (10°C) increase. In high-temperature climates, increase the deodorant dosage accordingly.
Can I add other chemicals to the holding tank? Never mix chemical compounds, even if they are household products. Never mix our holding tank deodorants with toilet bowl cleaners containing hydrochloric acid. Never mix ammonia with chlorine bleach. The chemical reactions could be harmful either to you or the sanitation system.
Most marine toilets flush with very little water (as little as one pint) as compared to a 1.6-gallon or 3.5-gallon or 5-gallon toilet in most homes. And many household toilet tissues contain adhesives (for bonding paper fibers together) that may break up well in household systems, but can quickly clog up a low-water-volume marine system.

To help avoid accidental spills or leaks of liquid deodorants, keep these products in a separate plastic storage bin. Do not store them in lockers with other equipment that could shift and cause damage to bottles.

If a spill or leak occurs...
For formaldehyde-based deodorant leaks, immediately ventilate the area. Open doors, windows, hatches, use fans or anything to move extra fresh air into the space. When cleaning spill, work in short periods (15 minutes or less). If needed, respirators with cartridge/filters should be used. Cover spill with generous amount of dry absorbent material such as baking soda. Allow material to soak up as much as possible, then sweep. Dispose of residue in plastic bag.  If the spill travels into an inaccessible area, mix a solution of one cup baking soda to one gallon warm water and flood the entire area. Repeat several times to dilute the residual liquid.  Follow directions for removing stains if needed.
For deodorant stains... Resolve® carpet cleaner has proven effective in cleaning stains left by liquid deodorant spills. If not readily available, mix 1/4-cup color-safe laundry bleach to one gallon cool water. Apply generously to stained area and let stand. Blot area dry. Repeat until stain is removed.
For holding tank effluent... Wear protective gloves. Blot area of the spill with paper towels. Disinfect the area with the same procedure as for cleaning deodorant stains. Residual urine odors can be removed by flooding the area with one cup vinegar to one gallon warm water. Let stand as long as possible and blot dry. When finished, wash hands with soap and hot water.

 

 

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