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Manual We are developing an online Manual so that you may enjoy your RV to it's fullest. This is a work in progress and is subject to change at any given time. It is also a generic peace of work and is meant only as a general guide, it should not be taken as absolute fact. Each RV is distinct and individual in it's own right, do not take anything written here literally as it may or may not apply to the exact RV you will be using. Some information provided in these pages are only suggestions. Please read Your RV page as we have more helpful information.
There are two water sources for every RV,
Often when a manufacturer installs a tank, and reams out the holes necessary to connect the lines to it, the "grumblies" (the small crumbles of fiberglass left by the cutting) will get from the tank into the pump screens. If you have low water on your incoming lines, check the pump filter, it may be plugged with plastic. Use an inline pressure regulator -- water pressure can break lines and damage fixtures.
The hot water tank ("HWT") is the only major appliance in the water system. It is often overlooked, but needs maintenance.
If you have a dripping faucet because of the water pressure or age (plastic fixtures will eventually leak), try this: remove the small circle on top of the faucet, remove the screw, and lift out the inset. Turn it 1/8 turn toward on, and replace the whole thing. This should reseat the faucet and stop the leak. The water valve and hose behind the toilet is very sensitive to water pressure, freezing, or being crimped. If this goes, get a new one.
Flush the system. Fill the fresh water tank, add a solution of vinegar and water and flush it through the system 3 or 4 times. Chase with fresh water. This kills any bacteria that may be in the system. Do not put any home "remedies" in the holding tanks. This can cause all sorts of unpleasant reactions, including the creation of chlorine gas, which can be fatal. Therefore makes a holding tank contact cleaner, which is good for cleaning, but possibly should not be used if you are draining into a septic system. You can use toilet cleaner in the gray water system. It should be done every second or third time you empty the system. Tip: spray silicone sealer on the "knife" of the toilet, (the piece that separates the top from the holding tank tube) and the seal to keep the seal soft and seating better.
By hooking up to the campground's water, you'll have water pressure to all water appliances -- sinks, toilet, shower, etc. And if you're out in the woods, you'll be using your 12 volt water pump. Somewhere in the RV you'll have an "on/off" button. Turn it "on", and it will build up water pressure and use water from your fresh water holding tank. When you turn on a faucet, the water will flow, and the water pump will come on again to replenish the water pressure. Going down the road is like a 3.5 earthquake, so turn it off. Breaks or leaks can occur, so turn the water pump off when you're driving. That will avoid any unwanted surprises.
Sanitize the fresh water tank and piping ~ every three months, and whenever the m for a prolonged period. This will discourage the growth of bacteria and other organisms that can contaminate the water supply. Use a chlorine/fresh water rinse as follows:
Please read our Plumbing page for more information. |
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