Autocruise 2012 Van Conversion Range, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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• Remove the removable mechanism from
the Waste Holding Tank by turning it anti-
clockwise and rinse it under a tap.
• Remove the cover plate from the
Automatic Pressure Release Vent by prising
it up using a small screwdriver. Use one
hand to push the Automatic Pressure
Release Vent open while holding the float
of the Automatic Pressure Release Vent
on the inside of the tank with the other
hand. Push the float upwards, turn it
180 degrees and remove it from below.
Remove the rubber seal underneath the
float. Rinse the float and rubber seal under
a tap. Replace the Pressure Release Vent
using the same method in reverse.
The rubber seals in the toilet (the lip seal, the
mechanism seal, the automatic pressure release
vent seal and the cap seal) should be regularly
cleaned with water and treated with Thetford
High Grade Seal Lubricant. This will ensure
that the seals remain flexible and in good
condition. If the toilet is not to be used for any
length of time, it is important to treat the seals
with Thetford High Grade Seal Lubricant after
cleaning.
note. never use Vaseline or any
vegetable oil except olive oil. These
may cause leakage or malfunction. The
lip seal is a part of the toilet that is
subject to wear. Depending upon the
extent and manner of use, the seals
will become less effective and will need
replacing periodically.
Cleaning and maintenance for optional
Features
• Automatic Ventilation: The filter of the
Automatic Ventilation needs to be renewed
periodically. After approximately 4 full
weeks of use, the filter loses its absorption
power.
• Pump-Out Waste System: To ensure
optimal functionality of the Pump-Out
Waste System, periodical maintenance
of the tube and pump is recommended.
After emptying the Waste Holding Tank
completely, fill it with clean water and
empty it again. This will clean the pump
and the hose. Do this once every 3 weeks
when on holiday. This should ensure
proper operation of the system.
Winter operation
You can use your Thetford Cassette Toilet as
normal in cold weather as long as the toilet is
situated in a heated location. If there is a risk of
freezing we advise that the toilet is drained by
following the instructions under ‘Storage’. For
environmental reasons the use of antifreeze,
such as that used in car radiators, is not
recommended.
Storage
It is important that you follow the instructions
below if you do not expect to use your
Thetford toilet for a long (winter) period.
• Activate the Control Panel by pressing the
flush button. Open the blade and press the
flush button until water stops flowing into
the bowl. Close the blade. Open the access
door on the outside of your caravan or
camper and empty the Waste Holding Tank
at an authorised waste dump. Follow the
instructions for cleaning and maintenance.
To allow the Waste Holding Tank to dry, do
not place the cap back on the emptying
spout of the tank.
21. If the toilet has its own flush-water tank,
place a sufficiently large bowl under the
drain tube to catch the remaining water
from the flush-water tank and remove the
drain plug. When no more water exits,
put the drain plug on the drain tube, put
it back in its original position and close
the access door. If the toilet is connected
to the vehicle’s water tank, please follow
your vehicle’s instructions for draining
the central water system. If your toilet is
optionally featured with a Waste Pump-
Out System, take out the Waste Holding
Tank and completely clean it (see Cleaning
and Maintenance). After cleaning, fill it
with water, put it back and empty it via the
waste pump-out system. Repeat this twice.
Thetford warranty refer to the Thetford
user handbook.