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1.  Make sure all guests understand toilet and seacock operation and that 

the flushing instruction label is easy for guests to read. The label is 

located under the seat.

2.  Remember, the vacuum pump starts automatically. Shut off electrical 

power to the toilet system before servicing and do not leave the boat 

with the toilet system electrical power on.

3.  Never use solvents, alcohol, chlorine or caustic chemicals, such as 

laundry bleach or drain-opening types, in the toilet system. 

4.  If the toilet system does not operate properly, refer to the Troubleshoot

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ing section and repair as necessary. If problem persists, contact your 

local VacuFlush dealer or see the Customer Service section of this manual. 

 iMPorTanT inForMaTion beFore oPeraTion

 SYSTeM STarT-uP

1.  Fill freshwater tank.
2.  Turn on electrical power and water supply to toilet system

.

3.  Flush water into system by flushing the toilet five times (press Flush switch and allow each 

flush cycle to complete until vacuum pump stops, about 60-90 seconds each).

.

  adding More Water To Toilet bowl

 

Press Add Water switch until desired water level is attained. 

Do not overfill toilet bowl. More water is usually added only 

when flushing solids.

2.

  Flushing The Toilet

 

Press the Flush switch down for a moment, then release it. 

If your system includes a status panel, flush only when the 

panel’s green “OK to Flush” light is on. It takes about one 

minute for vacuum to recharge to the proper level for the 

next flush. 

 

If  the  red  “Do  Not  Flush”  light  is  lit,  the  system  is  either 

 

recharging the vacuum to the proper level, or the holding 

tank is full. Do not flush the toilet during these conditions or 

system clogs may occur.

3.

  Do noT FluSh ForeiGn obJeCTS

  CauTion!   

VacuFlush  toilets  are  designed  to  flush  only 

water, bodily wastes and rapid-dissolving toilet tissue. Do 

not flush wet wipes, sanitary napkins, condoms, diapers, 

razor blades, paper cups, cotton swabs, food, hair or liquids 

such as oils or solvents. Clogging or damage to the toilet or 

sanitation system may occur.

• To 

add Water

 to 

bowl,  press  top 

part  of  switch. 

 

• To 

Flush

, press 

bottom  part  of 

switch.

 ToileT oPeraTion

label located 

under toilet seat.

other Sealand Flush/ 

add Water Switches with 

Status Panels (optional)

Vimar

Gewiss

Standard 4800 Flush Switch

Summary of Contents for SeaLand VacuFlush 4800 Series

Page 1: ...x vertical run 6 ft 1 8 m Electrical System Amp draw avg 12 volts DC 2 0 amps 24 volts DC 1 0 amp Circuit breaker 12 volts DC 2 amps 24 volts DC 2 amps See page 8 for further information Each toilet must be on separate circuit breaker Does not include electrical requirements of vacuum pump SYSTEM Specifications This manual must be read and understood before adjustment maintenance or service is per...

Page 2: ... Weight Color Voltage Item Number 4806 All ceramic low profile vacuum toilet with full size seat and bowl Through floor discharge 42 lbs 19 Kg White 12 VDC 317148061 24 VDC 317248061 Bone 12 VDC 317148063 24 VDC 317248063 4809 All ceramic standard height vacuum toilet with full size seat and bowl Through floor discharge 50 lbs 22 7 Kg White 12 VDC 317148091 24 VDC 317248091 Bone 12 VDC 317148093 2...

Page 3: ...ich can cause loss of property and life WARNING HAZARD OF FLOODING If toilet rim is below the waterline at ANY time during any con ditions of heel load or trim and is connected to ANY through the hull fittings properly positioned ventilated vented loops MUST be installed in intake or discharge piping to prevent potential back siphonage of seawater into the boat Failure to do so can result in flood...

Page 4: ...he comfort and convenience of marine sanitation J Series Vacuum Generator S Series Low profile Vacuum Generator 28HTS T Holding Tank All boats with fixed toilets in U S waters and in the waters of some other countries are required to have an operable marine sanitation device MSD The VacuFlush vacuum sanitation system when installed in a boat is a holding tank or Type III system as defined by the U...

Page 5: ...e Water To Toilet Bowl Press Add Water switch until desired water level is attained Do not overfill toilet bowl More water is usually added only when flushing solids 2 Flushing The Toilet Press the Flush switch down for a moment then release it If your system includes a status panel flush only when the panel s green OK to Flush light is on It takes about one minute for vacuum to recharge to the pr...

Page 6: ...trademark of ConAgra Foods Sani Flush is a registered trademark of Reckitt Benckiser Inc Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont Co WD 40 is a registered trademark of WD 40 Company Extended periods of non use Clearing Discharge Lines Sanitation hoses should be cleared if toilet will not be needed for an extended period of time more than two weeks 1 Fill toilet bowl with water and add 4 oz 120 m...

Page 7: ...stem 100 ready for use at any time Maintenance Procedure Service Interval Additional Information Routine Check all clamped hose joints below water line for leaks Monthly Check filter screen in water valve After first year of service then as needed if water flow is noticeably slower Screen is located inside water valve inlet Replace vent filter if installed in holding tank vent line Annually Major ...

Page 8: ...et outlet to vacuum source is 50 feet 15 meters Other restrictions on discharge piping apply Contact your nearest VacuFlush dealer distributor or Dometic Sanitation customer service for more information INSTALLATION NOTES Use cold water only Water supply line 1 2 13mm ID toilet inlet fitting is 1 2 13mm 14 TPI Requires 2 0 GPM 7 6 LPM flow rate at toilet water valve Include shut off valve in water...

Page 9: ...olding tank Rigid PVC pipe can also be installed in runs that hold trapped sewage The marine sanitation hose most resistant to odor permeation is OdorSafe Plus hose available from your local SeaLand product dealer Installation General Information cont d Vented loops Ventilated or vented loops are intended to prevent back siphonage of sea water into the toilet If the toilet rim is below the waterli...

Page 10: ...ectively at all temperatures and with all degrees of water hardness Both SeaLand Environment Friendly and Clean n Green brands which are formaldehyde free are similarly effective How Much Deodorant and How to Add It The deodorant is added directly into the toilet bowl then flushed into the holding tank Follow bottle or package instructions Conditions of extremely warm weather longer waste holding ...

Page 11: ...toilet b Flush switch may be defective c Loose flush ball motor wires d Defective flush ball motor e Flush ball motor drive arm failure f Drive linkage failure a Check toilet fuse or circuit breaker b Check for loose or defective wiring at terminal block pins 9 and 10 c Check for reverse polarity of incoming power d Replace defective diode a Check for loose or defective wiring between flush switch...

Page 12: ...on needed drive arm linkage joint a Flush ball seal is worn and needs replaced b Flush ball is scratched or worn and needs replaced c Cam switch flush ball alignment needs adjustment d Bolts that hold base to toilet need tightened to 20 25 in lbs a Clear blockage in water line or filter screen at water valve inlet b Check wiring between water valve and terminal block pins 1 and 10 c Replace if nec...

Page 13: ...l seal See instruc tions on page 15 d DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN or damage to toilet may occur a Check wires at pins 3 or 6 b Check green wire at Flush Switch c Repair or replace wires d Replace status panel a Check wires at pins 5 7 and 8 b Check red wire at Flush Switch c Repair or replace wires d Replace water valve e Replace status panel a Check power wires fuse or circuit breaker to vacuum pump b Pum...

Page 14: ...nch hex tool and 1 4 inch box end wrench Slide cam switch up or down see illustrations below depending on flush ball position 5 Tighten cam switch mounting screws apply electrical power and check adjustment Repeat as necessary 6 After cam switch and flush ball are properly positioned connect water line and reinstall toilet Adjusting cam switch flush ball alignment The flush ball should be properly...

Page 15: ...h may require adjustment See Adjusting The Cam Switch on page 14 Replacing the rotor shaft 1 Follow disassembly steps 1 through 14 under Replacing the Flush Ball 2 Pull rotor shaft out from inside of the base 3 Lubricate O rings on new shaft with silicone grease 4 Align flat section on rotor shaft with flat sec tion in cam during assembly Push rotor shaft cam fully onto rotor shaft Tighten set scr...

Page 16: ...r business use OTHER RIGHTS Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied warranty and some states do not allow exclusions or limitations regarding incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state To obtain warranty service first contact y...

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