For models with a shower, additional draining require-
ments will include the water pump and the water heater.
There are also additional low point drain valves on the
water lines of some models. Check the water lines on
your camper for any low point drains that may need to be
opened to completely drain the system. In addition, ask
your dealer about drainage requirements for your par-
ticular camper model.
Toilet
A cassette Porta Potti is available on some camper mod-
els. The type of Porta Potti varies, but commonly, it is
constructed of high quality plastic for durability and easy
cleaning and maintenance. It consists of two sections, a
permanently installed toilet system and a slide out waste
holding tank (cassette). The toilet section includes a seat
and cover, flush and valve blade opener, toilet tissue
compartment and holder, waste level indicator, built-in
toilet fluid storage compartment, a drip tray, a drain tube
assembly and level indicator for the fresh water tank, and
a fresh water tank.
The cassette section is located underneath the toilet and
is easily removable for cleaning through an access door.
A rotating pour spout, automatic holding tank vent, air
release valve, blade, carrying handles and hand grips
are incorporated into the cassette.
Other features include a safety sensor switch which
guards against adding water to the bowl without the cas-
sette in proper position.
The Porta Potti you have may operate differently from
the one described in this manual. For complete operat-
ing, cleaning, maintenance, and winterizing/storage
instructions, refer to the instructions supplied with the
Porta Potti that came with your camper. Pay particular
attention to any notes or cautions associated with its use.
Also be sure to complete and return warranty registration
information to the manufacturer.
Winterization and
De-winterization
When storing your recreational vehicle through periods
of freezing weather in an unheated environment, it will be
necessary to winterize the water system. Damage to the
water system components will result if the proper winter-
ization steps are not taken.
NOTE:
The water heater is to be off and cool before winterizing.
Reference water heater Owner’s Manual. Before using
the compressed air method, you will need a special
adapter known as a Blowout Plug. This plug allows com-
pressed air to be delivered through the City Water Con-
nection. This small, inexpensive adapter is available at
most RV supply stores.
NOTE:
A clothes washer, dish washer or refrigerator with water/
ice-maker require winterization- Reference appliance
Owner’s Manual. If no instruction is given for winterizing,
winterization of appliance with antifreeze method is rec-
ommended.
W ARNING
Never use automotive antifreeze in your fresh
water system. Automotive antifreeze is toxic and
not for use in potable (drinkable) water systems.
Winterizing With Compressed Air
1. Purchase 2-3 gallons of RV non-toxic antifreeze.
2.
Drain the fresh water tank and empty the waste
water holding tanks.
3. Turn the water heater bypass valve to the bypass
position by opening the Bypass Valve (A) and clos-
ing the Hot (B) and Cold (C) Valves. See Illustra-
tions W1 & W2. Valve handle in line with water line
is open valve position and perpendicular to water
line is closed. (These valves are located near the
water heater incoming lines at the rear of the water
heater. The water heater is usually located in a
base cabinet in the kitchen. It may be necessary to
remove an access panel to reach the bypass
valve.)
W1 - Shown: Valve handle orientations for normal
W/H use, NOT bypassing. See Illustration W2 for
bypass W/H condition.
4. Drain the water heater. Reference water heater
Owner’s Manual.
X
A
X
B
X
C
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