Four Winds 2005 Mandalay, Owner'S Manual

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The following guidelines will help to ensure trouble free operation:
1. Never put anything in the black water tank other than toilet paper specifically for RV systems.
2. Do not put automotive antifreeze, household toilet cleaners or drain cleaners, or any solid material
into the waste water system.
3. Always use chemicals in the black water system that are made especially for this purpose.
4. When cleaning components of the waste water system, use cleaners made for RV systems.
5. Always keep the drain cap in place, and termination valves closed.
6. After every third time the holding tanks are emptied, fill and flush both tanks with clean fresh water a
couple of times to keep them clear and clean.
NOTE: If connecting to a campsite sewer inlet, DO NOT open termination valves until tanks are ¾ full. DO
NOT keep black water valve open while parked. Wastes are NOT flushed directly into the sewer system. Only
liquid waste is drained, therefore, water must accumulate, and chemicals in tank need time to break down
solids before they can be released. If draining gray water tank directly into sewer inlet while parked, make sure
to close termination valve for a period of time before leaving, allow some water to accumulate in tank to use for
flushing drain line and flexible hose.
NOTE: Always remember to clean up the dumpsite before leaving. NEVER empty your holding tanks directly
on the ground, a roadway, river or stream. DO NOT POLLUTE.
FAUCETS
The faucets have been designed to be economically practical faucets that can be both beautiful and durable.
The one-piece plated faucet shield is put through extensive treatments to produce a surface finish which will
maintain its lustrous beauty throughout many years of use. The patented design eliminates washer wear – the
common cause of leaking. Should the faucet develop a leak it is most likely caused by debris in the water line
causing improper seating of the stem tip; or as a result of the handle stop being misaligned.
Refer to the faucet owner’s manual supplied with your recreation vehicle for specific maintenance and service
instructions and a phone number for service.
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