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Plumbing Systems
Water Heater- 6 gallon (If So Equipped), Continued
Water heater bypass valves
The water heater bypass uses two (2) valves, located on the
back side of the water heater .
Also see
page 22,
Water Heater Bypass Valves.
• When camping, use the
Normal Use
position .
TURN BOTH bypass valve handles towards
the water heater as shown:
• When
Winterizing
or
Sanitizing
the
6 Gallon Water Heater
,
use the
Bypass
position . TURN BOTH bypass valve handles
towards the hot & cold water lines as shown:
Winterizing the 6-Gallon Water Heater
& Plumbing System
Important:
Winterizing method varies depending on the
Winterizing method varies depending on the
type of Water Heater installed in your RV.
type of Water Heater installed in your RV.
Also see :
•
Page 9
, Winterizing the Furrion Tankless Water Heater
& Plumbing System
•
Page 23 ,
Winterization Valve
.
Preparing your RV for storage is very important in climates that
experience cold weather . Follow the steps listed below at the end
of the camping season:
• ALWAYS winterize the fresh water system of your RV
BEFORE exposure to temperatures at or below 32°F (0°C) .
◦
Damage to the water supply lines or water heater
due to freezing is not covered under warranty
.
•
Winterize with
RV Antifreeze
ONLY
, no other products
should ever be added to your fresh water system .
◦
Make sure to have enough RV antifreeze to winterize
all fresh water lines .
Several gallons may be required
.
Bypass Positions
6 Gallon Water Heater
6 Gallon Water Heater
Bypass Valves
Bypass Valves
(
Bypass Position Shown
)
Hot Out
Hot Out
Cold In
Cold In
Normal Use Positions