Holiday Trip 2012, Owner'S Manual

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DraIn trapS & aUto ventS
Sinks and shower drains incorporate a water
trap (P-Trap) and auto vents to prevent waste
water holding tank odor from entering the
motorhome.
Drain Traps:
P-Traps are usually within 54" of a vent tee
and must contain water to block odors. During
storage water can evaporate and allow odor
into motorhome. If odor is detected, run water
into sinks and shower to fill P-Traps.
AutoVents:
The auto vent is designed to assist in the
smooth flow of water in the drain without
creating a vacuum. If stuck in the open
position the auto vent can allow grey odors
to enter the motorhome. Some auto vents can
double as “clean outs” in the event the line
needs to be snaked out.
colD WeatHer conDItIonS
Systems Heat
Extended use in below freezing (32° F./0°
C.) weather will require operation of the
furnace to protect the interior plumbing
system from freeze damage. Below floor level,
exposed drains and water lines can quickly
freeze. To help prevent freeze damage to the
holding tanks, heating pads controlled by the
Systems Heat switch, are located under the
grey, black and fresh water tanks.
If the motorhome is not in use when freezing
temperatures can occur, it will be necessary
to winterize the motorhome to prevent freeze
damage. While the interior is heated through
use of the furnace, plumbing located below
floor level is not heated therefore exposed to
potential freeze damage.
CAUTION:
Freeze damage is not covered under
warranty.
System Heat Operation:
A 12 Volt DC heating pad is located under
each holding tank. Turn the System Heat
switch on when cool or freezing temperatures
may occur. The Systems Heat indicator lamp
will activate when the Systems Heat switch is
turned on. The heat pads are active whenever
the Systems Heat switch is on.
Requirement for Operation:
House battery disconnect switch must
be on.
House battery cutoff switch must be
on.
Turn on the Systems Heat switch.
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NOTE:
Each heating pad is rated 80 watts
(approximately 6.6 Amps each).
House battery power can be quickly
consumed. It is recommended to hook
shore power when using Systems Heat.
Cold Weather Storage
If the motorhome is stored where freezing
temperatures may occur, drain the fresh water
system. Begin draining the fresh water tank
and allowing the water to drain.
CAUTION:
Icemakers, water filters, and water
heaters all use the fresh water tank for
water. These systems should be drained
and stored in accordance with the OEM
recommendation for winterization.
Consult specific OEM manual for
instructions and recommendations.
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