Jayco 2016 Melbourne, Owner'S Manual

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22. Set the (storage) tank water heater bypass valves to normal: hot & cold supply lines
ON, middle (mixer) valve OFF.
23. Set utility center water valves to the normal position and turn the pump ON to circulate
fresh water through the lines.
24. Open hot & cold lines to all faucets (including outside shower) until chlorine smell is
gone.
25. Restore power to the (storage) tank water heater only when it is full of water. Tankless
water heater; turn the power switch ON (water is heated on demand).
NOTE:
If a chlorine taste still lingers in the water, flush the water
system with a solution consisting of one-quart vinegar to five gal -
lons of clean water. Re-flush as necessary. The vinegar solution
may damage the water heater or the water filter, so both must be
bypassed again before performing this operation. To add the vinegar
solution, follow the same procedure used to add the sanitizer to the
system.
W
interizAtion
Preparing your motor home for colder weather or storage is very important for most states
and Canada. Failure to prepare your motor home may cause water supply lines and the water
heater to freeze.
No commodity or product should be added to the fresh water system to ensure freeze
protection other than RV antifreeze.
The motor home should be winterized at the end of the camping season or when the motor
home will be exposed to temperatures that will fall at or below 32°F (0°C). Repairs due to
freezing are not covered by warranty.
The preferred method is to winterize the plumbing system with RV antifreeze. Please read,
understand and follow all instructions before beginning to winterize you motor home.
Never apply air pressure to the water system with any of the valves in the
closed position. Air pressure applied to a closed valve, faucet or low point
drain could potentially damage the seals and cause water leaks. If you have
questions, consult with your RV dealer.
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Automotive antifreeze (ethylene glycol) and windshield washer antifreeze
(methanol) are poisonous. Never use these products in your fresh water
system. These products are harmful and may be fatal if swallowed
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