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7. Close valve E.
8. Before using the water system again, drain and flush the water system. Close valve
C and open valves D, A, and B. Sanitize and flush the whole system. It is now
ready for use.
To winterize: Valves A, B, and D are closed; E and C are open.
Fig. 4-4
WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM (OPTION)
A water purification may be installed as an option on your trailer. This system is
equipped with a long-life cartridge to effectively reduce chlorine, taste, odor, sediment,
organic chemicals and inhibit bacteria growth. If the water system has not been used for
some time, allow water to flow for several minutes to flush the system. When the system
is not in use, store the water filter cartridge in the mounting bracket located near the
water system, or when necessary, out of freezing temperatures.
RV antifreeze will damage the water filter cartridge. The water purification system
manufacturer has supplied a clear plastic bypass hose with fittings on either end which is
designed to replace the water filter when the trailer is winterized. The hose should be
stored when the filter is in use and kept available to reuse.
The filter should be replaced when water flow is reduce causing an inconvenience, or at
least one time each year.
TO REPLACE THE FILTER:
1. Drain the water system.
2. Remove the cartridge by disconnecting the fitting at either end of the filter and
pulling it out of the fittings. It may be helpful to have a container available under
the filter to catch any water left in the lines or filter.
3. If winterizing the unit, install the manufacturer supplied bypass hose and store the
filter as is appropriate.
4. If replacing the filter, install the new filter and tighten the fittings at either end.
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CAUTION: Do not allow the filter to freeze or come in contact with RV
antifreeze when the trailer water system is winterized. Refer to complete
instructions supplied by the manufacturer.
TO DRAIN SYSTEM:
1. Open all faucets.
2. Open the fresh water tank drain.
3. Open the water heater drain. (Consult the water heater
owner’s manual for details.)
4. Open all low-point drains. (Fig. 4-3)
5. Open the toilet valve, hold or block it if needed.
6. To empty the pump, start it and allow it to run approx imately twenty seconds.
WINTERIZING YOUR TRAVEL TRAILER
Preparing your recreation vehicle for winter is very important for most states and Canada.
Failure to prepare the travel trailer will cause supply lines and the water heater to freeze
causing breakage. Repairs due to freezing are not covered under the terms of your Jayco
Limited Warranty.
Please keep in mind that your travel trailer was not designed for use during sub-freezing
weather. There is no commodity or product that can be added to the fresh water system to
ensure freeze protection while the system is in use, other than RV antifreeze. Do not drink
water that contains antifreeze. This includes nontoxic RV antifreeze.
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WARNING:
Do not use Ethylene Glycol (automotive antifreeze) or
Methanol (windshield washer antifreeze) in your fresh water system.
They are harmful and may be fatal if swallowed.
Two methods of winterizing your travel trailer after draining and flushing your drainage
system are listed below.
METHOD 1
1. Run the pump until it is dry. This should take approximately twenty seconds.
2. Using an air hose and adapter, blow air through the city water fill.
3. Leave the faucets, drains and toilets open. Any remaining water will blow out in
five to ten minutes.
4. Pour one cup of
NONTOXIC
RV antifreeze into all drain P-traps.
METHOD 2
This method utilizes a water heater bypass kit, available in most units, to avoid filling the
entire water heater with antifreeze.
1. Turn off the pump.
2. Close valves A, B and D. Open valves E and C. (Figure 4-4)
3. Drain the water heater and fresh water tank. (Consult the water heater owner’s
manual for details.)
4. Put the hose from valve E into a jug of
NONTOXIC
RV antifreeze. You will need
more than one gallon of antifreeze.
5. Turn on the pump and open each faucet until the antifreeze flows through. Do not
forget to run the antifreeze through the toilet.
6. Pour at least one cup of antifreeze into each drain to protect the P-traps.
Fig. 4-3
