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SECTION 5
PLUMBING SYSTEMS
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To prevent a water leak when replacing the
anode rod, a pipe thread sealant approved for
potable water (such as Teflon Tape) must be
applied to the threads of the anode rod.
Proper application of a thread sealant will not
interfere with the anode’s tank protection.
Operating the water heater without the proper
anode rod protection will decrease tank life
and will void the vendor warranty on the tank.
Maintenance
Do not allow the burner to burn with a yellow
flame, because sooting will occur. Do not
continue operating the water heater with an
improper burner flame. Periodically, inspect
the water heater for soot. If soot is present
anywhere on your water heater, immediately
shut the unit down and contact your dealer or
a qualified service agency. Soot is a sign of
incomplete combustion and must be corrected
before operating the water heater.
Draining the water heater
The Suburban water heater tank is drained by
removing the anode rod (an Atwood water
heater is manufactured differently and it does
not have an anode rod). To extend anode life,
drain water from the water heater tank
whenever the RV is not being used. Avoid any
extended time of non-use with water in the
water heater tank. The water heater should be
drained and bypassed during the winterization
process particularly if introducing RV
antifreeze into the plumbing system.
Water heater bypass
Figure 11 Water heater bypass valves
The water heater bypass is a three-valve
system located behind the water heater. The
water heater bypass valves must be in the
NORMAL position (open the hot and cold
valves, close the mixer – or middle – valve) to
use the water heater (and when sanitizing). If
winterizing the RV plumbing system, position
the three valves to the BYPASS position
(close the hot and cold valves, open the mixer
- or middle - valve).
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In an RV plumbing system, a valve is
closed by moving the handle
perpendicular to the plumbing line
(preventing water flow).
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The valve is open if the handle is
positioned in-line with the plumbing line
(allowing water flow).
Please contact your dealer or Entegra
Customer Service if you have any questions
about the valve positions or bypassing the
water heater.
If the RV is to be stored over the winter
months, the water heater must be drained to
prevent potential damage from freezing.
Damage to the water heater caused by
freezing is not warrantable.
F
AUCETS
RV faucets operate much the same way as
the faucets in your home. Make sure there is
sufficient water available and, if dry camping,
the 12-volt water pump is turned ON before
operating. To open the faucets, turn the hot
and cold knobs ON and adjust the
temperature to your comfort level. Close the
faucets when a sufficient amount of water is
released. The shower faucet requires a
vacuum breaker when the shower hose and
Normal use
Closed
Open
Water temperatures over 125°F (49°C) can
cause severe burns instantly or death from
scalds; therefore, be careful when using
hot water. Always test the water
temperature before showering or washing.
Summary of Contents for Legacy Fifth Wheel 2009
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