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Drainage (Fresh Water)
All permanent fresh water tanks can be drained. The type of drain used
is a turn valve with open/close position. This valve is located under the
floor underbelly.
To drain the supply lines and the entire system, you need to follow the
steps listed below. Locate the valve placed at the floor level or close to
the floor, found under the dinette, storage cabinet, and sofa. These
valves will be at the “lowest” point of the water lines.
To drain system:
1. Open all faucets including optional exterior spray port.
2. Open the fresh water tank drain.
3. Open the water heater drain.
4. Open all (two to four) low-point drains.
5. Open the toilet valve, hold or block if need be.
6. To empty the pump, start and allow to run up to 20 seconds.
Sanitation System
Toilets
The toilet used on these models is the Aqua Magic V, hand flush model
or foot flush.
Prior to using your toilet, be sure to add a proper amount
of deodorant chemical into the toilet with water. Flush
contents into tank plus two or three gallons of water.
After each flush, about two inches of water will be in
bowl, which is fine for travel. During usage, keep 4 to 5
inches of water in bowl to assist with flushing solids.
Operation
For hand lever operation, press lever all the way forward. To add water
to the bowl, press lever half way forward. Should your camper have foot
flush, hold pedal down half way for water only and all the way for full flush.
Unlike the toilet in your house which uses four to seven gallons of water
per flush, a recreational vehicle uses two to three quarts to save water
and space. When insufficient water is used during flushing, waste
materials may not evacuate properly from drain lines to tank, causing
“clogging” in pipe.
When hooked up to a sewer drain at a camp ground, ALWAYS keep the
termination valve CLOSED until the tank is at least 3/4 full. This will
provide sufficient water to assist in complete draining of tank.
Manufacturer of the toilet, Thetford Corp., offers a complete line of
deodorants, chemicals, and other convenience products for your use.
