Monaco DIPLOMAT 2004, Owner'S Manual

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WATER SYSTEMS
DIPLOMAT 2004
The grey water waste tank stores the sink, shower and clothes washer
drain water. No chemical is required in this holding tank; however, a waste
holding tank can produce odors. A reduced mixture of chemicals can help
with odor control.
Ensure that there is enough liquid in the holding tanks prior to dumping
the waste holding tanks. This provides a smooth flow through the valve,
drain pipe and drain hose. When cycling the tank with sufficient liquid, a
swirling action should remove accumulated solid wastes along with the waste
liquid. Empty the sewage tank weekly to prevent stagnation and overfilling.
The motorhome comes equipped with a power flush system to aid in
cleaning the holding tank. The power flush nozzle, located in the black tank,
helps reduce solid build-up. Use the tank flush each drain cycle. Failure to
thoroughly rinse the tank each drain cycle may result in solids
accumulating and a clogged spray nozzle.
Dumping the Tanks:
1. When preparing to dump the black tank, first close the grey water
valve.
2. Fill the grey tank to at least 50% by running water in the shower or
sinks.
3. Use the monitor panel to observe tank fluid levels. When the grey
tank is 50% full stop filling the tank.
4. Open the black water valve. Allow the black tank to drain.
5. Use the tank flush system.
6. Connect a non-potable water hose, with pressure regulator, to the
flush system fitting located in the service center.
7. Turn on the faucet allowing water to rinse the black tank at least
three minutes. Never operate the system unattended. Ensure the
water flows freely though the drain hose.
8. When completed turn off the faucet and close the black water
valve.
9. Open the grey water valve. The water in the grey tank flushes
any remaining solids from the hose. With the grey water valve
open, run two gallons of water down any drain to flush the grey
tank. The grey valve remains open until the next drain cycle or
departure.
WARNING: Never operate the flush system unattended.
Flooding may occur. Use the tank flush system each time the
holding tanks are cycled. Failure to routinely use the flush
system will result in a clogged spray nozzle. Turn off the
water supply when finished flushing the tank.
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Black Tank Flush
What to Put in
Holding Tanks - Grey
Water Tank