NewMar Dutch Star 2011, Owner'S Manual

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7:4
2011
Dutch Star Diesel Pusher
by Newmar
6.
The pump is now ready for automatic operation. The pump will run when a faucet is opened and stop when a
faucet is closed.
7.
Never allow the pump to run for long periods of time without water in the supply tank. Pump damage or
blown fuses may result.
If water doesn’ t flow when a faucet is turned on while using the demand system, use the following trouble
shooting chart:
SITUATION SOLUTION
Pump running — no water 1. Fill tank
2. Clear the water line to the pump
Pump doesn't run 1. Check the pump switch
2. Check the 12 volt fuses
3. Check the electrical connections
4. Check the battery
All of the water should be drained from the fresh water system when the unit is not in use for more than one
week. For more detailed information regarding the water pump, refer to the water pump manufacturer’ s brochure
in your Owner’ s Information Package.
City Water Hook-Up
When connecting your unit to city water, be certain to use a water hose manufactured and labeled for potable
water. This will ensure that the hose will not alter the taste of the water. To hook the city water supply to the unit,
connect one end of the hose to the city water supply. This will usually be a faucet or valve similar to your garden
hose valve at home.
Turn the city water supply on for a few seconds in order to clear the line. Once the hose has been flushed, turn the
supply off. Connect the other end of the hose to the city water connections. Turn on the water supply and open all
of the faucets to clear the air from the lines in the unit. Once air pockets have been purged from the water lines
and water flows freely, close all of the faucets. The city water supply is under pressure; therefore the water pump
is not necessary when connected to city water. Once the city water fill valve is opened, water is supplied to the
fresh water system including the hot water heater, faucets, and stool. To disconnect from the city water supply,
close the valve and remove the hose from the city water supply. Disconnect the hose from the city water
connection and store the hose in the water compartment.
Fresh Water Tank Fill
The fresh water tank is filled from the city water hook-up. The valve located in the service compartment near the
water hook-up determines whether the city water is going through the water system or into the fresh water tank.
An additional way to fill the fresh water tank is with the winterizing intake hose placed in a bucket of water (See
Chapter 9). Since there is not an automatic shut-off for the fresh water tank fill, check the level from the monitor
panel while filling the unit. The excess water will be vented from an overflow vent pipe onto the ground when the
tank capacity has been reached. This pipe is installed in the fresh water tank to prevent tank rupture from
overfilling. All of the water should be drained from the fresh water system when the unit is not in use for more
than one week. Whenever possible, drain the fresh water tank before traveling. Water in the tank will reduce the
carrying capacity of the unit.