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1. Before using the sprayer make sure the fresh water system is turned on and working properly.
2. Attach the water hose and sprayer head to the Nautilus plumbing control panel.
3. Adjust water temperature and pressure by adjusting the hot and cold valves.
4. When finished washing, turn water off and drain excess water from the hose and sprayer head.
5. Disconnect the water hose and sprayer from the Nautilus plumbing control panel, stow and close
the compartment.
HOT WATER & MIXING VALVE
Hot water for the camper is supplied through the Alde
®
radiant heating system. It provides on demand
hot water as you need it. The equipped Alde
®
Flow system increases the amount of hot water available
for use. Refer to the Alde
®
Owner’s Manuals for specific operating instructions. The adjustable hot
water mixing valve mixes hot water exiting from the Alde
®
boiler with cold water. The factory sets the
hot water mixing valve at its coldest setting to avoid scalding accidents. When operating your hot water
system for the first time, adjust the mixing valve to your desired temperature. Instructions on how to
adjust the mixing valve are included in your Owner’s Packet.
WASTE WATER TANKS
The wastewater system has two tanks. The gray tank is for wastewater from the shower and sinks
and the black tank is for solid wastes from the toilet. Smells from the black tank system can be quite
unpleasant. Use of an RV holding tank deodorizer will reduce the smell and aid in breaking down solids
in the black tank.
Follow these steps before first use and each time the waste water tank is emptied and dumped:
1. Make sure the fresh water system is turned on, pressurized and bled.
2. Half press the toilet flush pedal or handle till there are about two quarts of water in the bowl.
3. Add an approved holding tank deodorizer according to package directions.
4. Flush toilet repeatedly until at least 2 gallons of water are in the black tank. This will keep solids
loose and promote better flow in the black tank.
5. Unpleasant odors from the gray tank can be controlled by adding ½ cup of baking soda or RV
holding tank deodorizer to the sink or shower drains and rinsing down with water.
The most common and unpleasant problem with the black tank is clogging. To minimize clogging:
• Cover the bottom of the tank with water immediately after dumping.
• Movement while driving will help liquefy solids. Adding water to the tank will also help.
• Use only RV grade single ply toilet tissue.
• Keep both knife valves closed and locked, and the drain cap tightly in place when using the
system on the road and anytime not connected to a dumping station.
• Use a special holding tank deodorant chemical approved for RV holding tank systems in the
black and gray water holding tanks. These chemicals aid the breakdown of waste and make the
system more pleasant to use.
• Do not put facial tissue, paper, grease, ethylene glycol-based or other automotive antifreeze,
sanitary napkins or household toilet cleaners in the holding tanks.
• Do not put anything solid in either tank that could scratch or puncture the tank.
Keep drain valve closed to minimize the
presence of sewer gases. Sewer gases
can be present when RV is connected to
campground sewage hookup. May lead
to illness or personal injury.
CAUTION
If the drain system does get clogged:
• Use a hand-operated probe to loosen stubborn accumulations.
• Seriously clogged P-traps may require disassembly. Be careful not
to over tighten when reassembling.
• Do not use harsh household drain cleaners or motorized drain augers.
• Sometimes the holding tank valve will get clogged. In this case,
a hand-operated auger may be necessary. Be ready to close the
valve quickly once the clog is cleared. If the seal gets damaged, it
must be replaced.
TOILET
The toilet is connected to the pressurized fresh water system. A single
lever arrangement controls the flushing and the flow of water into the
bowl. Most RV toilets are designed to function with a smaller amount of
water than household toilers. Unnecessary, frequent flushing of the toilet
will quickly deplete your fresh water supply and fill your holding tank. If
the black water tank becomes full, the toilet cannot be flushed until the
tank is drained.
To keep toilet blockage to a minimum:
• Only use an RV approved biodegradable 1-ply tissue paper and
deodorizing agents specifically designed for use in RV holding tank
systems. These products are available directly from your dealer and
most camping supply stores.
• Never use chlorine or caustic chemicals such as drain opener or
laundry bleach in your toilet.
• Never allow foreign objects (non-dissolving items) such as hygiene
products, paper towels, wipes, or diapers to be flushed through
the toilet.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual included in the Owner’s Packet or in the
packaging of your toilet for operating and detailed care instructions.
WINTERIZING/DE-WINTERIZING
Freezing climates can damage the camper’s plumbing system and
equipment. The camper must be drained and have antifreeze protection
before storing or camping in below freezing temperatures in fall/ winter.
This is done through a process called winterizing.
When getting the camper ready for camping season in spring you must
cleanse the potable fresh water system to remove all the antifreeze. This
process is called de-winterizing or sanitizing.
User instructions for winterizing, de-winterizing and sanitizing can be found
on the Nautilus plumbing control panel manufacturer’s website at:
http://
www.bandbmolders.com/index.php/p3-2/
There is a secondary method of
winterizing via a blowout plug connected
to an air compressor. Since there is a
risk involved with this method if the
system is not blown out thoroughly
and some water remains in the lines,
nuCamp recommends the RV antifreeze
winterizing method as a safer option.
If you wish to try the blowout method
consult your dealer for instructions and
training. Pressure in the lines must never
exceed 50 PSI when blowing out the
water system.
NOTICE
