Teardrop Campers • nucamprv.com
34
nucamprv.com • Teardrop Campers
35
WATER PUMP
There are two 3-way switches for the water pump. One is located on
the main control panel and the other on the Nautilus plumbing Control
panel. Either one can be used to control the pump. When the pump is
turned on it will run until the line is pressurized to about 45 PSI. The water
pump can be accessed under the bed/wardrobe close to the plumbing
control panel. Refer to the water pump owner’s manual for detailed
operating instructions.
Initial Start-up process and normal operation:
1. Make sure the fresh water tank is filled or has some water in it.
2. Turn the water pump switch to ON. You should hear the pump running.
3. Open all water outlets, both hot and cold, one by one until the
water flow is steady then shut it off. When the last faucet is turned
off, the pump should turn off as well.
4. The system is now pressurized and ready for normal operation
and use.
5. During normal operation the pump will cycle on whenever a water
outlet source is turned on or when pressure drops in the line. A
check valve in the pump will keep water from flowing backward.
6. If the pump cycles frequently while there are no water outlets open,
you may have one of three common issues:
a. Debris accumulation in the filter. Remove and clean.
b. Leak in the line between tank and pump. Have your dealer
repair the system.
c. Pump needs priming. This is sometimes due to a weak pump,
which will need to be replaced by your dealer.
SHOWER
The shower head may be equipped with a water flow control device to
conserve water usage. This helps conserves water when dry camping..
Showering Instructions:
1. Check water level in tanks via the monitor screen. You don’t want to
run out of water in the middle of a shower.
2. If dry camping, make sure 12V system and water pump is turned on.
3. Turn the Alde
®
system to hot water supply mode. Follow
instructions in the Alde
®
manual.
4. Turn on ceiling exhaust fan to actively remove moisture vapor.
5. Enter shower and close door securely.
6. Pull shower curtain around so it securely covers all exposed
wood areas.
7. Remove the shower head, turn on valves, adjust the hot and cold
valves to desired temperature. Spray directly into the drain to avoid
unpleasant temperatures.
Never run the water pump dry. Damage
may occur and your pump may be
ruined. Follow all supplied manufacturer
instructions to properly operate pump.
CAUTION
8. Water may be cold until hot water makes its way through the pipes
from the Alde
®
boiler. If it is continuously cold you may need to
adjust the hot water mixing valve underneath the bed.
9. To save water while showering; rinse, turn water off while applying
soap and then thoroughly rinse again.
10. Turn water off at the hot/cold knob, letting excess water drain from
shower head. It is normal for the shower head to drip slightly after
being turned off.
11. Wipe down shower with a dry rag to keep water stains to a
minimum and remove moisture.
12. You can keep the shower door cracked just a little and keep exhaust
fan running to draw air movement through to dry loosely hung
towels and clear the air of moisture. The less time the shower is wet,
the better it will hold up in the long term.
EXTERIOR WASH STATION
The wash station is intended for uses such as washing up before entering the
camper. A sprayer, resembling a shower, serves as the outlet and is connected
into the fresh water system in the Nautilus Plumbing Control Panel.
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. Unhook the water hose and sprayer from the Nautilus plumbing
control panel 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.
The number one issue the nuCamp
Customer Service Team is asked concerns
the issue of no hot water. This is typically
a simple fix and is only a matter of
adjusting the hot water mixing valve
to the (+) symbol located near the Alde
boiler. Follow manufacturer instructions
for proper valve adjustment.
NO HOT WATER?
