Oliver LEGACY ELITE II 2023, Owner'S Manual

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WATER SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
Your plumbing may develop problems. Most of these problems can be greatly reduced,
if not altogether eliminated, by following a schedule of planned inspections and
maintenance. Neglect of proper maintenance procedures is the usual cause of most
water system problems.
Road vibrations and excessive pressure from some city water sources are the main
physical causes of water system damage. It is important to inspect all plumbing joints
and fittings often for cracks and leaks. Water leaking from a plumbing joint can cause
considerable damage if left unchecked. Periodically, check all plumbing connections to
ensure they are tight and not leaking.
There probably is a leak somewhere in the freshwater system if the pump is running and
all the faucets and valves are closed. When the leaking fitting has been identified, turn off
any external water source and turn off the water pump before attempting to stop the leak
by tightening.
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CAUTION DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN! PLASTIC FITTINGS RARELY NEED
TO BE TIGHTENED WITH A WRENCH. IF THESE FITTINGS
LEAK AFTER TIGHTENING, DISCONNECT THE FITTING
AND CHECK FOR DIRT, SCALE, OR OTHER FOREIGN
SUBSTANCES THAT MAY BE CAUSING THE LEAK. CLEAN
THE FITTING THOROUGHLY AND REINSTALL. IF LEAKING
PERSISTS, SHUT OFF THE WATER SUPPLY UNTIL THE
FITTING CAN BE PROPERLY REPLACED.
TERMINATION VALVE MAINTENANCE
During the camping season, use a slide valve lubricant. Two to four ounces of this water-
soluble additive is poured down the drain into the gray tank and flushed down the toilet
into the black tank to lubricate the inside of the dump valve blades and to coat the inside
of the drains and tanks to aid in complete draining and trouble-free valve operation. One
of the most disagreeable RV repairs is replacing a stuck or broken dump valve with a
full holding tank. RV technicians hate it, and they get paid to do it. It is certainly no fun
when it happens to you, miles from nowhere, in the middle of a vacation getaway. A little
attention to the waste systems can avoid such scenarios.
WINTERIZATION
Proper winterization procedures of plumbing systems will typically be all that is
necessary to prevent the damage caused by freezing. Freezing damage can harm any
component of the system, including the water tanks, toilet, pump, and all piping. Be
sure to follow the winterization process outlined below. Local climates vary, and winter
maintenance needs may be affected.
If the Oliver is used in cold weather and left unheated for an extended period, the water in
a tank or drain line may freeze. If this occurs, you should take immediate steps to thaw it
PLUMBING