Pacific Coachworks Econ, Owner'S Manual

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City Water Connection. To use city water, simply con-
nect a water hose from the campground, RV park or
other outside water source to the 3/4" swivel female
water hose service connector fitting located on left side
(or back) of your vehicle. A plug is provided with this
fitting to close it off when not in use.
Because water pressure from outside sources can vary, it
is recommended you use a pressure regulator at the
water source. If the pressure from your source is over 60
psi, you must use a pressure regulator. The recommend-
ed pressure range for a regulator is from 35 psi to 45 psi.
NOTE: The water pump switch must be OFF when
using the city water source.
Self-Contained Water System. The self-contained por-
tion of the water system consist of a large fresh water
storage tank and a 12 volt DC powered electric water
pump.
The water pump is a self-priming, on-demand pump. A
pump switch is located in the galley area. Turn the
pump switch ON while using the self-contained sys-
tem. This will deliver water to the water heater and
faucets and pressurize the system. The pump will
automatically activate whenever a faucet is opened and
run only as long as needed. It is recommended the
pump switch be turned OFF whenever you are away
from your RV. For further information, refer to the
water pump manufacturer's pamphlet included in your
owner information package.
NOTE: Do not run the pump without water in the
system (e.g., water tank empty).
A fill spout for the water tank is located on the outside
of your vehicle. Please notice the small vent hole next
to the filler spout. This vent allows air to escape as
water fills the tank. Never block this vent hole.
Use potable water only in the water tank. The system
should be sanitized before using for the first time, after
a period of non-use, or if the system has become
contaminated. The following warning label has been
located near the fill spout which reads:
WARNING:
POTABLE WATER ONLY
SANITIZE, FLUSH, AND DRAIN BEFORE
USING
SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY
To properly fill the water tank follow these
guidelines:

Do not wedge the water hose into
the filler pipe;

Do not leave the water hose
unattended while filling the water tank;

Do not overfill the water tank;

Discontinue filling immediately
upon observing the tank "full" indicator.
The tank "full" indicator is water back-
filling out the filler pipe and vent hole.
WARNING: DO NOT OVERFILL THE
WATER TANK. Excess water entering the
tank under normal pressure will expand the
tank and loosen the retainer devices or even
break them. This would allow the tank to
slide causing damage to water lines and the
surrounding structure.
Sanitizing the Potable Water System. The
following procedures are recommended to
assure complete sanitation of your potable water
system.
1.
Open tank and line drains and faucets to
empty system then close them.
2. Pour 1/4 cup of household liquid
chlorine bleach into the tank for each 15
gallons of system capacity (tank + water
heater).
3. Fill the tank with fresh potable water.
4. Turn the pump ON and open a hot water
faucet until water flows. This will fill
the water heater.
5. Open each faucet (hot and cold) briefly
to purge the system of air then close
them.
6. Top off the tank with water.
7. Wait at least three (3) hours. (Note: if a
shorter time period is needed, double
the amount of chlorine and wait one (1)
hour.)
8. Drain the entire system, then flush with
fresh potable water.
If an excessive chlorine after-taste or odor
remains, pour a solution of 1 quart vinegar and
5 gallons water into the tank. Allow this
solution to agitate in the tank (by vehicle
motion), then drain through the faucets. Once
again, flush with fresh water.