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 TrouBLeSHooTinG GuiDe

1.  Water will not stay in bowl.

 

2.  Plastic flush ball will not close 

completely. 

3.  Flush ball will not open. 

4.  Water does not shut off in 

toilet (toilet overflows).

5.  Water does not enter toilet 

bowl properly.

6.  Water leaking from water 

valve.

a.  Loose clamp ring.

b.  Improper seal around flush ball due 

to dirt or debris on underside of  ball 

seal.

c.  Worn or damaged seal.

d.  Worn or damaged flush ball. 

a.  Too much friction between flush ball 

and ball seal.

b.  Water valve screws are too tight.

c.  Defective spring cartridge.

a.  Broken shaft.

b.  Shaft not fully engaged in the  

spring cartridge. 

 

 

a.  Dirt lodged in water valve seal.

a.  Insufficient water flow rate at toilet.

b.  Water valve clogged.

c.  Plugged rim wash holes in toilet.

a.  Water valve body cracked due to 

freeze damage.

b.  Water line connection is loose or not 

seated properly.

c.  Defective water valve.

d.  Stripped threads.

a.  Tighten clamp ring adjusting nut.

b.  Inspect flush ball and underside of 

seal for foreign objects. Clean 

 

under seal if needed.

c.  Replace seal.

d.  Replace flush ball. 

a.  Lubricate between flush ball and ball 

seal with furniture polish or cooking 

spray.

b.  Loosen screws slightly.

c.  Check spring tension by pushing 

flush lever down, then release it 

suddenly. If lever does not snap 

back into original position, replace 

spring cartridge. 

a.  Replace shaft.

b.  Put pressure on shaft from under 

the flush ball (pushing into spring 

cartridge) until it engages. You may 

have to rotate flush ball slightly until 

shaft lines up with square in  

spring cartridge.

a.  Disassemble and clean water  

valve.

a.  Check water flow rate at toilet. Rate 

should be 2 gpm (7.6 lpm) at toilet.

b.  Remove and clean screen located 

 

at inlet of water valve.

c.  Clean holes. If still a problem, 

 

replace the toilet bowl.

a.  Replace water valve.

b.  Insure that threads are not cross-

threaded and tighten.

c.  Replace water valve.

d.  Replace water valve.

 

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Summary of Contents for VacuFlush 140 Series

Page 1: ...sult in property damage WARNING IMPORTANT NOTICE VacuFlush sanitation systems must be installed according to Dometic s recommended procedures Do not attempt installation without first contacting a Sea...

Page 2: ...ice when installed with holding tank No impellers or macerators vacuum pump motor can run dry without burning up No dynamic seals Vacuum tank and vacuum generator design eliminates clogging problems a...

Page 3: ...acuum switch located on the vacuum tank When this switch senses a drop in vacuum in the system it automatically signals the pump to energize and bring the vacuum to operating level This process is nor...

Page 4: ...the system 5 If the system does not function properly refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual and repair as necessary If problem persists contact your local SeaLand product dealer 1 To add...

Page 5: ...t three times This procedure will minimize any remaining water in the sanitation hoses 5 Turn off power to the vacuum pump 6 Completely pump out holding tank If system will be subjected to freezing te...

Page 6: ...kit part number 385310228 Vacuum Tester Service Tip Checking for leaks behind or under toilets or other appliances can make it difficult to locate the source Dripping water at room temperature makes i...

Page 7: ...Parts List for information Toilet Dimensions Models 147 148 149 Toilet dimensions may vary 3 8 inch 10 mm Convenience Products Your marine dealer has SeaLand deodorants tissue and other accessories on...

Page 8: ...f needed c Replace seal d Replace flush ball a Lubricate between flush ball and ball seal with furniture polish or cooking spray b Loosen screws slightly c Check spring tension by pushing flush lever...

Page 9: ...on applicable models and tighten the clamp ring b Replace ball seals a Leave small amount of water in bowl If water is sucked from bowl see problems 1 and 2 b Tighten all connections at toilet vacuum...

Page 10: ...g chemicals If blockage is not in base it may be found in these locations inlet of vacuum generator diptube of vacuum generator inlet of vacuum pump outlet of vacuum tank b See problem 11 c Replace du...

Page 11: ...rough Friday You may also contact or have your local dealer con tact the Parts Distributor nearest you for quick response to your replacement parts needs They carry a complete inventory for the SeaLan...

Page 12: ...igation other than that set forth herein Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one 1 year from the date of purchase for products use...

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