Fresh Water System
FRESH WATER STORAGE TANK
Water is stored in an on-board storage tank and is
distributed to the various faucets by an automatic, self-
priming pump which is operated by the 12V electrical
system. This pump will function when power is available
and the pump switch is “ON”.
This water storage tank is filled through a special filler
cap outside the vehicle.
1.Before filling the tank, turn the pump switch to “OFF”.
2.Open the filler cap on the outside of the trailer.
3.Pour the water in from a bucket, or use a hose.
4.When the tank is full, close the cap before turning the
pump switch to “ON”
CAUTION: Overfilling the fresh water tank from
a pressurized source may cause serious damage
to the water tank or structural components.
Monitor water tank filling continuously.
CITY WATER
Water, under pressure, is provided when the trailer is
connected to a park or city water supply. Connect the
trailer as follows:
1.Turn the 12V water pump to “OFF”.
2.Remove the protective cap on the city water fill, and
connect a hose between the city water supply and the
city water fill on the trailer.
3.An in-line 60 psi pressure regulator is recommended
to protect the trailer’s water system.
4.Open the city water supply valve.
5.Open the faucets in the trailer and let the water run a
few minutes to clear the lines.
NOTE: As long as the water system is hooked
up to a city water supply, the on-board storage
tank and the 12V pump are isolated from the
system. Do not turn the pump to “ON” until the
city water supply is disconnected in order to
avoid damage to the pump.
FRESH WATER SYSTEM SANITIZING
Sanitize the fresh water tank and piping at least once a
year or whenever the trailer sits for a prolonged period.
This will discourage the growth of bacteria and other
organisms that can contaminate the water supply. Use a
chlorine/fresh water rinse as follows:
1.Prepare a solution of ¼ cup liquid chlorine bleach
(5% sodium hypochlorite) to one gallon of water for
each 15 gallons of tank capacity.
2.Close drain valves and faucets, pour chlorine solutions
into the fresh water tank filler, and complete filling with
fresh water.
3.Turn water pump switch “ON”. (Be sure you have 12-
volt DC power.) Open all faucets individually until water
flows steadily, then turn off. This will purge any air from
the lines.
4.Fill water tank with fresh water and wait three hours.
5.Drain the entire system by opening all fresh water tank
valves, faucets, and plumbing line drain valves.
6.Flush the system with drinking quality water. Let the
fresh water flow through the system for several minutes
to flush out the chlorine solution.
7.Stop the flow of water, close the tank valve, the faucets,
and drain valves.
8.Fill with fresh water and the system is ready to use.
WARNING: DO NOT use a contaminated system until
it has been cleaned and thoroughly flushed (4-6
flushes), with water. Keep children away from unit
until the water is safe to drink.
CAUTION: DO NOT run the pump without water in
the system. Always keep the pump switch “OFF”
when the system is empty or when connected to city
water. Running the pump dry can damage it and void
the warranty.
DRAINING THE WATER SYSTEM
If the trailer is to be stored in temperatures below freezing, the
fresh water system and the waste water system should be
drained as follows:
1.Empty the fresh water storage tank by opening the drain
valve located on the tank.
2.Turn the pump to “ON” and open cold water faucets.
3.Open the drain petcocks on the hot and cold water pipes
located in various locations depending on the model.
4.Open the drain valve on the bottom of the water heater (7/
8" wrench required) as well as the water heater safety
valve.
5.Open all the faucets and depress the flush pedal on the
toilet to promote drainage.
6.Drain the holding tanks using the outlined procedures in
the following section.
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