Section 5
PLUMBING
The waste water system in your Aviator is two separate systems. A gray water system that consists of the
drain lines and holding tank for waste water from the sinks and tub, and a black water system which
includes the holding tank and drain for toilet wastes.
Each system is self-contained and allows disposal of waste water at designated dump stations at your
convenience.
Components of the gray water system have drain traps, and both tanks (black tank for toilet waste,
and gray tank for sinks and showers) are vented to equalize air pressure and disperse odors caused by
drain water and wastes outside. Sometimes, the rocking movement of your Aviator while driving may
empty the drain traps of their water and allow odors of the gray water tank to enter your unit.
Residue in the drain water lines can also produce odors. To combat gray water holding tank odors,
an approved deodorizing agent should be used. An agent that dissolves grease and fats and contains a
detergent will help keep tanks and the lines clean and free flowing. You can obtain the deodorizer at most
campgrounds and stores that carry camping equipment.
If draining gray water tank directly into sewer inlet while parked, be sure to close termination valve for a
period of time before leaving. This allows some water to accumulate in the tank to use for flushing drain
line and flexible hose.
NOTE: IF CONNECTING TO A CAMPSITE SEWER INLET,
• DO NOT OPEN TERMINATION VALVES UNTIL TANKS ARE 3/4 FULL.
• DO NOT KEEP BLACK WATER VALVE OPEN WHILE PARKED.
Waste is
NOT
flushed directly into the sewer system. Only liquid waste is drained, therefore water must
accumulate and chemicals in tank need time to break down solids before they can be released.
Your Aviator comes equipped with a Black Tank Flush Inlet. This is located in the exterior convenience
center.
Connect one end of a hose to the Black Tank Flush Inlet, and the other end to a water source. Turn on the
source and the water will go into the inlet and around the black tank from the inside to clean it out. You
must have the black tank draining into an approved dump station
. DO NOT
dump black water waste on
the ground.
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