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NOTE:
A gallon of water weighs approximately 8 lbs. If you add
30 gallons of water to your fresh water tank, multiplying
30 gallons by 8 lbs. will result in at least 240 pounds of
extra weight.
Monitor Panel/Command Center
Checking Water Tank Levels
While there are several different styles
of monitor panels, they all serve the
same purpose. They measure and dis-
play information, regarding levels for
water, batteries, and LP.
The monitor panel allows you to quickly
check the levels in the fresh water and
waste water tanks. Electrical sensors at
various points on the tanks send signals
to the monitor panel.
To check fluid levels, press and hold the
TEST SWITCH and read the level indi-
cators on the panel. The indicator is pro-
portioned in quarters (or in some cases,
thirds) with each light displaying the level contained
within the tank.
NOTE:
Residue on the sides of a tank or water with a low min-
eral content can result in a false reading. Help prevent
this from occurring by keeping your tanks clean.
Check the levels when you are sure of a tank’s contents,
and compare it to the reading on the monitor panel. If
you are concerned about the accuracy of the monitor
panel, have it checked at your local service center.
Water Pump
Plumbing System
The motorhome plumbing system has basically two
water systems: the fresh water system and the waste
water system. Potable (fresh) water is supplied by either
the fresh water tank you have onboard your coach or by
connecting to the city water fill at the campground.
NOTE:
When connecting to city water, (water from the faucet at
the campground), use only a water hose which was
manufactured and labeled for potable (drinkable) water.
This will ensure the hose will not alter the taste of the
water and that the hose has been sanitized for that pur-
pose. To be sure you maintain sanitary drinking and
cooking water, never use the hose for any other purpose.
You can purchase this type of hose at almost any camp-
ing store.
NOTE:
When connected to city water, be sure your water pump
switch is in the OFF position. The pump is not needed
when connected to city water, since that fresh water
source is already pressurized. Use the pump only when
obtaining water from your onboard fresh water tank and
you are disconnected from any exterior water source.
When using your onboard water, be sure your water
pump switch is in the ON position.
Water Pump
The RV water pump operates on
12 volt power and is totally automatic,
when the pump switch is in the ON
position. Operation begins when a fau-
cet is turned ON, provided you are not
connected to a city water fill.
When a faucet is turned ON, the pump automatically
draws water from the onboard fresh water tank. The
pump supplies the pressure needed to move the water
through the water lines. The water pump switch is
located on the monitor panel.
Before turning the water pump ON:
•
Ensure there is adequate water in the fresh water
tank.
•
Be sure the water heater BYPASS valves are set to
NORMAL MODE, allowing water to enter.
•
Open all faucets, both HOT and COLD, including
any tub and/or shower faucets.
Turn the pump switch ON, and allow the pump to fill the
water lines and hot water tank. After water is running in a
steady stream from all faucets, turn the faucets OFF. The
water pump should stop operation automatically when all
faucets are closed. The pump should now run ‘ON
DEMAND’ when a faucet is opened and stop when the
faucets are closed.
CAUTION
Never operate the water pump if the fresh water
tank is empty. Damage to the pump may occur.
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