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1. Level the unit for good system drainage.
2. Drain the waste water tanks (black then grey following drainage guidelines).
3. Turn the water pump switch off.
4. Open all faucets, and water heater drain.
5. Open low point drains on the water lines (pull up and twist valve) and the outside shower
to let water drain.
6. Drain the fresh water tank using outside spigot type drains.
7. When all lines are drained, close water tank valve, all faucets, water heater drain, and low
point drains on water lines.
8. Turn water heater bypass valve on to prevent tank from filling with antifreeze.
9. Remove water filter (if installed) and replace with bypass cap to protect filter.
10. If unit is equipped with an ice maker, turn off the water valve.
11. Remove water pump line at fresh water tank location and attach siphon hose to fitting.
12. Turn on water pump and let each faucet run until antifreeze flows freely from both hot and
cold lines. Also run the shower and toilet until antifreeze is visible.
13. Turn off water pump.
14. Pour one cup of antifreeze in every drain to protect the P-traps.
Before using the system again in warmer weather, completely flush the system with water, flush
the toilet, and sanitize the entire fresh water system. When using the recreation vehicle during cold
weather and water in a tank or drain line should happen to freeze, you should take immediate steps
to thaw it before damage to the system occurs. DO NOT continue to use water system components
if such a condition exists. If damage has occurred, make sure to have it repaired before using
again.
As with any mechanical system, your plumbing is subject to the development of problems. Most of
these problems can be greatly reduced if not altogether eliminated by following a schedule of
planned inspections and maintenance. Neglect of proper maintenance procedures is the usual
cause of most water system problems.
Road vibrations and shocks, as well as excessive pressure from some city water sources are the
main physical causes of water system damage. It is important to inspect all plumbing joints and
fittings often for cracks and leaks. Water leaking from a plumbing joint can cause considerable
damage if left unchecked.
A leak somewhere in the fresh water system should be suspected whenever the pump is running
and all faucets and valves are closed. When the leaking fitting has been identified, attempt to stop
the leak by tightening. DO NOT over tighten. Plastic fittings rarely need to be tightened with a
wrench. If these fittings leak after tightening by hand, disconnect the fitting and check for dirt, scale,
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