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General Care:
• Road vibrations, excessive pressure from city water sources
and improper winterization are the main physical causes of water
system damage. Inspect all plumbing joints and fittings often for
cracks and leaks. An unchecked water leak at a plumbing joint
can cause considerable water damage and costly repairs which
may not qualify for warranty coverage.
• It is possible for an electrical problem to cause water system
problems due to equipment like the pump requiring
electrical connections.
• Be sure to read the literature supplied with plumbing components
for troubleshooting tips.
• If a leak or other problem persists after troubleshooting, consult
your dealer for further inspection and repair.
MONITOR SCREEN
The main control panel, containing controls for lighting and other
equipment and located near the kitchenette, includes a screen to monitor
tank fill levels and a switch for the water pump. To see the tank fill levels,
tap the screen and a fill bar indicator will appear above each tank listed as
FRESH, BLACK and GRAY.
FRESH WATER TANK
An equipped fresh water holding tank stores water for you to use when dry
camping. Important information:
• The fresh water tank has overflow tubes connected into it that also
serve as air outlets when the tank is being filled. It is not unusual
for water to slop out of these tubes when the tank is filled.
• The tank’s water holding capacity may be higher than the amount
of water that can be pumped out of the tank and used. This is
normal due to the slight expansions of the tank when water is
inside it and the limitations of where the low point drain exits the
fresh water tank. A few gallons may be trapped inside at any
time. This can sometimes be remedied by dropping the side, front
or rear of the camper so as much water as possible flows into the
low point drain.
WATER PUMP
There are two 3-way switches for the water pump. One is located on the
nuCamp monitor panel and the other on the Nautilus Plumbing Control
panel. Either one can be used to control the pump. When the pump is
turned on it will run until the line is pressurized to about 45 PSI. The water
pump can be accessed under the dinette close to the shower wall. Refer to
the Water Pump Owner’s manual for detailed operating instructions.
Initial Start-up process and normal operation:
1. Make sure the fresh water tank is filled.
2. Place the pump control switch in the ON position.
3. Open all water outlets, both hot and cold, one by one.
Water holding tanks should always be
completely drained when camper is not
in use. Damage or unsanitary conditions
may occur when water becomes stale or
freezes.
CAUTION
4. Allow time for the system to be filled. Shut off each faucet as the
flow becomes steady and free of air. When the last faucet is turned
off, the pump should turn off as well.
5. The system is now pressurized and ready for normal operation and use.
6. During normal operation the pump will cycle on whenever a water
outlet source is turned on or when pressure drops in the line. A
check valve in the pump will keep water from back flowing.
7. If the pump cycles frequently while there are no water outlets open,
you may have one of three common issues:
a. Debris accumulation in the filter. Remove and clean.
b. Leak in the line between tank and pump. Have your dealer
repair the system.
c. Pump needs priming. This is sometimes due to a weak pump,
which will need to be replaced by your dealer.
SHOWER
The shower-head is removable for hand-held use. It may be equipped with
a water flow control device to conserve water usage while showering.
Showering Instructions:
1. Check water level in tanks via the monitor screen. You don’t want to
run out of water in the middle of a shower.
2. If dry camping, make sure 12V system and water pump are turned on.
3. Turn the Alde
®
system to hot water supply mode. Follow
instructions in the Alde
®
manual.
4. Enter shower, close door, and pull the shower curtain so it
securely covers all exposed wood areas.
5. Turn on exhaust fan to actively remove moisture vapor.
6. Remove the shower head, turn on valves, adjust the hot and cold
valves to desired temperature. Spray directly into the drain to avoid
unpleasant temperatures.
7. Water may be cold until hot water makes its way through the pipes
from the Alde
®
boiler. If it is continuously cold adjust the hot water
mixing valve underneath the sink.
8. To save water while showering, rinse, turn water off while applying
soap and then thoroughly rinse again.
9. Turn water off at the hot/cold knob, let excess water drain from
shower head and hang it up. It is normal for the shower head to drip
slightly after being turned off.
10. Wipe down shower with a dry rag to keep water stains to a
minimum and remove moisture.
11. You can crack open the shower door just a little and keep exhaust
fan running to draw air movement through to dry loosely hung
towels and clear the air of moisture. The less time the
shower is wet, the better it will hold up.
EXTERIOR WASH STATION
The wash station is intended for uses such as washing up before entering
the camper. A sprayer, resembling a shower, serves as the outlet and is
connected into the fresh water system.
Never exceed 50 PSI when using the city
water connection with the fresh water
system. Water damage may occur if fittings
or pipes fail under excessive pressures.
CAUTION
Never run the water pump dry. Damage
may occur and your pump may be
ruined. Follow all supplied manufacturer
instructions to properly operate pump.
CAUTION
The number one issue the nuCamp
Customer Service Team is asked concerns
the issue of no hot water. This is a simple
fix and is only a matter of adjusting the
hot water mixing valve to the (+) symbol
located near the Alde® boiler. Follow
manufacturer instructions for proper
valve adjustment.
HOT WATER?
