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PLUMBING & WINTERIZATION
WATER SYSTEM INFORMATION & SAFETY
Your camper is equipped with a two-part plumbing system – fresh water
and waste water.
The freshwater system includes:
• Fill Level Monitor Screen
• Nautilus Plumbing Control Panel
• Freshwater Holding Tank
• Water Pump & Filter
• Alde
®
Boiler (heats the water)
• Sink Faucets
• Shower Head
• Exterior Wash Station
• Water Fill Inlet
• Piping & Connections
The waste water system includes:
• Fill Level Monitor Screen
• Gray (waste) Water Holding Tank
• Drains
• Cassette Toilet
• Piping & Connection
Safety Information:
Before using the fresh water system for the first time and when de-winterizing,
the water system must be sanitized. During cold months the camper may have
been winterized at the factory or dealer lot.
• The water system is safe enough to drink from only if it is properly
sanitized. Most camping enthusiasts find it safer and easier
to supply their own bottled drinking water. Your best option may
be supplying your own safe drinking water rather than rely on
the water system in the camper to be pure and sanitary.
• Due to the smaller plumbing system in most recreational vehicles,
the pump can only supply a limited amount of pressure at a given
time. Use only one water outlet at a time. While showering
especially, do not open other faucets. Scalding and serious burns
may occur to the person in the shower.
• Always drain holding tanks when they are not in use. This will
eliminate contaminants from stale water and prevent freezing
in winter.
• Traveling with full tanks can reduce the amount of available cargo
capacity in the trailer and increase trailer sway. Depending which
tank is holding water a full tank will reduce or increase
tongue weight.
General Care:
• Road vibrations, excessive pressure from city water sources and
improper winterization are the main physical causes of water system
damage. Inspect all visible 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 water pump requiring
electrical connections.
• Be sure to read the literature supplied with plumbing appliances for
troubleshooting tips.
• If a leak or other problem persists after troubleshooting, consult
your dealer for further inspection and repair.
MONITOR PANEL
The monitor panel, containing controls for lighting and other equipment,
located near the entry door, includes controls to monitor tank fill levels and
a switch for the water pump. To see the various tank and battery fill levels,
tap the screen of the panel. Switches mounted onto this panel control the
lights and water pump as well.
PLUMBING CONTROL PANEL
The plumbing control panel feature is designed to simplify use of the
plumbing systems onboard. Three-way switches in the nüCamp monitor
panel and a switch on the plumbing control panel offer dual controls for
the water pump. There are five plumbing settings on the Nautilus P3
panel. Following is a brief explanation of each:
Sanitize –
For sanitizing the tanks and plumbing pipe system
Winterize –
Used when preparing your trailer for cold weather.
Dry Camp –
Used when depending on water in on-board tanks due
to no hookups.
Tank Fill –
Used when filling your tank in preparation for
dry camping.
City Water –
Used when a continuous external city water supply
is available.
More information for the equipped Nautilus panel can be found on the
manufacturer’s website at:
http://www.bandbmolders.com/index.php/
nautilus/
FRESH WATER TANK
An equipped fresh water holding tank stores water for you to use when dry
camping. It is important to note that 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.
Do not drink unsanitary water. If water
quality is unknown, do not drink.
Serious injury or in extreme cases death,
can occur.
WARNING
Use potable water only in the fresh water
system. Sanitize, flush, and drain water
tank before using. Failure to maintain
tank can result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
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
