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CHAPTER IV
THE SYSTEMS
PLUMBING
SANITIZING WATER SYSTEM
We recommend that you completely sanitize the water system after delivery,
after long periods of nonuse, and after any suspected contamination. Various
commercial solutions approved for RV use are available to assist you in
sanitizing the system or you can use the following:
Prepare a chlorine solution using one gallon of water and 1/4 cup of household
bleach (5% sodium hypochlorite solution). With water tank empty, pour one
gallon of solution into tank for each 15 gallons of tank capacity. Complete filling
of tank with fresh water. Open faucets to release air. Pressurize system with
pump until water flows, then turn off pump and faucets. Allow to stand for three
hours. Drain and flush with potable fresh water.
To remove excessive chlorine taste or odor that may remain, prepare a solution
of one quart of vinegar to five gallons of water and allow solution to agitate in
water tank by vehicle motion (several days if possible). Drain tank and again
flush with potable fresh water.
FRESH WATER SYSTEM
Fresh water may be supplied to trailer by two different methods:
1. A 20 gallon fresh water tank is located under the sofa, dinette seat, or in a
cabinet.
2. A "city water" or direct hook-up from external water supply may be attached
to the pressure water inlet located on the off-door side of the trailer.
You may wish to add a water regulator to the line systems, as some
campgrounds may have water pressure in excess of 100 psi. A regulator rated
at 35 psi is suggested. (Removable type regulators are available.) If a water hose
taste is encountered, flush the hose by running water through the hose for a few
minutes, then fill the 20-gallon tank as needed.
WATER PUMP
When using the onboard water supply, the water pump must be activated. A
switch located on the cabinet below the kitchen sink activates the pump. This
will maintain water pressure while using the water from the fresh water tank. See
water pump manufacturer owner’s manual for more information.
