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STORAGE BELOW FREEZING
To avoid damage to the plumbing fixtures and
other components, we recommend that your RV
plumbing systems be properly drained and have
antifreeze protection. The following is a
procedure checklist you can follow if you prefer
to winterize your camper yourself. Many
owners prefer to have RV Service Center
perform this service.
1. Perform all steps in the short and long term
storage procedures.
2. Drain the fresh water tank by opening the water
tank drain and leave open.
3. Turn the water pump ON and open all hot and
cold water faucets. When the flow of water
stops, turn the pump OFF. Open the low point
drains on the hot and cold water pipes.
4. Drain the water heater by opening the drain
plug at the bottom of the heater and open the
pressure relief valve.
5. Depress the toilet flush pedal or hand-operated
lever. Shut OFF all faucets, close the water line
drain valves, fresh water tank drain valve, water
heater drain and pressure relief valve.
6. Drain the showerhead and hose by
disconnecting the hose at the faucet from the
inside and outside shower.
7. Drain the waste water system by following the
normal procedure for draining the holding
tanks.
8. Be sure ALL water from ALL plumbing has
been drained.
9. Disconnect the 120-volt power cord .Draining
the water system alone will not provide
adequate cold weather protection. If the RV is
to be unheated during freezing temperatures,
consult your dealer for the best winterizing
procedure for your climate. Your dealer can
supply you with one of the special non-toxic
antifreezes that are safe and approved for use in
RV water systems. Follow the instructions
furnished with the antifreeze. Do not use
automotive or windshield washer antifreeze in
the trailer water system. These could be harmful
if swallowed.
WINTERIZING
1. Make sure the water pump switch is off.
2. Insert the hose from the winterizing valve (if
equipped) into a container of RV approved non-
toxic anti-freeze.
3. Turn the water heater bypass valve to Bypass
Position (if equipped) and drain the water heater
by removing the drain plug and opening the
safety relief valve. Open faucets to relieve
pressure. (Hot and Cold) Open the hot and cold
low point drains.
4. Drain the water tank by opening the tank drain
and leave open to drain completely.
5. After the system is completely drained, close all
faucets and turn off the low point drain valves.
6. Turn the winterize valve to “Winterize”
position.
7. Turn ON the water pump switch.
8. Open the hot water faucet farthest from the
water tank. When antifreeze appears, let at least
one cup run down the drain to winterize the P-
trap. Do the same to all other water outlets, hot
and cold, including shower, toilet and outside
shower.
9. Turn OFF the pump switch.
10. Open a water faucet to relieve pressure, and
then close.
11. The procedure is complete.
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