Plumbing
Systems
and
Holding
Tanks
Low
Point Drains
To
dl"ain
hot and cold lines:
1.
Open hot and cold low point drains"
2.
Open the shower handle and faucet until all
water has drained from the lines.
Troubleshooting the
Fresh Water
System
Water system problems usually fall into two
categories: Inherent system problems, and
problems caused by neglect. System problems
are usually the result
of
road vibration and
campsite water pressure variations. Problems
of
neglect usually stem from failure to clean filters,
improper winterization, and poor battery
main-
tenance. Most water system problems can be
avoided by conscientious maintenance.
Leaks
Vibration, flexing and twisting while traveling
can work pipe fittings loose. Check
aIJ
plumb-
ing for leaks at least once a year.
If
the water
pump
IUns
when a faucet
is
not open, suspect a
leak. Be sure the tank drain valves are tightly
closed. Leaks occur most often around threaded
fittings. If necessary, tighten
or
clean and
tighten the fittings. Do not oveltighten fittings.
Connections at gaIJey and lavy fixtures should
not be tightened with a wrench. They will
nor-
maUy
seal with hand-tightening.
If
a leak per-
sists at one
of
the fittings, disconnect it com-
pletely and check for mineral deposits or other
foreign matter at the seating surfaces. Clean the
surfaces thoroughly and reinstall the fitting.
Connections at the water tank, pump and valves
are made with special clamps. They can be
replaced with standard automotive type hose
clamps.
Leaks caused
by
freezing damage can be pre-
vented by proper winterization
of
the system.
See the Storage chapter
of
this manual.
Freezing damage
is
usually extensive and may
include a burst water tank, split piping, and a
damaged water pump, toilet, and water heater.
If
you experience this type
of
damage, repairs can
best be made by an authorized Fleetwood
dealer.
For your safety, the shower faucet
is
equipped
with a vacuum breaker device. This device is
designed
to
prevent backflow
of
water into the
fresh water system, reducing the possibility
of
contamination
of
the water supply. When the
faucet
is
in the OFF position with the shower hose
held above the faucet, water will drain out
of
the
vacuum breaker. This drainage
is
not a defect, but
indicates that the faucet
is
working conectly.
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System
As approved by the U.S. Public Health Service,
sanitize the fresh water tank and piping system
whenever the system may have become
contam-
inated, has not been used for a period
of
time, or
before long periods
of
storage. This will dis-
courage the growth
of
bacteria and other organ-
isms that can contaminate the water supply. Use
a chlorine/fresh water rinse as follows:
1.
Prepare a solution
of
V4-cup household
liquid chlorine bleach (5% sodium
hypochlorite) to one gallon
of
water. Use
one gallon solution for each
15
gallons
of
tank capacity.
2.
Close drain valves and faucets, pour the
chlorine solution into the exterior fresh
water tank filler spout, and complete filling
at tank with potable water.
3. Turn water pump switch
ON. (Be sure you
have 12-volt DC power.) Open all faucets
individually until water flows steadily, then
turn them off. This will purge any air from
the lines.
4. Top off water tank with fresh water and
allow the system to stand for at least 4 hours.
5. Drain the entire system by opening
aU
potable water tank valves, plumbing line
drain valves, and operating faucets.
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