When camping, there are a few things you can do to help facilitate
the cleaning process later. First, you should always use some type
of chemical additive in your holding tanks specifically designed for
RV use. These types of chemicals will break down the contents of
the tanks and help ensure good drainage. In addition, try using
tissue designed for recreational vehicles. It will break down more
than residential style tissues, and usually never clogs your drain
valves.
DO’S and DON’Ts of Holding Tank Use
DO Clean the holding tank with an approved cleaner.
DO Add a special chemical additive to sanitize and improve
tank action.
DO Guard the tank against Freeze-up.
DO Keep the dump valves closed to allow the tanks to get
as full as possible to facilitate drainage.
DO Keep the dump valve closed and the drain cap in place
to allow the use of the system when not parked at a
campsite.
DON’T Put facial tissues, paper, automotive type anti-
freeze, sanitary napkins, diapers or household toilet
cleaners in your holding tank.
DON’T Put foreign objects in the system that could clog or
damage it in any way.
DON’T Use the toilet while driving down the road. All
occupants must remain seated with a secure seatbelt while
the vehicle is moving. Further, the vacuum caused by the
high-speed movement of the vehicle will cause the
toilet to act as a vent when flushed, causing severe odors in
the vehicle and possibly spraying waste into the interior of
the coach.
Holding Tank Flush System (Optional)
The optional holding tank flush kit can be installed on the gray and
black water holding tank systems. To use this system, connect a
water hose to the flush kit hose located inside the holding tank
dump valve compartment. Note that the lever used on this system
is not an “on/off” lever, but rather a selector for which tank you wish
to flush. After connecting your water hose, turn on the water to
begin flushing your tank. For best results leave the dump valves
closed until you have flushed each tank. Do not leave the flush
system unattended, unless you decide to leave your dump valves
open.
The optional glass container on the flush system hose is used to
house a sanitation tablet for sanitizing each tank. Tablets are
available at most RV dealers or RV parts stores.
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