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Faucets
The faucets operate much the same way as the faucets in your home. Make sure there is
sufcient water available and, if dry camping, the 12-volt water pump is turned ON before
operating.
To open the faucets, turn the hot and cold knobs ON and adjust the temperature to your
comfort level. Close the faucets when a sufcient amount of water is released, turn the water
pump OFF if dry camping
Water temperatures over 125°F (49°C) can cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds; therefore, be careful when using hot water. Always test the
water temperature before showering or washing.
Bathroom Tub / Shower
The shower faucet includes a vacuum breaker for the shower. There are two purposes for
this breaker:
To prevent siphoning water through the hose from another xture.
To prevent water from being retained in the hose.
The showerhead DOES NOT have a complete shut-off valve (the complete shut-off is at the
faucet). The showerhead may drip slightly in the OFF position after use; this is normal and
does not indicate a leak or defect.
There may be air in the plumbing lines that will need to be bled out before a steady stream
of water comes from the faucet.
The bathing facilities in your recreation vehicle function similar to those in your home. Keep
the water heater and holding tank capacities in mind when using the fresh water system.
Long showers are not suggested due to the limited amount of water available. The used
water will drain through the plumbing pipes into the grey water holding tank.
1. Be sure the water heater is ON and had sufcient time to heat the water.
2. If dry camping, be sure your 12-volt water pump is ON.
3. Adjust the hot and cold faucets to the desired temperature before bathing.
4. To conserve water while showering, wet down and turn the water OFF while you use
soap, then rinse.
5. When you are nished, shut the water faucets OFF.
Unlike your home, the recreation vehicle does not contain a water pressure balance valve. If
someone is using the shower, it is recommended that the fresh water system NOT BE USED
until they are nished.
Maintenance
Read the manufacturer’s operator manual or label instructions. The tub/shower walls (if
applicable) in your recreation vehicle are made of ABS plastic material. Use a mild detergent
soap and warm water to clean. Contact your RV dealer for repair or replacement.
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