To
assure
complete
sanitation
of
your potable water system,
it
is
recommended
that
the
following
procedures be followed
on
2
new
system,
one that has
nor
been
used for
a
period of
time,
or
one
that
may
have become contaminated.
1.
Prepare
a
chlorine solution
using one
gallon
of
water
and
%/4
cup
of
Chlorox
or
Purex
household
bleach
(5%
sodium
hypochlorite soIutisn). Pour
onc
gallon
of
solution
into
hank
for
each
15
gallons
of
tank
capacity.
2.
Complete
filling
of
tank with fresh water.
Open
each
faucet
and
drain cock
until
all air
has
been
released from
the
pipes
and
entire system
is
filled.
3.
AHow
to
stand
for
three
hours.
4.
Drain and flush
with
potable fresh water.
5.
To
remove any excessive chlorine taste
or
odor
which
might
remain, prepare
a
solution of one
quart
vinegar:
to
five
galons
water
and
allow
this solution
to
agitate
in
rank
for
several
days
by
vehicle
motion.
6.
Drain tank
and
again
flush
with potable water.
FRESH
WATER
SYSTEM
Fresh
water
can be
supplied to
pump
from two
methods,
either
from
direct
~ity
water
hook-up
or
from
a
fresh water tank.
A
water hose
from
city
water connection
to
supply faucet needs to
be
installed.
Press
handle
on
hand pump down
and
hold
to
receive
water.
We
recommend that
a
35
lb.
water pressure regulator
be
used
(optional) to control pressure
and
insure safety
of
system.
Some
campgrounds have high water pressure
of
180
P.S.H.
and
over.
A
10
or
15-gallon
water
supply
tank is provided
in
most
modeis.
("J"series
have
a
5-gallon jug.)
Use
a
hose to
gravity
fill
the
water tank. An overflow
hose
is
supplied and connected
to
the
tank.
To pump
water,
Iift
handle and down
again,
repeatedly
ta
obtain a
pumping
type effect.
This
will
draw water
after
about
3-5
times.
Continue to pump
until
desired supply
has
been reached.
To Next Page
Loading...