The shower faucet (if so equipped) requires a
vacuum breaker when the shower hose and
head are used. There are two purposes for this
breaker:
0 To prevent siphoning water through the
hose from another fixture.
0 To prevent water from being contained 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.
For more information
Refer to the OEM operator’s manual located in
your Goodie Bag.
BATHROOM SHOWER
(IF SO EQUIPPED)
Your bathing facilities in the RV function similar
to those in your home. Prepare the bath or
shower curtains to prevent water from spilling
onto the floor. 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
sufficient 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 finished, shut the water
faucets OFF.
Unlike your home, the RV 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 he or
she is finished.
Maintenance
Read the OEM operator’s manual. The shower
walls (if applicable) in your RV are made of
ABS plastic material. Use a mild detergent
soap and warm water to clean (these cleaning
instructions are similar to those recommended
for fiberglass tubs and shower walls). Contact
your RV dealer for repair or replacement.
Do not use gritty or abrasive particle soaps or
scouring compound to clean ABS plastic.
Avoid using “Citrus” or biodegradable cleaners
which contain “D-Limonene.” They will
damage plastic materials.
WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM
(IF SO EQUIPPED)
The water purification system is located under
the kitchen sink. If the water supply has not
been used for some time, allow the water to
flow for several minutes to flush the system.
When not in use, the water filter cartridge
should be stored out of freezing temperatures.
RV antifreeze will damage the water filter
cartridge. The OEM has supplied a clear
plastic bypass hose with fittings on either end
to replace the water filter cartridge when the
RV is being winterized. This clear plastic
bypass hose is re-usable; store it when it is not
in use.
Each new RV is winterized with RV antifreeze
before it leaves Jayco, Inc. To use the water
purification system the clear plastic bypass
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SECTION 5
PLUMBING SYSTEM
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.
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