Water system problems and leaks usually fall into two categories: system
problems and problems caused by improper use or lack of attention. These
problems usually stem from improper winterization, poor maintenance, road
vibration and campsite water pressure variations.
Check all plumbing connections for leaks at least once a year. If the water
pump runs when a faucet is not open, check for a water leak. Be sure the tank
drain valves are closed. If the system continues to leak take the motorhome to
an authorized dealer for service.
Disinfecting the water system with chlorine bleach (superchlorination)
protects you and your family from bacteriological or viral contamination from
any common water source.
Disinfect the water system:
• If the motorhome is new.
• If the motorhome has not been used in a long time.
• Every three months.
NOTE: An independently operated water pump with garden hose
connections and a container to hold prepared solution may be desired
to perform this task. The gravity fill may also be used to perform the
task. Remove cap off the gravity fill. Add the solution to the fresh
water tank. When finished, secure the gravity feed cap.
Use following procedure to disinfect water system:
• Prepare a chlorine bleach solution using 1 gallon water and 1/4 cup of
chlorine bleach. Use 1 gallon of solution for every 15 gallons of tank
capacity. Example: Add 2-2/3 gallons solution to a 40 gallon tank. Add
4-2/3 gallons solution to a 70 gallon tank. Add 6-2/3 gallons to 100
gallon tank. This mixture puts a 50 ppm (parts per million) residual in
the water system, and acts as a quick-kill dosage for harmful bacteria,
viruses and slime-forming organisms. Concentrations higher than 50
ppm may damage the water lines and/or tanks.
• Drain the fresh water tank. Close the drain and pump the solution (if
desired) into the fresh water tank using an independently operated
pump and a garden hose connected to City Water Hook-Up on the
water control panel. It can be poured into the fresh tank using the gravity
fill and a funnel. Open each faucet, in turn, and run the water until you
smell a distinct chlorine bleach odor. Do not forget the hot water, tub
and shower faucets.
• Allow the system to stand for four hours.
• Drain the system and flush with fresh water. The drain is located in the
outside water control compartment. Flush with fresh water repeatedly,
until the water system no longer smells or tastes like chlorine bleach.
Water Systems
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DIPLOMAT
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WATER SYSTEM -
Disinfecting
Fresh Water
WATER SYSTEM -
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