Monaco 2002 Diplomat - What to Put into the Holding Tanks - Black Tank; What to Put into the Holding Tanks - Grey Water

• Open the grey water valve.
• Run two gallons of water down a sink drain to flush the waste water tank.
• If applicable, close the grey water valve for transit.
• Disconnect and flush the drain hose with either the non-potable water
supply hose or the exterior faucet. Secure the sewer hose in the travel
location. Disconnect and stow the non-potable hose.
• Install the end cap (required by law in some states) and deck plate
when in transit to prevent leakage. Swivel sewer drain pipe up.
NOTE: Periodically lubricate the O-ring on the sewer hose
adapter with silicone spray. Use care when connecting the
hose adapter to the drain pipe in cold weather.
WARNING: When using the black tank flush do not leave the
motorhome unattended or flooding may occur. The sewage
tank flush system should be used each time the black water
holding tank is dumped. Failure to routinely use the sewage
flush system will result in a clogged spray nozzle. Turn off the
water supply to the black tank flush when finished.
The black water sewage tank stores toilet drain waste only. Before using the
toilet, treat the sewage holding tank with water that is mixed with an odor control
chemical. These chemicals are readily available at any recreational vehicle sup-
ply store.
The chemicals are poured into the holding tank through the toilet. Mix the
chemicals with approximately one gallon of water. Be careful not to spill the
chemical on hands, clothing or carpet as it can cause permanent stain.
Extremely hot weather areas may require adjusted amounts of chemical to
help with odor control. Each time the holding tank is dumped repeat the
chemical mixing procedure.
CAUTION: Do not use any products that contain petroleum
or ammonia in place of an RV odor controlling chemical.
Petroleum and ammonia will damage the ABS plastic holding
tanks and seals.
The waste tank stores sinks, shower and clothes washer drain water. No
chemical is required in this holding tank; however, keep in mind this is a waste
holding tank and can produce odors. A reduced mixture of chemicals may be
used for odor control.
Prior to dumping the waste holding tanks, be sure there is enough liquid in
the holding tanks to provide a smooth flow through the valve drain pipe and
drain hose. When sufficient liquid is in the tank a swirling action will result that
should take accumulated solid wastes along with the waste liquid when the tank
Water Systems
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What to Put into the
Holding Tanks
- Black Tank
What to Put into the
Holding Tanks
- Grey Tank