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SECTION 6 — WATER SYSTEMS
CAMELOT 2007
DO NOT use any type of tissue that
remains in one piece. Paper designed
specically for holding tanks is available
at most RV supply stores.
NOTE
Never dispose of sanitary supplies or
other non-dissolving items into the
system. Facial tissue, wet strength tissue,
paper towels or an excessive amount of
toilet tissue can create clogging in the
holding tank system.
CAUTION
DO NOT use any products that contain
petroleum distillate or ammonia in
place of RV odor controlling chemicals.
Petroleum distillate or ammonia will
damage the ABS plastic holding tanks
and seals.
What to Put in Holding Tanks
Grey Water Tank:
The grey water waste tank stores the sink,
shower and clothes washer drain water. A
reduced mixture of chemicals may help to
control odor in the grey tank.
Ensure that there is enough liquid in the
holding tanks prior to dumping the waste
holding tanks to provide a smooth ow through
the valve, drain pipe and drain hose. Empty
the waste holding tanks weekly to prevent
stagnation and overlling.
Black Water Tank:
Before initially operating the toilet, treat the
sewage holding tank with a pre-charge of water
and an odor-control chemical (available at most
RV supply stores). First, add approximately
three gallons of water to the holding tank. Next,
mix the chemicals, in accordance with the
manufacturer instructions, with approximately
one gallon of water. Pour mixture through toilet
to the holding tank. Be careful not to spill the
chemical on hands, clothing, toilet bowl or
carpet. Hot weather conditions may require
adjusting the amount of chemical used to control
odor. Repeat the chemical pre-charge to the
holding tank each time the tank is cycled.
WARNING
Most chemical mixtures for holding
tank odor control are poisonous. Follow
the product manufacturer’s directions
and warnings when using holding tank
additive. DO NOT use any products that
contain petroleum distillate or ammonia
in place of RV odor controlling
chemical. Petroleum distillate or
ammonia will damage the ABS plastic
holding tanks and seals.
Waste Drain Hose
A exible three-inch
sewer hose attaches
between the termination
drain and the shore
facility. The termination
drain is adjustable and
should be periodically
exercised. Sewer hoses
usually come in 10 or 20
foot lengths.
The shore tting for the sewer hose may be a
three or four-inch, male or female thread pipe;
or a four-inch pipe with no threads, covered
by a metal plate. Different style of adapters are
available to t most congurations. Hose ladders
may also be purchased to support the hose.
It is important that the hose remains secure.
Always tighten clamps and restraining
devices before use. Lay the hose inline between
the termination outlet and the shore tting.
Restrain the hose to prevent movement during
use. Wear protective and/or disposable gloves
when handling the sewer hose.
To Attach the Hose:
Remove termination cap. Align coupler
tangs with termination tabs. Twist
coupler clockwise 90º locking coupler to
termination outlet.
Attach other end of hose to drain service.
Restrain hose to prevent movement
during use.
Open the (small) grey water valve.
The black water valve remains closed until
the tank is full or until time of departure to help
prevent clogging. Use the outside faucet or
shower attachment for washing or rinsing the
sewer hose after dumping the black tank.
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