PLUMBING & BATH FEATURES
quart of vinegar to five gallons of water. Repeat steps four, five and six to run the solution
through the water lines. Drain the system and flush with freshwater.
WATER FILTER
This unit is equipped with a water filter (Figure13-7) which must be
removed before disinfecting the fresh-water system.
First remove the water filter and then replace cover to allow the
sanitizing solution access to the faucets. As installed, the filter will
remove chlorine, dirt, and other matter. The filter will also eliminate
most phenol (or similar) odors and tastes while delivering sparkling,
taste-free water for drinking and cooking.
The water filter is located in the sanitation compartment on the outside
of the motorhome. The water filter is not guaranteed to
Figure 13-7: Water Filter
remove the tastes and odors of iron and sulfur. To remove these impurities, you need to chlorinate the
water. Replacement filters are available that will filter iron and sulfur. Ask your dealer or RV supply center
about purchasing an iron and sulfur filter.
If you are traveling in an area where the water has high iron and sulfur content, then add one tablespoon of
chlorine bleach to every 10 gallons of water in your tank—this will precipitate the iron or sulfur so that the
filter can remove those impurities.
If you are at a site where the unit is connected to a city water supply, you will not be able to chlorinate the
system because the water flows straight to your faucets and not through the freshwater tank.
Filters should be changed every 6-12 months depending on the quality and quantity of water that is used in
your motorhome.
WATER HEATER BYPASS SYSTEM
This process is performed when winterizing your motorhome. Using the bypass
valve will keep antifreeze out of the water heater when winterizing the
motorhome. Draining the water heater during winterizing is a MUST.
BYPASS WATER HEATER FOR MAINTENANCE
This procedure is used for any maintenance that may be done to the water
heater. On the sewer board turn the blue handle valve to the city fixture position
and turn the red handle valve to the bypass position. (NOTE: You will still be able
to use your faucets and showers if necessary but it can only be done with pressurized city water and will
only receive cold water).
Figure 13-8: Water Bypass
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