Using Toilet And Tank System; Vents; Holding Tanks; Sewage Tank Preparation - Jayco COVE 2002 Owner's Manual

Using Toilet and Tank System

NOTE: For added convenience and better sanitation system performance, it is advisable to
always have four to six inches (10-15 cm) of water in the toilet.
Prior to using the sanitation system, it is strongly recommended to flush the toilet several times and
release sufficient water into the tank. If there is not a sufficient amount of water used during
flushing, waste materials may not evacuate properly from the drain line to the tank. Clogged tanks
and pipes could eventually occur. You should always have four to six inches (10-15 cm) of water in
the toilet bowl. The toilet system will perform better when water is run for ten to fifteen seconds after
flushing to ensure waste will proceed to the bottom of the tank. Unlike your toilet at home which
uses four to seven gallons (18-32 liters) of water per flush, the average park trailer system uses one to
three quarts (1-3 liters).
If you are hooked up to a sewer drain line on your lot, keep the termination valve on the waste tank
CLOSED until the tank is at least 3/4 full. This will provide sufficient water to assist in complete
draining of the tank. At this time, open the termination valve to empty the tank and close the valve
when the tank is empty. Repeat this process as needed, but NEVER leave the termination valve open
when hooked up to the park's sewer system.

Vents

Another important part of the sanitation system are the vents which release air from tanks. Each tank
has a vent pipe built into the park trailer through the cabinet, wall and roof. A vent cap is attached to
the roof and must be clear of obstructions to perform as intended. On some models the vent pipe may
be part of the drainage system referred to as a "wet vent." This means water flows downward as air
flows upward in the same pipe.

Holding Tanks

The final part of your system are the holding tanks. They hold waste and are located below the floor
of your trailer. The bath tub and sinks drain into the waste water tank, also referred to as the "gray"
water holding tank. The toilet drains into the sewage holding tank, also referred to as the waste
holding tank. Certain floor plans may also have the lavatory draining into the waste (sewage) tank.

Sewage Tank Preparation

1. Release one to two quarts (1 or 2 liters) of water into the toilet bowl.
2. Following the directions on your toilet chemical bottle by placing the recommended quantity
of holding tank chemical into the bowl.
3. Flush the toilet and allow at least two gallons (8 liters) of water to flow into the tank.
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CAUTION: It is important to add enough water to prevent solid waste build up. Follow
these directions each time after emptying your holding tank, except when winterizing.
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