Maintenance - Dometic 8000 Series Operation Manual

Toilets
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MAINTENANCE

RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE: Do not use abrasive cleaners, caustic chemicals,
or lubricants and cleaners that contain alcohols or petroleum distillates. These substances may
cause damage to the toilet's internal seals.
4.1 Cleaning the toilet
➤ Use non-abrasive cleaners to maintain the original appearance of the toilet.
4.2 Setting an inspection schedule
Inspection schedule
Monthly
Yearly
4.3 Preparing the toilet for an extended period of non-use
➤ Flush the toilet in normal mode.
➤ Add 4 oz (120 ml) of liquid biodegradable laundry detergent. The laundry detergent should
not contain bleach or other environmentally harmful substances.
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If sea water is used for flushing:
➤ Turn off the power to the sea water pump.
➤ Pour fresh water directly into the bowl during the flush cycle.
➤ Flush the toilet five times to clear the bowl.
➤ Turn off the water supply to the toilet.
➤ Flush the toilet without water four times to clear the remaining water from the system.
➤ Turn off the power to the toilet.
➤ Completely pump out the holding tank.
➤ If the system will be subjected to freezing temperatures, follow the above procedure, then
proceed to "4.4 Winterizing the toilet" on page 9.
➤ If the boat or RV will not be used for an extended period of time, or in the event of a long
electrical power interruption, shut off electrical power and water supply to the toilet.
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Inspection task
Inspect the toilet, plumbing, plumbing connections, wiring,
and wiring connections.
Open and close all of the plumbing valves, including the
seacocks.
Check the inline water filters and the vented loops for
blockages.
Check the water valve filter.
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