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11. After the water heater and water lines fill,
the air will stop bubbling out of the
faucets. Please note, the water heater will
hold approximately six gallons (22.7
liters) of water. Allow the water to run
long enough to ensure that the tank is full.
At this point, turn all faucets off.
12. Allow to stand for at least three hours.
13. Drain the water tank and water heater
completely by turning on all faucets until
tank and heater are empty. (If equipped
with a water heater bypass, Close valves 4
and 6 and open valves 1,2, 3, and 5. (Fig.
4-7 & 4-8)
14. Connect the garden hose to the city water
connection. Fill the tank.
• Make sure valves 1, 2, 3, and 5 are
closed and valve 4 is open. (Fig. 4-7 &
4-8)
15. Open the kitchen and bathroom faucets to allow air to escape the water
lines and water heater.
16. Turn the pump on and allow several seconds for the pump to prime.
17. After the water heater and water lines fill, the air will stop bubbling out
of the faucets. At this point, turn all faucets off. Please note, the water
heater will hold approximately six gallons (22.7 liters) of water. Allow the water to run long
enough to ensure that the tank is full.
18. Allow to stand for at least three hours.
19. Drain the water tank and water heater completely by turning all faucets on until tank and
heater are empty.
To remove excessive chlorine odor and taste:
1. In a large bucket, prepare a solution of 1/2 cup baking soda to one gallon (3.78 liters) of
water for every 15 gallons (56.78 liters) of tank capacity.
2. Repeat steps 5-10 above.
3. Allow the baking soda solution to sit in the tank for a few days while traveling or allow to
stand for a few days.
4. Repeat steps 13-16 from above.
5. Drain the water tank and water heater completely by turning all faucets on until tank and
heater are empty.
6. Your demand water system is now ready for use.
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1 & 2 - Low Point Drain Valves
3 - Tank Drain Valve
4 - Tank Fill Valve
5 - Tank Outlet Valve
6 - Winterize/Sanitize Valve
7 - City Water Connection
Fig. 4-7
Escapade Type C Owner's Manual
Fig. 4-8
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