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Residential Stools (Resort Model Only)
Prior to transit, remove tank lid and place in safe location. Flush toilet to empty tank.
Using Toilet and Tank System
When camping you should always have four to six inches 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 wastes will proceed to the bottom of the tank. Unlike your toilet at
home which uses four to seven gallons of water per flush, the average recreation vehicle
system uses one to three quarts. 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. A
clogged tank and pipes could eventually occur.
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 travel 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 coach. 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 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 of water to flow into the tank.
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.
GRAY WATER HOLDING TANK
No special preparation is required. However, placing a small quantity of chemicals into
this tank, such as baking soda or a Thetford chemical, will reduce odors from food
particles in the system.
DRAINING THE TANKS
When hooking up to the sewer drain line in a campground, keep the termination valve on
the waste tank CLOSED until tank is at least 3/4 full. This will provide sufficient water
to assist in complete draining of tank. At this time, open the termination valve to empty
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