Water Pump; Water Pump Switch - Winnebago Journey Owner's Manual

SECTION 7
PLUMBING SYSTEMS

WATER PUMP

When your coach is not connected to a city
water supply, water is supplied from the fresh
water tank by a water system demand pump. A
demand pump is designed to run only when a
faucet is turned on and shut off soon after the
faucet is turned off. When you turn a faucet on,
the pump will begin to run, and it will continue to
run as long as the faucet is open.
The pump is self-priming and will run briefly
to build up line pressure when the Water Pump
Switch is first turned on. See "Initial Water Line
Priming" for instructions on using the water sys-
tem for the first time after a storage period or if
the tank and water lines have been drained.
Pump Strainer Filter
The pump is equipped with a cleanable strain-
er filter to capture any possible tank borne parti-
cles that could damage pump components.
NOTE: We recommend that you check and clean
this filter after each tankful of water dur-
ing the first frew uses of the water pump
system. Thereafter, remember to check it
at least yearly, such as during winteriza-
tion procedures.
Press cover in firmly and twist
counter-clockwise to remove
Water Pump Strainer
7-2
To Clean Pump Strainer
• Push the flat inlet cover in towards the
rounded bowl section and twist counter-
clockwise about 1/4 turn to disengage from
locking tabs.
• Remove the cap, then pull the strainer out of
the bowl. Tap out any particles and rinse
clean.
• Insert the strainer back into the bowl, then
twist the cap back into the bowl assembly to
close.

Water Pump Switch

Your coach is equipped with water pump
switches in three convenient locations:
• on the monitor panel (see section 8)
• in the bathroom
• in the utility service compartment on the out-
side of the coach
While any pump switch is in the "ON" posi-
tion, the pump will automatically supply water
pressure as it is needed. It is recommended that
the pump switch be turned off whenever you are
away from the vehicle or not using the water sys-
tem. A slow leak in a faucet could drain the water
system and discharge the coach battery.
NOTE: The water pump does not need to be
switched on while the coach is connected
to a city water hookup. See "External
Water Supply" on the following page.
Initial Water Line Priming
1. Make sure that all water drain valves are
closed, including water heater valve. (Refer
to Section 10.)
2. Turn water pump switch to "OFF" position.
3. Fill water tank.
4. Open all faucets, hot and cold.
5. Turn on pump switch.
6. Close each faucet as it begins to deliver a
steady stream of water (close cold water
first). Leave hot water faucets on until they
also deliver a steady stream of water. This
will ensure that the water heater is filled with
water.