Fleetwood 1985 Southwind Manual page 26

at one of these fittings, disconnect it completely and
check for 'mineral deposits or other foreign matter
at the seating surfaces.' Clean the surfaces thorough-
ly
and reinstall the f i t t i n g . ' ,
Connections at the water, tank, pump. and, valves
are made with special clamps. If these need replac-
ing, your RV supply dealer should be able to get
them for you.
Leaks caused, by freezing damage can be pre-
vented by proper winterization of the system. See
WINTERIZATION section of this manual. Freezing
damage Is usually eldensiveand may include a burst
,water tank/split piping, and a damaged water pump,
toilet, and water heater. If you experience this type
of damage, repairs can best be made by an au-
thorized Fleetwood RV:Service Center.
Clogged Filters
Dirt, mineral scale, or organic matter are filtered
out of the system by an in-line water filter on the
inlet side of the water pump. If you suspect aclog-
ged filter, it is easily removed and replaced.
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Loosen the clamps at the inlet and outlet
ends of the filter.
Pull the lines off the filter.
Try ;backflushingthe filter as a temporary
fix.
Install the filter and tighten the clamps sec-
urely,
• Operate the water pump and check for leaks.
. excessive Water Pressure'
·Some campground water systems may'operate at
pressures that can burst· the water .lines in your
motorhome or cause water;pumpfailure. Your RV
supply dealer can advise you on the best choice re-
garding water pressure regulators.
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WATER FILL
WATEfI TANK
WATER TANK O f I A I N - - '
LEGEND
_ _ COLO WAllE" SYSTEM
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HOT WATt" SYSTEM
TYPICAL R.V. WATER SYSTEM
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