Fleetwood 1999 American Tradition Parts And Service Manual page 154

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Drain the fresh water tank by opening the cold low
point drain valve located inside the basement utility
compartment. Leave the valve open.
Turn water pump on (12-volt power must be on). Open
a cold water faucet. When the flow of water stops, turn
the pump off.
Open water faucets, then open the low point drain
valves on the HOT and COLD water pipes. Leave
these valves open. (See Plumbing chapter).
Drain the water heater by opening the drain plug at the
bottom of the heater and the safety valve at the top.
Disconnect washer HOT and COLD lines and drain
(washer/dryer option only).
Run washer through the spin cycle with lines discon-
nected to remove water from the washer (washer/dryer
option only).
Flush the toilet. Operate toilet sprayer, if equipped.
Drain the showerhead by opening the valve. Let all
water drain out the tub spout. Leave the valve open.
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When each faucet has been drained, close all faucets,
water line drain valves and the fresh water tank drail).
valve. Install the water heater plug and close the safety
valve.
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Drain the waste water system by following the normal
procedure for draining the holding tanks. (See
Plumbing chapter).
Apply silicone lubrication to the knife valve actuator
rod(s). Be sure ALL water from ALL plumbing fix-
tures has been drained.
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CAUTION
Draining the water sys-
tem alone will not provide
adequate cold weather
protection. If the motor
home is to be unheated
during freezing tempera-
tures, consult your dealer
for the best winterizing
procedure fOr your cli-
mate. Your dealer can
winterize your motor
home for you or can sup-
ply you with one of the
special antifreezes which
are safe and approved for
use in RV water systems.
Follow the instructions
furnished with the
antifreeze.
WARNING
Do not use automotive or
windshield washer anti-
freeze in the motor home
water system. These solu-
tions ·may be harmful if
swallowed.
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