Jayco 2004 Talon ZX Owner's Manual page 51

DRAINING THE TANKS
On the outside of the trailer are labels (Fig. 4-12 & 4-13) that indicate the location of the gray and
black holding tank drain. A typical set up of the tank drain and termination valves is indicated in Fig.
4-14. Look for the labels to locate the drain and follow the instructions below to empty the tanks.
Fig. 4-12
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 the tank (see directions for
draining below) and close the valve when the tank is empty. Repeat this process as needed, but
NEVER leave the termination valve open when hooked up to the park's sewer system.
To empty tank:
1. Place sport utility trailer as level as possible to make drainage easier.
2. Attach a flexible sewer hose to adapter and secure with a clamp.
3. Remove cap and attach adapter onto valve housing.
4. Turn adapter 10ø to lock onto pegs.
5. Place other end into approved sewer system.
6. Open the 3" drain valve to drain the sewage tank.
7. Open the valve on the gray water tank to utilize the water to wash and rinse the hose.
All drain pipes have a "P-trap" installed into each line. Water in these traps prevent odors from
escaping into the sport utility trailer. During travel, water from the P-traps may spill and permit
odors into sport utility trailer. These odors come from food particles decomposing in the tank. By
adding water and using a RV approved deodorizing agent the contents will dissolve faster and will
keep the drain lines and tanks clean and free flowing. Chemicals are available at an RV supply store.
Most states and parks have strict laws and regulations to prohibit dumping of wastes of any kind into
anything other than proper disposal facilities or sewer systems. Almost all privately owned parks
have either a central pump facility or offer a campsite hookup of sewage. You can find lists of many
dump facilities throughout the United States in Woodall's, Rand McNally Camp Guide, Good Sam
Camp Guide, KOA Kampgrounds Camp Guide, and various other publications. Some fuel stations
also have dump stations.
The Systems
Fig. 4-13
Fig. 4-14
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