Holdingtank Care - Fleetwood Southwind 1994 Manual

HoldingTank Care
Since holding. tanks doli't rely on any sophisticated
mechanical devices for their operation, they are virtually
trouble free. The most common problem is also an
unpleasant one-clogging. You can minimize the chances
of clogging by keeping the following considerati.ons in
mind: .
Keep the black water tank knife valve closed. Fill
tank to at least 3/4 full before draining. Be sure to
cover the tank bottom with water after draining.
Use only toilet tissue formulated for use in septic
tank or RV sanitation systems.
Keep both knife valves closed and locked, and the
drain cap tightly in place when using the system
on the road.
Use only cleaners that are approved for use In
septic tank or RV sanitation systems.
Use a special holding tank deodorant chemical
approved for septic tank systems in the black
water holding tank.These chemicals aid the break-
down of solid wastes and make the system much
more pleasant to use.
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Do not put facial tissue, paper, ethylene glycol- .
based or other automotive antifreeze, sanitary
napkins or household toilet cleaners in the hold-
ing tanks.
Do not put anything solid in either tank that could
scratch or puncture the tank.
If the drain system does get clogged:
Use a hand-operated probe to loosen stubborn
accumulations. Seriously clogged P-traps may
require disassembly. Be careful notto overtighten
when reassembling.
Do not use harsh household drain cleaners.
Do not use motorized drain augers.
Sometimes the holding tank valve will get clogged.
In this case, a hand-operated auger may be
necessary. Be ready to close the valve quickly
once the clog is bleared. If the seal gets damaged,
It is easily replaced. Replacement seals are avail-
able from your dealer .