Drainage; To Drain System; Sanitation System; Using Toilet And Tank System - Jayco Jay Feather 2005 Owner's Manual

Utilities/Systems

Drainage

The permanent fresh water tank can be drained by opening the drain valve located inside
the trailer under the dinette. The supply lines are drained by opening the low point drain(s).
They will be the lowest points of the water lines. Pull the "T" handle up to drain.

TO DRAIN SYSTEM:

1. Open all faucets including the optional exterior
shower.
2. Open the fresh water tank drain.
3. Open the water heater drain. (Consult the water heater
owner's manual for details.)
4. Open all (2 to 4 depending on the model of your
trailer) low-point drains.
5. Open the toilet valve, hold or block it if necessary.
6. To empty the pump, start and allow it to run 15-20
seconds.

SANITATION SYSTEM

Your trailer is equipped with a complete sanitation system. The components of this system
are the toilet, waste water and sewage holding tanks and drains for both tanks. Familiarize
yourself with all functions of the system. Read, understand and follow the information
found here as well as information in the "Set Up Camp..." chapter. If you have questions,
consult with your independent, authorized dealer for clarification.
Caution: For the protection of your sanitation system and the environment, always
use biodegradable toilet paper that is specifically rated for recreation vehicles. If
you have questions, consult with your independent, authorized dealer.

Using Toilet and Tank System

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NOTE: For added convenience and better sanitation system performance, it is
advisable to always have four to six inches (10-15 cm) of water in the toilet.
Prior to using the sanitation system, it is strongly recommended to flush the toilet
several times to release sufficient water into the holding tank. If there is not a
sufficient amount of water used during flushing, the waste materials may not
evacuate properly from the drain line to the tank. Clogged tanks and pipes could
eventually occur.
The toilet system will perform better when water is run for ten to fifteen seconds after
flushing to ensure that the waste will proceed to the bottom of the tank. Unlike a toilet in a
home, which uses four to seven gallons (18-32 liters) of water per flush, the average
recreation vehicle system uses one to three quarts (1-3 liters).

Vents

Another important part of the sanitation system are the vents which release air from the
tanks. Each tank has a vent pipe built into the trailer through the cabinet, wall and roof. A
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Jay Feather Conventional Travel Trailer