Plumbing Systems; Sanitizing The Fresh Water System - Glacier A612 Owner's Manual

PLUMBING SYSTEMS

The plumbing system in your trailer is typically categorized into three primary sub-systems: Fresh water,
Gray water, and Black water. Fresh or Potable water is stored in the fresh water tank or is directly
introduced into the plumbing system by way of the city water fill located on the exterior of the trailer.
Gray water system consists of the waste water from the sinks and tub/shower. Black water system
consists of the waste water from the toilet. Road vibrations, and shock as well as excessive water
pressure from city water sources are the main physical causes of water system damage. It is important
to frequently inspect all plumbing fittings and joints for water seepage. Many times a minor leak is easily
corrected merely by hand tightening the plastic fittings. Do not over tighten the fittings.
NOTICE
Water leakage from plumbing joints may result in considerable damage if left unchecked. It is the
owner's responsibility to promptly take necessary action to lessen damage due to water leakage.
FRESH WATER AND WATER PUMP SYSTEM
The fresh water tank may be filled from the exterior water fill by inserting an open-end garden hose into
the city water fill then filling until the monitor panel indicates the tank is full. Only open the valve on
your garden hose faucet about 50% when filling the fresh water tank. Do not fill the fresh water tank at
full volume/pressure of your garden hose as full volume may not allow the tank to vent quickly enough –
thereby causing unnecessary strain on the tank.
1. Confirm water is present in the fresh water tank. You may visually check the tank or use the tank
monitor panel to confirm water level.
2. Open hot and cold kitchen, bath, and shower faucets.
3. Open the water heater bypass valve to allow water heater to fill.
4. Turn on the water pump.
5. Close each faucet after the water is flowing steadily.
6. The water pump will stop running when the water lines are fully pressurized.
7. The pump is a demand only pump which means that when the pump switch is in the "on" position the
pump will run when using water. Note: If the pump cycles on/off while not using water, you may require
minor adjustment of the water pump pressure switch or have a minor water leak in the plumbing
system. Seek service advice if the pump continues to cycle when not using water.

SANITIZING THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM

Keeping the fresh water system free of contaminates is critical in proper use of the fresh or potable
water system. To sanitize and reduce growth of algae and similar contaminants, you may sanitize the
fresh water system using the following procedure:
1. Drain the fresh water tank.
2. Prepare a chlorine solution of using one gallon of water and ¼ cup of liquid bleach for every 15 gallons
of tank capacity.
3. Close all drains and faucets.
4. Pour the solution into the fresh water tank by way of the exterior tank fill.
5. Turn on pump and open each faucet until the water flows freely and a distinct odor of bleach is
present. Close the faucets.
6. Allow the system to sit undisturbed for approximately 3 – 4 hours.
7. Drain the system by opening all faucets and drains while running the water pump.
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