Supplemental Directives; General Safety Messages; Intended Use - Dometic M65-700 Instruction And Operation Manual

Gravity-discharge Toilet

1 .3 Supplemental Directives

To reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, please
observe the following directives before proceeding to
install, operate, or service this appliance:
• Read and follow all safety information and
instructions.
• Read and understand these instructions before
installing, operating, or servicing this product.
• The installation must comply with all applicable local
or national codes, including the latest edition of the
following standards:
U .S .A .
• ANSI/NFPA1192, Recreational Vehicles Code
• ANSI Z21.57, Recreational Vehicles Code
• American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC)
Canada
• SA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicles

1 .4 General Safety Messages


WARNING: FLOOD HAZARD . Failure to obey
the following warnings could result in death
or serious injury:
• If the toilet is connected to any thru-hull fittings,
always close the seacocks when the toilet is not in
use (even if boat is unattended for a brief period). All
passengers must be instructed on how to close the
valves when the the toilet is not in use.
• If the toilet is connected to any thru-hull fittings, all
flexible hoses must be of marine sanitation quality
and must be secured to any fittings (such as those
at the seacock or toilet) with two stainless steel,
worm-drive hose band clamps at each connection.
Connections must be checked frequently for
integrity.
• Ensure that seacocks are in the closed or off position
before installing the toilet or performing any
maintenance.
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• If the toilet uses fresh water for flushing and is
connected directly or indirectly to a shoreside
municipal water system at any time, shoreside water
connections must be disconnected if the boat is
unattended (even if boat is unattended for a brief
period).
• Use only Dometic replacement parts and
components that are specifically approved for use
with the appliance.
• Avoid improper installation, adjustment, alterations,
service, or maintenance of the appliance. Service and
maintenance must be done by a qualified service
person only.
• Do not modify this product in any way. Modification
can be extremely hazardous.
NOTICE: Do not overfill the holding tank, or damage
can occur to the sanitation system.

2 Intended Use

The Gravity-discharge Toilet (hereinafter referred to as
toilet) is designed and intended for installation in a boat
during or after manufacture. This toilet is only suitable
for the intended purpose and application in accordance
with these instructions.
This manual provides information that is necessary for
proper installation and operation of the toilet. Poor
installation and/or improper operating or maintenance
will result in unsatisfactory performance and a possible
failure. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury
or damage to the product resulting from:
• Incorrect assembly or connection, including excess
voltage
• Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts
other than original spare parts provided by the
manufacturer
• Alterations to the product without express permission
from the manufacturer
• Use for purposes other than those described in this
manual
Dometic reserves the right to change product
appearance and product specifications.
Intended Use
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