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WASTE
WATER. SYSTEM
Drain the holding tanks only when they are at least 3/4 full. If necessary, fill
the tanks with water to 3/4 full. This provides sufficient water to allow
complete flushing of waste material into the sewer line.
During extended or semi-permanent hookups to sewage systems, waste
materials will build up in the tank and cause serious plugging if the tank valves
are continuously open. In these cases, keep the valves closed until the tanks are
3/4 full, and then drain into the sewage system.
The holding tank drain valve outlet is to be used with a removable
termination fitting that locks onto the outlet with a clockwise twist. Clamp the
sewer drain hose to this fitting. A protective cap should remain in place when
you are not draining the tanks.
NOTE: Local or state regulations may prohibit highway travel
unless the holding tank outlet is securely capped.
To drain the holding tanks:
Attach the sewer hose to the holding tank outlet. Insert the end of the hose
into the sewer or dump station inlet, pushing it firmly far enough into the
opening to be secure. In some cases, adapters may be necessary between the
line and the inlet. Arrange the sewer hose so it slopes evenly.
Drain the black water holding tank first. Grasp the handle of the black water
knife valve (the large one) firmly and slide the valve open with a quick, steady
pull.
Allow enough time for the tank to drain completely. Rinse and flush the
tanks with the San-T-Flush system located in the exterior plumbing control
compartment. When the tank is empty, push the handle in to close the valve.
Run enough water into the tank to cover the bottom. This will aid the break up
of solid wastes.
To drain the grey water tank, repeat the steps above using the small knife
valve. Thistank is drained last to aid in flushing the outlets and hose. The grey
water knife valve may be left open in a semi-permanent hookup.
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ISSUE DATE: 7/95
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