Fleetwood 1993 American Eagle Owner's Manual page 178

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WASTEWATER SYSTEM
.. : Whenever possible, drain the holding tanks bef()re traveling. Waste water·
and sewage in the holding tanks reducethe carrying capacity of the motor
home. See
"MOTOR HOME LOADING"
chapter.
Drain the holding tanks only when they are at least 3/4 full. If necessary, fill
the tanks with water to 3/4 full.
Th~s
provides sufficient water to allow
complete flushing of wastematerial into the sewer line.
During extended or semi-permanent hookups
to
sewage systems, waste
materials
will
build up in the tank and cause seriou§ plugging ifthe 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-Yilive outlet is to -be used with a'removable
termination fitting that locks onto the outlet 'Yith 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 prohibithighway travel
unless the holding tank outlet iss(3curely 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 timeforthe tank to drain completely. Rinse and flush the tank
through the toilet.-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.
© 1992 Fleetwood Enterprises Inc.
American Eagle
ISSUE DATE:
9/92
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