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It will be necessary to remove the top holding tank
of the portable head to fill with water. Refer to the
manufacturer's literature included in the owner's
packet regarding the use, care and maintenance of
the porta-potti.
J - 5
SYSTEM MAINTE NANCE
Be sure the battery(s) in the boat are properly charged.
Operating the pressure pump from a battery with a low
charge will result in pump cycling. This could lead to
prema ture pump failure.
The decomposition of waste produces methane,
a colorless, odorless gas that is lighter than air,
combusti ble, and ex treme ly le thal. Always provide
sufficient ventila tion when effecting repairs to the
waste sys tem and allow no odor from the waste
system to go unresolved.
A. Clean Vents and Screens
Periodically, inspect the water tank vents and thru-hull
vent fittings for any dirt, wax, etc. Carefully remove
any obstruction with a pipe cleaner or similar device.
Be sure not to puncture any screens. On models
with a stainless steel vent cap, the cap may not be
removable.
NOTICE
Fail ure to keep the water tank vent fit ting clean
will cause ex ces sive pres sure build up with in the
tank dur ing fill ing. This can cause wa ter tank
dam age.
B. Winterizing the Water System
Winter lay-up service procedures should include a
thorough draining of the water system. Discon nect
all accessible fittings. Blow out all lines. Be sure the
water tank, waste tank, pumps and lines are com-
pletely dry. Freez ing water can cause severe
damage to all water system compo nents.
NOTICE
It may be necessary to dis connect the hose be-
low the faucet (if applicable) to remove excess
water in the lines to prevent freeze dam age.
Waste & Water Systems - Section J
NOTICE
Always winterize the fresh water system prior to
winter ization of the hull drainage (bilge pump)
system.
Draining the system as mentioned can be very tedious
and an incomplete job can result in expen sive repairs.
The use of nontoxic antifreeze (such as RV anti-
freeze) designed for fresh water sys tems consider ably
reduces the work necessary and is a more positive
means of winteriz ing the system. Follow the direc tions
included with the antifreeze solution.
To winterize:
1. Turn on the water pump and operate the aft
shower nozzle to drain the water tank. The water
tanks on some models can be drained by remov-
ing the with drawal hose from the tank and allow ing
water to drain into the bilge.
NOTICE
DO NOT run the water pump without water
in the system. Pump damage can result. Be
watchful and turn the pump off as soon as the
tank be comes empty.
2. Add 1/2 gallon of RV non-toxic antifreeze to the
water tank.
3. Turn ON the pump until undiluted antifreeze
is seen.
Use only nontoxic antifreeze solu tions such
as RV antifreeze. DO NOT use ethylene glycol
solutions; the type that is used in engine cool-
ant sys tems. These are toxic.
NOTICE
Be sure to wipe up any antifreeze that has been
spilled on the fiberglass surfac es to prevent
possible discoloration or damage to the gel
coat.
Depending upon options and model, additional infor-
mation by the equipment manu facturers is included
in the owner's packet. Also, refer to Section R for
Mainte nance.
Owner's Manual Page 89
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