Troubfeshooting The Fresh Water System; Leaks - Fleetwood American Dream WIDE BODY 1998 Owner's Manual

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FRESH WATER SYSTEM
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Inspect the filter after the first 90days of use, clean if necessary, and inspect
annually thereafter. .
1. Loosen the clamp at the inlet end of the filter.
2. Pull the water line off the filter.
3. Unscrew the filter from the water pump.
4. Turn each end of the filter and pull apart.
5. Flush out and clean screen.
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6. Reverse procedure to install.
7 . Operate the water pump and check for leaks.
TROUBLESHOOTING THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM
Water system problyms usually fall into two ca:tegories:
sys~em
problems,
and problems causedby neglect. System problems are usually the result of
road vibration and campsite water pressure variations. Problems of neglect
usually stem from failure-to clean filters, improper winterization, and poor
battery maintenance. Most water system problems can be avoided by consci-
entious maintenance.
LEAKS
Vibration, flexing and twisting while traveling can work pipe fittings loose.
Check all plumbing for leaks at least once a yeai·. If the water pump lUns when
a fancet is not open, check for a leak. Be sure the tank drain valves are tightly
closed. Leaks occur most often around threaded fittings. If necessary, tighten
or clean and tighten the fittings. Do not overtighten fittings. Connections at
galley and lavy fixtures should not be tightened with a wrench. They will
normally seal with hand-tightening. If a leak persists at one of the fittings,
disconnect it completely and check for mineral deposits or other foreign
matter at the seating surfaces. Clean the surfaces thoroughly and reinstall the
fitting.
Connections at the water tank, pump and valves are made with special .
clamps. They can be replaced with standard aircraft type hose clamps.
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Wide Body
ISSUE DATE:
6/97