Fleetwood Southwind 1999 Owner's Manual page 132

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Drain the fresh water tank by opening the water tank
drain valve located inside the chassis pass through
compartment. Leave the valve open ..
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Thrn water pump on (12-volt power must be on). Open
a cold water faucet. When the flow of water stops, turn
the pump off.
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Open water faucets, then open the drain valves on HOT
and COLD water pipes. Leave those valves open.
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Drain the water heater by opening the drain plug at the
bottom of the heater and the safety valve at the top.
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Flush the toilet. Operate toilet sprayer, if equipped.
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Drain the showerhead by opening the valve. Let all
water drain out the tub spout. Leave the valve open.
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When each faucet has been drained, close all faucets,
water line drain valves and the fresh water tank drain
valve. Install the water heater plug and close the safety
valve.
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Drain the waste water system by following the normal
procedure for draining the holding tanks. (See
Plumbing chapter).
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Apply silicone lubricant to the knife valve actuator
rod(s).
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Be sure ALL water from ALL plumbing fixtures has
been drained.
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Open low point drains. (See Plumbing chapter).
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Close holding tank drain valves, low point drain valves
and fresh water tank drain valve.
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CAUTION
Draining the water sys-
tem alone will not provide
adequate cold weather
protection. If the motor
home is to be unheated
during freezing tempera-
tures, consult your dealer
for the best winterizing
procedure for your cli-
mate. Your dealer can
winterize your motor
home for you or can sup-
ply you with one of the
special antifreezes which
are safe and approved for
use in RV water systems.
Follow the instructions
furnished with the
antifreeze.
WARNING
Do not use automotive or
windshield washer anti-
freeze in the motor home
water system. These
solutions may be harmful
if swallowed.
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