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Leaks caused by freezing damage can be prevented by
proper winterization of the system. See "STORAGE"
chapter of this manual. Freezing damage is usually
extensive and may include a burst water tank, split
piping, and a damaged water pump, toilet, and water
heater. If you experience this type of damage, repairs
can best be made by an authorized Fleetwood dealer.
Sanitizing The Fresh Water System
Sanitize .the fresh water tank and piping approximately
every three months, and whenever the motor home sits
for a prolonged period. This will discourage the growth
of bacteria and other organisms that can contaminate
the water supply. Use a chlorine/fresh water rinse as
follows:
1. Prepare a solution of 1/4-cup household liquid
chlorine bleach (5% sodium hypochlorite) to one
gallon of water for each 15 gallons of tank
capacity.
2. Close drain valves and faucets, pour chlorine so-
lution into the fresh water tank filler spout, and
complete filling with fresh water.
3. Turn water pump switch ON. (Be sure you have
12-volt DC power.) Open all faucets individually
until water flows steadily, then turn off. This will
purge any air from the lines.
4. Top off water tank with fresh water and wait three
hours.
5. Drain the entire system by opening all fresh
water tank valves, faucets, and plumbing line
drain valves.
6. Flush the system with drinking quality water. Let
the fresh water flow through the system for sev-
eral minutes to flush out the chlorine solution.
7. After you stop the flushing, close the tank valve,
faucets, and drain valves. You can now fill the
tank with fresh water, and the system is ready to
use.
Exterior Shower
(Some models only)
A shower fixture is located in an exterior compartment
on selected models. The water pump must be ON or city
water pressure must be available for the shower to
operate.
Water Purifier System
(Some models only)
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On some selected models water purifier systems help
provide consistent drinking water quality as you travel
Aspecial filter is part of this system. The fiiter cartridge
is located in the cabinet under the galley sink. Your
Owner's Information Package contains detailed operat-
ing and maintenance instructions concerning this sys·
tem.
Please note that the special faucet at the galley is the
only outlet for the purified water. Although purified water
is not available at the standard galley and lavy outlets,
the water available at these outlets Is filtered by the
water pump filter. Note also that this system is not de·
signed for or effective in removing or neutralizing bacte-
rial contaminants.
WASTE WATER SYSTEM
The waste water system in your motor home is made up
of sinks, tUb, shower, toilet, plumbing drain and vent
lines, a "grey water" holding tank, and a "black water"
holding tank. Generally, water from the sinks and shower
drains into the grey water tank; the toilet drains into the
black water tank. The holding tanks make the system
completely self-contained and allow you to dispose of
waste water at your convenience. A flexible sewer hose
is required to connect the holding tank outlet to the inlet
of an approved waste water dump station or sewer
system ..
NOTE: Some floor plans require the shower
and/or bathroom sink water to be drained into
the black water tank.
The drain plumbing is similar to that used in your home.
The system is trapped and vented to prevent waste
gases from backing up into the motor home. The drain
plumbing is made of ABS plastic, and is durable and
resistant to most chemicals.
Toilet
Your motor home is equipped with a marine-type toilet.
Please follow the operating instructions found in your
Owner's Information Package.
Draining The Holding Tanks
The holding tanks terminate in a valve arrangement that
permits draining each tank separately or together. The
valves are called "knife valves". A blade closes the
opening in the sewer drain pipes. The blade is con-
nected to a T-haridle that is pulled to release the con-
tents of the tank(s). During self-containment use, the
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