Draining The Fresh Water Tank; Water Pump; Water Pump Filter; Low Point Drains - Fleetwood Terra 2011 Owner's Manual

Plumbing Systems and Holding Tanks
Fresh Water Tank Fill

Draining the Fresh Water Tank

Avoid leaving the water in the tank when the
motor home is not in use. Turn the water pump
OFF before draining the water tank. Whenever
possible, drain the fresh water tank before trav-
eling. Water in the tank will reduce the carrying
capacity of the motor home. See Motor Home
Loading section of the On The Road chapter.
The main water tank "quick-drain" valve is
located on the end of the water tank.

Water Pump

The on-board fresh water system is pressurized
by a self-priming, 12-volt DC pump. The pump
operates automatically when the pump power
switch is ON and a faucet is opened. When the
faucets are closed, the pump shuts off. A fuse at
the load center panel protects the pump circuit.
It can run dry for extended periods without dam-
age. See Electrical Systems chapter.
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DRAIN CLOSED
MAIN WATER TANK DRAIN VALVE
Turn the pump master switch ON to pressurize
the system. When a faucet is opened after the
initial filling of the tank, the water may sputter
for a few seconds. This is normal and is not
cause for concern. The water flow will become
steady when all air is bled from the water lines.

Water Pump Filter

Dirt, mineral scale, and organic matter are fil-
tered out of the fresh water system by an in-line
water filter on the inlet side of the water pump.
If you suspect a clogged filter, it is easily
removed and cleaned.
Inspect the filter after running the first full tank
of water. Clean and inspect monthly thereafter.
The filter is located in-line of the water pump in
the utility compartment behind the service
panel.
The water pump filter should be serviced when
the fresh water tank is empty. Water may contin-
ue to drain from the water tank when the filter is
removed for service.
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.
6. Reverse procedure to install.
7. Operate the water pump and check for
leaks.

Low Point Drains

To drain hot and cold lines:
1. Open hot and cold low point drains.
2. Open the shower handle and faucet until all
water has drained from the lines.