Winnebago 2015 Viva! Owner's Manual page 66

SECTION 7 –
PLUMBING
3. Turn the Winterization valve handle so that it
points toward the siphon tube. (See "Water
System Drain Valve Locations" chart at the
end of this section for location on your
model).
• Point toward antifreeze siphon tube
for winterizing.
Antifreeze Siphon Tube
• Insert into container of RV water system
antifreeze.
Antifreeze Siphon Tube and
Winterization Valve
(See Water System Drain Valve chart at the
end of this section for location on your coach)
-Model 23L shown
Winterization Valve
• Point toward antifreeze siphon tube for winterizing.
Antifreeze Siphon Tube
• Insert into container of RV water system antifreeze.
Antifreeze Siphon Tube and
Winterization Valve
(See Water System Drain Valve chart at the
end of this section for location on your coach)
-Model 23B shown
7-12
Winterization Valve
NOTE: Ensure that all drain valves are
CLOSED before pumping RV antifreeze
into the water system.
Refer to the "Water System Drain Valve
Locations" chart at the end of this
section for valve locations on your
model.
Fill Lines
4. Turn the Water Pump switch ON.
5. Open each hot and cold water faucet handle/
knob in the coach – one at a time each in turn
until antifreeze solution just begins to flow
from the faucet, then close.
Do not forget exterior shower/wash station
knobs (if equipped).
6. Press the toilet flush pedal and hold until
antifreeze begins flowing into the toilet.
Leave small amount of antifreeze that remains
in the bowl.
When Done Adding RV Antifreeze
7. Turn Water Pump switch OFF.
8. Turn the Winterization valve so it points
toward the waterline connected to the water
pump.
This will stop the flow from the antifreeze
siphon tube and revert the tank line flow to the
water pump.
9. Replace the protective cap onto the end of the
antifreeze siphon tube to keep out insects or
debris when not in use.
Drain Water Heater
10. Turn off the Water Heater power switch
before draining the water heater tank to avoid
damage to the heating element.
11. Drain Water Heater (Tankless). Turn off the
Water Heater Power switch before draining
the water heater and let the water drain
through the system.