Waste Water System - Winnebago Journey Manual

Washer/Dryer
-If Equipped
In addition to pouring water down sink and
shower drains, also run a wash cycle to ensure
there is an adequate amount of water in the
washer p-trap.

WASTE WATER SYSTEM

(Holding Tanks)
The drainage system is self-contained and
uses two separate holding tanks to contain the
waste water until it can be dumped at an
appropriate waste water disposal site. This means
you can use the toilet, sinks, and shower even in
areas where utility hookups are not available.
The black water holding tank contains the
sewage from the toilet(s) and may include
bathroom lavatory on some models. The gray
water holding tank contains the waste water from
the galley sink and shower, and may include
bathroom lavatory.
See "Specifications" in Section 1 -
Introduction for tank capacities for your model.
Dumping Holding Tanks
Your coach is equipped with a sewage drain
hose, which in certain models, may feature a
convenient handle and valve nozzle for sanitary
handling and improved waste disposal.
The sewage drain hose is located in the water
service center.
1. Remove the dust cap from the sewage drain
outlet and connect the sewage drain hose. Be
sure it is firmly attached.
NOTE: The sewage drain outlet swivels
downward when necessary to avoid
bends in the sewage drain hose, which
could trap solids while dumping or to
provide more direct drainage while using
on-site sewer hook-ups.
2. Push the handle forward to open the sewage
drain hose end valve, then extend the hose and
place the nozzle into the disposal opening.
-If Equipped
-If Equipped
NOTE: The sewage drain hose end valve
(handle) must be opened before pulling
the hose to the disposal opening. If the
valve is closed, a vacuum will develop
and prevent the hose from expanding
fully.
Do not open holding tank waste valves
until the sewage drain hose end valve is
open. If you open the dump valve before
the hose valve, the hose will fill with
sewage water and become difficult to
move or could become clogged.
3. Open the Black Waste Tank Drain valve with
a quick pull. Move the sewage drain hose
gently about to dislodge any waste and to
ensure complete drainage. Close the Black
Waste Tank Drain valve as soon as the tank is
empty.
NOTE: DO NOT OPEN BOTH VALVES AT
ONCE. Do not open the Gray Waste Tank
Drain valve until the black tank is
drained and Black Waste Tank Drain
SECTION 7 –
PLUMBING
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