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WInterIzatIon
Water, plumbing and sewer systems require
winterization when the motorhome is placed
in storage. The recommended method of
winterizing the motorhome is using air
pressure to remove liquids that may freeze
and cause damage to the various systems and
appliances. The lines can then be left empty
or filled with an FDA approved RV antifreeze.
When plumbing lines are drained, antifreeze
is not necessary, and the decision to use
antifreeze is left to the motorhome operator.
POISON:
Use only non-toxic FDA approved RV
antifreeze that is specifically made for
potable water systems. Automotive
antifreeze, if ingested, can cause
blindness, deafness or death.
Using Air Pressure
This process will require an air compressor
and air pressure regulator to protect the
potable water system from over-pressurization.
Hardware stores will have the fittings
necessary to connect an air hose to the potable
water system. Limit air pressure to a maximum
of 40 PSI. Higher pressure can damage the
potable water system.
CAUTION:
It is recommended that a qualified
RV service technician familiar with
motorhomes, such as an authorized
dealer, perform the winterization
procedure.
WARNING:
Freeze damage is not covered under
warranty.
1. Empty and flush the holding tanks.
2. Remove water filter bowl. Discard
filter cartridge and empty remaining
water. Screw filter bowl (without
cartridge) onto filter head. The filter
bowl will need to be emptied again as
air purges water from the system.
3. Drain the fresh water tank.
4. Open hot and cold water low point
drains in the service center and
propane tank compartment.
WARNING:
Ensure the water heater is off and
water is not hot when draining the
low point water drain lines. Hot water
from the lines can burn or injure skin.
CAUTION:
Some appliances, such as the ice
maker, require special winterizing
instructions not covered in this
section. Refer to the specific appliance
OEM manual for instructions and
recommendations.
5. Turn on the water pump until all the
water is cleared out of the water
pump, fresh water tank and low point
drains then turn the water pump off.
6. If applicable, disconnect the water
line to the icemaker.
7. Open the high
temperature/
pressure relief
valve on water
heater to vent
water heater.
Remove water
heater drain plug
to allow water
heater to drain.
8. Locate bypass
valves at back of
the water heater and set valves to the
Bypass position.
9. Close hot and cold water low point
drain valves.
10. Connect air supply to
the City Water/Fresh
Tank Fill connection.
Set the City Water/
Fresh Tank Fill lever to
the City Water position.
11. Turn on air supply. Do
not exceed 40 PSI in
the potable water system.
12. One at a time, open hot and cold
valves for all interior faucets and
shower until only air comes out. This
will clear water from potable water
supply lines. Do not forget outside
faucet and shower.
13. Hold toilet mechanism open (flush
toilet) until only air is present.
14. Open hot and cold water low point
drain valves. Allow water to finish
draining from low point drains.
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Summary of Contents for Trip 2012
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