HOLDING TANKS
Both holding tanks are located under the bathroom area. The drain valves are located in the rally kit
compartment on the driver side of the RV.
Each tank has a separate drain line and dump valve, which permits dumping tanks individually or together.
Each tank should be emptied often at a dump station designated for this purpose. Most national, state, and
private campgrounds have dumping facilities. Many have hookups on the campsite, while some have portable
dump collectors. Many service stations, particularly along interstate highways, also have these facilities. Many
campground directories list dumping station locations across the nation.
If possible, dump holding tanks before a trip, to reduce the gross weight of the vehicle. Enough water should be
kept in the black water tank to cover the bottom, to prevent hardening of any residue that may remain.
Do not dump black water tank until it reaches ¾ full. This practice makes sure that enough water is in the tank
to flush all waste into sewer lines. If necessary, fill tank to the ¾ mark with additional water before draining.
Never put anything into the holding tanks other then normal drain water, waste, and biodegradable products.
Paper wrappers, gum, cigarettes, etc., no matter how small they might be, should never be placed into either
the gray or black tanks.
NOTE:
It is important to note that harmful and toxic materials can accumulate if the holding tanks are not
regularly drained and thoroughly rinsed. It is also important to use holding tank deodorizing and cleaning
agents in the waste water tanks to reduce odors and keep the lines open and free-flowing.
TO EMPTY THE HOLDING TANKS:
1.
Remove the sewer drain hose from its storage compartment inside of the rally kit compartment.
2.
Remove the cap from the vehicle sewage drain, and connect the drain hose to it.
3.
Attach the other end of the flexible drain line to the dump station inlet. Make sure both ends of the
flexible drain lines are securely attached.
4.
Drain the black tank first, by pulling the termination valve handle toward you. Make sure to allow
sufficient time for the tank to completely drain, and then rinse the tank with several gallons of water by
flushing the stool. Close the valve on the stool and let it fill before releasing the tank. This creates
additional force to flush the tank more completely.
5.
Drain the gray water tank by pulling the termination valve handle toward you. Draining the gray water
tank last, with its soapy water helps to further rinse the drain and flexible hose.
6.
When tanks are emptied, close termination valves by pushing handles back to the closed position.
7.
Remove flexible drain hose and wash it thoroughly with clean water. Remove the other end from the
dump station inlet, and replace it in the storage compartment. Secure the sewer hose storage cover,
and replace the caps on both the RV outlet and the dump station inlet.
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