Plumbing; Fresh Water; Water Center Panel; Traveling With Water - forest river Travel Trailer Owner's Manual

A recreational vehicle plumbing system has the dual abil-
ity to be self-contained with onboard storage or use facili-
ties provided by an external pressurized source. The
fresh water system consists of those items which are
used to deliver water for your use while the waste water
system is made up of the drains and tanks which store
and remove water that has been used. Components of
the plumbing system consist of strong, lightweight,
corrosion-resistant materials that provide long life and
easy cleaning. By following the instructions outlined
here, you can expect efficient operation with a minimum
of maintenance.

Fresh Water

Potable (fresh) water is supplied by either the fresh water
tank aboard the unit or from an outside source, con-
nected through the city water connection. When using
the fresh water tank, the water is pumped through the
water lines by means of the water pump. When utilizing
an exterior source, such as a campsite water supply, the
pump is not needed as the water is already pressurized
and will flow through the water supply lines within the
trailer.

Water Center Panel

External Hook-Up
Water provided from outside the recreational vehicle is
pressurized by the system from which it is delivered.
When you connect your recreational vehicle to an out-
side source, the fresh water tank and the water pump are
kept separate from the remainder of the system by in-line
check valves.
NOTE:
DO NOT turn the pump on if the fresh water tank is
empty. Doing so could cause damage to the pump or a
blown circuit may occur.
Attaching to an Outside Source of Water
1. Remove the cap from the fresh water inlet on the
side of the recreational vehicle.
2. Attach one end of the fresh water hose to the out-
side source of water.
3. Connect the other end of the hose to the RV city
water inlet.
4. Turn on the outside source of water. Gradually open
the hot and cold water at the sinks and tub to clear
air from the lines. Close the faucets when the water
is flowing freely.
NOTE:
Do not turn on the water pump when using water from an
external source. Only use the water pump when obtain-
ing water stored in your fresh water tank.
To Disconnect from the Outside Water Source
1. Turn off the outside source of water.
2. Disconnect the hose from the supply valve and the
recreational vehicle inlet.
3. Remove the hose and store it.
4. Reinstall the cap on the recreational vehicle inlet.
When an outside source of water is unavailable, water
can be drawn from the fresh water storage tank in the
RV. The tank is filled through a gravity controlled water
spout on the exterior of the vehicle.
Filling the Fresh Water Tank:
1. Remove the water fill cap.
2. Water can now be added directly to the tank
through the fill spout using a known clean hose or
bucket, used only for this purpose.
3. When the tank is full, replace the water fill cap. Fill
Cap is for filling the tank. The City Water Fill con-
nects to campsite water.

Traveling with Water

When traveling, you may want to drain the tank or keep
the quantity of water to a minimum. This will reduce the
total weight of the RV for travel. The location of the fresh
water and the waste water tank drain valve will vary from
unit to unit but is generally located beneath the unit near
the respective tank.
Water in the tank can be drained by turning the drain
cock perpendicular (vertically) to the RV body. To close
the valve, turn the lever parallel (horizontally) to the RV
body.
NOTE:
When draining the tanks, be sure the water pump is off.
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