Operation Manual

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9M
otorcaravan - 09-08 - DET-0033-07EN
Sanitary fittings
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11Sanitar y fitt ings
Chapter overview
This chapter contains instructions regarding the sanitary fittings of the vehicle.
The instructions address the following topics:
water tank
waste water tank
complete water system
toilet compartment
toilet
11.1 Water supply, general
The vehicle is equipped with a fitted water tank. An electric water pump pumps
the water to the individual water taps. Opening a water tap automatically
switches on the water pump and pumps water to the tap.
The waste water tank collects the waste water. The water level in the water
and waste water tanks can be checked on the panel.
Positions of the water
pumps
The submerged pumps are located in the water tank.
The pressurised water pumps (Fig. 207,1) are mounted on the outside of the
water tank.
Fill the water tank with fresh water only.
Water left standing in the water tank or in the water pipes becomes
undrinkable after a short period. For this reason, rinse the water pipes
and the water tank thoroughly with several litres of fresh water before
each use of the vehicle. To do this, open all water taps. After each use
of the vehicle completely empty the water tank and the water pipes.
If the vehicle is not used for several days or if it is not heated when there is
a risk of frost, empty the entire water system. Leave the water taps on in
central position. Leave the safety/drainage valve (if there is one) and all
drain cocks open. Frost damage to appliances, frost damage to the vehicle
and deposits in water-carrying components can be avoided in this way.
The water pump will overheat without water and can get damaged. Never
operate water pump when the water tank is empty.
Before using the water fittings, the 12 V power supply on the panel must be
switched on. Otherwise the water pump will not work.
Two different types of pump are used as water pumps depending on the
model: Submerged pumps or pressurised water pumps.
Fig. 207 Pressurised water pump