Scenic RV Slinger Tips
Winterizing RV Instructions
Disclaimer
These are general instructions – if you are unsure about these instructions we would advise that you have a qualified service technician winterize your unit – Quietwoods RV is not liable for any damages that occurred due to using these instructions
Items Needed
- 2-3 gallons of RV Anti-Freeze (may need more depending on trailer)
- Paper towel or rags
- Hose w/fitting on end for water pump (if you choose to use this method)
- 7/8 or 1-1/16 wrench - to drain water heater
- Pliers - to remove line going to water tank for pump
Steps
- Turn the water off
- Open the pressure relief valve
- Remove the water heater plug form the outside on the water-heater
- Close the pressure valve and reinstall plug WHEN all the water is out
- Close by-pass valve
- If you have one (1) valve turn the valve straight up
- If you have three (3) valves – close the top and bottom valve and open the center valve.
- Blow out the lines at 35 P.S.I using a compressor thru the city water connect
- Open one faucet at a time until all the water is out
- Remove water filter from canister – if you have one - dump the water out and put canister back in
- Pump anti-freeze through city water connect or suction side of fresh water pump – Pump anti-freeze through until pink comes out - Run one (1) faucet at time, first running your cold line then your hot. Do this for all faucets inside/outside of your trailer
- Repeat process if you have a washer and dryer or an ice maker
- Open the low point drains until the anti-freeze comes out
- Pour approximately 2 cups of anti-freeze down the drains of each sink including the bathtub/shower
- Drain the fresh water tank
- Wipe off anti-freeze from sinks/tub to avoid any stains
- Clean slide outs off and run them in be sure they seal tightly
- Prop fridge open to avoid mold
*If you do not use your fresh water pump please burp it to get the water out of it
Note: Remove your battery or leave it fully charged to avoid damaging it during the winter