How does an RV waste pump work?
An RV macerator pump at its most simple level is an automatic grinder. Like your garbage disposal grinds up the solid you put down the sink, an RV macerator pump grinds up the solid and liquid waste you flush down your black water tank, turning it into a slurry.
What are the problems with the Flojet 12 volt water pump?
Flojet 12 volt Water Pump 1 Restricted intake or discharge line 2 Air leak in intake line 3 Debris in pump 4 Punctured pump diaphragm (pump leaks) 5 Crack in pump housing Motor falls to turn on 6 Loose wiring connection 7 Pump circuit has no power 8 Blown fuse 9 Pressure switch failure 10 Defective motor Pulsating Flow
Can you use antifreeze on a Flojet water pump?
Allowing water to freeze in the system may result in damage to the pump and plumbing system. Non-Toxic antifreeze for potable water may be used with Flojet pumps. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
What should I do if my RV water pump is not working?
Grab a friend and ask them to turn the water pump off and on when you need it. (That is, have them toggle the onboard RV water pump switch at your cue.) Disconnect the water line from the pressure side of the pump. Turn the pump on and see if the water is pumping out. (It’s a good idea to have a bucket handy, in case it is!)
What to do if your Flojet has air leak?
If still a problem, rinse tank and fill with a few gallons of water. Find a convenient point to disconnect pump outlet side from all nozzles. Try pump, if same problem, keep opening connections closer to pump outlet until blockage is cleared. Air leak somewhere between the pump and the spray tip (s).
How does the Flojet portable RV waste pump work?
It includes a garden discharge port, rugged portable storage case and a handheld on/off switch with a 6′ wire harness. It features run dry protection, fresh water rinse capabilities and easy cleanup and storage. This RV waste pump has the ability to dump longer distances, drain holding tanks at home and limit user contact with waste.
Allowing water to freeze in the system may result in damage to the pump and plumbing system. Non-Toxic antifreeze for potable water may be used with Flojet pumps. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
If still a problem, rinse tank and fill with a few gallons of water. Find a convenient point to disconnect pump outlet side from all nozzles. Try pump, if same problem, keep opening connections closer to pump outlet until blockage is cleared. Air leak somewhere between the pump and the spray tip (s).