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

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