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Post by lodost on Oct 19, 2022 14:08:17 GMT -5
We just experienced a very cold snap for 2 nights (two nights in the low teens). Because I knew it was coming and had not winterized I turned on the furnace and hot water heater..
It appears my water lines did not freeze since as of today I do have water.
Question #1 Do my water lines in the floor run along my heat ducts to prevent freezing?
Question #2. Does the water line that I hook up to to flush my black water tank completly drain out or do I need to blow it out and add antifreeze?
We are going camping this weekend with temps to reach upper 70's.
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Post by lynnmor on Oct 19, 2022 18:27:40 GMT -5
#1, there are probably two small heat ducts run haphazardly down into the underbelly. When the furnace runs, the area should stay above freezing if the temperature isn't extreme. It is subject to luck.
#2, I always pump some antifreeze in, unless you know for sure that the line drops with no droop I wouldn't take the chance. I use a hand pump.
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Post by merchjo on Oct 20, 2022 8:20:09 GMT -5
If you want to not worry about freezing and not ready to deal with anti-freeze you can get yourself these: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0827FY5NK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1Its a blow out adapter and allows you to use compressed air to blow out your lines. This is what I do 1 - drain the water out of water tank (make sure its off) using the drain plug (put plug in when done) 2 - Using a compressor set the pressure on the outlet to under 40psi, connect to your city water inlet 3 - Start from the furthest sink open the cold and let it run until mostly air come out, repeat for hot 4 - do this for every sink, tub and toilet 5 - Do any outside faucets 6 - Go outside and find you low drain and open the valves until air comes out 7 - remove the air line and open a hot and cold faucets to release pressure. If you are really worried you can put some antifreeze in you drains to protect them. Since there is no water in the lines you dont need to use anti-freeze in the water line until you are ready to store it. This is what I do so I can camp in Oct and Nov here in Northwest NJ. If you need a compressor I got a 6 gal one from Lowes for $90. www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-6-Gallon-Single-Stage-Portable-Electric-Pancake-Air-Compressor/1000595167Hope that helps |
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Post by Edd505 on Oct 20, 2022 21:45:58 GMT -5
If you want to not worry about freezing and not ready to deal with anti-freeze you can get yourself these: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0827FY5NK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1Its a blow out adapter and allows you to use compressed air to blow out your lines. This is what I do 1 - drain the water out of water tank (make sure its off) using the drain plug (put plug in when done) 2 - Using a compressor set the pressure on the outlet to under 40psi, connect to your city water inlet 3 - Start from the furthest sink open the cold and let it run until mostly air come out, repeat for hot 4 - do this for every sink, tub and toilet 5 - Do any outside faucets 6 - Go outside and find you low drain and open the valves until air comes out 7 - remove the air line and open a hot and cold faucets to release pressure. If you are really worried you can put some antifreeze in you drains to protect them. Since there is no water in the lines you dont need to use anti-freeze in the water line until you are ready to store it. This is what I do so I can camp in Oct and Nov here in Northwest NJ. If you need a compressor I got a 6 gal one from Lowes for $90. www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-6-Gallon-Single-Stage-Portable-Electric-Pancake-Air-Compressor/1000595167Hope that helps Good write up on winterizing with air. This is how I do mine anytime there is a freeze warning. ( I live in the SW) I can us my RV anytime by adding water, get home and repeat. |
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Post by laknox on Oct 31, 2022 9:45:23 GMT -5
We just experienced a very cold snap for 2 nights (two nights in the low teens). Because I knew it was coming and had not winterized I turned on the furnace and hot water heater.. It appears my water lines did not freeze since as of today I do have water. Question #1 Do my water lines in the floor run along my heat ducts to prevent freezing? Question #2. Does the water line that I hook up to to flush my black water tank completly drain out or do I need to blow it out and add antifreeze? We are going camping this weekend with temps to reach upper 70's. It also helps to open all your cabinets where there are water lines. The cabinets can trap colder air from exterior walls and, while the coach stays warm, the cabinets can freeze lines. I would assume that an island sink wouldn't necessarily have that issue, but it still wouldn't hurt to leave the doors open. Lyle |
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