Does low point drain empty fresh water tank?

Open the low-point drain plug or valve. There should be one for both the hot and cold water lines. Flush the toilet until water stops flowing. Turn the fresh water pump on as needed, removing any remaining water from the freshwater lines.

Do you leave low point drains open in winter?

The main reason for closing the low point drains would be to keep the antifreeze from draining out. Leaving the fresh water drain open won’t hurt anything other that giving an insect a place to winter.

What’s a low point drain?

Low Point” refers to a drains at the lowest physical position in the plumbing lines (not the tank) and there will be one each in cold and hot water lines. You appear to have found the fresh tank drain, but will have to search further for hot & cold low point drains.

What are the red and blue lines under my RV?

They are the “low point” drains. Blue is the cold and red is the hot side. For those that winterize their RV they are used to drain all the water from the fresh water system. If you take the caps off, or open the valve, then open all the faucets and such inside and out, gravity will drain all the water.

Should you drain your RV water heater after each use?

I would recommend you draining it every time you’re done camping if you are going to let the RV sit for more than two weeks before your next trip. I would also empty your fresh water tanks as well. The hot water heater tank will smell especially bad because of the hot water, it will start to smell like sulfur.

Will RV antifreeze hurt my water heater?

The antifreeze won’t hurt the tank, but don’t forget to flush it out before firing it up next spring.

Should I drain my RV hot water tank?

Do You Have to Drain an RV Water Heater? It’s important to drain your RV water heater at the end of every season, and anytime it’s stored for more than two weeks. Any longer than that, you risk the water becoming stale and/or contaminated, which can give off a sulfur smell and may even be unhealthy if consumed.

What are the water lines under my camper?

That’s because the water lines in most RVs are plastic “PEX” pipe. They are not buried inside walls and are usually accessible for easy repair. PEX stands for cross-linked polyethylene.

How do you flush an RV water system?

4. Flush Your Water System

1. Turn the water pump on.
2. Open all water faucets, including sinks and indoor and outdoor showers.
3. Allow water to run through the system for several minutes.
4. While the pump is running, flush the toilet a few times.
5. When the water comes out clear, close the faucets and turn off the pump.

What is a low point drain?

The low point drains are used to drain your water lines. Open them by pulling them up, then open your hot and cold water at the sink (s) and showers, being the lowest point all the lines should then drain.

What is a RV valve?

A relief valve (RV) is a type of valve used to control or limit the pressure in a system or vessel, which can build up by a process upset, instrument or equipment failure, or fire.

What is an auto drain valve?

A drain valve is a mechanical device used to release excess or unwanted quantities of liquid or gas from a storage tank, vessel or container. The valve is usually opened by turning a screw or handle, although some drain valves are automatically opened when a set pressure or temperature is reached.