Water System

Fresh Water System
The unit has a 50 gallon fresh water tank located on the right hand side below the sinks.  The access port can be used to check the water level, or to add water.

Also under the sink, there is a 110 Volt AC water pump, and a five gallon 110VAC electric hot water heater, both plugged into an outlet under the sink.

Filling the Fresh Water Tank

The fresh water tank can be filled in two ways:  by connecting a hose to the Fresh Water Fill on the right hand side of the vehicle, or by unscrewing the port on the top of the tank and pouring in water from a jug or other water source. 

Note that if pressurized city water is available, it is possible to bypass the tank and pump completely by connecting a hose to the hose connection on the left side of the vehicle. 
Fresh water tank


Waste Water Tank




 The waste water holding tank has a drain valve under the right hand side of the truck.  The waste water should be drained periodically when on site, and before the truck is put away.  This water should be drained in a sanitary sewer, not into a creek or on the side of the road, if possible.		 Tank fill and drain





Ice Compartment


Note that the ice compartment has a separate drain valve.  This valve should be open to prevent water buildup in the ice compartment, which is a sanitary hazard.  The valve can be shut for short periods of time if needed.  In most cases, it will be best to put a bucket under the drain, and leave the valve open.		 Ice bin drain


 

Winter use of the unit

If the unit is in use, it should generate enough heat to keep the pipes from freezing.  However, if the unit is not in use, and AC power is not on (not plugged in and generator off), and it is stored outside, the water inside could freeze, potentially breaking pipes, and damaging the hot water heater, the pump, etc.   Avoid storing the unit outside if the temperature is likely to be below 20 degrees at night, to prevent freezing and possible damage. 
If you do need to store the unit outside, drain the fresh water tank, the coffeepot and water jacket, and the waste water tank.  Be sure to unplug the water heater and water pump before you drain the fresh water tank, to avoid burning out the heating element for the hot water tank, or the pump. Heater and tank drain


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RAF 8/20/08