| Pondering a Poo Problem [message #124866] |
Fri, 06 May 2011 16:46  |
pbrownsd
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It seems we're backing up in the poo tank. I have a macerator pump that works emptying at least the liquid, but the solid waste seems to be building up. Is this a common problem? My plan is to run a 'disposable' hose into the toilet while at the dump station. Hopefully, with frequent "fill and flush" cycles I can clear it out. Any other ideas?
1976 Glenbrook
Hayden, ID
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| Re: Pondering a Poo Problem [message #124870 is a reply to message #124866] |
Fri, 06 May 2011 16:54  |
idrob
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| pbrownsd wrote on Fri, 06 May 2011 14:46 |
It seems we're backing up in the poo tank. I have a macerator pump that works emptying at least the liquid, but the solid waste seems to be building up. Is this a common problem? My plan is to run a 'disposable' hose into the toilet while at the dump station. Hopefully, with frequent "fill and flush" cycles I can clear it out. Any other ideas?
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They make a "flushing wand" device that attaches to a garden hose and will allow you to flush your toilet out without tossing the hose. See your RV dealer, they are a common item stocked at most places.
When you use the rig, use enough water with each flush involving solids. That way there will be enough water in the tank so the problem is minimized (not necessarily eliminated, but fewer issues) There is a tendency to use too little water and then the solids build up and are hard to break loose. Of course, don't leave the drain valve open when parked camping, otherwise only the liquid will drain off, leaving the solids hi and dry to build up.
Rob Allen
former owner of '76 x-PB
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| Re: Pondering a Poo Problem [message #124884 is a reply to message #124866] |
Fri, 06 May 2011 18:43 |
Rick Williams
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If you have frequent access to dumping, put a few gallons of water into the tank after emptying. It will help keep the "pyramid" from building directly below the toilet.
Rick
Rick Williams
Bliss, Michigan
1978 Eleganza II
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| Re: [GMCnet] Pondering a Poo Problem [message #124897 is a reply to message #124875] |
Fri, 06 May 2011 19:30 |
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mike miller
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| Mr ERFisher wrote on Fri, 06 May 2011 15:07 |
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only dump when you arrive---- that way the sloshing around
keeps the tank clean....
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The place I normally dump has a church across the street. The parking lot rarely has anyone parking there. I do figure 8's before pulling into the dump station. Just stirring up crap.
Basicly: Keep "it" from drying out and sticking to the tank. Empty the tank before it has a chance to dry out. During the season, leave some water standing in an otherwise empty tank.
The "ice trick" will help getting you to a "clean tank." Here is a site that has some good reading: <http://www.phrannie.org/phredex.html>
Mike Miller -- Hillsboro, OR -- on the Black list
(#2)`78 23' Birchaven Rear Bath -- (#3)`77 23' Birchaven Side Bath
More Sidekicks than GMC's and a late model Malibu called 'Boo'
http://m000035.blogspot.com
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