Hygienic, spill-free holding tank dumping sequence. Covers PPE, clear sewer elbow, black tank drain, tank flush, gray tank rinse, non-potable sanitation, and proper hose storage.
Hygienic, spill-free holding tank dumping sequence. Covers PPE, clear sewer elbow, black tank drain, tank flush, gray tank rinse, non-potable sanitation, and proper hose storage.
Never handle sewer fittings, dump station spigots, or hoses with bare hands.
Ensure hose has a continuous downward slope without low-point sagging belly.
Pulling the cap with an open valve causes a catastrophic sewage spill on your shoes.
Rotate collar until all four lugs snap into locking detents.
Never balance a loose hose in the hole: waste rush pressure will kick it out.
Watch the clear elbow until the solid stream subsides and flow stops completely.
NEVER use your white drinking hose for this. Keep black valve OPEN while running flush to prevent tank rupture.
Ensure black gate is 100% seated before opening gray valve.
The soapy sink and shower water scrubs bacteria and debris from the sewer hose interior.
Both valves are now closed and sealed.
Elevate hose segments towards dump drain to clear all residual rinse water.
Wipe any drops with a paper towel and dispose in dump trash bin.
Leave the concrete pad clean and rinsed for the next RVer in line.
Never store contaminated sewer fittings in the same cargo compartment as drinking hoses.
Keeps rubber gate valves lubricated and prevents odor buildup on the next trip.
Use soap and water or alcohol hand sanitizer before touching your truck steering wheel.
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