Owning an RV comes with more than just the fun of being on the road. Before your next adventure, make sure that the toilet and septic system on your RV is functioning correctly. The sooner you deal with maintenance, there is less chance that you will be caught miles from home with a leak or other significant issue. Our team can offer more tips about caring for common RV bathroom problems. Visit RVs and Boats For Less in Chubbuck, Indiana, serving Pocatello and Idaho Falls, Indiana.
Monitor the Toilet Seal
The toilet seal is a small part that does a big job. This seal keeps water in your toilet, and it also keeps smelly, black tank water in the black water holding tank. After time and use, this seal can harden. A hardened seal is a compromised seal. A compromised seal allows the nasty odors and water to come out of the toilet.
As long as you do not neglect this part of toilet maintenance, you can avoid this issue. Regularly apply a plumber’s grease to the seal to lubricate it.
Treat the Tank
A tank treatment is an easy maintenance task because you can purchase a liquid or drop-in tablet to complete the job hands-free. A working tank treatment breaks down toilet paper and waste before pumping out the tank. You can avoid replacing your holding tank too often if you schedule routine tank treatments.
Reset Tank Sensor
RV holding tanks have very fine-tuned sensors that can pick up even the slightest residue. If your sensor is reading wrong, you can use a trick to reset it. A few trays of ice dropped into the toilet will help remove small debris and clear the sensor for good. Eventually, the ice will melt and leave your tank clean and ready to go.
Use Appropriate Toilet Paper
It may be a given to use RV-friendly toilet paper, but you need to be careful. The wrong kind of paper can result in a clogged or broken septic system. To avoid high costs to replace or repair any part of your toilet system, look for toilet paper specially made for RVs. This one maintenance tip can save you a lot of headaches later on. You know the toilet paper is appropriate if it is dissolving efficiently.
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