water system

[jongeorge1]

am looking at using the van for the first time this easter the van was last used in september last year should i milton the water system and how often should i do this

 

[TD42]

I would suggest that the system certainly need sterilizing,before the start of each season,but I have been warned that Milton can be detrimental to the stainless steel boiler unit if left in to long.Next time I do mine I will use a solution desiged for caravans.

I am also told that the filter should be removed/replaced after sterilizing

perhaps a more knowledgable person will reply

 

[Damian]

The system should certainly be cleansed to ensure the safety of the safety of your health.

If you have a filter in the system it should be removed and n a new filter fitted AFTER you have sterilised the system.

Milton is safe to use as long as you follow the makers instructions on strength and time left in the system.

Having spoken to Truma who make the majority of water heaters fitted to vans now, they agree that Milton is ok as long as it is not over strength and not left in the system longer than recommended (2 hours from memory).

Flush thoroughly after sterilising , fit new filter if one is fitted and enjoy the season.

If you use the Aquaroll to supply the water for the sterilising process, you have sterilised that at the same time!

 

[Jaydug]

It's a good idea to clean out the pipe work before using the van for the first time after a longish break. I use Puriclean. Best if you use it before changing your filter(s).

 

[jongeorge1]

thank you for the reply i am not sure if i have a filter was not told when i got the van last year. how would i no if i have one it is a bailey 2008 with a on board pump

 

[waffler]

If you have an on board pump the filter will be at the end of the input pipe- probably blue or white. Be prepared for a shock when you buy a replacment, about