Frig. drain hose ???
The drain hose is slowly falling apart, I guess from the heat and it should have been a thicker hose to start. I can't see where the hose connects to the frig from the outside access panel, short of p...
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Pipeman wrote:
I had mine replaced by the dealer last Sept. while the 5er was in for a list of repairs. That end piece's main function isn't to stop bugs from getting in. "Some newer models have the drain hose protruding through the access door with a small cap inserted into the end of the drain hose. This cap has many small holes.
This drain tube needs to have a “P” trap before exiting the lower access panel. Condensation drains are designed to allow condensation to escape and prevent ambient air from reaching the cooling fins."
I've had several trailers. Never saw one with a "P" trap. There wouldn't be any room for one anyway. In plumbing systems isn't a "P" trap installed to prevent sewer gases from backing up through the drain? The little cap is to keep out insects. JMHO
B.O.
