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Ole_B's avatar
Ole_B
Explorer
Dec 13, 2017

Black and gray sewer valves open or closed

I have a 2016 ventana I store it in a garage. My question is should I store it with the black and gray valves open or closed? Keep in mind I have properly flushed and cleaned both tanks. I have currently stored it with both valves open for about a week. I do live in Phoenix Az so freezing is not a problem. Today I shut both valves which was very difficult. Thanks for your input.
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  • Mr_Mark1's avatar
    Mr_Mark1
    Explorer
    Dec 13, 2017
    Ole B, you have been a member since 2005, why would you think it's a good idea to leave your tanks open? Leaving them closed is the best thing to do.

    Keep'm closed until they fill up.

    Safe travels,
    MM.
  • path1's avatar
    path1
    Explorer
    Dec 13, 2017
    Leave them open. Every rat and mouse will make it their home. Next time camping. Close valves before you leave and fill up with water. Drain before you set up camp
  • Second_Chance's avatar
    Second_Chance
    Explorer II
    Dec 13, 2017
    Closed until they fill up. The flushing action of the full tank emptying carries out the solids with it. Left open - especially the black tank - solids will collect and you'll have the dreaded "brown pyramid" to deal with.

    Rob
  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    Dec 13, 2017
    azdryheat wrote:
    If the cap is on nothing will get in.


    So open with the cap on? ;):B
  • BB_TX's avatar
    BB_TX
    Nomad
    Dec 13, 2017
    donn0128 wrote:
    Closed. No reason to allow access to critters.

    Agree.

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