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MountainAir05
Sep 22, 2015Explorer II
Do you have heated basement, If so as long as the heater is working then you should be OK. 32 will not freeze most indoor pipes. On my unit the heat for the basement comes from the heat inside the unit provided by gas heater. That in turn is draw into the basement by a fan located in the basement and the heater fan draws the return air back into the RV thru a vent under the shower pan. A complete path. I also was lucky many years ago to find a short oil fill heater 110v that is mounted in the water bin if need. If you do not have heated then see if you can find a oil fill heater if you can fine one that are small to fit the bin. If not a light bulb in the water valve bin also works. Now is the time to check it out and ensure that its working and you know how it should work. Fill up your fresh water tank and do not leave water or sewer line connected. Dump and fill during the middle of the day and just before you leave. Remember to drain off 1/2 to 3/4 of your fresh water on your return trip dependents on what you normal have on board. Don't want to carry all that water weight around. Enjoy your trip and new RV.
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