Blow Lines or AntiFreeze, or both?
I've read a lot of threads about winterization. Some say blow the lines, some say fill the lines with antifreeze. But I still have a few questions. I'm sure I'll get a number of opinions, but I fig...
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I drain the water tank and the water heater, then I set the pressure regulator on the compressor at 55-60 PSI (the same pressure that the onboard water pump puts out).
I blow all the lines, at least twice, then pour some RV anti-freeze into the drain traps and toilet bowl.
I always have to remind myself to NOT forget the black tank flush, the spray nozzle at the toilet, and the hand washer spray nozzle.
Then I remove the water pump intake strainer, empty and clean it, and run the pump until no water comes out.
I have never had a problem with any lines or fittings freezing and breaking.
I blow all the lines, at least twice, then pour some RV anti-freeze into the drain traps and toilet bowl.
I always have to remind myself to NOT forget the black tank flush, the spray nozzle at the toilet, and the hand washer spray nozzle.
Then I remove the water pump intake strainer, empty and clean it, and run the pump until no water comes out.
I have never had a problem with any lines or fittings freezing and breaking.
