Macerator question
I'm having to use my travel trailer into the fall and winter while it's tucked in my backyard. I have a cleanout about 50 or 60 feet away. I've always been curious about a macerator kit. When you...
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Turnthepage and JRscooby - my apologies. Having no idea of the deleted post, the reference to "not liking my question" didn't make any sense unless you were the same person. With the added information that a post was deleted it makes a lot more sense.
JRscooby - Yes, if you need absolutely ALL the liquid removed from the hose, then walking it is the only sure way.
But, whether that level of elimination is needed or not will vary between individual users. I explained my process and added that using a cap during the reeling would eliminate any dripping if that were a concern. I stand by that.
In my use, the macerator pump eliminates most of the liquid in the hose. What little is left has never been a problem in regards to freezing (similar to my other hoses that are not drained after use). I don't worry that "some" liquid is left in my hose because it is not enough to be an issue in my circumstances.
I do acknowledge that if you NEED to drain your other hoses to prevent damage from freezing, then my routine would not work for you.
JRscooby - Yes, if you need absolutely ALL the liquid removed from the hose, then walking it is the only sure way.
But, whether that level of elimination is needed or not will vary between individual users. I explained my process and added that using a cap during the reeling would eliminate any dripping if that were a concern. I stand by that.
In my use, the macerator pump eliminates most of the liquid in the hose. What little is left has never been a problem in regards to freezing (similar to my other hoses that are not drained after use). I don't worry that "some" liquid is left in my hose because it is not enough to be an issue in my circumstances.
I do acknowledge that if you NEED to drain your other hoses to prevent damage from freezing, then my routine would not work for you.
