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What most folks don't know about RV toilets: there is a "fill" mode that adds water to the bowl without opening the flush valve.
RV toilets have very low water levels compared to residential toilets. Why? Because if there is too much water in the bowl it will splash out during travel. The RV bowl keeps just enough water to keep the flush seal wet.
The key to using the RV toilet is to add water to the bowl before doing a #2. If you have a pedal flush, use your toe to lift the pedal to add water. If it's a side lever flush, use the smaller lever to add water.
With adequate water in the bowl your #2 is now sitting in the water, not stuck to the bowl. When you flush, open the flush valve quickly and fully and the water will drop out taking the #2 with it. Bowl stays clean and shiny and there is almost never a need for a chute, rinse, or other remedial tasks to keep the toilet clean.
Added benefit: the extra water in the black tank helps you get a good flow when you dump, so you're not left with solid accumulating on the bottom of the tank.
You're welcome.
RV toilets have very low water levels compared to residential toilets. Why? Because if there is too much water in the bowl it will splash out during travel. The RV bowl keeps just enough water to keep the flush seal wet.
The key to using the RV toilet is to add water to the bowl before doing a #2. If you have a pedal flush, use your toe to lift the pedal to add water. If it's a side lever flush, use the smaller lever to add water.
With adequate water in the bowl your #2 is now sitting in the water, not stuck to the bowl. When you flush, open the flush valve quickly and fully and the water will drop out taking the #2 with it. Bowl stays clean and shiny and there is almost never a need for a chute, rinse, or other remedial tasks to keep the toilet clean.
Added benefit: the extra water in the black tank helps you get a good flow when you dump, so you're not left with solid accumulating on the bottom of the tank.
You're welcome.
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