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sharmendinger
Explorer
May 25, 2016

sulfur smelling water and frig is freezing food

Have had a Sunseeker 3 years and never had this problem until this spring. The water has a slight sulfur odor. I have drained the whole system and refilled, but problem still present. I fill from o...
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jrp
Explorer
May 25, 2016
The H2S smell comes from bacteria in the water source, or the water lines or the water tanks. This is common when filled from a well supply, since its not normally chlorinated like city water.
You need to disinfect the entire system, including the hot water tank and each branch & fixture. Just draining & refilling does not get rid of the bacteria. It will get worse until you disinfect with diluted bleach or chlorine.

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