Macerating pump to empty black/gray tank

bb_94401 wrote:
In another post Reddog1 said he has be using a macerating pump to empty his tanks at home. This got me thinking that it would give me even more options/opportunities to empty my tanks during winter camping vs. just gravity and the normal hose.

I like the twist-on models that fit onto the drain outlet, that I can install as needed. I've found two different systems, FloJet from Xylem (aka Jabsco) and Sani-con from Thetford. Another company makes a kit using the Flojet pump.

Are you using these models in your TC? Would you do it again? With the same brand? Comments?

Thanks.

I have the FloJet RV Waste Pump Kit. Absolutely no question, I would do it again. I see no reason not to use the same brand, but would consider others.

I too have installed 12V DC power right by dump valves. Although not required, I use a Clearview 5" Sewer Adapter with Bayonet Lugs between the pump and valves. This allows me to insure there is nothing left in the pump and the tanks are clean.

It should be noted, there is a screw on the opposite end of the pump from the impeller. See page 2 and 3 Flojet Model 18555-000. It can be used to unstuck the pump, on the rare occasion it gets stuck. DO NOT TURN THE SCREW IN THE WRONG DIRECTION, IT WILL BREAK THE IMPELLER. They will not tolerate reverse rotation, and are very pricey. I learned the hard way, broke two. I finally learned.


Is some of you have seen in my previous posts, they can double duty as a Margarita or Slurpee machine.