MFL wrote:
Hey John...very good pics of the WH bypass system, and the check valve, that is a common problem, causing WH issues on certain models. IMO, using that cheap plastic valve, is just another low quality savings for the manufacturer.
One poster may have misunderstood, but I don't see "misinformation".
Those kitchen aerator screens plug easily, especially if no water filter is used. I sure like having an OEM whole house filter system!
Jerry
Hi Jerry,
Thanks,
I fully agree with you, the plastic poppet check valves are a low cost setup with quality that does not last. While the failure rate is lower on newer campers, the older the camper gets the worse they can be. Any time I pull a water heater out on a camper restoration I'm doing, the check valve is removed and the bypass setup converted to a two, 3 way valve setup by pass.
Thanks again
John
