wa8yxm wrote:
As the first reply said the tank flush line is 100% independent of all other plumbing. And in fact I suggest even using a different hose to feed it. and when not pushing water into the tank DISCONNECT it.
There are safety devices to prevent backflow from Tank to the water system. Mine has both a spring check valve at the tank and a vacuum breaker above the tank... BUT even with Belt and suspenders you can lose your trousers. (Thus I "Air gap" the line to insure no possible backflow.
I literally have a brown colored hose for the black tank flush. That's all it's used for.