Keeping fresh water tank bacteria-free
I'm confused about how to keep the water in the fresh water tank from picking up bacteria/viruses -- such as the Legionaire's Disease that sitting water can develop. I've seen the postings about ru...
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DentRover - my general rule is I fill my tank with water I would be willing to drink from the tap and don't worry about it. When I first bought my used TT and MH, I treated them with chlorine granules once. From then on I don't worry because the tank was cleaned and I have only put water I trust into it. If you are OK drinking the well water from the well, then don't worry about drinking it from the tank.
As for things growing because the water sits in a tank, do an experiment: fill a plastic container with your "source" water; cover it and let it sit in shade until it grows stuff. How long did it take?
As for things growing because the water sits in a tank, do an experiment: fill a plastic container with your "source" water; cover it and let it sit in shade until it grows stuff. How long did it take?
