Cleaning the Grey Water Tank of Your RV
Camping in your RV can be a lot of fun. However, there are also a lot of moving parts that make this possible. And making sure that the whole RV is functioning properly and regularly cared for is going to need to be a priority so you don’t have to worry about it. One such area is your water system. It’s a complex system, but with some effort and the right information, you can make caring for it much easier. We’ve provided a guide to cleaning the grey water tank to help you take care of this process.
Dumping the Grey Water Tank
You’ll want to start by dumping the existing content, no matter how empty it may be. Remember that all tanks should be emptied when they’re full, and for the grey water tank, full means 75%. Fortunately, most tanks come with their own monitor, so you won’t have to open it up to check.
Start by pouring dish detergent down the drain and washing it down with hot water for a couple of minutes. If you really want to get a good slosh going, consider driving your camper around for a little bit. Then, go to your nearest dump site and hook up your grey water tank to the dump hole using a sewer hose. Open the valve and allow the tank to empty. As one final touch, add a chemical treatment product to prevent buildup and avoid odors.
Cleaning the Tank
Don’t remove the hose yet, as it’s time to clean the tank. Run fresh water through the tank for a while, and then you can disconnect. Follow up with a little more treatment and you should be good to go.
If you’re cleaning all three tanks, then don’t start with the grey water tank. It’s better to start with the black water tank and work your way up the clean scale to the fresh water tank. This is so you can simultaneously clean your sewage hose.
Keep in mind that the methane from your grey water tank is considered a source of pollution. Any leaks, regardless of how intentional they may be, can lead to hefty fees. That’s why you’ll want to regularly check that all valves are closed while you’re moving around and to limit all dumps to a dumpsite, rather than in the ground.
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