Dump valves '95 Excella 1000

[Lucy815]

In our continuing preparations to use the barn-find our new-to-us '95 Excella 1000, Lucy3 aka L3, we again are asking for recommendations/suggestions. We understand from the PO this TT was parked in a shed for the past 10-12 years. So far, the furnace works, the A/C works, the frig works, the LP tanks are full and re-certified and tomorrow the wheel bearings will be checked then tires. However, since the waste tanks have not been used in 10-12 years, are there any specific preparations needed before using the dump valves on the main and auxilliary holding tanks?

Thanks in advance.

[TG Twinkie]

I would put a gallon of water in each tank and check for leaks. If there are none. Be careful when opening the dump valves for the first time. They may be stuck. If you force them, you could break the operating rod. The water will help lubricate the tank side seal in the valves, but there is also a seal on the dump side of the valves. The seal could be stuck to the blade.
Gentle persuasion is the key.

[cwf]

Anyone ever try organic sanitation used in brewing process? I have seen it clean some incredible gunk and is environmentally safe....

[cwf]

Originally Posted by cwf

Anyone ever try organic sanitation used in brewing process? I have seen it clean some incredible gunk and is environmentally safe....

Anyone read this? Thanks

[PhilipKS]

Do you have a link to this type of process? It sounds promising. Is it similar to Rid-ex or other enzyme like cleaners? My in-tank cleaner is clogged up or otherwise useless, so I use the el-cheapo wand cleaner available at Walmart to do the job.