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05-03-2013, 03:15 PM
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I too got a replacement valve from the manufacturer (no charge/free shipping) due to a hairline crack. My valve is not like YOUROO's and I think it is rated at 200psi. I did bypass it though when I did my blow out. I guess I just got lucky that the blow out cleared the nozzle.
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05-03-2013, 08:24 PM
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Location: Apple Valley, CA
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Problem Solved!!!
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Originally Posted by fbconsults
When I try to introduce water into the black water holding tank through the black water flush system, it seems to be plugged somewhere. My first thought was the anti backflush valve where the external water hose attaches was stuck, but when I depressed the valve, water squirted out. I assume this was from the backpressure in the line. I wonder if threre is another anti backflush valve somewhere. It doesn't seem like just "stuff" where the water sprays into the tank could create this problem.
Any ideas?
Thanks, Forrest
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I hooked the air tank up to the black water flush inlet, turned on the air and Viola! I heard the clog come loose and the line was clear. Hooked up the water and I can now hear the sprayer working.
I hooked the air to water line adapter which is normally used to clear water from the lines when you winterize. Had about 75lbs of pressure in the tank, and turned it on. What a relief!
The adapter is available at Camping World or your camping accessories store for less than ten bucks if you don't have one. I should have thought of it before.
Thanks for all the suggestions and ideas, I appreciate it. All of the comments cause you to put on the old thinking cap.
Happy Trails (And clean black water tanks, LOL),
Forrest
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05-06-2013, 09:13 AM
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How do get to the black tank flush input,mine is leaking when i flush,it is a 2012 378xl.Do you have to take the panel off at the water heater.
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05-06-2013, 09:44 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by manvel
How do get to the black tank flush input,mine is leaking when i flush,it is a 2012 378xl.Do you have to take the panel off at the water heater.
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Yes it is located in the hot water compartment upper right hand corner.
It is a blue waterline to a 90 degree elbow that goes into tanka nd sprays.
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05-06-2013, 03:34 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2012
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Thanks,after finding it,found the water was coming from the hose on the bottom of the one way valve and running down the hose. Got the leak stop for now with tape,out on a trip,will fix better when i get home.
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06-29-2014, 04:17 PM
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WisconsinCowboy
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Wisconsin
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Do you have to take the hot water tank and or face off?
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06-29-2014, 04:18 PM
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WisconsinCowboy
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Wisconsin
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We have a 2014 352XL that water pours out of the hot water tank compartment when I try and flush the black tank.
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06-29-2014, 04:57 PM
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Site Team - Lou
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: South Eastern PA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ejaeger
We have a 2014 352XL that water pours out of the hot water tank compartment when I try and flush the black tank.
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Yes, you will get your shoes wet 
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06-29-2014, 05:08 PM
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Location: Idaho
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With my Atwood I will loosen the plastic plug till I can turn it with my fingers.
Once it is loose I stand off to one side and reach as far as I can to take it out and then flip the pressure relief valve.
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06-29-2014, 05:13 PM
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WisconsinCowboy
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Wisconsin
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I guess I'm not understanding. .. my leak is coming from inside the compartment that holds the hot water tank. There is no way I can see to get to it unless you physically pull out the hot water tank.
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06-29-2014, 05:30 PM
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06-29-2014, 06:46 PM
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WisconsinCowboy
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Wisconsin
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Outside. .. But in the compartment. .. I'm thinking an overflow or vent is blocked or broken. .. I've got a couple warranty things I need done.
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06-29-2014, 06:55 PM
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Location: Idaho
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Two things to look at, anode rod loose or no putty/tape on the threads.
Pressure relief valve bad.
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06-29-2014, 07:05 PM
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Site Team - Lou
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: South Eastern PA
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This is the problem with jumping on a thread belonging to someone else.
Posts (and help) get confused.
Have you checked your isolation valves behind the water heater?
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06-29-2014, 07:19 PM
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WisconsinCowboy
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Wisconsin
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10/4... I'll check it out. Thanks for the photos and suggestions.
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06-29-2014, 08:57 PM
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Retired Ford Tech
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Full-Timer
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The anti back flow valve for the black tank is leaking. It is probably cracked. I had the same problem with mine. My valve was behind the pantry, and water would leak from under the frig. Follow the line around the compartment where it is coming from, I can't think they would put the valve in a inaccessible spot. Maybe call Forest River for its location. Did your unit spend the winter before you bought it ?
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Rod
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06-29-2014, 09:07 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
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try putting a sack of ice down your toilet it helps keep everything clean and the seniors while your driving.
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06-29-2014, 09:21 PM
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WisconsinCowboy
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Wisconsin
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rvpezzano
The anti back flow valve for the black tank is leaking. It is probably cracked. I had the same problem with mine. My valve was behind the pantry, and water would leak from under the frig. Follow the line around the compartment where it is coming from, I can't think they would put the valve in a inaccessible spot. Maybe call Forest River for its location. Did your unit spend the winter before you bought it ?
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Rod
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Cool! ! I will check that. Thank you! !
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