Water pump location

[ken8246]

I have a 2013 Cardinal 3030 RS and am wondering where the Water Pump is located?
Can’t seem to find out on the Web fir this model.
How does one go about replacing it if needed?

[djousma]

Originally Posted by ken8246

I have a 2013 Cardinal 3030 RS and am wondering where the Water Pump is located?
Can’t seem to find out on the Web fir this model.
How does one go about replacing it if needed?

I dont have specific info on your specific model, but I suspect that it is behind the bulkhead in the basement like many fifth-wheels. The bulkhead comes out with a few screws removed. just make the pump run, and do a walk around listening for it. You'll find it!

[TheWolfPaq82]

That's about the best method there is. Turn it on....follow the sound.

[ken8246]

Thank you for responding to my post. But I was hoping there was someone who had a 5er like mine who has replaced or worked on there water pump and could indicate where it was and how to get to it.

[gbaldwin]

wall panel sections are all normally nailed in place and the trimmed out. One section somewhere is not. It is held in by exposed screws on the corners (4). remove these 4 screws and pump is behind that panel.

May be in pass thru / basement.... or in rig. normally right beside your fresh water tank.

[ken8246]

Found the pump.
In basement behind water filter access is on panel left side of water compartment.
Several screws mine had a vacuum on the panel too
Placement of the water lines is just terrible. Not much thought went into having to work on anything If needed.
Anyway if the pump filter clogs up there is no way to see it. Without adding longer lengths of water lines the pump can’t be relocated Inside the basement where it can be monitored.
Thank you everyone for your responses especially gbaldwin the pump was so quiet I couldn’t find it by just listening for it.

[gbaldwin]

doesnt really take any monitoring. just change filter every couple of years and when I do, I really question myself as to why.

Only need to get to pump winterize. Yes tight but with the frequency that it requires work I would give serious consideration before modifications... especially if quiet and running good.

[ken8246]

Originally Posted by gbaldwin

doesnt really take any monitoring. just change filter every couple of years and when I do, I really question myself as to why.



Only need to get to pump winterize. Yes tight but with the frequency that it requires work I would give serious consideration before modifications... especially if quiet and running good.

I installed the new pump and it keeps running won’t build pressure. I’ve made sure the lines were purged of air and don’t see or hear any leaks.
System works ok on city water so I’ll just take it to my RV repair shop and have them fix it.

[kenandterry]

Originally Posted by ken8246

I installed the new pump and it keeps running won’t build pressure.
System works ok on city water so I’ll just take it to my RV repair shop and have them fix it.

Make absolutely certain you get a hard confirmed date in writing when you can pick up your rig. It’s May 9th already. It’s pretty much “full steam ahead” for the camping season all over North America, and everyone wants their rig operational NOW!!!!!

Just sayin’
.......and I don’t want to have to say “told ya so”

[ken8246]

Thanks
This is my only trip for a few months so it won’t be a issue

[djousma]

Originally Posted by ken8246

I installed the new pump and it keeps running won’t build pressure. I’ve made sure the lines were purged of air and don’t see or hear any leaks.
System works ok on city water so I’ll just take it to my RV repair shop and have them fix it.

So, water flows from the faucets? is this your first use of the season? I ask, because you will get the symptoms you see for awhile, because the water heater is empty, and needs to fill. Once filled, then you should be good. The other question is if you made sure you set the water panel controls to "dry camping".

[ken8246]

Originally Posted by djousma

So, water flows from the faucets? is this your first use of the season? I ask, because you will get the symptoms you see for awhile, because the water heater is empty, and needs to fill. Once filled, then you should be good. The other question is if you made sure you set the water panel controls to "dry camping".

Works on city water so heater is full I suspect a air leak in suction line so RV shop will hopefully find it.

[djousma]

Originally Posted by ken8246

Works on city water so heater is full I suspect a air leak in suction line so RV shop will hopefully find it.

Got it. Let us know what they find.

[D W]

Originally Posted by ken8246

I installed the new pump and it keeps running won’t build pressure. I’ve made sure the lines were purged of air and don’t see or hear any leaks.
System works ok on city water so I’ll just take it to my RV repair shop and have them fix it.

If you have the Shurflo pump and it just has a low pitch hum and won't pump try this:

Go to your CW connection, remove the cap and press the check valve button inside the connection. You will have to remove the screen. Stand off to the side when doing this as if pressure is there you will get a bath.

Often times, residual pressure will remain in the CW line. The pump cannot overcome this pressure, and it will go into "bypass mode" and stop pumping.

If you find pressure and relieve it, try your pump again. Chances are it should work.

[5picker]

Originally Posted by ken8246

I installed the new pump and it keeps running won’t build pressure. I’ve made sure the lines were purged of air and don’t see or hear any leaks.
System works ok on city water so I’ll just take it to my RV repair shop and have them fix it.

Just wanting to be sure...

The pump runs, water flows out the faucets and when the faucets are shut off, the pump continues to run and won't build pressure? (and stop running)
-OR-
The pump runs but nothing ever comes out the faucets?

Two completely different issues.

[ken8246]

Originally Posted by D W

If you have the Shurflo pump and it just has a low pitch hum and won't pump try this:

Go to your CW connection, remove the cap and press the check valve button inside the connection. You will have to remove the screen. Stand off to the side when doing this as if pressure is there you will get a bath.

Often times, residual pressure will remain in the CW line. The pump cannot overcome this pressure, and it will go into "bypass mode" and stop pumping.

If you find pressure and relieve it, try your pump again. Chances are it should work.

Thanks for replying
As I’ve said before I get water from all faucets but low pressure.

[D W]

Originally Posted by ken8246

Thanks for replying
As I’ve said before I get water from all faucets but low pressure.

If you've replaced the pump, and you get low volume and no pressure then you have a leak or restriction on the suction side of the pump.

[ken8246]

Originally Posted by D W

If you've replaced the pump, and you get low volume and no pressure then you have a leak or restriction on the suction side of the pump.

Good possibility I’ve got a RV shop appointment on June 5th to look at it