Can’t get air out of water lines

[NavyLCDR]

Originally Posted by Theb2b

We had the same problem, first trip out on a brand new trailer. Found through trail and error the water saver valve in the shower was not fully closed, open just enough to draw air into the system.

Couldn't believe it when we found the source but cured our problem.

Good luck.

That's interesting since the shower saver valve is on the outlet side of the water pump, not the inlet side.

[jimmoore13]

Originally Posted by 5picker

While we can't be sure... the OP did say it was set correctly. (see red above)

I guess I stand corrected, and I apologize for wasting bytes. SMH.

[Tabasco_Joe]

Originally Posted by richmo

More good suggestions. Sorry I should have noted that I mis-labeled the lines that you see in the picture. The antifreeze line is actually the one on the right. I tested that using a hose and bucket of water as someone suggested.

I am going to try and below out the line with compressed air and see what happens.

I really think the problem is my water filter container is the issue. I noticed it does not completely fill leaving a little air pocket at the top which also where the output hose to the sinks, etc is. I see it bubbling when the faucet is open and pump running.

If you put set the valve to pull from the antifreeze line and you feed water in that way, does it still bubble?

[JDR76]

Monitoring this thread. I have the same issue and am yet to figure out the cause.

[richmo]

After I flushed out the antifreeze the first thing I did was install a new anode rod so I now that is not the issue.

When I pumped from a water buck through the antifreeze line I have to say I did not think to look at the water filer to see if it was bubbling. I would guess not as my wife was in the trailer and said there was a steady flow coming out the faucet, but not very fast.

And finally I am going to figure out how to check for critter holes. I trapped some mice in it in the last few days so it certainly is a possibility I will look into.

I am taking it to the dealership tomorrow for them to help. Assuming we find the problem I will update my post so everyone can see the fix.

Thanks again for all the suggestions. Being a new owner it really helps to get advice from others that have owned an RV for a while.

[HangDiver]

Good luck tomorrow. Hope its an easy fix.

[richmo]

Well the verdict is in. It was an air leak in a pvc pipe going to the water miser valve in my shower. I have included a picture of it. It is the blue pipe. Turns out the back of the pipe had a crack and was spraying against the shower wall so not very noticeable.

Anyway dealership fixed it no charge and I am ready to hit the road. First trip probably going to be Acadia National park then Prince Edward Island.

Thanks again for everyone’s help and suggestions. It really was very helpful to me.

[HangDiver]

Awesome! Glad you got it taken care of.

Safe travels.