Does the RV water pump need to be on when connected to city water? Newbie mistake!!
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
- There is so much to remember and learn when you get an RV. One of those things has to do with the water pump. I completely forgot if I had to have the water pump running when I'm connected to city water. In this video, I'll show you what I figured out about that as well as how we have our water set up with the water pressure regulator and the water filter.
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We just figured this out on our 8th weekend of camping in our Travato. Once you realize you don't need the water pump on city or park water it is so obvious! RV = constant learning (and constant fixing).
This was Great. The only thing I would suggest is when you connect to any water source turn on the water and flush the hose before connecting to the RV. I usually turn on the water at the source before connecting anything. You would not believe the stuff that comes out first at a camp ground before the water runs clear.
good tip, ty sir, i will be using this from now on
We hooked up the filter at the source not thinking about what he said but we did flush the hose out and the black charcoal from the filter came out which I was glad we didn't put that in our tank. So yes whether you hook up at the source or the output to the camper it's good to flush the hose and the filter I think. Just my opinion.
I will add that while watching the rest of your video, you are correct in your thinking about water filtration location. I agree with you there and I was a licensed water distribution operator. We refer to what you described as water quality degradation. I changed you to a thumbs up because of that. Smart guy.
Also... Turn off the water at the connection when away from your rig! RV plumbing is not as robust as house plumbing. You may "come home" to a flooded RV! Also, turn off your water pump and hot water heater if gone for awhile. P.S. Our tank water or public hook-up water, although filtered, is only used for showers, dishwashing & toilet flushing. We drink bottled water only. Those blue filters do not filter bacteria or viruses.
Thank you for bringing those up! Great tips and things to remember.
Are there any filters that can filter bacteria?
@@yankeesusa1 yes home depot sells a PUR water filter for the faucet so you can drink the water! I use the camco filter outside my rv and the PUR filter inside 😁
So evan if I'm at a full hook up full time living in my camper at a month to month mobil home park I would need to turn off my city water and water heater?
@@Tania-vi7in It all depends on how much you trust your RV plumbing and how good your insurance is. RV plumbing fixtures are not as robust as a "stix & brix". On my Thor built RV, they did not use the wider crimp bands on the pex pipe or brass elbows. So, you may get lucky... but then there's peace of mind...
Not sure if it’s been commented on yet, but I always loop my water hoses and connect the female to make ends when storing to keep any contaminants from getting in them.
Very good video. We are newbies as well and we appreciate the information as we are getting ready to go camping for the season. Keep up the good videos guys. Thank you!!🤘🏽🤘🏽🤜🏾🤛🏾💯💯
Thx brotha....the wife and I are picking up our 1st RV today and we were wondering the same thing!
Thank you! You answered 3 questions I had, in one short video. You’re awesome!!
Thank you so much I live in my RV and I learned something new today!
If you put the water filter at the source end instead of the rv end, there should be no bacteria growth, or “gunk” in the hose as the filet is blocking all of that. It also helps to keep the hose clean if you ever need to connect from a source to the rv without a filter (perhaps it’s damaged or worn or simply forgotten)
great tip thanks
Just bought a live in RV and this was super helpful!
Man our first time out we had ours on and now I'm finding this out. Thanks for this
Thanks for your video. We’re newbies this year and this is our first trip out. We were kind of wondering about the pump being on!!!
We just bought ours yesterday, was pretty sure the guy said not to leave it on. Thanks for the confirmation.
I've had my camper for four years now and for the last three years I've put the regulator on the spicket to end of the hose but this year I tried putting it on the camper end and I find that my water pressure went way up I also put a inline filter on both ends of the hose and I replace the kitchen faucet with a standard residential kitchen faucet and I put a Brita water filter on the kitchen
Glad I watched this. I'm going to put my filter closest to rv now instead of with the regulator at the faucet. Your reasoning makes good sense.
Read my reply as to particle filtration.
No need for music in background.your info is all we need..
Eat Em’ Up Kats!!! Class of 2013. Great video!
Read all of your manuals people. This guy is a newbie also. I've been camping all my life, filter goes at the spigot. Check out camp location for water safety if you are going to drink it.
Thanks bro! Im new!! Trying to learn!!! My filter is put on like yours
But if you have the water filter at the point of entry to the hose from the Spicket then you shouldn’t get any bacteria buildup in the hose itself which keeps your hose clean for the long run. Whereas if you do it the way you show in the video you’re getting all the bacteria and everything in the hose and all the bad water in the hose which overtime will mess up your hose. That’s my thinking on it.
...just made me realize that a one way check valve and a normally closed pressure switch could make this automatic... So if pressure is detected on the city side of the check valve, then pressure switch opens, thus cutting power to the pump...
I suggest you get a 90 degree elbow to put at the RV city water inlet to reduce the strain that the water hose and filter puts on it. Also, I would get a water pressure regulator with the dial, so you will know what pressure is going into your RV.
totally. learned that first time setting up. it really does make a huge difference😊
Brother I’m so new to the RV my wife wants so badly so I just picking up one is a Ford 2007 Cruise and I’m checking out the menu and watching RUclips al of the above hope I will picking some trick because my trip is come up in twos week we want trips to California by watching your RUclips I definitely laugh twos thing watering filters and water pumps thanks so much brother will keeping watching mores RUclips in future
Hey There fellow Bearkat!!! I'm a newbie to the RV World and love the info you posted. I will be watching more of your videos and appreciate you sharing!
Does RV water pump need to be on when connected to city water?
No, you should not run the RV's fresh water pump when hooked up to city water. The city water system should provide sufficient water pressure for your RV's fresh water system. The pump is designed only to pump water out of your RV's fresh water holding tank when you are not hooked up to city water.
I want to tell you I have a low pressure pump which is perfect that way I can conserve water when I’m hooked up to the city I get greater pressure when I shower ….now only when I shower I turn on my water pump, therefore the water pressure (and volume) increases even more! Nice for great showers …. something to consider.
Very important make sure you do a quick flush on a new water filter before connectingin it to your rig. Get all the black charcoal resadue out till the water turns clear then connect. Its simalur to changing a water filter in your home frig.
I like the idea of putting the filter at the RV, though most bacteria are going to fly right through most RV filters. Most bacteria are only about 3-5 microns:/. Bigger stuff that can develop in the hose will for sure get caught! Ty for the info!!!
I would think that putting the regulator right at the start of the flow would result in much lower pressure at the RV end because the water would lose pressure as it travels the distance through the hose, and then passing through a filter?
I was wondering the same thing. I have mine right at the RV
Definitely a logical thought, though I would imagine that some filters and hoses do have a max PSI rating and depending on the city water's PSI, it could also cause problems.
Thank you for this advice. We made the mistake with keeping the pump on. What did you do to repair it, for the heat to start working again? Super newbies!
Should your water heater switch be left on if you are connected to a city water connection from hot water?
Thanks for all the great info! We're full timers (for a little over a year now). We've been at a campground for the last few months riding out the winter. We have full hookups with 50 amp service. Our fresh water tank stays empty & we use a water pressure regulator (ours is dialed down to 45 psi). A few weeks ago our water pump switch on the inside panel was accidentally turned on at some point (I suspect it got bumped in the dark when searching for the kitchen light). When I discovered it was on later, I immediately turned it off. I have no idea how long it had been on, but I suspect at least several hours.
With no water in the fresh tank, is it possible I burned the pump out? Or is there a mechanism to prevent the pump from coming on if we're hooked into city water? The reason I ask is there was never any noise from the pump (like there usually is when you turn it on).
Any help is greatly appreciated!
I’m a newbi also makes sense to me
5:35 you mentioned bacteria inside your water hose. I think a filter only filters water. That means particles in the water. Purification kills bacteria. You want a filter and a purification system. You can filter water going in your main tank then purify your drinking water.
Awesome SHSU shirt! Go Bearkats!
I am a new RV owner, so when we first got here the water worked fine but now the water isn't working inside the RV however it is coming out of the faucet and hose... What could be the problem? I filled fresh water tank and I can use if pump is on but again I'm still learning about everything. Help please!
So after all that you said, always leave the water running on full blast?
I just read the filter should go near the spigot
I am hooked up to city water but Last night was very cold and I have a hunch something might be frozen because I’m getting no water now unless I turn the pump on. Should I just leave the pump on so I get water or ?
Thanks for your videos!
Thanks! This newbie didn’t know and glad you made the video.
You're very welcome. It was a question I had and I figured I couldn't be the only one.
@@LivingTomorrowToday Not by a long shot! I'm still a little baffled if the water pump needs to be on when the hot water heater is on.
Filters always go closest to any appliance or device and ice makers, etc, excactly for the same reason you thought of...
We are wondering, if the pump is on while on city water, it seems the pump takes from the tank, and city connection is pointless. Yes? Also, the "pump on" light is green when the switch is down instead of up. Could it be/ have been installed upside down?
if you want perfect pressure as designed by your rv pump, just use the city water to fill your fresh water tank then detach from city water and turn on/use the rv pump. When your tank becomes empty, fill it again from city water. You will never have to worry about water pressure if you use the rv pump.
I have been doing that, but it's becoming a pain to run out after several showers. I have fitted a level gauge to avoid surprises in the night of running out. Therefore using a pressure reducing regulator is probably the safest way to avoid to much pressure.
This.
@@hillaryclinton2415 and that.
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Of all the screen names in all the land…. HRC?👺
My Class C does not let me shut the little door at the water connection if the water filter is there. So I install the filter back at the water source
Water source, regulator, filter, hose, 90 degree fitting into camper to have a better angle for the hose.
Yes hooked to city water. Waterpump leaking. What do i d o fix. Replace,repair etc. 😮
Not sure it works at all. How do you turn it on, is there a fuse. Possible location. Just wznt water gone
Common issue if the water pump gets turned on while under city water pressure is it will backfill your potable water tank. You may have to reset the backflow preventer after as well.
Answer at 1:40 thank you!
What water pressure is required
I connect my filter at the rig, but I put a CAMCO 90 elbow on it. The lateral pressure it puts hanging on that connection on the rig is enough to break it. (Ask me how I know lol)
Haha, thanks for letting me know. I'm gonna look into getting an elbow.
Does that hose provide water for the shower too or is that completely different? Cause I'm planning on living full time in an RV by next year so I'm trying to learn all I can now. Thanks.
And I'm not worried about the toilet cause I'm getting an incinerator toilet so I eliminate that aspect of waste at least
@@pressureflipin1992 Yeah it provides water to everything in the rv. Minus the fresh water tank unless your rv allows that to be filled from the city water connection.
@@Stardock007 thanks for the reply.
Just a question when connected to water is it okay to leave the water running through the water line of the rv or does it have to be off unless i will use the water in the rv?
We turn our water off at the source when we are leaving for any length of time. Otherwise, we leave ours on.
We are fairly new campers. We bought a travel trailer. We came camping this weekend and we turn on the water and we also have a water filter but it’s connected to the water source anyhow, when we turn the water on, we have not been using the water pump. I don’t even know what the water pump actually does when we turn the water on we are getting what appears to be a leak water running underneath the camper I cannot figure out where it’s coming from, I open up the hot water heater on the outside of the camper. Didn’t see anything wet there, then could not figure out where it was dripping from but it appears to be coming from around the hot water tank area on the outside under the camper. Any ideas?
What about water pressure up to the city water connection that has a spring inside does that spring need pressed in and how or is this a one way valve
Yes. Filter closest to the RV.
You guys are drinking that water after using that blue filter? Hmmm not me, when I am on city water that's water for sink/shower and when BD'ing I put a large bag of ice in a 5 gal Igloo drinking cooler and fill with water, which I filter in a Brita pitcher 8 cups at a time. That omits the plastic/rubber taste mostly.
Hello thank you for making videos. I bought my rv and the man was to busy to ever show me anything but deliver it unhook and go, :( He said everything worked the awning was new and that was it. So I really have so much I dont know. Right now I had water fine but was sick and away a lot during the hot summer, and when I came home I heard a noise I never heard before in the wall like the water pump making noise when I tried to wash my hands. Now theres no noise but the deal you push in the kitchen used to show full water full tank, now it only fills to one light and then I run out of water so I cant shower or run much water to do the dishes so it just runs out? What should I do, that I can do I did ask my Son he will come over when he gets a chance. Thank YOu
So we’re new to RVing and just started following you guys. My question to you and maybe someone else is what do you do when you have a pressure regulator installed but now the pressure seems to lack? If I turn the pump on the pressure spikes immediately, but I’m not certain if I’m thinking about this correctly? Would appreciate your help and follow 😄
I don't totally understand your question. You do mean the pressure regulator on the water hose, right? I know that when we have it on, the pressure isn't the best, but I guess it's better than risking a line getting messed up.
Living Tomorrow Today that’s right. Right now I have a pressure regulator that’s non-adjustable. It’s attached to the Spicket where the hoses then brought into the RV. We had issues a month ago where we had a leak because the pressure was too high but now that I have installed this pressure regulator the pressure is extremely weak and is only powerful when I turn on the pump. I actually just ordered a few days ago a pressure regulator that’s adjustable so I think I’ll do a video and if You’re watch it you’ll understand what I mean. I think the adjustable water regulator will give me the exact pressure I’m looking for without loosening my fittings. A great channel great videos keep up the great work and I will continue to watch. Thanks for subscribing by the way if that was you who subscribed.
Spend just a little more and get an adjustable regulator with a guage. I set mine for around 40 psi. It will prevent pressure spikes above 40 psi from damaging your plumbing. If the pressure drops really low, it's because the park's pump can't keep up with heavy usage... which has nothing to do with your pressure regulator (unless your regulator is faulty or clogged).
wondering if anyone has any advice or information. I am hooked up to city water, have never used the water pump nor filled the fresh water tank. flipped on the water heater switch and found that the water pump is leaking after finding a puddle of water coming under the wall in the bathroom. found the pump under the bunkbed as well as the fresh water tank. the fresh water tank is 3/4 full of water and when i turn on the water heater, the water pump leaks at the pump head pressure switch. not sure why there is water in the tank nor why the pump is leaking when I havent utilized either. do i need to drain the water out from the tank? do i do that with the low hot/cold drains? been googling and not finding much and my manual just give vague descriptions of things with no trouble shooting info. please help! thank you!! full time rv resident
i will also add my rv is a 2022 Gulf Stream Enlighten 18bh and the water pump is a seaflo 12v, m# sfdp1-030-045-33
Thanks for the video big guy. semper
Any time!
My water pump is turned off and outside water turned on with 40-50 psi water pressure regulator. The source water has pressure but not much pressure inside. Is there some sort of bypass? Also the air valve on the water pressure accumulator loses spurt of water when you press the valve. Is it supposed to lose water on the air end? Thanks
My question. I'm hooked up to city water and my pump is off but for some reason there is water spraying out of the pump onto the floor YYY?
I am connected to the city water and the pump is off but still no water comes to thru the faucets in the RV. What can I check for.
Our unit has a knob we have to turn at the water pump depending on city water or rv tank water use.
So when using water tank in rig, I’m ok to turn on pump right?
I’m a new-be too, I took 2 showers since I figured out how to get the water right. And after 2 my shower is plugged. Omg what do I do??
My question is why dont you answer the questions on here that you say to ask ?? Including mine a couple days ago and now its not even on here ??!
what pressure regulator did you buy and what inline filter?
so i never ever move my rv...so i dont need fresh water in the tank?? I am hooked up to city water...again i will never move it it is permanent
WInd socks are great!
I advise people to always READ YOUR RV OWNER'S MANUALS!!!
People that are in the campground always are glad to answer any questions. Don't be bashful, campers are still good folks!!!
I purchased mine used from private owner, I'm full-time, stationary at property= no "Experienced RV'ers" to ask...cannot locate manual online, Help!
Inverter, when do I turn the inverter on?
Do i need the pump on to use my hot water heater
Thanks for the info.
anytime
In my rv, there are two ways where the water goes in, one on the right side and one on the left side. They both say potable water only. Does anybody know why?
Guessing one is black tank water hose clean out and the other is for the rest of the rv.
@@jackpeck9831 Thank you!
An antisiphon device may be something to consider
Go Kats! Go!
Thank you valuable lesson.
i got my hose attached to my camper and i use to get good pressure but now its either low or no water at all and i have no clue what to do
You will need to get a 90 degree angle like the one on my travel trailer.
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Interesting that SHSU used to be called Sam Houston Institute of Technology.
Agree with you on everything.
“Bacteria”? NOT! That filter is not for bacteria. Used for partials of matter only! Potable hose design not to contaminate the supply. Therefore filter at either end would be sufficient for some removal of suspended particles . Use an Aquatru reverse osmosis for drinking.
Was that Cyndi Lauper?
No water when I hook up to city water. Is there a valve somewhere to switch from water tank to city water. 1993 Tiffin Allegro
I hooked up to city water and I noticed I was leaking water from the lines. I'm on a job site, so I'm here for a long time and not going anywhere. What should I do? Do I need a pressure regulator or do I need to change the fittings?
Please help
Yes you should have a pressure regulator and it should be between 30-60 psi and tightening the connections where it is leaking is important as well
Thanks brotha!
I’m about to graduate from Sam Houston state university and I live in a RV! I was wondering, while boon-docking should you leave your water pump on or off? Or turn it on b4 you use it! Thanks
Turn it on when you need it, shut it off when you dont.
Should have read the book. On older campers the pump will not come in if hooked up to city
Same. I just went through most of the storage bins in my RV trying to find some sort of lever or switch, when it's simply determined by a check valve in the city water inlet. Doh! I could have saved myself some time (and my water pump some hours of operation, lol).
So is the water pump just to use with the fresh water tank? Will the water pump flush out the water lines with air when no water is hooked up to the RV? ( I really don't want to flush antifreeze throughout the trailer so I was wondering if the water pump would just flush out the water lines if your disconnected from city water and fresh water tank is empty)
The short answer is no, running the water pump with no water in the tank will introduce a little air into the lines but not nearly enough pressure to clear the lines. Regardless, doing so will also overheat your pump causing it to burn out.
water does not come out when hooked to city water....I know water is coming out of the hose
Omg life saver!!!
Thanks dude😅
Why these people want to get attention, just get straight to the point! Damn
By now i am sure everyone who has seen this video knows this; but this isn't an "all or nothing" type of thing. Many times, you can run into pressure issues, etc. Also, some systems actually use the fresh-water inlet to fill the tank, which means you don't get a ton of pressure passing-through to the taps and fixtures / etc. The pumps used in RV systems are typically rated to be left on all the time, so you don't have to worry about it usually. Especially if you're going to wash dishes while someone showers, etc. Youi're going to want the pump for adequate pressure. Think of it like a "booster" pump. This is also very important if you have a water filter for your drinking water before the tap. RO filters in particular need high pressure to force the h20- through those little membrane pores, to filter the water. So, again, its very subjective.
When do you use the pump?
And how?
Once a month from your tank water. Otherwise the pumps diaphragm’s can weaken and eventually leak
Thank you
Thank u soooo much
You're very welcome!
The answer to the question in the title is finally given at 6:00 into the video. The answer is no.
your filter should be at the spicket not at the RV :o)
You said more than necessary to make your points. Put regulator on Water spicket at the house connection, put filter at RV connection. Sorry not sorry, long drawn out, how to's and why i's. Are very annoying for all that want to know what, when, where, how and why. I realize your looking for or getting sponsors, even they, want the point to be made without people, going wait, what, and huh?.
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