Caravanning For Beginners (Cassette Toilet)
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- Опубликовано: 10 июл 2024
- In this video we show New Caravanners how the Cassette Toilet works, how to fill the Flush and add Chemicals. If you are a Seasoned Caravanner please feel free to add in the comments section your ideas and tips. Thanks Phil. If you would more help why not join our Facebook Group Caravan/Motor Home Helpers / 393493661323644
Please note you need to add a little water to the green in the cassette. Thanks to Dave from Desmond's Donders.
Nice one Phil all the basics that us experienced caravaners take for granted beautifully explained. For the Newbies when emptying the cassette at the disposal point don’t shake it to death when rinsing out, a gentle swirling motion will do, this ensures you won’t dislocate the float mechanism. This is what switches on the red light when full as Phil explained.
Thanks Colin a Top Tip. Will pin this Tweet. Thanks Phil🙂👍
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Binged watch your channel last few hours - not taken the van out yet but absolutely fantastic advice Thankyou ❤
Awesome! Thank you! I have plenty of videos which may help or answer some questions. Phil👍🙂
Boy did I laugh at the start of this video seeing you sat on the loo 😂😂 I wasn’t expecting that! What a great video. Thank you 😊
You are more than welcome. Just my toilet humour coming out. Thanks again. Phil😂👍
The handle. No one told me about the handle. I won't bless you with the detail but the sliding handle not being known about made a weekend abit awkward with me having to poke the leavings down the hole with a stick. Thanks so much. Phew, thank you for these videos.
Hi Darius. Thanks for watching I am glad it was of use. Thanks for taking time to comments. Thanks again Phil.🙂👍
@@lostweekendscaravan you're very welcome. I really must watch more of your videos before I need the info. Not afterwards. I've subscribed so I'll get more come up but I'll also seek out what I need too. Thanks again and cu soon. (In the video)
Hi Darius. You are welcome i hope there is enough videos to help you out. Many Thanks Phil🙂👍
Thank you Phil. We've just changed from a campervan to a caravan and need all the help we can get. First adventure out next week, so, fingers crossed all goes well. I'm looking forward to following your channel for confidence and inspiration. Thank you.
Hi Mick. Thank you for watching. I hope you enjoy your first trip out. I you have any issues I am sure I have a video covering it. If you have any suggestions for future videos feel free to ask. Thanks Phil. 👍🙂
Another good , well presented video Phil.
All good info - it’s easy to forget that what we as seasoned caravanners do without thinking about can be something a newcomer may have concerns about.
When I returned to caravanning 3 years ago , it was channels like yours that not only helped me learn the basics , but gave me confidence to carry on.
Thanks for all your tips and look after yourselves
Regards
Howard
Hi Howard. Thanks. I recall being afraid to ask the Dealer when we picked it up. I didn't want to appear silly. I think little videos like this help to solve so of the questions that appear on line. Thanks so much for your comment. Phil🙂👍
Thank you very much. This video has been really helpful to us as new motorhome owners.
Hello. Thanks for watching. I am glad you found the video useful. I made quite a few Beginners Videos. Enjoy your New Hobby. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Thanks Phil.
Really clear information and probably the best How To videos out there.
We're about to return to caravanning next week after ten years away.
I cannot remember draining 'the pink' before we travel.
Will be doing now 😉
Hi Martin. Welcome back to the caravan world. I hope you have now got your new van. Make as many memories as you can but most of all enjoy. Phil👍🙂
This normally Brian’s job but as I have watched how you do it, I’m going to have a go when next on site. Instructions were very clear Phil. Thanks for sharing.👍🐶🐾😀
Hello. Have a go you don't know what you are missing😂 Thanks Phil🙂👍
This is brilliant. We were going to buy our first ever caravan this year but we are going to wait now until next year so this video really help people like me who doesn’t have a clue. Thank you 😊
Hi Tina. Thanks for watching. Just to add when adding the Green to the cassette add a little water too. Thanks Phil. See you on the Road sometime🙂👍
Hi Phil, informative instructional video. One thing we also use is Happy Bowls. These are paper liners that you place in the bowl before commencing number 2 activity. The liner keeps the bowl clean and disintegrates in the same manner as toilet roll. They do add expense, but we prefer the method, it’s what persuaded us to move from the only number 1 brigade over to being fully self sufficient in the van. We’ve used this method for 2 years and have never had an issue with the liners causing blockages in the cassette when emptying. Cheers from John & Al.
Hi Jon and Al. Thats a great idea. Given that we may be forced to use the Loo for both 1s and 2s these sound a great idea. Will look out for those thanks Phil 👍🙂
Great idea that Phil, good to have some useful videos for beginners and experienced alike! Every day is a school day as they say. Hope you are all well 👍
Thanks Aaron I just recall never recalling anything at hand over. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Hi Phil,
Oh yes looking forward to a series of vlogs. Nice one pal. 👍👍
Thanks Nigel. Hope all is well. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Helpful vlog.i usually empty the flush tank into the cassette.then empty that at the elsan point before leaving site.also usually add a small amount of water into cassette before adding the green chemical.
Hello Thomas That's a great idea! I never thought of that. Thanks Phil👍🙂
Another informative vlog for beginners 🐚🌟⭐️🌟🌟⭐️
H Bren & Jules. Hope you are both well. Yes I hope this does help folk out. Thanks Phil.🙂👍
Some good tips there Phil especially about the green. We've been on some sites that insist on green / organic additive as they say the blue chemical kills the bacteria in the eco system. Cheers Rob
Hi Rob. Yes we have been on sites and they insist on Green some go further and expect the organic stuff. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Nice one Phil, well explained pal 😊 Thanks for sharing. Mart & Jo.
Thanks 👍Mart & Jo. I was trying to keep it simple. Thanks again Phil🙂👍
Good one Phil and an excellent idea for a series too, all in one place for Beginners has to be a good thing... 👍🏻
Just one observation; we have a Coachman as you know and it is fitted, for some inexplicable reason, a Dometic loo system. They have informed us that there is not a flush system drain, but it should suffice just to drain it into the cassette until empty, when needed. Not ideal and a bit of a waste if you ask me, but they didn’t, so heyho, we are lumped with it, for now... 🤷🏼♂️ 🤪 🧐
Hi Rog. Thanks. I had no idea that Dometic Loos didn't have a drain plug. My only concern would be you could burn out the pump. I am sure they have thought about this too though. Thanks for watching. I just felt there might be an interest as you never taken everything at the handover day. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Very very good video that for new caravanners. Very well presented. Ian...
Why Thank you Ian. Thanks for your support. Phil🙂👍
thanks for video just starting out using a caravan for the first time, I hope continue making videos
Hi Michael. Thanks. I am trying to make as many first timer videos as possible as most Caravan Dealers never really show you how things work. I hope you continue to keep watching. many thanks Phil🙂👍
@@lostweekendscaravan thank you Phil for getting back to me, it means a lot
Thanks Phil great video XX hope you're all well
Hi Lynda. Thanks. We are all fine. Take Care Phil👍🙂
OMG I died when you put that blue thing into the water hole! 😱😱😱I have such a small mind! Great vlog though! Thanks for sharing! ❤️❤️❤️
Hi I am guessing you mean the watering can. I don't fill the water up with a hose as the force can damage to cistern mechanism. The watering can collapses to save space. There will be a video soon to explain it. Thanks Phil. 🙂👍
lost weekends caravan yes I do have a couple of colapz pieces. The “watering can looks really handy! I’ve always used a jug. It’s hard work!
Nice one Phil, Looking forward to this series of vlogs. Cheers Martin
Thanks Martin. Hook up next. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Nice informative video. This will be very helpful for new caravanners.🙂Mark
Thanks Mark Hope all is well. I hope so. I just wanted to share and help folk who are new to Caravanning. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Nice one, I'm looking to see which one to buy, initially wanted all manual for less parts to fail but seeing the advancements of them has changed my mind.
Hello RR. The electric flush uses very little electric so if you used off grid it would use little of your battery life. The drainer on the manual does not normally have the drain tube making it difficult to empty the tank. I would recommend the Electric flush. Thanks for watching. Phil👍🙂
@@lostweekendscaravan thanks, I'm looking for a C223CS now, having no flush tank it takes up a little less room which is vital.
Thank you so much, am learning a LOT.
You are very welcome. I hope to have so Beginners videos out very soon. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Nice one Phil good demo there for beginners just starting up .kev
Thanks Kev. I hope we can help anyone starting or thinking about buying a Van. Thanks again Phil🙂👍
Hi Phil. Good idea this video. Shame you didn’t cover the full process emptying the the cassette. I could have then showed it to the wife 🤔 thanks for sharing
Hi Paul Thanks Sadly there is no Elsan Point at the Storage Yard. I do believe other Channels have covered this point though. I have tried to show Juliet but strangely she doesn't understand it😂 Thanks Again Phil👍🙂
lost weekends caravan Deb had a look at the video and said what’s that little door for. I said it’s the flush tank for the toilet darling.so that’s it then her interest is over 🤔
Nice review Phil all the best Rob 👍
Thanks Rob Hope you are all well and wee Robbie is not driving you mad😂 Thanks Phil👍🙂
Cheers mate your too late he already is 🤣..hope you guys are well
Thank you! I’ve just bought a caravan, and I’ve no idea how the toilet works 😂
Hi There, I am so happy to help. There are plenty of videos on the channel that may help you. Many thanks Phil👍🙂
this is so helpful thank you
Hi Cherrie. Glad it was helpful! I try my best. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Thank you for this! It’s been my biggest concern..! 😅
No worries! Glad to help. Enjoy your trips away Phil👍🙂
We used the Thetford aqua kem blue the first time we went away, then decided to give the aqua kem green sachets a go, much easier and less mess, open the blade and throw it in the toilet. There is usually a decent deal on eBay where you get 15 aqua kem green tablets and four toilet rolls for £18
Hi Paul. Thanks I have looked at the sachets. they do seem a better option. I have bought my chemicals in bulk and top up the bottles. When they run out it might give them a go. Thanks again Phil🙂👍
Very well explained Phil one thing we do different is instead of opening the cassette sliding plate I just pour the chemicals down the orange pipe. I've always used the blue chemicals but I think we'll give the "green" one a try. Looking forward to this series even old caravanners like us can still learning a thing or 2.
Stay safe best wishes Jon and Karen
Thanks Jon and Karen. Hope all is well with you both. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Something I never said the other day , this film is quiet handy .......................for beginners and hmmm people who bought a van and never used the loo 😂😂 ok you can stop laughing now
Thankyou
😂😂😂 Ok I'll stop now. Thanks Gavin. Cheers Phil🙂
Really helpful thank you
Glad it helped Richard. We try our best to help. Thanks Phil.👍🙂
This os a god send
Thanks for the work pal
No problem 👍 Anthony. There are plenty of videos which you may find helpful. Thanks Phil👍🙂
Watching them now Phil
Much appreciated
Excellent thank you,
Your very welcome. Phil 🙂👍
After trawling through the owners manual, of how to use your toilet 🚽 🤔 🥴and Thetford website, we’re newbies as you’ve gathered.
We resort to the good old google help and the trusty you tuber, now we can 1 and 2 all because of you! Thanks again
You are very welcome. I hope you enjoy your Caravan. I recorded it because we were not shown when we bought ours too. Happy 1s and 2s. Take care Phil🙂
We don't carry the watering can, we use a short dedicated hose that fits onto the washroom tap and goes out of the window and into the tank inlet so you can fill from the aquaroll. Saves space and more convenient, especially on a wet day!
Hi John. Thats a good idea. I guess it does stop you getting wet👍 Thanks for watching and commenting. Phil🙂👍
So tempted to make some "comments" LOL. If folk search the Practical Caravan YT site they will discover a video on Chemicals where the GURU discusses the chemicals in more depth. On the comments below you should be adding a small amount of water in with the chemicals.
Thanks David will do. Hope all is well. Phil👍🙂
do you always have to fully fill the system. so if your only away for the weekend can you half fill ?
Hi Cherrie. You do not have to empty when full you can empty anytime you feel like. It will fill up quite quick as it is not that large of a container. I hope this helps. Phil🙂👍
We stopped using the the pink for the flush and gone with using zoflora (or other brands) it's cheap and get alot of mixes out of it and never looked back and never had issues with black bits it smell
Hi Chris. Thanks I like the idea of this. Zoflora has quite nice smell to it. I may have to have a go. Thanks Phil🙂👍
@@lostweekendscaravan it comes in many different scents and even the B&M do their own
Hi is there any way of turning down the flush, when we flush it seems to go over top of bowl
Regards
Hi Graham. I am not aware of anyway of doing so. I tend just press once and it seems to be ok. I hope this helps. Phil👍🙂
Hi mate, was thinking of finding pitch to permenantly park a caravan, to stay there like a month, and then maybe rent out too
Thought the septic tank emptying is not ideal and a tedious task
What about renting a contruction site portable toilet cubicle? They rent them out for like £25 a week, includes a weekly service and clean in the price too. Their septic tanks are about 220L vs caravan 20l cassets
This would make the caravan experience much more easy going. They also have a mini sink and water tap in the cubicles, most likely stored in a clean water tank. What do you think of this?
Hi There It sounds a good idea but I doubt any site would let you site Portable Loo on a pitch. Most folk only Pee in the Caravan loos and use the loo blocks for everything else. Empty the cassette is easy and simple to do. Thanks Phil👍🙂
@@lostweekendscaravan ah ok, thanks. do you have any tips of how to find a long term pitch location?
Hi. The best way to go about this is to search the web for Caravan Parks with Seasonal Pitch rental. I would choose one fairly close to you so you don't have to battle the traffic every Bank Holiday or High Season. Thanks Phil
@@lostweekendscaravan ok thanks, wil give it a go
Loving your bucket. What kind is it? Tia
Hi Thanks for watching here is a link to the video which will explain the bucket for you. Thanks again Phil. ruclips.net/video/kuR9C2-napA/видео.html
Do you need to use 'specia'l toilet paper?
Hi Tom. Good question. No we don't use the loo sold in the caravan stores is not that good. A mid priced normal Loo will do nicely. Don't waste your money on the caravan Stuff. I hope this helps. Phil. 🙂👍
So you can’t drive with either system full? What happens if you have used it somewhere where there is no dump site?
Hi You should not tow with w full cassette. The main reason is it can have an effect on the rear of the Caravan as you tow, The Cassette can be emptied into a standard loo. I hope this helps. Phil🙂
@@lostweekendscaravan awsome thanks for that Phil guessing you could take cassette out and say put it in the back of ute until you got somewhere to dump? Guessing they stay sealed?
@@liketoparty85 Yes just make sure its full closed and will remain sealed. Thanks Phil
I was always taught never to put the chemical in the top of the cassette as it ruins the rubber seal. You should always put the chemicals in the tube where you empty the cassette
Hi Annette. I suppose it’s up to the individual really. If you are careful doing from the top wouldn’t be an issue. Pouring into tube can be a pain as it can get stuck in the pipe. But as I said each to their. Thanks Phil 👍😊
Bench type thetford loo too please 🎉
Hi Helen. Thanks for watching. When I get chance to come across a bench loo I will definitely do a video on it. Thanks Phil 👍🙂
Do the chemicals break down solids?!
Hi There. Yes they do. It does take a while but it does break it down. Thanks Phil👍🙂
I still missing how do you remove the 💩...?
Very simple the chemical breaks down the poop into liquid so it can be poured away. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Hi maye dont u put bit of water in cassette
Hi Leigh Yes you can do but it would reduce capacity in the cassette. Thanks Phil🙂👍
Can anyone help me I am new to caravan now I got it online and they no bathroom with it so I have to replace it can you someone tell me how I would go about replace it
Hi I am guessing that the toilet needs replacing. If so you can buy new direct from thetford or through a caravan dealer but they will put a bit on the price. If you want a second hand one then there are plenty of caravan breakers such as KTG. Thanks Phil 😊
@@lostweekendscaravan thanks you do you know how I put USB In my caravan so I can charge my phone in my caravan on the road as I am travel around the uk for a year
@@Itsmeandmyadhd Hi It depends on if you are using mains when sited. There are plenty of usb device on amazon. You can buy led lights that work off 12 volt and come with usb charging point. I have a video on the channel on how to do this. Thanks Phil
Is it just the chemicals you put in cassette?
The chemical goes in the cassette but measure and you use the Pink or In the flush tank.. I hope that helps. Phil🙂👍
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOUR TOURING FROM DAY TO DAY - I DONT PLAN ON DROPPIN LOGS IN MY CAN
Hi would still recommend you empty it. If it leaks you will have a mess to clean up. Plus it still adds weight. Thanks Phil🙂
I can’t get my tiolet to work on a Bailey debtor caravan 2003
I can’t get my tiolet to work on my Bailey caravan 2003 sentor
Hi Dean. Without knowing which model and type I cannot really offer any advice. There are several Loos with different ways to flush. If its a manual flush it could be the seal on the lift handle which creates the vacuum to draw the water. If its electric flush it could be one many issues from the switch button, fuse, or the pump. I hope this helps. Phil👍🙂
Any comments on smells when dumping?
Just watched this ruclips.net/video/s-Z8DdrtuVo/видео.html
Hi There. I left out this part as it depends on the chemical you use. Some break solids quicker than others reducing the smell quicker. Personal as we do not wild camp. We only use it to pee in and chemicals remove this smell. I hope this clears the matter up a bit more for you. Phil👍🙂
watched this to see how and where cassette got emptied...disappointed
Hi Mike. Sorry to disappoint. Phil
@@lostweekendscaravan found info elsewhere which used clean water to demonstrate the yucky bit. Thanks for all the rest !
I am glad you got it sorted. Phil
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Is this the part you fill to make the toilet flush?
You said it was 15 litres, does that mean you fill it completely?
I’m new to this lol, any answer would be massively appreciated!
Hi Yes it is. You can fill it up full otherwise you will be constantly topping it up. In next weeks video I take a look at a great new invention to help fill the cistern up without making a mess. In was invented by a fellow caravanner. Hope this helps. Phil👍🙂