Swift Owner's Handbook - Swift Group

MaintenanceRemove shower head.The Thetford Cassette porta potti is easilywinterised for storage. Empty the fresh watertank using the drain tube/fresh water tanklevel indicator (level indicator on electronicmodels only). Pull the lever indicator/draintube down from top plug position andoutward through door opening to drain waterfrom the tank.Empty the water fill funnel by pulling thebottle away from tank. Remove the smallwater cap on the filler bottom, allowing waterto drain from the water funnel. (Not C-200toilet).Do not tighten caps, this helps in keepingunit dry.The pour out spout and vent plug can beremoved. Seals should be greased ifnecessary with acid-free vaseline.Remove the drain stop plugs on the freshwater pipes (see Fig. 1). These are locatedthrough the floor on the underside of thecaravan.Lower and raise the front of the caravan bywinding the jockey wheel handle to allowexcess water left in the water pipes to drainaway. This should not be done if the caravanis stored on blocks or axle stands.Leave the drain plugs and the taps open.Push up collar (A) torelease and pull plug(B) down to remove.Fig. 1The caravan may be left in this condition overwinter or until ready to use. It isrecommended to leave the taps in the openposition during storage.Recommissioning the Water SystemFill the fresh water tank on the ThetfordCassette porta potti using a hose or jerrycanuntil the water in the funnel reaches the neck.Tank capacity is 15 litres. Aqua Rinse may beadded to improve cleaning of bowl andflushing of unit. (Not C-200 CE toilet).Replace cap. Swing back the water fill funneluntil it touches the water tank.Add Aqua Kem (100 ml) into the Cassette (or120 ml if using Aqua Kem Bio) through thepour out spout. Add small amount of waterthrough the pour out spout and replace thecap.Close the cold taps and ensure all the drainplugs are fitted.It is advisable after storage to flush the watersystem initially with a sterilising agent (suchas Milton), and then with water repeating untilthe system is well flushed through.Connect the pump.Fill the system with water until water flowsfreely from the hot taps. About 2 gallons ofwater will be required. Close the hot taps.AppliancesBefore starting caravanning after storagecheck all gas appliances and electricalpoints.Note: Preferably not less than once a year,the electrical installation should be inspectedand tested by a qualified electrician.After storage it is advisable to air the caravanand clean throughout, especially cookingappliances and the refrigerator.Replace the bedding and wheels if they wereremoved for storage.ImportantAlways follow the manufacturersrecommended procedures after use of fittedequipment in the caravan and before storingfor any length of time.94