Flushing the system and replacing the plug.
Cleaning rv water heater tank.
Reinstall the water heater plug.
Draining the rv s water supply 1.
How to clean an rv hot water tank method 1 of 4.
Drain the water heater.
Open the water lines beneath the rv.
Fill the freshwater tank with potable water and pump it through the system.
Using the rvs or trailers winterizing kit put in 3 to 5 gallons depending on water heater capacity of white vinegar.
Then pour this water bleach mixture into the freshwater tank with the help of a funnel.
To avoid damaging the pump shut it off before draining the water.
Fill the rest of the water heater with water.
Go to the water heater which is located outside the rv and near its back end.
There are a several ways to get the vinegar inside the tank.
Add a vinegar water mixture to the rv s fresh water tank then pump it in.
Preseason preppers or full time rv users perform all the ste.
Turn off the rv s water pump.
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Turn off the water heater the night before you clean it.
Draining the water heater.
Make sure to fill it all the way.
Take that amount of bleach you ve calculated for your specific rv and add it to at least a gallon of water.
You should dilute it first.
Also referred to by some as a hot water heater checklist for periodic water heater maintenance.
Wash out the water heater with a rv water heater rinser or turn the city water supply on to flush out any loose debris in the water heater.
Remove the pressure relief valve at the top of the water heater and pour the vinegar mix using a funnel.
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