Satellite Slide Tank - Manual (Page 25)

• After you are satisfied that the tank
has been completely coated, drain the
tank as slowly and completely as
possible.
fasteners adequately. This is important
because fasteners may become loose
due to vibration. This is especially critical
when driving extensive miles with an
empty tank.
• Allow the drained tank to set
overnight, after which time the tank is
ready for use.
Wear protective gloves, eye
protection, and appropriate clothing when
inspecting and cleaning the primary shut
off. Being a component of the vacuum
system, the shut off is subjective to
exposure by sewage effluent or septage.
These materials may contain hazardous
chemicals and bacteria, which can cause
infection, injury, or even death due to
contact.
Vacuum Pump
MAINTENANCE
The OEM Operation Manual for your
vacuum pump is included in the literature
packet that you received with your Slide-
in Unit. Review and follow the
maintenance procedures outlined in that
manual.
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IMPORTANT : Check the primary
shutoff regularly for the condition of the
ball seat and fastener tightness. Improper
maintenance of the primary shutoff may
allow liquid to flow into the vacuum
pump, which will result in damage to the
unit.
Satellite Industries furnishes the following
information to provide a better
understanding of your vacuum
equipment. This information is intended
to augment (not replace) the OEM
instructions for your specific pump.
Fresh-water Compartment Coating
Procedure
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IMPORTANT : Follow the
maintenance procedures outlined in your
OEM pump manual in order to keep your
warranty valid and to receive maximum
service life from your pump.
On Slide-in Units with a serial number
before C29973 you can apply a coating to
the tank interior to keep your fresh water
looking good by preventing rust formation
inside the tank. A coating material for this
purpose, named Type A coating, can be
ordered from Satellite. Use the following
procedure to apply the coating to your
tank interior:
Basic Vacuum Pump Maintenance
Basic maintenance on your vacuum pump
involves maintaining proper oil flow,
keeping the pump filled with oil, and
greasing the bearings
• Using the oiler sight window, check for
proper oil flow every time you operate
your pump (Figure 3.8, page 17). The
oiling rate (drip rate) for the Masport
HXL3V or Conde Model 6 pump is 30
drops per minute.
• Fill the fresh water compartment with
clear water to the lowest level of the
sight tube.
• Add two quarts of Type A coating to
the tank. Then, allow a few minutes for
it to settle.
Pay close attention to the drip rate of
the manual adjust drip oiler and
regulate it as necessary. Manual drip
oilers require periodic checking and
adjustment. See the “Vacuum Pump
Operation” section, page 16, for drip
oiler adjustment procedure.
• Next, fill the tank completely with clear
water and slosh around to coat all
surfaces including the top of the
interior.
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