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08-03-2017, 09:58 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Lewisburg, Tennessee
Trailer: 2016 Escape 19 Classic
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Trying out the fresh water tank and pump for the first time
As we have done all of our camping so far in sites with water and electric, we have not yet used our fresh water tank and pump. Since we are still under warranty, and I know that some folks with our model Escape have had issues with their water pump, I'm planning on filling it up and trying out the water pump this weekend.
What exactly should I be hearing and/or seeing (or not hearing) if we do have a faulty pump?
And are there any other known issues that I should be checking for this first time?
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08-03-2017, 10:07 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Trailer: 2017 Escape 5.0 TA
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I really doubt there will be any issue. Just turn on the pump and open a tap, that's all it takes. When all taps are closed, the pump will run for a short bit, and will kick off when the desired water pressure is reached.
Only if it runs on, or even runs intermittently, would there be a problem. If you do find an issue you could post here for help, or just give Escape a call.
The tank and pump is by far most of our use, rarely do we have city water connections.
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08-03-2017, 10:24 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Santa Rosa County, Florida
Trailer: 2014 Escape 21 Tow: 2024 Toyota Tundra
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Here is a related comment that is a bit off-topic: when using water hookups be sure to use a water pressure restricter. I neglected to do so a couple of years ago and blew out the plumbing in my bathoom lavatory. It hasn't been the same since and I probably need to replace the faucet.
Also, if you haven't been using the fresh water tank be sure to disinfect it first, using the instructions in your trailer owners manual.
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08-03-2017, 10:48 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Olathe, Kansas
Trailer: 2015 21ft Escape "Spirit of the Plains", 2014 GMC Sierra with max tow package
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All good advice here and since I use the pump a lot, there is an exact replacement pump plus the correct tools under the dinette. Loren
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08-03-2017, 11:54 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Canyon Lake, Texas
Trailer: 2015 19 "Past Tents", 2021 F150 Lariat 2.7L EB
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mike Lewis
Here is a related comment that is a bit off-topic: when using water hookups be sure to use a water pressure restricter.
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A good point. Also, if it's ever been left with water running through and froze during a cold night because you forgot to unhook it (like I did once), the pressure regulator won't work properly afterward and should be replaced.
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08-03-2017, 12:06 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Lewisburg, Tennessee
Trailer: 2016 Escape 19 Classic
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Thanks everyone for all the good feedback. I'll let you know how it goes.
Mike, I do always use the pressure regulator, so I should be good to go there. And will definitely take your advice to disinfect it at this time.
And Robert, nope, never done that (so far)
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08-03-2017, 12:17 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: O town, British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 21 "Lightning"
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sometime when the OP has nothing better to do, peruse this related thread:
http://www.escapeforum.org/forums/f9...ems-10099.html
I expect you have the check valve installed, being a newer trailer.
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08-03-2017, 12:18 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Tampa Bay Area, Florida
Trailer: 2015 Escape 5.0TA (Little Elsie) Extensively Personalized
Posts: 2,969
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GregandTeresa
As we have done all of our camping so far in sites with water and electric, we have not yet used our fresh water tank and pump. Since we are still under warranty, and I know that some folks with our model Escape have had issues with their water pump, I'm planning on filling it up and trying out the water pump this weekend.
What exactly should I be hearing and/or seeing (or not hearing) if we do have a faulty pump?
And are there any other known issues that I should be checking for this first time?
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If you are going to test the pump, I find it beneficial to connect to city water first and fill the water heater tank. If this isn't done, it will take the pump a long time to fill it. I would also note that one doesn't have to be a rocket scientist to address problems with the 12v pump. If you can use a screwdriver, you can service/replace the check valve or replace the limit switch. These two are the most frequent cause of problems. Most RV dealerships and Camping World stock parts for these pumps.
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08-03-2017, 01:43 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Lewisburg, Tennessee
Trailer: 2016 Escape 19 Classic
Posts: 516
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BCnomad
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Exactly the thread that prompted me to get off my lazy butt and check this off my to-do list
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08-03-2017, 01:45 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: boise, Idaho
Trailer: 2018 19'
Posts: 521
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I have a 2017 17b. When 1st trying water pump, it didn't work. Made noise but no pumping of water. After much troubleshooting with Reace, including sucking on lines (or more pc applying negative pressure on shower hose), cleaning out filter trap, resetting check valve & finally replacing pump...the issue was plastic debris collected at the winterizing t valve junction. Just a heads up that plastic debris from water tank install can impact the pump. (this thread describes the issue How do you Prime the Water Pump)
Julie
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08-05-2017, 11:35 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Lewisburg, Tennessee
Trailer: 2016 Escape 19 Classic
Posts: 516
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I'm happy to report that the water pump test was a success. Water lines pressurized as expected, and no un-expected cycling of the pump. Now off to disinfect it.
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