How do I know what kind of RV toilet I have?

It’s usually down near the floor, behind the bowl. If you have a phone with a camera, you might be able to get your arm back there and take a pic of it. I have a Dometic 300 toilet in my TT. The toilet info is on a tag on the right hand side of the base (as you look at it).

How do I identify my RV?

Manufacturers will place the model somewhere on the body. Usually, it is near the driver’s seat. Often it is on a plate or tag on the driver’s door or near the pedals.

Are all RV toilets plastic?

Something you may not know before touring various RV bathrooms is that RV toilets are either plastic or porcelain. Generally speaking, smaller, lighter RVs (travel trailers, toy haulers and fifth wheels) have plastic commodes and motorhomes and heavier RVs have porcelain toilets.

What do RV model numbers mean?

June 14, 2018 /in Blog /by wpengine. To those who know how to decipher them, RV model numbers tell you the floor plan – vehicle length (many times this is the box length, not the overall length) – and option packages of the vehicle in question.

Where is model number on Sealand toilet?

The model identification label is located on the toilet base and will show the model number and serial number. Follow instructions for removing toilet pedestal cover in “Pedestal and Pedal Cover Installation” on page 3.

What is the best toilet for RVS?

The Best RV Toilet on the Market 2021

Thetford Parchment Aqua-Magic V RV Toilet.
Aqua-Magic V RV Toilet Pedal Flush (Our Top Pick)
Dometic 310 Series Standard Height RV Toilet.
Dometic 320 Series Standard Height RV Toilet.
Camco Portable Travel Camper Toilet (Budget Pick)

What kind of vehicle is Forest River RV?

Founded in 1996, Forest River RV manufactures RVs from Class A, B and C models pop-up campers, travel trailers and fifth wheels. Through their wide range of models made and offered, Forest River helps customers find just about any vehicle to help them better traverse the world around them. Data Copyright © 2020 Consumer Research Solutions, Inc.

What should I know about my RV toilet?

While there’s not too much that can go wrong when it comes to the pretty simple appliance that is an RV toilet, there are a few things you should know about your toilet in order to properly troubleshoot the rare problem that might arise.

What should I do if my RV toilet is leaking?

Some toilets need you to buy a kit and replace the float seal. Other models must be taken apart and cleaned. Check with your manufacturer to see which is the best option for your RV toilet. Sometimes a toilet seal will dry out over time and develop a slow, gradual leak. To prevent this you can coat the seal with vaseline with rubber gloves.

Is it safe to flush toilet in RV?

You’ll typically only have to worry about one key part of the RV toilet, and that’s the seal that separates the basin from the drain and retains water. This little component is liable to become clogged if you flush anything that ought not be flushed, and it’s also prone to cracking when left for long periods without use.

What do I need to troubleshoot my RV toilet?

To provide more specific troubleshooting information on your Thetford toilet issue, we need the model and year of the “commode”! If it’s a newer side pedal model, pushing the pedal down about half way opens the water valve and pushing it further pulls the plastic valve and opens the drain.

What does it mean when your RV toilet is leaking?

Once you determine where the RV toilet is leaking you can decide what to do. Let’s say your RV toilet leak is coming from the upper part of the toilet usually during the flush cycle. This could mean that your float seal in the vacuum breaker is not working right. If the seal breaks it will not hold water the right way and will cause a leak.

Why is the hand valve on my RV toilet not working?

It could have calcium or lime buildup. Otherwise you will need to take the plastic cover off the foot mechanism and the lower plastic shroud to gain access to the valve assembly. There you can see if it’s just sticking or the spring has broken or come loose. I have a Thetford toilet with the hand valve lever to rinse and flush.