Winterizing – Raritan Engineering SeaEra Toilets User Manual

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WINTERIZING

IMPORTANT

Improper winter lay up is a major cause of
marine toilet failure.

Use only nontoxic antifreeze.

Flush toilet several times to clear waste
from system.

Dispose of all antifreeze in accordance with
local and federal regulations.

Winterize holding tanks, plumbing,
treatment systems (MSD’s), etc.
independently following manufacturer’s
instructions.

Pressurized Freshwater Models

Parts Required

1" (25mm) or 1 1/2" (38mm) I.D.discharge
hose, approximately 3 feet (1m) long

Two buckets

Nontoxic antifreeze approximately 1 quart
(1 liter)

Steps

1. Close discharge seacock.

2. Shut off intake water at source.

3. Turn off power to unit.

4. Disconnect and drain discharge hose.

5. Disconnect intake hoses from vacuum breaker

and place in one of the buckets.

6. Connect hose to toilet’s discharge and place

in other bucket.

7. Pour antifreeze in bowl.

8. Turn on power to unit and flush until antifreeze

is removed from the bowl and water is drained
from the solenoid and hose.

9. Disconnect power to toilet.

10. Reconnect intake hoses to vacuum breaker.

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Pressurized Freshwater Model

Nontoxic
Antifreeze

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