What does a vacuum breaker do on a Thetford toilet?

The Vacuum Breaker is essentially a check valve or anti-siphon device, which allows water to only flow one way. It is a plumbing standards code requirement that a Vacuum Breaker must be on all toilets. This prevents waste water from siphoning back into your fresh water.

What does the red light mean on a Thetford toilet?

just possible if the cassette has been shaken when emptying then the float inside could become dislodged and not working correctly. this would mean checking on the inside to make sure both sides of the float are engaged. He says light is still on with the cassette taken out this eliminates the float.

How does Thetford toilet level indicator work?

It works by a magnet attached to a float inside your cassette. As the level rises, the magnet moves the guage. Problem is, the float and/or magnet get damaged or even lost.

Can a Dometic toilet replace a Thetford?

Both Thetford & Dometic toilets will interchange with each other and these newer models are much more water efficient. Both Thetford & Dometic still offer plastic toilets that perform great and are an excellent value. Here’s a quick video on RV toilet replacement.

How do I know what Thetford toilet I have?

Using the data sticker to identify your Thetford toilet model. If you are not sure which model toilet you have, you will find a data sticker attached to the base of the toilet beneath the waste holding tank. The model number will be printed at the beginning above the barcode – as shown below.

How do you keep a black tank from smelling?

How To Get Rid Of Awful Black Tank Smells

Start with fabric softener. Begin your troubleshooting by simply adding two capfuls of liquid fabric softener to the tank.
Fill the bowl.
Close the valve.
Check the vent.
Pull out the water hose.
Try ice and soap.
Dump in some water softener.
Resort to bleach.

How do you know when a Thetford toilet is full?

Remove the (empty) waste container, open the trap and shine torch into the stern end. You will see the float – it will align with the reed relay on the PCB at the back of the waste container housing in the caravan.

Is Thetford the same as Dometic?

Both Dometic and Thetford are European-based brands with extensive Australian service networks.

What is a Dometic toilet?

Dometic RV Toilets are the most durable toilets made for your RV or camper. Dometic toilets are the way to go when you need a new RV or camper toilet. Dometic toilets are built to last with a highly durable plastic and china material. The Dometic 310 toilets are the world’s most popular RV toilet.

Can you use normal toilet paper in Thetford?

Aqua-Soft Toilet Tissue – Toilet Paper for RV and marine – 2-ply – Thetford 03300 (Pack of 4 rolls) Q:can toilet paper be used in the Thetford Porta Potti 260B? Videos must be at least 5 seconds. But definitely don’t use regular toilet paper – this stuff probably works for any of the portable toilets.

Why does my holding tank smell so bad?

In the most basic of terms, tank odors are caused when “bad” bacteria (anaerobic bacteria) inside your black and gray tanks emit hydrogen sulfide gas (that all-too-familiar methane smell) as they break down your waste!

Can I put bleach in my GREY water tank?

When it comes to the grey tank, bleach again is the key. First scrub the shower and sink drains thoroughly, and then dump the grey tank at an appropriate facility. Then pour one cup of bleach for every 15 gallons of waste water into the grey tank.