Preventing Scale in RV Water Tank

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Hi, I read here that an aluminum tank does not need an anode rod, I just replaced my heating element and flushed my tank in a five year old RV and out came at least a cup full white flakey stuff. What will prevent this?

asked by: Mike B

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What you are seeing is scale, this is a buildup of minerals inside of your water heater, calcium and magnesium are usually the primary minerals but it is probably others as well. Regular flushing of your tank as you have done is good thing, but this is coming from the water source. The purpose of the anode rod is to help protect the steel water heater tanks from corroding. Using a filter such as the AquaFresh Exterior RV Water Filter, # A01-1132VP on your inlet hose connection allows you to filter your water before entering the RV's system helping to reduce sediment and scale. This is a quick and easy solution that is very cost effective at minimizing this issue for you. Regular use of this filter and tank flushing is my recommendation.

However, we also have the Clearsource Ultra RV Water Filter System w/ VirusGuard, # CS87FR that is a 3 canister system that sets outside your camper and filters the water source 3 separate times before entering the RV's water system. Use # CS77FR for 2 canister system or # CS59FR for a three canister indoor system.

expert reply by: Michael R

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We recommend that you change the filters in your Clearsource Ultra RV Water Filter System w/ VirusGuard, #CS87FR each camping season unless water source requires more frequently. For storing the RV between uses you should consider removing the…

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For storage of RV with a water filter system such as the Clearsource Ultra RV Water Filter System, #CS87FR, you should consider removing the filters from the canisters and blowing out the system with pressurized air using the Valterra RV Blow Out…

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Answer 3

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If you're referring to weather or not the Replacement Shower Valve for D&W Inc. Spray-Away RV and Marine Unit #PF213247 has a connector to accept a hose like the corresponding Replacement Hose for D&W Inc. Spray-Away RV and Marine…

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The Clearsource Ultra RV Water Filter System #CS87FR really is designed for "weekend warriors" such as yourself, who would only be using it occasionally, and are not living in the camper full time. It is very easy to set up and take down,…

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Answer 7

The distance between the lock pin and housing on the Bulldog Lifelong Trailer Coupler Lock #BD580403 is 1-5/8".

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Answer 8

The Clearsource Ultra RV Water Filter System w/ VirusGuard #CS87FR weighs 34.125 lbs.

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The Clearsource Ultra RV Water Filter System w/ VirusGuard #CS87FR is not insulated so you would need to insulate the compartment that the unit is sitting or build some sort of insulated box for the unit to sit in. Depending on the space around it…

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I can't speak specifically about any one water pump as they are not all the same but when asked about water pressure, this is what Clearsource had to say in reference to the Clearsource Onboard Pro RV Water Filter System part #CS59FR. "The…

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I reached out to the manufacturer on this and they mentioned that they are required by law to print a date on these units, but they informed me that the 5 year lifespan of the #RS44FR begins when it's connected to the power source. Additionally,…

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Answer 12

The Dual LED Trailer Tail Light - Stop, Turn, Tail, Backup - Red and Clear Lens #CE86FR0 is sold individually. If you needed a pair of these, you'd need to order a quantity of 2.

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