Boat Water Fresheners and Conditioners FAQs
- Remove all water from the tank and system by turning on the water pump, opening tank drain valves and opening all faucets and shower heads.
- After the system has fully drained, turn off the water pump, close all valves and faucets and shower heads.
- Add fresh water to the tank to fill it approximately 1/2 full.
- Add the appropriate amount of AQUA Water Tank & System Flush required for full tank capacity (1 gallon for each 100 gallons of tank capacity).
- Add fresh water until the tank is full.
- Move the boat or RV several times in order to disperse Water Tank & System Flush throughout water.
- Turn on the water pump and open all faucets and shower heads, keeping them open and flowing for about 3 minutes.
- Close all faucets and shower heads and turn off the water pump.
- Allow the treated water to remain in the system for approximately 30 minutes, then turn on the water pump and open all fixtures, allowing them to flow freely for about 3 minutes before closing them and turning off the water pump.
- Open the tank drain valves to completely drain the tank, which will now be clean and deodorized.
- Close the valve and fill the tank with freshwater.
- Turn on the water pump and open all the water fixtures to allow water to flow freely for a few minutes to remove Water Tank & System Flush from water lines. To prevent water from picking up taste or smell from tank walls or pipes, use AQUA Water System Conditioner. To maintain water quality, treat it with AQUA Water Treatment & Freshener every time you add water to the tank.
Camco TastePURE Spring Fresh cleans and deodorizes your RV fresh water systems with a safe, biodegradable formula. Dewinterize any fresh water tank or line. Also good for periodic cleaning, freshening, and deodorizing. Our one step, no measure solution requires no mixing or preparation. 1 gallon of solution cleans up to a 100 gallon tank.
- Required no measuring, mixing, or preparation
- Stops bad odors and foul tastes in your drinking water by cleaning and deodorizing
- Perfect for dewinterizing your fresh water tank and lines
- One gallon cleans up to a 100 gallon tank
- Safe for RV and marine applications
Camco’s TastePURE RV/Marine Water Filter with Flexible Hose Protector reduces bad taste, odor, chlorine and sediment in drinking water with a 20-micron sediment filter. Also features GAC (Granular Activated Carbon) filtration in combination with KDF to prevent undesirable bacteria growth when the filter is not is use. Durable in-line, exterior mount filter has a wide body for increased flow. Includes a flexible hose protector to reduce strain on connections while minimizing kinking that could impede water flow. Not designed or tested with fish tanks or ponds. NSF/ANSI 42 and NSF/ANSI 53 listed. CSA lead-free content certified to NSF/ANSI 372 and compliant with all federal and state level lead-free laws. Made in the USA.
-
Safe Water Matters: GAC (Granular Activated Carbon) filtration greatly reduces bad taste, odor, chlorine, and sediment.; Large Capacity Filtration: Large capacity in line water filter lasts an average of 3 months.
-
Multiple Uses: Can be attached to any standard gardening or water hose to provide healthier drinking water and cleaner water overall. Great for RVs, boats, campers, pets, gardening, and much more.
-
20-Micron Sediment Filter: Removes particles greater than 20 microns; Protects Against Bacteria: Premium KDF provides protection against bacteria growth while filter is stored or not in use.
-
Includes: Flexible hose protector to reduce strain on connections while minimizing kinking.
Compliant with all Federal and State Level Lead-Free Laws: CSA lead-free content certified to NSF/ANSI 372.
Keeping bilge areas free of debris will lessen the likelihood of a float switch becoming stuck and the pump running until it flattens a battery or burns out. This can be especially problematic for new boats as debris from the initial build process is often trapped inside the hull until the boat goes into use.
With a clean bilge cavity, water is free to travel to the pump and be discharged overboard. Periodically inspect the pump and activate the float switch by hand to assure it is working as intended. If the float switch is internal, washing out this area of your boat will allow the pump to activate and thereby test its readiness. You might also have an override switch on the dashboard that lets you manually turn it on. This is also a perfect opportunity to assure that the overboard discharge hose is free from defects and secured with hose clamps on both ends.
For boats with plastic thru-hull fittings, look for cracking or dry rot on the fitting itself as they can easily break away and leave the bilge discharge hose hanging inside the hull. A working bilge pump is still worthless unless the water has a clear path overboard.
How do I clean my boat bilge?
Chances are that if your boat is more than a few months old, your bilge area is likely home to a few foul odors, mold, and mildew. The good news is that these areas are very easy to clean up with very little effort. Step one is to have a good look and identify any oil or oily residue that might be in the bilge. Use an oil absorbent pad or sock to capture the oil before starting any cleanup work as the discharge of oil or oily water overboard is strictly prohibited. At this point, you may want to find the source of that oil as well, as this is usually indicative of another problem.
Once the bilge is oil-free, begin by adding some freshwater – maybe 1-2″ in total. Introducing large amounts of water will likely cause your automatic bilge pump to activate, so only a small amount of water is required as the rest will be pumped out anyway. Biodegradable bilge cleaning products are perfect for this application. Simply add some cleaner to the standing water and agitate slightly with a hose or brush. This sudsy mix will literally eat that nasty residue from your bilge area without a bunch of elbow grease.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for letting the product sit a few hours and then go run your boat. Moving the boat through the waves as well as on and off of a plane will cause the cleaning product to reach the full length of the bilge and clean up some areas you could not otherwise see. At the end of the day, activate the pump and fully rinse the bilge with plenty of fresh water. Leaving a few hatches open to allow the area to air out will also do wonders.
A few hours into your day and your bilge is clean and dry. This is a perfect time to run all the equipment on the boat and check for any leaks. Boaters with inboard engines are especially susceptible to problems here, but livewells, pumps, and cabin plumbing can all contribute water to the bilge area if not operating properly. By flipping a few switches while at the dock and monitoring the water level in the bilge area, boat owners can quickly identify any sources of additional water inside the boat. This also provides a perfect opportunity to inventory any pumps, lights or switches that are not operating as intended and mark them for future repair. While you are at it, drain and flush your freshwater tank if you can’t remember the last time this was done. The next person to use your shower or sink will thank you!
