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12-28-2017, 07:56 AM #1
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Holding tank handle frozen
My holding tank handle are frozen and I need to empty tanks.
I've got heaters underneath rv but it's not helping.
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12-28-2017, 08:34 AM #2
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I don't know which trailer you have, but they may just be hard to open versus frozen. This cam happen from time to time. Try moving them in-out in short increments, and they should break free. I have one that is very hard to open right now and has been since early fall, and I'll be replacing it with an electrically-operated valve next year.
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I had similar issues with my old 5th wheel. The handles were on the outside of the unit near the ground. The cables were always getting dirt and water in them.
I took about 4 foot of old rope, made a loop in one end, then fitted it over the handle. This extended the handle out a bit and I was able to get a good grip with both hands. To close it I would sit on my bottom and push it in with my boot.
My neighbor bought some foam board insulation, he cut out a box that would fit around the handles, then he put the heater in.
My other neighbor was smarter than both of us, he called a mobile RV repairman who came out and replaced the cables for around $100.
Temps had been averaging 15 at night, 25 during the day. We had one week of -22 at night, bitter cold.Dallas
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