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Main Forum => General Discussion => Topic started by: Fostermjd on April 14, 2021, 07:05:16 pm
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We bought a 2013 2910D.
I can not figure out how to fold the sanicon hose back into the compartment. It has clips and I have tried wrapping it to the right and to the left through the clips but can’t seem to get it all to fit back in.
Could someone please take a picture of yours in the compartment and send it to me?
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Don't have a picture.. But
From the rear of the compartment, lay the hose on the bottom of the compartment clockwise, then up into the left hand hose support. Then back to the rear across the top, snap into the right hand hose support, then loop back down to the bottom of the compartment beside the hose that you just put there, snap the handle of the outlet into the snap on the bottom left of the compartment.
Don't stretch the hose. If necessary, adjust the length by the two upper snapins.
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Don't have a picture.. But
From the rear of the compartment, lay the hose on the bottom of the compartment clockwise, then up into the left hand hose support. Then back to the rear across the top, snap into the right hand hose support, then loop back down to the bottom of the compartment beside the hose that you just put there, snap the handle of the outlet into the snap on the bottom left of the compartment.
Don't stretch the hose.
Yes Indeed. Good instructions.
I think everyone struggles at first.
If it is impossible, you just might have a longer hose than the rest of us.
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Thanks so much for the advice. I will try that out today.
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Seems simple enough. But the large fitting on the end causes problems and I always end up cramming it and hoping it doesn't spring the door.
The door locks are feeble. Actually, there isn't a stop for the locking arm to engage and prevent it from swinging through a 360 degree loop. I find the locks rotate during travel and creep through and beyond the receiving slot
Checking during gas stops, I sometimes find one completely open.
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The lock should not turn 360. The slot the lock arm fits in must have extended through wear or was cut too far to begin with. The stop in the slot is what makes that kind of latch operate properly...when you turn clockwise on the knob past the stopped arm it tightens the arm to the correct tension. Maybe you can correct the issue with some JB Weld or something.
If this is confusing, maybe I can get a photo of it later.
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The lock arm can be tightened. If I recall correctly, you hold the arm and turn the outer knob. They should snug tight when you lock them.
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(WH)
I didn't know the button tension was adjustable. Not coming up against a stop and being new to RV travel has been a frustrating combination.
With the explanations offered, I see the obvious solution. Good to know the issue isn't one of those disappointments we are expected to live with
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Taildragger,
If you are in Alaska, how are you planning on getting into the lower 48 states? Last I heard, Canada only allowed travel near the border to family or stores in Canada. No driving through Canada to/from Alaska and the lower 48.
I am guessing you are military from your mention of "duty station" earlier, maybe they make exceptions for that?
I will have my RV here later today and will take a picture of sanicon hose in the Travel position and post it here.
Also, the "arm" on the latch mechanism should only turn 90 degrees. The screw portion will turn alot more. Once open you can keep turning the screw knob to loosen it up. My memory is, there isn't a slot the arm goes into but it grabs the inner edge of the surrounding sidewall as you turn it clockwise. I will check that too later.
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OK, here's the pictures:
Note the way the handle is positioned and in its bracket.
On the latch, yes there are slots. As you can see, the arm is enclosed in a metal L shaped bracket and the knob turns a screw moving the arm in and out. Spray the screw threads with dry lube to make turning easier.
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Yes the knurled knob latches for the batteries and sanicon are tricky at first but after you understand it, it's a smooth operation thereafter. It's all about "the feel" for the latch passing through the slot through the change in resistance while turning.
The spare tire cover latch works similarly in concept but takes a lot more concentration. To lock it with the key, there are two positions 180 degrees from each other, but only one of them allows you to lock the compartment. Once you have the cover on and properly latched, tighten it all the way until it won't tighten anymore. Then back it off just enough to straighten the handle and try to lock it. If it won't lock, unscrew an additional 180 degrees and it will then lock.
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Taildragger,
If you are in Alaska, how are you planning on getting into the lower 48 states? Last I heard, Canada only allowed travel near the border to family or stores in Canada. No driving through Canada to/from Alaska and the lower 48.
Don:
I appreciate your help. When things don't work, unless there is a manual or helpful advice, the inclination is to think there is no alternative.
Alaska is my home. And, I would like to have the PC there. Certainly, my ultimate goal. The state being a veritable utopia for those with interest in outside activities, having something other than a tent to camp along streams filled with fish and placer gold appeals to my old bones. ;)
I purchased the PC more than a year ago only to have travel shutdown because of the flu. I took delivery in Oregon, where the restrictions were imposed early. Because that state had everything closed when I got there, I ended up parking the rig and returned this spring to drive around the Lower 48
The Canadian Government is continuing the travel restrictions. And, have extended the marine travel on cruise ships to Alaska until February of 2022. Highway travel restrictions remain and are renewed on a monthly basis. I think those restrictions are contrary to any US / Canada agreement made when the Highway was built or money spent to upgrade it. Western Canada residents I know, who are in the service industries, express little support for ALCAN closures
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I purchased extra clips. I also drew arrows with the sharpie so I wouldn’t forget the routing.
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VERY nice!! (cheer)
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Thank you for the detailed instructions and pictures. We have also noticed the knobs seem like they’ll spring open. Glad people commented on that too.
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Here's mine
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RonJ: I'm going to print this pic out and paste it in my sewer compartment! (JK) roflol
I just ran out to the camper to try it and found that my hose is about 4' longer, but with one extra partial loop I was able to get it in there though not as neatly as yours.
The thing I was missing was to use the top left clip for the outlet fitting. I was always trying to close the door with that floating and it has always been a struggle.
Thanks for the pic! 2o2
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Glad to help, Jim. Is your hose 4 feet longer or 4 inches longer? If mine was any longer I can imagine how much more difficult it would be to cram it all in.
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I think it might be almost 4 feet longer. Though I just got back from a campground where I had my hose stretched out to the max for a few days so may not have returned to original length yet.
Will take a closer look tomorrow and maybe measure it.
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It is possible the hose is the same length but has liquid in it. You want to make sure your hose is empty when storing it. When I am done dumping, I shake the hose starting at the PC, working my way to the outlet.
FWIW: Mine stores exactly like RonJ's though his is perfectly stacked.
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Finally got around to checking the hose length.
Hose is empty, and in a relaxed state it is about 13.5' long.
With moderate pull it can be stretched to 17'
I tried again to stack my hose like Ron's but found I needed to make an extra loop indicating I have some extra length.
Maybe 3-4 feet worth.
My storage compartment is about 42" long meaning I would need almost 4 lengths (162" / 42" = 3.86) where Ron got his to fit in 3 lengths of the compartment.
But now that I see how to secure the end fitting properly it is much easier to get it all closed up without undue pressure on the latches.
Thanks again!
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Jim,
You seem to have a longer sanicon hose than I do. My 2007 2350 stores exactly like RonJ has pictured.
My hose will soon be shorted a little because I developed a pin-hole leak close to the pump. I dabbed some silicone caulk which has been holding well for a few years so far, but when it gives out, I will shorten it by that much.