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Old 09-19-2016, 03:09 PM   #3
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Pressure test the water system. This time of year the person might say they have already winterized. Too bad- he can buy another $10 jug of antifreeze.

Use the water pump. Make sure there is water in all lines, hot and cold, and run the heater up to temperature. Run a few litres from each line, shutting off the taps somewhat abruptly. Check for leaks, and the pump running more than it should. It will run for a few seconds after everything is off, and maybe once quickly a minute later. After 5 minutes it should not kick back on again.

The system should also remain pressurized for at least an hour afterwards. For example, I shut off the pump at night, and I can get 2-3 toilet flushes throughout the night.

Also make sure you have plenty of water storage- grey, fresh, and black. (In that order.)

I'll think of more stuff and post later.
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