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Spotlight on Water Systems & Plumbing
Exterior water filter holder
Exterior water filter holder
Hydro Life, Bristol, Ind., presents its removable exterior water filter holder to protect RVs from damage caused by unsecured filters banging into them.

  • Holds water filters off the ground and close to water fill area
  • Accommodates most canister and inline filter types
  • Relieves stress to hose and fittings by keeping the filter in place while in use
  • Holder slides in and out of permanently attached mounting plate
  • Extra mounting plate included

www.hydrolife.com

Handheld shower head
Handheld shower head
Phoenix Faucets, Avon Lake, Ohio, presents handheld shower heads that come in one-, three- or five-function heads, plus trickle shut-off.

  • Chrome, white, biscuit and polished brass finishes
  • 40- to 60-inch vinyl, nylon or metal hoses
  • Indoor and outdoor models
  • Kits available with mounting bracket and hardware included
  • Hose connects to shower arms or diverters
  • Available flow control and mounting accessories

www.faucets.com

Toilet
Toilet
Thetford, Ann Arbor, Mich., presents the Tecma Silence Plus permanent toilet with noiseless home-like operation. This system allows for bathroom design without concern for holding tank location.

  • Powerful, quiet operation
  • European styling Porcelain toilet top-to-bottom
  • Solid-state automatic flush with wall-mounted, push-button control
  • Ecologically-friendly design minimizes water consumption

www.thetford.com

Portable toilet
Portable toilet
Dometic, Elkhart, Ind., presents its 970 series plastic portable toilet with a durable design. High-density polyethylene construction provides strength and toughness.

  • Scratch-resistant finish
  • Self-contained 5-gallon (18.9-liter) and 2.6-gallon (9.8-liter) holding tank models
  • Push-button pressurized flush
  • Full-size seat for comfort; latching lid for secure travel
  • Easy-view prismatic tank level indicator
  • Tan and gray color options
  • Mounting brackets and MSD discharge options available
  • Uses less than 1 pint per flush

www.dometic.com

Pressure washer
Pressure washer
Water Cannon, Lake Mary, Fla., presents its Mud Cannon. By hooking it up to a pressure washer hose, this under carriage cleaner offers many applications for the automotive, marine and RV industries.

  • Minimum clearance height of only 5-1/2 inches
  • Stainless-steel mosmatic swivel and spray bar
  • Spinning four-nozzle rotating assembly covers approximately 24 inches of cleaning area
  • Adjustable telescopic handle
  • Sustains temperature of liquid up to 195 degrees

www.watercannon.com

Holding tanks
Holding tanks
All-Rite, Hollister, Calif., presents custom-manufactured, hand-welded, white polyethylene holding and water tanks. Each tank is built to the customers’ exact specifications in 48 hours. Tanks are built from either 1/4- or 3/8-inch sheets depending on the overall size of the tank. Choose from threaded fittings in a variety of sizes from 1/4- to 3 inches. All tanks are quality tested for leaks prior to shipping.
www.all-rite.com
Sewer kit
Sewer kit
Prest-O-Fit, Chandler, Ariz., presents the Blueline Ultimate Sewer Kit (P/N 1-0203) containing everything needed for a simple, secure hookup within 20 feet. The nine-piece kit contains one universal elbow, one hose adapter, two ultimate sewer hoses (10-foot), one hose coupler and four sewer seals. The Universal Elbow securely fits most park sewer openings. The Hose Adapter has four bayonet hooks and an “X-ring” seal for a leak-free connection to most waste-valve outlets.
Ultimate sewer hoses have pushover quick connectors installed for simple, “push-on” connections without the need for clamps. The hose coupler easily extends hoses up to 20 feet. Sewer seals create a secure, air-tight seal with hoses and fittings, eliminating unwanted odor and drainage.
www.prestofit.com
Reverse flush valve
Reverse flush valve
Electronic Odor Control Inc., Torrance, Calif., presents its Flush King reverse RV flush valve that provides the user with a quick and effective way to fill, rinse and remove remaining residue after dumping black or gray holding tanks.

  • Four locking hooks to provide a tighter seal to guard against leakage
  • Handle ­swivels 360 degrees, making hook up and operation easier
  • Eliminates wands and hoses inside the RV
  • Rapidly refills the holding tank at any height or angle of plumbing
  • Improves sensor performance
  • Removes clogs in drain pipes
  • Clear body allows the user to see when the tanks are completely clean of residue

www.flushking.com

Fresh water pump
Fresh water pump
SHURflo, Cypress, Calif., presents the Extreme Series Smart Sensor 5.7 fresh water pump, designed to provide larger RVs with “Just Like Home” flow and pressure. It improves the performance of showers, toilets, sinks, washing machines, dish washers and whole-house filtration units.

  • 5.7 gallons per minute
  • 4-chambered high-flow pump
  • Extra-large valve passages
  • Variable speed/no cycling
  • Micro-processor controlled
  • 3-year warranty
  • Dual-fixture flow
  • Quiet performance

www.shurflo.com

Septic-safe toilet tissue
Septic-safe toilet tissue
Kimberly-Clark, represented by RVLI, Augora Hills, Calif, presents Scott rapid dissolve toilet tissue (part # 44030-30). It is designed specifically for use in RVs and boats and breaks down quickly. There are 800 one-ply sheets per roll.
www.RVLI.com
Antimicrobial-treated spouts
Antimicrobial-treated spouts
CHG, Lakewood, N.J., presents SANIGUARD antimicrobial-treated spouts for use with potable water on its Encore plumbing fixtures. The inside diameter of the spout is coated with an inorganic, silver ion antimicrobial to reduce bio-fouling by inhibiting the growth of a broad spectrum of bacteria and odor-causing molds and fungi. The efficacy of SANIGUARD antimicrobial on treated surfaces can be expected to last for the life of the product. SANIGUARD treated spouts are currently being offered as an option on all Encore faucets manufactured by CHG and can be retro-fitted to Encore plumbing fixtures that are currently in the field.
www.chgusa.com
Grey water tablet
Grey water tablet
Walex Products, Wilmington, N.C., presents the Elemonate tablet to break down grease and sludge while offering commercial-strength odor prevention and freshening the sink with a lemon scent.

  • Designed to dissolve grease in grey water tank and ­plumbing lines
  • Cleans grey water tank and sensors of any buildup
  • Packaged in individual portion-control bags of five, inside a re-sealable slide-zipper bag

www.rvsanitation.com

Environmentally-friendly soap
Environmentally-friendly soap
Davis Instruments, Hayward, Calif., presents Aqua Lather, a biodegradable soap that will not contaminate water or pose a threat to aquatic life. This body gel and shampoo can be used in all types of water including salt, hard, brackish and chlorinated water, as it will not become diluted. Aqua Lather’s formula also soothes bug bites, sunburn and rough skin while cleaning and refreshing. Aqua Lather is pH-balanced and won’t harm hair or skin, no matter how often it is used. Its formula is concentrated enough for numerous baths and shampoos and also works well on clothes and dishes.
www.davisnet.com
Hand-held pressure washer
Hand-held pressure washer
Water Cannon, Lake Mary, Fla., presents a lightweight, easy-to-carry pressure washer.

  • Frame comes with a lifetime guarantee and dissipates heat to help the unit run cooler and components last longer
  • Heavy duty frame is chemical and corrosion resistant
  • Compact, unitized size enables it to fit anywhere without ­taking up a lot of space.
  • Option pulse valve allows runs up to 150 feet or 3-inch pipe diameter
  • Standard features include overheat thermal protection, thermal relief valve and bypass protection

www.watercannon.com

Honey wagon
Honey wagon
Phelps Honey Wagon, Dillsburg, Pa., presents the Honey Wagon for a safe and economical method of handling campground waste.

  • Choice of engine types, two pump options, and 300- or 500-gallon plastic tank
  • Macerator pump grinds waste into 1/8-inch particles and pumps it through a 50 foot long, 1-inch in diameter hose to the Honey Wagon at rate of 12-14 gallons per minute
  • Diaphragm pump features a 12-inch diaphragm sewage pump to handle 2-inch solids and lift up to 25 feet at a rate 50 to 60 gallons per minute
  • Use to empty portable toilets, pits, cabins or park model holding tanks

www.phelpshoneywagon.com

Chemical dispensing system
Chemical dispensing system
CLS Systems, Mason, Mich., present a chemical dispensing system for RV toilets. The dispensing system is a nonelectric chemical injector that controls and adds the correct amount of chemical with each flush. It uses a patented T-Valve which creates a vacuum to draw chemical from the reservoir and mixes with water passing to the stool. Blue Streak Chemical has a baby powder scent that deodorizes the stool as well as the bathroom. Blue Streak Dispenser and Blue Streak Chemical come with a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee.
www.bluestreakchem.com
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