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When you buy a new RV water pump and wonder how to install it correctly, this comprehensive guide takes a deep dive into quick installation methods, accessories needed for installation, and how RVs work

Accessories Included with an RV Water Pump

When purchasing an RV water pump, you typically receive the following accessories:

one pump: When you receive the package from the courier, the water pump will generally be labeled with the corresponding parameters. For example: 12V 3.0GPM 55PSI.

strainer and fitting: Some merchants do not equip the water pump with a filter and a connector, so when customers use it, they choose to directly connect the water pump to the RV water pipe. This situation will cause a problem, When there is debris, it is easy to enter the water pump cavity, causing the water pump to be blocked, the water flow is not smooth, or it will not flow out

The correct way is to connect the filter to the water inlet to filter impurities and prevent impurities from entering the pump body, and then connect the RV pipe to the connector.

How to distinguish the inlet and outlet of the water pump?

Almost all water pump manufacturers will use the direction of the arrow to indicate the direction of the water flow, that is, the water flow follows the arrow, so it is easy to find the water inlet, or they will also mark IN and OUT next to the arrow, which is easy to find if you look carefully

Precautions for installing a water pump:

1. Connect the filter and the joint to prevent impurities from entering the water pump

2. After installation, make sure that the direct connection between the water pump and the RV pipeline is tight and leak-free. You can run the water pump after installation and put your hand on the interface to feel whether there is water to judge

What problems will be caused by the loose connection between the water pump and the RV pipeline?

If the connection leaks, the water pump will not be able to be controlled by the pressure switch, and the water pump will not reach the closing pressure. It is also easy to cause the water pump to keep working in the middle of the night, disturbing sleep.

Conclusion:

Water pump installation is a seemingly simple process, but it also takes a lot of thought. I hope this guide can help you solve the problems you encounter.