How to Bypass the Water Heater of Your RV

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Note the location of the water heater access door on the exterior of the RV.

   This is usually behind a cabinet door, or behind a small piece of paneling screwed to the wall. , You should be able to see the water lines running to and from the water heater. , There should be either one or three valves. , Depending on whether you have a one valve system or a three valve system, here is what to do next:
   One Valve System:
   Turn the valve to the vertical position.
   
   This valve should be on the lower line connected to the water heater.
   
   Three Valve System:
   Turn the top and bottom valves to the closed position (usually perpendicular to the line).
   
   Then turn the middle valve to the open position (usually parallel to the line).
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   Step 2: Go inside and find the inside access to the water heater.

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   Step 3: Open the inside access to the water heater.

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   Step 4: Count the number of valves on the water lines connected to the water heater.

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   Step 5: Follow the step according to the valve system you have.

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