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[huffypuff]

I looked up the manual and got some answers.

The Aqua-Hot System is powered by TribridHot™ technology and uses one or a combination of the following sources:

1. The 120 Volt-AC Electric Element: When plugged into shore power, the electric element lets you use the power you are already paying for to provide heat and meet your light duty hot water needs.

2. The Diesel Burner: This is the Aqua-Hot’s most powerful heat source and provides all of heating and hot water needs in cold temperatures or dry camping.

3. The Vehicle’s Engine: When driving or idling, the engines surplus heat is transferred to the Aqua-Hot providing interior heat and limited hot water without burning any other fuel.

Tempering Valve

The Tempering Valve for the Aqua-Hot mixes the heated domestic water from the boiler tank with cold domestic water at the present ratio to reduce the risk of scalding. This valve is located in the back of the Aqua-Hot unit. Reference page 7 (part #19). To locate the Tempering Valve, remove the access cover page 7 (part #4) and then the thermostat access cover located above the burner. Reference page 7 (part # 19). The pink paint witness mark verifies that the Aqua-Hot is set at the correct factory setting and did not get tampered with during shipping or installation. Verify that the Tempering Valve is set at the proper temperature by using a digital thermometer at one of the hot water faucets. The water temperature should range between 115°F to 123°F. If the correct temperature cannot be set, please contact Aqua-Hot Heating Systems Technical Support Department at 1-800-685-4298 for additional assistance or visit our web site at www.aquahot.com

[manholt]

Well, for anyone else who comes along, we have answered all poss questions on AH and Oasis!

 

[f433921]

6 hours ago, manholt said:

Well, for anyone else who comes along, we have answered all poss questions on AH and Oasis!

 

I have never had an AH or Oasis heating system, but I do have a question.  What is so complicated about the systems that require the annual maintenance to be performed by the factory authorizes technicians.  

I'm one of those guys that I prefers do perform my own repairs and maintenance.  I'm fortunate to have served an apprenticeship in the craft trades that operate and maintain electrical generating facilities, primarily in Hydroelectric projects, however in my early years I did work in gas turbine, steam  turbine and diesel plants that were fueled by either natural gas, crude oil or distillate fuels.

I expect that my next coach will have an AH or Oasis and that I will be performing my own maintenance and repairs.  I'm confident that with my experience with pressures vessels, boilers and controls that I can perform the tasks required to  maintain and repair these system.

Please enlighten me if I'm missing something.

Jim

[wildebill308]

14 minutes ago, F433921 said:

Please enlighten me if I'm missing something.

It is not that hard if you have any experience doing maintenance and using tools. Lots of videos on Youtube.

Bill

[huffypuff]

Service don't look hard at all.  You can find the manuals here for all models.  

[jleamont]

45 minutes ago, huffypuff said:

Service don't look hard at all.  You can find the manuals here for all models.  

Its not. The most difficult part is access and that all depends on how much coach is built around the unit, some manufactures do not realize you need to access certain items to maintain and repair. 

Manuals can be found here;

http://www.aquahot.com/library.aspx

[huffypuff]

2 hours ago, jleamont said:

Its not. The most difficult part is access and that all depends on how much coach is built around the unit, some manufactures do not realize you need to access certain items to maintain and repair. 

Manuals can be found here;

http://www.aquahot.com/library.aspx

Ha I meant to post the same link.  That's what happens when you post before coffee.  Lucky for me they put the Aquahot next to the edge of the bay with the cord reel and electronic for both. easy service except for the diesel filter and antifreeze fluid reservoir is up high.    The cable for tv is in there too.

[jleamont]

Jim, mine has the side and front both come off in one piece. Not sure how the newer ones are. I have a door in my basement that slides or lifts out for access. Monaco made access pretty darn convenient.

[manholt]

On this coach, it's like Jim S. Linda and I both took a look & she said she would do it...she bends, I don't, but I would have no problem in front and the reservoir is mounted in back, like Bill's!

Compared to the AH in the Tradition PIA, this Oasis is easy!

F 433921, you should have no problem doing it yourself !

[wayne77590]

Oh my! My 450D is a nightmare to get to. Bay is just wide enough to house the AH Cabinet.  Left side has the inputs. Right side has the panel to access the burner and nozzle. I'm not a contortionis so accessing the burner plenum and nozzle is a no go for me. I've seen it down twice and it is all by feel.

Now the left side is a different story, but a difficult one.  Had water falling underneath the MH. Found out it was the input hose going into the Aqua Hot. Called the guru and he said that the fittings are just like water hose fitting, plastic and only need to be finger tight.

The fittings as you look at the left side, IF YOU COULD LOOK AT IT, are in the bottom left.  To get to the fitting you have to go in through the pull-out compartment but instead of pulling it out you push it all the way out the other way.  Then there is a SQUARE cut out about 2/3rds of the way up from the bay floor and about 15 inches right of where the fittings are. I could get my fingers on the fittings by my arthritis would not let me tighten them. My neighbor, helicopter pilot, was out one day and I asked if he could reach in and tighten them. He could and he did.

The very next time have that situation there is going to be another cutout in that compartment.

[manholt]

I think AC took the drawings from WB!  Hope WB does not interfere with Newmar design! 😡

[huffypuff]

1 hour ago, manholt said:

I think AC took the drawings from WB!  Hope WB does not interfere with Newmar design! 😡

I'm with you on that, I think Entegra copy lots from Newmar including their confort drive. I think Entegra is calling it E-Z Steer.   

[campcop]

As I found out, if you need warranty service, AquaHot will cover your unit ONLY if the required service was done by an Authorized service shop. I had just serviced our unit and found a leak at the fuel solenoid. Had to bring it to an Authorized dealer for repair and because I had serviced it myself, AquaHot insisted that the dealer do it again before they covered the unit.🤨

the dealer took three times to finally find and make the correct repair, ignoring my diagnosis.......which turned out to be correct. After three 80 mile round trips and the extra service charge, I would have been better off doing the whole thing myself.

[f433921]

7 hours ago, campcop said:

As I found out, if you need warranty service, AquaHot will cover your unit ONLY if the required service was done by an Authorized service shop. I had just serviced our unit and found a leak at the fuel solenoid. Had to bring it to an Authorized dealer for repair and because I had serviced it myself, AquaHot insisted that the dealer do it again before they covered the unit.🤨

the dealer took three times to finally find and make the correct repair, ignoring my diagnosis.......which turned out to be correct. After three 80 mile round trips and the extra service charge, I would have been better off doing the whole thing myself.

Your experience it the reason I perform my own maintenance and repairs.

 

Jim

[wildebill308]

Wow I must be lucky as I have never had a warranty to worry about.

Just got my first RV with an Oasis.

Bill

[huffypuff]

Getting the rig cleaned up for trip and visit from family the first week of August.  

[hermanmullins]

Ray, hope you and Hana have a wonderful trip to visit family and friends.

I haven't had the chance before to say this, but I am praying that each and everyone here on the Forum and there family & friends have been spared form Covid-19.

To all stay healthy !!!

🙏 to all.

Herman

[jleamont]

Puff, coach looks good! Safe travels

[manholt]

Ray, good job, nice trees, nice house and yard...have the cats been in it yet?  Stay safe and enjoy! 

[wildebill308]

Hay Puff old  buddy. Can you drop buy and demonstrate how you did such a great job? I will social distance.  

Bill

[wayne77590]

When finished at Bill's place there are many CG's around here and I'll come stay next to you for a demonstration of your abilities.

Oh, looking good and yes, stay safe.

[huffypuff]

Sorry I didn't see all the replies.  I been busy as we have contractors over repainting the house.  When spraying I had to move the coach to the street.   Hopefully the painting  will be done before the visits.  Next time out, 08/08.