Hi
Can someone tell me what is a suitable tap for my sink on my 1986 autosleeper? The system didnt work when I bought the van so I fitted a new pump (30psi shurflo 12 v pump) which is turned on when needed in usual way. The previous tap was either faulty or wasnt correct type as when I turned the pump on it leaked water badly. Problem is the ones which seem to be suitable are exactly the same type eg:
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Most taps say not suitable for pressurised system. Does this mean my system even tho pump can be turned off?? I am not technically minded Im afraid!
Can someone help???
Thanks, simon
suitable tap for sink?
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Re: suitable tap for sink?
Can't see why that tap shouldn't work. It has the inbuilt micro switch to turn the pump off. Maybe your old one was faulty?
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Re: suitable tap for sink?
I recently replaced my Comet Nova tap as the micro switch had packed up. Its available with or without microswitch iirc. Mine has one which switches on a basic submersible Whale pump... Easily fitted too.
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Re: suitable tap for sink?
Pressurized system is where the pump maintains a constant pressure in the pipework whether there is a tap open or not. Silly idea as if you have a leak you can come back to a wet van if it is left for a long while! It is used on bigger motorhomes more to save on running multiple wires to each tap, shower, toilet etc.
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Re: suitable tap for sink?
Thanks for your replies. It seems my previous tap was probably knackered so I will get on and buy another one.