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03-31-2017, 08:23 PM
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Just bought a almost new GT2670BH
I just bought an almost new GT2670BH . And even after reading the manual , I have some questions . The tt is currently still winterized . Since I bought it used , I didn't have anyone to do a walk through and explain anything to me .
How do I know if the water heater has a bypass installed ?
Does the slide need dry lubed and seal conditioned ?
The holding tank panel shows 2 gray tanks on the panel , but I thought it only has one gray tank , but I can press the bottons on both and both read empty
Thank you for any help ,
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03-31-2017, 08:42 PM
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The manual is worthless, Keystone uses one manual for all the trailers.
Two ways to tell about the WH bypass; 1. If the water lines are full of antifreeze and the WH is empty you have a bypass. 2. Look behind the WH to see if you have valves behind it. You may have to remove a panel to access the backside of the WH.
As with the manual Keystone likes to use one control panel for many trailers. If your trailer is supposed to only have one it likely only has one. The sensor not hooked to anything will always show E.
Enjoy your new trailer!
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03-31-2017, 08:46 PM
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Congrats on your "new to you" travel trailer.
Your trailer does have a hot water heater bypass. From the looks of your model's floorplan, there is a removable panel (probably 2 or 4 screws securing it) underneath the bottom bunk in the rear of your coach. The hot water heater access panel on the outside of the RV will always give you some indication of the location of the bypass on the inside. The 3-way bypass valve is positioned adjacent to the hot water tank.
Seals do need interval conditioning. Many products on the market will work including 303 Protectant, specific RV seal conditioners, and even baby powder.
Most RV manufacturers will use the same components across many different models. Some models have 2 gray tanks. Yours does not. Gray 2 is just for looks.
Again, welcome and happy trails.
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04-01-2017, 05:29 AM
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I would not go so far as to say, "The manual is useless". Keystone does use a generic manual for all their travel trailers and fifth wheels. There is a wealth of GOOD information in the manual, but it is not "trailer specific" and you will have to rely on the specific components manuals (which should have been included in your owner's packet) for operating, repair and maintenance instructions.
There is no specific inspection interval or recommended procedure in the owner's manual for maintenance of the slide seals. Most of us use soapy water to clean the seals, allow them to dry and use a "dry silicone" slide lubricant which you can find at WalMart in the RV section. Others use Aerospace 303 or other products, most with very good results.
You will find that the same control panel is used in multiple trailers. There are, as stated above, some items on the control panel that may not apply to your specific trailer.
Please review the owner's manual, specifically the roof inspection part and follow it "carefully".... DICOR sealant around the objects on your roof as well as the corner and edge molding and front/rear moldings are prone to leak. Inspection and repair of sealant bonds in these areas is vitally important to preventing water intrusion and damage to your RV.
ADDED: I see that your trailer is a 2017 model. If it was initially placed into service within the past year, the remainder of the factory warranty (1 year) is still available to you. You'll need to contact Keystone Customer Service to get information on how to transfer the warranty balance to you.
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04-01-2017, 05:57 PM
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Thanks for the info , that will help me a lot
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04-01-2017, 06:10 PM
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What color Dicor would that be for my roof . Ivory or tan ?
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04-01-2017, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Mandtra
What color Dicor would that be for my roof . Ivory or tan ?
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My Bullet's roof matches perfect with Tan Dicor self leveling sealant. A good chance it would be the same for your Passport.
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04-02-2017, 08:08 AM
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Tan Dicor works for my 2016 Passport roof.
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04-02-2017, 08:48 PM
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I assume this is the bypass , but how can it work with only one valve ?
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04-02-2017, 08:53 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mandtra
I assume this is the bypass , but how can it work with only one valve ?
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It's a t-valve that works in conjuction with the one way check valve on the hot water tank outlet line. When the bypass is active (or on), the check valve prevents retrograde flow.
When you dewinterize your lines, keep the bypass active and flush out all the antifreeze. When the pink stops flowing, turn the bypass off and fill the HWT.
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04-02-2017, 08:59 PM
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BINGO !!!! Check valve on HWT output and the one valve
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04-03-2017, 07:36 AM
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Great , Thank you all
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04-03-2017, 07:43 AM
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This is why I read these posts. I just learned about the check valve. Didn't know there was one.
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04-03-2017, 12:17 PM
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Looking at that picture, the pex fittings don't look factory to me. Factory uses crimp style...properly installed the ones in the picture are better IMO.
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04-03-2017, 04:08 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckster57
Looking at that picture, the pex fittings don't look factory to me. Factory uses crimp style...properly installed the ones in the picture are better IMO.
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I have a 2013 Passport and that is the same fittings I have on mine. It is nice only having one valve to operate.
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04-03-2017, 04:23 PM
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The one valve winterizing system is cheaper to install and easier to operate. The only drawback (for some of us) is the cold splash of water in the shower when going from "trickle" to "shower".... Some live with it, some install a 3 valve winterizing system and eliminate the "cold shower".... Either way, the winterizing system serves the purpose of removing the water heater from the plumbing and, I suppose, that's the objective of either type system.
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04-03-2017, 05:33 PM
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I meant the actual fittings. Those are more $ than the crimp style, and require more work (longer) to install.
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04-03-2017, 05:48 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JRTJH
The one valve winterizing system is cheaper to install and easier to operate. The only drawback (for some of us) is the cold splash of water in the shower when going from "trickle" to "shower".... Some live with it, some install a 3 valve winterizing system and eliminate the "cold shower".... Either way, the winterizing system serves the purpose of removing the water heater from the plumbing and, I suppose, that's the objective of either type system.
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Yep... after capping off the washer line, my next move was to replace the silly single valve winterizing thingy with a three valve... no more blast of cold every time I turn the water off and on during a shower...
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04-05-2017, 05:58 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 440justin
I have a 2013 Passport and that is the same fittings I have on mine. It is nice only having one valve to operate.
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How do I know which way to turn it for bypass/ non bypass it does not have arrows that i can see
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04-05-2017, 06:48 AM
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Just bought a almost new GT2670BH
Water will flow in the direction of the handle. In the picture above it is set to normal operation. The valve will rotate 90 degrees and point to the bypass hose.
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