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12-06-2016, 10:12 AM
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Aqua Hot Overflow tank clearance
I need to add antifreeze mixture to my 2017 Anthem 44B Aqua Hot system. I didn't take a picture, but the overflow tank lid is only about 2 inches below the bay ceiling.
How do I add the mixture? I don't think even putting it into a small container a little at a time will be doable.
Any suggestions or experience with this would be appreciated.
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Linda & Pete (and Riley, the pooch)
2019 New Aire - 3343
2017 Anthem 44B, Victory Blue
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12-06-2016, 10:16 AM
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Entegra Owners Club
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My classic it is that close to the ceiling as well. I use a 16 oz plastic water bottle and I am able to pour it in. If that doesn't work this little pump at Walmart works well also. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-...-Pump/16795103
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Chuck in SW FL
Digital 2021 Cornerstone "B"
A "Digital" 2019 Cornerstone "B" Traded
A "Classic" 2014 Anthem 42 RBQ---Sold
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12-06-2016, 10:16 AM
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Entegra Owners Club
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Try a large syringe from a medical supply store. Add a small (1') piece of tubing from the hardware store.
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Don & Gerri
2014 Entegra Anthem 44B
2014 Honda CRV Touring
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12-06-2016, 10:19 AM
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Entegra Owners Club
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I use a hand pump similar to this.
Vance & Robin
Dexter and Winston - Old English Sheepdog Security Service
2014 Entegra Anthem 42DEQ
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12-06-2016, 10:20 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 757driver
Try a large syringe from a medical supply store. Add a small (1') piece of tubing from the hardware store.
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Dave a turkey baster from the $ store works that way too. I use to fill my wet cell batteries on the TS with one before I found that little siphon pump.
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Chuck in SW FL
Digital 2021 Cornerstone "B"
A "Digital" 2019 Cornerstone "B" Traded
A "Classic" 2014 Anthem 42 RBQ---Sold
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12-06-2016, 10:23 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by WallyRover
I need to add antifreeze mixture to my 2017 Anthem 44B Aqua Hot system. I didn't take a picture, but the overflow tank lid is only about 2 inches below the bay ceiling.
How do I add the mixture? I don't think even putting it into a small container a little at a time will be doable.
Any suggestions or experience with this would be appreciated.
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Take it back and have it mounted correctly also to note must have not had a proper PDI as you should not be adding any fluids to the system on something this new
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12-06-2016, 10:26 AM
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Yup, I just use a piece of clear hose & siphon it in.
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12-06-2016, 11:14 AM
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Thanks to all for the timely replies. I will definitely be getting a siphon of some kind.
select55, I abbreviated my post to not bother folks with the details, but I am not sure I need antifreeze. Today, I am going do the proper test as outlined by Aqua Hot documentation, but what started me on this is that my antifreeze only comes up to just above the cold line, and Aqua Hot is on electric at the moment.
Also, I am pretty sure that the installation is standard for 2017 Anthem 44B. I agree that it not a good design, but it is what it is.
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Linda & Pete (and Riley, the pooch)
2019 New Aire - 3343
2017 Anthem 44B, Victory Blue
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12-06-2016, 11:17 AM
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Entegra Owners Club Spartan Chassis
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Location: Central Texas
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Aqua Hot Fluid
I used a well rinsed DEF nozzle. Screws right on the 1 gallon Century boiler fluid container
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2017 Cornerstone 45B
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12-06-2016, 12:04 PM
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Texas Boomers Club Entegra Owners Club Spartan Chassis
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I noticed the Dutch Star has the remote tank located back in the engine compartment even though the diesel boiler is located where ours is. Very convenient! TAKE NOTE ENTEGRA.......
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12-06-2016, 12:13 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 757driver
Try a large syringe from a medical supply store. Add a small (1') piece of tubing from the hardware store.
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Farm supply stores (Tractor Supply) will have these syringes also as well as the tubing.
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Jeanne & Rosko
2017 Cornerstone 45B
2014 Anthem 44B Classic (traded)
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12-06-2016, 12:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by select55
Take it back and have it mounted correctly also to note must have not had a proper PDI as you should not be adding any fluids to the system on something this new
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Select its a gravity feed thing. Also stated earlier I don't think I would want my tank mounted in the engine compartment. that a ways away more line to rupture especially when its hidden sounds like a nightmare waiting to happen. JMHO.
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12-06-2016, 12:22 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by texan9999
I used a well rinsed DEF nozzle. Screws right on the 1 gallon Century boiler fluid container
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Tex those spouts are great for a lot of stuff
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12-06-2016, 01:01 PM
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Entegra Owners Club
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I also use the plastic squirt bottles to add water to my batteries. They are generic ketchup bottles, found them at Walmart for about a dollar for the 2 pack
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2015 Entegra Aspire 44U
2015 Jeep Sahara Unlimited
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