4806 4809, 4848 4800 series VacuFlush® Toilets INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT NOTICE VacuFlush® sanitation systems must be installed according to Dometic’s recommended procedures. Do not attempt installation without first contacting a VacuFlush® certified dealer or Dometic Corporation. ! WARNING This manual must be read and understood before adjustment, maintenance, or service is performed. Modification of this product can result in property damage.
4800 SERIES VACUFLUSH TOILETS Table of Contents Product Features System Specifications Toilet Specifications and Dimensions Toilet Model Identification Warnings Toilet System Components Marine Sanitation Regulations Important Information Before Operation System Start-Up Toilet Operation Service Mode Proper Bowl Cleaning Clearing Discharge Lines Winterizing Maintaining the System Spare Parts Ordering Parts Installation - General Information Deodorants and Special Tissue Troubleshooting G
Toilet Model Identification The model identification label is located on the back of the toilet. It shows the model number and serial number of the product. Warnings WARNING! Dometic vacuum toilet systems must be installed according to Dometic’s recommended procedures. Dometic also recommends that a qualified marine technician or electrician install or service this product. Equipment damage, injury to personnel or death could result from improper installation.
800 SERIES VACUFLUSH TOILETS Toilet System Components Flush Switch/ Vacuum Status Panel Tank Monitor Panel Deck Discharge Vent Filter Vent Fitting Vacuum Toilet Discharge Pump Vacuum Generator Holding Tank System Overboard Discharge A VacuFlush 4800 series toilet is part of a total sanitation system that includes a vacuum source and usually a holding tank.
�Important Information Before Operation 1. Make sure all guests understand toilet and seacock operation and that the flushing instruction label is easy for guests to read. The label is located under the seat. 2. Remember, the vacuum pump starts automatically. Shut off electrical power to the toilet system before servicing and do not leave the boat with the toilet system electrical power on. 3.
4800 SERIES VACUFLUSH TOILETS �SERVICE mODE To clean toilet bowl or perform other service that requires keeping the flush ball open without running water, locate the Service Mode switch at the back left side of the seat mounting bracket. Slide the switch to the right. (On some models the Service Switch is a toggle type that’s located on the check valve of the toilet. It can be reached behind the left side of the toilet bowl. See page 11 for location.
�Winterizing At the end of each season, the VacuFlush toilet system should be winterized for storage. The following procedure should be used: 1. Pump out holding tank. 2. Thoroughly flush system with fresh water. 3. Drain freshwater tank. 4. Add freshwater antifreeze to freshwater tank. 5. Flush freshwater water antifreeze and water mixture through toilet and into the waste holding tank. Each installation is different, so amounts may vary. User discretion is required to assure adequate protection. 6.
4800 SERIES VACUFLUSH TOILETS �Ordering Parts Dometic is ready to assist you in the event service is required. Before calling, please have the following information available. Your cooperation in having this information ready is appreciated and allows us to better meet your needs. Please refer to Customer Service section in this manual. 1. Toilet Model Number (See Toilet Model Identification section, page 3.) 2. Serial Number 3. Part Number, Description and Quantity (see separate parts list sheet.
������������������������������������ Installation – General Information (cont’d) Discharge Piping Layouts VacuFlush toilets must be connected to 1.5-inch (38mm) ID flexible sanitation hose. Connections can be made either through the floor or out the rear of the toilet above the floor. Flexible hoses that contain sewage from any marine toilet will create unpleasant odor that permeates through the wall of the hose.
4800 SERIES VACUFLUSH TOILETS INSTALLATION – General Information (cont’d) Holding Tanks Seacocks VacuFlush toilets operate with most holding tank or treatment systems. When installed with a holding tank, the maximum capacity of the tank should be large enough to avoid the inconvenience of frequent discharges. A 30-gallon tank (114-liter) will become full in about 90 flushes. Seacocks are required by various marine regulations. Only full-flow, marine quality valves are recommended.
Troubleshooting Guide Toilet base assembly Sealing Grommet Check Valve SERVICE MODE Toggle Switch (alternate location on some models) Bowl Seal Flush Ball Seal Electric Water Valve Retaining Ring Filter Screen Motor Flush Ball Drive Arm Linkage Rotor Shaft Cam Flush Spring Cam Switch Circuit Board Problem 1. Water does not enter bowl and toilet does not flush. Possible Cause Service Instructions a. Toilet fuse is blown or circuit breaker is tripped. b. Loose wiring connections. a.
4800 SERIES VACUFLUSH TOILETS Troubleshooting Guide (cont’d) Problem 3. Water does not enter toilet bowl, but toilet flushes. Possible Cause a. Blocked water supply. b. Loose or defective wiring. c. Defective water valve. d. Defective circuit board. 4. Water does not enter toilet in “Add Water” switch position. a. Electrical failure. b. Defective flush switch. Service Instructions a. Clear blockage in water line or filter screen at water valve inlet. b.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont’d) Problem Possible Cause Service Instructions 12. Water does not stay in toilet bowl (leaks between flush ball and seal). a. Flush ball seal is worn and needs replaced. b. Flush ball is scratched or worn and needs replaced. c. Cam switch/flush ball alignment needs adjustment. d. Bolts that hold base to toilet need tightened to 20-25 in.-lbs. a. See instructions on page 15 for replacement. b. See instructions on page 15 for replacement. c.
4800 SERIES VACUFLUSH TOILETS Troubleshooting Guide (cont’d) Adjusting cam switch/flush ball alignment The flush ball should be properly positioned so that the “A” and “B” distances are equal (see illustration at right). If the flush ball becomes misaligned (resulting in water leaking from bowl or other flushing problems), follow instructions below to resolve problem. REMOVING TOILET FROM FLOOR 1. Turn off water and electrical power to toilet. 2. Remove water inlet hose from toilet. 3.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont’d) Replacing the flush ball seal and bowl seal Replacing the rotor shaft 1. Turn off water and electrical power to toilet. 1. Follow disassembly steps 1 through 14 under “Replacing the Flush Ball”. 2. Remove water inlet hose from toilet. 2. Pull rotor shaft out from inside of the base. 3. Remove toilet from floor and turn it upside down. Disconnect Service Switch wires at in-line connectors. 3. Lubricate O-rings on new shaft with silicone grease. 4.
4800 SERIES VACUFLUSH TOILETS Customer Service You may also contact or have your local dealer contact the Parts Distributor nearest you for quick response to your replacement parts needs. They carry a complete inventory for the SeaLand product line. There is a strong, worldwide network to assist in servicing and maintaining your sanitation system. For the Authorized Service Center near you, please call from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday. Telephone: 1 800-321-9886 U.S.A.