4.10.1 Using the septic system

The toilet is powered by electricity and uses seawater for flushing.

Using the toilet
  1. Open the tap of the toilet flush water inlet seacock.

  2. Flush the toilet from the flush button.

  3. Close the seacock tap after use.

It is recommended that you always keep the toilet flush seacock tap closed when toilet is not in use. 

The toilet can easily get clogged and damaged.

  • Never put any other objects but toilet paper in the toilet. 

  • Do not under any circumstances flush down paper towels, fabric, hard objects, rubber, oil or solvents.

  • Do not pour hot water into the toilet.

Environmental hazard! The sink is directly connected to the sea.

Do not pour soap or any other substances harmful to the environment down the sink.

Maintenance
  • Flush the toilet system thoroughly with fresh water when the boat is not in use.

  • Before the boat is laid up for winter storage, clean the whole system and flush it through while the boat is still in the water.

  • To prevent frost damage, bacteria growth and smells, drain the system thoroughly when lifting the boat out of the water.

  • The use of antifreeze is not recommended.

  • If you use chemi­cals cleaning the septic tank, make sure they are suitable for aluminum.