Winter camping or off-season RV storage often means one critical task — protecting your water system from freezing. For most owners, the answer is simple: add RV antifreeze to the plumbing. It’s safe, non-toxic, and prevents burst pipes during freezing weather. But a question often arises — is RV antifreeze bad for the water heater?…
It usually starts with a small puddle under your RV after a hot summer day. You look up at your air conditioner and wonder — is it normal for my RV AC to leak water? The answer depends on where the water’s coming from. In most cases, a little water dripping outside your RV is…
After a long day of traveling, hiking, or exploring the outdoors, there’s nothing better than stepping into your RV and enjoying a warm shower. That’s where your electric water heater becomes your best friend. Unlike propane-based heaters that rely on gas ignition, an electric RV water heater draws power from your shore connection or generator…
After a long day of traveling, you’ve just parked your RV at the campground, eager for a hot shower. But when you turn on the water heater, you realize you’re not entirely sure how to operate your Dometic RV water heater safely and efficiently. Many new RV owners feel the same, and using the heater…
You arrive at a busy campground and spot the water hookup labeled “City Water.” The idea of connecting your RV to the campground water supply seems simple, but improper connection can cause leaks, water damage, or contamination. City water allows you to enjoy unlimited fresh water without relying on your onboard tank. However, incorrect setup…
You arrive at your RV campsite after a long day and attempt to take a shower, but the Atwood water heater fails to ignite. The pilot light clicks repeatedly without lighting, or the water takes unusually long to heat, leaving you frustrated and uncomfortable. The Atwood RV water heater is designed to provide reliable hot…
You step into your RV after a long drive, ready for a hot shower, but notice the water heater is behaving inconsistently. Sometimes the water heats properly, other times it remains lukewarm, and the heater seems to run continuously without shutting off. The thermostat in your RV water heater controls the temperature by regulating the…
You step into your RV after a long trip, expecting a hot shower, but your water heater is acting inconsistently. Sometimes the water heats slowly, sometimes it doesn’t heat at all, and the digital display or indicators are unresponsive. The circuit board in your RV water heater acts as the central control unit. It regulates…
You step into your RV after a long day on the road and try to turn on the water heater, only to find the pilot won’t ignite. Clicking sounds occur, but the flame never appears, leaving you without hot water and frustrated. The igniter in your RV water heater is a small yet critical component…
You step into your RV after a long trip and turn on the hot water, only to find the faucet delivers cold or lukewarm water. Showers take longer, dishes don’t get hot, and the inconvenience quickly becomes frustrating. The heating element in an RV water heater is responsible for converting electricity into heat to warm…