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PersonRichardfin
24/2/2020 at 1:12pm
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We have a Bailey Pageant Bordeaux 2007 and have been fortunate enough to get it sited on a seasonal pitch for the coming season.
i think it is classified as "serviced" pitches. There is a fresh water tap for each pitch and my question is what is the best way
to connect this to the caravan?
So far I have seen 2 different ways of doing this, 1 connecting some type of hose to the inlet and 2. a type of ball cock that sits in the aqua roll. My fear is if there are variations in pressure and using 1, could this create a leak from a joint?
Any experiences or experiences appreciated.


Personbobmel
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fount this

We are not seasonal pitch users but use fully serviced a lot. Have used both systems. At the moment we are using the aqua roll with float. When we used as you say #1 we where advise to fully turn off the water at source when going out fot the day, peace of mind.

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PersonColin21
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I would definitely go with the aqua-roll idea as the mains water pressure could be well above what the caravan's water system was designed for. It could cause taps to leak that don't usually, and it could even cause pipe joints to come apart that never would have with just ordinary caravan water-pump pressure.


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PersonRichardfin
24/2/2020 at 3:00pm
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Bob and Colin

Appreciate you taking time to reply.
Aqua roll system it is then, many thanks.
Regards,

Richard


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No problem Richard, glad to help.


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Truma do a Ultraflow pressure reducer that allows a mains water hose connection direct to the water inlet, without need for a aquaroll. Other makers do similar devices to suit their systems.

https://www.leisureshopdirect.com/water/caravan-plumbing/truma-pumps/water-hose-fo........

You certainly can't connect the mains supply directly to your van without either the pressure reducer or the aquaroll float valve.

I wouldn't be happy being connected directly to the mains via a reducer valve, if an internal leak occurs without your knowledge, you have an infinite source of water leaking into you van. I use a aquaroll float if on a serviced pitch and turn off the electric pump when unattended. I also turn off the mains stop cock when not in the van.


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I've used both and the big advantage of the direct system is that you don't need to carry the Aquaroll about with you.
As for leaks, unless you are one of the few who remember to turn off your water pump when you go out, then either system will fill up your 'van!
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PersonRichardfin
24/2/2020 at 6:31pm
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Thanks both for the replies - getting a better overview of what may happen.
Richard


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Used the Truma system for years without issue, great set up.

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Been on a seasonal pitch for 5 years now. Always used Aquaroll connection never had any issues. Just my personal choice



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Use float in aquaroll and then always turn pump off when going out, and when going to bed.

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Do seasonal pitch users leave the aquaroll with ball cock etc permanently connected when leaving the van unattended for long periods.

If so, does this cause infection problems with stagnant water getting warm in sunshine.


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Quote: Originally posted by Colin21 on 24/2/2020
I would definitely go with the aqua-roll idea as the mains water pressure could be well above what the caravan's water system was designed for. It could cause taps to leak that don't usually, and it could even cause pipe joints to come apart that never would have with just ordinary caravan water-pump pressure.



This is a very misleading post, as these supply systems do not apply direct mains pressure to the caravans plumbing at all. There is always a pressure reducing valve at the connection point outside the van. This is an extremely simple device that I have never experienced a problem with, and used over 15 years.


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Quote: Originally posted by navver on 25/2/2020
Do seasonal pitch users leave the aquaroll with ball cock etc permanently connected when leaving the van unattended for long periods.

If so, does this cause infection problems with stagnant water getting warm in sunshine.


Hi Navver

I turn off my water supply at the tap before leaving our seasonal pitch. I also empty out the aqua roll and drain down the system and disconnect my water barrel from the van.

Again just my choice and something that I have always done. To try and avoid the things you mention regarding stagnant water.

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I've used both systems, but for the the past 10 years I've stuck to the Truma Ultraflow and never had a problem. It certainly saves carrying an Aquaroll. In very cold weather it is not easy to insulate a length of pipe so then I tend to either remove the pipe at night or use a heavily insulated aquaroll but that is probably only a few nights a year for most people.

There is no right or wrong way, it simply depends on what you are comfortable with.

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Quote: Originally posted by chrisn7 on 26/2/2020
Quote: Originally posted by Colin21 on 24/2/2020
I would definitely go with the aqua-roll idea as the mains water pressure could be well above what the caravan's water system was designed for. It could cause taps to leak that don't usually, and it could even cause pipe joints to come apart that never would have with just ordinary caravan water-pump pressure.



This is a very misleading post, as these supply systems do not apply direct mains pressure to the caravans plumbing at all. There is always a pressure reducing valve at the connection point outside the van. This is an extremely simple device that I have never experienced a problem with, and used over 15 years.


Just goes to show that we can all learn something, however old we are. I have never been on a site with a water supply directly to my caravan, so I was imagining it as a direct connection. I should have thought of a pressure reducing valve as I used to use them in my last job before I retired. I was installing plumbed-in water coolers. We often had to use a pressure reducer if the mains water pressure was too high for the float valve in the machine.


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