Verifying that the Macerator works correctly ?

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Subject: Verifying that the Macerator works correctly ?

Tomorrow I will be having my new R-27/OB inspected by the USCG. One of the things they will check is that the Macerator handle is zipped-tied to be in the off position.

This is all well and good, but now the cogs are turning and thoughts present me with wanting to know if the Macerator system will indeed work when required.

How does one verify the Macerator system is working and operational ?

For the Canadian boaters this is not and issue as they can employ the Macerator in their Canadian waters. For me being in US waters I do not have the same opportunity.

So, how do I verify the Macerator works ? I'm thinking this can be done after I've thoroughly pumped out the holding tank at a pump-out station, then fill the holding tank with hose water and unzip the Macerator valve lever and set it to allow the Macerator to pump the holding tank's hose water over board. Afterwards the Macerator lever can be zipped-tied again to its OFF position.

Question: Is what I describe above legal activity in US waters for checking that the Macerator works correctly ?

One could argue I suppose that a full pump out at a pump-out station does not pump out 100% of the holding tank and thus some residue remains.

Thanks... 🙂

 

[Red Raven]

Two thoughts.

1) Push a length of hose of the appropriate diameter (I have heard a clothes washer hose works) into the macerator through hole and pump some into a RV dump site or a bucket.

2) Take a quick trip to the Canadaian boarder and test it there. With your speed you can go there and come back the same day if you want! 😀

 

[knotflying]

If you are really concerned after you clean out your holding tank you can always get a piece of hose that can be inserted to the outlet and then pump into a 5 gallon bucket. You can empty the contents into a toilet.