[Public-list] vented loop

[Dave Terrell]

In my case, I did not install it the first year, but did the second
year. The head manufacturer - Raritan - said it was necessary. They did
not give an option. It is my understanding that this makes it impossible
for the refuse to siphon back into the head. I have found that after you
pump out the head you still need to pump a few more strokes to make sure
hose is clear of all refuse. Stephen is exactly right about the heat gun
and the KY jelly. I think one needs to do a little planning to make sure
the hoses do not create a mess. In my case I took the time when I put
the vented loop in to make the hoses neater.



>>> sousa_stephen at emc.com 05/25/04 10:02 AM >>>
James,

There are many opinions on this subject. I installed the vented loop
when
the head was installed, the benefits out weight the cost. I used a
bronze
unit with a screw cap which provides access if anything clogs up, since
my
son was living on the Alberg and working at the boat yard during this
time. 

The biggest issue was making the loops and bends that you describe. Buy
a
heat gun which definitely helps with the bends and KY Jelly as a lube,
these
are recommendations from the Alberg 30 Group and they make the job much
easier. Part of my installation was a holding tank which required
installing
a 90 degree elbow in the bulk head for the input.

Good luck,

Stephen
#114 

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Sent: Tuesday, May 25, 2004 9:21 AM
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Subject: [Public-list] vented loop


Hello everyone. I remember there was some discussion in the past in
regard
to vented loops for the head. As I can no longer access the messages
prior
to the last two months, does anyone have any ideas on whether it is
necessary to install the loop when connecting the head? I'm setting up
the
system now but it is proving a bit more frustrating than I would like
with
lines going all over the place. I'd like to make it as simple as
possible
while not forsaking safety.
 
Thanks,
 
James Schueler
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