Thetford Aqua-Magic Fresh Water Flush Permanent RV Toilet Owner’s Manual

Thetford Aqua-Magic Fresh Water Flush Permanent RV Toilet Owner’s Manual

1. Aqua-Magic IV Foot Pedal Flush
2. Aqua-Magic IV Hand Flush
3. Aqua-Magic Starlite
4. Aqua-Magic Galaxy
5. Aqua-Magic Aurora China Bowl

Service & Parts
For parts and/or services – including those under warranty – contact a local Thetford Certified Service
Center (CSC), or an RV Dealer. Or, call Thetford’s
Customer Relations Department for information at 1-800-521-3032.
For warranty consideration, parts must be sent to
Thetford. Call 800-521-3032 (1-313-769-6000 in Michigan) for a Returned Goods Authorization Number before sending it in. When you call, please have this information available:

1. Your name and address.
2. The Model, Part No. and Code (located on the ID label on the toilet).
3. The problem/reason for return.
4. Proof of date of purchase.

Options

Hand spray

• Aurora
•  Galaxy
•  Starlite

To operate

1. Depress the thumb lever
2. Step on the foot pedal
3. Direct water into the bowl

Thetford’s Toilet Riser

• Increase comfort
• Raises toilet 2.5 inches
• Fits all Aqua-Magics

Flushing

Foot-Pedal Flush/Add Water

Hand Flush/ Hand Flush

Required Tools

• Adjustable wrench
• 1/2″ ratcheting box end wrench
• Marker or chalk

Galaxy/Starlite (only)

• 1/2″ deep-well socket and universal with 12″ extension
• 2-1/2″ diameter object
• Cord or wire
• Nickel or dime

Installation

Refer to the diagrams on page 6.

1. Remove the old toilet and closet flange seal.

2. Attach a new closet flange seal to the new toilet (Fig. 1).

3. With mounting bolts in place, position the toilet over the closet flange (Fig. 2).

4. If carpeted, trace around the toilet, remove the toilet, and cut away the carpet to expose the floor. The carpet beneath the foot pedal may also need to be removed.

5. Using body weight, press the toilet to the floor.

6.  Aqua Magic IV and Aurora: Tighten nuts 1 to 2 turns past finger tight so the toilet is stable.

7. Aqua Magic Galaxy/Starlite: Finger tightens rear nut. Prop open flush hole (Fig.3). Finger tightens front nut (now visible through the opening above foot pedals). Tighten front and rear nuts 1 to 2 turns past
   finger tight so the toilet is stable (Figs. 4, 5, 6).

8. Check for free blade movement. Loosen nuts as necessary.

9. Connect the water line to the water valve/elbow using 1/2″ NPT tube fittings while supporting the elbow with the wrench.

10. urn on water and flush. Check for leaks. Flood Test: With the toilet water supply turned off, fill the holding tank (using a garden hose) through flush hole until water level reaches top of the bowl. Leave for 10 minutes with the blade open. Check for leakage around the base of the toilet.

11.  Aurora only: Attach side access covers (Fig. 7).

Removal
Follow the installation directions in reverse order.

Aurora only

• Locate bottom first
• Snap-in
• Closed
• Galaxy/Starlite only
• Cord or wire
• Mounting nut access hole
• 1/2″ deep well socket

Parts

Galaxy

Before ordering parts, record the Product ID information.

No.Description

1.  Hinge Pins (2)
2. Seat Cover
3. Vacuum Breaker
4. Flush Tube
5. Flush Nozzle Assy.
6. Overflow Trap
7. Water Supply Tube
8. Hand Spray Kit (Water saver Option Only)
9. Side Access Covers (2)
10. Water Valve
11. Lower Mechanism Assy.
12. Closet Flange Seal & Bolt Pkg.
13. Seat
14. Hinge Post Kit
15. Upper Mechanism Assy.
16. Hole Plug
17. Vacuum Breaker Replacement Pkg.
18. Water Valve Link
19. Lever Assy.*
20. Wire Replacement Pkg. No.Description
21. Mechanism Cover
22. racket & 2 Screws†
23. Float Assy.
24.  Actuator Assy.
25. Base to Bowl Screws (9)
26. Closet Bolt Pkg.
27. Pedal Pkg.†
28. Base
29. Retainer & Screw†
30. Sealant
31. Blade Spring
32. Blade
33. Blade Seal
34. Blade Track
35. Flapper
36. Overflow Tube
37. Nozzle Assy.
38. Bowl
39. Reservoir Assy.

Specify High or Low

• Hand Flush only
•  Foot-Pedal Flush only

Dimensions

Aurora

• a: 17-3/4″/po
• b: 16-3/4″/po
• c: 20-1/8″/po
• d: 30-9/16″/po

Galaxy/Starlite

• a: 16-7/8″/po HP
• 11-1/4″/po LP
• b: 15-7/8″/po
• c: 19-1/16″/po
• d: 30″/po HP
• 23″/po LP

Aqua-Magic IV

• a: 16-1/4″/po HP
• 12-1/2″/po LP
• b: 14-7/8″/po
• c: 17-9/16″/po
• d: 30-1/4″/po HP
• 26-7/8″/po LP
• HP – High Profile
• LP – Low Profile
• HP – Hauteur
• LP – Longueur

General Information

Cleaning
To clean any Thetford toilet, the manufacturer recommends Thetford’s Aqua- Bowl® non-abrasive cleaner.

Deodorizing
The manufacturer recommends Aqua-Kem® brand holding tank deodorants.

Winterizing
Draining Method
Disconnect the water supply line at the water valve. Completely drain the water supply line before winter storage.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, when using air pressure to blow water from lines, be sure the toilet valve is in the open position.
CAUTION: If water is frozen in the toilet, do not attempt to flush until the ice thaws. Antifreeze Method Use RV(potable) antifreeze only.
CAUTION: Never use automotive-type antifreeze.

Trouble Shooting

1. Leaks:

   • Back of toilet: check the water supply line connection, and refer to installation instructions.
   • Vacuum breaker leaks while flushing: replace the vacuum beaker.
   • Vacuum breaker leaks when not flushing: replace the water valve.
   • Between closet flange and toilet: check flange nuts for tightness. If the leak continues, remove the toilet and check the flange height. Adjust, if necessary, to 7/16″ above the floor. Replace the flange seal if damaged.
   • (Galaxy and Starlite Only) Bowl-to-mechanism seal: replace seal and/or mechanism.

2. Harder than normal foot pedal or hand lever operation: Apply a light film of silicone spray to the blade.
   (Note : To avoid damage use only silicone lubricating spray.) (Galaxy and Starlite Only) Check mounting bolts to assure they are not over-tightened.

3. Poor flush: Pedals or hand levers must be held fully open during flush. A good flush should be obtained within 2 to 3 seconds. If the problem persists, remove the water supply line and check the flow rate. The flow rate should be at least ten quarts (9.5 liters) per minute.

4. (Galaxy and Starlite Only) Bowl will not hold water: Check for foreign material in a groove where the blade sits in the flush hole. A Blade-Groove Cleaning Tool (Part No. 08195) is available from Thetford. Call for details.

Limited Two-Year Warranty

Warranty
Thetford Corporation warrants, to the original purchasers, only, that all Aqua-Magic-brand toilets that are used for personal, family, or household purposes are free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. All Thetford Corporation products that are placed for commercial or business use are warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase.

Limitation of Warranty
This warranty does not apply to products which, in the judgment of Thetford Corporation, have been subjected to misuse, negligence, accident, fire, improper repair, installation or any other unreasonable use. This warranty will be void if the identification number or date of manufacture, the stamp has been effaced, altered, or removed, or if the product has been repaired or altered by persons other than Thetford Corporation.

Limitation of Remedy
The responsibility of Thetford Corporation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at the option of Thetford Corporation, of any defective part or product provided such repair or replacement is performed by Thetford Corporation. IN NO EVENT SHALL THETFORD CORPORATION BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING FROM THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS….i.e., SPILLS FROM HOLDING TANK DEODORANTS OR ADDITIVES, DAMAGE RESULTING FROM TOILET FLOODING?

Implied Warranties
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE FOR PRODUCTS USED FOR PERSONAL, FAMILY, OR HOUSEHOLD PURPOSES AND NINETY (90) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE FOR PRODUCTS PLACED IN COMMERCIAL OR BUSINESS USE.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow any exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Procedure for Warranty Claims
In the event of a defect during the warranty period, we recommend that you contact Thetford at 1-800-521-3032 to receive information on the closest Certified Service Center (CSC). Please be advised that monetary
reimbursements for defective products, or any part of them, are contrary to Warranty stipulations. Thetford Corporation will repair or replace, at its option, and at no charge to the purchaser, the product which is proved to the satisfaction of Thetford Corporation to have been defective at the time of purchase or which becomes defective in normal use during the warranty period. Defective parts or products should be returned freight prepaid to Thetford Corporation, 800 Baker Road, Dexter, Michigan, 48130. Returned parts must be properly identified and have proof of purchase date. For Returned Goods Authorization Number please call 1-800-521-3032 prior to all returns. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

See your dealer for more information about Thetford products. Or, write or call: Thetford Corporation
P.O. Box 1285
Ann Arbor, MI 48106
1-800-521-3032

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