How to Winterize a Dutchman Camper

Some campers head south for the winter, but those who remain in the colder northern climate must winterize their campers for the season. Winterizing a camper prevents the water system from freezing and cracking and avoids a large repair bill come spring. A simple technique for winterizing your Dutchman Camper takes only a few simple supplies and will give you peace of mind for the frigid season to come.

Things You'll Need

  • Air compressor
  • RV antifreeze
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Instructions

    • 1

      Empty the water from the holding tanks, removing the drain plug from the water heater.

    • 2

      Start the water pump and open a faucet, allowing any remaining water to drain from the lines. Turn off the pump when the water stops coming out. Remove all water filters.

    • 3

      Blow out the water lines, using an air compressor with an adjustable regulator. Keep the faucets closed. Start the regulator at zero and increase the power to approximately 10 pounds per square inch until you are certain all of the water is gone.

    • 4

      Empty every water line and blow it out with the air compressor, including the shower, the toilet and the outside shower.

    • 5

      Add approximately one cup of RV antifreeze to each drain in your camper, and put a small amount into the toilet.

    • 6

      Empty the remaining water from the waste tanks.