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Installing hot water tank by pass
Hello,
We have a 1996 22' mid bath LD. I'm installing the Camco by pass kit on my hot water tank with one check valve at hot water outlet and a three way valve at the cold water inlet. The space to install is tight. LD had a check valve at the cold water inlet on the hot water tank. Due to the small install space, I cannot fit the three way valve on without removing the existing check valve. Is the check valve necessary on the cold water inlet? On the Camco install video, it does not show any check valve at the cold water inlet on the hot water tank. Again, is the check valve necessary at the tank on the cold water inlet?

Tim
1996 22' Rear Lounge
Re: Installing hot water tank by pass
Reply #1 –
If the check valve didn't have a valid purpose, LD would not have included it.
The check valve prevents hot water from migrating back into the cold water circuit.
I don't know if this is a show stopper but be aware that not including it will have consequences.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
 
Re: Installing hot water tank by pass
Reply #2 –
Hello Tim and welcome to this neighborhood.  I hope you post follow up information on your project along with pics of your LD.