196 water heater bypass - Event Date: 23 Feb 2021

You may be able to move things around to get a better view. However, once you know where the valves are and the proper position it is pretty easy to change their position even in a tight space. I put a small knob and velcro on the panel so it would be easier to remove and replace in the future. Plan to do the same or use magnets for the water pump access panels as well.

On my 196 the antifreeze takeup line is attached to the pump and is behind a panel in the front slide-side compartment. An area also good to check when de-winterizing. A valve there can be turned to put in antifreeze but turn it back to draw water from the fresh water tank.

I found my tag upon looking again so thanks to all. My access panel is about 5"x8" and opens to a cluttered compartment blocked by the vac and 2" vac flex hose. Also, water heater hose lengths appear excessive. You know, 18" where 10" would be adequate. I think a larger access panel and some cleaning up may be in order!

BTW. The photo is turned 180 degrees because the tag was attached upside down.

Thanks for the photo and comments. Your compartment is certainly less cluttered than mine. Maybe I can clean it up. Do you have a vac set-up?