Thetford ELECTRA MAGIC User manual

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Because We Take Your Leisure Seriously
ELECTRA MAGIC®
Owner’s Manual
RV and Marine
Recirculating Toilets
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Operating Instructions
1. Initial Flush Charge
A. Filluntilwaterreachesslightlyabove
thechargelevel(blueline)onindica-
tor dial.
B. Add Thetford Aqua-Kem®Liquid
Holding Tank Deodorant as per
instructions on package.
2. To Flush
Depress ush button. (Note: Do not
depress button when unit is empty.)
To Empty RV Model
The Electra Magic is tted with ater-
mination valve on the bottom of the
unit. Depending on the installation, follow one of these
procedures:
A. Without holding tank – attach discharge hose to outlet
and open termination valve.
B. With holding tank – open termination valve. This dumps
contents of unit into the holding tank.
To Evacuate Marine Model
See your boat owner’s manual.
Congratulations!
…on your purchase of Thetford’s Electra Magic recirculat ing
toilet, the most popular recirculating toilet in the world.
This unit is a 100% self-contained sanitation system which
requires no pressure water connection or holding tank
installation (an optional holding tank may be installed to
increase total capacity). The Electra Magic is operated by
a simple D.C. hookup, available in a 12-Volt or a 24-Volt
model, and may be discharged directly into the sewer or
into an optional holding tank.
Unique Filtration
Thetford’s unique ltration system puts an end to unpleasant
clogging. The exclusive lter cone assures that only ltered
uid is delivered to the recirculating pump.
Any Questions…
about your toilet or this Owner’s Manual?
Simply call Thetford’s
Customer Relations Department at
1-800-521-3032
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RV Installation Instructions continue on Page 5.
Installation
RV Model
1. Install the two closet bolts in closet ange.
2. While holding bolt up so the head touches underside
of closet ange, install one nut on each bolt and screw
nuts down until they
touchtopofgauge.If
gauge is misplaced,
bottom surface of
nuts should be 1.34
in. (3.4 cm) above
oor.
5. Place unit on closet ange and locate position for plastic
locator disc by tracing around one of the front legs. Drill
5/32” dia. hole in oor and fasten disc to oor with at
sides oriented as shown. Use #10 screw provided.
Important: This disc prevents toilet from moving on
floor.
6. Lower toilet onto closet ange until nuts on closet bolts
go through rectangular holes in metal brackets, seal rests
on closet ange, and leg locates over locating disc.
4. Makesure white
fork-shaped
slides are in
forward posi-
tion.
3. Turn the toilet upside-down and install closetange seal
on Slide-EZ Valve with at side against toilet.
Electrical Hookup
RV and Marine Models
Connect your 12-Volt or 24-Volt model Electra Magic
directly to the appropriate D.C. source as a separate circuit.
Use minimum size #14 gauge wire. (Black wire to positive
[hot], white to negative [ground].)
Important – Be sure polarity of power supply has been
properly determined and correctly connected to lead wires
before operating.
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MULTIPLE POSITIONS
SUMP DISCHARGE
Side Discharge Rear Discharge
Installation
Marine Model
CAUTION: Toilet is not explosion proof and must not be
located in an area where an explosive atmosphere exists,
such as gasoline fumes, etc.
1. Install white fork-
shaped slides on
brackets. Make one
right bracket as-
sembly and one left
bracket assembly.
(Right bracket assembly shown.)
2. Mount bracket assemblies and sump to bottom of toilet
with four screws. Brackets are sandwiched between sump
and toilet.
3. Locate toilet position with template and install bolts
in oor drilling 7/32” dia. hole in oor, putting acorn
nut on screw, and driving bolts into oor with wrench.
Remove acorn nuts.
4. Also using template, locate position for plastic locator
disc. Drill 5/32” dia. hole in oor and fasten disc to oor
with at sides oriented parallel to sides of toilet.
Important: This disc prevents toilet from moving on
floor.
5. Install one nut on each bolt and screw nuts down until they
touch top of gauge. If
gauge is misplaced,
bottom surface of nuts
should be 1.34 in. (3.4
cm) above oor.
6. Lower toilet over bolts until nuts go through rectangular
holes in metal brackets, and the unit rests on its feet.
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Installation Continued
RV and Marine Models
7. Insert a screwdriver or other long rigid instrument under
toilet. With a sharp blow drive each slide back until it
slides under nut and snaps into position.
8. If slides cannot be driven by one or two blows, remove
toilet and adjust each nut one-half turn upward and repeat
procedure from Step 6.
9. If toilet wobbles excessively, remove slides by catching
tabs with a hooked instrument and pulling forward, as
shown below. Lift toilet off, adjust each nut one-half
turn downward and repeat procedure from Step 6.
Extension Handle Valve
Toilet Model 24320 Only
Multiple positions using extension handle valve:
08707 Slide-EZ Valve
08737 Screw
02792 Lockwasher
08636 Mounting Bracket
03915 Screw
08737 Screw
02792 Lockwasher
08707 Slide-EZ Valve
08636 Mounting Bracket
12979 Base Moulding
05248 Base Moulding
03915 Screw
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Parts List
RV and Marine Models (12- and 24-Volt Models
are available.)
Product ID Label
Key Part
No. No.Description
1 039 21 Hinge Pin (2)
2 03922 Retaining Ring (2)
3 03916 Seat Cover Assy.*
4 08166 Lid Seal
5 03953 Left Hinge*
6 03904 Seat & Bumper Assy.*
7 03936 Cap*
8 05656 Splash Guard
9 03912 Cover & Bowl Assy.*
10 03984 Vinyl Skirt Assy.
11 03946 Inlet Tube
12 12938 Left Side Base
Moulding*
13 12979 Base Moulding w/
Hole*
14 08167 Main Housing Seal
15 1284057Main Housing Assy.*
16 03943 Front Screw (2)
17 03923 Cover Mtg. Screw (2)
18 03924 Motor Cover Assy.*
Key Part
No. No. Description
19 03905 Right Hinge*
20 03927 Nut (4)
21 03990 Lock Washer (4)
22 03979 Rear Screw (2)
23 24615 Level Indicator
24 03937 Hinge Mtg. Screw (2)
25 03928 Pump Mtg. Gasket
26 03925 Pump Mtg. Screw (4)
27 05700 Motor Kit: 12 Volt
14082 Motor Kit: 24 Volt
28 05534 Filter Cone
29 03950 Pump Assy.: 12 Volt**
14083 Pump Assy.: 24 Volt**
30 05248 Right Side Base
Moulding*
31 03915 Moulding Mtg. Screw
(2)
** Includes Motor
*Indicate Color When Ordering
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RV Slide-EZ Valve
Key Part
No. No. Description
1 12836 Slide-EZ Valve
2 03911 Handle*
3 03913 Retaining Ring
4 08637 Slides (2)
5 08737 Screw (4)
6 24304 Flange Seal
7 02690 Nut (2)
8 12525 Closet Bolt (2)
9 08636 Mtg. Bracket (2)
10 12838 Mounting Package
(comprised of Key
Parts 4-9)
Note: Slide-EZ Valve No. 03632 is
used on pre-1978 toilets. Toilets
manufacturedin1978 or laterusean
ABS-Slide EZ Valve No. 12836.
Record Your Product ID Information Here
MODEL :
PART NO :
CODE :
(See Parts List on Pg. 6 for location
of Product ID Label)
(For Service/Part info, call 1-800-521-3032)
Key Part
No. No. Description
1 03940 Sump Assy.
2 08637 Slides (2)
3 01663 Screw (4)
4 12984 Acorn Nut (2)
5 12983 Bolt (2)
6 08636 Mtg. Bracket (2)
7 05063 Mounting Package
(comprised of Key
Parts 2-6)
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Disassembly
RV and Marine Models
1. Fuse Replacement
A. Remove two (2) #03923 cover mounting screws and
#03924 Motor Cover Assembly.
B. The fuse is now readily accessible for checking or
changing.
2. Switch Removal
A. Disconnect lead wires from power source.
B. Remove two (2) #03923 cover mounting screws and
#03924 Motor Cover Assembly.
C. Remove switch retaining nut and remove wires from
switch terminals.
3. Slide-EZ Valve Removal
A. Disconnect lead wires from power source.
B. Completely evacuate unit.
Note: Ifyouhavea#24320extensionhandleunit,cotterpin
and extension handle must be removed at this point.
C. Remove two (2) #03915 moulding mounting screws and
remove two (2) base mouldings (See Pg. 6).
D. Removeslidesbycatchingtabswith ahookedinstrument
and pulling forward (Pg. 5).
E. Lift toilet from closet ange and invert unit.
F.
Remove four (4) #08737 screws; remove valve (Pg. 5).
4. Sump Removal
A. Disconnect lead wires from power source.
B. Completely evacuate unit.
C. Remove two (2) #03915 moulding mounting screws and
remove two (2) base mouldings (Pg. 6).
D. Removeslidesbycatchingtabswith ahookedinstrument
and pulling forward (Pg. 5).
E. Remove exible hose from sump and invert unit.
F.
Remove four (4) #01663 screws; remove sump (Pg. 7).
5. Pump Removal
A. Complete steps 2A and 2B above.
B. Completely evacuate unit.
C. Removecoverandbowlassemblyscrewstwo(2)#03979
in rear from top side and two (2) #03943 in front from
bottomsideandremove#03912coverandbowlassembly
(Pg. 6).
D. Remove four (4) #03925 pump mounting screws.
E. Disconnect #03946 inlet tube from pump outlet.
F. Remove #03950 pump assembly (Pg. 6).
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Service Parts
For parts and/or service – including those under warranty
– contact a local Thetford Certied Service Center (CSC),
or a RV or Marine 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 1-800-521-3032 for a Returned Goods Authorization
Number before sending it in. When you call have this
information available:
1. Your name and address.
2. The toilet Model, Part No. and Code (located on the ID
label on the front of the toilet).
3. Reason for return.
4. Date of vehicle/toilet purchase.
REFILL PKG. #03947
Chrome-plated rell adapter
connects Electra Magic
directly to vehicle or ves-
sels demand water supply.
Opening rell valve allows
easy toilet recharging and
cleaning.Eliminatesneed for
manually adding recharge
water.
VENT KIT #05223
(Included in Model
#24330)
Provides extra vent-
ing to reduce odors.
Primarily for marine
use.
Accessories
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Maintenance
To clean unit, use Thetford’s Aqua-CleanTM or other
high grade, non-abrasive cleaner. DO NOT use highly
concentrated or high-acid content household cleaner, nor
those containing abrasive, such as cleaning or scouring
powder. These may damage the seals or the plastic parts
of the toilet.
Storage
A. Completelyevacuate unitasdescribed
under Operating Instructions.
B. Rell unit to bottom of bowl with
fresh water.
C. Add a cup (8oz./236.56 cc) of Aqua-
CleanTM.
D. Cycle three times by depressing ush
button for 10 seconds each.
E. Let stand a few minutes for cleaning
action.
F. Completely evacuate unit again.
Winter Use/Winterizing
For winter use, replace one-half of the charge water with
an approved RV anti-freeze. For winter storage, completely
evacuate unit.
Specifications
RV and Marine Models
Capacity: 6.2 Gallons (23.5 liters)
Model #24330 United States Coast Guard Certication
Number: 159.015/1804/0 (for inspected and uninspected
vessels).
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Thetford Corporation
Limited Three-Year Warranty
Warranty
Thetford Corporation warrants, to the original purchasers only,
that Electra-Magic toilets that are used for personal, family or
house-hold purposes are free from defects in material and work-
manship for a period of three years from the date of purchase.
All Thetford Corporation products that are placed in 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 judge-
ment of Thetford Corporation, have been subjected to misuse,
negligence,accident, fire,improperrepair,installationoranyother
unreasonable use. This warranty will be void if the identification
number or date of manufacture 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 RESPON-
SIBLE 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 MERCHANT-
ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE
LIMITED TO THREE (3) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE
FOR PRODUCTS USED FOR PERSONAL, FAMILY, OR HOUSE-
HOLD 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 that above limitations
may not apply to you.
Procedure for Warranty Claims
In the event of a defect during the warranty period, we recom-
mend that you contact Thetford at 1-800-521-3032 to receive
information on the closest Certified Service Center (CSC). Please
beadvisedthatmonetaryreimbursements fordefectiveproducts,
or any part of, 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.
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Thetford:
The Industry Leader
Thetford Corporation has been the world’s
leading manufacturer of RV sanitation
products and chemicals for more than 40
years.
A continuing commitment to high-quality
products, customer care, and development
of creative solutions has helped Thetford
establish a long list of industry-leading
innovations.
Aqua-Kem®, the number-one selling con-
centrated holding tank deodorant, anchors
Thetford’s comprehensive chemical line.
Powerful and effective, Aqua-Kem outsells
all of its competitors combined.
Thetford is also the world’s leading supplier
of both permanent and portable toilets.
Thetford’s line of low-water-use RV
toilets
is the most popular permanent toilet,
while
the Porta Potti® line – the rst two-
piece,
hand-carried portable toilet – remains
the
world’s top-seller.
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
(734-769-6000 in Michigan)
Thetford Sanitation Ltd.
2710 Slough St.
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L4T 1G3
905-671-0255
Aqua-Kem
®
, Aqua-Magic
®
and Porta Potti
®
are registered trademarks
of Thetford Corporation. Aqua-Clean
TM
is a trademark of Thetford
Corporation.
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