How to Empty a Thetford Toilet Cassette | Cleaning and Maintenance

[@LiveforTravel]

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[@stevebennett6727]

Been doing the toilet emptying for over 30 years. Best advice I can give anyone is if you get splashback on your lip make sure you wipe and not lick 😂

[@LiveforTravel]

That would be sound advice 😂

[@poupsnupe9586]

Couldn’t find a beter man to explain me how to handle my poo! Great instructions

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for watching and your support

[@Vietnamjohn77]

I’m at the tipping point of buying a motorhome. It’s the toilet empty process that’s holding me back . Thank you for the video

[@LiveforTravel]

I think it’s just got to be that you will spend 5 minutes every 2-4 days doing it. Really isn’t an issue once you have done so a few times but understand it’s not something we do for the fun of it. All the best with your future van.

[@CamperVanya]

What great guidance for moho/camper newbies. The toilet is something you really do need to get right! 👍🏻

[@LiveforTravel]

Although I had to consider titles like “how to use the toilet?” Which kind of hopefully is what everyone knows 😂 Thanks Sue. Take care.

[@ellie9791]

Thank you so much! That was an excellent cassette toilet how to empty video. I now understand how to use mine.

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for watching and happy to hear it was helpful.

[@terripinan1876]

Thank you yet again. I am new to this motor home thing, and our vids are taking the mystery out of it

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks. We are all learning. Thanks for your support.

[@carlhinton6577]

First time out in a camper next week.Thanks for the tips.

[@LiveforTravel]

Great. We wish you many happy travels with your new van (whether new or new to you).

[@dominicshannon9338]

Thank you for this video. As a brand new motorhome owner it was just what I needed.

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for your feedback.

[@lexidoeslooms]

Thanks very much for this video.. 😊

[@LiveforTravel]

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[@nobbytart27]

Been camper vaning for years but total noob at this Thetford malarky, thanks very much great video

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for watching and your lovely feedback.

[@dimitrabouzalas3090]

Thank you, your explanation was very clear and it has been a reassuring for being clear about each of the steps.

[@LiveforTravel]

That’s great. Thanks for watching and your feedback.

[@AB-bf9ne]

You learn quick when it goes wrong though 😅

[@dismaldog]

Finally someone that does not unscrew cap over the dump point,i hear of so many people dropping it in there!.Ours in Australia are quite large openings so even heard of the slide mechanism dropping in as well-pretty expensive boo boo.

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks. I bet many have lost them.

[@yanco55]

Great video mate. Perfect. Learnt everything I need for a new motorhome Cassette. Thank you so much

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for watching and your feedback.

[@AlanEyre-g1m]

Pair of gloves is my first action.

[@Nolaughingmatter23]

@@AlanEyre-g1m I'd wear a mask also.

[@barryelstone2992]

Nice to see a sensible video showing how to empty the cassette, watched one a while ago by a popular motor home owner that was quite disgusting, the toilet and cassette area were vile and he had the cheek to wear gloves beside the fact that he did it totally wrong. You may have seen it. Not sure about putting toilet tissue seperate as we have never had a problem and use the same tissue as at home, but each to their own way if it works.

[@LiveforTravel]

I can’t possibly think of who that might be… thanks for watching and your feedback.

[@organic527]

another practical,informative and helpful video.

[@adventure.cam.]

This is so informative and useful, thank you for sharing!

[@LiveforTravel]

Thank you for watching and your great feedback.

[@roxburd]

Brilliant - informative and funny. Nice one.

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks. Appreciate the feedback.

[@jeffstonr9792]

beginner so brilliant video, thx

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for your feedback 👍

[@peterdrury8859]

Yeah great that good advice for when we get our van in a year or do👌

[@LiveforTravel]

Thank you.

[@mikebravek3771]

Very good information

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for watching and your feedback.

[@fin1964]

Great review

[@MrSoulman74]

I've been living full time in mine for three years, always put the toilet paper into the cassette, never had a blockage, never press the vent button when it's lower then the spout if you do you will get a shitty hand.

[@LiveforTravel]

@@MrSoulman74 thanks for the comment

[@troykiff6837]

Thank you for the informative video

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for watching and the feedback.

[@richardgronow1658]

Thanks man

[@jamieh2239]

very helpful. Our first MH trip is coming up so look forward to all these "how to" videos :)

[@LiveforTravel]

Thank you. Many happy future memories in your Motorhome trips.

[@saifalislam4104]

really helpfull thanks

[@paulstarr6818]

Good detailed video, i dont think i’d like to put the used tissue in a bag though.

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks. I do get it with the tissues but we get rid of them as soon as possible.

[@AndreasEUR]

I have to admit something. I was thinking about something you said about the flap open, while I argued against it being closed while doing ones business. I must admit it's way easier with it open while business is taking place, and use less water. Only water needed to rinse/flush paper. 👍👍

[@LiveforTravel]

Agree 👍

[@AndreasEUR]

@@LiveforTravel but I still close it between uses. Ie, when done rinse and close the flap. (Otherwise the fan would be on)

[@LiveforTravel]

We don’t have the fancy one 😁

[@AndreasEUR]

@@LiveforTravel mine looks aftermarket. There's a hole in the emptying thingie, and it annoys me a bit. I can't just throw the cassette in the back of my Prius and drive off.

[@martinbatley9512]

Just a quickie about paper in the cassette, we use the aquachem blue concentrate and Thetford paper and so far find the paper breaks down enough so as not to be a problem. Like you I tend to use a weaker mix than recommended because I tend to empty it each morning in case we go off in the MH.

[@LiveforTravel]

That’s good 👍 many people have different opinions from none to normal paper. Thanks for watching and your comment.

[@andrewdarby8827]

Out 2021 imala has removable wheels on our cassette, I know this because with the speed of a spider I caught one of them before I lost it in the disposal point.

[@LiveforTravel]

That made me laugh… not at the thought that something had broken or come off; but your way of saying “the speed of a spider.” Yes I can imagine the disposal points have many deceased caps, wheels etc.

[@andrewdarby8827]

@@LiveforTravel spiders are ALWAYS alert and READY :-)

[@carolburrows2392]

NIce job!!

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks

[@richardcope3850]

Great video, I didn't learn anything but was curious. We've had Motorhomes, campervans and caravans for best part of twenty years and emptied many, many cassettes. People cringe and shy away from this but it's basic human nature stuff! I guess having three small children I've seen a lot worse nappies!!! We even use a small amount of Thetford toilet paper (or similar) and never have any problems (tempts fate!). My tip is take your time, be methodical and follow good hygiene practices and you'll be fine.

[@LiveforTravel]

Great advice. I actually don’t mind either. I think the modern cassette makes it about as convenient and clean as possible. Thanks for watching and your comments.

[@chrissey663]

Hi Paul very good video, i watch all your videos even tho im no newbe, we stopped putting paper into our cassette along time ago to, the chemicals have a big enough job as it is without breaking down paper too, so thanks again see you on the next one. Ps Alice is growing fast x

[@LiveforTravel]

Haha. Thank you. Yes we think it best to keep paper away from the cassette completely. Alice is growing up fast which must mean I am growing old fast. Alice is currently 9 but thinks she is 19 😊 Thank you for your continued support.

[@modestadventurers]

I never knew there was a float to clean 😮

[@LiveforTravel]

Yes and we are also learning all the time.

[@carolynandcocohaywood2638]

Excellent than you.

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for watching.

[@danielgomessilva8966]

Eating a Kebab while watching 🎉

[@LiveforTravel]

👍😂

[@danielgomessilva8966]

@@LiveforTravel 🤦🤷😂😂😂 Cheers. Thx for video

[@zeenath5830]

Was useful as a 1st comer to c how it worked. Can i do it, just not sure yet lol

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks. All the best 👍

[@zeenath5830]

Very interesting

[@xfire7]

Didn't know about the vent button or cleaning the float !

[@LiveforTravel]

We are all learning all the time 😊

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

@@LiveforTravel I am in a rental camper. You cleaned the float. What’s the knob on the other side do?

[@LiveforTravel]

@@thereissomecoolstuff automatic pressure relief vent. www.thetford-europe.com/api/v1/DocumentTranslation/13/ContentDownload?h=C220_UM_EN_200703_0918-V04.pdf

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

@@LiveforTravel thanks. I couldn’t find anything about it. So far so good. I much prefer it to a black tank.

[@AndreasEUR]

Nice video, not agreeing on all but otherwise nice video 👍👍

[@LiveforTravel]

Thanks for watching and your comments.

[@timothylinn]

Cassette-style toilets are less common in the US. It would have never occurred to me to empty it before driving. My truck camper uses the holding tank style and the idea of emptying it every time we drive somewhere seems like a real hassle since we are constantly moving.

[@LiveforTravel]

The vans here tend to be like this. And the cassette is relatively small so you empty it quite often.

[@AndreasEUR]

3:22 never push the button while holding it in that orientation. Always start emptying then press button or you will have poopy-hands.

[@jimharrop9818]

For Christ's sake, I've been doing mine without a clue that the pipe rotates, can't believe I could have avoided the times it's gone so wrong 😂😂

[@hestonpfheffer1299]

Cheers 🍻

[@pw9133]

There are additives to use that help break down tp. I wouldn't fancy putting tp into a bag. Kind of defeats the whole purpose.

[@alberttickle1106]

I use disposable gloves every empty....but that's just me 😅😅

[@LiveforTravel]

I understand the reasoning with that ☺️

[@markchapman9468]

Oops your cable is underneath the van! PS I don't have any problems with this but you said in the video 2 days ago that you didn't do this! ;-)

[@LiveforTravel]

Haha. We were very aware that we had previously left some cable under the van and this particular video was filmed at Ferry Meadows in June. When we researched the video for EHU we decided that although the cable is not coiled, and never has been as I run the cable through the cable tidy to prevent me having to put it away in the garage or blowing away, the advice we read up on for the video said it was best to not have it underneath. Therefore all future videos will indeed follow the advice we are now aware of. Thanks for watching.

[@equalizer7543]

One obvious point missed, 'Keep Your Mouth Closed' while emptying, ive seen this happen a few times at CWD Points.

[@LiveforTravel]

We all learn from mistakes but that is one I would prefer to avoid.

[@timothylinn]

This is a pro tip if I've ever seen one!

[@pamcullen537]

Surely leaving the trap open all the while would stink the van out 🤔😖🦆💕

[@LiveforTravel]

We can only say what we find personally. We use the correct chemical and empty as appropriate.

[@StephSancia]

I've been full time only 6 months in my 2010 bailey pageant 2 berth but try this with flap open get about four pieces of loo paper all together and gently place above open hatch with back of fingers so as to seal the hole and if you are good you'll manage to do it without touching the loose sides. the next person just goes directly on top of the previous paper and they once again put three or four pieces of loo paper directly over the open flap just to seal the air in. It mostly works for me but then again it's just me and my little Jack Russell Buddy. Have a fantastic week

[@LiveforTravel]

A good and really simple idea. Thanks for your comment.

[@kaysmith6297]

Gloves? And that hose that is handled by everyone after being inside a sewer opening is so disgusting! No!!!

[@LiveforTravel]

A valid point.

[@conchscooter]

Is it? Do you wear gloves every time you use the toilet in the first place?

[@kaysmith6297]

@@conchscooter That's an irrelevant question. I do not put my hands down into the toilet after hundreds of others have used same which is what a dump station gives you the opportunity to do without gloves.

[@takeiteasy7062]

@@kaysmith6297 so would you wear a mask too and an apron, even goggles because of back splash. Just asking as I feel like gagging at the thought of touching something others have touched before me with their bare hands. I wouldn't say I'm a germaphobe, and I don't judge others, as long as I feel I've protected myself I wouldn't impose my opinion on somebody else. That's their business. Am I over reacting?!!!

[@ودق-ط6ذ]

Does the motor let you know when it needs emptying?

[@LiveforTravel]

Yes

[@paulisakson3221]

I think I'm missing something--why would you ever leave the valve open when not in use? Wouldn't it always be better to close it?

[@LiveforTravel]

If we close the valve each time we have used the toilet we have to remember to open it every time too. By opening the valve when arriving on site and only closing the valve before we leave negates the chance of someone using the toilet with the valve shut.

[@paulisakson3221]

@@LiveforTravel I see--so it's just to prevent accidents. Thank you :)

[@LiveforTravel]

@@paulisakson3221 no problem. That’s exactly it 😁

[@AndreasEUR]

@@LiveforTravel you close the valves BEFORE you use it :) then fill a little water, then do your business and then open to let it go down there. And then close it again of course. In mine a fan turns on when opened.

[@LiveforTravel]

By doing that a little bit of waste could be pulled between the seal. We are fine leaving it open.

[@elpresidente8730]

My least favourite aspect of caravaning/ MH-ing. I am a leave the flap open but put the lid down kinda guy. I always empty the cassette before moving even if its just minimal contents. I do that just to keep the habit which is probably not a bad habit to have..

[@LiveforTravel]

Yes we do empty regularly or at least before it is full.

[@leni1024]

👍You must be the only guy on the planet putting the lid down. Well done!

[@LiveforTravel]

I accept 😁 Now where should I collect my reward 😂

[@RickandHeather]

Also, the Grammar Police would like to have a word about the apostrophe in dos.

[@LiveforTravel]

Like you I don’t care (or dont care 😂) but actually they are individual do (s) and don’t (s) on the video www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/dos-and-donts

[@marthacunningham2028]

Does the chemical turn everything to liquid?

[@LiveforTravel]

Not completely.

[@Chafflives]

Dare I say we have an SOG ?

[@LiveforTravel]

Do dare indeed 😁

[@annhardy6118]

Does anyone know why the red light stays on all the time even when the cassette is empty and even when I take the cassette out the red light still stays on . Any ideas will be very grateful

[@LiveforTravel]

If the float is stuck it would need to be removed and then washed under a tap.

[@motormouthalmighty]

a plastic face shield might be useful!

[@LiveforTravel]

@@motormouthalmighty good suggestion

[@motormouthalmighty]

@@LiveforTravel top man!superb video!

[@garywheeley5108]

Run the tap while you empty it ..

[@LiveforTravel]

Is that an instruction or a suggestion…

[@garywheeley5108]

@@LiveforTravel suggestion

[@LiveforTravel]

@@garywheeley5108 thanks for the suggestion

[@simonm1528]

Get a bidot toilet seat!

[@LiveforTravel]

Why?!

[@simonm1528]

@@LiveforTravel No need for toilet paper. Won't clog the cassette.

[@RickandHeather]

🍩🤎💩great “job” mate!

[@LiveforTravel]

Cake…… yes please.