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    Posted: 25 Oct 2015 at 7:37pm
I removed that note when I recently revised the instructions, and several others due to changes since it was first written.  Thanks for the update.
Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Thanks for the winterization checklist. The Rpod manual had me lost, but your list was clear and easy to follow. One thing I did find....you made a note that the pump for the 171 is located with the water heater. We have a 2015 model and the pump is located behind the panel that is below the water heat and pump switches. Very easy to get to. 
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I wish I could take credit for the idea, but I got it from the forum. So many good ideas here & on the R-Pod Owners Facebook page. I am a tinker & piddler so every day I read all of the new posts on both sites & copy down the ideas for more mods & add them to my To Do List.
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Thanks, great idea Rob with the piano hinges. I'll definitely have to get that mod done soon. Sure will make accessing the items under the bed much easier.
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our 179 has the same location but i can get to it by unscrewing and lifting the plywood under the mattress.decided to leave it unscrewed, that way if locked out i could worm my way in through the outside storage hatch and up through the bed.wouldn't be fun but would be doable
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Actually there are 3 valves that must be turned to bypass the water heater. They are located under the bed. If you are facing the front of the Pod they will be on the left side. In the storage area under the bed there is an access panel next to the furnace grille. You will have to lay on your belly but once the panel is removed the valves and intake hose for the antifreeze will be just behind the panel. 

One of my mods was to put piano hinges on the plywood that supports the mattress so now I can just lift the bed to have easy access to the water pump, water heater, bypass valves, etc.
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The bypass is under the bed right near the furnace and hot water heater.. Unfortunate mine is near the front wall of the POD. I had to take the complete plywood base for the bed out. In the future I'll definitely find an easier way to get to it.

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Hi
Can anyone tell me where the hot water by pass valve is in the Rpod 179?
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Where do I find the Winterization checklist?
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