Where is my Glycol Tank

LHough
LHough Posts: 3
in Heating/Plumbing & Winterizing
I have a 2014 T@b.  I can't see the glycol tank anywhere. 

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  • Verna
    Verna Posts: 6,876
    If you have the inside kitchen shower model, the glycol reservoir should be in the rear driver’s side under the long shelf board. You’ll need a #2 square drive screwdriver or bit to remove the screw holding the board in place.  The minimum and maximum lines are angled on the left back corner.  Use a Sharpie to highlight the lines and use a small mirror to check the level. 

    If you have the CS-S (Clamshell shower) model, it will behind the cargo door behind the toilet. The Sharpie and mirror tip apply here, also. 
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
    Towed by a white 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab, 3.5L V6 Ecoboost “The Truck”
  • LHough
    LHough Posts: 3
    I don't have an inside shower and I don't have a Clamshell either.  Thanks for trying to help.
  • Verna
    Verna Posts: 6,876
    Which model do you have?
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
    Towed by a white 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab, 3.5L V6 Ecoboost “The Truck”
  • driftless
    driftless Posts: 135
    We have a 2014 T@b Q, inside kitchen, no bath, and the glycol reservoir is where Verna has indicated.  See photo.


    Happy Trails,
    Phil & Anita - Driftless: 2018 T@B 400/2015 Ford Explorer 

  • norwood
    norwood Posts: 63
      Noob question. I have the same model and am wondering if the Alde is a closed loop glycol system that can be operated on heat mode only when the water tanks are drained (winterized)? Would like to have heat when boondocking In winter. What are settings on 3010 with slide controls?
    Dennis and Mary Jo
    North Carolina
    2015 T@b Max Q

  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Posts: 10,035
    norwood, your cabin heat via the glycol loop can be operated all the time - in camping season when using hot water and after you winterize and have a drained Alde Hot Water Tank.  

    Sliders left to right - A, F, I then adjust temp with knob.  Do you have the Alde 3010 Manual?  It has a picture of the control and directions.  

    http://www.alde.se/usa/support/manuals-downloads/manuals/
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • norwood
    norwood Posts: 63
    @sam thanks for the info. No, I didn’t have the manual, but I do now! I am cautious about pushing buttons and turning knobs until I know what I’m doing. 
    Dennis and Mary Jo
    North Carolina
    2015 T@b Max Q

  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Posts: 10,035
    Understood.  Some of the explanation in the manual is obtuse.  Took me multiple readings and using other sources to figure it all out.
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • Homebodyatheart
    Homebodyatheart Posts: 2,518
    @norwood it is also helpful to be half contortionist!  =)
    2017 T@B 320 Max S silver and cherry red, L@dybug ("Bug" aka my esc@pe pod), TV 2015 Toyota Highlander aka Big Red
  • Verna
    Verna Posts: 6,876
    A small mirror helps
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
    Towed by a white 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab, 3.5L V6 Ecoboost “The Truck”
  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Posts: 4,437
    edited December 2017
    :lol:@Verna, Is the small mirror for seein' what yer face looks like while yer doin' the "contortionist" moves @Homebodyatheart mentioned? :rofl: Oh, for the hard to see places.......got it. =)
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • Ratkity
    Ratkity Posts: 3,770
    It's called T@B yoga! Discovered by people whose lid on their bin doesn't stay up in a windy cold night at 3am and they have to change out their empty propane tank!
    2017 820R Retro Toy Hauler from 2015 Tabitha T@B from 2009 Reverse LG Teardrop (but a T@Bluver at heart)
  • dsfdogs
    dsfdogs Posts: 641
    Can someone tell me where the reservoir is for the 2018 320 S? I don't see anything in the hatch behind the toilet. Thank you.
    Debbie in Oregon
    Sold 2023 Tab 400
    Sold 2018 T@B 320S

  • Verna
    Verna Posts: 6,876
    @dsfdogs, driver’s side rear panel. You will need a #2 square drive (Robertson screw) to remove the screws.  There is a recent photo here of where it is. Do a search of reservoir and you should come up with the photo.
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
    Towed by a white 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab, 3.5L V6 Ecoboost “The Truck”

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