Possible leak at front on Hymer B544

[jolly]

Hi all, well what a good start. (Had a good handover but could not remember everything). We could not find the electrics, found them. Hubby was doing something and I think possibly brake fluid came out at front in the middle and then water came gushing out at the back (possibly from the boiler. We were going to take it away for the weekend this coming weekend but I guess not. There is so much too remember (and me being a lady - not) could only remember the basics. Anyone live near the north east of England who would be able to help. Your answers are much appreciated as would love to book this weekend and actually take it out as have not been away for over 15 years due to commitments etc.

 

[Landy Andy]

Put some pics up of the things you have problems with.

 

[jolly]

I will try but it is not leaking now so not sure what happened and now no water. It was immaculate when we got it but due to covid I have done a thorough clean inside. Hubby is going to look at it later so again will try and take photos. So much to learn. Thank you

 

[BusyBuilder]

Year of moho would help too

Without being rude, your post makes no sense

 

[pandas]

yes a clearer idea of the location would help.
If you are talking about inside the middle locker on the near side it could be two things. Based on a 2012 B544
1. A blue round knob that you turn anti clockwise to empty the water from the boiler (approx 10 L) Empty the water after trip or to prevent frost damage when not in use. Also bleeds the boiler when you fill it once emptied.
2. In the same area a lozenge shaped knob on top of a rectangular vertical small box, cigarette sized, turn either way - inline with the box releases the water from the water tank, turn perpendicular and it stops the water. It’s usual position. This is a frost override gismo.
If it not - no idea what it is without more clarity.
Tried looking at the manual?

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[Spriddler]

Hubby was doing something and I think possibly brake fluid came out at front in the middle and then water came gushing out at the back (possibly from the boiler.

Gissa clue; what 'something' was he doing?
Was it brake fluid or not?

We could not find the electrics, found them.

I'm afraid the info in your post is rather too vague to understand.

Can you not ask the seller from whom you bought it?

 

[jolly]

I have not a clue what he was doing - We will probably ring the seller up. Oh well this weekend away as a Newbie probably won't happen until we find out what we are doing. So much to learn. I do know the fluid from the front was black and it has marked the drive, that is it. I am a lady after all with no experience of either filling up a car which I drive occasionally LOL

 

[Wagoneer]

If it's an older model, with the vertical cylindrical hot water boiler, look for the drain-down valve which has a mushroom shaped plunger (think it's red). This should be in the up position. If it's dropped down it will drain all the water from the boiler. A temporary fix is to use a clothes peg to retain it in the UP position. Once the boiler has heated up, the plunger should remain in the UP position and the clothes peg removed.

The drain-down valve is a safety device to prevent water freezing in the boiler. It normally kicks in when the air temperature around the boiler is less than +5C.

 

[androidGB]

I have not a clue what he was doing - We will probably ring the seller up. Oh well this weekend away as a Newbie probably won't happen until we find out what we are doing. So much to learn. I do know the fluid from the front was black and it has marked the drive, that is it. I am a lady after all with no experience of either filling up a car which I drive occasionally LOL

If it was black I would assume it was old engine oil, you only have to look directly above to see where it came from. If it was brake fluid it should be a much lighter (less viscous) fluid, again location could be a clue.

 

[Spriddler]

I have not a clue what he was doing - .............I am a lady after all with no experience of either filling up a car which I drive occasionally LOL

Frankly, and I really don't intend this to be rude, but it's rather difficult to determine the cause of your concern(s) and offer practical help when the info is being communicated second hand by someone who isn't actually hands-on with the problem(s).
I would certainly take it back to the seller or phone for clarification.
On the bright side, at least you haven't encountered these issues whilst on a remote pitch miles from home.

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[jolly]

Thank you for your replies. Hey spriddler I do not think you are being rude at all as I have no clue and neither has hubby. We will contact the seller and phone for clarification. Yes on the bright side we were not away and if we do it will only be an hour from where we live just in case. We cannot go away as it will not be taxed until the 1st September.

Again thank you all for your help.

 

[Spriddler]

Yup, it's quite a steep learning curve, especially if you're not familiar with dabbling in mechanical and electrical gubbins.
However, it's not a black art and you'll be fine once you've learned the basics and you'll get plenty of help on here. The Hymer is a good choice of m/h and you'll soon be on your way to adventures.

 

[jolly]

It is certainly a steep learning curve. I doubt we will get away this weekend though but never mind it will have to be the weekend after next as we look after the grandchildren every other weekend and particularly do not want to take them with us until hubby is confident. It is lovely on the inside. I am still quite nervous and excited at the same time. We will be patient and look forward to the day we do set off. We still have to buy all the stuff for inside etc but won't be taking much as we will learn as we go.

Thank you for your support everyone

 

[BusyBuilder]

Try 1 or 2 nights in it whilst its still on the drive, then first few nights away on sites, incase you have any problems.

 

[jolly]

I suggested that to my husband but he was not too keen LOL. I might do that with one of the grandchildren next weekend if we are not going away.

Gosh you are all so kind to the newbies on here. I do know we need a kettle, toaster and some plastic plates and bedding from the house. At least we have plenty of bedding, that is one thing. Mind just noticed we do not have a fire extinguisher in the MH, is that legal.

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[denisejoe]

jolly - we don't use plastic plates in the MH we bought some tempered glass ones from IKEA @50p a piece; bought dinner plates, side plates & bowls. They're just plain white so easily replaceable if any get broken, although they seem to be very strong and it's far nicer to eat off these than plastic. We also use china mugs and proper glasses.

For the time being I'd just use stuff from the house until you know what you actually need. I noticed you said you need a kettle (I assume you mean electric?) and toaster but you can only use these if you are on a site with hook up. Far better to buy a kettle which you can use on the hob so that once you are a bit more experienced and decide to camp without electric hook up you won't need to buy another kettle!

Good luck with sorting out whatever the problems turn out to be.

 

[Jamesh]

How about getting a freindly mobile mechanic to pop round and diagnose the issue.

Probably a perished hose or jubilee clip.

Cheers James

 

[jolly]

Gosh you are all so good and informative. I have emailed someone but it is bank holiday. I will use what we have in the house. We will be using electric hook up until we feel comfortable and get used to it. Hubby outside cleaning the top and sides etc. Grass needs cutting etc but he is happy so won’t moan and before anyone says to get off my backside and cut the lawns the lawnmower is too heavy for me to use and I am not strong enough to get it going. You are all so lovely I took a picture of him cleaning the top lol

 

[Snoopy]

Hi and welcome , yes can be very daunting, take your time, even sleep on the drive overnight lots of info and as you have experienced, people always willing to help, you will both get familiar with things, use things from home, before you spend on things you may not need or use.

 

[jolly]

All the forum are so knowledgeable and experienced. The MH is coming up on the outside absolutely lovely. The inside is looking good too. Hubby busy still cleaning it in the rain LOL but he is happy and proud of it. Once we get a few things sorted out, hopefully this week I will book somewhere very near to try it out and I think it is good idea to sleep in it for a night but hubby won't. He is looking forward to taking it out.

Thank you all again for your advice and help.

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[Spriddler]

Mind just noticed we do not have a fire extinguisher in the MH, is that legal.

It's not illegal but advisable as quick action can prevent a small fire becoming a disaster. However, I'd never 'fight' a fire in my motorhome but get out pdq if it had got a hold. Mine's just inside the hab door near the cooker so that I could grab it as I jump out and deal with the fire from outside more or less by leaning in.

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I started off with ordinary china and glass kitchen stuff from home that I've transferred from my sailing boat and that's what I still use donkey's years (30+) later.
If hubby fancies a few days away, do it. After all, you won't be going to the moon so what's the worse that can happen? There are shops everywhere if you're stuck for a tin opener or whatever and others on a site will almost certainly be happy to help you out.
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Yep, stock up the m/h stuff on a 'need to have' basis. Many of us have essentials gathering dust in our sheds.

 

[jolly]

Hubby would like a fire extinguisher to be on the safe side - excuse the pun. There is a fire blanket in. I will just take some old stuff with us when we eventually get away.

Again thank you all for your replies.

 

[I2C]

If you need a fire extinguisher this is a good thread to check out what people recommend : https://www.motorhomefun.co.uk/foru...in-which-ones-funsters-have-purchased.240801/

 

[jolly]

I will check them out tomorrow but thank you so much