Waste Valve for Black Tank Will Open But Not Close with Handle

Updated 04/29/2019 | Published 04/25/2019

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Valterra Bladex Waste Valve Body for RV Black Water Tank - Plastic Handle - 3" Diameter

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$25.78

Valterra Bladex Waste Valve Body for RV Black Water Tank - Aluminum Handle - 3" Diameter

(717)

$23.75

Question:

Hi, my pull lever works just fine for opening the black tank. However, it does not work to close it and I have to grab the silver cylinder on the valve and push it manually with my hand. Is there a reason it works one direction and not the other? Its functional but would be nicer if I could operate it completely by the handle. Thanks,

asked by: Buffie

Expert Reply:

It sounds like the linkage inside the waste valve might have become disconnected. I would first check to make sure the metal rod is tight inside the body and to the handle but aside from this I don't really have any repair procedures for this. If you can give me a bit more information as to what waste valve you have (make/model) I can call the manufacturer and see if they have any advice otherwise your best option would be to just replace the valve. For this we have the Valterra Bladex Waste Valve Body for RV Black Water Tank part # T1003VP which comes with a plastic handle or the Valterra Bladex Waste Valve Body for RV Black Water Tank part # T1003VPM which comes with a metal handle. These are pretty easy to replace and fairly inexpensive so this is most likely your best option. If you have a different type of waste valve just let me know.

expert reply by: Conner L