Does the Valterra EZ Valve Electric Waste Valve for RV Black Water Tank Continuously Draw When Open

Updated 04/17/2025 | Published 04/15/2025

Question:

does the valterra electric easy valve continue to draw current while it is open? This could be problematic if it drains battery while it is open and then it will not close. thanks Jeff

asked by: Jeff

Expert Reply:

Hi Jeff,

Great question! The Valterra Easy Valve # E40B-8 is designed to be energy efficient, it only draws power while it’s actively opening or closing. That process usually takes just a few seconds. Once the valve reaches either the fully open or fully closed position, it stops drawing current thanks to built-in limit switches. So, even if the valve is left open, it won’t keep pulling power and draining your battery. That means you won’t run into a situation where the battery dies just because the valve was left open. As long as there’s power available when you need to operate it, you’re good to go!

Let me know if you need anything else, happy to help! Do you have any fun trips planned in the near future?

expert reply by: Kate F