Hi everyone,
This is our 5th year as Eribists (1999 Triton 420), previously we have always been wholly reliant on the site facilities and used the washroom for storage only but - supposing we eventually have some camping trips out this year we are planning to use the loo (for overnight no 1s only) . Hubby has already grabbed and played the "bad back" card so it will fall to me to carry out the requisite tasks associated with this change of policy. Is this likely to be as bad as I imagine or is it a straightforward task to empty the cassette and do whatever other tasks are necessary - any dire warnings or any other advice on this subject gratefully received

We use a 14 litre bucket with lid. Pour it down the appropriate waste disposal point and there is usually a water hose there to rinse out. As usual I've no idea about your posh stuff though.

Two points to consider when emptying the waste tank. Put the large green cap well away from the disposal point. There must be hundreds of these caps in septic tanks around the campsites!

Flush the tank a couple of times with the hose provided but don't shake the cassette too rigorously. There is a float mechanism inside which is relatively easy to dislodge or even break. It's then a rather unpleasant job putting it back in place.

For our holiday booked for August we are planning to use the toilet tent and the potti exclusively, as the site (small, family run) has already said they won't be opening the showers or toilets. I'm hoping for the best but expecting the worst lol. However we've used the green stuff for 'overnights' before and can also recommend. Alcohol gel will be your friend, you never know what's been on that hose. Also, there's often an 'air inlet valve' to press as you empty.

Thank you all, the bucket and chuck it is the simplest approach for sure but we are going to try the washroom facilities, thanks Colin for all the information, hoping we can get camping soon

Great tips from you all, such a wealth of experience on this forum

I wonder why showers and toilets pose a risk. I presume everyone washes their hands for 20 seconds in both, and normally you are on your own or at least with a close family member.

Steve (and Debbie 🚿)

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One important thing to remember! When emptying your waste tank don’t forget to press the button at the end to let the air in. You don’t want any blow backs, by the way they’re not that heavy and if the tank has no wheels, a folding suit case carrier is ideal for transporting the tank and a waste water container. When you add your Elsan add a little water too.

Thetford porta potti on the way for us. This is possibly the most unthrilling thing I've ever bought.

Yes, who would have thought that all of us "cool" Eriba campers would be reduced to such a prosaic subject. Very encouraged by this thread, planning to give the triton's facilities a plain water run with my son to make sure I know where everything goes and make sure everything is working before we go. Eriba camping is so good it makes up for the dark zone!!!

If anyone wants portapotty we have three, all unused, all bought for Puck or trailer tent. One is bucket with lid and seat, one is Thetford cassette, one is using disposable bags. Manchester area. Free to anyone who wants them. Collect or you pay delivery.

Ooh I would like the Thetford cassette, if it is still available! I have sent you a pm.

Ralph

It's yours ,have sent pm