The Thetford Aqua Magic V toilet is a popular choice for RV owners due to its compact design and efficient flushing system. To better understand how this toilet works, it's helpful to have a diagram of its various parts. The diagram below provides a clear overview of the key components of the Thetford Aqua Magic V toilet mechanism. One of the central components of the Aqua Magic V toilet is the flush ball mechanism. This is responsible for sealing the toilet bowl and controlling the flow of water during flushing. The flush ball is connected to the foot pedal, which activates the flushing process when pressed down.
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The flush ball is connected to the foot pedal, which activates the flushing process when pressed down. Connected to the flush ball mechanism is the water valve. This valve controls the flow of water into the toilet bowl during flushing.
Pencil Review: Koh-i-noor Special “Magic” Color Pencil
After the article several weeks ago from the NY Times about the tools used by famous artists, I fell under the spell of the multi-colored colored pencil used by Milton Glaser. My friend Kirsten confirmed that Mr. Glaser really does use these pencils. He taught one of her graduate classes at the School of Visual Arts so she confirmed the story with some degree of authority. To say I’m jealous she saw his pencil handiwork in person would be understating things a bit.
It took awhile to find a dozen of these gems. I ended up buying them from a vendor on Amazon who was in Europe. The listing officially calls these pencils “Koh-i-noor Aristochrom Magic – 12 Pencils with Special Multicoloured Lead“. For the sake of ease, I refer to them as Koh-i-noor Magic Pencils. The box of one dozen was $14.50 plus $8 shipping which makes these pencils more expensive than Palomino Blackwings. But needs must, right?
The pencils came in a slightly mangled yellow box with the Koh-i-noor/Hardtmuth logos on the box. They had been shipped in nothing more than a kraft envelope so the mangling was a result of the postal system. The box isn’t anything special so the fact that all the pre-sharpened pencils were safe meant the box served its purpose.
This pencil was freshly sharpened using the KUM 2-step long point sharpener. Beautiful!
Inside were the dozen pencils I most coveted. The pencils are hexagonal with gold metallic paint and the only branding is ink jet onto one facet in black. The text includes “060”, a lengthy stock number and bar code, “Koh-i-noor” and “3400”. I wish the branding had been foil stamped onto the pencil instead of the super-cheap looking ink jet but these pencils are probably not very popular or produced in extremely large quantities so they don’t get as much attention as a traditional graphite or single color pencil.
The end of the pencil is shaped into a low profile cone shape and is not dipped. Its exposed natural wood. Its a weird detail that I’m not crazy about but the simple gold paint on the rest of the pencil makes up for the unusual treatment of the end. I’d love it if the end were dipped in a glossy black to give it a truly regal feel but there aren’t a lot of options for “magic” pencils so I’ll take what I can get.
The real reason I love these pencils is the three-color lead. Red, blue and yellow pigments are blended into the lead in small chunks so that, as the pencil is used, the color changes. The blue is a deep indigo blue and the red and yellow are pretty much primary colors. What I discovered over the last few weeks of using these pencils is that by turning the pencil a little bit as I’m using it, I can force lighter or darker colors to appear as I need them.
The composition of the pencil lead is definitely wax- or oil-based as it is not water soluble. This makes it easy to add other materials like watercolor paint, water-based markers, ink, or pen without blurring your linework. It also means that the marks don’t smudge, which is quite pleasant.
On regular paper (like my Rhodia test paper) the Magic pencil does not erase well. I suspect that on a primed surface like gesso, it might be easier to erase but for doodling and sketching, be prepared to leave the lines where they are. Loose-y and goose-y is the best way to enjoy these Magic pencils.
I know these pencils won’t appeal to everyone but I they are such wonderfully unique tools that I couldn’t resist sharing them.
On regular paper (like my Rhodia test paper) the Magic pencil does not erase well. I suspect that on a primed surface like gesso, it might be easier to erase but for doodling and sketching, be prepared to leave the lines where they are. Loose-y and goose-y is the best way to enjoy these Magic pencils.
When the foot pedal is pressed, the water valve opens, allowing water to enter the bowl and carry away waste. The Aqua Magic V toilet also features a bowl seal, which ensures a watertight seal between the toilet bowl and the flush ball mechanism. This seal prevents any leaks or odors from escaping the toilet bowl. Located on the underside of the toilet is the blade seal. This seal is responsible for preventing leaks at the base of the toilet and ensures that waste is directed into the holding tank. Finally, the Thetford Aqua Magic V toilet includes a waste tank, where all waste is stored until it can be properly disposed of. The waste tank is accessed through a removable cap, making it easy to empty and clean. In summary, the Thetford Aqua Magic V toilet mechanism consists of several important parts, including the flush ball mechanism, water valve, bowl seal, blade seal, and waste tank. These components work together to ensure efficient and reliable flushing in an RV toilet..
Reviews for "Inside the Thetford Aqua Magic V toilet: A comprehensive diagram of the mechanism's parts"
1. John - 1 star - I recently purchased the Thetford aqua magic v toilet and I have been nothing but disappointed with it. The mechanism parts diagram provided with the toilet was confusing and incomplete. It was difficult to understand which parts went where, and when I finally managed to put everything together, the toilet still didn't work properly. The flushing mechanism constantly got jammed and the water didn't flow properly. Overall, it was a frustrating experience and I wouldn't recommend this product to anyone.
2. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for the Thetford aqua magic v toilet, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The parts diagram provided with the toilet was not detailed enough and left me guessing which parts were which. Even after consulting the diagram and following the instructions carefully, I couldn't get the toilet to work properly. The flushing mechanism was faulty and the water did not flow smoothly. It was a disappointment as I had expected better quality and functionality from this brand.
3. Mark - 1 star - The Thetford aqua magic v toilet mechanism parts diagram was a nightmare to work with. It was poorly labeled and the diagrams were so small and blurry that it was nearly impossible to decipher which parts were which. I ended up spending several frustrating hours trying to assemble the toilet, only to realize that I had done it incorrectly and had to start over. Even after properly assembling it, the flushing mechanism was unreliable and would get stuck frequently. I definitely regret purchasing this toilet and would not recommend it to anyone who values ease of use and clear instructions.
4. Jessica - 2 stars - I found the Thetford aqua magic v toilet mechanism parts diagram to be confusing and not user-friendly at all. The drawings were unclear and it was difficult to determine which parts went where. I had to constantly refer to the diagram and double-check my work, and even then, the toilet didn't work properly. The flushing mechanism would often get stuck, and the water pressure was not consistent. Overall, I was disappointed with this product and would not purchase it again.