Description
Review this item in the context of the repair, installation access, nearby parts, and the result the completed job is intended to achieve.
| Brand | Flojet |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Material | Plastic |
| Style | Portable |
| Product Dimensions | 13″L x 12″W x 6″H |
| Power Source | 12V DC |
| Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
| Maximum Flow Rate | 9 Gallons Per Minute |
| Voltage | 12 Volts (DC) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00042237109958 |
| Manufacturer | Flojet |
| UPC | 042237109958 |
| Model | Flojet Portable Self-Priming RV Macerator Waste Pump Kit – 12V |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | 18555000A |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Exterior | Smooth |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 18555000A |
| OEM Part Number | 18555000A |
| Special Features | Marine Accessories |
Upgrade your RV or camper’s waste management with the Flojet 18555000A Macerator Pump—designed for speed, convenience, and reliability. This powerful 12V pump can empty a 30-gallon tank in under three minutes, replacing bulky 3″ sewer hoses with a compact 3/4″ garden hose connection for easier handling and storage. Built with a stainless steel macerator, it grinds waste down to 1/8″ particles, minimizing clogs and ensuring smooth flow. Ideal for outdoor and RV enthusiasts, the pump is self-priming and suited for intermittent duty use, delivering up to 9 gallons per minute through a fully enclosed motor. The included rinse and back-wash valve allows for thorough cleaning, while the carry case adds portability. A remote on/off switch with a 6′ wire harness offers convenient operation, perfect for both portable and semi-permanent setups. Operating at a maximum of 16.5 amps, the Flojet macerator pump handles typical RV wastewater with ease—though it’s not intended for non-organic solids like rags or wipes. Compact, powerful, and easy to use, it streamlines waste disposal so you can enjoy your travels with less mess and hassle. Take the stress out of tank emptying and focus on the adventure ahead.
MawMaw Jones –
Bought the Flojet 18555000A Portable Waste Pump for my new camper knowing there are times I can’t get to my dump station or the clean-out in the back yard .. well over 100 feet … but I have a bathroom in my garage that’s 60 feet …bought a 3/4 inch 75 foot hose designated for just this purpose … put it all together my self and hooked it up ..worked like a charm for about 3-4 minutes … all of a sudden it quit … thought it was my connections were bad so I redid the splices just to be sure … still not working ..so I checked the fuse in the handle .. ok changed the fuse ..instant blow ..humm ok new fuse ..again blowing all my fuses ..humm.. take everything apart ..what a mess cleaned and flushed with bleach … looked in the end of the pump and who would of guessed .. a screw caught behind the blade .. boy was I mad .. first time the camper had been used and emptied .. apparently someone dropped or left a long screw in the holding tank and when the pump caught it it blew the fuse .. so the fuse in the handle works like it’s suppose to ..lol … got the screw out and hooked everything back up and it worked like a champ … didn’t leak … real good flush capacity … I flushed the tank 3-4 times to be sure .. worked great ..bought the clear hydroflush to use with the pump .. it leaked at the flush valve so I used the one on the pump .. . you can read my review of the hydroflush .. the connections were easy to splice but had to go get # 10 wire .. I was 2 feet short with the wire that comes with it to hook it to my battery on the front of the 24′ work and play camper …using alligator clips for now just the check it out but think I’m going to change them to rings for a more permanent connection to the battery ..it comes with a quick disconnect for the handle on and off switch … and an antiphon valve for the water hose …I can’t say about longevity yet …only used it once so far … felt the motor while it was flushing 3-4 times 40 gal tanks ..and it didn’t seem to over heat just slightly warm at the last flush … and boy it works fast to empty the tank .. Was worried about what was going on at the other end since it’s just me … so I paused the pump to check the other end of the hose didn’t want to find a mess at the other end .. but no problem …I put the hose between the seat and bowl ..closed the lid and placed a flower pot on the lid to keep it in place ..lol .. worked like a charm .. loving this pump !
Matt R –
There were three reasons that I bought this pump:1) Avoid the dump station at the campgrounds which I’ve waited in an hour long line before2) Thoroughly clean the tanks at home where no one is waiting for me3) Empty the tanks without moving the camper while campingI’ve been able to use the pump successfully for #1 and #2 and I plan on getting a tank to achieve goal #3.Pros:- The pump is FAST. I can empty both my gray and black tanks totaling around 70 gallons in less than 5 minutes.- It pumps easily through a 50′ long 5/8″ hose up about 4 feet to a toilet just inside the house from my garage- It’s reasonably quiet while pumping and makes quite a bit more noise when the tank is empty making it easy to determine while it’s finished pumping- The flusher connection is very convenient for filling and flushing the tanks repeatedly.- The push button on/off switch seems to be very high quality.- The pump forms a very solid seal with the sewer hookup on the camper and doesn’t leak whatsoever.- It comes with an extra o-ring in case the one included on the pump wears out or is lost.Cons:- The wiring harness needs to be assembled and doesn’t come with any clamps or hook-ups. I bought some 30A alligator clips (from Amazon) and 100′ of 12A wire (from eBay) and soldered them to the connections that come with the pump. This was easy enough for me but I’d imagine someone that doesn’t have familiarity with electrical connections might find it annoying. Make sure that you get at least 12 gauge wire since this pump pulls a lot of current. The first time I used it, I had some 16 gauge wire laying around that I used and it ended up melting the wire near the inline fuse. Once all of this was assembled, I’m able to connect the pump to the battery on the camper and everything works great.
David Zeswick –
This is a very good Product, works well, yet a couple of things one should know about as well. There is nothing written on the product page about distances which be used for different size hoses, so let me share what was written inside the Flojet container, LOL!!!!! 5/8 hose, 25 ft, 3/4 inch hose 50 feet.Now having shared this, it is important to ensure that you also have a few extra Fuses available for the handheld starter button. If you find that you are pumping too far, the unit will over-heat and shut off, reset itself internally and then can be turned back on.I have had no issues learning the limitations and working with the Unit as specified by the manufacturer, yet I pump almost 68 feet with a 3/4 inch hose and the unit works great. I did start of with a 5/8 hose at 100 feet, that was challenging to have the unit turn off and on. I then went to a 3/4 Hose, cut the hose down to the actual distance I needed and NOT any ADDITIONAL length, why pump waste through extra hose line? Just cut it off at the length required and that stopped any issues with over-heating and fuses.I would recommend a 3/4 inch line and not to waste your time on a smaller 5/8 hose unless it is specifically for grey water or galley water. The pump works smoother and easier and less hot with the large hose and you can easily hear the sound of the pump with the 3/4 inch hose running not as loud and or labored.
Keith Robertson –
This RV waste pump saves me having to bucket my grey and black water tanks to the waste dumps. Hook on my hose and it pumps it down the dump point.
Craig –
We use this to dump our RV tanks at home – especially useful right now as any overnite visitors to our house are staying in the RV during COVID. Have pumped tanks around 10 times so far.Using a 75’ 3/4” hose to pump over level ground… no issues. Pump gets hot when tanks are full and I do lots of black tank flushing …. so sometimes take a break between black and grey tank to avoid over heating. No idea if the pump is at risk of heat damage … but I’m not taking risks when pumping black tanks :).Seems to manage all the chunks and TP … makes some interesting noises when grinding. We even had a visitor using regular (vs RV TP) before we straightened them out … and the pump did fine.Considered the cheaper ‘off brand’ unit … but decided pumping black tanks was not the time to save money. I shutter to think what it will involve if we have a clog or break down.I use a clear elbow to monitor flow and find it very helpful to understand what is going.Be aware that the wires terminate as wire ends and are not very long. Won’t reach the RV battery on the tongue. I pam currently use a stand alone 12v battery to power it with the leads under a screw terminal post. … I think in the long term I will add a 12v outlet near the dump valves.Highly recommended!
Neville. Cox –
I haven’t been able to try it out yet as I’ve had a couple of broken ribs, It’s all ready to go .
Dale Brown –
Live safe for me, having to hang the poop wagon to the septic tank. Now I can just hook the hose up to the poop garburator pump open the septic tank on trailer and walk away. You can hear the change of the pump sound when it’s empty come back open the gray water do the same thing then flush with fresh water hose hook up. So easy and so clean and lots less smell. I spent a little more on this product than what I found on Amazon because I wanted a better product and it was worth every penny
Distance pump –
This pump is awesome and performs better than advertised. Im stay on a friends ranch, and this is pumping 250ft at a 12ft elevation gain, using 3/4” hose, without a single issue. Highly recommended