Bailey • Water System
Covers: Alicanto Grande Deluxe, Discovery, Pegasus
+3 morePegasus Grande GT75, Phoenix II GT75, Unicorn Deluxe
Pegasus Grande GT75 models: Ancona, Amalfi, Bologna, Brindisi, Messina, Portofino
Unicorn Deluxe models: Cabrera, Cadiz, Madrid, Pamplona, Seville, Vigo
Phoenix II GT75 models: 420, 440, 640, 642, 644, 762
Discovery models: D4-2, D4-4L, D4-4
Alicanto Grande Deluxe models: Alvor, Evora, Porto, Sintra

Bailey Water System

(2025 Season, All Ranges)

Sourced from Bailey's combined July 2024 owner's manual covering the full 2025-season caravan range (Alicanto Grande Deluxe, Discovery, Pegasus, Pegasus Grande GT75, Phoenix II GT75, Unicorn Deluxe). The Water System Troubleshooting table is rendered as a stylised image in this edition's source PDF (confirmed by direct page render) - content verified identical to the standard table.

View official manual on manufacturer's site ↗

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Master Troubleshooting & Diagnostics Matrix

Error Code / IndicatorSymptom / MeaningPossible CauseStep-by-Step DIY FixSuggested Actions
N/A
Pump will not run
No power to pump
Confirm there's a power supply present, that the mains isolator has been switched on, and that the pump's own isolator hasn't been left switched off.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump will not run
Fuse has blown
Fit a replacement fuse, making sure not to go above the size recommended for this circuit.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump will not run
Blockage in pipework
Check pipework for kinks and check pipework for blockage.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump is running yet no water comes through
No water available
Make sure the water tank isn't empty and the filter cap isn't clogged.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump is running yet no water comes through
Water leaking from system
Go over the pipework and connections for leaks, repairing as needed, and confirm the water system's drain plugs are shut.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump keeps running and will not switch itself off
Water leaking from system
Go over the pipework and connections for leaks, repairing as needed, and confirm the water system's drain plugs are shut.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump keeps running and will not switch itself off
No water available
Make sure the water tank isn't empty and the filter cap isn't clogged.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump switches itself on and off at intervals even though every tap is shut (this is expected behaviour if a tap has been left slightly open).
Water leaking from system
Look over the pipework and fittings for leaks, fixing any found, and confirm the water system's drain plugs are shut.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump switches itself on and off at intervals even though every tap is shut (this is expected behaviour if a tap has been left slightly open).
Pressure switch
Check pressure switch settings.
DIY Safe
N/A
Pump switches itself on and off at intervals even though every tap is shut (this is expected behaviour if a tap has been left slightly open).
Power supply to pump
Check battery is not discharged.
DIY Safe
N/A
Low flow
Blockage in pipework
Check pipework for kinks and check pipework for blockages.
DIY Safe
N/A
Low flow
Power supply to the pump
Check battery is not discharged.
DIY Safe
N/A
Low flow
Jubilee clips tightened too far, crushing the pipework or connections
Replace damaged connections.
DIY Safe
N/A
Low flow
Water leaking from system
Look over the pipework and fittings for leaks, fixing any found, and confirm the water systems' drain plugs are shut.
DIY Safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I drain down and winterize the water system before I stop using the caravan?ⓘ

If you can, angle or tilt the caravan so its drain points sit at the lowest spot, then cut power to the pumps from the control panel. Turn every tap and mixer to roughly the halfway position, not forgetting an external shower point if your caravan has one, then pull off the shower handset to empty out any trapped water.

Next, let the water heater empty through its own drain valve, and do the same for the on-board tank's valve where fitted, leaving both open afterwards. If your caravan has grey waste tanks, pull the plugs from the sinks and open their own drain tap too, plus any other drainage points around the vehicle. Empty the external pump or aqua-source last and bring it inside for storage over winter.

Bear in mind the shower tray tends to hold onto a little water regardless - you'll likely need to mop up the last bit by hand. And double-check any ceramic-disc mixer tap handles are pushed all the way up to central, otherwise one side won't drain fully and you risk frost damage that your warranty won't cover.