Troubleshooting - Dometic Ace AIR Operating Manual

Troubleshooting

7 Troubleshooting
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NOTE
• During first exposure to water there may be some moisture at the seams. Through
this moisture the threads will swell and fill the holes that are created in the sewing
process.
• A fully equipped spare parts kit should include:
– Waterproofer
– Repair tape and repair solution
– Silicone spray for the zippers
– Spare pegs
Problem
Awning tent only inflates with
difficulties
Part of the awning tent does not
inflate
Part of the awning tent does not
deflate
Air poles are kinked
Air leak
Water leak
Rip in the fabric
7.1 Condensation
All awning tents suffer from internal condensation if one or more of the following conditions apply:
• High air humidity
• High ground moisture
• A drop in temperature
Severe condensation can run down the inside of the roof and drip off ties, tapes and other internal fittings and can
be mistaken for leaking.
➤ Increase ventilation by opening doors and/or windows.
➤ Install a waterproof groundsheet.
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Solution
➤ Check that the valve is fully screwed into the air pole.
➤ Check if the inflation tube is twisted at the valve.This may be indicated
by noise. Untwist the inflation tube.
➤ Check that the hand pump is working.
➤ Check that all isolation valves that connect the air poles are open.
➤ Check that all isolation valves that connect the air poles are open.
➤ Add more air (9 psi/0.62 bar).
➤ Check that the valve is fully screwed into the air pole and the ring seal
is in place.
➤ Check that the cap of the valve is done up tightly.
➤ Check for punctures, see chapter "Repairing a puncture in the air
pole" on page 17.
➤ Check for leaky seams, damaged tapings and moist areas.
➤ If you cannot find any leaks, see chapter "Condensation" on page 16.
➤ If you find any leaks, apply seam sealant.
➤ Use repair tape to seal the fabric.
➤ Have repairs carried out by an authorized specialist.
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