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a. Water with low mineral content. The level is
measured by a very low level electrical sig-
nal traveling through the liquid. Some water
may not conduct the signal properly. This
condition may be infrequent, but can exist.
Check the panel reading when the fresh
water tank is filled.
b. Material trapped on the sides of the holding
tanks may give a full reading when the tank
is actually empty.
NOTE:
If
the sensor probes mounted in the tanks
get coated with grease, the monitor panel may
indicate falselyornot at all. Avoid pouring grease,
oils or similar substances down drains or the
toilet.
If
this is unavoidable, the holding tank(s)
should be washed out with
a
soapy water solu-
tion. See your dealer for additional information.
To check the battery charge:
1. Unplug the 120-volt AC power cord to turn the
power converter off.
2. Press "BATTERY" rocker switch on the panel.
3. Turn on a light or any 12-volt appliance. The
battery must be checked with a load.
4. Read battery condition on the meter. Red is low,
yellow is fair and green is good.
EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM
OCCUPANCY
Your motor home was designed primarily for recreational
use and short term occupancy. If you intend to occupy the
motor home for an extended period, you shOUld under-
stand that the additional wear will cause premature
deterioration of structure, interior finishes, fabrics, car-
peting, drapes, appliances and fixtures. You should also
be prepared to deal with condensation and the humid
conditions that may be encountered. The relatively small
volume, and tight, compact construction of modern rec-
reational vehicles mean that normal living activities of
even a few occupants will lead to rapid saturation of the
air, and the appearance of visible moisture, especially in
cold weather.
Just as moisture collects on the outside of a glass of cold
water during humid weather, moisture can condense on
the'inside surfaces of your motor home during use in cold
weather when humidity of the interior air is high.
Water vapor will condense on the inside of the windows
and walls as moisture, or in cold weather as frost or ice.
It may also condense out of sight within the walls or the
ceiling where it will manifest itself as stained 'panels.
Appearance of these conditions indicates a condensa-
tion problem. When you recognize the signs of excessive
moisture and condensation, you should take action to
minimize their effects.
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Ventilation And Controlling Condensation
You can reduce or eliminate interior condensation during
cold weather by taking the following steps:
Ventilate with Outside Air
Partially open one or more roof vents and one or
more windows to provide controlled circulation of
outside air into the interior. While this ventilation will
increase furnace heating load, it will greatly reduce,
or eliminate, condensation. Even when it is raining
or snowing, outside air will be far drier than interior
air and will effectively reduce condensation.
Install Storm Windows
The interior surface of the storm window will be
warmer, reducing moisture condensation. DO NOT
COVERTHEEMERGENCYEXITWINDOW. This
window must be left accessible at all times for
emergency exit.
Reduce Moisture Released Inside the Motor Home
Run the range vent fan when cooking and the bath
vent fan (or open the bath vent) when bathing to
carry water vapor out of the motor home. Avoid
making steam from excessive boiling or use of hot
water. Remove water or snow from shoes before
entering to avoid soaking the carpet. Avoid drying
overcoats or other clothes inSide the motor home.
CAUTION
DO NOT HEAT THE MOTOR HOME INTERIOR
WITH THE RANGE OR OVEN. Open flames
add moisture to the interior air. Do not use an
air humidifier Inside 'the motor home. Water
put into the air by the humidifier willi ncrease
condensation.
Ventilate Closets and Cabinets
During prolonged 'use in very cold weather, leave
cabinet and closet doors partially open to warm and
ventilate the interiors of storage compartments built
against exterior walls. The air flow will warm the
exterior wall surface, reducing or eliminating con-
densation and preventing possible ice formation.
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