Leveling; Stabilizing Jacks; Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy; Tips To Controlling Condensation - Airstream Bambi 2020 Owner's Manual

General Information

Leveling

Block or chock the wheels to keep the trailer from
rolling� Level from front to rear by disconnecting the
hitch from the tow vehicle, putting the jack pad under
the hitch jack, and adjusting the jack up or down until
you are level� Use stabilizing jacks at all four corners,
as shown in the diagram, to eliminate the natural spring
action of the axles�
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1� Side-to-Side
2� Front-to-Rear

Stabilizing Jacks

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1� Stabilizing Jack Location
2� Lifting Jack Location
Stabilizing jacks should only be used to stabilize
trailer. Do not use jacks to lift the trailer.
Whenever the trailer must be lifted with a jack, as
when changing a tire, always place the lifting jack
under the main frame rail. A label is provided to
indicate the proper position for the jack. Never use
stabilizing jacks to lift the trailer.
Refer to Section 8 maintenance for further information
on jacking�

Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy

Your trailer was designed primarily for recreational use
and short-term occupancy� If you expect to occupy the
trailer for an extended period, be prepared to deal with
condensation and the humid conditions that may be
encountered�
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WARNING
WARNING
Moisture can condense on the inside surfaces of the
trailer during cold weather when relative humidity of the
interior air is high� This condition is increased because
the insulated walls of a recreation vehicle are much
thinner than house walls� Also, the relatively small
volume and tight, compact construction of modern
recreational vehicles means that the normal living
activities of even a few occupants will lead to rapid
moisture saturation� Estimates indicate that a family
of four can vaporize up to three gallons of water daily
through breathing, cooking, bathing, and washing�
Unless the water vapor is carried outside by ventilation,
or condensed by a dehumidifier, it 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 warped or stained panels�
Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious
problem� When you recognize the signs of excessive
moisture and condensation in the trailer, action should
be taken to minimize their effects�

Tips To Controlling Condensation

Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when:
• Bathing, washing dishes, hair drying, etc
• Laundering, and using appliances and non-vented
gas burners
• Cooking (always use the stove vent hood)
Avoid dead air spaces by:
• Using a fan to keep air circulating�
• Leaving closet and cabinet doors partially open�
To help alleviate cold weather condensation:
• Keep the temperature as reasonably cool during cold
weather as possible�
• Allow your trailer to breathe; do not make it airtight�
• Allow some warm air to be removed and some cool
outside air in�
• Do not allow the furnace to recycle humid interior air,
and provide reasonable ventilation�
In hot weather, starting the air conditioner early
will help remove excess humidity from the air while
lowering temperatures�
2020 Bambi