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1.
Always keep tools and equipment stored in areas
where they will not shift while traveling.
2.
Wherever possible, place heavy articles in storage
compartments which are low and between the axles
for better weight distribution.
3.
Use a "packing" technique of the articles in a com-
partment to prevent shifting. If necessary, secure
articles with straps to prevent movement.
4.
Be sure that containers holding liquids are capped
and cannot tip or spill. When glass containers (or
dishes) are transported, secure them well to protect
against accidental breakage.
5.
Always lock latch on refrigerator door
before getting under way.
6.
. Exterior storage compartments may not be water-
tight in all climate conditions. Any articles which
could be damaged by water should be carried
inside the motor home.
CONDENSATION AND VENTILATION
Moisture condensing on windows is a visable sign that there
is too
muc~
moisture inside your motor home. This excessiv
high hum.idity can cause warp, rot, mildew, paint failure, anc
staining of wood work or walls.
Moisture on windows shows that you have a tightly con-
structed motor home. It also means that moisture released
into the air by bathing, cooking, washing and other normal
living activities stays inside. Figures show that a family of
four can easily adddup to 150 pounds (330 Kg), or more
than 18 gallons (68
I),
of water each week to the inside air.
This moisture must eventually escape.,
,
Humidity should be controlled to the point where little or
no condensation appears on the inside surface of the glass.
The best way to reduce moisture inside the motor home
iSito bring in fresh outside air· through ventilation. Use the
exhaust and vent fans to ventilate the inside to minimize
moisture build up when cooking, bathing or washing.
Open doors, windows and ceiling vents several times a day.
• Recognize that the only way to stop condensation is to
reduce the moisture in the air in your motor home.
• Regularly bring in outside air through ventilation. Air
out rooms daily. Always use exhaust and vent fans when
cooking, bathing, or washing.
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