Airstream Avenue 2011, User Manual

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Turn on the gas supply. Lighting a top range burner to bleed any air from the
system will make it easier to start other appliances including the furnace.
When you stay for extended periods where electric or water hookups are
not available, you must make regular checks on the condition of your 12-volt
battery and the contents of your water tank. Carry drinking water in a clean
bucket to refill your tank. When your waste tanks nears capacity, move your
motorhome to a dumping location.
EFFECTS OF PROLONGED OCCUPANCY
Your motorhome was designed primarily for recreational use and short-term
occupancy. If you expect to occupy the motorhome for an extended period,
be prepared to deal with condensation and the humid conditions that may be
encountered. The relatively small volume and tight compact construction of
modern recreation vehicles mean that the normal living activities of even a few
occupants will lead to rapid moisture saturation of the air contained in the mo-
torhome 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 the motorhome dur-
ing 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 thin-
ner than house walls. Estimates indicate that two adults can vaporize up to
one and a half 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 condensation
problem. When you recognize the signs of excessive moisture and condensa-
tion in the motorhome, action should be taken to minimize their effects.
Note: Your motorhome is not designed, nor intended, for permanent housing.
Use of this product for long term or permanent occupancy may lead to prema-
ture deterioration of structure, interior finishes, fabrics, carpeting, and drapes.
Damage or deterioration due to long-term occupancy may not be considered
normal, and may under the terms of the warranty constitute misuse, abuse, or
neglect, and may therefore reduce the warranty protection.
To avoid condensation problems, try to follow these tips to help allevi-
ate excess moisture:
Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when bathing, washing dishes,
hair drying, laundering, and using appliances and non-vented gas burners.
Always use an exhaust fan when cooking.