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Molds
Molds are microscopic organisms that naturally occur in virtually every environ-
ment, indoors and out. Outdoors, mold growth is important in the decomposition
of plants. Indoors, mold growth is unfavorable. Left unchecked, molds break
down natural materials, such as wood products and fabrics. Protect your invest-
ment by understanding the potential risks that mold imposes.
Contributing Factors To Mold Growth
For mold growth to occur, temperatures, indoor or outdoors, must be between
40° and 100°F, and must also have a source of moisture, such as humidity, stan-
ding water, damp materials, etc. Indoors, the most rapid growth occurs with warm
and humid conditions.
Inhibiting Mold Growth
By controlling relative humidity, the growth of mold and mildew can be inhibited.
In warm climates, use of the air conditioner will reduce the relative humidity.
Vents are located in the bathing and cooking areas. Constant use of these vents
is advised during food preparation and bathing, even during colder weather.
Additionally, opening a window during these activities will assist in ventilation. In
extremely humid conditions, the use of a dehumidifier can be helpful.
Frequent use of your trailer, or cleaning regularly,
are important preventive measures. Additionally, any spills should be wiped up
quickly and dried as soon as possible. Avoid leaving damp items lying about.
On safe surfaces, use mold or mildew-killing cleaning products. Check sealants
regularly, and reseal when necessary to avoid water leaks. Proper preventive main-
tenance to the trailer and its accessories, as described both in this manual and in
accompanying literature, will provide the best protection to the trailer..
Winter Traveling
Traveling in sub-freezing temperatures will require certain precautions to protect
the plumbing system and your personal belongings from being damaged by
freezing.
Whenever possible, the heat should be kept set to a constant temperature. It is
easier for the furnace to keep a constant room temperature than allow the cara-
van temperature to drop to 50°F, then attempt to raise it to room temperature.
Some states do not allow LPG to be turned on while moving. While traveling in
these states, simply use your common sense. How cold is it? How long will it be
before you can turn the heat back on? Is the temperature dropping or rising?
Remember, when towing at 50 MPH, the wind chill factor will cause the interior of
the trailer to cool much faster than a parked trailer.
When parked in sub-freezing temperatures, make sure to keep a full supply of
LPG or Diesel and plug into a 120-volt power source whenever possible.
Leave cabinet doors, wardrobes, and bed doors partially open to allow warm air
to circulate around plumbing lines and fixtures. Insulate and/or wrap your exterior
water lines with heat tape.
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