Section 11 - Cleaning and Maintenance Tips
Page 11-2
Foretravel Owners Manual
Rev. 06-02
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Inspect your motorhome regularly. If you see signs of mold, clean it up im-
mediately. There are products available at most hardware stores that will
help with the cleanup. Products such as X-14, Tilex, Jomax, or just a mix-
ture of a 10% bleach/water solution (1 2/3 cup bleach with enough water to
make a gallon.)
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Use fans and your air conditioner to dry the area as soon as possible.
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Repair water leaks immediately. Your Foretravel dealership will be happy
to assist you in this.
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Try to keep the Relative Humidity in your motorhome between 30% and
60%, preferably 50% or less. You can purchase a home hygrometer (a com-
bination temperature gauge and relative humidity gauge) at most hardware
or electronic stores.
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For those who live in or stay in extremely wet areas, we also suggest that
you purchase a small de-humidifier so the humidity can be controlled.
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Use items such as “Damp Rid” in closets and cabinets that are not opened
often. These moisture-absorbing products are available at stores such as
hardware stores, Wal-Mart and some grocery stores.
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Use the bathroom vent when showering.
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Dry shower walls when shower is completed.
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Place wet bath towels in the dryer, or in a plastic container until they can
be dried.
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Do not place wet shoes or boots in a closet and close the door. Darkness
will aid the dampness in causing mold to grow.
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Keep air circulating. Do not close off the bedroom area for extended peri-
ods of time.
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Keep windows and doors closed in rain or very humid weather.
Management of the humidity, or moisture in the air in your motor home is
your responsibility. This is generally more important in the Coastal areas and
other high rainfall areas, but good air management helps maintain your motor-
home and keep the air healthy wherever you are. Remember, mold and mildew
damage is not covered by your Foretravel warranty.
M
OLD
B
ASICS
Molds can gradually destroy the things they grow on. You can prevent
damage to your home and furnishings, save money, and avoid potential health
problems by controlling moisture and eliminating mold growth.
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The key to mold control is moisture control.
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If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold
promptly
and
fix the water problem.
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It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24-48
hours to prevent mold growth.
W
HY
IS
MOLD
GROWING
IN
MY
HOME
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Molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in
nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead
