Condensation and Mold
If you that intend to use this RV for extended periods of time, you
must be prepared to deal with condensation and the humid
conditions that may be encountered. The normal activities of even
a small number of occupants in the relatively small volume of a
modern recreational vehicle and its tight construction, will lead to
rapid saturation of the air inside the vehicle and the appearance of
visible moisture on walls and glass, especially during cold weather.
Estimates indicate that a family of four can vaporize up to three
gallons of water daily through its breathing, cooking, bathing and
washing. Unless this vapor is carried outside by ventilation, or
removed from the air by a dehumidifier, it will condense on the
inside of the windows and walls as moisture. In cold weather it will
appear as frost or ice. It may also condense in the walls or ceiling
and appear as stains on paneling. This will increase the heating
load on the furnace somewhat, but it will greatly reduce
condensation. You should increase ventilation when large numbers
of people are present.
WARNING: RECREATIONAL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECTED TO
BEING CLOSED UP FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME, WHICH
CAN RESULT IN EXCESSIVE HUMIDITY, AN AVERAGE
CONDITION THAT CAN LEAD TO THE FORMING OF MOLD. IF
MOISTURE PENETRATION OCCURS, IT IS ABSOLUTELY
IMPERATIVE TO HAVE IT REPAIRED TO AVOID
DETERIORATION OF MATERIALS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
THROUGH THE INTRODUCTION OF MOLD OR BACTERIA.
MOLD AND BACTERIA ARE ALWAYS PRESENT IN A HABITAT
.
WARNING: DO NOT USE COOKING APPLIANCES FOR
COMFORT HEATING. IN ADDITION TO THE TOXIC FUMES
AND OXYGEN DEPLETION, OPEN FLAMES ADD MOISTURE
TO THE AIR INCREASING CONDENSATION AND THE
POSSIBILITY OF MOLD
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