SECTION 11
CAMPING & OPERATING
78
C
ONDENSATION
Condensation is a natural phenomenon. The
amount of condensation will vary with climate
conditions, particularly the relative humidity.
Condensation occurs because there is water
vapor present in the air, which each of us
adds to by breathing, bathing or cooking. The
water vapor usually collects on the coolest
surfaces. When the temperature reaches the
“dew point,” the water vapor in the air
condenses and changes to a liquid form. If
moisture is unable to escape the RV, you will
experience condensation.
Most people have experienced this
phenomenon when a moisture forms on their
windows. Outside air is cooling the window on
the outside while inside air is warming the
window on the inside; the resulting moisture is
attracted to that surface and the windows
begin to sweat.
To reduce condensation
Proper ventilation and, if needed, the use of a
dehumidifier (customer supplied) will assist in
controlling condensation. Many RV and
marine dealers carry small dehumidifiers
sized for RV use. Other suggestions are:
Crack open windows and roof vents to
allow warm moist air to escape.
When taking a shower open the bath roof
vent (if so equipped) approximately ½”
allowing the moisture to escape.
Use the range hood fan (if so equipped)
when cooking or washing dishes.
Avoid hanging wet towels (or clothes)
inside the RV to dry.
If condensation is found in cabinets or
closets, open those doors slightly to
equalize the temperature and provide
ventilation.
When camping, leave a small opening
using each bunk zipper to permit air flow
and allow the tent to “breathe.” This will
help minimize moisture gathering above
the bunk area on the vinyl (see
Condensation
).
Fig. 11.1 Tent usage
Uncontrolled condensation can cause
dampness, mildew, etc., inside your RV. Be
sure to make strong effort to control
condensation. Repairs due to condensation
are not covered under the terms of the
Towable Limited Warranty
or the
Extended
Limited Warranty
.
S
ETTING
U
P
Y
OUR
C
AMPSITE
Fig. 11.2 Blocking the wheels
Un-hitching your camping trailer
1. Position the RV as desired.
2. Level the RV (side-to-side).
3. Block the wheels securely to prevent the
RV from moving.
4. Unhook the wire harness/connector plug,
safety chains and breakaway switch
lanyard.
5. Install the dolly wheel or platform.
6. Release the weight distributing bars
(customer supplied).
7. Open the tongue jack coupler latch.
Condensation needs to be taken seriously.
Ignoring it can damage the RV (damage
caused by condensation is not
warrantable), and more importantly could
lead to mold or mildew issues which could
be a health hazard.
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