Monaco Cayman 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Section 3 --- Exterior & Interior Care
Cayman 2005
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Guidelines to Reduce or Eliminate Mold Growth:
• Check for signs of mold prior to bringing items in the motorhome. Potted plants (roots and
soil), furnishings, or stored clothing and bedding material, as well as many other house-
hold goods, may already contain mold growth.
• Regular vacuuming and cleaning will help reduce mold levels. Mild bleach solutions and
most tile cleaners are effective in eliminating or preventing mold growth.
• Indoor humidity can be reduced by 30 to 60% when venting clothes dryers to the outdoors.
Ventilate the kitchen and bathroom by opening windows, using exhaust fans or a combina-
tion of both. Operating the air conditioning will remove excess moisture in the air, and
help facilitate evaporation of water from wet surfaces.
• Promptly clean up spills, condensation and other sources of moisture. Thoroughly dry any
wet surfaces or material. Do not let water pool or stand in the motorhome. Promptly
replace materials that cannot be thoroughly dried.
• Inspect for leaks on a regular basis. Look for discolorations or wet spots. Repair leaks
promptly. Inspect condensation pans (refrigerators and air conditioners) for mold growth.
Take notice of musty odors, and any visible signs of mold.
• Should mold develop, thoroughly clean the affected area with a mild solution of bleach.
First, test to see if the affected material or surface is color safe. Should mold growth be
severe, call on the services of a qualified professional cleaner.
• If mold cannot be removed from an item, properly disposed of it.
Whether or not a motorhome owner experiences mold growth depends largely on how the
motorhome is managed and maintained. As a manufacturer, our responsibility is limited to things that
we can control. As explained in the written warranty, we will repair or replace defects in the construc-
tion (defects defined as a failure to comply with reasonable standards of motorhome construction)
for the Limited Warranty coverage period provided.
THE MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES CAUSED BY MOLD THAT MAY BE THE CONSE-
QUENCE OF OR ASSOCIATED WITH DEFECTS IN THE CONSTRUCTION.
PEST CONTROL
Regardless of the area one lives in or travels to, it is safe in stating there will be pests waiting.
These pests are not only annoying; they can pose a health risk and create serious damage to the
motorhome.
• Common pests include insects such as ants, cockroaches, termites, flies, pantry pests and
wasps as well as wildlife such as rodents, raccoons, bats, birds and snakes. It is impor-
tant to remember that pests are searching for food, water and a place to live. Eliminating
any one of those elements will help control the pest infestation. Take immediate steps to
remove pests as soon as their presence is detected.