Monaco DIPLOMAT 2004, Owner'S Manual

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DIPLOMAT 2004
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EXTERIOR & INTERIOR CARE
Controlling Moisture Condensation:
Reduce or eliminate interior moisture condensation during cold weather
by using the following steps:
• Partially open the roof vents and windows so that outside air
can circulate into the interior. Increase the ventilation when
large numbers of people are in the motorhome. Even in raining or
snowing conditions the air outside will be far drier than the
interior air.
• Install a dehumidifier. Continuous use of a dehumidifier is
effective in removing excess moisture from the interior air.
Using a dehumidifier is not a cure-all, however, it will reduce
the amount of outside air needed for ventilation.
• Run the range vent fan when cooking and the bath vent fan (or
open the bath vent) when bathing, to reduce water vapor. Avoid
excessive boiling or use of hot water as it produces steam.
• Do not heat the motorhome interior with the range or oven.
Heating with the range or oven increases the risk of toxic fumes
and allows oxygen depletion. Also, open flames add moisture to
the interior air increasing condensation.
• In very cold weather leave the cabinet and closet doors partially
open. The air flow will warm and ventilate the interior of the
storage compartments and the exterior wall surface, reducing or
eliminating condensation and preventing the possibility of ice
formations.
• Dusting:
Regular dusting maintains the appearance of most blinds. Keep
the aluminum blind looking its best by periodically wiping them
with a soft cloth or a dusting mitt. By tilting the slats down, but
not quite closed, you'll be able to clean most of the top surface
of each slat. Blinds may be cleaned while hanging in place using
this method.
• Vacuuming:
For deeper cleaning, vacuum gently with brush attachment of
any vacuum cleaner.
• Compressed Air or Hair Dryer (non-heat setting):
Blow dust off each slat. Dust will be air-borne using this method
so ventilate the motorhome.
WINDOW
TREATMENTS
- Mini Blinds