Airstream 2013 Classic, Руководство пользователя

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EFFECTS OF PROLONGED OCCUPANCY
Your trailer was designed primarily for recreational use and short-term
occupancy. If you expect to occupy the trailer for an extended period, be
prepared to deal with condensation and the humid conditions that may be
encountered. The relatively small volume and tight compact construction of
modern recreation vehicles mean that the normal living activities of even a few
occupants will lead to rapid moisture saturation of the air contained in the trailer
and the appearance of visible moisture, especially in cold weather.
CONDENSATION
Just as moisture collects on the outside of a glass of cold water during humid
weather, moisture can condense on the inside surfaces of the trailer during
cold weather when relative humidity of the interior air is high. This condition is
increased because the insulated walls of a recreation vehicle are much thinner
than house walls.
Estimates indicate that a family of four can vaporize up to three gallons of
water daily through breathing, cooking, bathing, and washing. Unless the
water vapor is carried outside by ventilation, or condensed by a dehumidifier,
it will condense on the inside of the windows and walls as moisture, or in cold
weather as frost or ice. It may also condense out of sight within the walls or the
ceiling where it will manifest itself as warped or stained panels.
Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious condensation problem.
When you recognize the signs of excessive moisture and condensation in the
trailer action should be taken to minimize their effects.
TIPS TO CONTROLLING CONDENSATION
To avoid condensation problems, try to follow these tips to help alleviate
excess moisture.
• Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when bathing, washing
dishes, hair drying, laundering, and using appliances and non-vented gas
burners. Always use the vent hood when cooking.
• Keep the bathroom door closed and the vent or window open when bathing
and for a period of time after you have finished.
• Do not hang wet clothes in the trailer to dry.
• In hot weather, start the air conditioner early as it removes excess humidity
from the air while lowering the temperature.
• Keep the temperature as reasonably cool during cold weather as possible.
The warmer the vehicle, the more cold exterior temperatures and warm
interior temperatures will collide on wall surfaces, thus creating condensation.
• Use a fan to keep air circulating inside the vehicle so condensation and
mildew cannot form in dead air spaces. Allow air to circulate inside closets