Airstream REI Co-op Special Edition, Руководство пользователя

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General Information
2023 REI Special Edition
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Stabilizing Jacks
The stabilizing jacks are located at the rear corners of
the trailer� Use the manual handle to hand crank the
jacks into position� Stabilizers should only be lowered
enough to make contact with the ground� Stabilizer jack
handle can be stored under the curbside dinette seat�
WARNING
Stabilizing jacks are designed to stabilize the trailer
only. Misuse of the stabilizer jacks to level or lift
the trailer may result in damage to the jacks and
potentially the trailer.
WARNING
Whenever the trailer must be lifted with a jack, as
when changing a tire, always place the lifting jack
under the main frame rail. A label is provided to
indicate the proper position for the jack. Never use
stabilizing jacks to lift the trailer.
For more information on jacking, see Tire Changing on
page 8-5 �
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�
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� Also, the relatively small
volume and tight, compact construction of modern
recreational vehicles means that the normal living
activities of even a few occupants will lead to rapid
moisture saturation� 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
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
Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when:
• Bathing, washing dishes, hair drying, etc
• Laundering, and using appliances and non-vented
gas burners
• Cooking (always use the stove vent hood)
Avoid dead air spaces by:
• Using a fan to keep air circulating�
• Leaving closet and cabinet doors partially open�
To help alleviate cold weather condensation:
• Keep the temperature as reasonably cool during cold
weather as possible�
• Allow your trailer to breathe; do not make it airtight�
• Allow some warm air to be removed and some cool
outside air in�
• Do not allow the furnace to recycle humid interior air,
and provide reasonable ventilation�
In hot weather, starting the air conditioner early
will help remove excess humidity from the air while
lowering temperatures�
NOTE
Your trailer is not designed, nor intended, for
permanent housing. Use of this product for
long-term or permanent occupancy may lead
to premature deterioration of structure, interior
finishes, fabrics, carpeting, and drapes. Damage
or deterioration due to long-term occupancy may
not be considered normal, and may, under the
terms of the warranty, constitute misuse, abuse,
or neglect, and may therefore reduce the warranty
protection.