FLEETWOOD RV Class A Gas 2020, Руководство пользователя

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FLEETWOOD RV CLASS A GAS 2020 OWNER’S MANUAL 75
• 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 steam producing hot water .
• Do not heat the motorhome interior with the range
or oven . This increases the risk of toxic fumes and
depletes oxygen . Open flames also add moisture to
the interior air and increase condensation .
• In very cold weather, leave cabinet and closet doors
partially open . Air flow will warm and ventilate the
interior storage compartments and exterior walls
to reduce or eliminate condensation and prevent
the possibility of ice formations .
WINDOW TREATMENTS
DAY/NIGHT SHADES
Leave Day/Night shades in the up position when not in
use to help the shades hold their shape .
Tension Adjustment:
Tension should be adjusted if the shades are loose or
there is excessive vibration . A button is located on the
bottom of the shade at each end . Two lines on each
side of the shade are threaded through the button and
tied off .
• Pull the tied-off lines through the button to increase
tension . Leave some slack so the shades are not
too tight .
• Tie the lines off at the new position . Adjust each
side equally .
• Operate the shades to ensure tension is set
correctly and equally on both sides .
• Trim excess line from both sides if desired .
Dusting:
Vacuum with a brush attachment or use a dusting tool on
a regular basis .
Cleaning:
A dry foam cleaner may be used for soil and dirt
removal . Follow all directions on the container, or use
a cleaning solution of 1/4 oz . clear liquid soap to 8 oz .
water .
MOLD & MILDEW
What is Mold?
Mold is a type of fungus that occurs naturally in the
environment and can leave a musty odor, discolor
fabrics, stain surfaces and cause considerable damage
to the motorhome .
What Does Mold Need to Grow?
Mold requires a food source, such as grease or soil .
Synthetic fabrics, such as acetate, polyester, acrylic
and nylon are mildew resistant, but soil on the surface
of these fabrics are susceptible to mold .
Temperate climate and moisture also help to cultivate
mold growth . Moisture in the motorhome can
result from unattended spills, leaks, overflows and
condensation . Moisture allowed to remain on a growth
medium can develop mold within 24 to 48 hours .
Minimizing moisture inside of the motorhome can
reduce or eliminate favorable mold growth conditions .
Good housekeeping and regular maintenance are
essential in the effort to prevent or eliminate mold
growth .
Consequences of Mold:
All mold is not necessarily harmful, but certain strains
of mold have been shown to cause, in susceptible
persons, allergic reactions, including skin irritation,
watery eyes, runny noise, coughing, sneezing,
congestion, sore throat and headache . Individuals with
suppressed immune systems may risk infection . Some
experts contend that mold causes serious symptoms
and disease which may even be life threatening .
However, experts disagree about the level of mold
exposure that may cause health problems and about
the exact nature and extent of the health problems
that may be caused by mold . Moreover, the Center for
Disease Control states that a casual link between the
presence of toxic mold and serious health conditions
has not been proven .
Standards or threshold limit values for concentration
of mold or mold spores have not been set . Currently,
there are no EPA regulations or standards for airborne
mold contaminants . There is simply no practical way
to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor
environment . For example, studies have shown that
ozone cleaners are not effective at killing airborne mold
or surface mold contamination .
NOTE:
Do not use colored liquid soap as a stain may
appear when fabric dries .