Tiffin Motorhomes 2011 Phaeton, Руководство пользователя

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R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E
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Because moisture is key to mold issues, treat all signs of condensation and spills seriously and deal
with promptly. Failure to deal with a moisture issue promptly may cause more severe issues where
none initially existed, or may make a small problem much worse.
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Learn to recognize signs of mold—don’t paint over or cover up suspicious discoloration until you
are sure it is not mold. The affected surface must first be cleaned and dried; residual staining may
be painted.
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Be sure to understand and eliminate the source of moisture accumulation as a part of the clean-
up. Otherwise, the same issues will simply reoccur.
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Small amounts of mold should be cleaned as soon as it appears. Small areas of mold should be
cleaned using a detergent/soapy solution or an appropriate RV household cleaner. Gloves should
be worn during cleaning. The cleaned area should then be thoroughly dried. Dispose of any
sponges or rags used to clean mold.
RV Finish Maintenance
Keeping your motor home looking its best at all times involves keeping the paint finish clean and in good
condition. This means periodic washing and polishing, as well as getting the finish repaired as soon as
possible when the paint is damaged or affected in any way.
The purpose of the paint finish is to provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance and to protect your
vehicle from the environment. Your motor home is exposed o many environmental conditions that have
an adverse affect on the paint finish:
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Road salts and sodium chloride
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Road tar/bugs
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Bird droppings/tree sap
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Industrial fallout/acid rain/pollution
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UV exposure and moisture
The most common problems resulting from these conditions are corrosion, staining and chemical
spotting. These problems can be minimized through regularly scheduled washing and polishing.