Allegro RED Owner's Manual - Tiffin Motorhomes

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TIFFIN MOTORHOMES –ALLEGRO RED® Chapter 13 ROUTINE MAINTENANCEWheel CareThe care and maintenance of your wheel liners are simple and require no special material or products; simply follow thedirections included in the Owner’s Information Package for these wheel liners (or the optional Alcoa aluminum wheels).Timely care and cleaning will maintain the appearance of these wheel products for many years.ImportantDo not use harsh detergents, acids, or abrasives which may scratch ordull the surfaces. The applicator cloth, sponge, or soft-bristled brushshould be nonmetallic and non-abrasive.ImportantRemember to check periodically the tightness of your wheel lug nuts.Roof Care and MaintenanceProper care and maintenance of your motor home, including your roof, is important for sustained, trouble-freeperformance. Normal maintenance is simple and easy and does not require special materials.The roof of the motor home is fiberglass and can be cared for in the conventional manner. Keep the roof clean; oneshould clean the roof at least every three months. The roof should be professionally inspected on an annual basis forleaks. Sealant may be necessary in the second year of ownership.WarningUse caution when working on the top of your motor home. The wet roof may beextremely slippery and, as such, a possible safety hazard.13-5
TIFFIN MOTORHOMES –ALLEGRO RED® Chapter 13 ROUTINE MAINTENANCEMoisture ManagementThis section outlines important recommendations to manage moisture in your motor home to avoid moisture-relateddamage, such as mold, which is caused by moisture. The materials and methods used to construct your motor homewere selected in part to minimize air leakage and to create a weather tight exterior shell. However, in order to protectyour investment and reduce the risk of moisture-related damage and costly repairs, attention and care has to be takento manage moisture inside your RV. Note: These are only suggestions intended to minimize moisture-related issues withyour motor home. If any concerns arise, contact Tiffin Motorhomes’ Service Department at (256) 356-0261.Interior Care of Your RVSigns of excessive moisture can be obvious, such as water droplets forming on surfaces or wet carpet. Conversely, signsof excess moisture can be subtle, such as condensation forming on metal surfaces. When symptoms appear it isimportant to timely determine the cause of the excess moisture and take appropriate corrective action to preventmoisture related damage.Control Relative HumidityMonitoring and controlling relative humidity within the motor home is one of the mostimportant steps to minimize the risk for moisture-related damage. Ideally, relative humidityshould be at 60% or less. Relative humidity can be monitored utilizing a portablehygrometer (Figure 13-5), a small device that measures temperature and relative humidity.Hygrometers are available at electronics or building supply stores. Use exhaust fans, the airconditioner, and/or a portable dehumidifier to manage moisture inside the RV to maintainrelative humidity at 60% or less. In cold climates, relative humidity may need to be at 35%or less to avoid window condensation issues. If the motor home is used the majority of thetime in a hot humid climate, it may be difficult to keep relative humidity below 60%. Adehumidifier will help, but is important to check the condensation (water) collection bucketregularly or discharge the condensation (water) directly to a drain.Avoid Drastic Thermostat SetbacksFigure 13-4. PortableHygrometer Cooler surface temperatures increase the potential for condensation and surface mold growth. To minimize theopportunity for condensation to form on interior surfaces, maintain a comfortable temperature in your RV, and avoidnighttime setbacks of 10 degrees or more. Drastic setbacks that reduce the indoor air temperature quickly can increasethe chance for airborne moisture to condense on cool surfaces such as windows. If you are away from your RV for anextended number of days, it is recommended that you do not set the temperature back without taking other measuresto manage relative humidity, including operating a dehumidifier with a continuous drain.13-6
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