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Safety• Before leav<strong>in</strong>g a camp<strong>in</strong>g area tow<strong>in</strong>g a trailer, refer to the “Prepar<strong>in</strong>g to TravelHome...” chapter <strong>and</strong> review <strong>all</strong> applicable <strong><strong>in</strong>structions</strong>.• Observe the warn<strong>in</strong>g labels attached to your vehicle concern<strong>in</strong>g propane, water,electricity <strong>and</strong> load<strong>in</strong>g.• Observe the ma<strong>in</strong>tenance chart <strong>in</strong> <strong>this</strong> <strong>manual</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>all</strong> applicable <strong>in</strong>formation suppliedby <strong>component</strong> <strong>part</strong> manufacturers related to your respective unit.COLD WEATHER/EXTENDED USEYour trailer has been built for enjoyment <strong>in</strong> a recreational manner. It is not <strong>in</strong>tended to beused as full-time liv<strong>in</strong>g quarters.Caution: Cont<strong>in</strong>uous liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> your trailer could cause accelerated wear <strong>and</strong>damage to <strong>component</strong> <strong>part</strong>s. It also voids the warranty.• Use of <strong>this</strong> trailer dur<strong>in</strong>g cold weather will require more protection. Us<strong>in</strong>g skirt<strong>in</strong>g or<strong>in</strong>sulation below floor level will provide additional protection if you are camped <strong>in</strong>one area for an extended period.• Proper care should be taken with the fresh water <strong>and</strong> dra<strong>in</strong>age systems to avoidfreez<strong>in</strong>g problems. Consult with your <strong>in</strong>dependent, authorized dealer or RV supplyhouse for advice on heat tapes, etc.• Adequate propane <strong>and</strong> electrical supply is needed along with protection from possiblefreeze-ups on propane regulator. The furnace will substanti<strong>all</strong>y <strong>in</strong>crease battery draw<strong>and</strong> propane use.• Dur<strong>in</strong>g cool weather usage, ventilation or the addition of a dehumidifier may berequired to reduce condensation. See the next section for important <strong>in</strong>formation oncontroll<strong>in</strong>g condensation.CONDENSATIONCondensation is a natural phenomenon. The amount of condensation will vary with theclimate conditions, <strong>part</strong>icularly the relative humidity. Condensation occurs because thereis water vapor present <strong>in</strong> the air, which is added by breath<strong>in</strong>g, bath<strong>in</strong>g <strong>and</strong> cook<strong>in</strong>g. Thewater vapor collects where there is available air space, <strong>and</strong> when the temperature reachesthe ‘dew po<strong>in</strong>t’ the water vapor <strong>in</strong> the air condenses <strong>and</strong> changes to liquid form. Mostpeople have experienced a similar phenomenon when moisture forms on kitchen w<strong>in</strong>dows<strong>and</strong> bathroom mirrors dur<strong>in</strong>g cool weather.Proper ventilation <strong>and</strong>, if needed, the use of a dehumidifier will assist <strong>in</strong> controll<strong>in</strong>g thecondensation. Many RV <strong>and</strong> mar<strong>in</strong>e dealers carry sm<strong>all</strong> dehumidifiers especi<strong>all</strong>y sized forrecreation use. Condensation causes dampness, mildew, sta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g <strong>and</strong> if <strong>all</strong>owed tocont<strong>in</strong>ue at high levels, damage to the panel<strong>in</strong>g <strong>and</strong> wood structures. It is the owner’sresponsibility to make sure that condensation is properly removed for the air.INSURANCEAs with your automobile, it is important that you protect yourself <strong>and</strong> others with <strong>in</strong>surancecoverages for personal liability, theft, collision, property damage, etc. Your <strong>in</strong>dependent,authorized dealer can assist you <strong>in</strong> obta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g appropriate <strong>in</strong>surance for your protection oryou may check with the company which provides your automobile <strong>in</strong>surance or other<strong>in</strong>surance companies.Jay Flight Conventional Travel Trailer <strong>and</strong> Fifth-Wheel Travel Trailer 19