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then penetrate by diffusion into the material
itself and then end up on the inside of the
pane. Here they are absorbed by the air
trapped between the two panes. If the water
vapour in the air surrounding the window is
high enough, this procedure continues until
the air in the window is completely
saturated.
In view of the fact that the quantity of water
vapour which can be absorbed by a volume
of air decreases when the temperature falls,
as soon as the temperature drops the water
condenses at the coldest points of the
window where it becomes visible as
droplets. When the pane heats up again, the
water evaporates. It is in fact still there but
invisible. If the air around the window
becomes very dry, then the diffusion
procedure starts up again through the
acrylic in the other direction. Most of the
moisture disappears from the window. It
should be noted that the diffusion procedure
through the window is relatively slow.
It is true condensation can be the result of
window delamination but for a quantity of
windows to delaminate on the same caravan
would be extremely unlikely and the real test
is “do the windows eventually clear”.
Condensation actually occurs when the
humidity inside the caravan exceeds 60%
and the ventilation is not sufficient. To help
overcome this some of the following actions
can be taken:
• Leave the rooflight open.
• Put windows onto night vent position.
• Leave doors between compartments
open.
• Keep temperature at night to minimum.
• Increase ventilation above normal in
inclement weather.
Interior Walls
Your caravan interior walls are finished with
a vinyl coating and will only require a wipe
over with a damp cloth, using a mild
detergent, to keep them in a good condition.
Furniture
Treat your caravan furniture as you would
the furniture in your home. Polish wood
surfaces sparingly with a good quality wax
polish. Use a damp cloth to clean laminated
surfaces.
Your furniture is made from wood or wooden
based materials so it requires attention and
care to maintain its beauty.
Moisture in air can cause damage to
furniture. Wood expands or contracts
with an increase or decrease in the
relative humidity in the air. The damage
can be quite visible if the relative humidity is
higher than 80% for a long time. To prevent
damage assure the relative humidity of air is
not too high for a long time by ventilating the
van.
When wood is wet, wipe it dry. Do not just
wait for the sun to dry it. The longer the
water stays on the surface, the more
damage it can do.
Carpets, Upholstery and Curtains
• Do not use aerosol sprays as the
propellant will permanently mark
cushions.
Vacuum clean carpets and upholstery to
ensure a long life. Marks on cushions can be
removed using a mild upholstery shampoo
with the minimum of water. Curtains and
Upholstery – check the manufacturer’s label
for care instructions.
DO NOT WASH CURTAINS AND DO NOT
WASH OR DRY CLEAN CARPETS.
Argent Stainless Steel Sink
Routine Cleaning
It is good practice to clean equipment
immediately after use. Most deposits can be
removed by washing with soap or mild
detergent and hot water, followed by a clean
water rinse and drying with a soft cloth to
prevent water spotting. For more tenacious
deposits a non-abrasive multi-purpose
CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN
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