Starcraft 2005 - Storage, Condensation, and Warranty Repairs; Proper Camper Storage Procedures; Understanding and Controlling Condensation; Warranty Repair Process

9. Ifthe trailer is covered with plastic or canvas, the door
and/or roof vent should be opened to provide adequate
ventilation so that moisture will evaporate.
10. Sweep snow off the roof as soon as possible. DO
NOT allow snow to accumulate because the weight,
in addition to freezing and thawing, may damage the
roof. Damage due to such a condition will not be
covered under warranty.
NOTE: If at all possible, we recommend storing the
unit inside.
Condensation
Effects of Long Term/Cool Weather Occupancy
‘Your tent camper was designed primarily forrecreationaluse
and short term occupancy. Ifyou expecttto live in your camper
for extended periods of time, or in cold or cool weather, be
prepared to deal with condensation and the humid conditions
that may be encountered. The normal activities of even a
‘small number of occupants in the relatively small volume of
a modern recreational vehicle, with its thin walls and tight
construction, will lead to rapid saturation of the air inside
the trailer and the appearance of visible moisture, especially
Estimates
indicate
that
a
family
of
four
can
vaporize
up
to
three
gallons
of water
daily
through
breathing,
cooking,
bathing,
and
washing.
Unless
this
vapor
is
carried
outside
it’
condense
on
the
inside
of
the
tent
sides
or
bunkend
ceiling
as
moisture.
In
cold
weather,
it
will
appear
as
frost
or
ice.
It
may
also
condense
in
the
walls
or
the
ceiling
and
appear
as
stains
on
the
paneling.
Condensation
is
a
function
of nature
and
is
hot
a
warranty
matter.
Controlling Condensation
Interior
condensation
can
be
reduced
(during
cold
weather)
with the following steps:
1. Ventilate with outside air. Partially open a roof vent and
windows to provide controlled circulation of outside air
to the inside of the trailer. This will increase the heating
load on the furnace somewhat, but it will greatly reduce
condensation. You should increase ventilation when large
numbers of people are present.
NOTE: Even when it is raining or snowing, outside air
is much drier than interior air and will effectively reduce
condensation. .
2. Installa dehumidifier. The use of a dehumidifier will reduce
the need for outside ventilation. As a result, the heating
load on the furnace will be reduced.
Warranty Repairs
Your new unit is the result of Starcraft’s dedication to
provide a product that will assure years of camping enjoyment.
This dedication is extended through the design, engineering,
and manufacturing as well as customer service and repairs.
Should a problem develop with your new Starcraft as a result
of workmanship or materials, we want it corrected and back
in service just as much and just as quickly as you do.
The first place to seek correction of a warranty problem is
always at the dealership where you bought the trailer. There
is a network of dealers across the United States and Canada
who are authorized to perform warranty repair work.
For prompt, efficient service, please use your Owner
Protection Service Identification Card at the Starcraftservicing
dealer or facility where the repairs are being made.
Keeping the respect and satisfaction of our customers is
most important at Starcraft.
We are proud of the quality of our dealers and they can
handle just about any problem that might come up with your
If you find, after going to the dealer, that you do not
satisfaction, you may write:
[3 Stareraft RV Warranty Services
P.O. Box 458
| Topeka, IN 46574