Triple E COMMANDER - Prolonged Occupancy

9-6
9.4 SLIDE OUT ROOM
TROUBLESHOOTING
1.
Low Battery Voltage:
a. The most common cause of malfunction is
low battery voltage. To ensure adequate
power, take the following steps:
b. Run the motorhome engine while operat-
ing the slide-out. This will ensure that the
engine alternator is delivering extra charge
to the batteries, or
c. Connect your shoreline to an external 120-
volt power source. This will activate the
converter and charge the batteries, or
d. Reduce the electrical load to a minimum
by shutting off all 12-volt lights and appli-
ances.
2.
Sticking or Binding:
a. If the motorhome is not levelled and sta-
bilized properly, the tracking system may
bind. Make sure the motorhome is level
and stable. Level the motorhome prior
to extending the slide, to ensure it works
smoothly.
b. If the slide-out has been in one position
(retracted or extended) the seals may have
a tendancy to stick. DO NOT use petro-
leum products on these seals as they can
cause premature seal deterioration.
9.5
CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEM - (OPTIONAL ON COMMANDER
Your Commander can be equipped
with an optional central vacuum system
eliminating the need for a portable unit.
This unit operates on the 120 volt sys-
tem requiring that you be hooked up to
shore power or run it off the generator.
Check the system regularly to make
sure the vacuum bag is not full. Fail-
ure to do adequate maintenance will
affect the performance of the vacuum.
Check with the System Manual in your
package for more detailed information
and instructions on the proper use and
function of this system.
9.6 PROLONGED OCCUPANCY
Motorhomes are generally designed for recreation-
al and short-term occupancy. In case of extended
occupancy there are a few things regarding humid-
ity and condensation. Excessive moisture inside
the motorhome can accumulate and may damage
the motorhome. Moisture condensing on the win-
dows is a sure sign that the humidity inside your
motorhome is too high. To reduce moisture inside
your motorhome we suggest the following:
1. Provide adequate ventilation at all times, open
windows and vents. This will allow fresh air to
fl ow through and reduce the moisture content.
2. Reduce moisture released inside the mo-
torhome. Run the bathroom fan when using
the bathroom and turn on the range hood fan
while cooking. This will remove unnecessary
moisture from your motorhome. Hanging wet
laundry and swim wear inside the motorhome
to dry will also add to humidity levels within the
motorhome.
Fig. 9-7 CENTRAL VACUUM
COMMANDER / EMBASSY