First, the listed height may be measured to the top of the roof, rather than the top of your air conditioner, for example. You likely have a roof vent or two and maybe you’ve even installed a newMaxxAir fanor other fan cover up there. And what about aftermarket gear like solar pane...
To gain access to the lower section of the refrigerator, remove a service panel held by retaining screws at the back of the unit below the condenser coils. The unit may also have a front access panel below the door. This panel may be held by retaining screws, or it may slip up and ...
Airflow is important for comfortable RV living. In addition to your RV air conditioner,roof ventspromote healthy airflow throughout your RV’s living space. Good airflow prevents mold and mildew in hot, humid climates, assists with temperature control, and keeps undesirable bathroom and kitchen ...
Flip off the RV’s main circuit breaker to protect the 120V AC system. Disconnect your rig from shore power. Remove batteries from clocks, radios, detectors and alarms. See manufacturer’s instructions for onboard or portable generator storage. Be sure to block the exhaust pipe with steel wool...
Similarly, whenstoring a portable air conditionerfor the off-season, ensure the drain line is clean and dry to prevent mold and mildew growth. Tools and Materials You’ll Need To tackle a clogged AC drain line, you’ll need a few basic tools and materials. ...
Always remember to turn the fan off when you turn the car off as it will drain the battery. Video: How to Wire an Electric Radiator Fan to a Switch Helpful comments on this video: rv image by Greg Pickens fromFotolia.com Whether you are rewiring an old air conditioner for your RV or...
Lay out your panels on the RV roof and mark the panel locations with colored tape. Avoid areas where a satellite dish or an air conditioner may cast shade. A pre-installation layout lets you visualize how they will appear on the roof and where you need to install the struts. If connectin...
RV Generatorsare either built-in or portable models. They’ll run either diesel or gasoline, and most are not powerful enough to run an air-conditioner off-grid. Most generators are loud, so even if there isn’t a campground rule about run-times, proper etiquette dictates you should not ...
The most common contributor to mold and bacteria growth in the air box is a clogged evaporator drain tube. Thedrain tubeshould steadily drip water when the air conditioner is running, especially when it's humid outside. If this drain tube is clogged with leaves or other debris, the evaporato...
Double check exactly what you’re allowed to bring. Every airline may be slightly different and some airports are stricter than others. For example, I’ve noticed French and British airports can be absolute sticklers about your liquids bag and may make you remove some items even if other airp...