BookTitleOntec／Life Support

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Ontec／Life Support

23Mold◆ Moisture does not escape well from airtight buildings. Incertain seasons (especially rainy season), mold growseasily in closets, the backside of furniture, the bath andwashing areas, shoe cupboards and the like.◆ To prevent mold, regularly ventilate such susceptibleareas and dehumidify rooms. For furniture, make surethere is space behind so that air can circulate.2Freezing◆ Please take the proper precautions to prevent freezing inyour rental, as the cost for repairs to freeze damage tothe facilities, etc. will be the responsibility of the renter.◆ In the winter, and especially in colder regions, pleasegive sufficient attention to preventing freezing.◆ How to prevent freezing◆ Open the faucet before sleepingFor very low temperatures, such as when there is afreeze warning, before going to bed, open the waterfaucet slightly so that water trickles out. This will preventthe pipes from freezing.Aim for a ow that lls a small glass milk bottle (about 200 ml) in one minute.◆ Do not turn off the breakerKeep the breaker on when leaving the apartment to ensure the freeze-prevention heater for the water heater retains itspower supply.◆ Drain the water for the water heaterIf you will be leaving the rental unoccupied for a period of time, please drain the water from the water heater.Please contact the management office for your property for instructions on how to drain the heater.1Condensation◆ In rooms that are airtight can be prone to condensation, especially those where thereis a high differential between the room temperature and the outside temperature.◆ To prevent condensation, make an effort to regularly ventilate susceptible areas(the same as those listed for mold prevention) and dehumidify rooms.◆ When condensation does form on windows, wipe it off frequently.◆ Note that condensation also results from the use of kerosene stoves, humidiersor hanging laundry indoors to dry.3Daily Life