OWNERS AIRSTREAM MANUAL SAFARI A TRAILERING GUIDE
008 MODEL INTRODUCTION The Owners Manual for your new Airstream trailer is designed to respond to the most frequent inquiries regarding the operation, function and care of the many systems that make modern trailering a joy. Airstream realizes our customers possess varying degrees of expertise in the area of repairing and maintaining the appliances in their trailer. For this reason, the service and trouble-shooting information found in this manual is directed toward those with average mechanical skills.
INTRODUCTION Mold (See page C-7) CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. There are mold and mold spores throughout the indoor and outdoor environment. There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment; the NOTICE: used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.
2008 MODEL INTRODUCTION etc.) typically operate on LP gas. LP gas is flammable and is contained under high Chemical Sensitivity; Ventilation pressure. Improper use may result in a fire and/or explosion. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual as well as the specific owners’ manuals of the Chemical Sensitivity appliances and equipment.
INTRODUCTION Ventilation To reduce or lessen exposure to chemicals from off-gassing it is of utmost importance that you ventilate your recreational vehicle. Ventilation should occur frequently after purchase and at times when the temperatures and humidity are elevated. Remember off-gassing is accelerated by heat and humidity. Open windows, exhaust vents, and doors. Operate ceiling and/or other fans, roof air conditioners, and furnaces and use a fan to force stale air out and bring fresh air in.
INTRODUCTION NOTES 2008 MODEL
TABLE OF CONTENTS A. WARRANTY AND SERVICE D. EXTERIOR G. ELECTRICAL Warranty Cleaning 12-Volt Distribution Panel Warranty Explanation Chassis Battery Service Power Jack Converter Reporting Safety Defects Tires 12-Volt System & Components Maintenance Schedule Axle and Running Gear TV Antenna Maintenance Parts & Supplies Electric Brakes Satellite Antenna Solar Panel 110-Volt System & Components B. TOWING E. INTERIOR FURNISHINGS 110-Volt Diagrams AND ACCESSORIES Tow Vehicles F.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE A WARRANTY COVERAGE (4) Normal maintenance and service items, including but not limited to light bulbs, fuses, lubricants, sealants and seals, slideout adjustments, door adjustments, and Airstream, Inc.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE DISCLAIMER OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES P.O.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE A THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO mysterious, is always accidental and covered by most insurance policies. HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. Abuse AIRSTREAM, INC. 419 West Pike Street Lack of customer care and/or improper maintenance will result in early failure for which P.O. Box 629 Airstream cannot be held responsible. Jackson Center, OH 45334-0629 Tele: 937-596-6111 Exposure Fax: 937-596-6539 E-mail: www.airstream.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE SERVICE: trailer. There are limits to the amount of load that can be safely transported depending upon speed and road conditions, and reasonable cause to believe these factors have been exceeded could void the Airstream warranty. For additional information on the Before leaving the factory, each and every vital part of the trailer is tested for perfor- loading of your trailer, consult your Owner’s Manual or gross vehicle weight rating mance.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE A REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Airstream, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EVERY 5,000 MILES OR 90 DAYS WARNING: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN YOUR COACH CAN CAUSE Exterior Door locks Lubricate with dry graphite Exterior Hinges Lubricate with light household oil LPG Hold Down Lubricate with light household oil LPG Regulator Check bottom vent for obstructions Main Door Striker Pocket Coat with paraffin. Wheel Lug Nuts Torque aluminum wheels to 120 ft.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE A EVERY 10, 000 MILES OR 6 MONTHS EVERY YEAR Brakes Inspect, adjust, or replace as necessary Battery Wheel Bearings Clean and repack Clean, neutralize, and coat terminals with petroleum jelly Tires Inspect and rotate Spare Tire Carrier Lubricate moving parts. Seals, Windows, & Door Clean with mild detergent and coat with “Slipicone”. TV Antenna Lubricate all moving parts with silicone lubricant. A-Frame, Step Wire brush and paint frame at front and rear.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PARTS AND LUBRICANTS MISCELLANEOUS BULBS, EXTERIOR Water Hose Gaskets License Plate # 53 Clearance Light #67 Door Light #1003 Convenience Light (Dump Valve) # 53 Wheel Bearing Grease Extra Hair Pin Clips for Hitch Trailers have an LED tail light system that uses no bulbs.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE A MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED DATE A-9 DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED
WARRANTY AND SERVICE A NOTES A - 10
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM TOW VEHICLE EQUIPMENT Inspect the tow vehicle’s hitch regularly for loose bolts or nuts, cracked welds, loose ball mounts, worn parts, etc. B If you plan to buy a new vehicle to tow your trailer we suggest that you include in your purchase the towing options offered by most tow vehicle manufacturers. These New trailerists often carry more food and other supplies than really needed.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM ELECTRIC BRAKES To prevent corrosion within the breakaway switch, pull the switch’s pin straight forward and spray the inside of the switch through the hole with an electric contact cleaner The brakes are operated by 12 volt current from your tow vehicle and MUST BE (such as Spra- Kleen) and reinsert pin. A drop of light household oil on the groove HOOKED UP SO THAT YOU HAVE AN INTEGRAL SYSTEM WITH YOUR TOW near the base of the pin will allow the pin to operate freely.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM LOADING When loading heavy objects such as tools, skillets, irons, and boxes of canned goods, etc. keep them as low as possible - preferably on the floor. Try to hold additional weight B The label on this page is a sample of the weight information chart provided in all behind the axle to a minimum. Airstream vehicles. The label lists weight and loading information specific to your trailer.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM WEIGHING YOUR TRAILER Use a scale, such as a bathroom scale, that has a lower weight limit than your tongue The diagrams show how to weigh the trailer on scales. load, to check the tongue weight by using the following method (see illustration). The allowable personal cargo must be distributed in your trailer in such a manner that Place a piece of wood of approxi- the Gross Axle Weight Rating is not exceeded.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM HITCHING UP or other qualified personnel for instruction on the proper hitching of your trailer.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM TOWING TIPS brake. Don’t turn off the engine. Increase the engine idle speed. Lift the engine hood and check for fluid leaks at the radiator overflow outlet. Check to see that all drive belts We want every owner to be a safe and courteous driver. A few hours of towing practice are intact and the radiator fan is turning. If you have a problem have it fixed at the next in a large empty supermarket lot will make pulling your trailer over the road much opportunity.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM Passing applying the trailer brakes with your manual control will help eliminate sway. B ON FREEWAYS OR EXPRESSWAYS try to pick the lane you want and stay in it. Always WARNING: CHOCK THE TRAILER WHEELS when stopping on a hill or maintain plenty of space between you and the car ahead, at least the length of the tow slope. Leaving your tow vehicle in gear is not enough for standstill safety. Do not vehicle plus trailer for every ten miles per hour.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM Backing Up forward to your original position and start over. In BACKING UP the important thing to remember is to DO EVERYTHING SLOWLY and If your spouse or traveling companion normally directs you when backing they should to correct immediately if you see the trailer turning the wrong way. Concentrate on the position themselves forward of the tow vehicle so the driver can easily see them. Their rear of the trailer.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM B Controlling Sway or Fishtailing manufacturer does not provide sway control devices. Sway or fishtailing is the sideways action of a trailer caused by external forces. It is Tongue weight – The tongue weight should be between 10% to 15% of the total travel common for travel trailers to sway in response to strong winds or crosswinds or when trailer weight.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM SUGGESTED PRE-TRAVEL CHECK LIST 12. Pull forward some 50 ft., test brakes, and check site for forgotten objects and cleanliness. Interior NOTICE! CHECK WHEEL LUGS 1. Turn off water pump switch On first trip, tighten wheel lugs at start and at 10, 25, and 100 miles. Torque alumi- 2. Check battery water level num wheels to 120 ft. lbs. and steel wheels to 95 ft. lbs. There after, check wheel 3.
TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM B Trailer Equipment and Accessories Motoring Essentials 1. Water hose, 5/8 in. high pressure, tasteless, odorless, non-toxic, 1. Display the tow vehicle and trailer registration properly. (2 -- 25 ft. sections). 2. Carry drivers license. 2. “Y” connection -- water hose. 3. In Canada you’ll need a non-residence liability insurance card and your 3. The sewer hose with clamp. 4. Drain cap with hose drain. 4. In Mexico you must have special auto insurance. 5.
CAMPING SAFETY WARNING: As always, safety should be one of your top priorities. Make sure you, and everyone traveling with you, can operate the main door and exit window rapidly without light. Don’t smoke in bed. Contemplate other means of escape in case the designated exits are blocked. Keep matches out of reach of small children! WARNING: The escape windows(s) are identified by their red release handles. Lift up both latches to release the escape window.
CAMPING OVERNIGHT STOP off the tow vehicle’s springs it will provide some stability. If you must parked on a slope, PARK FACING DOWNHILL. It is easier to level the trailer this way. Airstream owners have parked virtually every placing imaginable from filling stations to C farmlands. In time you’ll develop a knack for spying wonderful little roadside locations All you need to do to enjoy the self-contained luxury of your Airstream is to turn on the by turning off the main highway and exploring.
CAMPING EXTENDED STAY LEVEL FROM FRONT TO REAR by disconnecting the hitch from the tow vehicle, putting the jack pad under the hitch jack and adjusting the jack up or down until you are Making a long trip in your Airstream is not very different from making a weekend level. Block or chock the wheels to keep the trailer from rolling. Use STABILIZING excursion.
CAMPING CITY WATER HOOK-UP THINGS NOT TO PUT INTO TOILET OR DRAINS 1. Facial tissues (they do not dissolve like toilet paper). et Inl City Water 2. Detergents or bleach. Use a sewage tank deodorizer, available from dealer. 3. Automotive antifreeze, ammonia, alcohols, or acetone. C 4. Table scraps or other solids that may clog the drains. SHORELINE POWER SUPPLY Simply connect hose to source, open the valve and you have pressurized faucets, toilet and water heater.
CAMPING WINTER TRAVELING can turn the heat back on? Is the temperature dropping or raising? Remember, when towing at 50 MPH the wind chill factor will cause the interior of the trailer to cool much Traveling in sub-freezing temperatures will require certain precautions to protect the faster than a trailer that is parked. plumbing system and your personal belongings from being damaged by freezing.
CAMPING Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious problem. When you recognize warm air, and allow some cool outside air to get inside the vehicle, so the furnace will the signs of excessive moisture and condensation in the trailer, action should be taken not recycle the humid interior air. to minimize their effects. NOTICE: Your trailer is not designed, nor intended, for permanent housing.
CAMPING What are molds ? For more information of controlling moisture in the RV, please read, “Tips to Controlling Condensation,” located in this manual. Molds are microscopic organisms that naturally occur in virtually every environment, indoors and out. Outdoors, mold growth is important in the decomposition of plants. *If using a dehumidifier, please read and follow all manufacturer instructions and Indoors, mold growth is unfavorable.
CAMPING and located on the interior wall just forward of the room. The left switch, marked lock SLIDE OUT ROOM downs, must be used first. The lock downs are the large paddle latches on each end of the room. Depress the switch to the unlock position and hold. You will see the The trailer should be level prior to extending the slide out room. paddle latch on the forward end of the room retracting.
CAMPING panel reveals the motor and main drive shaft extending from the motor to the two gear driven slides. On one end of the motor is a short lever. Swinging the lever up releases a brake that prevents the shaft from turning when the motor is shut off. With the brake released, it’s now possible to turn the drive shaft with a 3/4-inch wrench. The octagon stub for C emergency use of a wrench is located on the end of the drive shaft towards the back of the trailer.
CAMPING NOTES C C - 10
EXTERIOR CLEANING individually, being careful not to scratch the finish. Exterior Skin If a substance is found on the coating that cannot be removed by normal washing procedures, Airstream recommends using DX 330 Acryli-Clean made by PPG Industries. As a general rule of thumb we recommend the trailer be washed about every four Follow all directions and warnings on the product container. Acryli-Clean should be weeks and waxed in the spring and fall.
EXTERIOR Main Door Clean your trailer windows the same way you clean the windows in your home. Clean the seals with a damp cloth or mild detergent every three to six months, taking care NOTICE: When towing, the door lock and dead bolt must be secured. If it is not to use strong solvents, as they will damage the seals. A coat of natural silicone not locked, the constant vibration of travel may cause the door to open with lubricant applied after the seal has dried will keep it flexible.
EXTERIOR To Open Chassis Coupler Operating Instructions Hitch Ball Height 1. To open - slide forward and pull up to open latch before inserting ball. The standard RECOMMENDED HITCH BALL HEIGHT for the Airstream Safari and 2. Place coupler on ball of same diameter as coupler and Bambi is 17 ¾ ” except for the 22 ft. model which is 18”. If you plan long trips with of same or greater capacity.
EXTERIOR TIRES WARNING: Never attempt to change any tire without securely chocking D Your trailer is equipped at the factory with name brand trailer tires. Airstream dealers remaining wheels. Never position yourself in a manner where a raised trailer can come cannot make adjustments to tires. A dealer who handles that particular brand must do down on you if it should become dislodged from a jack or ramp. this.
EXTERIOR TIRES 5. Make every effort to avoid running over objects that may damage the tire through In an emergency, remove the flat tire. The independent suspension of the rubber tor- impact or cutting, such as chuckholes, glass, metal, etc. sion axle allows four or six wheeled units to be safely towed on three or five wheels for a short distance (100 miles maximum) and only at a low speed (30 MPH). 6. Never drive on smooth tires.
EXTERIOR TIRE ROTATION (10,000-mile intervals) Radial Tires D SPARE TIRE The spare tire for Airstreams is stored under the front of the trailer. The front handle of the tire carrier is a one-inch tube protruding out from under the front A-frame on the curbside. It is secured by a bracket and bolt along the inside of the A frame rail. Removing the bolts allows the front on the tire carrier to be lowered and the spare tire removed.
EXTERIOR AXLE AND RUNNING GEAR ASSEMBLY Wheel Bearing Maintenance 1. Jack trailer at marked jack location pad behind axle on mainframe, Each RUBBER TORSION axle is aligned during manufacturing, and double-checked on a random basis. Alignment after delivery is the customer’s responsibility. 2. Remove hubcap or spindle cover, wheel and tire. Hitting chuck holes or rough railroad tracks while going straight will only cause 3. Remove cotter pin.
EXTERIOR 15. Install washer and spindle nut. 16. While rotating the wheel, tighten the spindle nut with a 12” wrench until there is a slight tension. Then back off one notch and install cotter pin. There should now be from .001” to .010” end play in hub. If not, back off one notch. 17. Check the lug nuts at 10, 25 miles and recheck at 50 miles of travel. Torque aluminum wheels to 120 ft. lbs and steel wheels to 95 ft. lbs.
EXTERIOR ELECTRIC BRAKES HOW TO USE YOUR ELECTRIC BRAKES PROPERLY A CONTROLLER installed in your tow vehicle will synchronize the trailer brakes with Your trailer brakes are designed to work in synchronization with your tow vehicle your tow vehicle brakes. It is designed to apply the trailer brakes whenever the tow brakes. Never use your tow vehicle or trailer brakes alone to stop the combined load. vehicle brakes are applied.
EXTERIOR POWER JACK (Option) Maintenance A switch located on the bottom of the housing operates the power jack. When the jack 1. Every two years remove screws and cover and check grease condition. Use HMP is fully extended or retracted internal limit switches automatically shut off the motor. grease similar to lubricate 630AA and spread on gear teeth, Grease is not required on the nylon timing gears.
EXTERIOR TIRES under inflation brings about an increased risk of tread separation, handling difficulties, and possibly tires failure, caused by overheating. Load and Inflation Information for Your Tires IMPORTANT: Lowering tire pressure in the search for a smoother ride is not only Maintaining proper tire inflation pressure is essential for both tire safety and dangerous, it’s relatively ineffective, and as the difference in the ride quality is performance. not significant.
EXTERIOR WEIGHING YOUR TRAVEL TRAILER OR TOWED VEHICLE tire load, and all tires on the axle should carry the same inflation pressure. COLD TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE is the tire pressure checked in the morning before you drive Since a trailer or towed vehicle adds to the load on your RV’s tires, it is crucial to more than a few miles or before rising ambient temperatures or the sun’s radiant heat properly weigh towed vehicles. A travel trailer should first be weighed with the tongue, affects it.
EXTERIOR remaining tread depth. stamped on the rim? • Is there enough dual spacing offset for the rear wheel positions? Proper Inspection and Storage of Tires Tires used on most RVs are driven at or near maximum loads during hot weather and then are left idle for months. In normal use oils in the tire come to the surface during Before taking your RV on a trip or when removing from an extended storage period, flexing and protect the rubber from ultraviolet light.
EXTERIOR Lug Nut Torquing whenever the trailer makes a tight turn. When you go around corners, especially slow, tight ones, the wheels on your trailer are subject to these strong side loads. This tends to flex the wheel and gradually loosen the wheel nuts. Although the ma- WARNING: WHEEL SEPARATION CAN OCCUR terials and manufacturing methods are maximized for this kind of service, these extra 1. On first trip, tighten wheel lugs at start and at 10, 25, and 50 miles.
EXTERIOR Customers replacing original equipment that has not been tested for compatibility must ensure the replacements are compatible to the hub and drum assembly installed. Such elements of compatibility include, but are not limited to: · Diameter of the hub-mounting surface. · Stud length and diameter. · Location and number of studs. · Center hold diameter for the wheel. · Wheel mounting offset from the rim center. · Rated capacity of the wheel. · Wheel fastener torque.
INTERIOR The interior of all Airstream trailers has been designed for comfort, convenience, du- condition is reached. rability and appearance. How you use it and how you take care of it naturally depends on you. However, if you learn to operate the interior components and take care of them Code W and the trailer properly, this knowledge will add to your pleasure as well as the long life of your trailer.
INTERIOR Draperies Shower Stall NOTICE: All drapery materials and mattress covers must be professionally dry- To clean your fiberglass shower stall unit use warm water and one of the stronger liquid cleaned. detergents. Do not use abrasive cleaners, they may scratch and dull the surface of your unit. Stubborn stains can be removed with solvents such as turpentine, paint thinner or For Safari models remove the draperies by unsnapping them from the wall, removing acetone.
INTERIOR Dinette Table Aquajet water pump (Optional Equipment) To open the folding table, lift into a horizontal position and pull the table leg down Water pressure at some campgrounds may be low. The water pump can be turned toward the vertical position until it snaps into place, The leg is hinged at the front edge on to assist the city water hookup pressure. Be sure there is some water in the fresh of the table and is held against the bottom of the table with Velcro. To extend into the water tank.
INTERIOR Linoleum Clothes hung in wardrobes should be kept on hangers that snap over the clothes rods to keep them from “jumping” off on rough roads. Evening dresses should be kept in Clean with any standard linoleum floor cleaner the plastic bags like dry cleaning businesses use. No matter how hard you try, if you travel a long dusty section of road the dust will work its way into the trailer and soil Bath Area Remote Switches clothes. Try to avoid large bulky coats.
INTERIOR WEEKLY TESTING OF YOUR SMOKE ALARM use only batteries specified in Owner’s Manual or on unit. Test unit after installing a new battery. 1. FOR A COMPLETE WEEKLY TEST OF THE ELECTRONICS AND THE SENSOR OPERATION, FIRMLY DEPRESS THE TEST BUTTON ON THE COVER OF THE 3. Clean and vacuum the openings on your smoke alarm once a month. SMOKE ALARM FOR A FEW SECONDS. The smoke LED (light emitting diode), which is the indicator light under the clear Push-to-Test button, will blink once per 4.
INTERIOR TAKING CARE OF YOUR SMOKE ALARM 2. Remove the smoke alarm from the mounting bracket by twisting counterclockwise Your smoke alarm has been designed and manufactured to be as maintenance-free 3. Replace old battery with a fresh one. If your smoke alarm has a safety light, the as possible. Here are a few simple steps you must perform, in addition to the weekly miniature lamp operates on two AA batteries. (See recommended batteries below.
INTERIOR USING THE TAMPER RESIST LOCKING MECHANISM SPECIAL SMOKE ALARM FEATURES To make the smoke alarm somewhat tamper resistant, a “locking pin” has been provided If your smoke alarm has one or more of these special features, read the following: in the base of the unit. It will help deter a child or other individual from removing the smoke alarm from the bracket. See Figure 7. The following directions can install this.
INTERIOR OPERATION Please read the operating instructions for your detector, which have been supplied Your LP gas detector is wired directly to your vehicle batteries and incorporates a with the paper work of your unit. 1-amp in-line fuse. When the device is operating normally the green LED will be lit. WARNING: Have a professional check your system if you have any WARNING: It is not recommended that the detector be disconnected doubts. from the battery during periods of storage.
INTERIOR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM NOTICE: This carbon monoxide alarm is designed for indoor use only. Do not The following information is highlights from the folder provided by the alarm manufac- expose to rain or moisture. Do not knock or drop the alarm. Do not open or turer. The folder, with more detailed information, is contained in your Owners’ Packet. tamper with the alarm as this could cause malfunction.
INTERIOR WHAT IS CARBON MONOXIDE Medium Exposure - Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas which is released when fuels are Extreme Exposure - Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure, burnt. It is invisible, has no smell and is therefore very difficult to detect with the human Exposure to carbon monoxide can cause brain damage, death. senses.
PLUMBING LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) would be appliances that light but have lower than normal flame or starve out from lack of gas, a substantial reduction in the flame when another appliance is operating, FILL VALVE or pilots that are difficult to light. If this should happen, the following steps should eliminate the condition: Your trailer is equipped with LP tank fill valves called “RV Type I Acme” connection. The large, green, nylon swivel nut is a right hand thread and is designed for hand 1.
PLUMBING AUTOMATIC GAS REGULATOR LPG BOTTLES All models are equipped with a two stage automatic change over gas regulator that The following step-by-step procedure gives you the proper method of removing and offers the convenience of automatic changeover from empty to full gas cylinders. Both installing these bottles: tanks are connected to this regulator. 1. Turn the knob on your automatic regulator so the arrow points to the tank opposite the one to be removed.
PLUMBING A warning label has been located in the cooking area to remind you to provide WARNING: Your LP tanks must be filled as directed by the tank manu- an adequate supply of fresh air for combustion. Unlike homes, the amount of facturer. Instructions are located on a decal near the fill valve. The decal must oxygen supply is limited due to the size of the recreational vehicle; and, proper not be defaced. ventilation when using the cooking appliances will avoid dangers of asphyxiation.
PLUMBING NOTES F F-4
PLUMBING WATER SYSTEM-SELF CONTAINED needed to sanitize the tank. B) Multiply “Liters of tank capacity” by 1.0; the result is the milliliters of bleach Fill the water tank by opening the exterior access door and remove screw cap. A needed to sanitize the tank. garden hose can now be inserted. It’s a good idea to let the water run through the hose 2. Mix into solution the proper amount of bleach within a container of water. for a short time to flush it out.
PLUMBING The 28 ft. W is under the refrigerator. The bottom cabinet panel pulls off for access. Your plumbing system has a built in pressure regulator to protect your lines and faucets from extremely high pressures on some city water systems. The 27 ft. Front Bed is under the under the roadside wardrobe. The bottom two NOTICE: Turn the Sureflo water pump off when hooked to city water. A check cabinet panels pulls off for access. valve inside the pump protects water flowing back to the fresh water tank.
PLUMBING WINTERIZING AND STORAGE The 23 foot model have a white petcock under the trailer on the tank pan between the roadside tires to drain the water tank. The 23 foot model also has two valves located under the bed for draining the hot and cold water lines. They can be reached through a When storing your trailer for short or long periods use the same precautions as you hole in the bed top of through the exterior access door in the rear of the trailer.
PLUMBING 14. Remove any items (food, cosmetics, etc.) from trailer interior that might be dam- 7. Disconnect the water pump inlet connection and turn the pump on until all the water aged by freezing - or might damage the trailer if containers break. is expelled. This water, about 1/2 cup, can be caught in a towel or rag. For additional winterizing protection add a non-toxic antifreeze (approved for drinking 8.
PLUMBING Water Heater Bypass 25 Ft. F B is through the curbside front exterior access door. For Normal Operation 25 ft A & B models are accessed through the roadside rear access door. Turn water heater by-pass valves to normal flow position. Shut off valve B - open 28 Ft. rear bed model is under the front lounge on the roadside. An access hole is valves A and C. provided in the lounge top. For Winterizing (bypass position) close valves A and C, open valve B. 27 Ft.
PLUMBING NOTES F F - 10
PLUMBING DRAIN AND WASTE SYSTEM Emptying Tanks Your trailer has a drain and waste system that includes waste-holding tanks made from Almost all campgrounds will have dumping facilities. Park directories such as Woodalls molded plastic, free from corrosion problems, with trouble-free dump valves. and Rand McNally also list dumping stations.
PLUMBING BLACK TANK FLUSH (Optional) Drain Systems Cleaning The trailer has a water hose connector marked “black tank flush”. To use, hook up a The only cleaning agents that can be used without causing harm to the system are hose and turn on full force. Within the tank a spray head with a multiple holed head household ammonia and tri-sodium phosphate in small quantities. Do not use any will spray the interior surface of the tank.
PLUMBING TOILET Manufacturer: Thetford Corporation 7101 Jackson Road Ann Arbor, MI 48103 313-769-6000 The RV toilet in your Airstream is a design that has been used for many years. There are two pedals. The large pedal opens and closes the slide mechanism, and the smaller pedal opens and closes a water valve. F In normal use, when you are hooked up to city water, both pedals are depressed together. This dumps the sewage and fresh water and flushes down the side of the bowl.
PLUMBING Questions LAVATORY FAUCET, STANDARD • If you have any questions please call the Moen toll-free help lines: Moen, Chateau Single handled Kitchen Faucet w/Protégé Side Spray 1-877-DRINK-H20 Model 7460 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 P.M. 1-877-374-6542 Saturday For parts and local warranty service contact Moen at 1-800-Buy Moen 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. F CARE AND MAINTENANCE All that is needed to clean your faucet is a soft damp cloth.
PLUMBING Questions LAVATORY FAUCET, UPGRADE PACKAGE • If you have any questions please call the Moen toll-free help lines: Moen, Chateau Single handled Filtered Kitchen Faucet w/Protégé Side Spray 1-877-DRINK-H20 Model F7430 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 P.M. 1-877-374-6542 Saturday F CARE AND MAINTENANCE All that is needed to clean your faucet is a soft damp cloth. Moen does not recommend the use of scour pads, cleansers or chemicals.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OPERATION BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH The major portion of electrical power in your Airstream is 12-volt. The 12-volt current The disconnect switch is used to separate the batteries from the 12-volt distribution powers the fans, furnaces, water pump, and water heater ignition. The exceptions panel and converter charging system. would be the air conditioner and microwave oven.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM To insure maximum battery capacity on the charge and the discharge, the bat- BATTERY (Lead Acid) tery terminals and the inside portion of the cable connector should be scraped NOTICE: A normal battery can discharge by itself in 30 to 40 days when not in or brushed until both of these surfaces are shiny bright. The cable connectors use, therefore, IT IS NECESSARY TO PERIODICALLY CHECK THE BATTERY AND should then be reconnected to the battery and tightened.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tion needs to be clean and tightened regularly. During the winter the batteries should be removed from the trailer and stored in a cool, dry place, where there is no danger of freezing. It should be kept full of water, cleaned and charged monthly. A battery that is allowed to completely lose its charge will never Battery Storage: regain its original power or a full charge.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM A. NOTICE: When installing a battery (s) always observe polarity. Connecting a battery Main charge line from tow vehicle reverse polarity will blow the power converter main fuses located on the 12 volt D.C. B. Trailer Batteries distribution fuse block. C. Converter 120-VOLT AC PANEL BOARD The power sources above are all electrically connected to the 12-volt distribution fuse panel that distributes current to interior branch circuits.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Converter Testing the inverter is located under the monitor panel. Overloading the inverter will cause a automatic shut off to activate. Removing the load will allow the inverter to reset. A. Confirm 120 volt power is going into converter. B. Disconnect the 12+ wire from the master switch. C. Using a voltmeter check voltage output between heavy positive and negative wires coming out of converter. D. The voltage must be within 13.8 and 14.0 volts.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12-Volt Circuit Diagram 1 2 3 4 5 6 20 20 20 20 20 20 * Circuit 1 - Bedroom, Bath fan, Storage compartment lights Circuit 2 - Living Area, Galley, Radio Circuit 3 - Water pump, range, Vents/Lights, Refrigerator * - 12 Volt feed from battery disconnect Circuit 4 - TV Jacks G Circuit 5 - Ceiling fan, Bath Lights Circuit 6 - Hitch jack & light, Furnace G-6
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TV ANTENNA Checking Operation: Manufacturer: Winegard Company 3000 Kirkwood Street Burlington, Iowa 52601 1. Tune TV receiver to nearest station and rotate an- Raising Antenna Phone: 800-843-4741 tenna for best picture and sound. 2. Turn off switch on power supply. Picture on TV receiver should be considerably degraded with the power off. Raising Antenna to Operating Position DO’S Turn elevating crank in “UP” direction until some resistance to turning is noted.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Maintenance TV Booster/12 Volt Outlet Lubrication The TV booster amplifies the signal from the TV antenna. Pushing the small button activates and deactivates the booster. A green light comes on when the booster To lubricate the elevating gear apply a liberal amount of silicone spray lubricant to the is activated. For viewing while hooked up to an exterior cable TV source, turn the elevating gear with the lift in the down position, then run the lift up and down a few booster off.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SATELLITE ANTENNA WIRING If you compare the two previous drawings you’ll see wiring for a satellite dish antenna is relatively simple. COAXIAL CABLE WITH CABLE HOOK UP TV Antenna credenza on all models except the slide-out model with the overhead TV, Antenna Lead in TV Front TV Jack W/Booster which is located in the cabinet to the roadside of the TV. The faceplate has TV cable TV circuit when in use.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SOLAR PANEL PRE-WIRE Airstream Travel Trailers are pre-wired for by routing the proper size hole. The Cat 5 wire is The following drawing is the way Airstream wires the plugged into the display panel. system on factory installed units and is the recom- an mended wiring for use of the pre-wire system. Intermountain Solar Technology Solar Panel/Charge NOTICE: The Yellow wire must be fused with a Controller/Display System.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Wireless Speakers (Optional) Your trailer may have wireless speakers which is included in the optional upgrade package. An operating guide is included with each kit. The selector is located in the front roof locker. A port is located in the selector switch to plug the speaker sending unit. Operating Guide -Turn Master Volume to 10. -Turn speaker selection to outdoor or both. -Select mono on speaker (if one speaker being used). -Adjust volume on speaker to desired level.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 110-VOLT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM or to a cold water pipe. When no water pipe is available drive a metal rod two City Power feet into the ground and attach the ground lug to it, thus providing the unit with proper grounding. The Airstream converter system enables you to use the lights and appliances whether operating on self-contained battery power or hooked up to 110-volt city power. The To operate self-contained, simply disconnect the power supply cable.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) Many states require trailers which are sold in their state, and which have exterior 110 volt receptacles, to have a ground fault circuit interrupter. Trailers manufactured for sale in these states have type THQL IS amp GFCI breakers installed on the general circuit, since the exterior breaker is on this circuit. The breaker replaced the standard TQL-15 amp breaker.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM GFCI Receptacle GFCI s are proven lifesavers, however, consumers need to take a few minutes each month to do this simple test. By taking action, you can help protect your family from the risk of electric shock. To properly test GFCI receptacles in your home: GFCI Breaker Push the “Reset” button located on the GFCI receptacle, first to A Perform this test on the GFI Breaker each month and record the date on the chart. B 1. With handle B in “ON” position, press PUSH TO TEST button A.
APPLIANCES AIR CONDITIONER All appliances are delivered to Airstream Inc. with in depth Owner’s Manuals. Those manuals are included in the delivery case supplied by your dealer. The manuals may contain warnings, cautions, and operating instruction that should be read and followed Manufacturer: before operating the appliances.
APPLIANCES FURNACE sive at first; but will quickly gain confidence. The basic operation of the gas ranges have been the same for many years, but please be sure to read all the directions Manufacturer: furnished by the manufacturer and located in the Owner’ s Packet. Excellent service Hydro Flame Corporation 1874 and parts manuals are available from the manufacturer.
APPLIANCES REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Manufacturer: The refrigerator requires 12-volt current to operate even if running on LP or 110 volt Dometic Sales Corporation 2320 modes. The 12-volt is used to power the circuit board that directs the refrigerator Industrial Parkway P.O. Box 490 functions. When running in a mode such as LP, it means the heat source, by far the Elkhart, Indiana 46514 largest power requirement; to evaporate the ammonia is being provided by an LP Phone: 1-800-544-4881 Gas burner.
APPLIANCES WATER HEATER SAFETY Manufacturer If your water system is full and cold and the water heater is ignited the system can Atwood Mobile Products 4750 see pressures as high as 120 psi before the relief valve starts to open. Since the water Hiawatha Drive P.O. Box 1205 system normally operates in the 40-psi range the water expanding does put unusual Rockford, Illinois 61105 stress on the system.
APPLIANCES HIGH VOLUME ROOF VENT (OPTIONAL) WHEN EQUIPPED WITH REVERSE SWITCH Manufacturer: 1) Turn fan motor off by: FAN-TASTIC VENT CORP. a) Setting 3-speed switch to “O” - OFF. 2083 S. Almont Ave. b) Closing Dome. Imlay City, MI 48444 c) Selecting center position on IN/OUT rocker switch 1-313-742-0330 2) Wait for fan blade to stop. 1-800-521-0298 3) Select IN position, brings air from the roof area into your coach (pressurizes inside).
APPLIANCES MONITOR PANEL The monitor system has been calibrated at the factory and should never need another calibration. If you feel the system is not operating correctly, please contact CATCON Micropulse Systems Monitor Products or a local Airstream dealer. The following instructions are provided for quali- CATCON PRODUCTS INC. fied service technicians. 817-921-2188 sales@catconproducts.com MONITOR WIRE CONNECTIONS techsupport@catconproducts.
APPLIANCES MICROPULSE SYSTEMS MONITOR OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TO OBTAIN EXACT READING This example shows the monitor reporting the following: To obtain an exact reading of all systems press and release the status button one time. The monitor will flash the LED beside the system it is about to report. It will than Monitor Display R Fresh Water G Gray Water 1 Y Gray Water 2 G Black Water G Battery display the exact condition of that system by lighting the bar graph from Empty to Full.
SPECIFICATIONS Note: All weights were made on prototype vehicles. Your production trailer may vary slightly. More information on weighing and loading your trailer can be found under “Weight Rating” in the forward section of this manual. Information pertaining to your trailer can be found in your vehicle on the back of the wardrobe door about 60” up from the floor.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIAL EDITION MODEL 19’ 20’ 23’ 25’ AB 25’ SS 25’ FB 27’ 28’ Length - Exterior 19’ 2” 20’ 10” 23’ 25’11” 25’ 11” 25’ 11” 28’ 27’11” Width - Exterior 8’ 8’ 8’ 8’ 5 ½” 8’ 5 ½ 8’ 5 ½” 8’ 5 ½” 8’ 5 ½” Width-Interior 7’ 7” 7’ 7” 7’ 7” 8’ 1” 8’ 1” 8’ 1” 8’ 1” 8’ 1” Height-Ext. w/ A/C 9 ’5” 9’ 5” 9’ 5” 9’ 7” 9’ 7” 9’ 7” 9’ 7” 9’ 7” Height-Int.
INDEX Accessories ........................................................ B-10 Cleaning ............................................................... D-1 Emergency Escape Window......................... C-1, D-2 Air Conditioner ..................................................... H-1 Circuit Breakers ..................................G-1, G-4, G-13 Exhaust Fans ........................................................ E-3 Antenna TV ...........................................................
INDEX Interior .................................................................. E-1 Safety .................................... A-5, C-1, E-8, F-3, H-4 Upholstery ............................................................ E-1 Safety Chains ....................................................... B-7 Jacks .................................. B-6, C-2, C-8, D-3, D-10 Sanitizing ...............................................................F-5 Valves, Drain .............................................
