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Summary of Contents for 1980 Argosy

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Page 3: ...1980Airstream Argosy Trailer Owner s Manual...

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Page 5: ...strations and specifications contained in this literature are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication approval The right is reserved to make changes at any time wi...

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Page 7: ...rage and W nterizing 35 Exterior Ident fica ions 36 Exterior 42 Floor Plans 45 Interior 55 L P G System 69 Refrigerator 71 M crowave Oven 75 Range and Oven 77 Furnace 79 Water Heater 82 Water System 8...

Page 8: ...under your Airstream Argosy Limited Warranty is available through our nationwide network of factory trained specialists at A rstream ArgosyCertified Dealer Service Centers An up to date l st of Dealer...

Page 9: ...minated floor stained upholstery carpeting drapes etc Overload Damage due to loadlng either beyond capacity or to cause improper tow ng because of Improper balance IS beyond Airstream s respons bil ty...

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Page 11: ...One 10 ft or 20 ft Sewer Hose 21 One Thetford Sewer Hose Adapter Straight or Elbow 22 One Elbow Sewer Hose Outlet 23 Two 2 Y7 to 3 34 Adjustable Hose Clamps 24 One Thetford Plastic Cap with Hose Drain...

Page 12: ...stream weighing 6500 pounds totally loaded for travel and a vehicle with 350 cubic inch displacement engine divide 6500 by 350 giving a value of 18 5 pounds of trailer weight per cubic inch engine dis...

Page 13: ...he controller full on position should provide firm braking action just short of skidding on dry pavement Follow the chart and change the setting to achieve greater or less braking as required Due to n...

Page 14: ...brakes oslng tow vehlcle w t h 12 volt system MODEL TRAILER WT Ibs 20 Ft None requlred above 2 500 2 000 2 500 24 Ft 3 500 4 000 25 Ft 3 500 4 000 28 Ft 5 200 6 000 31 Ft 5 200 6 000 To loosen turn c...

Page 15: ...n your tow vehicle for proper brake operation It is extremely important to note that Excella Vac uses an entirely different system for controlling brake operation It is not compatible in any way with...

Page 16: ...extra plug is supplied in the kit The power brake booster Fig 3 located in the trailer tongue supplies hydraulic pressure to the disc brake calipers The fluid level in the booster s master cylinder r...

Page 17: ...parking brakes by disconnecting the trailer vacuum line The self adjusting disc brake calipers Fig 6 should be inspected for wear any time the wheels are removed for tire rotation wheel bearing mainte...

Page 18: ...e Dura Torque axle is designed to last the life of your trailer w thout servlce except for lubrication of the wheel bearings Under no circumstances should welding be done on or near the axle The diagr...

Page 19: ...Purchasers Add 6 Sales Tax The Exclusive Caravanner Travel Trailer Insurance Plan When you own a quality product such as your Airstream or Argosy Travel Trailer it makes sense to protect your investme...

Page 20: ...N THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST CLASS PERMIT NO 3922 PASADENA CA I L I POSTAGk WILL BE PAID BY ADDRtSSEt L Caravanner Insurance Inc _ P O Box 7037 101 W Walnut Pasadena CA 91108 1980Airs...

Page 21: ...s it is necessary to load all of your allowable personal cargo example above 1000 Ibs total and variable weights Then hitch trailer to tow veh cle with load equaliz ng hitch properly adjusted see the...

Page 22: ...ross from ITEM 1 Column A Factory Weight weight without options and variable weights I e 4691 Ibs Next fill in the total weights of the options and variable weights with which your traller IS equipped...

Page 23: ...in the axle system weights of the options and variable weights with which your trailer is equipped from the Axle System col rmns on Chart B or C page 20 21 Add all of the weights together and this tot...

Page 24: ...hout opt ons and var able we yhts Column A Maximum Personal Cargo Total includes a x e systems 8 tongue Item 1 L 69 Column B Recommended Personal Cargo on Tongue Column C Maximum Personal Cargo on Axl...

Page 25: ...ach Entertainment Group L Front Lounge Microwave Oven Refrigerator RM 100 25 Ft Twin and Double Space Locker Spare Tire Bracket Spare Tire T V Antenna I 1 I I I I 1 Recommended Personal Cargo on Tongu...

Page 26: ...System Axle System Axle System Variable Weights 25 Ft T 5800 4244 1556 5200 3575 1625 669 D 5800 4212 1588 5200 3608 1592 604 28 Ft T 7 100 4443 2657 6400 3821 2579 622 31 Ft T 7 100 4691 2409 6400 40...

Page 27: ...1 3000 2230 770 309 22Ft 3800 2799 1001 3300 2550 750 249 24Ft 4500 3317 1183 4000 2970 1030 347 25 Ft T 5800 3956 1844 5200 3342 1858 614 D 5800 3926 1874 5200 3372 1828 554 28Ft T 7 100 4143 2957 64...

Page 28: ...u d Only Water Heater Liqu d Only Windows Double Pane Windows Vista View Excella Vac Disc Brakes Tongue NA 10 6 5 3 6 5 215 425 50 Variable Variable Variable 20 STD Axle Systerrl 114 NA NA 42 48 2 5 9...

Page 29: ...NA Not Ava lable T Std nExcella II tra lers T V Antenna Water Heater Liquid Only 1 50 Windows Double Pane l ariable 69 42 9 31 Windows Vista View Excella Vac Disc Brakes Variable Variable 1 9 1 1 7 27...

Page 30: ...ra violet deterioration to tires To change a tire with a jack see the label affixed to the underbelly just to the rear of the wheels This indicates the proper jack placement On tandem axle models a fl...

Page 31: ...ile Do not reduce pressure when tires are hot use a tire gauge to check pressure and maintain it at the recommended level 2 NEVER overload your tires The maximum load carrying capability of your tires...

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Page 33: ...he front wheels and 1 3 by the rear wheels of the tow vehicle see diagram Thus the tire loading of each wheel on the tow vehicle will be increased by 1 6of the trailer s tongue weight The tire air pre...

Page 34: ...g will teach you how far to pull up the bar and you may wish to mark the chain links that match your rig Always choose level ground for checking correct hook up For further information see hitch manuf...

Page 35: ...ped Never tow your trailer with the jack down Check that the fold away step is up and that the main door is completely closed and locked for tow ng If it is not locked the constant vibration of travel...

Page 36: ...returning to the right hand lane speed It is both courteous and sensible to signal pull onto the shoulder and let them pass Your trailer is designed to be towed easily at any legal speed so if you ar...

Page 37: ...head and keep the car in the highest possible gear If you get stuck it is best to tow out both car and trailer together without unhitching If you have to tow long distance over bad roads the stones an...

Page 38: ...s pointing in the steering wheel Always try to back to correct immediately if you see the trailer turning the desired direction Then turn the steering your left becausethe visibility is much the wrong...

Page 39: ...this purpose Booklets are available which list these dumping stations When stopping for the night your Airstream is built to be safely parked in any spot that is relatively level and where the ground...

Page 40: ...ing tires in a hole for leveling Level from front to rear by disconnecting the hitch from the car putting the jack pad under the hitch jack and adjusting the jack up or down until you are level Block...

Page 41: ...ls on this procedure refer to page 86 Turn on gas supply light the range and oven pilots light the water heater refrigerator and furnace pilots See pages 69 82 for complete details on L P G system and...

Page 42: ...r line outs de the trailer You should remember that low temperatures in combination with high winds cause an equivalent chill temperature much below what your thermometer is reading For instance with...

Page 43: ...will go and let any remaining water drain out the rear drain valves on models so equipped 9 Pour a cup of approved nontoxic antifreeze into the lavatory sink and tub drains to prevent trap freeze up...

Page 44: ...y 33 89 13 Furnacevent 79 2 Bathroom exhaust fan 68 8 License plate light 1 12 14 Main door step 43 3 Air conditioner optional 62 65 9 Stop tail turn and backing lights 1 12 15 Exterior light 1 12 4 R...

Page 45: ...nel 82 18 Clearance light 112 24 Univolt vent 30 Water inlet city 83 19 Roof vent 66 25 Batterycorr partment 91 31 Waste outlet rear bath 86 20 T V antenna optional 44 26 Refrigerator access door 71 2...

Page 46: ...2 13 Exter or light 1 12 2 Bathroom exhaust fan 68 8 Stop tail turn and backing lights 112 14 Electric jack 25 3 Air conditioner optional 62 65 9 B A L stabilizing jacks optional 32 15 L P G tanks and...

Page 47: ...city 83 1 8 T V antenna optional 44 24 Refrigerator access door 71 30 Waste outlet rear bath 86 19 Refrigerator vent 74 25 Water inlet tank 83 20 Coupler 26 26 Waste outlet center bath 86 21 Safety ch...

Page 48: ...on Page No 4 Cluster light 112 8 Main doorstep 43 1 Roof vent 66 5 L P G tanks and regulator 69 9 Safety chains 26 2 Main door light 112 6 Manual jack 10 Coupler 26 3 Clearance I ght 112 7 Furnace ven...

Page 49: ...19 Water inlet city 83 12 Water inlet tank 83 16 Water heater access door 82 20 Stop tail turn and backing light 112 13 Refrigerator vent 74 17 Refrigerator access door 71 21 License plate light 112 1...

Page 50: ...dividually being careful not to scratch the finish For small areas of damage to the plasticoat finish or where oxidation is beginning to occur remove all traces of the coating with a good grade of lac...

Page 51: ...dow is in the desired position See Fig 3 then place the operators into one of the f ve positioning recesses in the frame To close pull the two side operator handles toward the center and slowly lift u...

Page 52: ...ure reverse the handle approximately 1 2 turn push handle up toward the ceiling hold in that position and rotate antenna If you hit a stop in rotation before the picture is clear reverse rotation You...

Page 53: ...eater 82 Air conditioner optional 62 65 Water pump 83 Battery 91 12 volt distribution panel 106 Univolt 89 Water inlet tank 83 Electrical inlet city 89 Toilet 87 88 Range exhaust hood optional 78 Furn...

Page 54: ...optional 62 65 Water heater 82 Univolt 89 Battery 91 12 volt distribution panel 106 Water pump 83 Water inlet tank 83 Electrical inlet city 89 Toilet 87 88 Furnace 79 Sink 65 Range exhaust hood option...

Page 55: ...Stereo AM FM radio tape optional 61 Front lounge 57 Battery 91 Univolt 89 12 volt distribution panel 107 Electrical inlet city 89 120 volt circuit breaker panel 90 Toilet 87 88 19 Air conditioner opt...

Page 56: ...ntral control panel w clock optional 109 Refrigerator 71 Front Lounge 57 Table 58 Univolt 89 Stereo AM FM radio tape optional 61 Battery 9 1 12 volt distribution panel 107 120 volt circuit breaker pan...

Page 57: ...al control panel w clock optional 109 Refrigerator 71 Front Lounge 57 Table 58 Univolt 89 Stereo AM FM radio tape optional 6 1 Battery 91 12 volt distribution panel 107 Toilet 87 88 Water heater 82 Ai...

Page 58: ...109 Refrigerator 71 Front Lounge 57 Table 58 Univolt 89 Stereo AM FM radio tape optional 61 Battery 91 16 12 volt distribution panel 107 17 120 volt c rcuit breaker panel 90 18 Air conditioner optiona...

Page 59: ...Front Lounge 57 Battery 91 Univolt 89 12 volt distribution panel 107 Electrical inlet city 89 120 volt circuit breaker panel 90 Toilet 87 88 Air conditioner optional 62 65 Central control panel optio...

Page 60: ...lt 89 Stereo AM FM radio tape optional 6 1 Battery 91 12 volt distribution panel 107 120 volt circuit breaker panel 90 Toilet 87 88 Air conditioner optional 62 65 Sink 65 Water filter optional 84 Rang...

Page 61: ...anel optional 109 Refrigerator 71 Front Lounge 57 Table 58 Univolt 89 Stereo AM FM radio tape optional 61 Battery 91 12 volt distribution panel 107 Toilet 8 7 88 Water heater 82 Air conditioner option...

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Page 63: ...lstery materials used in 1980 Airstream Argosy trailers All materials should be professionally dry cleaned to remove any overall soiled condition These materials may be spot cleaned however using thec...

Page 64: ...ery materialsand mattresscovers must be professionallydry cleaned Use the following procedure to remove drapery panels for cleaning 1 Front lounge both roadside and curbside unsnap the dot fasteners h...

Page 65: ...tches are self locking When attaching wall hung improvements like hooks for clothing bookshelves and extra towel racks secure with half inch No 8 sheet metal screws bWwi th flat binder heads make hole...

Page 66: ...urbside credenza it will be necessaryto slide table rearward to clear the pull out lounge before opening To open the table lift into a horizontal position See Fig I and pull the folding leg down until...

Page 67: ...off appliances The battery should be charged as soon as practical with the tow vehicle charging system or by connection to 120 volt power The charging system in your trailer is much like the charging...

Page 68: ...y or waste water and holding or sewagetanks will be indicated simultaneously when you push the test button The pump switch is used to turn your water pump on and off Accumulation of oxides dirt etc on...

Page 69: ...SE FILTER Press NOISE FILTER button to in position to reduce annoying noise during reception 10 STEREO INDICATOR LIGHT FM STEREO ONLY The indicator light will go on automatically when selected FM stat...

Page 70: ...of the 2nd program track FAST REVERSE To rapidly rewind tape Fast Reverse in order to repeat the program material press the toggle lever in the direction opposite to the direction indicated by the ill...

Page 71: ...u have the Elec A Heat model cycle In the up position high air volume and in the down position low air volume 3 The selector switch positions the desired mode Off Heat Fan Only and Cooling Your Colema...

Page 72: ...itioner will keep cycling the heat on and off in this fashion until you change the selector switch to another mode of operation Note The trailer temperature must be below 80 F for the heater to operat...

Page 73: ...in the specification table at the front of this booklet If the circuit breaker trip off continues and the electrical consumption is normal it will require replacement of the faulty circuit breaker If...

Page 74: ...fan off Turning counterclockwise will close the vent Screens should be removed for periodic cleaning Galley vanity bathroom and bed lights gently squeeze lens and pull down to remove These lights are...

Page 75: ...is running 2 Put food in blender Turn dial to desired speed Or 3 When adding solids cover then turn dial to desired speed Remove insert from lid Add food through opening while blades are in motion 4 T...

Page 76: ...for taking a bath When you have fir ished using the shower be sure to shut the water off at the faucet The push button is intended as a shower convenience only and should not be used as a water shut...

Page 77: ...in use is not completely empty until the red warning flag is fully visible in the indicator window The empty tank can be removed for refilling without disturbing the tank being used Simply close the t...

Page 78: ...Hold Down Rod projects up through the hole in shroud center bracket 3 Replace the T handle and tighten down until the bottles are held firrrly in place 4 Turn on gas shut off valves and test all fitti...

Page 79: ...e lines and the gas has reached the burner As soon as the required cold temperature inside the cabinet is reached the thermostat cuts the burner main flame to the by pass flame sufficient to keep the...

Page 80: ...the flame goes down to the low position If the flame keeps going out when the dial is turned to 0 remove and clean the by pass screw which is located as shown in Fig 2 Problem Burner does not light Re...

Page 81: ...tat valve remains open and the gas flows at the maximum pressure At the minimum cold setting the valve is closed and the mi nit will operate at the bypass flow pressure of 2 to 3 inch 498kPa 747kPa wa...

Page 82: ...rgosy Dealer for this operation When cleaning remove all food and clean the interior and all other plastic parts with warm water and mild detergents Never use abrasive or caustic cleansing powders pol...

Page 83: ...ucted toward the center providing an evenly defrosted food NOTE Never operate the microwave oven unless the shelf is in place The steam that is present during cooking and the moisture on the inside of...

Page 84: ...all principal metropolitan areas It is suggested that these authorized service agencies be utilized for proper repair and adjustment of your oven The Litton Micro Brownerm Steak Grill allows you to b...

Page 85: ...tat on your oven does not have a 2 Turn on main gas supply to range 3 Depress and turn the thermostat dial to the OFF position 4 Lift main cook top panel and light top burner pilot with a match 5 Open...

Page 86: ...he filter remove the screws that secure it to the housing and let it drop out while supporting it with your hand Keep the vent houslng clean of grease and d rt by frequent washing Additional informati...

Page 87: ...of the remaining heat from the furnace as well as forcing the combustion gases from the heat exchanger To turn the furnace off for an extended period of time turn the thermostat and the gas valve to...

Page 88: ...pilot IS lit close the front access door and set the thermostat If the furnace has just gone out turn the manual gas valve off and wait 5 minutes before attempting to relight the pilot D fferences in...

Page 89: ...allowed to occur When the hurnidity is high inside your trailer and you wish to remove moisture open a roof vent and turn on a vent or open a window slightly for cross ventilation The most common caus...

Page 90: ...d and the burner is off to inch in horizontal length when the tank is warm A large orange flame indicates excessive gas supply which will result In short pilot life and early replacement The pilot has...

Page 91: ...iodically to prevent accumulation of dirt and sand To remove the screen disconnect the rubber hoses from both ends separate the screen housing remove the screen clean and replace For city water supply...

Page 92: ...ly fill the water system 4 Allow closed system to stand for three hours 5 Drain the hypochlorite solution from the system and refill with potable water 6 Excessive hypochlorite taste or odor remaining...

Page 93: ...out under label on ring 2 Insert cartridge straight up into ring as far as it will go Holding colored ring steady turn cartridge as far to the right as possible without forcing 3 Then turns colored ri...

Page 94: ...e just behind the rear wheels on the main frame rail The main holding tank dump valve is located aft of the sewage outlet On the 25 T D the main holding tank dump valve is located under the rear bumpe...

Page 95: ...itself allows fresh water through either the fill rim or hand spray without opening the slide valve When conserving water use the hand spray in the following way 1 Hold the hand spray in ready positio...

Page 96: ...her similar tissues because they have wet strength and do not dissolve easily Toilet paper especially white dissolves well after a period of traveling Use only trailer sewage tank deodorizers Antifree...

Page 97: ...tions to insure proper grounding and polarity must be taken These precautions are listed below 1 Attach the three pronged plug to a two pronged adapter The third conductor line of this adapter has a s...

Page 98: ...you are connected to the 120 volt receptacle the wiring is protected by circuit breakers in the breaker panel In the event of failure of a 120 volt circuit check your circuit breakers first If a break...

Page 99: ...nnect the battery cables to the correct battery posts The black cable should be connected to the negative post and the red cable to the post The polarity of your tow vehicle must also be negative grou...

Page 100: ...lectrical Outlet Locations plan and opt ons ordered A 120 V standard Telephone Inlet optional 12 V w T V Jack standard w T V antenna 120 V optional Telephone Jack optional 0 12 V w T V Jack optional 9...

Page 101: ...te Locat ons vary w th floor plan and opt ons ordered A 120 V standard Telephone Inlet optional 0 12 V w T V Jack standard w T V antenna 120 V optional Telephone Jack optional 0 12 V w T V Jack option...

Page 102: ...Electrical Wiring Diagrams 120 Volt Distribution System 20 Ft Models Appliance Circuit 20 amp Air Conditioner 20 amp...

Page 103: ...120 Volt Distribution System 22 Ft Models Appliance Circuit 20 amp Air Conditioner 20 amp...

Page 104: ...120 Volt DistributionSystem 24 Ft Twin and Double Appliance Circuit 20 amp Air Conditioner 20 amp...

Page 105: ...120 Volt DistributionSystem 25 Ft Twin and Double aAppliance Circuit 20 amp Air Conditioner 20 amp General Circuit 15 amp...

Page 106: ...120 Volt Distribution System 28 Ft and 31 Ft Rear Bath General Circuit 15 amp Appliance Circut 20 amp Air Condtoner 20 amp...

Page 107: ...120 Volt Distribution System 31 Ft Center Bath Twin aGeneral Circuit 15 amp Appliance Circuit 20 amp Air Conditioner 20 amp...

Page 108: ...120 Volt Distribution System 31 Ft Center Bath Double General Circuit 15 amp Appliance Circuit 20 amp Air Conditioner 20 amp...

Page 109: ...p p p p p p p p p p p 12 Volt Interior Caravelle Minuet Wiring Color Code BLUE Main Charge Line BLACK Canada WHITE Ground Line Univolt converts 120 volts AC to 12 volts DC...

Page 110: ...12 Volt Interior Excella II International Argosy Wiring Color Code Univolt converts 120 volts AC to 12 volts DC BLUE Main Charge Line BLACK Canada WHITE Ground Line...

Page 111: ...12 Volt Exterior Wiring Color Code RED Stop Left Turn GREEN Taillight Clearance BROWN Stop Right Turn BLACK Back Up YELLOW Canada WHITE Ground All lamp assemblies are grounded to exterior skin...

Page 112: ...ITF YFLLOW BRAKES BLACK BACKUP LIGHTS 7 W A Y CONTROL RED LEFT TURN S T O P 1 I BLUE WHITE CHARGE LlNF GROUND VEHICLE WIRING DIAGRAM GREEN TAILIGHT CLEARANCE BROWN RIGHT TURN STOP Wiring Color Code BL...

Page 113: ...t and Brake Circuit Excella II International Argosy Battery 2 I BLUE WHITE CHARGE LINE GROUND VEHICLE WIRING DIAGRAM Wiring Color Code BLUE Main Charge Line BLACK Canada WHITE Ground Line YELLOW Brake...

Page 114: ...12 Volt Fuse Panel Caravelle Minuet A Battery Univolt Harness Ground B Univolt Pos C Battery Pos D Main Charge Wire Blue E Circuit 1 Purple F Circuit 2 Yellow G Circuit 3 Pink H Circuit 4 Option...

Page 115: ...Red Right turn and stop light Brown Circuit No 5 Blue Circuit No 4 Brown Circuit No 3 Pink Circuit No 2 Yellow Circuit No 1 Purple Battery No 1 positive Red Battery No 2 positive Red Battery No 1 neg...

Page 116: ...ED BLUE WHITE BLACK YELLOW VIOLET BLUE WHITE PINK GREY BLACK WHITE GREEN RED BROWN WHITE RED YELLOW Positive Negative Fresh Water HlGH Fresh Water MED Fresh Water LOW Fresh Water GRD Grey Water HlGH G...

Page 117: ...M 0 DISPLAY BATTERY FRESH WATER HOLDING TANK 0 0 International Argosy Control Panel PANEL DISPLAY BATTERY FRESH WATER AUXILIARY MAIN WATER PUNlP P r r r r r HOLDING TANK HOLDING TANK ORANGE PINKWHITE...

Page 118: ...s check the circuit for defective wiring lamps or motors 6 Shorted battery 6 Replace battery and fuse 7 Battery terminals not properly connected to 7 Make proper connections replace fuse UNIVOLT and t...

Page 119: ...ank 28 and 31 Ft Rear Bath Auxiliary Holding Tank Center Bath Auxiliary Holding Tank Caravelle and Minuet Water Tank 25 28 and 31 Ft Models Water Tank Caravelle and Minuet Water Heater All Specificati...

Page 120: ...44 each bulb 1 44each bulb 3 each bulb 2 1 2 1 stop 6 tail 6 2 1 72 amp hrs at 80 F Water Pump Water Pump Ceiling Fan Bathroom Exhaust Fan Range Exhaust Fan Furnace Fan Reading Lights Living Room Bedr...

Page 121: ...amp C B man resetting AGU 30 amp fuse SFE 20 amp fuse AGU 50 amp fuse IAG 5 amp fuse Main Breaker General Circuit Appliance Circuit Air Conditioner Charge Line from Car Low Voltage Circuits Trailer B...

Page 122: ...nge care for your pets 7 Have your lawn garden and house plants cared for 8 Lock all windows and doors securely Keep shades open for a lived ln look 9 Cover all food to keep out mice and insects 10 El...

Page 123: ...Ball Latch X Lubricate wlth englne motor 011 Hitch Jack Manual X Lubricate with light household 011 put oll can spout I J under handle and allow oil to run down post LPGHold Down Knob X Lubricate wlt...

Page 124: ...Maintenance Record Date Mileage Address Dealer Service Performed Remarks...

Page 125: ...ystem 69 Load Charts 16 2 1 Loading 1 2 2 1 Low Voltage Distribution Panel 106 1 07 Lubrlcatlon and Maintenance 1 15 Maintenance Record 1 16 Microwave Oven 75 Motoring Check List 1 14 Nutone Food Cent...

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