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ExTERIOR

D - 6

D - 7

Maintenance

Once a year the power head should be removed and a liberal amount of grease

(preferably a grease with high melting point) applied directly to the coupling on

which the drive pin rests. DO NOT POUR OIL into the top of the jack post.

Once a year the housing cover should be removed and the gears inspected for

proper lubrication. Remove 4 screws and tap around the edges of the housing

to free the cover. DO NOT insert screwdriver blade, this may damage mating

surfaces. If lubrication is needed, use Mobilith 460 grease or its equivalent.

XLE AND RUNNING GEAR

Each RUBBER TORSION axle is aligned during manufacturing, and double-

checked on a random basis. Alignment after delivery is the customer’s respon-

sibility.

nOTiCE

: Never allow heat to he applied to the axle tube since the rubber

providing the spring torsion action will he severely damaged.

Hitting chuck holes or rough railroad tracks while going straight will only cause

misalignment after the tire has been struck many repetitive times. Of course, a

deep enough hole can affect the alignment immediately.

The worse culprit is a curb because they are normally struck at an angle.

Surprisingly rear axles are occasionally damaged when people are attempting

to park beside a curb and are backing up their trailer.

As you look under your trailer is it normal for the axle to be bent up in the

middle. This bend is how the camber is obtained.

Toe-in is built into the axle by very slight bends in the axle tube on each end.

If tire wear ever indicate misalignment check with your dealer for the nearest

location having the proper equipment.

Rubber torsion Axle Alignment Specifications

Toe-In each side 1/16”

Tolerance 1/16” + or -

Camber each side ¾º positive

Tolerance ¾º + or -

Nev-R-Lube Drums/Bearings

Wide body trailers, 25 ft and over, are equipped with Nev-R-Lube bearings.

Dexter’s Nev-R-Lube bearings are compromised of opposed tapered roller

bearing cones sealed inside of a precision ground, one piece double cup ar-

rangement. These bearings are designed with a small amount of axial end play.

The end play is essential to the longevity of the bearings service life.

Summary of Contents for 2013 International

Page 1: ...are in another Only you know your capabilities and limitations We want you to use this manual and hope you will find the information contained in it useful however should you ever feel you may be getting in over your head please see your dealer to have the repairs made A brief explanation of the operation of the appliances such as refrigerator furnace water heater and others are explained in this ...

Page 2: ... optional items can only be included during the manufacturing phase and cannot be added The inclusion of optional items does not imply or suggest the availability application suitability or inclusion for any specific unit Important Safety Precautions You ll find many safety recommendations on this page and throughout this manual The recommendations on the next two pages are the ones we consider to...

Page 3: ...tructions in this manual WHEEL SEPARATION CAN OCCUR On first trip tighten wheel nuts at start of first trip and at 10 25 and 50 miles Thereafter check wheel nut torque Before each trip Following winter storage Following excessive braking or whenever a wheel is removed and replaced See torque pattern on page D 12 for tightening sequence and follow torque specifications in the specification chart in...

Page 4: ...s anyone with a history of asthma allergies or lung problems may be more susceptible to the effects of off gassing Formaldehyde Most of the attention regarding chemical off gassing surrounds formaldehyde Formaldehyde is a naturally occurring substance and is an important chemical used widely by industry to manufacture building materials and numerous household products It is also a by product of co...

Page 5: ...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 Decreasing the flow of air by sealing the recreational vehicle increases the formaldehyde level in th...

Page 6: ...ERIOR Cleaning Chassis Windows Screens Power Jack Tires Axle and Running Gear Electric Brakes E INTERIOR FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES Fabric Care Flooring Fixtures Features Switches Storage Areas Smoke Alarm LP Gas Detector Fire Extinguisher F PLUMBING LP Liquid Petroleum Gas Water Water Pump Drainage Winterizing Drain and Waste Toilet G ELECTRICAL 12 volt Operation Battery Converter TV Antenna Sat...

Page 7: ...EREBY DISCLAIMED BY AIRSTREAM SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY This Limited Warranty does not provide coverage for any of the following 1 Tires batteries stereo television range stove furnace refrigerator water heater microwave generator slide out mechanisms and othe...

Page 8: ... k Failure to seek and obtain repairs in a timely manner l Failure to use reasonable efforts to mitigate damage caused by defects m Failure to properly ventilate the trailer n Improper electric power supply or improper vehicle hookup to other facilities o Acts or omissions of any person or entity other than Airstream DISCLAIMER OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Airstream hereby disclaims any...

Page 9: ...ory in Jackson Center Ohio for repairs Airstream does not control the scheduling of repairs at its authorized Airstream dealers and repairs at the Airstream factory may not be immediately available Therefore you may encounter delays in scheduling repairs and or completion of repairs All costs associated with transporting the trailer for any warranty service shall be the sole responsibility of the ...

Page 10: ...tion of the twenty four 24 month Limited Warranty period or 2 expiration of the ten 10 day notice period that follows expiration of the Limited Warranty period if such notice is given THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AIRSTREAM INC 419 West Pike Street P O Box 629 Jackson Center OH 45334 0629 Tele 937 596 6111 Fax 937 59...

Page 11: ...rmal for the area are beyond Airstream s control and become the responsibility of the owner It is the responsibility of the owner to take such preventative measures as are necessary to maintain the exterior caulking and sealer of your unit It is the responsibility of the owner to use reasonable prudent care to prevent foresee able secondary damage from rain plumbing leaks and the natural accumula ...

Page 12: ...tified by an inspector After the trailer arrives on your dealer s lot all of these vital parts and systems are again tested When you take delivery of your new trailer you will receive a complete check out At that time a specified list of performance checks on your trailer equipment will be conducted and any deficiencies you have experienced since taking delivery will be corrected Please contact yo...

Page 13: ... become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Airstream Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov MAINTENAN...

Page 14: ... Lubricate with non detergent motor oil Hitch Ball Lubricate with hitch ball lube or wheel bearing grease Range Exhaust Hood Clean fan blades and wash filter Roof Vent Elevator Screws Lubricate with light household oil Main Door Step Lubricate moving parts and check EVERY 10 000 MILES OR 6 MONTHS Brakes Inspect adjust or replace as necessary Wheel Bearings Clean and repack Tires Inspect and rotate...

Page 15: ...aged SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PARTS AND LUBRICANTS BULBS EXTERIOR Spot light w Frosted lens LED Sealed replace light Single Bulb Light w switch LED WP 05 0005 Exterior clearance step license plate LED Sealed replace light 6 Oval Tail Lights LED Sealed replace light Entrance light LED L05 0009 BULBS INTERIOR Single Bulb Light w switch LED WP 05 0005 Reading light LED 819 Shower Light LED L05 0035 Ceil...

Page 16: ...ype 2 Location just above the floor on 30 Amp Type 2 roadside interior front end 20 Amp Type 2 MISCELLANEOUS Water Hose Gaskets Wheel Bearing Grease Extra Hair Pin Clips for Hitch Grease Seals Dry Graphite Silicone Lubricant Light Household Type Oil Spray Contact Cleaner Exterior Seam Sealer Hitch Ball Lube May use wheel bearing grease Oil Can with 30 Weight Non Detergent Oil WD 40 or Equivalent A...

Page 17: ...A A A 11 Warranty and Service MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED DATE DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED ...

Page 18: ...A A 12 Warranty and Service NOTES ...

Page 19: ...me type of trailer The dealers are provided with guidelines to use when helping a customer decide on a tow vehicle The guidelines are not just determined by the power output of the engine The gear ratio of the differential is also a very important part of the guideline Inspect the vehicle s hitch regularly for loose bolts or nuts cracked welds loose ball mounts and worn parts New trailerists often...

Page 20: ...he controller setting should be checked and readjusted every six months or 10 000 miles whichever comes first Note Brake lining adjustment should be periodically checked fully to be sure trailer brakes are in the same adjustment as the tow vehicles Properly set adjustments will provide for safe comfortable stops They will also help assure optimum brake and tire life for both the tow vehicle and th...

Page 21: ...he equipment being used Determining WHERE that load is placed is critical to the way your rig will handle on the road Do not try to guess what your recreational vehicle weighs loaded Load your RV including water propane etc and take it to a public scales Weigh each axle of your vehicle Refer to your axle weight and tire limits to see if your within a safe range Total all axle weights and make sure...

Page 22: ...a heavy generator is mounted on the rear bumper what may have been an almost unnoticeable sway turns into a severe sway you may not he able to control NOTICE Damage to your trailer caused by mounting heavy objects on the rear is considered abuse and is not covered by warranty WEIGHING YOUR TRAILER The diagram below shows how to weigh the trailer on scales When loading heavy objects such as tools s...

Page 23: ...ound in line with the trailer hitch jack as shown It should be so spaced that a short piece of pipe or other round piece will lay exactly one foot from the centerline of the jack extension Place the scales so that another round piece can be exactly two feet from the centerline of the jack extension in the other direction Place a 4 x 4 on the two round pieces and screw the jack extension down on th...

Page 24: ...ght Under no condition should it exceed the hitch rating Your hitch installer should provide your hitch rating informa tion to you Sway Control Device Although Airstream has not intruded into the hitch manufacturers field of exper tise and preformed formal testing we find the vast majority of Airstream owners purchases sway control devices When passed by large trucks or when exposed to sudden cros...

Page 25: ...leveling bars until this condition is correct by increasing or decreasing the length the chain engaged in A frame saddle bracket Short chain raises hitch ball longer chain lowers it A level condition will result in the best balance for towing and steering control as the weight equalizing hitch distributes the hitch load A low hitch ball increases tail wagging tendencies by lowering the nose of the...

Page 26: ... the safety chains under the hitch 5 Remove the jack pad and stow in the tow vehicle s trunk along with the leveling jack and other gear used when stopped NOTICE Check that the foldaway step is up and LOCKED in its store position and that the main door is completely closed and the dead bolt LOCKED for towing If they are not locked the constant vibration of travel may cause them to open with possib...

Page 27: ...n a straight line and make you stop as if you were driving the tow vehicle alone If swaying or swerving should occur briefly operating the controller separate from the vehicle brakes may help correct the situation Practice this maneuver on a clear highway Don t wait for an emergency then grope for the controller Please read the Controlling Sway and Fishtailing text in the Camping section of this m...

Page 28: ...member that in order to pass another vehicle you will need longer to accelerate You must also allow for the length of the trailer when returning to the right hand lane When going downhill in dry weather down shift so that engine compression will slow the whole rig down Take dips and depressions in the road slowly and do not resume normal driving speeds until you are sure that the trailer wheels ar...

Page 29: ...UP the important thing to remember is to DO EVERYTHING SLOWLY and to correct immediately if you see the trailer turning the wrong way Concentrate on the rear of the trailer With your tow vehicle and trailer in a straight line back up slowly and turn the bottom of the steering wheel in the direction you want the trailer to go Watch out the window or in the mirror until the rear of the trailer is po...

Page 30: ...Towing B 12 B ...

Page 31: ...f gas at LP tanks 3 Retract stabilizing jacks 4 Check Hitch It must be properly attached 5 Check safety chains and breakaway switch cable 6 Fully retract jack Remove and stow jack stand foot or wood block 7 Check clearance turn signals and stop lights 8 Check lug nuts 9 Check tires for correct pressure 10 Check that TV antenna is properly stowed 11 Lock main door dead bolt 12 Adjust tow vehicle mi...

Page 32: ...azards Place matches in a tin box or glass jar 11 Store oil gasoline and other flammables properly 12 Destroy all newspapers magazines and oily rags 13 Notify police of your departure and return dates Personal 1 Tow vehicle insurance to cover you and your family fully along with proof of insurance 2 Try to avoid large amounts of cash Use Travelers Checks and credit cards 3 Confirm reservations 4 H...

Page 33: ...in the passenger seating area You need the maximum space for comfort 9 Wear easy wash drip dry traveling clothes 10 Do not make your vacation trips a mileage marathon Stop and relax frequently 11 Carry a first aid kit 12 Carry your pet s dish food leash and health and registration papers 13 In Canada you ll need a non residence liability insurance card birth certificate and or Passport ...

Page 34: ...Towing B 16 B NOTES ...

Page 35: ...se to trees fences or other impediments Scenic views are one reason for traveling but don t park so the beautiful lake or steep cliff is just outside your escape window Never park your trailer so the escape windows cannot be easily used for emergency exits You and all your family should practice escape procedures so they can be rapidly accomplished even in total darkness Never block the interior o...

Page 36: ... ing stations for just this purpose Booklets are available which lists 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 is firm Your facilities are with you You are self contained Unless the tow vehicle is needed for transporta tion it is not necessary to unhitch Warning Do not park in a manner ...

Page 37: ...in a hole for leveling LEVEL FROM FRONT TO REAR by disconnecting the hitch from the tow ve hicle putting the jack pad under the hitch jack and adjusting the jack up or down until you are level Block or chock the wheels to keep the trailer from roll ing Use STABILIZING JACKS at the two rear corners as shown in the diagram to eliminate the natural spring action of the axles STABILIZING JACKS should ...

Page 38: ... water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system If hydrogen is present there will probably be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to flow There should be no smoking or open flame near the faucet at the time it is open The Power Cord hook up is on the roadside of the traile...

Page 39: ... Light NOTE The TV Booster must be on to receive antenna signals and off for cable TV operation Please review the antenna and booster manuals include in your owner s packet before operating the system Interior TV hook up locations The 16 ft model has the booster w outlet on the curbside bedroom wall with an outlet under the front dinette The 19 ft model booster and outlet is on the bedroom curbsid...

Page 40: ...partment This feeds the dish signal to the input side of the faceplate 3 Install the satellite receiver input and output into the dual coax faceplate To return to a cable TV system 1 Remove the satellite receiver from the faceplate and reinstall the jumper cable 2 Turn Booster Off 3 Be sure cable TV provider is hooked up to exterior inlet Antenna activation COAXIAL CABLE WITH CABLE HOOK UP COAXIAL...

Page 41: ...ecessed TV cabinet next to booster Rear TV Pre Wire Trailers have an HDMI cable pre wired from the BlueRay player to the rear TV mounting location The cable is coiled by the player and behind a wall plate located by the second TV mounting area When adding an aftermarket TV disconnect the HDMI cable to the standard TV from the player add an HDMI splitter to the BlueRay player output plug the standa...

Page 42: ...makes it difficult to maintain temperature inside your trailer above the freezing mark all winterizing proce dures should be performed immediately Freezing of liquid and solid wastes in the holding tanks could damage equipment Warning Always shut off the LP gas and be sure all flames are extinguished before gasoline is added to the tow vehicle Some states do not allow LPG to be turned on while mov...

Page 43: ... the windows and walls as moisture or in cold weather as frost or ice It may also condense out of sight within the walls or the ceiling where it will manifest itself as warped or stained panels Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious condensation problem When you recognize the signs of excessive moisture and condensation in the trailer action should be taken to minimize their effects...

Page 44: ...nged use of incandescent lights which produce heat and contribute to condensation in the roof above the ceiling lights ABOUT MOLDS What are molds Molds are microscopic organisms that naturally occur in virtually every environ ment indoors and out Outdoors mold growth is important in the decomposi tion of plants Indoors mold growth is unfavorable Left unchecked molds break down natural materials su...

Page 45: ...on of a trailer caused by external forces It is common for travel trailers to sway in response to strong winds or crosswinds or when passed by or passing a semi tractor and trailer or driving downhill WARNING Excessive sway or fishtailing of your travel trailer can lead to the rollover of the trailer and tow vehicle Serious injury or death can occur It is important that you read and understand the...

Page 46: ...e tow vehicle brakes to gently and progressively apply the trailer brakes This will help to keep the vehicles aligned Practice using the brake hand controller on a deserted parking lot Don t wait until an emergency occurs before using it Location of the brake hand controller is important and should be made easily accessible 2 Steer as little as possible while maintaining control of the vehicle Bec...

Page 47: ...where the finish is exposed to salt air or in polluted industrial areas It will also protect the shell from minor scratches and make subsequent cleaning easier It is important to remove sap gum resin asphalt etc as soon as possible after they appear by washing and waxing Sunlight and time will bake harden these materials making them almost impossible to remove without heavy buffing If asphalt rema...

Page 48: ...ring operated slide To release the door slide the hold back bolt back A little grease in the striker pockets and slight amount of household oil in the lock mechanisms will keep the locks operating smoothly Don t forget to lubricate the hinge pins periodically with household oil also Use sparingly and remove any excess from exterior akin immediately NOTICE When towing the door lock and dead bolt mu...

Page 49: ...he window jamb should be released by a qualified tech nician trained in the procedure Do not force pry or apply great pressure to open the window Failure to heed this warning may cause the window to shatter and or cause personal injury Your PLASTIC SCREENS are easy to maintain Clean occasionally with a damp cloth Note They will melt at the point of contact if touched by a cigarette Window Stonegua...

Page 50: ...surface and crank the front jack up or down until the measurement from the frame to the ground is the same front and rear Measure from the ground to the upper surface of the hitch ball coupler Add one inch to this figure when setting the ball height on the tow vehicle to allow for the suspension settling under the added weight COUPLER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Warning ALWAYS OPEN LATCH HANDLE BEFORE ...

Page 51: ...ght controlled by this switch UP Down Never get beneath the travel trailer when only the power jack supports it Support the vehicle by appropriate means If an electrical failure should ever occur the emergency handle may be inserted into the jack post and the jack can be raised or lowered Access can be obtained by twisting the level cap off If power head is removed the crank can still be used nOTI...

Page 52: ...fter the tire has been struck many repetitive times Of course a deep enough hole can affect the alignment immediately The worse culprit is a curb because they are normally struck at an angle Surprisingly rear axles are occasionally damaged when people are attempting to park beside a curb and are backing up their trailer As you look under your trailer is it normal for the axle to be bent up in the ...

Page 53: ...ow body trailers under 25 ft should be maintained as follows 1 Jack trailer at marked jack location pad behind axle on mainframe 2 Remove hubcap or spindle cover wheel and tire 3 Remove cotter pin 4 Remove dust cap 5 Remove spindle nut and washer 6 Remove bearings hub and rotor 7 Lay down hub and rotor with inside grease seal down Knock out inner bear ing and grease seal using wood or plastic dowe...

Page 54: ...nformation to you or call the manufacturer of the controller In THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENTAL SEPARATION of the tow vehicle and trailer the BREAKAWAY SWITCH will set and lock the trailer brakes for a sufficient length of time to stop the trailer The switch is activated when the wire attached to it and to the tow vehicle pulls out the small pin in the front of the unit THIS PIN SHOULD BE PULLED OUT LU...

Page 55: ...o a high voltage output even during a gradual stop then the electric brakes will always be fully energized and will result in harsh brakes and potential brake lockup Propersynchronizationoftowvehicletotrailerbrakingcanonly beaccomplished by road testing Brake lockup grabbiness or harshness is quite often lack of synchronization between the tow vehicle and the trailer being towed too high of a thre...

Page 56: ... because of possible damage to its appearance In an emergency you may remove the flat tire The independent suspension of the Rubber Torsion Axle allows four wheel units to be safely towed on three wheels for a short distance 100 miles maximum and only at a low speed 30 MPH Be especially cautious in crossing holes or dips in the road Under these cir cumstances it is good practice to set your rear v...

Page 57: ...tread separation handling difficulties and possibly tires failure caused by overheating IMPORTANT Lowering tire pressure in the search for a smoother ride is not only dangerous it s relatively ineffective and as the difference in the ride quality is not significant When minimum inflation pressure requirements are not met tire durability and optimum operating conditions are compromised Tire inflati...

Page 58: ...ial attention to wheel nut torque both while the trailer is new and throughout the trailer s life Trailer wheels must carry much higher loads per wheel than passenger car or truck wheels Each wheel may carry 1000 pounds and higher Furthermore wheels on tandem axle trailers do not steer and are subjected to very high side load stress whenever the trailer makes a tight turn When you go around corner...

Page 59: ...e recreational vehicle industry that have matching bolt patterns If the original manufacturer installed equipment is in need of replacement the wheel manufacturer should be contacted for proof of com patibility prior to replacement and use Customers replacing original equipment that has not been tested for compat ibility must ensure the replacements are compatible to the hub and drum as sembly ins...

Page 60: ...RAILER WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION The weight of the cargo in the rear cargo area is limited by several factors All loaded trailers must remain within GVWR GAWR and tire load capacity limits Proper load distribution is especially important for cargo trailers These trailers are designed to carry a variety of cargo in the cargo storage area These items may be heavy and you must consider how they are loaded ...

Page 61: ...ading and rigging your cargo Your continuous attention to safety measures will help prevent accidents and possibly serious injuries and property damage The biggest reason to put a priority on loading safety is not so much related to the frequency of accidents as it is to the potential severity of injuries that can occur in these types of accidents The kind of injuries sustained when a load tips ov...

Page 62: ...ye contact with other persons involved at all times during If you are loading unloading alone are you physically capable of handling the load safely and keeping it under control Ask yourself what would happen if your load falls over or falls out of the trailer If you are unable to control your cargo what will happen to it you and any other people equipment or materials if when it becomes uncontrol...

Page 63: ...ncluding any tensioner device or the working load limit of the anchor points to which loading unloading making sure they know where you are Slow down and pay attention never hurry around loading unloading operations Train everyone in your travel group on the hazards of loading and unloading Establish and enforce compliance to all safety procedures CARGO AREA PREPARATION The rear cargo space is eas...

Page 64: ...the number of tie downs needed depends on the length and weight of the articles In all cases use enough tie downs to secure the cargo from moving in any direction Heavy tool chests or cabinets may require tie downs around the bottom middle and top to secure them Be sure to lock or secure drawers in these chests or cabinets so they can t open while traveling Keep handle bars mirrors etc away from t...

Page 65: ...he ramp storage door hinge area are free of any debris such as sand or snow before closing the rear door 8 Inspect the cargo to see that it is secured and safely loaded WARNINGS Any motorized vehicle or any motorized equipment powered with flammable liquid can cause fire explosion or asphyxiation if stored or transported within the recreational vehicle To reduce the risk of fire explosion or asphy...

Page 66: ...appliance that uses a LPG bottle supply to the exterior port DANGER Only professional technicians trained and certified in LPG system installations and repairs should perform repairs or modifica tions to you LP system and or LP appliances The entire assembly de scribed in this section must be leak checked and inspected after assembly is complete by a Certified LP gas technician before use Failure ...

Page 67: ...s lever to the off position to unlock the male coupler and slide the sleeve back to release the appliance supply line For safety the LP Port Valve has a shut off lever that locks the male coupler in place when the gas is turned on The gas is on when the lever is turned so it is inline with the valve The drawing below shows the shutoff lever in the off position DANGER Each time you use the Exterior...

Page 68: ...Exterior D 22 D NOTES ...

Page 69: ...ning agent When using a solvent or dry cleaning product follow instruc tions carefully and clean only in a well ventilated room Avoid any product which contains highly toxic carbon tetrachloride You may also use an uphol stery shampoo product or the foam from a mild detergent With either method pretest a small area before proceeding Use professional furniture cleaner when an overall soiled conditi...

Page 70: ...t be professionally dry cleaned Shades Roller shades may be dusted with a damp cloth Carpet The carpet can be cleaned with any good commercial carpet cleaner or with a detergent and water BE CAREFUL NOT TO SOAK THE CARPET WITH WATER Vinyl Floor The vinyl floor in your unit can be cleaned with liquid floor cleaning solutions recommended for vinyl floors and warm water Counter Area The counter areas...

Page 71: ...aced over the table to complete the conversion Metal Interior Skin The interior aluminum metal skin is the same as the exterior coated skin on your trailer The cleaning and care would be the same Use common sense on the waxing and washing on the interior A damp soft cloth will do most of the time RINSE ALL GRIT FROM SURFACE PRIOR TO WASHING Use soft rags or wash mitts always moving lengthwise with...

Page 72: ...sink spout pulls out for the shower head It is designed to give maximum flexibility in usage and provides for water saving techniques when using your trailer on self containment It can be held in the hand and moved about the body Normally the best water conservation procedure is to wet the entire body and then turn the water off Apply soap lather thoroughly and then rinse the soap off The telephon...

Page 73: ...the disconnect switch is turned to store off and the trailer is plugged into a 110 volt shoreline the 12 volt distribution panel will still receive power from the converter but the battery is disconnected from the system The bat tery will not be drained with the switch in the store position The converter will not charge the battery with the switch in the store position either The charge in the 12 ...

Page 74: ...way from the furnace Remember heavy items should be stored low over the axles and toward the front lighter items in the overhead cabinets and in the rear SMOKE ALARM A smoke detector is provided with your trailer A manual pertaining to the detector is included in the paper work given to you at the dealership Please read and follow all care maintenance and safety information contained in the smoke ...

Page 75: ... a LOW VOLTAGE WARNING before reaching that level and to provide additional distinct clear warnings and alarms after the 8 VDC level is reached However if available power supplied to the unit is below the operating voltage of 8 VDC the detector will not detect gas or provide you protection against dangerous levels of LP Gas DANGER Activation of this detector indicates the presence of LP gas which ...

Page 76: ... your family SAFETY Many things can be construed as safety related but the most important is your common sense If you are careless with matches ciga rettes flammable material or any other hazardous material we are sure you realize your potential for accidents is greatly increased CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS OF THE ALARM INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING THE ALARM...

Page 77: ...larm is designed for indoor use only Do not expose to rain or moisture Do not knock or drop the alarm Do not open or tamper with the alarm as this could cause malfunction The alarm will not protect against the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning when the batteries are dead or missing The alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor Carbon monoxide gas may be present in ...

Page 78: ...properly ventilated or malfunction CO levels can rise quickly CO is a real danger in Air tight RVs with added insulation sealed windows and other weatherproofing can trap CO inside The following conditions can result in potentially dangerous CO situations 1 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused by outdoor conditions such as Wind direction and or velocity including...

Page 79: ...The window operation should be checked each trip and the latches lubricated with WD 40 or equivalent every six months A loop is provided in the SCREEN RETAINING SPLINE so it can be rapidly removed Take hold of the loop and pull the rubber spline out of the screen frame The window screen can then be easily pushed out Check the emergency escape route outside your escape window at every stop At each ...

Page 80: ...onverts 12 volt electricity from your batteries into 110 volt power The switch for the inverter is located under the monitor panel The Inverter powers the TV and one additional labeled 110 volt receptacle On units 25 and over in length it also supplies power to the bedroom TV and or BlueRay Disc player when ordered as an option On units under 25 in length it also supplies power to the BlueRay Disc...

Page 81: ...FH Standard Cubic Feet per Hour or less This is also referred to as the by pass flow By pass flow is extremely important in the proper operation of this connection The flow limiting device may activate if the cylinder valve is opened quickly When all appliances are off the by pass flow allows the pressure downstream from the flow limiting device to equalize When pressure is equalized the flow limi...

Page 82: ... cylinder becomes the service cylinder Now shut off the cylinder valve on the empty cylinder 2 Disconnect the green swivel nut from the cylinder valve at the bottle to be removed This fitting has a common right hand thread and turns in the same direction to most threaded fittings 3 Turn the large clamping T handle counterclockwise until the hold down bracket is loose enough to remove the bottle If...

Page 83: ...e Over Lever Inlet High Pressure Regulator Indicator Window Inlet Second Stage Regulator Outlet Vent the service cylinder empties the regulator will start drawing from the reserve cylinder providing an uninterrupted fuel flow to the system When it switches over the indicator color changes from green to red This red color indicates that the service cylinder is empty and needs to be filled Now disco...

Page 84: ...ITE CAUSING A FIRE OR EXPLOSION WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE OR DEATH DANGER Do not store LP containers within a vehicle LP containers are equipped with safety devices that vent gas should the pressure become excessive Do not bring or store gasoline or other flam mable liquids inside the vehicle because a fire or explosion may result DANGER Do not use cooking applian...

Page 85: ...nnection 4 Open doors and other ventilating openings 5 Leave the area until odor clears 6 Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected before using again WATER SYSTEM SELF CONTAINED Fill the water tank by opening the exterior access door and remove screw cap A garden hose can now be inserted It s a good idea to let the water run through the hose for a short time to flush it out Experie...

Page 86: ... ft and 27 ft models are in the wardrobe on the floor The lower panel of the wardrobe is hinged to open and provide access to the pump The 16 ft and 19 ft are located under the roadside dinette seat Lift cushion to reveal access panel To clean strainer screen first remove inlet connection from the pump side of strainer This will allow the intake side of the strainer to be rotated about 1 8 turn co...

Page 87: ...ize the tank B Multiply Liters of tank capacity by 1 0 the result is the milliliters of bleach needed to sanitize the tank 2 Mix into solution the proper amount of bleach within a container of water 3 Pour the solution water bleach into the tank and fill the tank with potable water 4 Open all faucets Hot Cold allowing the water to run until the distinct odor of chlorine is detected 5 The standard ...

Page 88: ...led and you get a steady flow of water at the faucet Once a steady flow is achieved at one faucet the others should be opened long enough to expel the air in the lines going to them DANGER Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this heater that has not been used for a long period of time generally two weeks or more Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable To reduce the risk of inj...

Page 89: ...y DO NOT SUBMERGE OR PLACE FAUCET HEAD IN DISHWASHER Questions If you have any questions please call the Moen toll free help lines 1 877 DRINK H20 Monday through Friday 8 00 a m to 8 00 P M 1 877 374 6542 Saturday 8 00 a m to 6 30 p m Galley Faucet Filter An inline filter has been provided for the galley faucet under the galley top It can be accessed by opening the galley cabinet door Your dealer ...

Page 90: ...ess a removable panel in the lounge top The 16 ft model has two drain valves that are located under the roadside dinette seat Remove the cushions to access a removable panel in the lounge top Open these low points drain valves and use the hitch jack to raise and lower the trailer front end to drain the water out of the hot and cold water lines To Empty Fresh Water Tank On the 23 ft 25 ft 27 ft 28 ...

Page 91: ... DRAIN SYSTEM INCLUDING THE TRAPS AND TANKS THE WATER HEATER AND THE BATTERIES To completely winterize your trailer follow this procedure 1 Level the trailer from side to side and front to rear Open all faucets 2 Replace the galley faucet filter with the bypass pipe Store filter in a warm place 3 Turn the water pump switch to the ON position to expel water from the storage tank 4 Open all drain va...

Page 92: ...ve in the open position 14 Remove the batteries from your trailer and store in a cool dry place where there is no danger of freezing It is very important for optimum life of a battery to check it periodically and to keep it fully charged 15 Remove any items food cosmetics etc from trailer interior that might be damaged by freezing or might damage the trailer if containers break For additional wint...

Page 93: ...er the bed and ac cessed through a hole cut in the bed top or through the rear exterior access door 23 Ft Front Bed inside the removable bedroom wardrobe cabinet lower face panel The panel is held on by two pressure catches and can be removed by pulling straight out on the panel 25 Ft Front Bed is through the curbside front exterior access door 27 Ft front bed model is under bathroom lavatory 28 F...

Page 94: ... dissolve than white Most RV accessory stores offer tissue designed for RVs that will completely dissolve Emptying Tanks Almost all campgrounds will have dumping facilities Park directories such as Woodalls and Rand McNally also list dumping stations To empty one or both tanks attach the sewer hose by pressing the bayonet fitting onto the dump valve outlet and rotate clockwise until it feels solid...

Page 95: ...o the tank can be drained You may keep the auxiliary tank valve open when connected to a sewer outlet or close the valve and use the accumulated water to flush the sewer hose after dumping the black tank Drain when traveling in sub freezing temperatures or use a winterizing solution designed for RV use Plan ahead and drain the tanks at a dump station before winterizing Follow the directions on the...

Page 96: ...ked up to city water both pedals are depressed together This dumps the sewage and fresh water and flushes down the side of the bowl Water will continue to run into the bowl for a short time after the pedals are released When you wish to conserve water hold the hand spray head over the bowl and hold down the thumb operated lever Now when you depress the pedal all the water is routed through the han...

Page 97: ...to the rest of the trailer Open the brown decorative door on the front of the converter under the dinette to access the panel and its fuses A 12 volt layout diagram is shown later in this section BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH The disconnect switch is used to separate the battery from the 12 volt distribu tion panel and converter charging system When the switch is turned use on and the trailer is plugg...

Page 98: ...ery in freezing temperatures unless the vehicle will be put to use at once otherwise the added water may freeze Neglect is expen sive Care costs little Check your batteries regularly MAINTAIN A CLEAN BATTERY TOP AND CHECK TERMINALS AND CABLES FOR TIGHTNESS AND CLEANLINESS A dirty battery will dissipate its charge through surface contamination Clean battery top with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly ...

Page 99: ...ing in filler opening DO NOT MEASURE SPECIFIC GRAVITY IMMEDIATELY after adding water The water must mix with the electrolyte by charging or by driving a few miles Some situations which may indicate a need for battery replacement are 1 Loss of more water in one cell than others 2 Continuous loss of water in all cells perhaps accompanied by overheating or extreme gassing and bubbling 3 A marked diff...

Page 100: ... plate material Battery Maintenance is an important issue The battery should be cleaned using a baking soda and water mix a couple of table spoons to a pint of water Cable connection needs to be clean and tightened regularly POWER CENTER Converter 12 Volt Distribution 110 Volt Distribution MagneTec 7355 Manufacturer MagneTec 102 North Main Street Goodland Indiana 47948 Phone 800 443 4859 Fax 219 2...

Page 101: ...f the converter and inspect all fuses If a fuse is opened or blown replace it with the same size fuse never install a larger use If the fuse opens again have an electrician or certified RV technician locate the circuit trouble Replace blown fuses with Littefuse type 257 fuses only If the 7300 series power converter is not working first confirm the RV supply or shoreline cord is plugged into a live...

Page 102: ...OLING SYSTEM The 7300 electronic fan cooling system is the key to long life and trouble free operation The fan is never on more than required to cool electronic compo nents in the converter You may never hear the fan operate TV ANTENNA Manufacturer Winegard Company 3000 Kirkwood Street Burlington Iowa 52601 Phone 800 843 4741 Raising Antenna to Operating Position Turn elevating crank in UP directi...

Page 103: ...d 4 Do lower antenna before moving vehicle DON TS 1 Don t force elevating crank up or down Check for cause of trouble 2 Don t rotate directional handle hard against stops 3 Don t travel with lift in up position 4 Don t leave lift part way up or down 5 Don t apply sealing compound or paint over top of base plate or anywhere on lift Lubrication To lubricate the elevating gear apply a liberal amount ...

Page 104: ...NTENNA WIRING Satellite not available on the 16 ft model If you compare the two drawings you ll see wiring for a satellite dish antenna COAXIAL CABLE WITH CABLE HOOK UP COAXIAL CABLE WITH SATELLITE HOOK UP Exterior Cable TV Hook Up Exterior Cable TV Hook Up Dual Coax Faceplate Dual Coax Faceplate Jumper Cable TV TV TV TV Satellite Antenna Front TV Jack W Booster Front TV Jack W Booster Satellite R...

Page 105: ...tified with labels at all loca tions is relatively simple Units have a faceplate with two coax cable hook ups It is located as follows 19 ft model on the roadside bedroom wall 27 ft front bed models roadside wall forward of the refrigerator 23 ft 25 ft front bed and 28 ft models under the dinette table 30 ft model is located next to the TV The faceplate has a small coax cable jumper running betwee...

Page 106: ... a hole must be drilled to access them and pull them for an after mar ket installation The wires from the solar panel are connected to the positive and negative wires yellow and green of the pre wire system 2 A Cat 5 patch cord for the solar panel display is run from the battery buss bar to an area just below the CatCon monitor display for after market units supplied with a dispaly panel NOTICE Th...

Page 107: ...here are no moving parts to wear or maintain Because the principle of operation does not involve any electrical current flow through the tanks contents conducted or induced the nature of the fluid in the tank is unimportant 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 Products...

Page 108: ...itor system does not read LP Gas levels TO OBTAIN EXACT READING 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 display the exact condition of that system by lighting the bar graph from Empty to Full The monitor will display the exact condition of each system and then return t...

Page 109: ... of each of the tank sending units giving it unsurpassed diagnostic capability The monitor display panel also has a water pump switch installed TANK MONITOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The display is the only system component that is accessed by the user All user input to the display is done using the five buttons along the bottom of the display Operation of the display is as follows To read a water or...

Page 110: ...es for example 12 6 and 12 7 volts This is normal behavior for a digital voltage display 3 If another button is pressed before the 5 second time is up for the BATTERY button the display will immediately switch to show ing the value for the new button The 5 second timeout is restarted every time a button is pressed 4 There is no hold mode for the battery voltage The monitor system has been calibrat...

Page 111: ...d and degree of charge depends on how much power is used for lights and appliances as only the surplus goes to charging the battery If you are making an extended stay then you should keep your trailer hooked up to a 110 volt current if it is available While you are connected to the 110 volt receptacle the wiring is protected by circuit breakers in the breaker panel The circuit breaker panel for th...

Page 112: ...on that the effects would be reduced to less than the normally dangerous level However persons with acute heart problems or other conditions that can make a person particularly susceptible to electric shock may still be seriously injured While the GFCI circuit breaker affords a high degree of protection there is no substitute for the knowledge that electricity can be dangerous when carelessly hand...

Page 113: ...into the GFCI receptacle and turn the product ON Push the Test button located on the GFCI receptacle The night light or other product should go OFF Push the Reset button again The light or other product should go ON again If the light or other product remains ON when the Test button is pushed the GFCI is not working properly or has been incorrectly installed miss wired If your GFCI is not working ...

Page 114: ...Electrical G 18 G Record GFCI breaker and receptacles tests explained previously in the chart JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 ...

Page 115: ...as appliances and equipment should be cleaned out by an authorized dealer or repair facility anytime circumstances or conditions warrant but no less than on an annual basis AIR CONDITIONER Manufacturer Dometic Sales Corporation 2320 Industrial Parkway P O Box 490 Elkhart IN 46515 Phone 800 544 4881 Note Review the air conditioning literature supplied in your Owner s Packet before proceeding The ro...

Page 116: ...ducted to provide heat to tanks and plumbing to prevent freezing FURNACE Manufacturer Atwood Mobile Products 1874 South Pioneer Road Salt Lake City UT 84101 Phone 801 972 4621 The manufacturer of the furnace in your trailer has been well known in the RV industry for many years The furnace burns LP gas and is powered by 12 volt current from the battery or power converter when plugged into city powe...

Page 117: ...anges in their home will find little difference in the operation of the range in a recreation vehicle Other customers used to electric ranges may be a little apprehensive 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 furnished by the manufacturer and located in the Owner s Packet Excel...

Page 118: ...ooling Any time the vehicle is parked for several hours with the refrigerator operating the vehicle should be leveled to prevent this loss of cooling The vehicle needs to be leveled only so it is comfortable to live in no noticeable sloping of floor or walls When the vehicle is moving the leveling is not critical as the rolling and pitching movement of the vehicle will pass to either side of level...

Page 119: ...he water heater literature supplied in your Owner s Packet before proceeding WARNING Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this heater that has not been used for a long period of time generally two weeks or more Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions it is recommended that the hot water faucet he opened for several minutes at ...

Page 120: ...ng All models have a drain plug or petcock on the water heater Access is from the exterior The plug or valve is usually located in the lower left corner viewed as you face the exterior of the water heater HIGH VOLUME ROOF VENT Manufacturer FAN TASTIC VENT CORP 2083 S Almont Ave Imlay City MI 48444 1 800 521 0298 The optional High volume roof vent system is designed to quickly exhaust stale hot air...

Page 121: ...r select OUT position brings air in through any or all openings in coach and exhausts through the roof 5 Turn fan motor On WHEN EQUIPPED WITH THERMOSTAT 1 Follow Operating Instructions 1 thru 4 2 Select desired temperature or comfort level on thermostat Fan motor will now start stop automatically as interior temperature of coach exceeds or drops below selected level NOTE Fan motor will not start i...

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Page 123: ... your trailer as manufactured and the Gross Vehicular Weight Rating Vehicle Manufacturing Tag lists the Size of tires and wheel rims Maximum Cold Inflation pressures the Vehicle identification Number VIN and Gross Axle ratings GAWR The UBW and NCC weights listed in the Specification Table are for the base unit with no options and fluids Gross Vehicular Weight Rating GVWR is the maximum permissible...

Page 124: ...1 8 11 8 11 8 11 Interior Height W AC 6 4 5 6 4 5 6 4 5 6 4 5 6 4 5 6 4 5 6 4 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 Interior Height W O AC 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 Hitch Ball Height 18 18 17 25 17 25 17 75 17 75 17 75 17 75 18 25 17 75 18 25 17 75 17 75 Hitch Wt lbs 459 459 550 550 720 720 467 833 833 770 885 950 880 GVWR lbs 4300 4300 4500 5000 6000 6300 6000 7300 7300 ...

Page 125: ...B 13 City Water Hook Up C 4 F 8 Cleaning D 1 Circuit Breakers G 1 G 15 Coaxial Cable Wiring G 8 Condensation C 9 Converter G 4 Connector 7 Way B 3 E 5 G 1 G 15 110 volt C 4 E 5 Countertop E 2 Coupler D 3 Control Panel E 3 F 16 G 11 Dimensions I 2 Dinette E 3 Doors Main D 2 Screen D 2 Drain Valves F 10 Drainage F 14 Dump Valves F 14 Electrical G 1 12 Volt G 1 110 Volt C 4 G 14 Circuit Breakers G 1 ...

Page 126: ...ading B 3 E 6 LP Bottles F 2 LP Gas C 8 E 3 F I LP Gas Detector E 7 LP Gas Exterior Port D 20 Maintenance Parts A 9 Maintenance Record A 11 Maintenance Schedule A 7 Mold Prevention C 10 Monitor Panel E 3 F 16 G 11 Oven H 3 Overnight Stop C 2 Parking C 2 Passing B 10 Plumbing F 1 Power Cord C 4 Power Jack D 5 Range H 3 Rear Cargo Area Preparation D 17 Cargo Door Screen D 18 Cargo Loading Safety D 1...

Page 127: ...Vehicle B 1 TV C 5 G 8 TV Antenna G 6 Upholstery E 1 Valves Drain F 10 Vents E 4 H 6 Warning Introduction Warranty A 1 Washing D 1 Waste System F 14 Water System F 5 Drainage F 10 Filter F 6 Heater C 4 E 3 F 5 F 11 H 5 Inlet Connection C 4 F 8 Pump E 4 F 6 Strainer F 6 Tank F 7 I 2 Valves F 7 F 10 Waxing D 1 Weight B 4 I 2 Weight Distribution B 4 B 7 Wheel Torque D 12 Alignment A 5 D 6 I 1 Bearing...

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