Airstream 2015 Sport Owner'S Manual Download

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Publication Date: October 2014

Summary of Contents for 2015 Sport

Page 1: ...2015 Sport Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ...Publication Date October 2014...

Page 3: ...Introduction Safety General Information Floor Plans and Specifications Interior Exterior Towing Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

Page 4: ...ation available at the time of publication approval If and when new materials and production techniques are developed that can improve the quality of its product or material substitutions are necessar...

Page 5: ...L INFORMATION 3 1 Limited Warranty Policy 3 3 Service 3 6 Reporting Safety Defects 3 6 Camping 3 6 floor plans and Specifications 4 1 Floor Plans 4 2 Specifications 4 2 INTERIOR 5 1 General Informatio...

Page 6: ...vi Sport Brakes 7 2 maintenance 8 1 Maintenance Schedule 8 4 Suggested Maintenance and Replacement Parts 8 5 Tires 8 7 Electrical Diagrams 8 19 FAQs and Answers 8 24 Table of Contents Continued...

Page 7: ...cket included with this manual to be more detailed All information illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of public...

Page 8: ...1 2 Sport Introduction NOTES...

Page 9: ...2 2 Appliances and Equipment 2 2 Mold 2 2 Chemical Sensitivity and Ventilation 2 2 Chemical Sensitivity 2 2 Formaldehyde 2 3 Ventilation 2 3 Do Not Smoke 2 3 Medical Advice 2 3 Alarms and Detectors 2...

Page 10: ...and safety information Also be sure to read the Tire Safety Manual Addendum included with your owner s packet Appliances and Equipment The appliances stove refrigerator etc and equipment hot water he...

Page 11: ...ct to proper ventilation of your trailer please do not hesitate to contact your Airstream dealer Ventilation To reduce or lessen exposure to chemicals from off gassing it is of utmost importance that...

Page 12: ...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...

Page 13: ...in damage and or death WARNING Many causes of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate that while victims are aware that they are not well they become so disoriented that they are unable to save th...

Page 14: ...sensor of the device that burns away impurities in the air during periods of normal use During periods when power is interrupted impurities can build up on the sensor When power is returned to the det...

Page 15: ...3 3 Disclaimer of Incidental and Consequential Damages 3 4 Obtaining Warranty Service 3 4 Dealer Representations Excluded 3 4 Warranty Transfer 3 4 Changes In Design 3 5 Statute Of Limitations 3 5 Ex...

Page 16: ...ling 3 8 City Water Hookup 3 8 Waste Water System 3 9 16ft Model 3 9 22ft Model 3 9 Things Not To Put Into Toilet Or Drains 3 9 Shoreline Power Supply 3 9 Cable TV Inlet 3 10 Effects Of Prolonged Occu...

Page 17: ...Warranty Policy Warranty Coverage Airstream Inc Airstream warrants it will repair or replace defects in material or workmanship in any components of a new Airstream trailer purchased from an authorize...

Page 18: ...ctric 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 d...

Page 19: ...longed exposure to moisture salt air or corrosive air borne pollutants without repainting Aluminum oxidizes when unprotected under similar conditions and refinery chemicals of a sulfurous nature are h...

Page 20: ...Factory Service Center or a Certified Dealer Service Center please contact the service manager for an appointment and inform him if you are unable to keep the appointment date or wish to change it Se...

Page 21: ...spare tire without completely unpacking 8 Keep sharp or hard articles securely packed 9 Do not pack things in the passenger seating area You will need the maximum space for comfort 10 Wear easy wash d...

Page 22: ...possible Check the attitude with a small spirit level set on the inside work counter or the trailer hitch A frame see diagram that follows under Leveling If a correction is necessary you must level fr...

Page 23: ...e tanks and hose at the same time to float solids away After the sewage tank has been emptied close the gate valves and put approximately 5 gallons of water in the sewage holding tank This will help p...

Page 24: ...Occupancy Your trailer was designed primarily for recreational use and short term occupancy If you expect to occupy the trailer for an extended period be prepared to deal with condensation and the hum...

Page 25: ...and dried as soon as possible Avoid leaving damp items lying about On safe surfaces use mold or mildew killing cleaning products Check sealants regularly and reseal when necessary to avoid water leak...

Page 26: ...3 12 Sport General Information NOTES...

Page 27: ...A 400 Patcher for UD Page Floor plans and Specifications 4 1 Floor Plans 4 2 16 Sport 4 2 22FB Sport 4 2 Specifications 4 2 Specification Chart 4 2 Specification Tags 4 3 Measuring Hitch Ball Height 4...

Page 28: ...1 75 Height Ext w A C 9 3 9 3 9 3 9 3 Height Int w A C 6 4 6 4 6 3 6 3 Hitch Ball Size 25 16 25 16 25 16 25 16 Hitch Weight Dry no options 350 350 393 393 GVWR lb 3500 3500 4500 4500 UBW lb 2860 2860...

Page 29: ...Located on the front roadside of your trailer are the tire and loading and vehicle manufacturing tags The Tire and Loading information tag lists the size and cold inflation pressure of the tires on yo...

Page 30: ...4 4 Sport FloorPlansAndSpecifications NOTES...

Page 31: ...5 4 Counter Area 5 4 Sinks 5 4 Vinyl Flooring 5 4 General Cleaning 5 4 Shower Stall 5 5 Telephone Shower Head 5 5 Retractable Clothesline 5 5 Lounge 5 5 Dinette 5 5 Dinette Table 5 5 Exhaust Fans 5 5...

Page 32: ...5 8 Battery 12 Volt System Information 5 8 Battery Disconnect Switch 5 9 Power Center Converter 12 Volt 110 Volt Distribution 5 9 12 Volt Power Circuits 5 9 Converter Operation 5 10 120 Volt AC Panel...

Page 33: ...t Only 5 14 Air Conditioner 5 15 Furnace 5 15 Range 5 15 Microwave Ovens 5 15 Refrigerator 5 16 Operation 5 16 Water Heater 5 16 Electronic Ignition 5 17 Safety 5 17 High Volume Roof Vent 5 17 Operati...

Page 34: ...ies by unsnapping them from the wall removing a screw or pop rivet from the end of the curtain track and sliding them out The pop rivets are removed by drilling through the head with a 1 8 in drill bi...

Page 35: ...switch may be used to turn the pump on or off at any time The second remote switch with a red indicator is for lighting the water heater Shower Stall To clean your fiberglass shower stall unit use war...

Page 36: ...ing The ceiling light fixture has a push button switch located on the fixture Gently squeezing the lens in the middle and pulling down will remove the lens During cold weather it is a good idea to lea...

Page 37: ...steless odorless and non toxic high pressure hose of at least 1 2 in diameter designed for RV use The city water inlet is a standard garden hose thread We suggest you carry two lengths of hose in orde...

Page 38: ...near the hitch coupler A 50 amp breaker feeds the battery disconnect relay The current leaves the relay and travels to the 12 volt distribution panel located in the converter and then to the rest of t...

Page 39: ...ally except the 110 volt convenience outlets and 110 volt appliances The converter system is designed to maintain constant output voltages regardless of the variances that occur in city power systems...

Page 40: ...TE Siemens Type QT or QP Square D Type HOM or HOMT 12 VDC Fuses Each 12 VDC circuit in the WFCO Distribution panel was designed for a maximum of a 20 amp automotive style fuse Should one need to be re...

Page 41: ...The following safety considerations will help prevent damage to antenna or other property Check parking location for obstructions before raising antenna Carefully raise lower and rotate if difficult...

Page 42: ...the circuit Try lessening the load on the circuit Perhaps an electric griddle hair dryer or an electric heater can be turned off If that does not solve the problem consult an Airstream Service Center...

Page 43: ...rating on self contained battery power or hooked up to 110 volt city power The 12 volt light bulbs give off the same light as regular household bulbs so that when operating on self contained battery p...

Page 44: ...r owner s packet for operation of the thermostat If the devise remains on when the Test button is pushed the GFCI is not working properly or has been incorrectly installed wired wrong If your GFCI is...

Page 45: ...ance Checkout sheet included in your owner s packet for manufacturer model and serial number information Air Conditioner Manufacturer Dometic Sales Corporation 2320 Industrial Parkway P O Box 490 Elkh...

Page 46: ...ither side of level keeping the liquid ammonia from accumulating in the evaporator tubing Operation The refrigerator requires 12 V current to operate even if running on LP or 110 V modes The 12 V is u...

Page 47: ...ted flat head Phillips screws around perimeter of screen insert only 3 Clean screen with soap and water solution dab dry with a soft cloth and reinstall Electronic Ignition The switch used to light yo...

Page 48: ...he first button the display will immediately switch to show the new level or voltage The 5 second time out is restarted every time a button is pressed 3 To continuously display a reading press and rel...

Page 49: ...creen Door 6 3 Emergency Escape Windows 6 3 Front End Protection 6 3 Window Stone Guards 6 3 Wrap Protectors 6 3 Awning 6 3 Exterior Shower 6 4 Axle and Running Gear Assembly 6 4 Chassis 6 4 Hitch Bal...

Page 50: ...ting that cannot be removed by normal washing procedures Airstream recommends using DX 330 Acryli Clean made by PPG Industries Follow all directions and warnings on the product container Acryli Clean...

Page 51: ...for clearance and escape Front End Protection Window Stone Guards Stone guards may be provided for added protection on the front windows To open the guard unhook the two rubber T handles on the bottom...

Page 52: ...trailer axle s is bent upward in the middle This bend is normal and is how the camber is obtained Also toe in is built into the axle by very slight bends in the axle tube on each end Tire wear indica...

Page 53: ...e threads on the outlet exterior and female Prest O Lite left handed threads on its interior This feature allows for connection of the new wrenchless right handed Acme RV connection while still accomm...

Page 54: ...pty to full gas cylinders Both tanks are connected to this regulator Make sure there is propane in both tanks before you start Rotate the white knob on the top front side of the regulator toward the c...

Page 55: ...lling off or becoming dislodged during travel Use only the LPG tanks furnished with your trailer If replacement is required it must be a bottle of the same size and design Basic Rules For LPG Safety W...

Page 56: ...a until odor clears 6 Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected before using again Exterior LPG Port An exterior LPG port quick connect may be installed on the hitch A frame of your tra...

Page 57: ...Weighing Your Trailer 7 3 Hitching Up 7 4 7 Way Plug 7 4 Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution 7 4 Towing Tips and Information 7 5 Tracking Observation 7 5 General Information 7 5 Cooling System Overload...

Page 58: ...you must pull Consolidate items in shelves lockers and in the refrigerator It is better to have one full and one empty locker than two half empty ones Special care must be taken not to overload the f...

Page 59: ...the way your rig will handle on the road Know what your trailer weighs loaded Load your trailer including water propane etc and take it to a public scales Weigh each axle of your vehicle Refer to you...

Page 60: ...This will be the tongue weight of your trailer If you exceed the capacity of the bathroom scales increase the two foot dimension to three or four more feet but always multiply the scale reading by th...

Page 61: ...g grade when slowing down after higher speed driving driving with long idle periods in traffic jams If the tow vehicle s temperature gauge or indicator light indicates overheating and the air conditio...

Page 62: ...ry to back to your left because the visibility is much better When you don t make it on the first try it is usually much easier to pull forward to your original position and start over or at least pul...

Page 63: ...quick steering movements to counter trailer sway will actually cause increased sway and loss of control Keep both hands on the wheel Hold the wheel as straight as possible until stability is regained...

Page 64: ...Towing 7 8 Sport NOTES...

Page 65: ...Information 8 8 Proper Tire Inflation 8 8 Underinflated Tires 8 8 How Overloading Affects Your Tires 8 8 Weighing Your Trailer Or Towed Vehicle 8 8 Tire Care 8 8 Tire Care Tips 8 8 Tire Inspection an...

Page 66: ...ain Valves 8 14 Drain Valve Locations 8 14 Fresh Water Tank Draining 8 15 Water Heater Draining 8 15 Black and Gray Water Tanks Draining 8 15 16 ft Model 8 15 22 ft Model 8 15 Black Water Tank Dumping...

Page 67: ...lt Diagrams 8 19 110 Volt 30 Amp Diagram 8 20 16 Sport 8 20 22FB Sport 8 21 Solar Panel Pre Wire 8 23 FAQs and Answers 8 24 Electrical 8 24 Plumbing 8 24 Audio Video 8 24 Appliances 8 25 Maintenance 8...

Page 68: ...cation Chart in this manual for wheel torque ratings Breakaway Switch Pull pin and lubricate with household oil See further instructions in this section 7 Way Plug Spray with contact cleaner Every 5 0...

Page 69: ...Step Light LED PN 512252 Convenience Light Dump Valve PN 512533 NOTE Most Exterior Lighting is LED and a replacement fixture will be required Interior 12 Volt Lighting Light 12V Single with switch PN...

Page 70: ...application Replacement Filters Air Conditioner 11 000 BTU PN 690323 102 Air Conditioner 13 500 BTU PN 690323 102 Laminate Touch up Seam Fil White PN 360301 02 Fil Stik White PN 28430W 03 Fil Stik Lig...

Page 71: ...NG Never attempt to change any tire on the trailer without securely chocking the trailer s remaining wheels Never position yourself in a manner where a raised trailer can come down on you if it should...

Page 72: ...ures a special gauge will be required designed for larger tires Do not bleed air from warm tires to reduce pressure buildup Do not inflate tires to cold PSI rating beyond rim specifications How Overlo...

Page 73: ...to the surface during flexing and protect the rubber from ultraviolet light But when when the tires are long idle natural aging may cause the rubber to crack prematurely especially in the sidewall are...

Page 74: ...g or hear a rattling sound coming from a wheel especially at low speeds a wheel lug nut may have come loose This problem is usually caused by improper tightening or by faulty or damaged lug bolt threa...

Page 75: ...ings by hand place a glob of grease in the palm of one hand and push the large end of the bearing down into the grease see illustration Keep turning the bearing around and forcing it down through the...

Page 76: ...19 F The following table shows the freezing points of batteries at various specific gravity readings temperature corrected 80 F NOTE Specific gravity can be tested with a hydrometer Follow usage inst...

Page 77: ...gain its original power or a full charge For battery service or replacement go to any service station or dealer who sells and services the make of battery installed in your trailer When being towed th...

Page 78: ...obe Access is gained by removing the felt covered lower wardrobe shelf Strainer Cleaning 2 3 1 1 Pump 2 Housing Cap 3 Strainer Locate the water pump and housing cap Turn housing cap counterclockwise t...

Page 79: ...tanks attach the sewer hose by pressing the bayonet fitting onto the dump valve outlet and rotating clockwise until it feels solid and secure Attach the outlet end of the hose to the sewage outlet mak...

Page 80: ...are household ammonia and tri sodium phosphate in small quantities Do not use any product that contains any portion of petroleum distillates This type of product will attack the rubber seals of your t...

Page 81: ...quipped remove the cartridge of the water purifier and leave the purifier valve in the open position 9 Remove the batteries from your trailer and store in a cool dry place where there is no danger of...

Page 82: ...ting movement not leveling on your Airstream be sure to check the fit of your main door before and after extending stabilizers The fit of the main door can be affected if trailer is not level side to...

Page 83: ...8 Maintenance Sport 8 19 Electrical Diagrams 12 Volt Diagrams...

Page 84: ...ircuit 3 20 Amp 15 Amp CSA E Microwave Receptacle 12 0 Amps Circuit 4 20 Amp 15 Amp CSA F Outside Receptacle 1 5 Amps F Outside Receptacle CSA 1 0 Amps G Galley Receptacle 1 5 Amps G Galley Receptacle...

Page 85: ...Receptacle 1 5 Amps D Dinette Receptacle CSA 1 0 Amps Circuit 3 20 Amp 15 Amp CSA E Microwave Receptacle 12 0 Amps Circuit 4 20 Amp 15 Amp CSA F Refer Receptacle Single 1 2 Amps G Galley Receptacle 1...

Page 86: ...dard 30 Amp Circuit Breaker Layout Circuit 5 20 Amp Water Heater Circuit 4 20 Amp GFI Refer Galley Bath Outside Dinette Receptacles Front TV Living Area Circuit 3 20 Amp Microwave Receptacle Circuit 2...

Page 87: ...bar located under the front bed Battery cables will run to this bar A Cat 5 patch cord for a solar panel display if supplied with the after market unit runs from the battery buss bar to an area just...

Page 88: ...wer supply from the house batteries to everything but the LPG detector The switch is used to cut power when the trailer is not being used or put into storage to preserve battery charge 7 What does the...

Page 89: ...aving your trailer for long periods or in threatening weather the awning should be retracted The Zip Dee website is www zipdeeinc com An instructional video can also be viewed at http www zipdeeinc co...

Page 90: ...s by regularly cleaning window seals with soapy water and applying a silicone product or Aerospace Protectant 303 to the seals Clean edge of glass also 10 The mattress in my Airstream is an odd shape...

Page 91: ...Main 6 3 Screen 6 3 Draining System 5 7 E Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy 3 10 Tip To Controlling Condensation 3 10 Electrical 5 8 7 Way Plug 7 4 Electrical Diagrams 8 19 Electrical 110 Volt City Powe...

Page 92: ...Stall 5 5 Sinks 5 4 Solar Panel 5 12 Specifications 4 2 Statute Of Limitations 3 5 Step Operation 6 3 T Tanks Draining Dumping Cleaning 8 14 Thermostat 5 14 5 17 Things Not To Put Into Toilet Or Drai...

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