Airstream 360 XL, Owner'S Manual

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AIRSTREAM 390/396 XL
SKY DECK
The Airstream Sky Deck will make your travels a unique experience. The opportunities from this vantage
point are endless. Whether viewing your favorite outdoor spectator sport or watching the sunset across a
lake at your favorite parking spot, the safety of yourself and your companions should be utmost in your
mind. Enjoy your Sky Deck and use it responsibly.
Setup
Choose your parking spot carefully. The spot should be fairly level and provide an unobstructed view from
the Sky Deck. Before setting up, take a walk around the motorhome and observe the area above and around
the Sky Deck. This area should be free from all safety hazards (electric wires, tree limbs, etc.). Plan for an
emergency escape. Check out at least two positions in which the escape ladder can be used. Be sure the
escape routes are unobstructed to the ground.
Level and stabilize the motorhome with the power leveling jacks. Proceed up the stairs and unlatch the roof
hatch.
CAUTION:
Use the handrails when climbing or descending stairway. Steps are slippery
when wet.
WARNING:
Before entering sky deck, inspect the area above and around the sky deck
from the ground for adequate clearance from electrical wires, tree limbs, and other obstructions that may
cause injuries during setup and use of the sky deck area.
Use the Safety Rail switch to raise the electrically operated curbside rail. The hatch door will rise also as it
is attached to the safety rail by elastic cords. The cords may be slid off the knobs to allow hatch to close
while the safety rail remains deployed.
Inspect the sky deck area again to be sure it is free of any safety hazards.
Deploy and secure the hatch safety rails.
Raise the roadside safety rail (if you have the optional power motor, this rail can be deployed along with
the curbside rail) and unfold the sun lounger backrest.
Check the escape ladder's location and availability.
WARNING
: Instruct people using the sky deck on the location and use of the emergency
escape ladder. Do not park in a manner that would obstruct or prevent escape ladder use.
WARNING
: Maximum capacity on deck is 15 persons. Children must be supervised by a
responsible adult. Do not occupy unless safety rails are in their up and locked position. All persons must
stay within the safety rails. Never sit on safety rails. Do not stand on anything other than the deck within
the safety rails. At no time can the deck be occupied when the vehicle is moving.
CAUTION:
Always use the lock pin in the umbrella holder to secure umbrella poles in
place. If the wind is blowing in excess of 15 mph, close umbrella and secure fabric with tie. Before
moving vehicle, remove and stow the umbrellas.
WARNING:
All people should exit sky deck area to a safe location immediately upon the
approach of severe weather, lightning, or high wind.
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