Airstream Caravel 2023, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance
8-16
2023 Caravel
Restoring Service After Winter
1� Re-install the fully charged batteries.
2� Close the dump valve, all water faucets, and fresh
water tank drain�
3� Add water to the fresh water tank.
4� Turn on the water pump.
5� Open and close the faucets one at a time until the
water runs clear at all faucets signaling RV non-
toxic antifreeze is flushed out of lines. Go back and
recheck water clarity at all faucets.
6� Turn off the water pump.
7� Hook up to a city water supply, open the faucets
again, and recheck water clarity.
Main Door Care
Lubrication
Apply a little paraffin or grease to the striker pockets
and a slight amount of household oil to the lock
mechanisms to keep the locks operating smoothly.
Also, lubricate the hinge pins periodically with
household oil. Use the lubricant sparingly and remove
any excess from exterior skin immediately.
Adjustment
Main door adjustment can be affected by:
• The trailer being improperly leveled (causing twisting
of trailer body/shell).*
• Striker bolt alignment being out of adjustment,
(striker bolt is adjustable).
• Screen door being out of adjustment, resulting in a
situation of the door rubbing the frame, or not closing
flush (which will create pressure on the door).
• Main door has come open at some point introducing
a change to the contour of the door frame (check for
sheared rivets on interior skin of door).
* When using the stabilizers (for eliminating movement-
not leveling) on your Airstream be sure to check the
fit of your main door before and after extending the
stabilizers. The fit of the main door can be affected if
the trailer is not level side to side and front to back.
Windows
Sticking Windows
Forcing the window open may cause the window
to shatter. Always follow the guidelines below for
releasing a stuck window.
1� Unlatch the window latches securing the windows
on the interior�
2� Apply some 303 Aerospace Protectant to a nylon
wedge window tool�
3� Starting in the corner, tuck the end of the nylon tool
under the glass and gently slide to opposite end.
4� Once the window is released, wash the gasket with
a mild soap and water solution, and dry.
5� Apply 303 Aerospace Protectant (Airstream part
# 44845WR-01) to the window gasket. To apply,
spray/pour 303 onto a soft rag or sponge and apply
a generous coating directly to the gasket. Remove
any residue that comes in contact with the exterior
aluminum skin. This may be ordered through the
Airstream Parts Department or at the Airstream
online store at www.airstream.com.
CAUTION
Prying up or applying pressure to the window may
cause the window to shatter, resulting in personal
injury or unit damage.