Airstream Classic Trailer 25' 2005, Owner'S Manual

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AIRSTREAM CLASSIC TRAILER
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empty the tank every few days or whenever it
becomes almost full. ONLY BY SENDING A LARGE VOLUME OF LIQUID THROUGH THE MAIN
NK AT A TIME WILL TOILET PAPER AND OTHER SOLIDS COMPLETELY WASH
AWAY.
ding tank, which could lead to an
valve; fill the tank about half full with
ce and surging of the water will usually dissolve the
so the tank can be drained. Keep the auxiliary tank valve open when connected to a
Drain Systems Cleaning
gents that can be used without causing harm to the system are household ammonia and
tri-sodium phosphate in small quantities. Do not use any product that contains any portion of petroleum
ducts should be marked approved for ABS drainage systems.
Black Tank Flush
Inside the utility compartment is a water hose
connector for the "black tank flush". To use,
hook up a hose and turn on full force. Within the
tank a head with multiple holes will spray t
interior surface of the tank. The vacuum breaker
and check valve will be located inside the trailer
above the exterior connection. In most models
this will place them under the lavatory.
The gate valve should be closed for the first
couple of minutes, and then opened to let the
water out in a rush. Repeat as needed.
When Parked and Connected to Sewer Outlet
When you are in a park and connected to a sewer
outlet keep the main holding tank dump valve closed, and
HOLDING TA
This practice will avoid the accumulation of solids in the main hol
unpleasant cleaning job. Should solids accumulate, close the dump
water, then tow the trailer for a few miles. The turbulen
solids into suspension
sewer outlet.
Draining the tanks as described will protect them from freezing during storage. When traveling in sub-
freezing temperatures use a winterizing solution designed for RV use. Follow the directions on the
container.
The only cleaning a
distillates. This attacks the rubber seats of your toilet and dump valve. Also, do not use any dish detergent
or abrasive cleaners. All pro
When winterizing drains use only trailer plumbing system type antifreeze. These are sold through your
dealer.