Airstream GLOBETROTTER 2023, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance
2023 Globetrotter
8-11
Battery Storage
During the winter, the batteries should be removed
from the trailer and stored in a cool, dry place, where
there is no danger of freezing� They should be kept
full of water, cleaned, and charged monthly. A battery
that is allowed to completely lose its charge will never
regain its original power or a full charge�
The following recommendations may be helpful if the
battery is to be stored:
• When storing the battery in a vehicle or vessel, it is
not necessary to leave it on charge� Disconnect the
negative battery cable� This will prevent inadvertent
discharging of the battery which may lead to a
complete discharge.
• Fully charge the battery before putting it in storage
and store in a cool place�
• Charge the battery every 30 to 60 days to ensure
maximum battery life.
NOTE
A battery will self-discharge 1-3% per month at 80
degrees.
Water Pump
Water Pump Access Locations
In 25FB, 27FB, and 30RB models, the water pump is
located under the wardrobe. The bottom cabinet panels
swing open for access and/or the bottom shelf of the
wardrobe can be removed on certain models.
Strainer Cleaning
Locate the water pump and housing cap. Turn housing
cap counterclockwise to remove cap and carefully pull
out strainer. Clean strainer in small bucket of clean
water or under running water� If necessary, clean
strainer in a detergent solution� If the detergent solution
is used, rinse thoroughly� Install strainer and housing
cap, being careful not to damage housing cap seal.
Fresh Water Tanks and Draining
Drain Valves
Drain valve locations are listed below by model;
however, it may be helpful to know how to locate them
should this information become outdated due to a
change mid-production.
To locate internal low-point drain valves:
1�
Look for a water line (usually white, red, or blue)
protruding from the exterior underbelly. It will be a
bare line with no valve. There may be two or more.
2� Establish a reference point to something inside the
trailer, such as a window or vent�
3� Once inside, use your reference point to locate
where the water line comes out of the floor. Trace
the water line to the nearby low-point drain valve
connection�
You can find where water lines come through the floor
and locate valves by removing access panels inside or
under furniture near your reference point; others are
accessible by removing a drawer or opening a cabinet/
compartment door. Sometimes access to internal
valves is gained externally from inside a storage
compartment.
To locate external fresh water tank valve(s), look for
a white PVC petcock valve or in-line brass valve(s)
mounted to the galvanized steel underbelly.
For more information on the plumbing layout, see the
Fresh Water Layouts at the end of this section�