Airstream INTERSTATE 24 TommyBahama, Owner'S Manual

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Interior
2023 Tommy Bahama Interstate 24
5-25
Water Heater Only Operation - Boondocking
1� Select HEATER to turn on the water heater�
NOTE
When boondocking, the Element icon will change
color when selected, but will not function unless
connected to shoreline power.
Storage Mode
You can place the system in storage mode for short-
term storage between trips� For information on how to
use storage mode, see the Timberline User Manual
provided in your Owner’s Packet�
Safe Operation
DO NOT run the hydronic heating/hot water system in
an enclosed building or a partly enclosed area such as
a garage where exhaust fumes can accumulate and
create unsafe conditions�
For information on the safe operation of this system
read the Timberline User Manual provided in your
owner packet, and also, see Diesel Operated Systems
on page 2-2 and see Diesel Exhaust on page 2-6�
Maintenance
The Hydronic Heating and Hot Water System
requires periodic maintenance� For information about
maintaining this system read the Timberline User
Manual provided in your owner packet, and also, see
Maintenance Schedule on page 9-2�
WARNING
DO NOT run the hydronic heating/hot water system
in an enclosed building or a partly enclosed
area such as a garage where exhaust fumes can
accumulate and create unsafe conditions.
WARNING
Carefully read all the manufacturer’s instructions
prior to operating. NEVER store flammable material
in close proximity to the exhaust outlet on the
side of the touring coach. Hot exhaust system
components can cause burns if touched, even
briefly.
Microwave Ovens
Refer to the Certified Performance Checkout sheet,
included in your owner’s packet, for manufacturer,
model, and serial number information�
Refrigerator
Review all refrigerator literature supplied in your
owner’s packet or stored in the refrigerator prior to
operating it�
Operation
The refrigerator operates on 12 volt current coming
from the converter� All units are supplied with a wide
range thermostat designed to sense the evaporator
(cold plate) temperature� The coldest position on
the thermostat is reached by turning the knob to the
right (clockwise); conversely turning the thermostat
knob to the left (counterclockwise) yields a warmer
setting� The OFF position is reached by turning hard
counterclockwise past the click� The reference point is
shown with an indicator sticker beside the knob�
Start up
Turn the power on and set the thermostat between 3
and 4� You can make further adjustments to suit your
personal requirements after the box has cooled down�
Allow the refrigerator to come down to temperature
before loading with product� Adding pre-cooled product
will help keep the temperature stable when loading�
Setting the thermostat to a higher setting e�g�, 7, will
not decrease the time required for the unit to cool down
to its normal operating temperature�
NOTE
The refrigerator requires 12V power to operate.
You must have the Battery Power pushbutton
(battery disconnect switch) in the ON position even
if plugged into shore power.
Defrost and Cleaning
The frequency of defrost is dependent on the number
of door openings, the ambient temperature and the
humidity level� Typically, it is a good practice to defrost
once there is ¼ inch of frost buildup on either side of
the evaporator (cold plate)� When defrosting, the unit is
shut off by turning the thermostat counterclockwise to
the OFF (0) position� Prop the door open� We suggest
placing a towel in the bottom of the refrigerator to catch
excess moisture�
Now that the unit has been defrosted, the interior can
be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner� Do not use
“Brillo” or “SOS” type abrasive pads, as they will score
the surfaces� Baking soda is recommended�
CAUTION
Speeding up the defrost process with a knife
or scraper is strongly discouraged due to the
likelihood of rupturing the refrigerant circuit.