Airstream Land Yacht 2006, Owner'S Manual

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CAMPING
D-9
EXTENDED STAY
Making a long trip is not very different from making a weekend excursion. Since everything you
need is right at hand, you are at home wherever you go. When packing for an extended trip, take
everything you need, but only what you need.
Some models are equipped with Hydraulic Leveling Jacks that can be deployed. Complete
instructions are included with the Owners Packet. Be sure to read the directions completely prior
to operating the jacks
.
When you plan to stay in the same place for several days, weeks or months, you will want your
motorhome to be as level as possible. Check the attitude with a small spirit level set on the inside
work counter. If a correction is necessary, then you must first level from side to side. This can be
done most easily by driving up a small ramp consisting of 2" x 6" boards tapered at both ends.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND PLACING TIRES IN A HOLE FOR LEVELING. Check the tire
section of the chassis portion of this manual for information on tire support.
Hook Up to Water by attaching a ½ " minimum high-pressure water hose to the city water
service, or the hose from the water reel if so equipped.
Plug the
Electrical Cable into the Power Service . Be sure you have the wire grounded and have
the proper polarity. See Electrical Section for technical details.
Cable TV/Telephone Hookup is located on the roadside rear corner of the motorhome. The
television booster must be turned off for the cable system to operate properly.
To use the
Generator you simply start it. All switching is done automatically. The generator can
be started either from your interior monitor panel, dash switch or the switch on the generator
itself.
It is easier on your generator and appliances if you'll allow the generator to reach its normal
operating speed (about a minute) prior to applying heavy current loads.
Hook your
Waste Drain Hose into the Sewer Disposal Facility and attach to the drain outlet in
your motorhome. For details on this procedure see Drain and Waste System Section.
Turn on the gas supply and light the oven pilot. Lighting a top range burner to bleed any air from
the system will make it easier to start other appliances.
When you stay for extended periods where electric or water hookups are not available, you must
make regular checks on the condition of your 12-volt battery and the contents of your water tank.
Carry drinking water in a clean bucket to refill your tank. When your waste tank nears capacity,
move your motorhome to a dumping location.
WARNING
: The escape windows(s) are identified by their red release handles. Pull red
handle toward window center. Push out on the glass and it will swing clear. The window operation
should be checked each trip and the latches lubricated with WD-40 or equivalent every six months.
Do not parked in a manner that would prevent the escape windows from opening or block an
emergency exit route.