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Weights and Loads

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When towing a trailer, you are subject to new and different 
challenges on the highway than you may have previously 
encountered. Balancing the load and preparing the trailer and 
tow vehicle are critical to safe handling.

One of the most critical aspects of safe towing is knowing the 
weights involved and where they are placed. The first thing to 
determine is how much is being towed and con- firming that it is 
within the capacities of the equipment being used. 

To know what your trailer weighs when loaded—including water, 
propane, etc — take it to a public scale. Refer to your axle 
weight and tire limits to see if you are within a safe range. Always 
ensure that your loaded trailer is below the Gross Vehicle Weight 
Rating (GVWR). 

Make sure your load is balanced — front to back, side to side. 
Determining where the load is placed is critical to the way your 
rig will handle on the road. Step back and look at your trailer, 
making sure that there is not too much weight on the hitch, or on 
the rear of the trailer. 

A Cargo Carrying Capacity tag like this can be found on the 
inside of the entry door on your trailer.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TRAILER CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY

VIN #################

THE WEIGHT OF CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED

XXX kg or XXX lbs

CAUTION

A full load of water equals XXX kg or XXX lbs of cargo @ 1 kg/L (8.3 lb/gal)

The total weight of all cargo, including dealer modifications or 
additions, water and propane should never exceed the number 
listed. Your safety depends on not overloading the trailer, 
trailer axles, and tires. Refer to Section 4 — Floor Plan and 
Specifications for rating list.

As cargo is added, removed, or shifts in location, the weight on 
the axle and hitch will change. Also, the hitch and axle weights 
will change as a consequence of the weight of the LP tank 
diminishing from use of propane, and/or the transfer of weight as 
a consequence of water in the fresh water tank being used and 
transferred to the waste water holding tank. When the LP tank is 
empty  and fresh water has been transferred to the waste water 
tank, the reduction in hitch weight may be significant.  For this 
reason, we recommend that the waste water tank be emptied 
before traveling.

New trailer users often carry more food and other supplies than 
really needed. Remember that every item you take along is one 
more thing to stow and adds weight to the total load you must 
pull. Consolidate items in shelves, lockers, and in the refrigerator. 
Special care must be taken not to overload the front and rear 
ends of the trailer.

CAUTION

It is recommended that you empty your waste 

water holding tank before traveling.

Weighing Your Trailer

CAUTION

If camping or traveling gear must be placed on the 

floor of your Nest, be sure to distribute and secure 

the load evenly from front to back. Overloading 

the rear inside the entry door could contribute to 

unstable towing/handling.

1.  Trailer’s weight on axle  

(cannot  exceed  GAWR)                

2.  Weight  on  trailer  tongue                                          

(tongue or hitch rate) 

To determine that the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)  is not 
exceeded, it is necessary to load all of your allow- able personal 
cargo and other variable weights. Then hitch the trailer to the tow 
vehicle with load equalizing hitch properly adjusted.

Chock wheels and place the trailer on a scale with the wheel/
axle assembly only on the scale (1). If the weight on the axle 
exceeds the GAWR, then some of the personal cargo must be 
redistributed forward in order to place some of this weight on the 
tongue.

The tongue weight should be 10 to 15% of the trailer’s total 
weight and must not exceed the tow vehicle’s or the hitches 
maximum weight rating. To determine tongue load, unhitch 
tow vehicle and place the tongue hitch post on a scale (see 
illustration 2). The trailer must be properly loaded as determined 
above with your allowable personal cargo and variable weights.

Summary of Contents for (nest) 2019

Page 1: ...2019 Owner s Manual...

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Page 3: ...in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication approval If and when new materials and production techniques are developed that can improve the quality...

Page 4: ...B Notes...

Page 5: ...ll information illustrations and specifications contained herein are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication approval If and when new materials and production tech...

Page 6: ...1 2 Notes...

Page 7: ...Chemical Sensitivity Formaldehyde 2 2 Ventilation 2 3 Medical Advice 2 3 Alarms and Detectors Smoke Alarm 2 3 Carbon Monoxide Detector 2 4 What is Carbon Monoxide 2 4 Important Safety Precautions 2 4...

Page 8: ...d equipment Mold Mold and mold spores exist throughout indoor and out door environments There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in an indoor environment However to control indo...

Page 9: ...lerated by heat and humidity Open windows exhaust vents and doors Operate ceiling and or other fans roof air conditioners and furnaces to force stale air out and bring fresh air in Decreasing the flow...

Page 10: ...this alarm by REPLACE BY DATE printed on the alarm cover may result in death by carbon monoxide poisoning Note that the REPLACE BY DATE is six 6 years from the date of manufacture WARNING Activation o...

Page 11: ...LPG is heavier than air and if confined in a closed space will accumulate close to the floor The LPG detector is designed to alert at less than 25 of the legal explosive limit It provides visual and a...

Page 12: ...to the extinguisher s operation you and your family should actually practice using it then replace or recharge the extinguisher Contact your local fire department for assistance you or to answer any q...

Page 13: ...Warranty Exclusions 3 4 Normal Wear 3 4 Accident 3 4 Abuse 3 4 Exposure 3 4 Overload 3 4 Chemical Gassing 3 5 Service Reporting Safety Defects 3 5 3 5 Camping Suggested Pre Travel Checklist 3 6 Inter...

Page 14: ...ilities loss of time loss of pay loss of use inconvenience commercial loss including but not limited to lost profits towing charges bus fares vehicle rental service call charges gasoline expenses inci...

Page 15: ...forth in any owner s manual provided with the travel trailer Alteration or modification of the travel trailer except such alterations or modifications approved in writing by Airstream Acts of God or...

Page 16: ...Abuse Lack of customer care and or improper maintenance will result in early failure for which Airstream cannot be held responsible Exposure Not unlike a car the steel parts of a trailer can and will...

Page 17: ...r local dealer from time to time for an updated list Additional copies are available if you need them All centers operate on an appointment basis for the utmost efficiency When you require service for...

Page 18: ...ep an operating flashlight with fresh batteries in the glove compartment 7 Pack the trunk so that you can reach the tools and spare tire without completely unpacking 8 Keep sharp or hard articles secu...

Page 19: ...trailer hitch A frame see diagram that follows under Leveling If a correction is necessary you must level from side to side first This can be done easily by backing the trailer up onto one or more 2...

Page 20: ...en parked in sub freezing temperatures make sure to keep a full supply of LPG and plug into a 110 volt power source whenever possible Leave cabinet doors wardrobes and bed doors partially open to allo...

Page 21: ...such as wood products and fabrics Protect your investment by understanding the potential risks that mold imposes Mold Growth Factors For mold growth to occur temperatures indoor or outdoors must be be...

Page 22: ...3 10 Notes...

Page 23: ...pe Convertible Dinette Queen Bed with Side Storage Pantry Cabinet 4 2 4 2 Specifications Specification Chart 4 3 4 3 Full Time Queen Bed with Side Booth Stowable Table 4 2 Specification Tags 4 3 Hitch...

Page 24: ...4 2 Floor Plans U Shape Convertible Dinette Queen Bed with Side Storage Pantry Cabinet Full time Queen Bed with Side Booth Stowable Table Not shown overhead storage lockers...

Page 25: ...g information tag lists the Size and Cold Inflation Pressure of the tires on your vehicle the weight of your trailer as manufactured and the GVWR The Vehicle Manufacturing tag lists the size of tires...

Page 26: ...4 4 Notes...

Page 27: ...5 6 Electrical Battery 12 Volt System Information 5 6 Battery Disconnect Switch 5 6 Converter Power Center 5 7 12 Volt Power Circuits 5 7 Converter Operation 5 7 12 Volt AC Panel Board 5 8 5 6 Fuses...

Page 28: ...on a soft cloth A complete homeowners guide for your sink is supplied in your owner s packet Please read these instructions before use Vinyl Flooring Use a soft broom to sweep the floor A vacuum clean...

Page 29: ...a switch on the SeeLevel II monitor panel the water heater is powered by a switch in the control panel area under the refrigerator and the A C unit and furnace are both controlled by the thermostat Ma...

Page 30: ...lor fades to multi color fades You can also select the speed of the fade by sliding the yellow bar left or right 7 Music The controller has the ability to change the lights to the beat of music Push t...

Page 31: ...rned on the pump will run until the water pressure reaches about 50 PSI At this point an internal pressure switch will shut it off When a faucet is opened the water pressure will drop and the pump wil...

Page 32: ...al power source the 12 Volt distribution panel will receive power from the converter and the batteries will be charged through the converter charging system When the switch is turned to OFF and the tr...

Page 33: ...converter must be protected from direct contact with water NOTE When installing a battery s always observe polarity Connecting a battery in reverse polarity will blow the power converter main fuses l...

Page 34: ...2 VDC and the current required by the trailer Bulk Mode In this mode the output voltage of the converter will switch to 14 4 VDC range for a maximum of four hours If the converter cycles between Absor...

Page 35: ...same GFCI protected circuit The GFCI circuit breaker provides reliable overload and short circuit protection plus protection from ground faults that may result from contact with a HOT load wire and gr...

Page 36: ...iterature covering all operating and maintenance instructions If the literature is misplaced contact the air conditioner manufacturer or your Airstream dealer for replacement WARNING Most LPG applianc...

Page 37: ...toughness and durability However the use of non compatible chemicals will cause cracking and product failure Please refer to the user s manual provided in your owner s packet for more information Furn...

Page 38: ...m and water holding tanks and is the only system component that is accessed by the user All user input to the monitor is done using the three buttons along the bottom of the display The display receiv...

Page 39: ...w the updated value The reading may flicker back and forth between two values 3 If another button is pressed before the five second time is up for the BATT button the display will immediately switch t...

Page 40: ...5 14 Notes...

Page 41: ...reen Door 6 3 6 3 Emergency Escape Window 6 3 Awning 6 3 Exterior Transom Shower 6 4 City Water Hook Up 6 4 Shore Power Supply 6 4 Coax Cable Satellite Internet Inlet 6 4 Axle Assembly 6 4 Hitch Coupl...

Page 42: ...surface NOTE Do not use caustic or highly alkaline high pH cleaners or those containing ammonia These type of cleaners may darken white or off white weathered gel coat surfaces The discoloration may b...

Page 43: ...anism A main door hold back is mounted on the trailer s chassis behind the door The hold back secures the door to help prevent it from closing inadvertently CAUTION Once the step is lowered press down...

Page 44: ...Assembly Nest features a rubber torsion axle rated to carry 4000lbs Each axle is aligned to proper specifications during manufacturing Alignment after delivery however is the customer s responsibilit...

Page 45: ...ill not be able to equalize and allow the flow limiting device to reopen Symptoms of this condition would be when appliances light but have lower than normal flame or die from lack of gas or when a su...

Page 46: ...for service or replacement it is important it be reinstalled correctly in order to prevent any possibility of it becoming dis lodged during travel WARNING A warning label has been located near the LPG...

Page 47: ...7 2 Proper Electric Brake Use 7 2 Breakaway Switch 7 2 7 2 Weights and Loads Loading 7 3 Weighing Your Trailer 7 3 7 3 Hitching Up 7 Way Plug 7 4 Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution 7 4 7 4 Off Road To...

Page 48: ...er should be adjusted to provide for a slight lead of the trailer brakes over the tow vehicle brakes CAUTION Before every trailer outing inspect the tow vehicle s hitch for loose bolts or nuts cracked...

Page 49: ...f propane and or the transfer of weight as a consequence of water in the fresh water tank being used and transferred to the waste water holding tank When the LP tank is empty and fresh water has been...

Page 50: ...the tracks made by the trailer wheels are distinctly different from those made by the tow vehicle Studying this will make it easier for you to correct mistakes WARNING The tongue weight should be appr...

Page 51: ...states in which you travel for requirements regarding chains Passing On freeways or expressways pick the lane you want and try to stay in it Always maintain plenty of space between you and the car ah...

Page 52: ...ly inflated to their recommended pressures Braking is a very important factor in vehicle control Refer to Brakes and Electronic Brake Controller in this section We recommend adding a friction sway dam...

Page 53: ...Wheel Replacement 8 5 Lug Nut Torquing 8 6 Spare Tire Carrier 8 6 Brakes 8 6 Breakaway Switch 8 6 Axles and Bearings 8 7 Battery Battery Amp Draw and Testing 8 7 Battery Cleaning 8 8 Battery Storage 8...

Page 54: ...sehold oil See further instructions in this section 7 Way Plug Spray with contact cleaner Hitch Ball Latch Lubricate with non detergent motor oil Hitch Ball Lubricate with hitch ball lube or wheel bea...

Page 55: ...II 12V30APP PN 510947 30 Breaker 20 Amp PN 510564 20 Breaker 30 Amp PN 510564 30 Breaker Type BRD BD 15 15 PN 510564 1515 GFI Breaker 15GFI 15 Amp GFI PN 510564 15GFI Replacement Filter WFCO Cheng US...

Page 56: ...t be dismounted and inspected by a trained professional It should not be aired up without a full inspection or without using a safety cage Use a calibrated gauge If your tire is rated for higher infla...

Page 57: ...placed before your next trip or vacation Store your RV in a cool dry area away from major heat sources and extreme cold An enclosed storage area is best with no exposure to electromagnetic sources suc...

Page 58: ...using a torque wrench If stud threads are damaged or faulty get professional service help NOTE Use a torque wrench to tighten lug nuts Tightening by hand or with an impact wrench is not recommended To...

Page 59: ...rged voltage of 12 8 or greater the batteries will need to be equalized The following chart shows the approximate of charge SOC State of charge vs OCV Open circuit voltage and specific gravity for Int...

Page 60: ...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...

Page 61: ...To empty waste water tank remove outlet cap and attach the sewer hose by pressing the hose bayonet inlet fitting onto the outlet rotating clockwise until it feels solid and secure Attach the outflow e...

Page 62: ...rn the pump on until all the water is expelled This water can be caught in a towel or rag 8 Lower the front of the trailer as far as the jack will allow until water ceases to drain then crank the jack...

Page 63: ...injury or unit damage NOTE System will have to be refilled with water and all air removed from lines before unit will re light Entry Door and Window Care Lubrication Apply a little paraffin or grease...

Page 64: ...8 12 Electrical Diagrams 12 Volt DC Main Schematic...

Page 65: ...tioner 16 0 Amps Circuit 2 15 Amp B Pantry Receptacle 1 5 Amps C Dinette Receptacle 1 5 Amps D Galley Receptacle 1 5 Amps E Exterior Receptacle 1 5 Amps Circuit 3 15 Amp GFI F Microwave Receptacle 12...

Page 66: ...connect a RV recommended garden hose to the tap and then to your trailer s exterior city water inlet If boondocking or dry camping is planned fill your 25 gallon on board fresh water tank at home via...

Page 67: ...d dry cleaning as the best overall cleaning solution 8 What is a rubber torsion axle Your trailer has Dexter rubber torsion axles This type axle has internal rubber cords that provide load carrying ca...

Page 68: ...8 16 Notes...

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Page 70: ...428 West Pike Street P O 629 Jackson Center Ohio 45334 0639 937 596 6111 Main 937 596 6539 Fax www airstream com Published July 2018 REV 03...

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