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2019 Tommy Bahama TC

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1-1
SAFETY � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2-1

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2

CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY AND VENTILATION . . . . .

2-2

ALARMS AND DETECTORS . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-3

FIRE EXTINGUISHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-9

EMERGENCY EXIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-9

GENERAL INFORMATION � � � � � � � � � � 3-1

LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY . . . . . . . . . . .

3-2

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-5

CAMPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-6

FLOOR PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS � � � � � 4-1

FLOOR PLANS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3

INTERIOR � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5-1

GENERAL INFORMATION AND CLEANING . . . . . .

5-3

ELECTRICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-7

ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . .

5-16

APPLIANCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-17

EXTERIOR � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6-1

WAXES AND POLISHES . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-2

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR

TOURING COACH FINISH . . . . . . . . . .

6-2

ROADSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES . . . . . . . . .

6-6

CURBSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES . . . . . . . . .

6-7

ROADSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES (GT) . . . . . . .

6-8

CURBSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES (GT) . . . . . . .

6-9

SCREEN DOORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-10

AWNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-11

HITCH COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-12

SPRINTER VAN � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7-1

IMPORTANT SPRINTER INFORMATION . . . . . . .

7-2

FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-2

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . .

7-2

TIRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-3

CHANGING A TIRE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-5

INSTALLING AND REMOVING A WHEEL . . . . . . .

7-8

TIRE ROTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-9

AIR RIDE SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-10

DRIVING � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8-1

LOADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-2

SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-4

TRAILER TOWING AND DRIVING TIPS . . . . . . .

8-5

TOWING A TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-6

TOWING YOUR TOURING COACH . . . . . . . . .

8-9

SAFETY CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-10

MAINTENANCE � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9-1

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-2

SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE AND

REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-3

TIRE CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-5

BATTERY (MAINTENANCE FREE) . . . . . . . . .

9-6

LPG SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-7

PLUMBING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-8

DRAIN AND WASTE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . .

9-11

WINTERIZING AND STORAGE . . . . . . . . . .

9-13

ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-17

FAQS AND ANSWERS . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-33

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Summary of Contents for TOMMY BAHAMA 2019

Page 1: ...2019 TOMMY BAHAMA OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...of publication approval If and when new materials and production techniques are developed that can improve the quality of its product or material substitutions are necessary due to availability Airstream reserves the right to make such changes Airstream Tommy Bahama Touring Coach Owner s Manual 2018 Airstream Inc All rights reserved Publication Date May 2018 REV 01 ...

Page 3: ...S 6 6 CURBSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES 6 7 ROADSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES GT 6 8 CURBSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES GT 6 9 SCREEN DOORS 6 10 AWNING 6 11 HITCH COVER 6 12 SPRINTER VAN 7 1 IMPORTANT SPRINTER INFORMATION 7 2 FUEL 7 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 7 2 TIRES 7 3 CHANGING A TIRE 7 5 INSTALLING AND REMOVING A WHEEL 7 8 TIRE ROTATION 7 9 AIR RIDE SUSPENSION 7 10 DRIVING 8 1 LOADING 8 2 SAFETY 8 4 TRAILER TOWING...

Page 4: ...2019 Tommy Bahama TC NOTES ...

Page 5: ...ilable at the time of publication approval Airstream reserves the right to make changes if and when new materials and or production techniques are developed that can improve the quality of its product or when material substitutions are necessary due to availability We have provided many important safety messages in this manual Always read and obey all safety messages WARNING A warning is used for ...

Page 6: ...2019 Tommy Bahama TC 1 2 Introduction NOTES ...

Page 7: ...e 2 3 ALARMS AND DETECTORS 2 3 Smoke Alarm 2 4 Carbon Monoxide Detector 2 4 This Carbon Monoxide Detector Is Not 2 4 Important Safety Precautions 2 4 What Is Carbon Monoxide 2 5 Conditions Which Can Result In Dangerous CO Situations 2 5 Symptoms Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning 2 5 Regular maintenance 2 6 Basic Generator Safety Information 2 6 Liquid Propane Gas LPG Detector 2 7 Low Voltage 2 7 Detect...

Page 8: ...nstructions and warnings in this manual as well as those in the specific owner s manuals of the appliances and equipment Generator Safety Do not operate the generator in an enclosed building or in a partly enclosed area such as a garage Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual and the generator manufacturer s manual Refer to Section 5 Interior for generator information Mold M...

Page 9: ... by these products naturally decreases rapidly over time Airstream strongly suggests you take measures to properly ventilate your touring coach on a regular basis If you have any questions with respect to proper ventilation of your touring coach please do not hesitate to contact your dealer or Airstream Ventilation To reduce or lessen exposure to chemicals from off gassing it is of utmost importan...

Page 10: ...de poisoning Replace By Date is six 6 years from the date of manufacture This Carbon Monoxide Detector Is Not Designed to detect smoke fire or any gas other than Carbon Monoxide To be seen as a substitute for the proper servicing of fuel burning appliances To be used on an intermittent basis or as a portable alarm for spillage of combustion products from fuel burning appliances NOTE This Carbon Mo...

Page 11: ... air Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces or water heaters Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situations 2 Extended use of un vented fuel burning devices 3 Temperature increase that can trap exhaust gases near the ground Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Mild Exposure Slight headache nausea vomiting fatigue flu like sym...

Page 12: ...fter any alarm Failure to do so can result in injury or death Basic Generator Safety Information 1 Never sleep in the vehicle with the generator running without ensuring the carbon monoxide detector is working Primary protection against inhaling carbon monoxide is daily every eight hour inspection for visible and audible generator exhaust system leaks 2 DO NOT operate the generator in an enclosed ...

Page 13: ...s or provide protection against dangerous levels of LPG Detector Test The Test Reset button is used to verify proper alarm function Executing the test function sounds the alarm and illuminates the red LED The test will sound the alarm twice with 4 beeps in 1 second followed by 5 seconds of silence By pressing the button you can verify that the alarm sounds and the LED functions properly WARNING Ac...

Page 14: ...devices that vent gas should the pressure become excessive WARNING DO NOT use cooking appliances for comfort heating Cooking appliances need fresh air for safe operation Before operation open overhead vent or turn on exhaust fan and open window If you smell gas Extinguish any open flames pilot lights and all smoking materials Do not touch electrical switches Shut off the gas supply using the remot...

Page 15: ...ble material away from open flame We have all heard these warnings many times but they are still among the leading causes of fires Emergency Exit There are three avenues of escape from the touring coach in the event of an emergency the driver s door the passenger door and the sliding side cargo door As always safety should be one of your top priorities Make sure you and everyone traveling with you...

Page 16: ...2019 Tommy Bahama TC 2 10 Safety NOTES ...

Page 17: ...ear 3 4 Accident 3 4 Abuse 3 5 Exposure 3 5 Overload 3 5 Chemical Gassing 3 5 Sprinter Van 3 5 SERVICE 3 5 Reporting Safety Defects 3 6 CAMPING 3 6 Suggested Pre Travel Check List 3 6 Interior 3 6 Exterior 3 6 Touring Coach Equipment And Accessories 3 6 Motoring Essentials 3 6 Overnight Stop 3 7 Overnight Or Weekend Trips 3 7 Longer Trips 3 7 Extended Stay 3 7 Leveling 3 8 Effects Of Prolonged Occ...

Page 18: ...not extend the warranty coverage period Any performance of repairs after the warranty coverage ends OR any performance of Limited Warranty Policy This Limited Warranty Covers i The first retail owner and any subsequent owners ii ONLY those portions of a NEW motorhome not excluded under the section What is Not Covered when sold by an authorized dealership and iii ONLY defects in workmanship perform...

Page 19: ...d vehicles purchased directly or indirectly through auction salvage repossession or other non customary sale means 8 Motorhomes used for any rental business and commercial purpose If the motorhome owner or user files a tax form claiming a business or commercial tax benefit related to the motorhome or if the motorhome is purchased registered or titled in the name of any business association it shal...

Page 20: ...ty dispute resolution program is available at no charge to you to settle unresolved warranty disputes for recreation vehicles This dispute resolution program reviews eligible product and service related complaints involving warranty covered components To find out more about this program or to request an application brochure please call the Arbitration Administration office toll free 800 279 5343 T...

Page 21: ...n in whole or in part in any Airstream manual should be interpreted as advice or directions to disregard or void the Warnings Cautions Notices or other information contained in the Sprinter s manuals WARNING Your Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van Operator s and Warranty Manuals contain important cautions warnings operational and warranty information on the Sprinter and its components All information in t...

Page 22: ...ck exterior lighting 3 Check torque of lug nuts 4 Check tires for correct pressure 5 Adjust vehicle mirrors 6 Pull forward about 50 ft test brakes and check site for forgotten objects and cleanliness Touring Coach Equipment and Accessories 1 Water hose 5 8 in high pressure tasteless odorless non toxic two 25 ft sections 2 Y connection water hose 3 Holding tank cleaner and deodorizer 4 Power cord a...

Page 23: ...oach is built to be safely parked in any spot that is relatively level and where the ground is firm Your facilities are with you You are self contained Try to pick as level a parking spot as possible 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...

Page 24: ... itself as warped or stained panels Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious condensation problem When you recognize the signs of excessive moisture and condensation in the touring coach action should be taken to minimize their effects NOTE Your touring coach is not designed nor intended for permanent housing Use of this product for long term or permanent occupancy may lead to prematu...

Page 25: ...p quickly and dried as soon as possible Avoid leaving damp items lying about On safe surfaces use mold or mildew killing cleaning products Check sealants regularly and reseal when necessary to avoid water leaks Proper preventive maintenance to the touring coach and its accessories as described both in this manual and in accompanying literature will provide the best protection to the touring coach ...

Page 26: ...ill not last more than about 15 hours in freezing weather less 4 hours with use of the tank heating pads Of course you can run your generator to recharge the battery or even use the generator continually Keep an eye on your LP Gas or engine fuel according to the type of generator your touring coach is equipped with Since the generator starts off the house battery it is recommended to start the gen...

Page 27: ...nce in this manual for winterizing instructions Safety As always safety should be a top priority Ensure that you and everyone traveling with you can quickly operate the main door and the emergency exit window in the dark Plan for other means of escape in case these designated exits are blocked The escape windows s are identified by their red release handles To release the escape windows lift up on...

Page 28: ...2019 Tommy Bahama TC 3 12 General Information NOTES ...

Page 29: ...PECIFICATIONS Section 4 FLOOR PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS 4 1 FLOOR PLANS 4 2 Tommy Bahama Lounge 4 2 Tommy Bahama Grand Tour 4 2 SPECIFICATIONS 4 3 Specification Chart 4 3 Specification Tags 4 4 Tire Size with Maximum Inflation Pressure Cold 4 4 ...

Page 30: ...ama Grand Tour T_TB1 T_TB2 BATH W SHOWER GALLEY STORAGE POWER LOUNGE DINETTE SEAT OVERHEAD WARDROBE LED TV FRIDGE FREEZER PANTRY WARDROBE LED TV WORK STATION REMOVABLE TABLE ENTRY STEP BAR CABINET BAR CABINET POWER LOUNGE STORAGE OVERHEAD WARDROBE LED TV GALLEY BATH W SHOWER DINETTE SEAT ENTRY STEP ...

Page 31: ...lbs Up To 5 000 lbs Fuel Tank 24 5 gallon 24 5 gallon Fresh Water Capacity 26 gallon 26 gallon Gray Water Tank 27 gallon 27 gallon Black Water Tank 13 gallon GT 14 gallon 12 gallon GT 14 gallon LPG 14 55 gallon 14 55 gallon Water Heater Combination Electric LPG 60 000 BTU On Demand 60 000 BTU On Demand Air Conditioner 13 500 BTU 13 500 BTU Furnace 16 000 BTU 16 000 BTU Refrigerator w Freezer Box L...

Page 32: ...o capacity refer to the Cargo Carrying Capacity tag on the inside of the door The WEIGHT OF CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED numbers shown on the tag which is the maximum weight of cargo you can load and carry in your specific touring coach as built with its options Located on the front roadside of your touring coach are the Tire and Loading and Vehicle Manufacturing tags The Tire and Loading information...

Page 33: ...unge Bed 5 6 Pedestal Table 5 6 Collapsing Clothes Rod 5 6 Privacy Sun Shade 5 6 Storage Tips 5 6 Power Blinds 5 7 Remote Instructions 5 7 ELECTRICAL 5 7 12 Volt System 5 7 12 Volt Operation 5 7 Power Center 5 8 Auxiliary Fuse Locations 5 8 Multiplex System 5 8 Systems Controlled By Firefly 5 9 Ceiling And Directional Lighting 5 9 Bar Accent Lighting 5 10 120 Volt Power 5 10 Automatic Generator St...

Page 34: ...ply 5 17 Operation 5 17 Satellite Antenna Pre Wiring 5 17 Roof Mounted Satellite 5 17 Portable Satellite Antenna 5 17 APPLIANCES 5 17 Maintenance 5 18 Air Conditioner 5 18 Exhaust Fans 5 18 High Volume Roof Vent 5 18 Thermostat And Rain Sensor 5 19 Cleaning Instructions 5 19 Furnace 5 19 Microwave Ovens 5 19 Range 5 19 Refrigerator Freezer 5 20 Operation 5 20 Start Up 5 20 Defrost And Cleaning 5 2...

Page 35: ...ak fabric with the cleaning solution Use wet wipes or a cloth dampened with water Gently wipe the affected area For more stubborn stains a solution of 95 percent water and 5 percent dish soap can be used More persistent stains may take a second treatment after allowing the fabric to dry or a solution of Ninety one percent Isopryl Alcohol This product is extremely durable with special stain resista...

Page 36: ...s not recommended as this could create an unsafe surface Counter Area Your Airstream is equipped with Corian countertops which can be cleaned with common household cleaners For most residues use warm soapy water or an ammonia based household cleaner rinse and wipe dry For stubborn residue spray with Deep Cleaner from Stone Care International wait 30 seconds and wipe dry with a paper towel For disi...

Page 37: ...oved about the body Normally the best water conservation procedure is to wet the entire body and then turn the water off Apply soap lather thoroughly and then rinse the soap off Retractable Clothesline A retractable clothesline and line hook is installed for your convenience in the shower stall Toilet The touring coach toilet in your Airstream is a design that has been used for many years To flush...

Page 38: ...ing swivel adjustment CAUTION Seat backs on cab and second row seats must be returned to full upright position and seat moved forward before seat is swiveled Failure to do so could result in damage to the seats upholstery the wall panels and the seat decorative skirt Rear Lounge Bed The rear jackknife seats and center lounge can be converted into a sleeping area by first pulling out the aluminum e...

Page 39: ...er charges the battery and carries much of the load Some nights you may not find a place to plug into city power This should not be a problem you can comfortably run your lights water pump and vents in a normal fashion without depleting the battery The bar and overhead roof locker is a central point which holds glassware mixing utensils and storage for all sizes of bottles Make sure everything is ...

Page 40: ...tent shorts at this box could result in damage and or injury All servicing of this box should be done by a qualified Service Technician Auxiliary Fuse Locations In addition to the 12 volt fuses and breakers described in this section some components have additional fuse protection as supplied or required by their manufacturer These locations are 1 LP detector 2 amp fuse behind detector 2 Battery Se...

Page 41: ...this could indicate a short in the wiring and should only be serviced by a certified technician The Light Master button allows you to instantly turn ON or OFF all lighting in the interior of your touring coach Pressing the Light Master ON button will turn on only the lights that were on when Light Master OFF was pressed Holding the button ON for more than 1 second will turn on all the interior lig...

Page 42: ... The purpose of an AGS system is to automatically start and run the generator when the 12 volt electrical system house batteries drops to a pre determined level The AGS can be enabled to monitor the house battery bank and when it reaches a certain level the generator will automatically start sending a charge to your batteries This can protect the system so that your batteries will not go down fart...

Page 43: ...nge of line voltage and ambient temperature by relearning the load each time it is turned off The system now waits until the total current is lower than the service limit by the amount in memory before it will turn that load back on This ensures that there is sufficient current to operate the load Carbon Monoxide CO is a highly poisonous gas Moving Parts and electricity can cause severe personal i...

Page 44: ...le user interaction and is provided to help the user understand power management The display monitors the total AC current of the touring coach and prevents circuit breaker tripping by momentarily shedding loads As additional appliances are turned on the system will begin to shed loads As appliances are turned off and a minimum of two minutes has expired the system will automatically restore power...

Page 45: ...g the banks from being discharged simultaneously NOTE In the event the engine battery is depleted Sprinter recommends using a trickle charge only when charging the battery When jumping the engine battery do not use a power boost Read and follow battery charging procedures in the Sprinter Owner s manual Battery Disconnect Switches Manual Disconnect Switch The manual disconnect switch located at the...

Page 46: ...t wire lead that must be grounded 2 For proper grounding connect the short ground lead to a grounded outlet box or to a cold water pipe When no water pipe is available drive a metal rod two feet into the ground and attach the ground lug to it thus providing the unit with proper grounding NOTE When the three pronged plug can be used there will be no problems with proper polarity or grounding with a...

Page 47: ...ate requirements Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Most states require touring coach s with exterior 120 volt receptacles and receptacles close to a water sources such as a faucet to have a GFCI When properly installed the GFCI circuit breaker provides reliable overload and short circuit protection plus protection from ground faults that might result from contact with a HOT load wire and ground The...

Page 48: ...ice connected This cellular profile and media index data will remain a part of the audio unit unless they are deleted Airstream recommends that the profile and media index both be erased if you plan to no longer use the system or the vehicle Airstream does not have the capability to access any data contained within the profile at any time Please refer to the radio navigation systems owner s manual...

Page 49: ...ooster is mounted A receiver can be placed inside the cabinet An HDMI cable is located in the center roof locker and runs to the rear or wardrobe TV Portable Satellite Antenna The touring coach is also pre wired for a portable satellite antenna The exterior inlet is located on the side of the touring coach and is labeled for your convenience The interior pre wire consisting of a two pin power grou...

Page 50: ... function if the current drops below 105 volts Low voltage is usually associated with older or poorly maintained motorhome parks Parking your touring coach so the power cord can be plugged in to a receptacle close to the fuse or circuit breaker box can alleviate low voltage problems Avoid extension cords and adapters whenever possible If an extension cord must be used it should be rated at 30 amps...

Page 51: ...is has not been provided contact the listed manufacturer to obtain Their manual contains specialized warnings and cautions that should be reviewed prior to operating the appliance NOTE Never place Lindeen or a like cover over ceiling fan Greatly restricted airflow and increased sound levels will occur Thermostat and Rain Sensor The fan is equipped with a built in thermostat Set the fan to auto and...

Page 52: ...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 a...

Page 53: ...or voltage The 5 second time out is restarted every time a button is pressed 3 To continuously display a reading press and release the desired button and then press the same button a second time When the button is released the display will be on hold mode which is indicated by the decimal point on the right hand side turning on While the display is in the hold mode it will recheck the level once p...

Page 54: ...ve settings When the valve is in the upright position the water valve is open When winterizing or storing for long periods it is recommended to close the bypass valve by turning the valve a quarter turn Refer to Section 9 Maintenance for further winterization and storage instructions CAUTION This appliance does not have a pilot It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the ...

Page 55: ...5 TV HDMI Inlets And Receptacle Outlet 6 5 City Water Hookup 6 5 Hydraulic Leveling System 6 5 Leveling 6 5 ROADSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES 6 6 CURBSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES 6 7 ROADSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES GT 6 8 CURBSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES GT 6 9 SCREEN DOORS 6 10 Folding Screen Door Lounge 6 10 Sliding Screen Door GT 6 10 Powered Rear Screen 6 10 AWNING 6 11 Awning Use In Wind And Rain 6 11 Awning Manual ...

Page 56: ...hes by filling them and leveling the surface 3 To beautify the paint finish appearances with more depth and high gloss 4 To protect the paint finish from the elements Do not use products that contain harsh abrasives such as rubbing or polishing compounds These products should be used by experienced technicians with the proper training and equipment Most polishes and waxes are designed to clean and...

Page 57: ...owever there are other drying products such as lint free micro fiber towels that work just as well Follow the simple cautionary measures and your new finish will give you maximum gloss and durability It is recommended that the caulking and sealant used in external seams and joints such as window frames light bezels beltline and rub rail molding etc be checked regularly If this material has dried o...

Page 58: ... any residual pressure before removing the hose Exterior Sliding Step The curbside sliding door has a sliding step with auto retract step out warning buzzer and a lock extended switch located on the multiplex panel just inside the sliding door Please read understand and instruct passengers of the following operational and safety information pertaining to the step The step extends and retracts as t...

Page 59: ...eveling System The Tommy Bahama Touring Coach can be equipped with the optional electrically hydraulically driven leveling system The hydraulic pump is powered by a 12 volt direct current motor which pumps hydraulic oil through the hydraulic hoses to four jacks The leveling system can be operated by the remote control or the control panel on the passenger s seat pedestal under the skirting The fou...

Page 60: ...enting area 4 Exterior shower outlet can be used on the water pump or with the city water hookup after faucet valve hose assembly is inserted 5 Utility hatch contains the switches for the dump valves macerator pump and macerator pump high pressure hose reel 6 Water heater exhaust vent should be cleaned regularly Make sure exhaust can escape into a well ventilated area Air coming from vent can be h...

Page 61: ...e TV Satellite TV system There is also an HDMI outlet 3 LP tank remote fill and shutoff location 4 Sliding step with auto retract has a step out warning buzzer and a lock extended switch for easy entry into the touring coach 5 Porch light is switched just inside the sliding cargo door on the forward shower wall 6 High volume roof vent is an exhaust only vent Complete operating instructions are in ...

Page 62: ...learance in venting area 4 Exterior shower outlet can be used on the water pump or with the city water hookup after faucet valve hose assembly is inserted 5 Utility hatch contains the switches for the dump valves macerator pump and macerator pump high pressure hose reel 6 Water heater exhaust vent should be cleaned regularly Make sure exhaust can escape into a well ventilated area Air coming from ...

Page 63: ...d into the Cable TV Satellite TV system There is also an HDMI outlet 3 LP tank remote fill and shutoff location 4 Sliding step with auto retract has a step out warning buzzer and a lock extended switch for easy entry into the touring coach 5 Porch light is switched just inside the sliding cargo door on the forward shower wall 6 High volume roof vent is an exhaust only vent Complete operating instr...

Page 64: ... screen door is open before closing the exterior door Failure to follow this caution could result in damage to the screen door Powered Rear Screen To lower the rear power screen press the down button on the multiplex control panel once To stop the power screen in the position that you want press the button again or allow the screen to stop automatically when it reaches its set limit To raise the p...

Page 65: ...ning Manual Override If power to the vehicle is not available the awning can be safely retracted using the manual override located on the idler right end of the case A ratchet and socket extension has been included and is located under the passenger side compartment floor 1 Remove thumb screw from backside of decorative awning cap The cap will be held in place by velcro that must be released befor...

Page 66: ...ches on the rear cover located on the lower backside of the cover Both will need to be slid to the inside to be unlatched properly as shown below 2 Push outer latch past the pin on both sides to release as shown below 3 Pull straight down to remove cover Once removed you can store this in one of the rear storage compartments Reverse these instructions to reinstall ...

Page 67: ...sist 7 3 TIRES 7 3 Vehicle Placard And Tire Inflation Pressure Label 7 3 Proper Tire Inflation 7 4 Under Inflation 7 4 How Overloading Affects Your Tires 7 4 Tires And Wheels 7 4 Tire Grip 7 5 Hydroplaning 7 5 CHANGING A TIRE 7 5 Flat Tire 7 6 Precautions When Changing A Wheel 7 6 Procedure 7 6 Spare Tire Carrier 7 6 Jack 7 7 INSTALLING AND REMOVING A WHEEL 7 8 Mounting A New Wheel 7 8 Centering W...

Page 68: ...d understand and follow this information Component Identification If repairs are needed it may be difficult to determine which parts are Mercedes Benz and which are Airstream s responsibility The following partial lists show the major components of the van and the company responsible for their servicing For assistance in locating a service center in the United States Customer Assistance Center Thr...

Page 69: ...al wear bad handling harsh ride Tire inflation pressures should be checked as per the Mercedes Benz Sprinter s Owner s manual and when significantly changing the load you plan to carry in your touring coach Set the correct tire pressure before loading the vehicle Always check tire inflation pressures when the tires are cold Inflation recommendation is 61 psi Front and rear pressures are shown for ...

Page 70: ...atively ineffective and the difference in ride quality is not significant When minimum inflation pressure requirements are not met tire durability and optimum operating conditions are compromised Tire inflation pressure should always meet at least the minimum guidelines for vehicle weight It may be necessary to inflate your tires at a truck stop or truck service center in order to achieve adequate...

Page 71: ...ater much deeper than it appears Once cars are swept downstream they will often roll to one side or perhaps flip over entirely The driver has a few seconds to escape the vehicle Many drivers panic as soon as the vehicle submerges and are found later with their seat belt intact Changing A Tire Partially excerpted from the Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van Operator s Manual After changing a wheel the wheel...

Page 72: ...l wheel nuts or stud threads Procedure Park the vehicle on a firm level non slippery surface Switch on the hazard warning flasher switch apply the parking brake and place the transmission selector in P Everyone must leave the vehicle before you jack it up Everyone must leave the danger zone before you jack up the vehicle Danger zones vary with locations Take a minute and look at what might happen ...

Page 73: ...or installing a spare tire NOTE Spare tire carrier winch is designed for hand operation only Do not use impact type power tools to drive this device WARNING Defective spare tire equipment or an improperly stored spare tire could damage your equipment and or cause serious possible fatal injuries to people inside your touring coach other motorists and pedestrians The yoke pins must be inserted into ...

Page 74: ...rosswise pattern as specified with a torque wrench For tire pressure and wheel bolt torque procedures see the Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van Operator s Manual Remove the jack and stow it in the vehicle tool kit Check the tire pressure For tire pressures see the Mercedes Benz Sprinter Operator s Manual Retighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench after a distance of approximate...

Page 75: ...operly support the tires if blocks are used for leveling Extreme caution must be taken to ensure that the tires are fully supported when using blocks to level the touring coach The load on the tire should be evenly distributed on the block and in the case of duals evenly distributed on blocks for both tires If not done the steel cables in the sidewall of the tires may be damaged and could lead to ...

Page 76: ...ndependent of the load in the longitudinal and lateral direction and relatively independent of centre gravity height will automatically contribute to safer vehicle behavior and better comfort Manual Adjustments A remote located on the B pillar next to the drivers seat can be used to manually adjust the air suspension To manually adjust while parked set the emergency brake With the engine running p...

Page 77: ...To Install a LATCH Equipped Seat 8 4 TRAILER TOWING AND DRIVING TIPS 8 5 Trailer Hitches 8 5 Loading A Trailer 8 5 Checking Weights Of Vehicle And Trailer 8 5 Attaching A Trailer 8 6 TOWING A TRAILER 8 6 Tracking 8 7 Brake Controller 8 7 Backing Up 8 8 Rearview And Side Monitor System 8 9 Passing 8 9 Parking Your Touring Coach 8 9 TOWING YOUR TOURING COACH 8 9 SAFETY CHECK LIST 8 10 Exterior Check...

Page 78: ...uding but not limited to dealer or customer modifications or additions fluids freshwater and holding tanks food clothes tools tongue weight of a towed trailer or vehicle and passengers should never exceed the number listed while the touring coach is in transit The SAFETY BELT SEATING CAPACITY is the number of passengers that seat belts are provided for The A FULL LOAD OF WATER EQUALS number is arr...

Page 79: ...ocated as low as possible Do you really want to carry a full fresh water tank to a RV park 1 000 miles away and then hook up to a city water supply Even if you re going to a remote area you can usually fill your water tank shortly before entering the area Just reducing your load by 10 gallons of water lets you carry an additional 83 50 lb of cargo Front Axle GAWR GVWR Rear Axle GAWR GCWR GVW SCALE...

Page 80: ...pproved seat belts WARNING Children must be secured in a federally approved child restraint device Failure to use proper restraints while in transit can result in severe or fatal injuries Never place an infant seat that faces to the rear on the front passenger seat Never place an unbelted infant seat on any seat while in transit Child restraint devices are designed to be secured with lap or lap sh...

Page 81: ... Tongue Weight nor the trailer GVWR are exceeded Maximum permissible values are listed on the safety compliance certification labels for the vehicle and for the trailer to be towed For their location see the Mercedes Benz Sprinter Operator s Manual The lowest value listed must be selected when determining how the vehicle and trailer are loaded To assist in attaining good handling of the vehicle tr...

Page 82: ...formation see your authorized Mercedes Benz Sprinter or Airstream dealer Towing a Trailer There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailer towing Make sure that your vehicle trailer combination will be legal not only for where you reside but also for where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be the State Attorney General State Police o...

Page 83: ...n properly adjusted This will help keep your tow vehicle and trailer in a straight line and make you stop as if you were driving the tow vehicle alone If swaying or swerving should occur briefly operating the controller separate from the vehicle brakes may help correct the situation Practice this maneuver on a clear highway Do not wait for an emergency and then grope for the controller When towing...

Page 84: ...K THE TRAILER WHEELS when stopping on a hill or slope Leaving your tow vehicle in gear is not enough for standstill safety Do not use trailer brakes as parking brakes Backing Up In BACKING UP the important thing to remember is to DO EVERYTHING SLOWLY and to correct immediately if you see the trailer turning the wrong way Concentrate on the rear of the trailer With your tow vehicle and trailer in a...

Page 85: ...he risk of personal injury or damage to the vehicle power train as a result of vehicle trailer movement always Keep right foot on the brake pedal Shift gear selector lever to position N Have a second person place wheel chocks on downhill side of left and right trailer wheels Slowly release the brake pedal allowing the vehicle and trailer to roll into chocks until stopped Firmly depress parking bra...

Page 86: ... that all doors be completely closed and locked during travel 2 Turn off living area water pump 3 Check that refrigerator door is closed and latched if equipped 4 Check that nothing heavy is stored in overhead or high cabinets which could fall out and cause injury Heavy items should be stored in lower cabinets 5 Stow galley flip up shelf and pedestal tables 6 Check that counter tops range top and ...

Page 87: ...Gray Water Holding Tanks 9 12 Macerator Impeller Release Feature 9 12 Manual Operation 9 12 Extended Stays 9 13 Black Water Tank Flush 9 13 Drain System Cleaning 9 13 WINTERIZING AND STORAGE 9 13 Touring Coach Winterization 9 14 Water Heater Winterizing 9 15 Pump Winterizing 9 15 Restoring Service 9 15 Toilet 9 16 Toilet Winterizing 9 16 Removal 9 16 Maintenance 9 16 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 9 17 12 Vo...

Page 88: ...om vent for obstructions Wheel Lug Nuts See Specification Chart in this manual for wheel torque ratings 7 Way Plug Spray with contact cleaner Every 10 000 miles or 6 months Tires Inspect and rotate Spare Tire Carrier Lubricate moving parts Windows and Door Seals Clean with mild detergent and coat with Slipicone Exterior Wax Every year Battery Clean neutralize and coat terminals with petroleum jell...

Page 89: ...ghting is LED and a replacement fixture will be required Interior 12 Volt Lighting LED Flex Tape Light 61 PN 512659 LED Flex Tape Light 39 PN 512659 02 LED Shower Light PN 512376 LED Eyeball Light PN 512603 LED Courtesy Light w SS Bezel PN 512377 LED Spot Light w Frosted Lens PN 512936 LED Reading Light w Frosted Lens PN 512803 LED Linear Utility Light PN 512908 LED Linear Utility Light w Switch 1...

Page 90: ...bel directions Exterior sealant should be checked and resealed once a year Walbernize Super Seal PN 28433W Use to clean and polish while depositing a reflective water proof glaze finish Recommend two applications a year Acryl R Seam Sealer PN 28430W 01 16 oz can Gray Use anywhere a fine bead of gray sealant is required Acryl R Seam Sealer PN 28430W 04 16 oz can White Use anywhere a fine bead of Wh...

Page 91: ...l to drive with less than 2 32 in remaining tread depth 7 Park out of the sun whenever possible when in warm climates In desert regions use tire covers to prevent ultra violet light deterioration to tires Tire Inspection and Storage Before taking your touring coach on a trip or when removing it from an extended storage period make it a practice to inspect the overall condition of your tires Check ...

Page 92: ...nce is an important issue Maintain a clean battery top and check terminals and cables for tightness and cleanliness A dirty battery will dissipate its charge through surface contamination Clean the battery top with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly To ensure maximum battery capacity on the charge and discharge the battery terminals and the inside portion of the cable connector should be scraped or b...

Page 93: ... fill is free of dirt It may help to remind your LPG supplier to only use a clean fill hose to fill your tank Turn off the remote switch when the LPG system is not in use as it draws 12 volt current from the batteries WARNING Only certified LPG suppliers should fill the LPG tank Turn remote gas supply switch off before filling or refilling LPG tank WARNING Always shut off the LPG gas when refuelin...

Page 94: ...osed Close all low point drain valves and the fresh water tank drain valve Fill the water tank by opening the exterior gravity feed water fill door A high pressure RV Marine FDA approved drinking water hose of at least in diameter made from material that is tasteless odorless and non toxic can now be inserted or use a clean bucket and funnel to fill the tank It s a good idea to let the water run t...

Page 95: ...the tab This will release the male fitting connected to the hoses and strainer Be sure that both the female and male fitting on the disconnect are free of all debris and are not damaged before replacing Check the pump system for leaks any time the disconnect fittings on the hoses and or strainer are removed CAUTION Failure to check the quick disconnect fitting for water leaks when reinstalling inl...

Page 96: ...in plug is located on the front of the tank pan under the touring coach Drain Valve Locations Grand Tour T_TB1 T_TB2 BATH W SHOWER GALLEY STORAGE POWER LOUNGE DINETTE SEAT OVERHEAD WARDROBE LED TV FRIDGE FREEZER PANTRY WARDROBE LED TV WORK STATION REMOVABLE TABLE ENTRY STEP BAR CABINET 1 Water Heater Bypass Valve Under Driver Side Lounge Bed 2 Drain Valves Behind Panel Water Pump 2 Drain Valves Un...

Page 97: ...e systems CAUTION The waste hose is pressurized when operating the macerator pump Secure the loose hose end at the disposal facility with supplied inlet adaptors before turning on pump The high pressure waste hose is stored on an electric hose reel and connected to the Discharge Port Adaptor It has a threaded drip proof valve with a versatile two size threaded adaptor allowing the valve to be conn...

Page 98: ... and turn on the pump Run until just before the pump runs dry Any trickle of gray water left will remain in discharge hose behind drip proof valve and is typical Remember running the pump dry for more than 30 seconds could damage the pump 6 Turn the drip proof valve off and remove the hose adaptor from the dump station inlet Retract the hose into the hose reel by holding the switch in the retract ...

Page 99: ...the system are household ammonia and tri sodium phosphate in small quantities Do not use any product that contains any portion of petroleum distillates This type of product will attack the rubber seals of your toilet and dump valve Also do not use any dish detergent or abrasive cleaners All products should be marked as approved for ABS drainage systems Winterizing and Storage When storing your tou...

Page 100: ...re should be very little water if the tank is drained Be sure to have a catch pan or a rag under the pump to prevent water from spilling into the touring coach Leave the fittings disconnected from the pump until the system is ready to be used again Leave a note on the water pump switch that the plumbing is not connected 8 Remove the house batteries from your touring coach and store in a cool dry p...

Page 101: ...RV non toxic antifreeze to one of the holding tanks and start the macerator pump Run the pump until the RV non toxic antifreeze comes out the end of the pump hose Leave dump valves open As extra protection open the toilet valve and add a quart of RV non toxic antifreeze to the Black Water tank and pour a quart of RV non toxic antifreeze into a sink drain to protect the holding tanks valves and pum...

Page 102: ...use Thetford Aqua Bowl or any other high grade non abrasive cleaner Do not use highly concentrated or high acid content household cleaners They may damage the rubber seals Troubleshooting 1 Leaks a Back of toilet check water supply line connec tion at water valve Secure or tighten as neces sary If leak persists from water valve replace b Vacuum breaker leaks while flushing replace vacuum breaker o...

Page 103: ...WARNING Service BATTERY GROUND BONDS MUST BE DISCONNECTED BEFORE 12VDC ELECTRICAL SERVICE FOR BOTH VEHICLE AND COACH SERVICE INSTALL LABEL A S 386291 BOTH GROUND BOND LOCATIONS 150 GN1b GN1 GREEN LIGHT GN1c 150 CHASS GND STOP START RUNNING SPDT SPR CTR SWITCH LIGHT WIRING 2 CHASSIS CONNECTS GRD 1 TAPE OFF UNUSED WIRES AIRSTR ONAN WIRE WIRE DESCR HR MTR START STOP GROUND GRY E RED C WHT RED B WHT A...

Page 104: ...Maintenance 9 18 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 12 Volt Schematic ...

Page 105: ...Maintenance 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 9 19 12 Volt Schematic ...

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Page 107: ...Maintenance 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 9 21 12 Volt Schematic ...

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Page 109: ...Maintenance 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 9 23 12 Volt Schematic ...

Page 110: ...Maintenance 9 24 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 12 Volt Standard Parts List ...

Page 111: ... 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 9 25 30 Amp 120 Volt Schematic 120VAC 60Hz EQ W H INPUT OUTPUT A C OPT MICRO EMS SHED ORDER 1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH MD1a EQ W H MD1 PLG2 TRN1 GRAND TOUR UNITES INTERSTATE UNITES EQ W H MD1 PLG2 TRN1 ...

Page 112: ...Maintenance 9 26 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 30 Amp 120 Volt Standard Parts list ...

Page 113: ...2V VAN SCHEMATIC BRN 4 WHT 150 CABLE TVa2a TVa2b INSTALLED IF CONNECTIONS PROVIDED BY SATELLITE RECEIVER TVa2b SAT OPT RED BLK YEL BLK BRN BRN ORG BRN BLU BRN PUR BRN RED MERCEDES WIRE COLORS TO BODY HARNESS SEE 12V MODEL SCHEMATIC SHT 5 IF REQUIRED BRN 4 WHT 150 SAT2 SAT1 SAT1b SAT1a PRE WIRED HDMI1 INPUT1 INPUT2 5Vdc HDMI5 INPUT3 HDMI6 INPUT4 HDMI2 OUTPUT2 OUTPUT1 for CATV connection w roof Sat ...

Page 114: ...Maintenance 9 28 2019 Tommy Bahama TC Audio Video Standard Parts List ALL MODELS W REAR TV STD LOUNGE ADDITIONAL ON THESE MODELS ONLY w FRONT TV LOUNGE TWIN LOUNGE GRAND TOUR GRAND TOUR MODELS OR PLUS ...

Page 115: ... CIR 2 CIR 1 20 20 GFI 20 CIR 6 Circuit 1 30 amp main Circuit 2 20 amp water heater Circuit 3 20 amp air conditioner Circuit 4 20 amp inverter Circuit 5 20 amp microwave EMS Circuit 6 20 amp GFCI receptacles Breaker label content may vary Standard 30 Amp Circuit Breaker Layout ...

Page 116: ...Maintenance 9 30 2019 Tommy Bahama TC Multiplex Circuit Control Board Layout ...

Page 117: ...Maintenance 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 9 31 Multiplex Networking Diagram and Switch Panel Layout ...

Page 118: ... Five Patch Cable 10 Ga Yellow 10 Ga Green 10 amp Fuse Battery Battery 10 Amp Inline Fuse within 12 of battery Red White 6 Ga Red 6 Ga Black 6 Ga Red 12 Ga Black 6 Ga Black 12 Ga Red 50 Amp Breaker Battery Breaker Buss bar Yellow Solar Panel Display GRD Ground Buss Solar Panel Wiring Locations for solar panel wiring All wires are located under the roadside jumper seat To access remove the decorati...

Page 119: ...being used or put into storage to preserve battery charge It disengages or engages the 12 volt power supply from the house batteries to everything but the LPG detector CO detector tank heaters power lounge and Magnum invertor 7 Do you recommend using a surge protector when plugged into shore power Answer Your Airstream is breaker protected However with the use of more personal electronic devices a...

Page 120: ...es owner s manual 3 Where can I find my touring coach s serial number Answer A label is attached on the roadside D B pillar or the passenger s door This label will also provide the inflation pressure of the tires and weight specifications Appliances 1 I am planning for a trip in my Airstream How should I get the refrigerator cooled down Answer Turn the power on and set the thermostat between 3 and...

Page 121: ...Maintenance 2019 Tommy Bahama TC 9 35 NOTES ...

Page 122: ...2019 Tommy Bahama TC 9 36 Maintenance NOTES ...

Page 123: ...8 4 City Water Hookup 6 5 Cleaning Exterior 6 2 Interior 5 3 Converter 5 14 D Drain Systems 3 10 Drain Valve Locations 9 10 E Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy 3 8 Electrical 5 7 Electrical Diagrams 9 17 Emergency Exit 2 9 Energy Management System 5 11 Display 5 12 Exterior Shower 6 4 Exhaust Fan 5 18 F FAQs and Answers 9 33 Faucets 5 5 Fire Extinguisher 2 9 Floor Plans 4 2 Furnace 5 19 G Generator 5...

Page 124: ...s 6 10 Seat Belts 8 4 Service 3 5 Shoreline Power Supply 6 5 Solar System 5 21 Spare Tire Carrier 7 6 Specification Chart 4 3 Step 6 4 T Toilet 5 5 Winterizing 9 16 Towing A Trailer 8 6 Your Touring Coach 8 9 Tires 7 3 Care 9 5 Changing 7 5 Rotation 7 9 V Vent 5 18 Ventilation 2 2 W Warranty 3 2 Waste Water System 3 9 Water Heater 5 22 Winterizing 9 15 Water Pump 9 9 Strainer Cleaning 9 9 Winteriz...

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