Airstream 2013 SPORT Owner'S Manual Download

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INTRODUCTION

The Owners Manual for your new Airstream trailer is designed to respond to the

most frequent inquiries regarding the operation, function and care of the many

systems that make modern trailering a joy.

Airstream realizes our customers possess varying degrees of expertise in the

area of repairing and maintaining the appliances in their trailer. For this reason,

the service and trouble-shooting information found in this manual is directed

toward those with average mechanical skills.

We also realize you may be more familiar in one area than you are in another.

Only you know your capabilities and limitations. We want you to use this

manual, and hope you will find the information contained in it useful, however,

should you ever feel you may be “getting in over your head” please see your

dealer to have the repairs made.

A brief explanation of the operation of the appliances such as refrigerator,

furnace, water heater and others are explained in this manual. However, you

will also find the manufacturer’s information supplied in a packet included

with this manual more detailed.

All information, illustrations and specifications contained 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 which can

Summary of Contents for 2013 SPORT

Page 1: ...are in another Only you know your capabilities and limitations We want you to use this manual and hope you will find the information contained in it useful however should you ever feel you may be getting in over your head please see your dealer to have the repairs made A brief explanation of the operation of the appliances such as refrigerator furnace water heater and others are explained in this ...

Page 2: ...ional items can only be included during the manufacturing phase and cannot be added The inclusion of optional items does not imply or suggest the availability application suitability or inclusion for any specific unit Important Safety Precautions You ll find many safety recommendations on this page and throughout this manual The recommendations on the next two pages are the ones we consider to be ...

Page 3: ...operly torqued is an important responsibility that trailer owners and users need to be familiar with and practice Inadequate and or inappropriate wheel nut torque tightness is a major reason that lug nuts loosen in service Loose lug nuts can rapidly lead to a wheel separation with potentially serious safety consequences Overtightening can be just as serious and cause failure of the lug nut or bolt...

Page 4: ...hildren as well as anyone with a history of asthma allergies or lung problems may be more susceptible to the effects of off gassing Formaldehyde Most of the attention regarding chemical off gassing surrounds formaldehyde Formaldehyde is a naturally occurring substance and is an important chemical used widely by industry to manufacture building materials and numerous household products It is also a...

Page 5: ...n windows exhaust vents and doors Operate ceiling and or other fans roof air conditioners and furnaces and use a fan to force stale air out and bring fresh air in Decreasing the flow of air by sealing the recreational vehicle increases the formaldehyde level in the indoor air Please also follow the recommendations contained in Chapter 2 regarding tips to avoid condensation problems Many of the rec...

Page 6: ...g Main Door Windows Chassis Tires Axle and Running Gear Electric Brakes E INTERIOR FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES Fabric Care Features Fixtures Storage Areas Smoke Alarm Gas Detector LP Fire Extinguisher Gas Detector CO F PLUMBING LP Liquid Petroleum Gas Water Winterizing Drain and Waste Toilet Faucet G ELECTRICAL Battery Disconnect Battery Converter Distribution Panel TV Antenna Booster Satellite Pr...

Page 7: ...EREBY DISCLAIMED BY AIRSTREAM SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY This Limited Warranty does not provide coverage for any of the following 1 Tires batteries stereo television range stove furnace refrigerator water heater microwave generator slide out mechanisms and othe...

Page 8: ... k Failure to seek and obtain repairs in a timely manner l Failure to use reasonable efforts to mitigate damage caused by defects m Failure to properly ventilate the trailer n Improper electric power supply or improper vehicle hookup to other facilities o Acts or omissions of any person or entity other than Airstream DISCLAIMER OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Airstream hereby disclaims any...

Page 9: ...ory in Jackson Center Ohio for repairs Airstream does not control the scheduling of repairs at its authorized Airstream dealers and repairs at the Airstream factory may not be immediately available Therefore you may encounter delays in scheduling repairs and or completion of repairs All costs associated with transporting the trailer for any warranty service shall be the sole responsibility of the ...

Page 10: ...tion of the twenty four 24 month Limited Warranty period or 2 expiration of the ten 10 day notice period that follows expiration of the Limited Warranty period if such notice is given THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AIRSTREAM INC 419 West Pike Street P O Box 629 Jackson Center OH 45334 0629 Tele 937 596 6111 Fax 937 59...

Page 11: ...the area are beyond Airstream s control and become the responsibility of the owner It is the responsibility of the owner to take such preventative measures as are necessary to maintain the exterior caulking and sealer of your unit It is the responsibility of the owner to use reasonable prudent care to prevent foresee able secondary damage from rain plumbing leaks and the natural accumula tion of m...

Page 12: ...mance checks on your trailer equipment will be conducted and any deficiencies you have experienced since taking delivery will be corrected Please contact your dealer if you need service Major service under your Airstream Limited Warranty is available through our nationwide network of Airstream Dealer Service Centers An up to date list of Dealer Service Centers will be sent with an Owner s Survey s...

Page 13: ...Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Warning FAILURE TO MAINTAIN YOUR COACH CAN CAUSE PRE MATURE AND UNEXPECTED PARTS BREAKAGE AND OR ERRATIC OPERATION THA...

Page 14: ...e with non detergent motor oil Hitch Ball Lubricate with hitch ball lube or wheel bearing grease Main Door Step Lubricate moving parts and check As a battery ages and becomes less efficient or in very hot weather the water level should be checked at more frequent levels EVERY 10 000 MILES OR 6 MONTHS Brakes Inspect adjust or replace as necessary Wheel Bearings Clean and repack Tires Inspect and ro...

Page 15: ...sure all parts operate freely Replace any component if worn or damaged SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PARTS AND LUBRICANTS BULBS EXTERIOR LED Step light Clearance Light Sealed replace light LED Stop Turn Tail license plate L15 0073 Convenience Light Dump Valve Sealed replace light Exterior Compartment Light Incandescent 1141 BULBS INTERIOR Ceiling Closet Light Incandescent 1141 DANGER Always replace the li...

Page 16: ... Clips for Hitch Grease Seals Dry Graphite WD 40 or Equivalent Aerosol Lubricant Oil Can with 30 Weight Non Detergent Oil Silicone Lubricant Light Household Type Oil Spray Contact Cleaner Hitch Ball Lube May use wheel bearing grease Exterior Sealer DATE DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED MAINTENANCE RECORD ...

Page 17: ...ines to use when helping a customer decide on a tow vehicle The guidelines are not just determined by the power output of the engine The gear ratio of the differential is also a very important part of the guideline Inspect the tow vehicle s hitch regularly for loose bolts or nuts cracked welds loose ball mounts worn parts etc New trailerists often carry more food and other supplies than really nee...

Page 18: ...the tow vehicle brakes Follow the directions provided with your controller and keep the information for future reference Don t be afraid to ask questions If you don t understand the directions have the installer explain the procedures Due to normal brake lining wear the brakes and the controller setting should be checked and readjusted every six months or 10 000 miles whichever comes first Note Br...

Page 19: ...ess with a small car Like an airline pilot who is responsible for expensive equipment and many lives you should take your responsibilities as a tow vehicle driver very seriously and learn all you can about doing the job safely and well Balancing the load and preparing the trailer and tow vehicle are critical to safe handling One of the most critical aspects of safely operating a trailer is knowing...

Page 20: ...axle to a minimum See Specification section in this manual for definitions and weights pertaining to this label WEIGHING YOUR TRAILER The diagram on the next page shows how to weigh the trailer on scales The allowable personal cargo must be distributed in your trailer in such a manner that the Gross Axle Weight Rating is not exceeded To determine this it is necessary to load all of your allowable ...

Page 21: ...ther round piece will lay exactly one foot from the centerline of the jack extension Place the scales so that another round piece can be exactly two feet from the centerline of the jack extension in the other direction Place a 4 x 4 on the two round pieces and screw the jack extension down on the top of the 4 x 4 until the tongue of the trailer is supported by it Multiply the scale reading by thre...

Page 22: ...gulations Please see your dealer or other qualified personnel for instruction on the proper hitching of your trailer Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution When a trailer is hitched up properly to a tow vehicle with a load equalizing hitch approximately 1 3 of the trailer s tongue weight will be on the trailer s axles and 2 3 will be transferred to the tow vehicle 1 3 of this weight transfer will be c...

Page 23: ... hitch manufacturers field of expertise and performed formal testing we find the vast majority of Airstream owner s purchases sway control devices When passed by large trucks or when exposed to sudden crosswinds the trailer will be pushed and this action will be felt in the tow vehicle It s our understanding the sway control devices will reduce the amount of movement and make towing more comfortab...

Page 24: ...parking lot Don t wait for an emergency then grope for the controller When trailering you might encounter a temporary cooling system overload during severe conditions such as hot days when pulling on a long grade when slowing down after higher speed driving or driving long idle periods in traffic jams If the hot indicator light comes on or the temperature gauge indicates overheating and you have y...

Page 25: ...apply the tow vehicle brakes as this can tend to exaggerate the situation You may find however that briefly applying the trailer brakes with your manual control will help eliminate sway DANGER CHOCK 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 On a two lane road cars will be lini...

Page 26: ...window or in the mirror until the rear of the trailer is pointing in the desired direction Your tow vehicle will be following the trailer in an arc Straighten the tow vehicle and trailer by turning the steering wheel more sharply and then when they are in line straighten the steering wheel ALWAYS TRY TO BACK TO YOUR LEFT BECAUSE THE VISIBILITY IS MUCH BETTER See Illustration When you don t make it...

Page 27: ...Towing B 11 B ...

Page 28: ...iler brakes should work in synchronization with your tow vehicle brakes Never use your tow vehicle or trailer brakes alone to stop the combined load Your brake controller must be set up according to the manufacturer s speci fications to ensure proper synchronization between the tow vehicle and the trailer Additionally you may have to make small adjustments occasionally to accommodate changing load...

Page 29: ...tle as possible while maintaining control of the vehicle Because of natural reaction lag time quick steering movements to counter trailer sway will actually cause increased sway and loss of control Keep both hands on the wheel Hold the wheel as straight as possible until stability is regained 3 Do not jam on the brakes or attempt to press on the accelerator to speed your way out of the fishtailing...

Page 30: ...Towing B 14 B NOTES ...

Page 31: ...itch It must be properly attached 5 Check safety chains and breakaway switch cable 6 Fully retract jack Remove and stow jack stand or wood block 7 Check clearance and stoplights 8 Check lug nuts for correct torque 9 Check tires for correct pressure 10 Check that TV antenna is properly stowed 11 Adjust tow vehicle mirrors 12 Pull forward some 50 ft test brakes and check site for forgotten objects a...

Page 32: ...Quality tire gauge 14 Emergency road warning triangle Personal 1 Tow vehicle insurance to cover you and your family fully 2 Avoid carrying large amounts of cash Use Travelers Checks and credit cards 3 Confirm reservations 4 Have sunglasses sun block and insect repellent for everyone 5 Pack camera and film 6 Make a checklist of clothing and toilet articles for everyone 7 Carry Atlas or maps 8 Medic...

Page 33: ...n should be checked each trip and the latches lubricated with WD 40 or equivalent every six months Warning At each campsite make sure you have not parked in such a manner as to block the operation of the escape window by being too close to trees fences or other impediments Scenic views are one reason for traveling but don t park so the beautiful lake or steep cliff is just outside your escape wind...

Page 34: ...and individually owned have installed sanitary dumping stations for just this purpose Booklets are available which lists these dumping stations When stopping for the night your Airstream is built to be safely parked in any spot that is relatively level and where the ground his firm Your facilities are with you You are self contained Unless the tow vehicle is needed for transporta tion it is not ne...

Page 35: ...lacing tires in a hole for leveling LEVEL FROM FRONT TO REAR by disconnecting the hitch from the tow vehicle putting the jack pad under the hitch jack and adjusting the jack up or down until you are level Block or chock the wheels to keep the trailer from rolling Use STABILIZING JACKS at all four corners as shown in the diagram to eliminate the natural spring action of the axles NOTICE STABILIZING...

Page 36: ... sewage tank has been emptied close the gate valves and put ap proximately five gallons of water in the sewage holding tank This will help prevent solids from building up in the sewage holding tank The addition of a deodorizing agent like Aqua Kem will help prevent odors Should you ever have a build up of solids close the valves fill the tanks about 3 4 full with fresh water drive a distance to ag...

Page 37: ...o be turned on while moving While traveling in these states you must use your common sense How cold is it How long will it be before you can turn the heat back on Is the temperature dropping or rising Remember when towing at 50 MPH the wind chill factor will cause the interior of the trailer to cool much faster than a trailer that is parked When parked in sub freezing temperatures make sure you ke...

Page 38: ...signs of excessive moisture and condensation in the trailer action should be taken to minimize their effects TIPS TO CONTROLLING CONDENSATION NOTICE To avoid condensation problems try to follow these tips to help alleviate excess moisture Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when bathing washing dishes hair drying laundering and using appliances and non vented gas burners Keep the bathro...

Page 39: ...bute to mold growth For mold growth to occur temperatures indoor or outdoors must be between 40 degrees and 100 degrees Fahrenheit and also have a source of moisture such as humidity standing water damp materials etc Indoors the most rapid growth occurs with warm and humid conditions How can mold growth be inhibited By controlling relative humidity the growth of mold and mildew can be inhibited In...

Page 40: ...ries as described both in this manual and in accompanying literature will provide the best protection to the RV For more information of controlling moisture in the RV please read Tips to Controlling Condensation located in this manual ...

Page 41: ...d drying a good grade of nonabrasive automotive paste or liquid wax will increase the life of the finish especially in coastal areas where the finish is exposed to salt air or in polluted industrial areas It will also protect the shell from minor scratches and make subsequent cleaning easier It is important to remove sap gum resin asphalt etc as soon as possible after they appear by washing and wa...

Page 42: ...r lock in engaged from the inside by a lever and the dead bolt is engaged by a turning the knob A main door hold back is mounted on the side sheet The hold back secures the door to the side of the trailer When opening the door push it gently into the spring operated slide To release the door slide the hold back bolt back A little grease in the striker pockets and slight amount of household oil in ...

Page 43: ...ush or finger working it into the surface This is a good practice for all rubber seals in your trailer For replacement of a damaged window contact an Airstream Service Center Window Solar Stoneguard Stone guards may be provided for added protection on the front panoramic windows To open the guard unhook the two rubber T handles on the bottom of the guard raise the stoneguard to the desired height ...

Page 44: ...all is completely nested in socket push top of latch handle rearward until handle snaps into closed position Figure 2 4 Extend jack to ground and lift tow vehicle trailer combination 2 4 to insure coupler is securely attached to tow ball Retract jack before towing 5 Insert padlock through hole in handle for theft prevention Warning ALWAYSOPENLATCHHANDLEBEFOREINSERTING BALL INTO COUPLER AXLE AND RU...

Page 45: ...Remove hubcap or spindle cover wheel and tire 3 Remove cotter pin 4 Remove dust cap 5 Remove spindle nut and washer 6 Remove bearings and hub 7 Lay down hub with inside grease seal down Knock out inner bearing and grease seal using wood or plastic dowel and hammer 8 Clean all parts thoroughly with kerosene 9 Check all bearings and races for chips or roughness of any kind Any dam aged component mus...

Page 46: ...hand place a glob of grease in the palm of one hand and push the large end of the bearing down into the grease see illustra tion Keep turning the bearing around and forcing it down through the grease until the grease is extruded up through the opposite end Wipe the extra grease in your hand around the outside of the bearing It s not necessary to fill the hub and dust cap with grease ...

Page 47: ...D OUT LUBRICATED WITH LIGHT HOUSEHOLD OIL AND REPLACED EVERY 90 DAYS To prevent corrosion within the breakaway switch pull the switch s pin straight forward and spray the inside of the switch through the hole with an electric contact cleaner such as Spra Kleen and reinsert the pin A drop of light household oil on the groove near the base of the pin will allow the pin to oper ate freely WHEN THE TR...

Page 48: ...be checked and ser viced by qualified certified technicians only Failure to do so could result in loss of control of your vehicle or the trailer causing damage to property injury and or death TIRES A Tire Safety Manual is provided with each owners packet Please read and become familiar with this information before using your trailer Your trailer is equipped at the factory with name brand trailer t...

Page 49: ...slodged from a jack Warning When removing aluminum forged wheels from spindle it is very important to mark them to assure the wheel is placed in the same position of the drum when reinstalling If the aluminum forged wheel is to be mounted on a different drum it is important to sand all loose corrosion from the mating surfaces Load and Inflation Information for Your Tires Maintaining proper tire in...

Page 50: ...re requirements are not met tire durability and optimum operating conditions are compromised Tire inflation pressure should always meet the 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 air pressure for your coach s needs Only permanent air seal metal valve caps should be used Be safe if a tire has been ...

Page 51: ...ns TIRE CARE Tires are a very precisely engineered product designed for specific applications and use The tire functions as the sole contact between the vehicle and the road Therefore it must provide several different functions in order for your tow and recreational vehicle to handle properly Most important are traction while moving grip when steering or stopping and a comfortable ride for you and...

Page 52: ...etal etc 6 Never drive on smooth tires Tires should be removed when 2 32nds inch of tread depth remains In most states it is illegal to drive with less than 2 32nds inch remaining tread depth Proper Inspection and Storage of Tires Before taking your RV on a trip or when removing from an extended storage period make it a practice to inspect the overall condition of your tires Check for any type of ...

Page 53: ...on an RV that is over five years old should be inspected by a competent tire professional for cracking and replaced even if it has no apparent tread wear This is because a tire on a car or truck might last 80 000 to 120 000 miles before it needs to be replaced but an RV tire that only travels 5 000 miles per year will not approach that mileage for 20 years It will need to be replaced much before t...

Page 54: ...ld affect proper seating of the wheel to the hub surface Lug Nut Torquing Proper wheel nut torque is very important to safe and dependable towing of your vehicle The wheel and axle systems used in travel trailers wheels are similar yet different in many ways to those used on cars and trucks These differences are important and require special attention to wheel nut torque both while the trailer is ...

Page 55: ...ing a torque wrench If lug stud threads are damaged or faulty get professional service help Warning WHEEL SEPARATION CAN OCCUR 1 On first trip tighten wheel nuts at start and at 10 25 and 50 miles 2 Thereafter check wheel nuts Before each trip Following winter storage check before beginning a trip Following excessive braking inspect wheel nuts Warning Do not over torque wheels as this could damage...

Page 56: ...iler in the loose parts box These parts can used to connect a lantern or other appliance that uses a one pound LPG bottle supply to the exterior port To assemble the loose parts install the male quick connect coupler to one end of the supply hose Then add the flare fitting to the other end of the supply hose and then install the one pound bottle coupler to the flare fitting This assembly can be in...

Page 57: ...e coupler and gently pull on appliance supply line to check that it is properly captured Turn the shut off lever to the on position to supply gas to the appliance To remove the appliance supply line Turn the gas lever to the off position to unlock the male coupler and slide the sleeve back to release the appliance supply line For safety the LP Port Valve has a shut off lever that locks the male co...

Page 58: ...Exterior D 18 D NOTES ...

Page 59: ...mage upholstery fabric Warning Keep your furniture and family safe from fires caused by careless smoking Do not smoke when drowsy Remove im mediately any flowing ash or a lighted cigarette which falls on furniture Smoldering smoking material can cause upholstered furniture fires Interior Skin The interior skin on your trailer is covered with an upholstery that can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner ...

Page 60: ...for your conveinence in the shower stall of the unit Dinette Seats Pedestal Table 22 Front Bed Model The table is of a high pressure laminate and can be cleaned with soap and water or you can use a common solvent on tough spots Be sure no abrasive cleaner is used as there is the possibility it could scratch the surface A protec tive pad should always be placed under hot utensils The dinette is mad...

Page 61: ...the water off Apply soap lather thoroughly and then rinse the soap off The telephone shower head is also used to fill the tub for taking a bath When you have finished using the shower be sure to shut the water off at the faucet Linoleum Mop and clean with linoleum floor cleaner Bath Area Switches Two switches for appliances are located on the bathroom wall One is for the water pump on the monitor ...

Page 62: ... off on rough roads Evening dresses should be kept in the plastic bags like dry cleaning businesses use No matter how hard you try if you travel a long dusty section of road the dust will work its way into the trailer and soil clothes Try to avoid large bulky coats Layers of lighter clothing will usually keep you warmer are more versatile and easier to store There are several areas in the trailer ...

Page 63: ...a visual and audible alarm by sounding an alarm every 5 seconds and lighting the red LED Your LP gas detector is wired directly to your vehicle battery and incorporates a 1 amp in line fuse It has no internal battery back up In Normal Stand By Mode the LED indicator will be green LOW VOLTAGE The operating voltage for the detector is 12 VDC The actual voltage supplied to the detector in a recreatio...

Page 64: ... 5 seconds of silence By pressing the button you can verify that the alarm sounds and the LED functions properly DANGER Have a qualified technician check your LP Gas system annually or if you have any signs of leaks or malfunctions FIRE EXTINGUISHER The fire extinguisher just inside your forward door should have the charge checked on a regular basis Make sure your family especially the cook knows ...

Page 65: ... battery installation WARNING THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN ORDINARY INDOOR LOCATIONS OF FAMILY LIVING UNITS IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO MEASURE COMPLIANCE WITH OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION OSHA COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE AT SPECIAL RISK FROM CARBON MONOXIDE EXPOSURE BY REASON OF AGE PREGNANCY OR MEDICAL CONDITION MAY CONSIDER USING WARNING DEVICES WHIC...

Page 66: ...ese may cause a false alarm 6 Alarm should be tested once per week WHAT IS CARBON MONOXIDE Carbon monoxide CO is a highly poisonous gas which is released when fuels are burnt It is invisible has no smell and is therefore very difficult to detect with the human senses Under normal conditions in a room where fuel burning appliances are well maintained and correctly ventilated the amount of carbon mo...

Page 67: ... fatigue flu like symptoms Medium Exposure Throbbing headache drowsiness confusion fast heart rate Extreme Exposure Convulsions unconsciousness heart and lung failure Exposure to carbon monoxide can cause brain damage death DANGER Many causes of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate that while victims are aware that they are not well they become so disoriented that they are unable to save th...

Page 68: ...Interior E 10 E NOTES ...

Page 69: ...ple is a flow limiting device designed to sense excessive gas flow If an excessive flow is sensed the flow limiting device shuts the flow down to a maximum of 10 SCFH Standard Cubic Feet per Hour or less This is also referred to as the by pass flow By pass flow is extremely important in the proper operation of this connection The flow limiting device may activate if the cylinder valve is opened qu...

Page 70: ...regulator that offers the convenience of automatic changeover from empty to full gas cylinders Both tanks are connected to this regulator Make sure there is propane in both tanks before you start Rotate the black lever on the top front side of the regulator toward the cylinder you want to use first This will be the service cylinder and the other will be the Reserve cylin der Slowly open both cylin...

Page 71: ...ed to the A frame by two hex head nuts Periodically check the rod for tightness To Install 1 Place the bottle in position on the A frame and bottle cross member so that it rests on the upper collar of both bottles with the collar rims engaged in the grooves on the underside of the bracket If your trailer is equipped with a gas bottle cover it should be positioned over the bottles next Make sure th...

Page 72: ...rn on an exhaust fan and open a window A warning label has been located in the cooking area to remind you to provide an adequate supply of fresh air for combustion Unlike homes the amount of oxygen supply is limited due to the size of the recreational vehicle and proper ventilation when using the cooking appliances will avoid dangers of asphyxiation It is especially important that cooking ap plian...

Page 73: ...ough the lines Once the water heater is full a steady stream of water will come from the faucet Now open a cold faucet It will sputter for a short time but will soon expel a steady stream All other faucets can now be opened until all air is expelled Once the system is filled with water and the faucets closed the water pump will shut off When a faucet is opened the pump will come back on automatica...

Page 74: ...unterclockwise and be removed The screen part of the strainer will now be accessible for cleaning To reassemble rotate the inlet side of the strainer until stops are felt The O ring performs the sealing Be gentle the strainer must be reinstalled completely so it is sealed to allow the pump to prime but too much pressure will only break the strainer CITY WATER HOOK UP The city water hook up is loca...

Page 75: ...cets use the hitch jack to tilt the trailer up and down and let gravity do the work To Empty Fresh Water Tank Fresh water can be drained using two different procedures The freshwater tank drain valve on all units except for the 16 ft is located under the trailer on freshwater tank pan This box or tank pan supports the water tank A white plastic petcock is located on the side of the pan for drainin...

Page 76: ...hile the water is draining from the system open and flush the toilet flushing valve Depress hand spray lever on toilet if so equipped while holding the spray head down inside the bowl Depress hand spray thumb button on the telephone shower head while holding down inside the tub and drain all water from the flexible hose Unscrew the heads on both spray units and store 5 Turn the pump switch OFF aft...

Page 77: ...g or might damage the trailer if containers break For additional winterizing protection add a non toxic antifreeze approved for drinking water system to the water lines using the following procedure 1 Reconnect all lines except the hose to the pump inlet port Close all drain valves 2 Turn water heater by pass valve to by pass position To by pass the water heater for winterizing close valves A and ...

Page 78: ... dump valves The MAIN BLACK HOLDING TANK enables you to use the toilet for several days away from disposal facilities The wastewater from the sink shower bath and lavatory drains into the AUXILIARY GRAY HOLDING TANK Each tank has its own dump valve how ever both tanks drain through a common outlet Therefore you need to make only one sewer hose connection when hooking up to a dump station NOTE The ...

Page 79: ...eling Notice Never put wet strength paper towels or tissues in your holding tank since they won t dissolve and can catch in the mechanism of the dump valve Colored toilet tissue is slower to dissolve than white Most RV accessory stores offer tissue designed for RVs that will completely dissolve Deodorizers There are many deodorizers on the market in tablet liquid and powder form These not only com...

Page 80: ...only cleaning agents that can be used without causing harm to 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 attacks the rubber seals of your toilet and dump valve Also do not use any dish detergent or abrasive cleaners All products should be marked approved for ABS drainage systems Black ...

Page 81: ...n into the bowl for a short time after the pedals are released When you wish to conserve water hold the hand spray head over the bowl and hold down the thumb operated lever Now when you depress the pedal all the water is routed through the hand spray NOTICE When you dump the bowl of the toilet make sure all paper and solids have cleared the slide mechanism before you allow it to close Failure to d...

Page 82: ...4 Tel 616 396 1355 CARE AND MAINTENANCE All that is needed to clean your faucet and sink is a soft damp cloth Elkay does not recommend the use of scour pads cleansers or chemicals The abrasive nature of these substances could damage the faucet s finish A non abrasive car wax will help to protect the finish ...

Page 83: ...lid with warm soapy water no abrasive For the stainless steel sink each sink comes with a packet of SMINOX stainless steel polish cleaner which is included with your owner s case This would be the preferred cleaner for sink appliances per SMEV however any stainless steel non abrasive cleaner would be fine Notice Do not use any abrasive cleaners or cloths on surfaces ...

Page 84: ...F 16 Plumbing F NOTES ...

Page 85: ...converter to access the panel and its fuses A 12 volt circuit diagram is shown later in this section If you replace a blown fuse and it immediately blows again do not replace the fuse again until a qualified service technician can correct the problem If the replacement fuse holds for a week or more and the gap in the fusible metal is barely melted apart it usually indicates an overload condition R...

Page 86: ...T IS NECESSARY TO PERIODICALLY CHECK THE BATTERY AND CHARGE IT AS IS NECESSARY We suggest checking the battery at least every two weeks in freezing weather The temperature at which a battery will freeze depends on the condition of its charge As an example a fully charged battery with a specific gravity of 1 265 will not freeze until the electrolyte temperature drops to 71 3 degrees F while a disch...

Page 87: ...nd for an extended period of time or if you are in climates above 90 degrees F check the electrolyte level about every two weeks DANGER When checking or filling the electrolyte level in the batteries do not allow battery electrolyte to contact skin eyes fabric or painted surfaces The electrolyte is a sulfuric acid solution which could cause serious personal injury or damage to the trailer Wear com...

Page 88: ...k charges will drastically shorten the life of the battery as will allowing repeated complete discharges POWER CENTER Converter 12 Volt Distribution 110 Volt Distribution Model WF 8955ANPB Manufacturer World Friendship Company Distributor CHENG USA Inc Elkhart 28255 Charlotte Avenue Building 2 Elkhart Indiana 46517 Phone 574 294 8997 Fax 574 294 8698 The converter charging system is the interior l...

Page 89: ...se If the fuse opens again have an electrician or certified RV technician locate the circuit trouble Replace blown fuses with same type fuses of the proper amperage only If the power converter is not working first confirm the RV supply or shoreline cord is plugged into a live circuit Then check all the 120 volt breakers in your converter 110 volt distribution panel to make sure they are on If the ...

Page 90: ...Manufacturer 1 Main Circuit Breaker Listed rated 120Vac maximum 30 A Culter Hammer Type BR and C T B Type TB Siemens ITE Type QP Square D Type HOM 2 Branch Circuit Breaker Listed rated 120Vac maximum 20 A Culter Hammer Type BR and C or BRD BD and A T B Type TBBD or TB ITE Siemens Type QT or QP Square D Type HOM or HOMT 12 VDC Fuses Each 12 VDC circuit in the WFCO Distribution panel was designed fo...

Page 91: ...the mode that the converter will function at normally This mode provides the 12 VDC and the current required by the trailer Bulk Mode When the converter senses that the battery voltage is less than 13 2 VDC the converter will automatically go into the Bulk Mode Float Mode If the RV is not being used for a period of time and the shore power has been left plugged in the converter will automatically ...

Page 92: ...Electrical G 8 G Circuit Diagram 20 20 20 20 20 30 Amp Main Circ 1 Cir 2 Cir 3 Cir 4 Cir 5 Cir 1 Cir 2 Cir 3 110 Volt 12 Volt Cir 4 20 20 20 Cir 6 Cir 7 Cir 8 ...

Page 93: ... lights Dump valve light Closet light Circuit 2 Yellow 15 Amp Living Area Ceiling Lts Step Light Dinette Locker Lts Bath Fan Bath Shwr Ceiling Lt Circuit 3 Pink 20 Amp Galley Locker Lt Furnace Refer Fan Refer Lt Living Area Ceiling Fan Circuit 4 Brown 15 Amp Bedroom Dinette TV Jack Antenna Booster 110 Volt 22 Model Circuit 1 Air Conditioner Circuit 2 Dinette Receptacle Dinette Night Stand Receptac...

Page 94: ...are seen use a continuity tester and check for continuity across the fuses If fuse s are blown this means the RV Battery was accidentally connected in reverse either at the battery or at the converter Connect properly then replace the fuse s IMPORTANT These fuses protect the converter from damage in the event an RV Battery is accidentally connected in reverse A reverse battery connection even for ...

Page 95: ...ng Antenna Rotate antenna until pointer on directional handle aligns with pointer on ceiling plate NOTICE Antenna must be in down position while traveling to prevent damage Turn elevating crank in the Down direction until resistance is noted Antenna is now locked in travel position Checking Operation 1 Tune TV receiver to nearest station and rotate antenna for best picture and sound 2 Turn off swi...

Page 96: ... restore normal operation Any spray type silicone lubricant may be used Elevate antenna and remove setscrew from rotating gear housing as shown Spray lubricant into hole and around edges of gear housing Rotate gear hous ing until lubricant coats bearing surfaces and antenna rotates freely TV Booster 12 Volt Outlet The TV booster amplifies the signal from the TV antenna Pushing the small button act...

Page 97: ... for a roof mounted solar panel One green and one yellow wire are ran in the ceiling from just forward of the high volume roof vent to the DC buss bar located under the roadside front lounge The wires are coiled at the buss bar and in the roof at these locations ...

Page 98: ...r household bulbs so that when operating on self contained battery power everything works normally except the 110 volt convenience outlets and 110 volt appli ances Exterior outlets for 110 volts are located conveniently in your trailer NOTICE When operating with city power make very certain that the service is 110 volt and not 220 volt The converter system is a transformer designed to maintain con...

Page 99: ...g an extended stay then you should keep your trailer hooked up to a 110 volt current if it is available While you are connected to the 110 volt receptacle the wiring is protected by circuit breakers in the breaker panel The circuit breaker panel for the 110 volt system is located in the converter Open the brown decorative converter door under the bed In the event of a failure of a 110 volt circuit...

Page 100: ...ircuit breaker is calibrated to trip with a ground current of 5 mil liamperes or more Since most persons can feel as little as 2 milliamperes a distinct shock may be felt if the need for protection exists However the shock should be of such short duration that the effects would be reduced to less than the normally dangerous level However persons with acute heart problems or other conditions that c...

Page 101: ... GFCI breaker protection is not complete If this happens replace GFCI breaker GFCI Receptacle To properly test GFCI receptacles in your home Push the Reset button located on the GFCI receptacle first to assure normal GFCI operation Plug a night light with an ON OFF switch or other product such as a lamp into the GFCI receptacle and turn the product ON Push the Test button located on the GFCI recep...

Page 102: ...Electrical G 18 G JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 ...

Page 103: ...een provided with your trailer contact your dealer the respective appliance manufacturer or Airstream Customer Service A manual will be provided to you Maintenance Follow the instructions and warnings noted in the appliances and equipment owner s manuals as well as the ones listed below Annual maintenance should be conducted on propane gas appliances and equipment by an authorized dealer or repair...

Page 104: ...conditioner will probably not function if the current drops below 105 volts Low voltage is usually associated with older or poorly maintained trailer parks but many people have found their homes built only twenty or thirty years ago may not be capable of operating the air conditioner on some receptacles Parking your trailer so the power cord can be plugged into a receptacle close to the fuse or ci...

Page 105: ...ing gas cook tops in their home will find little difference in the opera tion of the cook top in the trailer Other customers used to electric ranges may be a little apprehensive at first but will quickly gain confidence The basic operation of the gas cook top have been the same for many years but please be sure to read all the directions furnished by the manufacturer and located in the Owner s Pac...

Page 106: ... Packet or stored in the refrigerator prior to operating In absorption refrigerant system ammonia is liquefied in the finned condenser coil at the top rear of the refrigerator The liquid ammonia then flows into the evaporator inside the freezer section and is exposed to a circulating flow of hydrogen gas which causes the ammonia to evaporate creating a cold condi tion in the freezer The tubing in ...

Page 107: ...equipped with a fan inside the exterior refrigerator compart ment This fan pulls ambient temperature air across the condensation coils on the backside of the refrigerator to aid in the cooling The fan is thermostatically controlled WATER HEATER Manufacturer Atwood Mobile Products 6320 Kelly Willis Road Greenbriar TN 37073 801 972 4621 Notice Review the water heater literature supplied in your Owne...

Page 108: ...he water is heating just open any faucet and run as little as a cup of water Just removing this small amount of water reduces the pressure build up significantly For fun watch the sequence of events your family goes through when you park the trailer and ignite the water heater More than likely someone will run water and relieve the pressure without even realizing it HIGH VOLUME ROOF VENT Manufactu...

Page 109: ...near the bottom via a 3 4 female NPT spin in thread The sensor is solid state there are no moving parts to wear or maintain Because the principle of operation does not involve any electrical current flow through the tanks contents conducted or induced the nature of the fluid in the tank is unimportant The monitor system has been calibrated at the factory and should never need another calibration I...

Page 110: ...7 8 to Full TO OBTAIN EXACT READING To obtain an exact reading of all systems press and release the status button one time The monitor will flash the LED beside the system it is about to report It will than display the exact condition of that system by lighting the bar graph from Empty to Full The monitor will display the exact condition of each system and then return to normal operation mode To o...

Page 111: ...our trailer as manufactured and the Gross Vehicular Weight Rating The Vehicle Manufacturing Tag lists the Size of tires and wheel rims Maximum Cold Inflation pressures the Vehicle identification Number VIN and Gross Axle ratings GAWR The UBW and NCC weights listed in the Specification Table are for the base unit with no options and fluids Gross Vehicular Weight Rating GVWR is the maximum permissib...

Page 112: ...front and rear 2 Adjust front jack until measurements are equal 3 Now measure from ground to the inside top of ball coupler This figure is the hitch height The hitch ball is then usually set to 1 higher according to the spring rate of your tow vehicle to allow for it to settle when the trailer is hitched up SPECIFICATIONS 16 22 FB Length Exterior 16 4 21 8 Width Exterior 8 7 3 25 Width Interior 7 ...

Page 113: ...Capacities I 2 Cargo B 3 D 10 Caution Introduction Chassis D 4 Check List C 1 Circuit Diagram G 8 City Water Hook Up C 6 F 6 Cleaning D 1 Circuit Breakers G 1 G 5 G 15 Condensation C 8 Converter G 4 G 14 Connector 7 Way B 1 G 1 G 4 110 volt G 14 Cooktop H 3 Counter top E 1 Coupler D 4 Control Panel E 2 H 7 Dimensions I 2 Doors Main D 2 Screen D 2 Drain Valves F 7 Drain System F 10 Dump Valves F 10...

Page 114: ...ht D 4 I 2 Humidity C 9 Interior E 1 Jacks C 5 Leveling C 5 Lights E 3 Loading B 3 D 9 Lounge E 2 LP Gas Exterior Port D 16 LP Gas F 1 LP Gas Detector E 5 LP Fill Valve F 1 Maintenance Parts A 9 Maintenance Record A 10 Maintenance Schedule A 7 Microwave H 4 Mold Prevention INTRODUCTION C 9 Monitor Panel E 2 F 11 H 7 Overnight Stop C 4 Parking C 4 Passing B 9 Plumbing F 1 Power Cord C 6 G 14 Refrig...

Page 115: ... G 11 Upholstery E 1 Valves Drain F 7 Vents E 2 H 6 Warning Introduction Warranty A 1 Washing D 1 Waste System F 10 Water System F 5 Heater E 3 F 16 H 5 Filter F 6 Tank F 5 F 7 I 2 Pump E 3 F 6 Drainage F 10 Strainer F 6 Waxing D 1 Weight B 3 D 10 I 2 Weight Distribution B 3 Wheel Torque D 14 Alignment D 5 Bearing D 5 Windows D 3 Winter Traveling C 7 Winterizing F 8 Wrap Protectors D 3 Airstream S...

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