Airstream classic 2006 Owner'S Manual Download

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A TRAILERING GUIDE

AIRSTREAM

OWNERS

MANUAL

CLASSIC TRAILER

Summary of Contents for classic 2006

Page 1: ...A TRAILERING GUIDE AIRSTREAM OWNERS MANUAL CLASSIC TRAILER...

Page 2: ...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 ar...

Page 3: ...ires Axle and Running Gear Electric Brakes Tires E INTERIOR FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES Fabric Care Lounges Tables Features Fixtures Storage Areas Smoke Alarm Gas Detector Fire Extinguisher Main Door...

Page 4: ...ed Warranty applies for a period of two years from the date of original purchase and the application date of all warranties is that indicated on the owner s Limited Warranty Defects in items covered u...

Page 5: ...rstream Inc will not be responsible for additional representations or implied warranties made by any of its dealers to the extent those representations are not a part of or are contrary to the terms a...

Page 6: ...off periodically Extremely hot or direct sunlight will deteriorate rubber and fade curtains and upholstery Conditions of this nature although they may be normal for the area are beyond Airstream s co...

Page 7: ...FFICIENCY When you require service from the Airstream Factory Service Center or a Certi ed Dealer Service Center please contact the service manager for an appointment and kindly inform him if you are...

Page 8: ...to 95 ft lbs EVERY 5 000 MILES OR 90 DAYS Exterior Door locks Lubricate with dry graphite Exterior Hinges Lubricate with light household oil LPG Hold Down Lubricate with light household oil LPG Regula...

Page 9: ...e all moving parts with silicone lubricant Exterior Wax Escape Window Lubricate latches with WD 40 EVERY YEAR Battery Clean neutralize and coat terminals with petroleum jelly A Frame Step Wire brush a...

Page 10: ...ight xture with the correct bulb for that light Failure to heed this warning could cause re property damage personal injury or death FUSES Entertainment Center ATC 15 Amp Battery Cable Fuses Canadian...

Page 11: ...than the average driver using a manual shift Having adequate power is very important when considering the purchase of a new vehicle or the trailer towing capability of your present one American manuf...

Page 12: ...proper uid levels d All bolted connections tight e Calipers and Brake Lines for evidence of brake uid leak Preventive Maintenance 1 Visually check brakes before each trip See item 4 in safety Informat...

Page 13: ...e breakaway battery will result in the breakaway system not functioning properly This may result in physical injury and or property damage in the event of a breakaway The breakaway battery is the trai...

Page 14: ...erly adjust the controller settings Which Tow vehicle Controller Is Best The ActiBrake will operate in conjunction with any state of the art tow vehicle brake controller A controller that obtains its...

Page 15: ...damage to painted surfaces Clean up any spills on painted surfaces immediately Service and Maintenance Visual System Check Periodically check the complete braking system including the brake lines and...

Page 16: ...pplied ELECTRONIC CONTROLLERS are inertially activated The controller senses deceleration and generates an output which re ects the inertia sensed When you are stationary the controller does not apply...

Page 17: ...llowing UVW full fresh potable water weight including water heater and full LP Gas weight Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR is the value speci ed as the load carrying capacity of a single axle system as m...

Page 18: ...iler must be properly loaded as determined above with your allowable personal cargo and variable weights Use a scale such as a bathroom scale that has a lower weight limit than your tongue load to che...

Page 19: ...The tongue weight should he approximately 10 to 14 of the trailer s total weight Under no condition should it exceed the hitch rating Your hitch installer should provide your hitch rating information...

Page 20: ...ed Lift the engine hood and check for uid leaks at the radiator over ow outlet Check to see that all drive belts are intact and the radiator fan is turning If you have a problem have it xed at the nex...

Page 21: ...head at least the length of the tow vehicle plus trailer for every ten miles per hour Remember that in order to pass another vehicle you will need longer to accelerate You must also allow for the leng...

Page 22: ...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 BETT...

Page 23: ...B B 13 TOWING NOTES...

Page 24: ...stand or wood block 7 Check clearance and stoplights 8 Check lug nuts 9 Check tires for correct pressure 10 Check that TV antenna is properly stowed 11 Adjust tow vehicle mirrors 12 Pull forward some...

Page 25: ...lothing for everyone and toilet articles Motoring Essentials 1 Display the tow vehicle and trailer registration properly 2 Carry drivers license In Canada you ll need a non residence liability insuran...

Page 26: ...e 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 p...

Page 27: ...transportation it is not necessary to unhitch All you need to do to enjoy the self contained luxury of your Airstream is to turn on the LP gas and light any appliances with pilots Before moving on ch...

Page 28: ...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 f...

Page 29: ...egular checks on the condition of your 12 volt battery Hooking up the tow vehicle trailer electrical connector and running the tow vehicle engine at a fast idle 45 minutes per day should provide about...

Page 30: ...he trailer and must not be used in below freezing conditions A water valve is provided so the water can be turned off to the line The exterior water service shut off valve is located in the lavatory c...

Page 31: ...wn natural materials such as wood products and fabrics Knowing the potential risks is important for any type of homeowner to protect their investment What factors contribute to mold growth For mold gr...

Page 32: ...lockdown paddle latches are rmly engaged PRIOR to storing the stabilizing jacks FAILURE TO RETRACT In the unlikely event the room won t retract the rst place to check is the lock down paddle latches...

Page 33: ...making them almost impossible to remove without heavy buf ng If a substance is found on the coating that cannot be removed by normal washing procedures Airstream recommends using DX 330 Acryli Clean m...

Page 34: ...e holding the screen in place is looped so it can be pulled out in one swift motion You and all your family should practice escape procedures so they can be rapidly accomplished even in total darkness...

Page 35: ...l coupler Add one inch to this gure when setting the ball height on the tow vehicle to allow for the suspension settling under the added weight WARNING ALWAYS OPEN LATCH HANDLE BEFORE INSERTING BALL O...

Page 36: ...ce head on post and make sure that drive pin is engaged with post coupler Tighten Allen set screws Note Leave tow vehicle transmission in neutral when lifting both units Dolly wheels are not recommend...

Page 37: ...a plate riveted to the mainframe rail where the jack head must be placed A at tire may also be changed without the aid of a jack Drive the unit up on a ramp 8 wide 6 high and about 3 feet long at its...

Page 38: ...ailroad tracks while going straight will only cause misalignment after the tire has been struck many repetitive times Of course a deep enough hole can affect the alignment immediately The worse culpri...

Page 39: ...isk of tread separation handling dif culties and possibly tires failure caused by overheating IMPORTANT Lowering tire pressure in the search for a smoother ride is not only dangerous it s relatively i...

Page 40: ...failure because of under in ation or overloading Cold Tire in ation Pressure is the tire pressure checked in the morning before you drive more than a few miles or before rising ambient temperatures or...

Page 41: ...hide mallet 13 Install hub and drum on spindle 14 Install outer bearing 15 Install washer and spindle nut 16 While rotating the wheel tighten the spindle nut with a 12 wrench until there is a slight t...

Page 42: ...ecommended in ation pressures for your tires are indicated on the certi cation label or in your owner s manual Since RVs can be loaded with many different con gurations the load on each tire will vary...

Page 43: ...er tire pressure in their search for a smoother ride This is not only dangerous it s relatively ineffective and as the difference in ride quality is not signi cant When minimum in ation pressure requi...

Page 44: ...e the Accurate Loaded Weight of Your RV Gross Axle Gross Vehicular and Gross Combined weight ratings are located in the chassis owner s manual To properly weigh a travel trailer it should rst be weigh...

Page 45: ...tires with a different size make sure the following checks are made before the purchase Does the replacement tire have the load capacity that is needed for my RV and will it t properly inside the whee...

Page 46: ...ontaining carbon tetrachloride which is highly toxic Pretest small area before proceeding Use professional furniture cleaner when an overall soiled condition is reached Code W Fabric Care Spot clean u...

Page 47: ...vering and Interior Ceiling Damp wiping with mild detergent does routine cleaning Using any of the automotive cleaners designed for vinyl car seats and dashes can perform more thorough cleaning Sinks...

Page 48: ...al with the tow vehicle charging system or by connecting to shoreline 110 volt power Water Pump Switch Fresh water pump switches are located on the monitor panel and in the lavatory Once the switch is...

Page 49: ...r periodic cleaning Information on the optional high volume roof vent may be found in the appliance section of this book Storage The kitchen cabinet should have the heaviest items on the bottom and li...

Page 50: ...on below If this occurs pushing the reset button will silence the alarm for 30 minutes ALARM CONDITION If the COSTAR senses unsafe levels of CO the RED L E D will light up and the alarm will sound The...

Page 51: ...of the detector The outside can be wiped with a damp cloth AFTER CLEANING REINSTALL YOUR DETECTOR TEST YOUR DETECTOR BY USING THE TEST BUTTON Test detector weekly for proper operation by pushing the t...

Page 52: ...P gas installation or a LP gas appliance Extinguish all open ames open your windows and door and evacuate the unit immediately Do not activate any electrical switch Turn off the LP at your gas bottle...

Page 53: ...ency escape exits The rubber spline holding the screen in place is looped so it can be pulled out in one swift motion You and all your family should practice escape procedures so they can be rapidly a...

Page 54: ...iting device will supply normal ow to the system Equalization occurs in approximately 5 seconds and in most cases goes completely unnoticed If however an appliance is left on or there is a leak or ope...

Page 55: ...bility of their falling off or becoming dislodged during travel LPG BOTTLES The following step by step procedure gives you the proper method of removing and installing these bottles 1 Turn the knob on...

Page 56: ...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 veh...

Page 57: ...teady 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 expelle...

Page 58: ...e proper amount of bleach within a container of water 3 Pour the solution water bleach into the tank and ll the tank with potable water 4 Open all faucets Hot Cold allowing the water to run until the...

Page 59: ...er hookup pressure Be sure there is some water in the fresh water tank The pump will only use the water that is needed out of the tank to bring the pressure up to the usual standard Your plumbing syst...

Page 60: ...289 6636 Canada Moen Inc 2816 Route Bristol Oakville Ontario L6H5S7 1 800 465 6130 Toronto 905 829 3400 Care Instructions for the Non Tarnish Finish As with any ne polished surface your faucet will r...

Page 61: ...the ears on the cartridge shell are ush and aligned with the body Replace the retainer clip so that the legs straddle the cartridge ears and slide down into the bottom slot in the body This prevents t...

Page 62: ...ter when winterizing using the anti freeze method as explained in the winterizing section of this manual The water heater by pass valves may be located in one of two places Inside the lavatory cabinet...

Page 63: ...ne showerhead while holding down inside the tub and drain all water from the exible hose Unscrew the heads on both spray units and store 5 Turn the pump switch OFF after all water has been removed fro...

Page 64: ...in the lavatory cabinet If your trailer has rear twin beds valve access may be through the exterior storage door just to the rear of the water heater 3 Attach a length of hose to the pump inlet port...

Page 65: ...CK WATER HOLDING TANK is completely full sewage cannot be emptied from the toilet bowl If the GRAY WATER HOLDING TANK is over lled drain water will backup into the tub and cause an unpleasant cleaning...

Page 66: ...lids in the main holding tank which could lead to an unpleasant cleaning job Should solids accumulate close the dump valve ll the tank about half full with water then tow the trailer for a few miles T...

Page 67: ...s dumps the sewage and fresh water and ushes down the side of the bowl Water will continue to run into the bowl for a short time after the pedals are released When you wish to conserve water hold the...

Page 68: ...ution panel has reset circuit breakers and does not require routine servicing If a short should occur the breaker in that circuit will click off and you may notice some lights or appliances losing pow...

Page 69: ...of baking soda rinse in clear water and dry Note Care must be used to make sure soda is not allowed to enter battery cells To insure maximum battery capacity on the charge and the discharge the batte...

Page 70: ...that enables you to use the interior lights fans pumps and 12 volt appliances whether operating on self contained battery power or 120 volt city power The converter provides power to charge the traile...

Page 71: ...the main harness on the interior front wall of the trailer The connection is accessed behind the front sofa in the front of the trailer or by removing front cabinet drawers on slide out models One of...

Page 72: ...G ELECTRICAL G 5 Wire Routing 7 Way Plug Battery Charge Line Distribution Panel...

Page 73: ...G G 6 ELECTRICAL Wire Routing 7 Way Plug Battery Charge Line Distribution Panel Slide out Models...

Page 74: ...puter table The converter is located on the roadside front wall and can be accessed by removing cabinet drawers Manual reset breakers protect all the 12 volt circuits If a breaker trips an audible cli...

Page 75: ...rounded 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...

Page 76: ...re and ground IMPORTANT NOTE The GFCI circuit breaker will NOT reduce shock hazard if contact is made between a HOT load wire and a neutral wire or 2 HOT load wires Each GFCI circuit breaker is calibr...

Page 77: ...h this option The system includes a automatic transfer switch to prevent a power overload if a generator is started while the trailer s 110 volt shoreline is plugged into a 30 amp service The transfer...

Page 78: ...the cable TV circuit when in use To install a satellite system use the following procedure 1 Remove the jumper wire from the coax faceplate 2 Hook a portable dish into the Cable TV receptacle in the...

Page 79: ...o the inside of the exterior refrigerator access door Portable solar panels can be set outside close to the access door The wires from the solar panel are connected to the positive and negative wires...

Page 80: ...nna is now in operating position Rotating Antenna Make sure antenna is in UP position Pull down on directional handle with both hands until it disengages ceiling plate and rotate for best picture and...

Page 81: ...MOSTAT knob Fan motor will now start stop automatically as interior temperature of coach exceeds or drops below selected level NOTE Fanmotorwillnotstartiftemperatureselected is warmer than interior te...

Page 82: ...PULSE SYSTEMS MONITOR OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS This example shows the monitor reporting the following Fresh Water 1 8 to Empty Gray Water 1 Empty to 5 8 Gray Water 2 3 4 Black Water Empty to 5 8 LP Gas...

Page 83: ...er used on Airstream trailers is one of the most popular on the market today In your Owner s Packet is a set of literature covering all operating and maintenance instructions If the literature is misp...

Page 84: ...ic operation of the gas ranges 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 Packet Excellent service and par...

Page 85: ...in severe cases completely block it resulting in a loss of cooling Any time the vehicle is parked for several hours with the refrigerator operating the vehicle should be leveled to prevent this loss o...

Page 86: ...y lockout about 20 seconds before the air is all expelled from the lines Turning the switch off for 30 seconds then back on reinstates the try mode A second switch for the water heater is also located...

Page 87: ...he trailer axle s and tongue or pin Unit Base weight UBW is the dry weight of the base unit with bedroom group and w o options or uids Net Carrying Capacity NCC is equal to GVWR UBW Gross Axle Weight...

Page 88: ...TERIOR HEIGHT W AC 6 3 6 3 6 3 6 3 6 3 6 3 6 3 6 3 6 3 HITCH BALL HEIGHT 18 18 18 19 18 18 18 19 19 FRESH WATER GAL 54 54 54 54 54 54 54 54 54 GRAY WATER GAL 39 37 37 37 37 37 37 37 37 BLACK WATER GAL...

Page 89: ...4 F 12 Dimensions I 2 Dinette E 3 Doors Main D 2 Screen D 2 Door Bell G 10 Drain Valves F 12 Drainage F 12 Drapes E 2 Dump Valves F 12 Electrical G 1 12 Volt G 2 110 Volt G 8 Circuit Breakers G 7 Diag...

Page 90: ...Connector G 4 Sewer Hose F 12 Shower E 2 Sink E 2 Slide out Room C 9 Smoke Alarm E 7 Sofa E 2 Solar Panel G 12 Speci cations I 1 Stabilizing C 5 Step D 2 Storage E 4 F 10 Stove H 2 Suspension D 6 Tabl...

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