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A TRAILERING GUIDE

AIRSTREAM

OWNERS

MANUAL

CLASSIC TRAILER

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

Page 2: ...eel 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...

Page 3: ...lead to the rollover of the trailer and tow vehicle resulting in serious injury or death Be sure to follow the instructions in this manual Mold See page C 8 There are mold and mold spores throughout t...

Page 4: ...used in the construction of recreational vehicles such as carpet linoleum plywood insulation upholstery etc Formaldehyde is also the by product of combustion and numerous household products such as so...

Page 5: ...in the indoor air Please also follow the recommendations contained in Chapter 2 regarding tips to avoid condensation problems Many of the recommendations contained in Chapter 2 will assist in avoidin...

Page 6: ...INTRODUCTION 2008 MODEL NOTES...

Page 7: ...ck Tires Axle and Running Gear Brakes Tires E INTERIOR FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES Fabric Care Lounges Tables Features Fixtures Storage Areas Smoke Alarm Gas Detector Fire Extinguisher Main Door Exter...

Page 8: ...and cosmetic blemishes 4 Normal maintenance and service items including but not limited to light bulbs fuses lubricants sealants and seals slideout adjustments door adjustments and awing tension 5 Aft...

Page 9: ...the nature of the problem and the steps or service which have been performed AIRSTREAM INC 419 West Pike Street P O Box 629 Jackson Center Ohio 45334 0629 Attention Owner Relations Department Airstre...

Page 10: ...trailer can and will rust if subjected to prolonged exposure to moisture salt air or corrosive air borne pollutants without repaint ing Aluminum oxidizes when unprotected under similar conditions and...

Page 11: ...vice Centers will be sent with an Owner s Survey shortly after your trailer is delivered WWW Airstream com web site also has a dealer locator on it This list is current as of the date of this publicat...

Page 12: ...ng excessive braking inspect wheel lugs Torque forged aluminum wheels to 100 Ft lbs and steel wheels to 95 ft lbs EVERY 5 000 MILES OR 90 DAYS Exterior Door locks Lubricate with dry graphite Exterior...

Page 13: ...r Wax Escape Window Lubricate latches with WD 40 LP Bottles Check tightness of center hold down rod where it fastens to A Frame EVERY YEAR Battery Clean neutralize and coat terminals with petroleum je...

Page 14: ...ect bulb for that light Failure to heed this warning could cause re property damage personal injury or death FUSES ATC 15 20 Amp Battery Cable Fuses Canadian approved trailers only SLC 50 Amp MISCELLA...

Page 15: ...plies than really needed Remember that every item you take along is one more thing to stow and adds weight to the total load you must pull Consolidate items in shelves lockers and in the refrigerator...

Page 16: ...nd your trailer braking system in general Unlike electric drum brakes the ActiBrake does not receive its power through the blue wire The power to the ActiBrake is provided through a 12 volt normally b...

Page 17: ...NETS AND RUN THE BATTERY DOWN General Operation Coupling When coupling the trailer to the towing vehicle always ensure the two vehicles are properly coupled including the safety chains and breakaway s...

Page 18: ...r Signal Determines Trailer Brake Pressure Trailer braking pressure is controlled by the use of a tow vehicle brake controller This allows the driver to select the desired brake performance for the tr...

Page 19: ...d on your tow vehicle s 7 way connector WARNING Use of an unapproved brake controller and or operating your brake system without proper charge line voltage see above may damage your electric hydraulic...

Page 20: ...lled in your tow vehicle continues to send a signal when your vehicle has stopped the ActiBrake unit s Extend A Hold feature is activated This Extend A Hold feature shuts the motor off after approxima...

Page 21: ...uid level should be between three eights and one half inch from the top of the ller tube Use care to prevent contamination of the uid with dirt water or other foreign material when removing the ller c...

Page 22: ...B TOWING B 8 NOTES...

Page 23: ...ms such as generators heavy toolboxes or motorcycle racks to the back of the trailer Weight behind the axle will tend to magnify any sway that may occur when passing trucks or in gusty wind If a heavy...

Page 24: ...ded 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 check the tongue weight by u...

Page 25: ...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 to you Sway Control Device A...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...evices Tongue weight The tongue weight should be between 10 to 15 of the total travel trailer weight See speci cation section of this manual regarding the proper weight distribution of your recreation...

Page 30: ...ck 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 so...

Page 31: ...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 32: ...e 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 do...

Page 33: ...portation 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 check yo...

Page 34: ...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 fr...

Page 35: ...e tank nears capacity move to a dumping location The exterior CABLE TV and TELEPHONE hookups are located in the power cord storage compartment The interior telephone jack will be located in the bedroo...

Page 36: ...e 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 ca...

Page 37: ...ral 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 growth to...

Page 38: ...t to the slide out switch To correct this situation depress the unlock position on the lock down switch until you re sure they are fully retracted then try the slide out room switch again Check your 1...

Page 39: ...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 40: ...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 W...

Page 41: ...e to allow for the suspension settling under the added weight WARNING ALWAYS OPEN LATCH HANDLE BEFORE INSERTING BALL OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 To open slide latch forward Figure 1 and pull up to open l...

Page 42: ...e head on post and make sure that drive pin is engaged with post coupler Tighten Allen set screws NOTICE Leave tow vehicle transmission in neutral when lifting both units Dolly wheels are not recommen...

Page 43: ...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 b...

Page 44: ...s 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 culprit is a curb b...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...ms Bearings Dexter s Nev R Lube bearings are compromised of opposed tapered roller bearing cones sealed inside of a precision ground one piece double cup arrangement These bearings are designed with a...

Page 47: ...D D 9 EXTERIOR NOTES...

Page 48: ...in ation is a key component in tire care The recommended 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...

Page 49: ...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 50: ...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 51: ...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 52: ...e wheel nuts Although the ma terials and manufacturing methods are maximized for this kind of service these extra loads can cause stress which can result in exing and loosening of wheel nuts Before ea...

Page 53: ...om the rim center Rated capacity of the wheel Wheel fastener torque Wheel nut size and shape Impact of any added wheel accessories such as decorative center caps that could affect proper seating of th...

Page 54: ...rink or otherwise damage upholstery fabric WARNING Keep your furniture and family safe from res caused by careless smoking Do not smoke when drowsy Remove immediately any owing ash or a lighted cigare...

Page 55: ...nd pull it out This will unhinge the sofa so it can be pushed at into a bed Dinette The dinette is made into a bed by rising up on the front of the table and folding the table leg up against the botto...

Page 56: ...horoughly and then rinse the soap off The telephone shower head is also used to ll the tub for taking a bath When you have nished using the shower be sure to shut the water off at the faucet Bath Area...

Page 57: ...es hung in wardrobes should be kept on hangers that snap over the clothes rods to keep them from jumping off on rough roads Evening dresses should be kept in the plastic bags like dry cleaning busines...

Page 58: ...To be seen as a substitute for the proper servicing of fuel burning appliances 3 To be used on an intermittent basis or as a portable alarm for spillage of combus tion products from fuel burning appli...

Page 59: ...lowing conditions can result in potentially dangerous CO situations 1 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused by outdoor conditions such as A Wind direction and or velo...

Page 60: ...d with a fresh one WARNING Alarm battery is shipped deactivated Check your alarm for proper battery installation To activate battery new Airstream owner must install included battery to proper orienta...

Page 61: ...ots on the side of the frames To lock the windows reverse this procedure Note Some windows are designed as emergency escape exits The rubber spline holding the screen in place is looped so it can be p...

Page 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ...as 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 vehi...

Page 65: ...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 lled with water and the faucets...

Page 66: ...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 distinct...

Page 67: ...and faucets from extremely high pressures on some city water systems EXTERIOR WATER SERVICE Also in the underbelly utility compartment is a hose connection for the exterior water service This is plumb...

Page 68: ...not operate without one Removing a lter resets the system A The system cannot be in operation when changing the lter Make sure the handle 1 is in the off down position You DO NOT need to shut off the...

Page 69: ...d Light Replace lter Filter system will shut off at the end of lter life Replace with PUR blue faucet mount lter RF 4050 L or RF 9999 Flashing Amber Light Batteries low Replace 2 AA Flashing Green Lig...

Page 70: ...UPPLIES Clean seals and springs 4 of any debris CARE AND CLEANING Care should be given to the care and cleaning of the galley faucet Although the nish is extremely durable it can be damaged by harsh a...

Page 71: ...ed in the winterizing section of this manual Water heater by pass valves are located on the water heater accessed inside the lavatory cabinet by opening the cabinet door or removing the cabinet drawer...

Page 72: ...om water pump 7 Disconnect the water pump inlet connection and turn the pump on until all the water is expelled This water about 1 2 cup can be caught in a towel or rag 8 Lower the front of the traile...

Page 73: ...run the water pump until the antifreeze solution lls all water lines Flush toilet Work hand shower spray while holding down in tub 8 Shut off the pump and close all faucets 9 Disconnect the hose lengt...

Page 74: ...plied to the trailer Black Tank Flush Inside the underbelly utility compartment is a water hose connector for the black tank ush To use hook up a hose and turn it on full force Within the tank a head...

Page 75: ...m is a design that has been used for many years There are two pedals The large pedal opens and closes the slide mechanism and the smaller pedal opens and closes a water valve In normal use when you ar...

Page 76: ...terior electrical system is an open circuit An open circuit is an interruption in the current ow which may be in either the wire to the component or in the ground return Check the following areas for...

Page 77: ...re maximum battery capacity on the charge and the discharge the battery terminals and the inside portion of the cable connector should be scraped or brushed until both of these surfaces are shiny brig...

Page 78: ...ectrical system 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 c...

Page 79: ...pliced to the main harness on the interior front wall of the trailer The connection is accessed behind the furniture in the front of the trailer One of these wires is not spliced onto a wire of the sa...

Page 80: ...A Type 2 Breaker 6 ga Red 50 A Type 2 Breaker 6 ga Red 6 ga Red 6 ga Red 6 ga Red 50 A Type 2 Breaker 6 ga Red 6 ga Red 12 V Kill Switch Manual or Electronic Charge Line Black White Batteries 12 ga B...

Page 81: ...aker 30 A Type 2 Breaker 6 ga Red 50 A Type 2 Breaker 6 ga Red 6 ga Red 6 ga Red 6 ga Red 50 A Type 2 Breaker 6 ga Red 6 ga Red 12 V Kill Switch Charge Line Black White Batteries 12 ga Blue Brake Wire...

Page 82: ...dels the electronic kill switch is located on the galley by the main door The converter is located on the front of the pantry cabinet The 12 volt distribution panel and 110 volt beakers are accessed b...

Page 83: ...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 To operate self contained...

Page 84: ...load wire and a neutral wire or 2 HOT load wires Each GFCI circuit breaker is calibrated to trip with a ground current of 5 milliamperes or more Since most persons can feel as little as 2 milliampere...

Page 85: ...a power cord supplied separately with 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 plugge...

Page 86: ...TV receptacle in the roadside rear underbelly compartment This feeds the dish signal to the input side of the faceplate 3 Install the satellite receiver input and output into the dual coax faceplate T...

Page 87: ...are connected to the positive and negative wires yellow and green of the pre wire system 2 A Cat 5 patch cord for the solar panel display runs from the battery buss bar to an area just below the CatCo...

Page 88: ...ibute lubricant over gears Lubricating Rotating Gear Housing In the event that rotating the antenna becomes dif cult lubricating the bearing surface between the rotating gear housing and the base plat...

Page 89: ...temperature of coach exceeds or drops below selected level NOTE Fanmotorwillnotstartiftemperatureselected is warmer than interior temperature of coach 4 Turn the POWER rocker switch on NOTICE Never p...

Page 90: ...his 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 1 4 Battery Empty to 5 8 On all diagrams the L...

Page 91: ...ss than on an annual basis AIR CONDITIONER Manufacturer Dometic Sales Corporation 2320 Industrial Parkway P O Box 490 Elkhart IN 46515 Phone 219 295 5228 Note Review the air conditioning literature su...

Page 92: ...anufacturer and located in the Owner s Packet Excellent service and parts manuals are available from the manufacturer NOTICE The range exhaust cover on the outside the trailer has a swinging door that...

Page 93: ...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 94: ...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 on the pa...

Page 95: ...d 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 Rating GAWR is the v...

Page 96: ...OR HEIGHT W AC 9 7 9 7 9 7 9 7 9 7 9 7 9 7 9 7 INTERIOR HEIGHT W AC 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 FRESH WATER GAL 39 54 54 54 54 54 54 54 GRAY WATER GAL 37...

Page 97: ...F 13 Dimensions I 2 Dinette E 3 Doors Main D 2 Screen D 2 Door Bell G 10 Drain Valves F 10 Drainage F 10 Drapes E 2 Dump Valves F 12 Electrical G 1 12 Volt G 2 110 Volt G 8 Circuit Breakers G 7 Diagra...

Page 98: ...wer Hose F 13 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 Sway Controlling B 1...

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