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AIRSTREAM

AN AMERICAN LEGEND

LAND YACHT

MOTORHOME

OWNERS MANUAL

2006

Summary of Contents for Land Yacht 2006

Page 1: ...AIRSTREAM AN AMERICAN LEGEND LAND YACHT MOTORHOME OWNERS MANUAL 2006...

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Page 3: ...ration and care of component parts such as chassis refrigerator furnace water heater and others are briefly explained in this manual However you will also find the complete manufacturer s information...

Page 4: ...ss Entry Roof Ladder Power Awning F INTERIOR FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES Lounge Chair Dinette Shades Flooring Counters Walls Cabinets Bathroom Fabric Care and Cleaning Drapes G PLUMBING LP Liquid Petr...

Page 5: ...erload or any cause not attributable to a defect in original material or workmanship of the motorhome or component equipment as installed by the factory LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All warranties...

Page 6: ...the dealer is incapable of making the repair request that he contact the Service Administration Department at Airstream Inc for technical assistance 3 If repairs are still not made the customer should...

Page 7: ...les purchased in the State of California The CAP RV program operates as a certified mechanism under the review of the California Arbitration Certification Program You must utilize the arbitration prog...

Page 8: ...one year Limited Warranty period depending upon the amount of usage weather and atmospheric conditions Accident Damage caused by accident is usually visible and we strongly urge our dealers and custo...

Page 9: ...through our nationwide network of Airstream Dealer Service Centers An up to date list of Dealer Service Centers has been provided with your new motorhome This list is current as of the date of publica...

Page 10: ...cable washer or yoke EVERY 5 000 MILES OR 90 DAYS Exterior Door locks Lubricate with dry graphite Exterior Hinges Lubricate with light household oil LPG Regulator Check bottom vent for obstructions M...

Page 11: ...WARRANTY AND SERVICE A 7 MAINTENANCE RECORDS DATE DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED...

Page 12: ...WARRANTY AND SERVICE A 8 NOTES...

Page 13: ...u re going to the boondocks 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 awful lot of fishing and camping gear...

Page 14: ...RIOR CHECK LIST BEFORE DRIVING OFF 1 It is important that the main door and cab door be completely closed and locked during travel As an added precaution we recommend the dead bolt also be locked on t...

Page 15: ...low as possible around the hips to prevent sliding out from under them in case of accident This places the load of the body on the strong hipbone structure instead of around the soft abdominal area Tw...

Page 16: ...lights must be turned on first Defrost Fans option In cool damp weather these fans really help to clear the large windshields This switch turns them on and off and each fan has its own switch to opera...

Page 17: ...ed to the highest pressures shown on the information plate attached to the dash of your motorhome The Cargo Carrying Capacity CCC of this vehicle is reduced by the amount that equals the trailer tongu...

Page 18: ...LE WEIGHT Optional Tow Weight ___________ STEP 1 Front Axle GAW ___________ STEP 2 GVW ___________ STEP 3 Rear Axle GAW ___________ STEP 3a Tow Weight minus Weight of Trailer or Vehicle Towed INDIVIDU...

Page 19: ...els Parking Brake Alternator Electric Fuel Pump Cruise Control Engine Battery Instrument Panel Cluster Engine Cooling System Tires see tire manufacturer service center Airstream Auxiliary Heater Level...

Page 20: ...ough the evaporator SERVICE Automotive Air conditioning has become a very specialized business requiring specific training and refrigerant disposal certifications SCS has requested you to contact them...

Page 21: ...an get tire flexing heat build up tire overloading bad handling bad fuel economy and bad wear Too high an air pressure over inflation can result in abnormal wear bad handling harsh ride and also incre...

Page 22: ...n t take any unnecessary risks You could turn an inconvenience into a tragedy Please find a safe area to park your unit call a tire service center and supply them with the information below if you hav...

Page 23: ...alternately and evenly to avoid excessive wheel run out See torque values and sequence diagram See tire inflation warning on page C 9 LUG NUT TIGHTENING Warning WHEN A UNIT IS NEW OR WHEN EVER A WHEEL...

Page 24: ...ire dealer Have the cause of uneven wear corrected The outer tire of a pair in dual wheel installations generally wears faster than the inner tire When vehicles are driven continuously on high crown r...

Page 25: ...s 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 property done the steel cables in the sidewall of the tires...

Page 26: ...ires incorrectly supported as shown above may be damaged which could lead to casing failure resulting in serious injury or property damage If on previous occasions the tires have been incorrectly supp...

Page 27: ...service including adjusting tire pressure For example during a procedure involving tire inflation the technician or individual must utilize a remote inflation device and insure that all persons are c...

Page 28: ...d retract when the door is closed When parked open the door so the step is lowered then shut the switch off The step will remain in the lowered position and the step light on the dash will be extingui...

Page 29: ...for lubrication locations NOTE Figures are to be used as a general reference only Some may not pertain to your particular step model Views are typical to both ends of the steps 1 Figures 1 3 square s...

Page 30: ...CHASSIS C 12 NOTES...

Page 31: ...AN WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIAL KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIAL AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME We have all heard these warnings many times but they are still among the leading causes of fires Other safety information on the...

Page 32: ...6 HAS A HUSH CONTROL that is extremely useful in a kitchen area or other areas prone to nuisance alarms For more information refer to OPERATION AND TESTING If the detector does alarm check for fires f...

Page 33: ...ust be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the detector circuits are in good operating condition Smoke detectors cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the detector Therefore smok...

Page 34: ...do not tamper with the unit Return it for servicing to FYRNETICS INC 1055 STEVENSON CT STE 102W ROSELLE IL 60172 See Warranty for in warranty returns CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM The following information i...

Page 35: ...under normal operating conditions This detector has a low battery monitor circuit which will cause the detector to chirp and the red LED to flash approximately every 30 40 seconds for a minimum of sev...

Page 36: ...e When the device is operating normally the green LED will be lit CAUTION It is not recommended that the detector be disconnected from the battery during periods of storage There is a small heater on...

Page 37: ...of the waste in the holding tank and replenish the water supply Many gas stations chain and individually owned have installed sanitary dumping stations for just this purpose Booklets are available wh...

Page 38: ...e battery down should there be a difficulty in starting the generator in the cold temperatures 3 Minimize use of electricity if 120 volt power source is not available 4 Leave cabinet doors bed doors a...

Page 39: ...the roadside rear corner of the motorhome The television booster must be turned off for the cable system to operate properly To use the Generator you simply start it All switching is done automatical...

Page 40: ...me action should be taken to minimize their effects For tips on controlling condensation see the Tips To Controlling Condensation section Note Your motorhome is not designed nor intended for permanent...

Page 41: ...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...

Page 42: ...e to outside and inside objects before extending or retracting room Check that the driver s seat is forward enough to clear the room Before retracting room look at the exterior awning cover for the ro...

Page 43: ...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 subseq...

Page 44: ...Linkage 5 E rings Tumbler Installation Lock assembly as viewed from inside of door with cover plate removed Access to the linkage mechanism of the lock is gained by removing the two screws holding the...

Page 45: ...re four major components operating the door locks control module receiver dash switch relay and drive motors The control module is mounted on the inside wall just behind the main door The relay operat...

Page 46: ...mounted components by trained service technicians Vertical ladders require physical dexterity and safe conditions to climb The ladder and roof can be a dangerous place especially when wet or in snow...

Page 47: ...is operated in the same manner as most Venetian blinds Pulling down on the tab lowers the shade and it will catch on its own A slight pull downward will release the shade and it can slowly be returned...

Page 48: ...ome can be wiped with any mild household cleaner The wood grain panel also has a vinyl covering for easy care The cabinet doors and framework are hardwood so any good furniture polish can be used CAUT...

Page 49: ...follow instructions carefully and clean only in a well ventilated room Avoid any product that contains highly toxic carbon tetrachloride You may also use an upholstery shampoo product or the foam from...

Page 50: ...the tabletop The pressurized piston will hold it into place Raising the front of the table leaf further allows it to be unhooked from the wall The leaf will then swing out and down onto the support le...

Page 51: ...LPG tank Gas lines should be checked periodically for leaks with ammonia free soapy water Do not use open flame Warning If gas can be smelled appliance pilots fail to stay on or any other abnormal sit...

Page 52: ...eational vehicle may cause fires or asphyxiation Warning A Warning Label has been located near the LP gas container This label reads DO NOT FILL CONTAINER S TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY Overfil...

Page 53: ...over certainly helps to keep the vent on the regulator from getting clogged by wasps or ice but should still be checked regularly to make sure the vent remains clear WARNING Do not attempt to seal reg...

Page 54: ...the hot side of the galley or lavatory faucet and fill the water heater by turning on the water pump switch located on the monitor panel or connecting to an exterior city water source For some time th...

Page 55: ...of storage Systems with new components or ones that have been subjected to contamination should also be disinfected as follows 1 Use one of the following methods to determine the amount of common hou...

Page 56: ...are made in accordance with these instructions B The pump is equipped with a pressure sensing demand switch which controls the maximum operating pressure as set at the Factory Never subject the pump t...

Page 57: ...e water heater is empty it will take some time before all the air is expelled and you get a steady flow of water at the faucet Once a steady flow is achieved at one faucet the others should be opened...

Page 58: ...rdia MicroTech 600 The contaminants removed or reduced by this filter are not necessarily in your water Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate di...

Page 59: ...indicating that the new filter flushing period has begun 4 Flush the filter for 5 minutes before initial use Your new Moen faucet is now ready for normal use To replace filter 1 Turn off the faucet R...

Page 60: ...r Green A new filter must be flushed with cold water for 5 minutes after it is installed This procedure helps clean the filter of loose carbon particles Green Filter performing at optimum efficiency A...

Page 61: ...ers off immediately after use to maintain the LifeShine TM finish luster Mild scrubbing with fine steel wool 0000 grade can remove built up dirt or water stains Visible water spots on this highly lust...

Page 62: ...Access 26 foot 30 foot pull off panel below wardrobe 33 foot open lavatory cabinet and pull out vertical panel 1 valve is the brass exterior service valve Access 26 foot 30 foot On the side of the coa...

Page 63: ...o so can cause the groove for the slide to become jammed and the slide will no longer close completely If the problem should occur a small nail or bent clothes hanger can be used to pick the material...

Page 64: ...this mineral buildup periodically clean under the bowl seal with Brilliance cleanser WINTERIZING At the end of the season the Traveler or Traveler Lite toilet should winterized for storage by either d...

Page 65: ...quired Before calling please have the following information available 1 Toilet Model Number 2 Serial Number 3 Part Number Description and Quantity For the name of the nearest authorized service center...

Page 66: ...as stopped running from the drain lines apply at least 60 lbs of air pressure at the city water inlet Be sure the toilet valve and all drain valves and faucets are open and pump outlet hose is disconn...

Page 67: ...6 Insert hose length into the antifreeze container turn the pump switch on and run the water pump until the antifreeze solution fills all water lines Flush toilet Work shower hand spray while holding...

Page 68: ...cause an unpleasant cleaning job Tank one on the monitor panel is the black tank and tank two is the auxiliary or gray tank Never drain the tanks at any place other than an approved dumping station T...

Page 69: ...V accessory stores offer tissue designed for RVs that will completely dissolve BLACK TANK FLUSH On the side of the motorhome is a large utility compartment with a keyed door A spigot and garden hose f...

Page 70: ...welve volt distribution panel in the primary Battery Control Center The chassis switch disconnects the chassis battery from the chassis systems except for a few items such as ignition The coach and ch...

Page 71: ...light intensity There are two main clusters of light switches Just inside the main door on the galley end panel are switches for the step patio light and forward ceiling lights The forward ceiling li...

Page 72: ...ELECTRICAL SYSTEM H 3 Primary Battery Control Center Circuit Locations Front Driver s Side Exterior Compartment...

Page 73: ...ghts Television Fan 2 Yellow 20 Bath vanity lights furnace water heater 4 Brown 15 Aisle galley under hood lights 5 Blue 15 Bath fan refrigerator TV booster RS reading lights Fan 6 Red 15 Storage comp...

Page 74: ...ELECTRICAL SYSTEM H 5...

Page 75: ...ELECTRICAL SYSTEM H 6...

Page 76: ...CTED HORN 20A Horn CTSY 20A Dome lights GAGES 20A See Workhorse manual AUX PWR 20A PK LPS 20A Head lamp switch TURN BACK UP 15A Reverse view for camera JACKS ALARM 5A CIG LTR 20A Dash 12 Volt outlet I...

Page 77: ...ttom 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...

Page 78: ...LED 1 4 Red LED 1 8 to Empty Gray Water Black Water are as follows Green LED Empty to 5 8 Yellow LED 3 4 Red LED 7 8 to Full TO OBTAIN EXACT READING To obtain an exact reading of all systems press an...

Page 79: ...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 be...

Page 80: ...bricating Rotating Gear Housing In the event that rotating the antenna becomes difficult lubricating the bearing surface between the rotating gear housing and the base plate can restore normal operati...

Page 81: ...The circuit breakers are located under the front of the rear bed in the 30 33 and in the top of the roadside wardrobe in the 26 If a circuit is over loaded or a short circuit occurs the breakers will...

Page 82: ...0 volt circuit breakers B To generator 30 amp circuit C To city power When plugged into city power the current path is from C to A When you start your generator and unplug from city power the points s...

Page 83: ...OX cont When you have the optional 50 amp service the red wire shown on the following diagram will be providing power to the rear air conditioner whether you are plugged into city power or operating t...

Page 84: ...ELECTRICAL SYSTEM H 15 110 Volt Breaker Panel 30 AMP...

Page 85: ...ELECTRICAL SYSTEM H 16 110 VOLT BREAKER PANEL 50 AMP...

Page 86: ...s selected when front a c has finished its cooling process Front a c will come back on as its thermostat detects the need to cool and the rear a c will shut off A C fan powered by 12 volt on both unit...

Page 87: ...ELECTRICAL SYSTEM H 18 NOTES...

Page 88: ...ff to run the rear a c only Another appliance drawing a lot of current is the microwave Operating the microwave and an air conditioner at the same time will put your electrical system at the edge of m...

Page 89: ...when plugged into 120 volt shoreline Operating instructions are located in your Owners Packet If they should become misplaced new literature can be ordered direct from the manufacturer or your Airstre...

Page 90: ...vehicle is not moving liquid ammonia will accumulate in portions of the evaporator tubing This will slow the circulation of hydrogen and ammonia gas or in severe cases completely block it resulting in...

Page 91: ...ermitted to service microwave ovens For this reason the only service instructions contained in this manual are for removal of the complete oven If you have a microwave problem please contact the appro...

Page 92: ...switch off for 30 seconds then back on reinstates the try mode The second switch is used to operate the water heater on 110 volt power This provides power to the heating element CAUTION DO NOT use th...

Page 93: ...tely 4 This minimizes rapid recycling of the unit once desired temperature level is achieved 5 The rain sensor built into your fan will prevent excessive rain from entering coach through the open dome...

Page 94: ...YSTEM Option The satellite system comes with an owner s manual The manufacturer requests that technical and warranty questions be directed to them KING DOME SATELLITE SYSTEMS Technical Support 1 800 9...

Page 95: ...al 34 Gal 34 Gal 29 Gal Seating Capacity 6 6 5 6 Seating Capacity lbs 924 924 770 924 Sleeping Capacity 4 5 4 5 Sleeping Capacity lbs 616 770 616 770 Hitch Rating 4000 Lbs Gross Vehicular Weight 400 L...

Page 96: ...otorhome Unit Base Weight UBW is the dry weight of the base unit with the bedroom group full fuel and w o options or fluids Net Carrying Capacity NCC is equal to GVWR minus UBW Gross Combination Weigh...

Page 97: ...ments B 4 Dimensions K 1 Dinette F 4 Door Lock B 4 E 1 Drain Hose D 9 G 18 Drain Valves G 12 Drapes F 4 Driving B 1 Electrical System H 1 Electric Step C 10 Escape Windows D 1 D 9 Extended Stay D 9 Ex...

Page 98: ...nk Drain G 12 Tank Holding B 1 D 7 G 4 G 18 J 1 Tank Sewage G 19 Tank Water G 4 Tank LPG G 1 Tires C 3 Tire Inflation C 3 C 9 Toilet G 12 G 13 G 19 Towing B 5 J 2 TV Antenna H 10 Tub Shower F 2 Uphols...

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