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Maintenance

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2023 Globetrotter

Winterizing and Storage 

When storing your trailer for short or long periods, 

use the same precautions as you would in your own 

home in regard to perishables, ventilation, and rain 

protection� In addition, for prolonged storage periods, 

flush out all the drain lines and the holding tanks. Also 

drain the entire water system including the water heater 

and the water storage tank� Instructions for draining the 

water system are explained in the following paragraphs 

on winterizing�

The main consideration in winterizing your trailer is to 

guard against freeze damage to the fresh water system 

lines, tank, and pump, the waste drain system including 

the traps and tanks, the water heater, and the batteries� 

To completely winterize your trailer follow this 

procedure:
1� 

Level the trailer from side to side and front to rear. 

Open all faucets�

2� 

Turn the water pump switch to the ON position to 

expel water from the storage tank 

3�  Open all drain valves including exterior water 

service valve, if applicable�

4� 

While the water is draining from the system, open 

and flush the toilet-flushing valve. 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 after all water has been 

removed from the storage tank. 

6� 

Disconnect outlet hose from water pump. Turn the 

pump on until all the water is expelled. This water, 

about 1/2 cup, can be caught in a towel or rag. 

Reconnect hose�

7�  Lower the front of the trailer as far as the jack 

will allow until water ceases to drain, then crank 

the jack up as high as it will go and allow any 

remaining water to drain out. 

8� 

After the water has stopped running from the drain 

lines, apply 50 lb� of air pressure at the city water 

inlet. An air-to-city water adapter is available from 

your dealer’s RV accessory store� Be sure the 

toilet valve, all drain valves, and faucets are open 

and the pump outlet hose is disconnected. This 

can be done at a service station and will force any 

remaining water from the water heater and remove 

any water that may be trapped in low areas. 

9�  Pour a cup of non-toxic RV antifreeze that has 

been approved and listed by a recognized testing 

authority such as Underwriter Lab into the lavatory, 

sink and tub drains to prevent trap freeze-up�

10� 

Be sure to open the waste-holding tank dump 

valves and drain and flush the tanks thoroughly 

(this is very important as the sewage in the tanks, 

if frozen, could seriously damage the tanks)

� Plan 

ahead and have this done at a dump station.

11� 

Remove the batteries from your trailer and store 

in a cool, dry place where there is no danger of 

freezing. It is very important for optimum life of a 

battery to check it periodically and to keep it fully 

charged� 

CAUTION 

Remove all RV antifreeze spillage from all drain 

and faucet parts after winterizing. Failure to do so 

could result in damage to the plumbing fixture’s 

finish.

Optional; An additional step to winterization is to 

consider adding a non-toxic RV antifreeze (approved 

for drinking water systems) to the water lines using the 

pre-installed Winterization Kit�
Before beginning, read the RV antifreeze 

manufacturer’s label for instructions specific to the 

antifreeze you plan to use. It may take 2-3 gallons to 

fill the entire system so prepare accordingly. It will be 

helpful to have another person watching and operating 

the faucets and showerheads as you follow these 

steps�

The Winterization Kit is near the water pump. See 

Water Pump Access Locations in Section 8. For drain 

valve locations see Drain Valve Locations in this 

section�
1�  Reconnect all lines and showerheads that were 

disconnected in the previous steps� 

2�  Close all the drain valves�
3�  Open the sink and shower drains if they are closed�
4�  Open all the faucets, including the showerhead 

faucet handle and, if equipped, the external 

showerhead�

Содержание GLOBETROTTER 2023

Страница 1: ...2 0 2 3 G L O B E T R O T T E R SCAN ME O w n e r s M a n u a l...

Страница 2: ...time of publication approval If and when new materials and production techniques are developed that can improve the quality of its product or material substitutions are necessary due to availability A...

Страница 3: ...5 6 Electrical 5 8 Entertainment Systems 5 12 Appliances 5 14 EXTERIOR 6 1 Cleaning 6 2 General Information and Operation 6 3 TOWING 7 1 Tow Vehicle 7 2 Brakes 7 2 Loading 7 3 Hitching Up 7 4 Towing T...

Страница 4: ...2023 Globetrotter NOTES NOTES...

Страница 5: ...n a packet included with this manual to be more detailed All information illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of...

Страница 6: ...2023 Globetrotter 1 2 Introduction NOTES NOTES...

Страница 7: ...N 2 2 Chemical Sensitivity 2 2 Formaldehyde 2 3 Ventilation 2 3 Do Not Smoke 2 3 Medical Advice 2 3 ALARMS AND DETECTORS 2 3 Smoke Alarm 2 3 Liquid Propane Gas LPG Carbon Monoxide CO Detector 2 4 Low...

Страница 8: ...your vehicle Refer to Section 8 Maintenance for tire care and safety information Also be sure to read the Tire Safety Manual Addendum included with your owner s packet Appliances and Equipment The app...

Страница 9: ...spect to proper ventilation of your trailer please do not hesitate to contact your dealer or Airstream Ventilation To reduce or lessen exposure to chemicals from off gassing it is of utmost importance...

Страница 10: ...angerous levels of LPG NOTE If the low voltage warning sounds the detector will need to be reset by disconnecting the battery before normal operation will occur Detector Test If the Silence Test butto...

Страница 11: ...f CO gas at the sensor Important Safety Precautions Carbon Monoxide is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels such as wood charcoal coal heating oil paraffin gasoline natural gas propane butan...

Страница 12: ...calling for assistance Also young children and pets may be the first to be affected WARNING Test units used in RVs after the vehicle has been in storage before each trip and once a week while in use...

Страница 13: ...y 3 4 Airstream Limited Warranty Excludes 3 4 Normal Wear 3 4 Accident 3 4 Abuse 3 4 Chemical Gassing 3 5 Exposure 3 5 Overload 3 5 SERVICE 3 5 Reporting Safety Defects 3 6 CAMPING 3 6 Suggested Pre T...

Страница 14: ...u can seek other legal or equitable remedies for breach of this express warranty or for breach of any implied warranty This limited warranty is not a warranty that promises or extends to future perfor...

Страница 15: ...facilities Acts or omissions of any person or entity other than Airstream Note An irrefutable presumption arises that the travel trailer has been used for commercial and or business the warranty does...

Страница 16: ...nty service shall be the sole responsibility of the owner Events That Discharge Airstream s Obligations Under This Limited Warranty Misuse or neglect accidents unauthorized alteration failure to provi...

Страница 17: ...onditions and reasonable cause to believe these factors have been exceeded could void the Airstream warranty For additional information on the loading of your trailer consult this Owner s Manual or gr...

Страница 18: ...hard and sharp objects 6 Fasten sliding and foldette doors 7 Drain toilet bowl 8 Turn off interior lights 9 Lower wall mounted tables to be even with dinette seats Place Pedestal tables in upright pos...

Страница 19: ...g for the night your Airstream is built to be safely parked in any spot that is relatively level and where the ground is firm Your facilities are with you You are self contained Unless the tow vehicle...

Страница 20: ...hort term occupancy If you expect to occupy the trailer for an extended period be prepared to deal with condensation and the humid conditions that may be encountered Moisture can condense on the insid...

Страница 21: ...wn natural materials such as wood products and fabrics Protect your investment by understanding the potential risks mold imposes Contributing Factors To Mold Growth For mold growth to occur temperatur...

Страница 22: ...ptied close the dump valves and put approximately five gallons of water in the sewage holding tank using the black tank flush inlet This will spray the interior of the tank with water and help prevent...

Страница 23: ...ore 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 t...

Страница 24: ...2023 Globetrotter 3 12 General Information NOTES NOTES...

Страница 25: ...R PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Section 4 Section 4 FLOOR PLANS 4 2 25FB Globetrotter 4 2 27FB Globetrotter 4 2 30RB Globetrotter 4 2 SPECIFICATIONS 4 3 Specification Chart 4 3 Specification...

Страница 26: ...Floor Plans And Specifications 4 2 2023 Globetrotter Floor Plans 25FB Globetrotter 27FB Globetrotter 30RB Globetrotter...

Страница 27: ...heels ft lbs 110 110 110 Lug nut torque Max steel wheel spare ft lbs 100 100 100 Tire size ST225 75R15 Tire Max cold inflation pressure psi 80 Tire Max load rating lbs 2830 The term cold refers to how...

Страница 28: ...are the Tire and Loading and Vehicle Manufacturing tags The Tire and Loading information tag lists the Size and Cold Inflation Pressure of the tires on your vehicle the weight of your trailer as manuf...

Страница 29: ...Toilet 5 7 Deodorizers and Biological Chemicals 5 7 Faucets 5 7 Lavatory Faucet 5 7 Galley Faucet 5 7 Faucet Cleaning and Care 5 7 ELECTRICAL 5 8 Battery 12 Volt System Information 5 8 Battery Disconn...

Страница 30: ...and Rain Sensor 5 15 Cleaning Instructions 5 15 Exhaust Vent 5 16 Operation 5 16 Cleaning Instructions 5 16 Fuse 5 16 Furnace 5 16 Microwave Ovens 5 16 Monitor Panel 5 16 To Read a Water or Sewer Tank...

Страница 31: ...f NOTE All drapery materials and mattress covers must be professionally dry cleaned Interior Aluminum Skin Interior aluminum skin can be cleaned by washing with any mild non abrasive soap or detergent...

Страница 32: ...e rectangular openings in each floor base Twist the legs clockwise and tighten until snug Luxury Woven Vinyl Floor One of the best ways to keep the floor looking good is to wipe fabrics off on a weekl...

Страница 33: ...to a U shaped dinette remove the rear table and pedestal leg Pull the two drawers out and place the provided seat cushion directly on top of the drawers to bridge the gap using the drawers as a base T...

Страница 34: ...rior access door and remove screw cap A drinking water safe hose can now be inserted It s a good idea to let the water run through the hose for a short time to flush it out Experienced RVers usually f...

Страница 35: ...to conserve water hold the hand spray head if equipped over the bowl and hold down the thumb operated lever When depressing the pedal all the water is routed through the hand spray NOTE When you dump...

Страница 36: ...ances used on that particular circuit at the same time could prevent any further fuse failure Refer to Section 8 Maintenance for important battery maintenance information Battery Disconnect Switch The...

Страница 37: ...ave it serviced by a qualified technician or replace it One of these wires is not spliced onto a wire of the same color It is the backup wire that is yellow in the cable and black in the harness A lab...

Страница 38: ...ain fuses located on the 12 volt DC distribution fuse block 120 Volt AC Panel Board The AC panel board section of the power converter contains the 120 VAC branch circuit breakers for your RV One of th...

Страница 39: ...ical System City Power When your trailer is hooked up to external AC power the converter system automatically charges the trailer batteries regardless of the battery disconnect switch position and if...

Страница 40: ...ray player If your Airstream has Wi Fi you can connect a streaming device to the HDMI wall plate and power it with the nearby USB port WARNING The GFCI circuit breaker provides protection only to the...

Страница 41: ...ream Connected Kit prewiring and is ready for dealer installation Please contact your dealer for more information or visit www Airstream com to use our dealer locator TV Antenna The installed omnidire...

Страница 42: ...uel air conditioners use the Zone button to select the desired A C unit The heat pump will run until the temperature reaches the set temperature and then shut off NOTE Review the air conditioning lite...

Страница 43: ...peration 1 Open dome approximately 3 in or more ceiling fan has a built in safety switch that will not allow motor to operate unless dome is partially open 2 Turn 3 speed knob to desired performance l...

Страница 44: ...le two conductor wire and displays the level information in percent of full on a three digit LED display When the front panel button for a particular tank is pressed the display powers up and displays...

Страница 45: ...the display will continuously recheck the voltage and show the updated value The reading may flicker back and forth between two values 3 If another button is pressed before the 5 second time is up for...

Страница 46: ...near the battery box Refer to Section 8 Maintenance for Solar Panel Wiring diagram and information Thermostat The Liquid Crystal Display LCD shown above is the interface between the user and the therm...

Страница 47: ...the system When in cool the thermostat will toggle through the following modes Cool Auto Cool High Cool Low Fan High Fan Low and Off When in heat the thermostat will toggle through the following modes...

Страница 48: ...d Check that you have LP in the tanks that other LP appliances work and no debris or obstruction in the burner En System timer System will shut off after 20 minutes of continuous usage Fd Water heater...

Страница 49: ...ess Steel Rock Guards 6 4 Power Awning 6 4 Gravity Water Fill 6 4 City Water Hookup 6 4 Exterior Shower 6 5 Shoreline Power Supply 6 5 120 Volt Outlet and TV Satellite Inlets 6 5 Hitch Coupler 6 5 Axl...

Страница 50: ...he coating that cannot be removed by normal washing procedures Airstream recommends using DX 330 Acryli Clean made by PPG Industries Follow all directions and warnings on the product container Acryli...

Страница 51: ...ed independently by releasing the slide bolt and swinging the screen door away from the main door CAUTION Always reattach the screen door to the main door prior to closing the main door otherwise dama...

Страница 52: ...by warranty Gravity Water Fill The gravity water fill is located on the side of the trailer behind a locked compartment It is used to fill the fresh water tank with potable water A small vent is locat...

Страница 53: ...ampsite power pedestal Please refer to the provided SmartPlug owner s manual for more information on reverse polarity and the light codes Many campgrounds provide less than 30 amp service and your hoo...

Страница 54: ...a switch located in the locked utility compartment on the side of the trailer NOTE Power stabilizing jacks automatically adjust to the terrain and should only be lowered until they make contact with t...

Страница 55: ...ice to equalize When pressure is equalized the flow limiting device will supply normal flow to the system Equalization occurs in approximately 5 seconds and in most cases goes completely unnoticed If...

Страница 56: ...rubber gas line at the tank to be removed The green plastic fitting is a right hand thread and no tools should be used 3 Turn the large clamping T handle counterclockwise until the hold down bracket...

Страница 57: ...abel reads DO NOT FILL CONTAINER S TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY Overfilling the LPG container can result in uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire or explosion A properly filled container w...

Страница 58: ...2023 Globetrotter 6 10 Exterior NOTES NOTES...

Страница 59: ...Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution 7 5 Wireless Observation System 7 5 TOWING TIPS AND INFORMATION 7 5 Tracking Observation 7 5 General Information 7 5 Cooling System Overload 7 6 Downhill and Non le...

Страница 60: ...oad you must pull Consolidate items in shelves lockers and in the refrigerator It is better to have one full and one empty locker than two half empty ones Special care must be taken not to overload th...

Страница 61: ...r including water propane etc and take it to a public scales Weigh each axle of your vehicle Refer to your axle weight and tire limits to see if you are within a safe range Total all axle weights ensu...

Страница 62: ...bathroom scale on the ground in line with the trailer hitch jack as shown It should be so spaced that a short piece of pipe or other round piece will lay exactly one foot from the centerline of the j...

Страница 63: ...will allow you to see what is behind you while towing and provide visibility when backing up the trailer NOTE Carefully read and understand all manufacturer s instructions provided in your owner s pac...

Страница 64: ...y the trailer brakes only This will bring the tow vehicle and trailer back into a single line Chains do not help trailer wheels Off Road Towing When driving in mud and sand let the momentum carry the...

Страница 65: ...ck 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 Controlling Sway or Fishtailing...

Страница 66: ...he 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 Both actions make the situation...

Страница 67: ...Alignment Specifications 8 9 Nev R Lube Drums Bearings 8 9 Brakes 8 9 POWER JACK 8 9 Replacing Power Head 8 9 Power Jack Maintenance 8 9 Breakaway Switch 8 10 BATTERY 8 10 Battery Amp Draw and Testin...

Страница 68: ...heel Lug Nuts Torque Aluminum Wheels to 110 ft lbs and Steel Wheels to 100 ft lbs Breakaway Switch Pull pin and lubricate with household oil See further instructions in this section 7 Way Plug Spray w...

Страница 69: ...erior 12 Volt Lighting LED Light w Switch PN 513707 LED Shower Light PN 513961 LED Reading Light PN 513130 LED Spot Light w Frosted Lens PN 513136 LED Reading Light with Switch PN 513129 LED Surface M...

Страница 70: ...1 Merv 8 Filter Sponge PN 382766 02 Touch up Caulking Caulk Seamfil White PN 360301 30 Caulk Seamfil Natural Elm PN 360301 32 Caulk Seamfil Black Walnut PN 360301 34 Caulk Seamfil Marfil Cream PN 3603...

Страница 71: ...ndum in your Owner s packet for more information WARNING Never attempt to change any tire on the trailer without securely chocking the trailer s remaining wheels Never position yourself in a manner wh...

Страница 72: ...bleed air from warm tires to reduce pressure buildup Do not inflate tires to cold PSI rating beyond rim specifications How Overloading Affects Your Tires Tire pressure is what enables your trailer ti...

Страница 73: ...s valve stems valve caps and wheels The tread should be checked for any unusual wear cracking penetrations and or cuts An uneven wear pattern can indicate misalignment or worn suspension parts Since m...

Страница 74: ...wheel and gradually loosen the wheel nuts Although the materials and manufacturing methods are maximized for this kind of service these extra loads can cause stress which can result in flexing and loo...

Страница 75: ...your owner s packet Airstream recommends these procedures be performed by a qualified Dexter service technician due the need of specialized tools and training Brakes Due to normal brake lining wear t...

Страница 76: ...n 12 8 volts A typical load test should be 3 times the amp hour for 15 seconds At the end of 15 seconds the voltage of the battery should stay above 9 6 volts If the battery cannot reach a fully charg...

Страница 77: ...small bucket of clean water or under running water If necessary clean strainer in a detergent solution If the detergent solution is used rinse thoroughly Install strainer and housing cap being carefu...

Страница 78: ...in valve located on the freshwater tank pan Be sure to watch closely and turn the pump off when the tank runs dry Pump damage can occur if the pump runs dry for more than a few minutes Sanitizing Pota...

Страница 79: ...ld solids accumulate close the dump valve fill the tank about half full with water then tow the trailer for a few miles The turbulence and surging of the water will usually dissolve the solids into su...

Страница 80: ...apter is available from your dealer s RV accessory store Be sure the toilet valve all drain valves and faucets are open and the pump outlet hose is disconnected This can be done at a service station a...

Страница 81: ...in the tub until antifreeze is coming out and if equipped do the same with the external showerhead Any remaining antifreeze can be dumped down a drain 9 Shut the pump off once all the lines are full...

Страница 82: ...m be sure to check the fit of your main door before and after extending stabilizers The fit of the main door can be affected if trailer is not level side to side and front to back Windows Sticking Win...

Страница 83: ...Diagrams The following electrical diagrams are representative of the National Electric Code NEC and Canadian Standards Association CSA All circuits are NEC with the exception of CSA circuits as speci...

Страница 84: ...Maintenance 8 18 2023 Globetrotter 22 25FB Globetrotter 12 Volt Main Schematic 50 Amp...

Страница 85: ...Maintenance 2023 Globetrotter 8 19 22 NEG VCC BAT POS IN 40 40 NEG 27FB Globetrotter 12 Volt Main Schematic 30 Amp...

Страница 86: ...Maintenance 8 20 2023 Globetrotter 22 27FB Globetrotter 12 Volt Main Schematic 50 Amp...

Страница 87: ...Maintenance 2023 Globetrotter 8 21 22 30RB Globetrotter 12 Volt Main Schematic 50 Amp...

Страница 88: ...5 Amp UL 458 Tested ULC Main Circuit 30 Amp Circuit 1 20 Amp A Air Conditioner Wired Direct 16 0 Amps Circuit 2 15 Amp B Converter Wired Direct 8 0 Amps Circuit 3 15 Amp C 10A Limit Switch 0 0 Amps D...

Страница 89: ...1 0 Amps S Bedroom TV Receptacle 1 5 Amps S Bedroom TV Receptacle CSA 1 0 Amps T Main Living Area TV Receptacle 1 5 Amps T Main Living Area TV Recept CSA 1 0 Amps U HDMI Receptacle 0 15 Amps Circuit...

Страница 90: ...e 1 5 Amps H RS Nightstand Receptacle CSA 1 0 Amps J Bedroom TV 1 5 Amps J Bedroom TV CSA 1 0 Amps K Main Living Area TV Receptacle 1 5 Amps K Main Living Area TV Recept CSA 1 0 Amps L HDMI Receptacle...

Страница 91: ...1 0 Amps S Bedroom TV Receptacle 1 5 Amps S Bedroom TV Receptacle CSA 1 0 Amps T Main Living Area TV Receptacle 1 5 Amps T Main Living Area TV Recept CSA 1 0 Amps U HDMI Receptacle 0 15 Amps Circuit...

Страница 92: ...mps Circuit 4 20 Amp K Rear Air Conditioner 16 0 Amps Circuit 5 20 Amp J 10A Limit Switch 0 0 Amps L Microwave Receptacle 12 5 Amps Circuit 6 15 Amp N RS Nightstand Receptacle 1 5 Amps N RS Nightstand...

Страница 93: ...Maintenance 2023 Globetrotter 8 27 Standard 30 Amp Circuit Breaker Layout Standard 50 Amp Circuit Breaker Layout Breaker label content may vary...

Страница 94: ...tor display The best way to reach the Cat 5 cable is to remove the Seelevel Monitor The solar panel display can be mounted in the area near the Seelevel Monitor panel by routing the proper hole size T...

Страница 95: ...ance 2023 Globetrotter 8 29 Fresh Water Layouts 25FB Globetrotter GALLEY HOT COLD LOW POINT DRAIN LAVY TOILET WATER HEATER W BYPASS OUTSIDE SHOWER CITY WATER CONNECTION W REGULATOR BACK FLOW PROTECTIO...

Страница 96: ...ance 8 30 2023 Globetrotter GALLEY LAVY TOILET FRONT HOT COLD LOW POINT DRAIN WATER HEATER W BYPASS PUMP FEED W FILTER CITY WATER CONNECTION W REGULATOR BACK FLOW PROTECTION OUTSIDE SHOWER 27FB Globet...

Страница 97: ...Maintenance 2023 Globetrotter 8 31 GALLEY LAVY TOILET FRONT HOT COLD LOW POINT DRAIN WATER HEATER EXTERIOR SHOWER TANK FLUSH CITY WATER FRESH WATER PICK UP PUMP FEED W FILTER SHOWER 30RB Globetrotter...

Страница 98: ...the LPG detector The switch is used to cut power when the trailer is not being used or put into storage to preserve battery charge 7 My power jack is not operating Answer Check for 12 volt power Verif...

Страница 99: ...door is designed differently than a flat surface door The door is over bent in order to apply more pressure at the top and bottom of door for better sealing Also on uneven surfaces the trailer can be...

Страница 100: ...sion axle tubes 9 My windows are sticking and don t open easily what is wrong Answer Your windows have rubber seals around the edges which in extreme heat and dusty conditions can become sticky You ca...

Страница 101: ...D Detectors 2 3 Door Lubrication and Adjustment 8 16 Main 6 3 Screen 6 3 Drain and Waste System 5 6 Drain Systems Cleaning 8 13 Drain Valve Locations 8 12 Drain Valves 8 11 E Effects Of Prolonged Occ...

Страница 102: ...S Safety 2 2 Controlling Sway Fishtailing 7 7 Stopped On a Hill 7 7 When Being Passed 7 6 Service 3 5 Shoreline Power Supply 3 11 6 5 Spare Tire Carrier 8 8 Specifications 4 3 Step 6 3 Operation 6 3...

Страница 103: ...ting campaign it s a reminder that together we can make a difference Leave it Beautiful is a call to action to pick up the litter toss it in a can and not simply step over it and pass it by Your purch...

Страница 104: ...428 West Pike Street P O Box 629 Jackson Center OH 45334 0629 Phone 937 596 6111 Fax 937 596 7939 www airstream com...

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