Airstream Excella 1975 Owner's Manual page 47

Window Operation
The extension step (optional) is permanently
attached to the main step and when needed it
is simply flipped out. Never travel with step
lowered.
Your Airstream has a high strength safety
glass front window that is stronger than car
windshields. Inside this window is a second
window of tempered glass. The combination
represents a great improvement in safety and
convenience and acts as a double pane for
better temperature control.
The exterior windows in your trailer are of
tempered safety plate glass. To open: release
the two lever locks at the bottom, pull the
two side operator handles toward the center
and pull down until the window is in the
desired position, and place the operators into
one of the five positioning holes. To close:
pull the two side operator handles toward the
center and slowly lift.
These windows are cleaned in the same
manner that ordinary windows are. Clean the
seals with a damp cloth or mild detergent
every three to six months taking care not to
use strong solvents as they will damage the
seals. A coat of natural silicone lubricant
applied after the seal has dried will keep it
flexible. Spread the lubricant evenly with a
brush or finger, working it into the surface.
This is a good practice for all rubber seals in
your Airstream. For replacement of a dam¬
aged window contact an Airstream Service
Center or the factory.
The double-pane side windows include metal-
ized mylar tint. They eliminate the need for
storm windows and improve the efficiency of
the air conditioning system.
Screens are made of plastic for hard wear and
easy maintenance. Clean with a damp cloth.
Note: They will melt at the point of contact
if touched by a cigarette.
Vistaview windows allow for interior lighting
while maintaining privacy and are equipped
with integral shades.
Factory recommended awnings give shade
during trips and rallies. They are easy to
operate and can be installed by your dealer.
The aluminum construction of your trailer
creates a radio-shield and you will need
outside antennas for perfect reception. This
can be accomplished by a whip radio antenna
or T.Y. antenna with an auto coupler.
An auto coupler (optional) enables you to
utilize your T.V. antenna for AM-FM radio
reception.
A telescoping whip radio antenna (optional) is
available for the optional 12 volt AM-FM
radio and should be professionally installed
next to the front window roadside of your
trailer on a swivel mount.
T.V. antenna (optional): The controls are in
the ceiling directly below the antenna. To
raise the antenna, turn hand crank clockwise
until it stops. Then turn on TV set and select
channel. While watching picture, push handle
up toward ceiling and rotate antenna. If you
hit a stop in rotation before the picture is
clear, reverse rotation. You may have to
readjust when changing channels. To close,
reverse the direction of cranking. Check out¬
side that the antenna is folded and pointed
straight forward.
Motorized TV antenna: The controls are
located on the curbside wall just above the
arm rest. To raise the antenna, depress the up
button and hold it in place until the red light
goes off. The antenna is now ready for
rotating to the desired position. Press the top
of the rotating button and rotate the antenna
until you get the best possible TV picture. If
you go too far, press the lower portion of the
rotating button and the antenna will move in
the opposite direction. To stow the antenna,
press the bottom of the rotating button and
allow the antenna to rotate until the red light
goes off. The antenna is now ready for
lowering so press the "lower" button and
hold it until the red light goes off again. You
are now ready for travel.
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