Exterior Doors; Exterior Doors; Windows; Windows - Airstream Basecamp 2020 Owner's Manual

Maintenance
An Optional, but not necessary, method for winterizing
protection, is to add a non-toxic antifreeze (approved
for drinking water system) to the water lines using the
following procedure:
1� Reconnect all lines except the hose to the pump
inlet port. If you have the winterization kit installed,
just reconnect the outlet hose. Close all drain
valves except the water heaters drain valve, it
should remain open until the system is ready to be
used again. Leave a note on the control panel that
the drain valve is open and the bypass valve needs
to be closed before use.
2� Turn the water heater bypass valve to its open
position, see diagram below. Close the water inlet
and outlet valves. The valves are located under the
roadside dinette seat.
3� If you do not have the winterization kit, attach a
length of hose to the pump inlet port. This piece of
hose should be long enough for the free end to be
inserted into and reach the bottom of the antifreeze
container�
4� For antifreeze usages follow manufacturer's
instructions found on label of container.
5� Open all water faucets.
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 hand shower spray while holding
down in tub.
7� Shut off the pump and close all faucets. Disconnect
the hose length from pump inlet fitting and
reconnect water system inlet line. If you have the
winterization kit, turn valve back into normal use
position and reinstall hose plug

Exterior Doors

Lubrication

Apply a little paraffin or grease to the striker pockets
and a slight amount of household oil to the lock
mechanisms to keep the locks operating smoothly.
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Also, lubricate the hinge pins periodically with
household oil. Use the lubricant sparingly and remove
any excess from exterior skin immediately.

Adjustment

Door adjustments can be affected by:
• The trailer being improperly leveled (causing twisting
of trailer body/shell).*
• Striker bolt alignment being out of adjustment,
(striker bolt is adjustable).
• Door has come open at some point introducing a
change to the contour of the door frame (check for
sheared rivets on interior skin of door).
* When using the stabilizers (for eliminating movement-
not leveling) on your Airstream be sure to check the fit
of your doors before and after extending stabilizers.
The fit of the doors can be affected if the trailer is not
level side to side and front to back.

Windows

Sticking Windows

Forcing the window open may cause the window
to shatter. Always follow the guidelines below for
releasing a stuck window.
1� Unlatch the window latches securing the windows
on the interior�
2� Apply some 303 Aerospace Protectant to a nylon
wedge window tool�
3� Starting in the corner, tuck the end of the nylon tool
under the glass and gently slide to opposite end.
CAUTION
Prying up or applying pressure to the window may
cause the window to shatter, resulting in personal
injury or unit damage.
4� Once the window is released, wash the gasket with
a mild soap and water solution, and dry.
5� Apply 303 Aerospace Protectant (Airstream part
# 44845WR-01) to the window gasket. To apply,
spray/pour 303 onto a soft rag or sponge and apply
a generous coating directly to the gasket. Remove
any residue that comes in contact with the exterior
aluminum skin. This may be ordered through the
Airstream Parts Department or at the Airstream
online store at www.airstream.com.
2020 Basecamp