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  • Page 1 2016 International Owner ’s Manual...
  • Page 2 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, Airstream reserves the right to make such changes.
  • Page 3 Introduction Safety General Information Floor Plans and Specifications Interior Exterior Towing Maintenance...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..... 2-2 CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY AND VENTILATION ... . 2-2 ALARMS AND DETECTORS .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    However, should you ever feel equipment. that you may be in need of assistance, please consult your Airstream dealer for advice on repairs that may be NOTE required. A note is used to address practices not related A brief explanation of the operation of the appliances to personal injury.
  • Page 6 Introduction NOTES: International...

  • Page 7: Safety

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 2 SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Transporting Of Passengers Towing and Weight Distribution Control Sway Lug Nut Torquing Tire Safety Appliances and Equipment Mold CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY AND VENTILATION Chemical Sensitivity Formaldehyde Ventilation Do Not Smoke Medical Advice ALARMS AND DETECTORS Smoke Alarm Carbon Monoxide Alarm...

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Safety Safety Precautions Appliances and Equipment The appliances (stove, refrigerator, etc ) and equipment Many things can be construed as safety related, but (hot water heater, furnace, etc ) typically operate on the most important is your common sense If you are liquefied petroleum LP gas.

  • Page 9: Alarms And Detectors

    WARNING Airstream strongly suggests that you take measures to properly ventilate your trailer on a regular basis If you Smoke alarms have a limited life. The unit should have any questions with respect to proper ventilation...

  • Page 10: Carbon Monoxide Alarm

    Safety NOTE Carbon Monoxide Alarm Carefully read and understand the contents of this This carbon monoxide alarm is designed for indoor instruction manual before using the alarm use only. Do not expose to rain or moisture. Do not knock or drop the alarm. Do not open or tamper Store the manual in a safe place for future reference with the alarm as this could cause malfunction.

  • Page 11: Symptoms Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

    Safety The following conditions can result in potentially dangerous CO situations: WARNING Excessive spillage or reverse-venting of fuel- Test units used in RVs after the vehicle has been in burning appliances caused by outdoor conditions, storage, before each trip, and once a week while in such as: use.

  • Page 12: Low Voltage

    Safety Low Voltage WARNING The operating voltage for the detector is 12 VDC The actual voltage supplied to the detector in a recreational Have a qualified technician check your LPG system vehicle may drop below the minimum 8 VDC The annually or if you detect any signs of leaks or detector provides the user with a low voltage warning malfunctions.

  • Page 13: General Information

    Coverage Ends Limitation of Implied Warranties Repair Remedy Back-Up Remedy What Is Not Covered Disclaimer of Incidental and Consequential Damages Obtaining Warranty Service Events That Discharge Airstreams Obligations Airstream Limited Warranty Excludes Normal Wear Accident Abuse Exposure Overload Chemical Gassing SERVICE...
  • Page 14 General Information Section 3 General Information CAMPING Suggested Pre-Travel Check List Interior Exterior Trailer Equipment and Accessories Motoring Essentials Overnight Stop Extended Stay Leveling Jack Locations City Water Hook-Up Waste Water Systems 3-10 Things Not To Put Into Toilet Or Drains 3-12 Shoreline Power Supply 3-12...

  • Page 15: Limited Warranty Policy

    “What is Not Covered”, The dealer is not airstream’s agent Airstream is not re- when sold by an authorized dealership; and, (iii) sponsible for any undertaking, representation or warran-...

  • Page 16: What Is Not Covered

    If you discover any damage in writing by Airstream; Acts of God or other when you take delivery of your travel trailer, you MUST environmental conditions, such as lightning,...

  • Page 17: Obtaining Warranty Service

    Jackson Center, Ohio 45334-0629 Lack of customer care and/or improper maintenance Attention: Owner Relations Department will result in early failure for which Airstream cannot be held responsible Airstream may direct you to an authorized Airstream dealer, or may request that you bring your travel trailer...

  • Page 18: Service

    Owner’s Survey shortly after your trailer is delivered a definite effect upon the towing characteristics and Our website, www Airstream com also has a dealer attitudes of the trailer Level hitch installations are a locator on it This list is current as of the date of this...

  • Page 19: Reporting Safety Defects

    Turn off gas at LP tanks Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying Retract stabilizing jacks Airstream Inc Check hitch for proper attachment If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists...

  • Page 20: Motoring Essentials

    Federal parks, with good facilities where you All you need to do to enjoy the self-contained luxury might obtain hookups of electrical, water, and sewer of your Airstream is to turn on the LP and light any connections Directories are published which describe appliance pilot lights...

  • Page 21: Extended Stay

    General Information Extended Stay Jack Locations Making a long trip in your Airstream is not very different from making a weekend excursion Since everything you need is right at hand, you are at home wherever you go When packing for an extended trip, take...

  • Page 22: Waste Water Systems

    General Information Waste Water Systems 23-ft. FB Model 19-ft. Model Lavatory Drain Galley Drain Black Water Tank (Toilet) Lavatory Drain Galley Drain Shower Drain Grey Water Tank Toilet Drain Shower Drain 25-ft. Model 23-ft. D Model Lavatory Drain Galley Drain Black Water Tank (Toilet) Lavatory Drain Galley Drain...
  • Page 23 General Information 25-ft. FB Model 28-ft. Model Galley Drain Galley Drain Lavatory Drain Lavatory Drain Shower Drain Shower Drain Toilet Drain Toilet Drain 30-ft. Model 27-ft. FB Model Lavatory Drain Galley Drain Black Water Tank (Toilet) Lavatory Drain Galley Drain Shower Drain Grey Water Tank Toilet Drain...

  • Page 24: Things Not To Put Into Toilet Or Drains

    General Information NOTE The main parts of the waste water system are the toilet, dual holding tanks, and tank dump valves (see Use a minimum 10/3 cord with a maximum length Section 8 - Maintenance for dump valve information) of 25 ft. The system is designed to provide complete self- contained toilet facilities, while on the road or parked, Many campgrounds provide less than 30-amp service,...

  • Page 25: Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy

    General Information NOTE Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious problem When you recognize the signs of excessive Drain and winterize all models if the water systems moisture and condensation in the trailer, action should are not being used during winter traveling. Refer be taken to minimize their effects to Section 8 - Maintenance in this manual for Tips To Control Condensation...

  • Page 26: Molds

    General Information Molds Safety Molds are microscopic organisms that naturally As always, safety should be a top priority Ensure occur in virtually every environment, indoors and you and everyone traveling with you can operate the out Outdoors, mold growth is important in the main door and emergency exit window rapidly, without decomposition of plants Indoors, mold growth is light Contemplate other means of escape in case the...

  • Page 27: Floor Plans And Specifications

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 4 FLOOR PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FLOOR PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FLOOR PLANS 19’ International Serenity/Signature Series 23D International Serenity/Signature Series 23FB International Serenity/Signature Series 25’ International Serenity/Signature Series 25FB International Serenity/Signature Series 27FB International Serenity/Signature Series 28’...

  • Page 28: Floor Plans

    Floor Plans And Specifications Floor Plans 19’ International Serenity/Signature Series LAVY WARD ROBE GALLEY SHOWER DINETTE 40" x 74" 4 CU. FT. 48" x 75" FRIDGE/ LED TV ABOVE 23D International Serenity/Signature Series LAVY 5 CU.FT. FRIDGE/ MICROWAVE 66" SOFA OVERHEAD SHOWER DINETTE...

  • Page 29: 25Fb International Serenity/Signature Series

    Floor Plans And Specifications 25FB International Serenity/Signature Series 7 CU. FT. WARD ROBE 66" SOFA FRIDGE SHOWER DINETTE 42" x 76" 60" x 75" GALLEY LAVY 27FB International Serenity/Signature Series NIGHTSTAND 7 CU. FT. WARDROBE FRIDGE 66" SOFA SHOWER DINETTE 42"...

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Floor Plans And Specifications Specifications Specification Chart NOTE All weights listed in the Specification Chart are checked and updated throughout the model year. Your production trailer may vary from weights listed. International Serenity/Signature Series Model 19’ 23’ D 23’ FB 25’...

  • Page 31: Floor Plans

    Floor Plans And Specifications Floor Plans 25FB International Eddie Bauer 7 CU. FT. FOLDABLE FOLDABLE WARD- DINETTE LOUNGE FRIDGE ROBE SHOWER SEAT REMOVABLE DINETTE TABLE QUEEN BED FOLDABLE DINETTE SEAT 27FB International Eddie Bauer NIGHT STAND 7 CU. FT. WARDROBE FOLDABLE FOLDABLE FRIDGE...

  • Page 32: Specification Tags

    Floor Plans And Specifications Measuring Hitch Ball Height The UBW and NCC weights listed in the Specification Chart are for the base unit with no options and fluids. The proper height will vary according to the weight you Gross Vehicular Weight Rating (GVWR) is the carry and the tires you use However, checking the maximum permissible weight of this trailer when fully height on your trailer is relatively easy:...

  • Page 33: Interior

    Section 5 INTERIOR INTERIOR GENERAL INFORMATION AND CLEANING Ultra Leather Interior Skin Draperies Vinyl Covering Interior Woodwork Counter Area Sinks Vinyl Flooring General Cleaning Polishing the Flooring Shower Stall Telephone Shower Head Retractable Clothesline Lounge Dinette Exhaust Fans Bath Area Remote Switches Ceiling &...
  • Page 34 Interior Section 5 Interior Toilet Faucets Lavatory Faucet Galley Faucet Galley Faucet Filter Faucet Cleaning and Care ELECTRICAL Battery/12-Volt System Information Battery Disconnect Switch Power Converter Power Center (Converter, 12 Volt/110 Volt Distribution) 5-10 12-Volt Power Circuits 5-10 Converter Operation 5-10 120-Volt AC Panel Board 5-10...
  • Page 35 Interior Section 5 Interior APPLIANCES 5-14 Maintenance 5-14 Thermostat 5-15 Ducted Roof System 5-15 Air Conditioner 5-15 Furnace 5-16 Range 5-16 Microwave Ovens 5-16 Refrigerator 5-16 Operation 5-17 Water Heater 5-17 Electronic Ignition 5-17 Safety 5-17 Fantastic Vent Fan 5-18 Operation 5-18 When Thermostat Equipped...

  • Page 36: General Information And Cleaning

    General Information and Cleaning Interior Fabric Skin Fabric covered interior skin can be cleaned with a The interior of all Airstream trailers has been designed vacuum cleaner Spot clean, using the foam only from for comfort, convenience, durability, and appearance...
  • Page 37 If Your thinner, or acetone Restore dulled areas by rubbing Airstream is equipped with Corian® it can be cleaned with an automotive type liquid cleaner, then put the soft with common household cleaners For most residues glow back into your unit with a light application of liquid you can clean your Corian®...

  • Page 38: Plumbing

    Interior Exhaust Fans Storage Tips The International trailers are equipped with Fantastic Kitchen cabinets should have the heaviest items roof vents in the living area See page 5-17 for more stored on the bottom and lighter items overhead After information loading, put skillets and canned goods on the floor or bottom shelf, and cereals and crackers in the overhead In the bathrooms round ventilators are used and are...
  • Page 39 Interior Water Pump Draining System The water pump switch (monitor panel mounted, see Fresh Water Lines and Tanks Appliances in this section) operates the pump Once Fresh water drain valves consist of low point water line the switch is turned on, the pump will run until the drain valves and fresh water tank drain valves The water pressure reaches about 55 psi valves are in-line or petcock-type valves...

  • Page 40: Toilet

    Interior Toilet Galley Faucet The RV toilet in your Airstream is a design that has been used for many years There is either one or two pedals depending on your model On two pedal models the large pedal opens and closes the slide mechanism,...

  • Page 41: Electrical

    The major portion of electrical power in your the converter charging system Airstream is 12-volt The 12-volt current powers all gas appliances for controls and/or ignition as well as When the switch is turned to STORE (off) and the...

  • Page 42: Power Center (Converter, 12 Volt/110 Volt Distribution)

    Interior Power Center (Converter, 12-Volt/110-Volt If any 12-volt appliance fails to operate, first check Distribution) your 12-volt distribution fuse block, located behind the decorative front door in the front right-hand corner of Manufacturer: Connecticut Electric Power the converter, and inspect all fuses If a fuse is opened 1819 W 38th St or blown, replace it with the same size fuse (never install a larger use) If the fuse opens again, have an...

  • Page 43: Converter

    Interior Converter TV Antenna - Roadstar Omni-Directional The converter transforms 120-volt AC into 12-volt Manufacturer: Winegard Company DC This provides power to charge the trailer battery 3000 Kirkwood Street and to operate the 12-volt interior lighting, fans, and Burlington, IA 52601 appliances Phone: (800) 288-8094 The converter is energized only when the trailer is...

  • Page 44: Tv Booster/12-Volt Outlet

    Sun Explorer Charger Controller/Display System antenna Pushing the booster button switch activates and deactivates the booster A green light comes Manuals on their use are included with the Airstream owner’s packet on when the booster is activated For viewing while...

  • Page 45: Converter

    WARNING Converter The GFCI circuit breaker will NOT reduce shock The Airstream converter system enables you to use the hazard if contact is made between a HOT load wire 12-volt lights and equipment whether operating on self- and a neutral wire or two HOT load wires.

  • Page 46: Appliances

    Interior Appliances GFCI Receptacle All appliances are delivered to Airstream Inc with in- depth owner’s manuals Those manuals are included in the delivery case supplied by your dealer The manuals may contain warnings, cautions, and operating instruction that should be read and followed before...

  • Page 47: Ducted Roof System

    CAUSING A FIRE Phone: (800) 544-4881 OR AN EXPLOSION. The roof air conditioner used on Airstream trailers Thermostat is one of the most popular on the market today In your owner’s packet is a set of literature covering all Follow the instructions provided in your owner’s packet...

  • Page 48: Furnace

    Phone: (800) 544-4881 misplaced, new literature can be ordered directly Review all refrigerator literature supplied in your from the manufacturer or your Airstream dealer The owner’s packet or stored in the refrigerator prior to manufacturer also offers a detailed service guide for...

  • Page 49: Operation

    The switch used to light your electronic ignition water The fan increases the cooling efficiency of the refrigerator; therefore Airstream recommends leaving heater is located in the bathroom above the lavatory top When the switch is turned on, the red light will...

  • Page 50: Fantastic Vent Fan

    Interior Fantastic Vent Fan SeeLevel II Monitor Panel SeeLevel II Tank Monitor Manufacturer: Garnet Technologies Ltd 201 M&M Ranch Rd Grandbury, TX 76049 (877) 668-7813 The optional high-volume roof vent system is designed www sales@rvgauge com to quickly exhaust stale, hot air and draw in fresh air It is great to use when the outside temperature does not call for air conditioning, but heat has built up in your trailer...

  • Page 51: To Read A Water Or Sewer Tank Level

    Interior To Read a Water or Sewer Tank Level To Program the LED Brightness Press the button corresponding to the tank to be The display needs to enter the brightness checked and release it, the display will show the programming mode To do this, press and hold levels in percent on the LED display If no other the BATT button;...
  • Page 52 Interior NOTES 5-20 International...

  • Page 53: Exterior Cleaning

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 6 EXTERIOR EXTERIOR CLEANING Exterior Skin Windows Aluminum Wheels GENERAL INFORMATION AND OPERATION Main Door Screen Door Emergency Escape Windows Front End Protection Window Stone Guards Wrap Protectors Step Awning Exterior Shower Axle and Running Gear Assembly Nev-R-Lube Drums/Bearings Power Jack Power Jack Fuse...

  • Page 54: Exterior

    If a substance is found on the coating that cannot be cleaners or polishes on coated aluminum wheels removed by normal washing procedures, Airstream recommends using DX 330 Acryli-Clean, made by PPG Industries Follow all directions and warnings on the...

  • Page 55: General Information And Operation

    Exterior General Information and Operation Main Door The main door of the trailer is manufactured with a built-in, keyed dead bolt and door lock The door lock is engaged from the inside by a lever and the dead bolt is engaged by turning the knob A main door hold-back is mounted on the trailer’s exterior side skin The hold back secures the door to...

  • Page 56: Awning

    Exterior NOTE Zip Dee Relax 12V Power Awning Complete operating instructions have been provided If wind or extended periods of rain are expected, with your Zip Dee power awning Make sure your roll up the awning and secure in traveling position. traveling companion is familiar with the operation of the CAUTION awning...

  • Page 57: Nev-R-Lube Drums/Bearings

    Exterior Nev-R-Lube Drums/Bearings Power Jack Fuse Dexter’s Nev-R-Lube bearings are comprised of opposed tapered roller bearing cones sealed inside a precision-ground, one-piece, double-cup arrangement These bearings are designed with a small amount of axial end-play The end-play is essential to the longevity of the bearing’s service life Refer to Section 8 - Maintenance for Nev-R-Lube Bearing inspection...

  • Page 58: Liquid Petroleum Gas (Lpg)

    Exterior Bypass flow is extremely important in the proper operation of this connection. The flow-limiting device WARNING may activate if the cylinder valve is opened quickly Always open latch handle before inserting ball into When all appliances are off, the bypass flow allows coupler.

  • Page 59: Automatic Gas Regulator

    Exterior Automatic Gas Regulator Turn the large clamping T-handle counterclockwise until the hold-down bracket is loosened enough to be able to remove the tank If your trailer is equipped with a gas tank cover, the T-handle must be removed, and then the cover removed before removing the bottle WARNING Do not remove the center hold-down rod.

  • Page 60: Basic Rules For Lpg Safety

    Exterior Twice a year, or after a long storage period, we suggest you take your unit in for a checkup and cleaning of the WARNING gas-operated appliances A warning label has been located near the LPG container. This label reads: DO NOT FILL WARNING CONTAINER(S) TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY.

  • Page 61: Towing

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 7 TOWING TOWING TOW VEHICLE BRAKES Electronic Brake Controller Proper Electric Brakes Use Breakaway Switch Loading Weighing Your Trailer Hitching Up 7-Way Plug Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution TOWING TIPS AND INFORMATION Tracking Observation General Information Cooling System Overload Downhill and Non-level Driving Off-Road Towing...

  • Page 62: Tow Vehicle

    Towing Tow Vehicle Brakes When buying a new vehicle to tow your trailer, we All trailers are equipped with Dexter Nev-R-Adjust suggest including towing options offered by most tow brakes Please follow all maintenance procedures vehicle manufacturers These include such things as a in the Dexter user’s manual provided in the owner’s heavy-duty alternator and radiator, heavy-duty springs packet...

  • Page 63: Breakaway Switch

    A full load of water equals XXX kg or XXX lbs of cargo @ 1 kg/L (8.3 lb/gal) WARNING Airstream weighs the vehicle as finished to arrive at Do not use the breakaway switch as a parking the vehicle’s weight That number is subtracted from brake.

  • Page 64: Weighing Your Trailer

    Towing Weighing Your Trailer Place a piece of wood of approximately the same thickness as the bathroom scale on the ground in line The illustration below shows how to weigh the trailer on with the trailer hitch jack as shown It should be so scales spaced that a short piece of pipe or other round piece will lay exactly one foot from the centerline of the jack...

  • Page 65: Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution

    Towing Tips and Information radiator overflow outlet. Ensure all drive belts are intact We want every Airstream owner to be a safe and and the radiator fan is turning If you have a problem, courteous driver A few hours of towing practice in a have it fixed at the next opportunity.

  • Page 66: Off-Road Towing

    Towing Backing Up WARNING When backing up, the important thing to remember is to do everything slowly and to immediately correct if On slippery pavement, do not use engine drag to you see the trailer turning the wrong way Concentrate help slow down as this may cause the rear wheels on the rear of the trailer With your tow vehicle and of the tow vehicle to skid.

  • Page 67: Equipment

    Although Airstream has not intruded into the hitch manufacturer’s field of expertise and performed formal This is the most important component The tendency testing, we find the vast majority of Airstream owners for the vehicle to sway increases with speed therefore, purchase sway-control devices...
  • Page 68 Towing NOTES: International...

  • Page 69: Maintenance

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 8 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS Exterior Care TIRES Tire Changing Jack Location Tire Load and Inflation Information Proper Tire Inflation Underinflated Tires How Overloading Affects Your Tires Weighing Your Trailer Or Towed Vehicle Tire Care Tire Care Tips Tire Inspection and Storage...
  • Page 70 Maintenance Section 8 Maintenance Tongue Jack 8-12 Replacing Power Head 8-12 Power Head Maintenance 8-12 Breakaway Switch 8-12 Battery (Lead Acid) 8-12 Glass Mat Batteries (Optional w/Solar Panel Charging System) 8-14 Battery Storage 8-14 Water Pump 8-14 Water Pump Access Locations 8-14 Strainer Cleaning 8-14...
  • Page 71 Maintenance Section 8 Maintenance ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 8-19 12-Volt Diagrams 8-19 110-Volt/30- and 50-Amp Diagrams 8-20 19’ International 8-21 23D International 8-22 23FB International 8-23 25’ International 8-24 25FB International 8-25 25FB International Eddie Bauer 8-26 27FB International Eddie Bauer 8-27 27FB International 8-28 28’...

  • Page 72: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Every 5,000 miles or 90 days Hitch Ball Latch Lubricate with non-detergent WARNING motor oil. Hitch Ball Lubricate with hitch ball lube or Failure to maintain your trailer can cause pre- wheel bearing grease. mature and unexpected parts breakage and/or Range Exhaust Clean fan blades and wash erratic operation that may be hazardous.

  • Page 73: Suggested Maintenance And Replacement Parts

    Maintenance Suggested Maintenance and Replacement Parts (Part numbers listed are Airstream part numbers and can be ordered by calling a Certified Airstream Dealer.) WARNING Always replace the bulb or light fixture with the correct bulb for that light or matching fixture. Failure to heed this warning could cause fire, property damage, personal injury, or death.

  • Page 74: Exterior Care

    Sikaflex 221 Multi-Purpose Polyurethane Sealant The following exterior care products are recommended (PN - 360180-04 [10 oz tube-Black]) - Use to seal by Airstream. Read and follow label directions. Exterior below the rubrail. sealant should be checked and resealed once a year.

  • Page 75: Tires

    Most Airstream dealers cannot make Never attempt to change any tire on the trailer adjustments to tires. An Airstream or tire dealer that without securely chocking the trailer’s remaining handles that particular brand must do this. If you wheels.

  • Page 76: Tire Load And Inflation Information

    Maintenance Tire Load and Inflation Information How Overloading Affects Your Tires Tire pressure is what enables your trailer tire to Maintaining proper tire inflation pressure is essential for support loads, thus, overloading can have serious both tire safety and performance. consequences.

  • Page 77: Tire Inspection And Storage

    Maintenance Never drive on smooth tires. Tires should be when the trailer tires sit idle too long, natural aging may removed when 2/32 in. of tread depth remains. In cause the rubber to crack prematurely, especially in most states, it is illegal to drive with less than 2/32 the sidewall area.

  • Page 78: Lug Nut Torquing

    Maintenance Refer to the following table for wheel specifications. If suspicious of a loose lug nut, safely stop vehicle as soon as possible. Put up warning devices. Remove the Wheel Specifications lug caps and check the tightness of all the lug nuts. Size/Center Size Lug Pattern Model...

  • Page 79: Nev-R-Lube Drums/Bearings

    Maintenance Manual enclosed in your owner’s Brakes packet. Airstream recommends these procedures be performed by a qualified Dexter service technician, due Due to normal brake lining wear, the brakes and the the need of specialized tools and training.

  • Page 80: Tongue Jack

    630AA, and spread on gear teeth. Battery (Lead Acid) Grease is not required on the nylon timing gears. Your Airstream trailer is factory-equipped with an No internal lubrication of post is required, but an Interstate battery (SRM-24), unless your trailer was...
  • Page 81 Maintenance Specific Gravity Freeze Point (°F) CAUTION 1 265 -71.3 Care must be taken to make sure soda is not 1 250 allowed to enter battery cells. Do not fill battery 1 200 above the split ring in filler opening. Do not measure specific gravity immediately after adding 1 100 water.

  • Page 82: Glass Mat Batteries (Optional W/Solar Panel Charging System)

    Maintenance Glass Mat Batteries (Standard w/Solar Panel Locate the water pump and housing cap. Turn housing Charging System) cap counterclockwise to remove cap and carefully pull out strainer. Clean strainer in small bucket of clean If factory-equipped with solar panel, the installed water or under running water.

  • Page 83: Fresh Water Tank Draining

    Maintenance Fresh Water Tank Draining On the 23-ft, 25-ft, 27-ft, 28-ft, and 30-ft. models, a large valve on the fresh water tank pan under the trailer drains the water fresh tank. On these models an additional 1-¼-in. drain plug is located on the bottom of the tank inside the galvanized “box.”...

  • Page 84: Black Water Tank Dumping

    Maintenance Black Water Tank Dumping Drain Systems Cleaning When you are in a park and connected to a sewer The only cleaning agents that can be used without outlet, keep the main holding tank dump valve closed causing harm to the system are household ammonia and empty the tank every few days, or whenever it and tri-sodium phosphate in small quantities.

  • Page 85: Water Heater Bypass Valve

    Maintenance Remove exhaust hose from water pump. For additional winterizing protection, add a non-toxic antifreeze (approved for drinking water system) to the Disconnect the water pump inlet connection and water lines using the following procedure: turn the pump on until all the water is expelled. This water, about 1/2 cup, can be caught in a towel Reconnect all lines, except the hose, to the pump or rag...

  • Page 86: Water Heater Bypass Valve Locations

    30 ft model is accessed through a hole cut in the rear aluminum skin. This may be ordered through the dinette seat. Airstream dealer or at the Airstream online store at Main Door Care www.airstream.com. Lubrication...

  • Page 87: Electrical Diagrams

    Maintenance Electrical Diagrams 12-Volt Diagrams 8-19 International...

  • Page 88: 110-Volt/30- And 50-Amp Diagrams

    Maintenance 110-Volt/30- and 50-Amp 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 specified in each respective table. 8-20 International...

  • Page 89: 19' International

    Maintenance 19’ International TV Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Main Circuit, 30 Amp Refer Receptacle 1.5 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp Refer Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Outside Receptacle 1.5 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Outside Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Galley Receptacle 2.7 Amps...

  • Page 90: 23D International

    Maintenance 23D International Main Circuit, 30 Amp Refer Receptacle (Single) 2.7 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp Outside Receptacle 1.5 Amps Outside Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Bedroom/TV Receptacle 1.5 Amps Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Bedroom/TV Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Converter (Wired Direct)

  • Page 91: 23Fb International

    Maintenance 23FB International Main Circuit, 30 Amp Circuit 4, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Circuit 1, 20 Amp Galley (GFI) Receptacle 1.5 Amps Galley (GFI) Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Refer Receptacle (Single) 2.7 Amps Converter (Wired Direct)

  • Page 92: 25' International

    Maintenance 25’ International Ded. Blu-Ray Disc Player 1.5 Amps Main Circuit, 30 Amp Receptacle Circuit 1, 20 Amp Ded. Blu-Ray Disc Player 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Receptacle - CSA Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Galley End Panel Receptacle 1.5 Amps Converter (Wired Direct) 8.0 Amps...

  • Page 93: 25Fb International

    Maintenance 25FB International Outside Receptacle 1.0 Amps Main Circuit, 30 Amp Outside Receptacle - CSA 1.5 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp Refer Receptacle 2.7 Amps Lounge Area TV Receptacle 1.5 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Lounge Area TV Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Dinette Receptacle 1.5 Amps...

  • Page 94: 25Fb International Eddie Bauer

    Maintenance 25FB International Eddie Bauer Main Circuit, 30 Amp Outside Receptacle 1.0 Amps Outside Receptacle - CSA 1.5 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp Refer Receptacle 2.7 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Lounge Area TV Receptacle 1.5 Amps Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Lounge Area TV Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Converter (Wired Direct) 8.0 Amps...

  • Page 95: 27Fb International Eddie Bauer

    Maintenance 27FB International Eddie Bauer Outside Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Main Circuit, 30 Amp Refer. Receptacle (Single) 2.7 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp Main Area TV Receptacle (Single) 1.5 Amps Main Area TV Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps (Single) Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA)

  • Page 96: 27Fb International

    Maintenance 27FB International Main Area TV Receptacle 1.5 Amps Main Circuit, 30 Amp Main Area TV Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp Dinette Receptacle 1.5 Amps Dinette Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Blu-Ray Player Receptacle 1.5 Amps Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Blu-Ray Player Receptacle - CSA...

  • Page 97: 28' International

    Maintenance 28’ International Main Circuit, 30 Amp Dinette Receptacle 1.5 Amps Dinette Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp Outside Receptacle 1.5 Amps Outside Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Bathroom Receptacle 1.5 Amps Circuit 2, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Bathroom Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Converter (Wired Direct)

  • Page 98: 28' International (50 Amp)

    Maintenance 28’ International (50 Amp) Circuit 4, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Main Circuit, 50 Amp Bedroom Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp Circuit 5, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Microwave Receptacle (Single 20 12.0 Amps Water Heater 12.0 Amps Amp)

  • Page 99: 30' International

    Maintenance 30’ International Circuit 5, 20 Amp Main Circuit, 30 Amp Water Heater (Wired Direct) 12.0 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp 5 Amp DC to AC Inverter Circuit Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Circuit 2, 20 Amp 1000 Watt Inverter, 7 Amp Breaker, 10 Amp Transfer Switch Converter (Wired Direct) 8.0 Amps...

  • Page 100: 30' International (Csa)

    Maintenance 30’ International (CSA) 5 Amp DC to AC Inverter Circuit Main Circuit, 30 Amp 1000 Watt Inverter, 7 Amp Breaker, 10 Amp Circuit 1, 20 Amp Transfer Switch Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Inverted Blu-Ray Player Receptacle Circuit 2, 15 Amp Inverted Roadside Living Area Receptacle Converter 8.0 Amps...

  • Page 101: 30' International (50 Amp)

    Maintenance 30’ International (50 Amp) Main Circuit, 50 Amp Curbside Rear Bedroom 1.0 Amps Receptacle* Circuit 1, 15 Amp Curbside Bedroom Receptacle* 1.0 Amps Water Heater 12.0 Amps 5 Amp DC to AC Inverter Circuit Circuit 2, 20 Amp 1000 Watt Inverter, 7 Amp Breaker, 10 Amp Front Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Transfer Switch...

  • Page 102: 30' International (50 Amp) (Csa)

    Maintenance 30’ International (50 Amp) (CSA) Circuit 6, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Main Circuit, 50 Amp Converter (Wired Direct) 8.0 Amps Circuit 1, 20 Amp (15 Amp - CSA) Curbside Front Bedroom 1.5 Amps Water Heater 12.0 Amps Receptacle Circuit 2, 20 Amp Curbside Front Bedroom...

  • Page 103: Standard 30 Amp Circuit Breaker Layout

    Maintenance NEUTRAL BUSS 20 20 20 20 GROUND BUSS 8GA BARE COPPER Standard 50 Amp Circuit Breaker Layout: • Circuit 6 - 20 Amp - Converter, Bedroom, Blu-Ray PLACE BREAKER LABEL HERE. Player Receptacles • Circuit 5 - 20 Amp - Microwave Receptacle, GFI Refer, Galley, Bath, Outside, Dinette Receptacles, Front TV, Living Area •...

  • Page 104: Solar Panel Pre-Wire

    The Cat 5 wire plugs into it also. Battery cables will run to this bar. The following diagram depicts the way Airstream wires A Cat 5-patch cord for a solar panel display, if supplied the solar system on factory-installed units and is the with the after-market unit, runs from the battery buss recommended wiring for use of the pre-wire system.

  • Page 105: Faqs And Answers

    Plumbing may harm the system. 1. While parked at my site, do you recommend 3. I was told my Airstream is pre-wired for solar leaving my dump valves open? panels. What does this mean? Answer: You cannot leave your black water valve open.

  • Page 106: Audio-Video

    Walbernize Superseal is a product that was designed 1. I am planning for a trip in my Airstream. How specifically for Airstream and provides good wax should I get the refrigerator cooled down?
  • Page 107 Aerospace Protectant 303 to the seals. Clean edge of glass also. 10. The mattress in my Airstream is an odd shape, where can I buy sheets? Answer: Airstream has a selection of sheets for your Airstream and can be purchased by calling (937) 596- 6111 extension 7400 or 7418.
  • Page 108 Maintenance NOTES: 8-40 International...
  • Page 109 RA-400 Patcher for UD Index Air Conditioner 5-15 FAQs and Answers 8-37 Alarms 2-3 Faucets 5-8 Antenna 5-11 Fill Valve 6-6 Appliances 2-2, 5-14 Fire Extinguisher 2-6 Axle 6-4 Floor Plans 4-2 Axles 8-10 Front End Protection Awning 6-4 Window Stone Guards 6-3 Wrap Protectors 6-3 Backing 7-6 Furnace 5-16...
  • Page 110 Index Narrow Body Trailer Tanks Bearing Inspection and Maintenance Draining, Dumping, Cleaning 8-14 8-11 Thermostat 5-15, 5-18 Nev-R-Lube Bearings 6-5 Tires 8-7 Inspection 8-11 Toilet 5-8 Towing 2-2 General Information 7-5 Tow Vehicle 7-2 Operation of Interior Components 5-4 TV Antenna 5-11 Overnight Stop 3-8 Vent 5-18 Plumbing 5-6...
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