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FAQs and Answers

Electrical
1. When I hit my 12-volt remote kill switch, at the
sliding door, it does not turn on the 12-volt
inside.
Answer: There could be two issues here. The first is
that the batteries are below 8 VDC� If this is the case,
there is not enough power to activate the switch� The
second issue is that the remote is in the disabled
position at the manual knob under the lounge;
Manual Battery Disconnect Switch on page 5-11�
2. What should I do to maintain my generator?
Answer: During the initial break in period, you will need
to check your oil every 4 hours during the first 20 hours
of operation� Once you reach 20 hours of operation,
you will need to change the oil� (Refer to the Onans
Owner's manual for more information)
3. My generator stalls out or quits running if I turn
a corner.
Answer: Make sure you check the oil level� There is a
sensor built into the generator that will shut the engine
down if it is too low� Turning the corner or stopping
quickly while oil is low can cause this to happen�
4. What size batteries are in my Airstream
Interstate 19 SE?
Answer: Your Airstream is factory equipped with two
Battleborn 100Ah 12V LiFePO4 batteries;
Batteries on page 5-12�
5. My generator will not run properly while I am
showing I have ¼ tank of LPG; however, it runs
fine when tank is showing ½ or more.
Answer: This could be a demand issue� If you are
using other appliances, the outside temperature is
below 32°F, and the BTU output is lower than at 72°F,
the generator will not run properly� This would cause
the generator to stall out or run poorly by not creating
the proper 120 volts of power�
6. What is the battery disconnect switch function?
Answer: The switch is used to cut power when the
Interstate Nineteen is not being used or put into
storage to preserve battery charge� It disengages or
engages the 12-volt power supply from the house
batteries to everything but the LPG detector, tank
heaters, power lounge, and invertor;
Battery Disconnect Switch on page
2024 Interstate 19 SE
7. Do you recommend using a surge protector
Answer: Your Airstream is breaker protected� However,
with the use of more personal electronic devices and
the number of motorhome users in parks, added
protection is always a plus�
8. What is my Xantrex inverter powering?
Answer: It powers outlets on the inverter circuit
identified by an affixed "Inverter Circuit" label, such
as the TV and Blu-Ray/DVD player outlets and the
see
outlet behind the driver's seat� The inverter circuit
outlets support items like laptops, phones, Blu-ray/DVD
Players, small electronics, and TVs, with no more than
1000 watts of combined power� Plugging in items such
as vacuums, hairdryers, etc�, may harm the system;
see Inverter/Charger on page
9. I have an alarm going off at my sliding door.
Answer: Make sure your step and awnings are
completely closed� If either of these are not properly
closed, and the engine is running, it will cause the
alarm to sound�
Plumbing
1. Do I need a water regulator?
Answer: No, your Airstream is equipped with a built in
regulator rated for 50 psi�
2. How do I get fresh water into my Interstate 19
see House
Answer: You can use the on board fresh water tank
and 12-volt pump for your water supply when camping
in a remote area, or hook to an external water source
via potable water hose to exterior water inlet when
parked at a campground;
page 6-6
3. What is the difference between a Gray Water
Answer: The Gray Water tank holds water from shower
and sink drains� The Black Water tank holds sewer
water from the toilet;
page
4. Can I run the macerator pump if there is no
Answer: No, it will burn the macerator up if it is run dry
for more the 10-30 seconds� Also, you should not run
see Manual
it more than 15 minutes continuously;
5-11�
Pump on page
when plugged into shore power?
SE?
see Gravity Water Fill on
and see City Water Hookup on page
tank and the Black Water tank?
see Drain and Waste System on
9-9�
water going through it?
9-10�
Maintenance
5-14�
6-6�
see Macerator
9-27