Airstream Basecamp 2007 Owner's Manual page 28

TOWING
SUGGESTED PRE-TRAVEL CHECK LIST
Interior
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1. Turn off water pump switch.
2. Close windows and vents.
3, Close all interior cabinet doors.
4. Latch refrigerator door. (Seal containers first.)
5. Hold down or stack securely all loose, hard and sharp objects.
6. Turn off interior lights.
7. Pull up or retract step.
8. Secure curtains.
Exterior
1. Disconnect and stow the electrical hookup cord.
2. Check battery water level.
3. Turn off gas at LP tanks.
4. Retract stabilizing jacks.
5. Check Hitch: It must be properly attached.
6. Check safety chains and breakaway switch cable.
7. Fully retract jack, lift, and stow into travel position.
8. Check clearance, turn signals, and stop lights.
9. Check lug nuts.
10. Check tires for correct pressure.
11. Secure and lock main doors.
12. Adjust tow vehicle mirrors.
13. Pull forward some 50 ft., test brakes, and check site for forgotten objects
and cleanliness.
WARNING
: WHEEL SEPARATION CAN OCCUR
1. On first trip, tighten wheel lugs at start and at 10, 25, and 50 miles.
2. Thereafter, check wheel lugs before each trip.
3. Following winter storage, check before beginning a trip.
4. Following excessive braking, inspect wheel lugs
Torque wheels to 100 ft. lbs.
Home
1. Leave house key with your neighbors
2, Valuables and important papers should be stored in a safe place.
3, Newspaper, milk and other deliveries should be discontinued.
4, Ask the Post Office to hold your mail for you.
5. Arrange with the telephone company for discontinued or
"vacation service".
6. Arrange care for your pets.
7. Your lawn, garden and houseplants should be cared for.
8. Lock all windows and doors securely. Keep shades open for a lived in look.
9. Cover all food to keep out mice and insects.
10. Eliminate all fire hazards. Place matches in a tin box or glass jar.
11. Store oil, gasoline, and other flammables properly.
12. Destroy all newspapers, magazines and oily rags.
13. Notify police of your departure and return dates.
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