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Airstream 1986 Motorhome manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual
Airstream 1986 Motorhome Owner's Manual (307 pages)
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Airstream
| Category:
Motorhomes
| Size: 4.36 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Maintenance Schedule
15
Suggested Maintenance Parts and Lubricants
18
Driving
21
Safety Check List
21
Safety Seat Belts
22
Dash Controls and Instruments
23
Instrument Panel
23
Flood Light
27
Auxiliary Start Switch
27
Speed Control
27
Cab Seats
28
Power Seat Controls
28
TV Backing Monitor
29
Fuel Stop Servicing
30
Rear Air Suspension
31
Engine Cover
31
Forward Service Door
31
Trailer Towing and Driving Tips
32
Suggested Pre-Travel Check List
33
Trailer Equipment and Accessories
33
Chassis
35
Rear Suspension
36
Air Compressor
36
Low Air Pressure Light
36
Tag Axle
37
Air Bag Suspension Assembly
38
Air Line Schematic
39
Wiring Schematic - Air Suspension
41
Tag Axle Brakes
42
Tag Axle Electric Brake Assembly
43
Checking Electrical Brake System
44
To Check Complete Circuit
44
To Check Magnet
44
Checking Mechanical Brake Components
45
Wheel Bearing Maintenance
45
Armature Plate
46
Brake Drum
46
Brake Lining
47
Brake Adjustment
48
Brakes Troubleshooting
49
Grabby or Locking Brakes
49
Weak Breaks
49
No Brakes
50
Intermittent or Surging Brakes
50
Dragging Brakes
50
Front Suspension
51
Drive Shafts
51
Noisy Brakes
51
Auxiliary Heater
52
Water Heater
52
Fuel System
52
Tires
54
Tire Rotation Schedule
55
To Prevent Chain Damage to Your Vehicle
56
You Should Replace Your Tires When
57
Wheel Covers
58
Tire Rotation
58
Tire Changing
58
Inflation Pressures
59
Tire Rotation - Steel Wheels
60
Tire Rotation - Forged Aluminium Wheels
61
Alcoa Wheel Identification
62
Safety Precautions for Servicing Tubeless Motorhome Tires
62
Wheel Inspection
63
Tire Mounting and Inflation
63
Single Wheel Mounting
64
Dual Wheel Mounting
64
Valves
65
Steel Spares
65
Off Vehicle Inspection
65
Balancers and Sealers
65
Avoid Abuse
66
Cleaning and Maintenance against Corrosion
66
Cruise Control
67
Set Speed
67
Acceleration (Cruise Control)
67
Disengagement (Cruise Control)
67
Resume Speed
68
Installation Instructions (Electronic Speed Control)
69
Signal Generator
70
Electrical Check Procedure
71
Preliminary Operational Check
73
Road Test
73
For Regulator Adjustments
73
Low Speed Switch Adjustment
73
Centering Adjustment
74
Sensitivity Adjustment
74
Final Test
74
Troubleshooting Guide
75
Control Switch
76
Wiring Schematic
77
Speed Control Cable
79
Electric Step
80
Test Procedures
81
Camping
83
Smoke Detector
84
LP Gas Alarm
85
Overnight Stop
87
Overnight or Weekend Trips
87
Longer Trips
87
Winter Traveling
89
Extended Stay
91
Exterior
93
Window Operation
95
Sliding Windows
96
Screens
96
Radio Antenna
96
Main Door Latch
97
Dead Bolt Lock
97
Underbelly Storage Compartments
98
Access Door Lock Cylinder Removal/Replacement
98
Main Door Lock Cylinder Removal/Replacement
99
Interior
101
Pull out Table
101
Pedestal Table Operation
102
Dinette
102
Lounges
102
Cocktail Chairs
102
Fabric Cleaning
103
Cleanability Codes
103
Smoking Warning
104
Drapes
104
Front Wrap Around Drapes
104
Lounge Side Draperies, Roadside and Curbside
104
Shades
105
Carpet
105
Counter Areas
105
Bathroom
105
Shower Rod
106
Plumbing
107
LPG System
107
LPG Regulator
108
If You Smell Gas
109
LP Tank Installation
110
LPG Tank Removal/Replacement
110
Second Stage Regulator
111
Gas Regulator Removal/Replacement
111
LPG System Pressure Check
111
Copper Tube Flaring
112
Water System
113
City Water Supply
113
Hose Reel
114
Filling Water Storage Tank
114
Cleaning Water Storage Tank
114
Water Filter
115
Water Pump View
117
Switch and Check Valve Repair
118
Replacement of Micro Switch
118
Check Valve Problems
118
Water Pump Filter Disassembly
119
Properly Installed Water Pump will
119
Water Pump Troubleshooting
120
Pump Head Leaks
121
Pump Repair
121
Pump Lubrication
122
Pump Chamber Repair
122
Replace a Diaphragm
122
Insta-Hot Water Dispenser
123
Water Dispenser Handle Removal
125
Valve Stem Assembly Removal (Water Dispenser)
126
Recovery Time/Hot Water Delivery
127
Temperature Checking
127
Water Dispenser Troubleshooting
128
Water Hose Reel Assembly
131
Water Hose Reel Removal
132
Water Hose Reel Disassembly
132
City Water Inlet Check Valve Removal and Replacement
132
City Water Pressure Regulator Removal and Replacement
133
Water Tank Removal
133
Plastic Line Removal and Replacement
133
Moen Galley Faucet View
134
Moen Galley Faucet Disassembly and Assembly
135
Delta Galley Faucet View
137
Delta Galley Faucet Instructions
138
Moen Bath Faucets
139
Lavatory Faucet Removal and Replacement
139
Galley Faucet, Lavatory Faucet, Shower Mixing Valve Cartridge Removal
140
Shower Mixing Valve Assembly View
140
Shower Mixing Valve Removal and Replacement
140
Shower Mixing Valve and Telephone Shower Removal and Replacement
141
Delta Bath Faucet Internal Maintenance
142
Storage and Winterizing
145
Drain Valves
147
Drain and Waste System
150
Aqua Magic Toilet
151
Drain Systems Cleaning
152
Drain System Repair
152
Toilet Installation
152
Toilet Disassembly
153
Vacuum Breaker Assembly and Disassembly
154
Toilet Troubleshooting
155
Gate Valve Removal/Replacement
156
Termination Valve Assembly
157
Gate Valve Rebuilding
157
Gray Tank Removal, Center Bath
158
Black Tank Removal, Center Bath
158
Center Bath Models
159
Drain Line above Floor - Diagram
160
Drain Line below Floor - Diagram
161
Drain Lines above Floor
162
Electrical System
165
Engine Battery
165
Univolt Batteries
165
Battery Isolator
165
Main Battery Solenoid and "Kill" Switch
166
Interior 12 Volt
167
12 Volt Distribution Panel
168
Automotive 12 Volt System
168
Isolator
169
Airstream Automotive Circuit Breakers
170
Airstream 12 Volt Accessories
171
Miscellaneous 12 Volt Fuses
172
Interior Lights
173
Bath Exhaust Fan
174
Range Exhaust
175
Microswitch Removal/Replacement
175
Fan Motor Replacement
176
Range Exhaust Hood Assembly Removal/Replacement
176
Central Control Panel
177
Tank Capacities
177
Battery Condition Tester/Generator Switch
177
Control Panel Removal
177
Bulb Replacement
178
Tank Probes
178
Motorhome Control Panel Wiring Diagram
180
Digital Clock
181
TV Antenna
182
Interior 12 Volt Wiring Diagrams
183
Typical 12 Volt Exterior Wiring
186
Dash to Body Lights and Accessories
187
Windshield Wiper
188
Dash Instruments
189
Dash Bar Light
189
Dash Harness Light
190
Dash Switch Bar
191
Generator Switch Wiring
192
Power Door Lock
194
Remote Control Mirrors
195
Spot Light
196
110 Volt Power
199
Three Pronged Plug
199
Generator Operation
200
Selector Switch
200
Circuit Breakers
201
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
202
Locating Shorts and Opens
204
110 Volt City Power Cord Reel Assembly
205
Power Cord Reel Adjustment
206
Generator Switch-Over Relays (Main and Rear Air Conditioner Circuit)
207
Rotary Selector Switch, 110 Volt
208
110V Wiring Diagram
209
110 Volt Wiring Diagram
211
Appliances
215
Air Conditioner
215
Thermostats Operational Characteristics
217
Delta T Function
219
Electrical
220
Fan Motor Troubleshooting
221
Cooling Operation - Specifications
222
Switch Information
222
System and Fan Switch
223
Thermostat
223
Low Power Function
223
Low Power Conditions
224
Field Service Test Device
225
Electrical Chart (Cooling)
226
Compressor Troubleshooting
228
Heating Operation
229
Heating Capacity
229
Electrical Chart (Heating Operation)
230
Heating Element Troubleshooting
231
Exhaust Operation
231
Exhaust Motor Replacement
232
Exhaust Troubleshooting
233
Supply Wiring and Its Polarity
234
Circuit Chart
235
Solid State Control Wiring Diagram
236
Ladder Type Wiring Diagram
236
Furnace
237
Furnace Complete Shut-Down
239
Sequence of Furnace Normal Operation
239
Time Delay Fan Relay
240
Limit Switch
240
Air Switch
240
Air Shutter Adjustment
240
Blower Assembly/Burner
241
To Remove Furnace for Service
242
Thermostat Adjustment
242
Service Hints, Diagnosis and Corrective Measures
243
Complaint: no Heat
243
Excessive Noise (Furnace)
244
Erratic Fan Operation
244
Amperage Draw through Furnace with Thermostat "Off"
244
Direct Spark Ignition System
244
Furnace Troubleshooting
245
Furnace Wiring Diagram and Schematic
247
Heat Chamber Section Exploded View and Parts List
248
Blower Section Exploded View and Parts List
249
Control Box Section View and Parts List
250
Refrigerator
251
Delay for Gas Start up
253
Red Flashing Light
253
Food Storage Compartment
255
Frozen Food Storage Compartment
255
Ice Making
255
To Shut off the Refrigerator
255
Refrigerator Cleaning
256
Refrigerator Defrosting
256
The Thermocouple
256
Gas Equipment
257
Flue Top and Baffle
257
The Thermostat Knob (Inside the Cabinet)
257
Cartridge Heater
257
Periodic Maintenance
258
The Burner and the Burner Jet
258
The Electrode
258
The Refrigerator Does Not Freeze Satisfactorily
259
Odor from Fumes
260
To Remove and Replace the Refrigerator
260
Test of the Gas Safety Shut-Off
260
Parts Description - Refrigerator Control System/Cooling Unit
262
Parts Description - Refrigerator Door Assembly
264
Refrigerator Cabinet View
266
Wiring Diagrams - Tow Vehicle to Trailer
268
Range and Oven
269
Oven Safety Valve
271
Sequence of Oven Operation
271
Oven Troubleshooting
271
Pilot Adjustment
271
Oven Pilot Location Diagram
272
Range Top Exploded View and Parts List
273
Range and Oven Assembly Exploded View and Parts List
274
Microvawe/Convection Oven
276
Electronic Ignition - Principle of Operation
277
ECO Switch
278
Storage and Winterization Procedure for Water Heaters
278
Adjustment for Direct Ignition Water Heater
278
Air Shutter Positioning
278
Main Burner Adjustment
279
Electrode Positioning
279
Water Heater Troubleshooting
280
Electronic Ignition System Troubleshooting
281
Water Heater Exploded View and Parts List
284
Water Heater Wiring Schematic/Diagram
286
Water Heater Removal
286
Ice Maker
287
Ice Maker Trouble Diagnosis
288
Ice Maker - Questions and Answers
289
Ice Maker Assembly View
296
Ice Maker Parts Removal and Replacement
296
Ice Stripper Removal and Replacement
296
Fill Trough and Bearing Removal and Replacement
296
Ejector Blades
297
Front Cover (Ice Maker)
297
Mounting Plate (Ice Maker)
297
Motor
298
Water Valve Switch
298
Holding Switch
298
Shut-Off Switch
298
Mold Heater
299
Control (Thermostat)
299
Solenoid Water Valve
300
Timing Cam
300
Ice Maker Exploded View and Parts List
301
Specifications
303
Index
305
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