Airstream 1980 Argosy Owner's Manual page 73

Your filters provide a vital function to proper
operation of your air conditioning system. If the
filters are not cleaned at regular intervals, they
become partially plugged with lint, dirt, grease,
etc. Then it will be possible to severely damage
the operating components of your air
conditioner.
We recommend that you remove the filters and
clean them at least every two weeks that the
ur~it is in operation. The filters can be easily
cleaned with soap and water and rinsed clean,
or by using a garden hose to remove the
contamination. Dry the filter carefully and
reinstall in the air conditioner.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate your air
conditioner for extended periods of time
without the filters installed.
If replacement filters are necessary, the filters
can be purchased from Airstream/Argosy
Certified Service Centers. You should carry
spare filters at all times for installation in the
ceiling shroud, if your old filters become torn or
deteriorate from the effect of smog, aerosol
sprays, etc.
Electrical problems
Note: All electrical work and/or inspection
should be performed only by qualified service
personnel. Contact your nearest
Airstream/Argosy Certified Service Center if
electrical problems arise.
Check Points For Service Person:
Failure to start or failure to cool air are
sometimes problems with air conditioning units.
The Coleman RV air conditioner is designed to
operate on 1 15 volt electrical power. If the
compressor on you unit fails to start, check
with your Airstream/Argosy Service Center to
determine that the proper sized extension cord
is being used for the distance covered from the
utility outlet to your trailer. The required
minimum wire size is # 12 AWG for lenghts up
to 25 feet (larger size if longer).
If your unit continues to trip off the circuit
breaker, have an electrician check the starting
amperage and running amperage on the unit.
The amperage figures for your particular unit by
model number are shown in the specification
table at the front of this booklet. If the circuit
breaker trip off continues, and the electrical
consumption is normal, it will require
replacement of the faulty circuit breaker.
If all electrical power to the air conditioner is
normal but neither the fan or compressor run,
the electrical'plug on the back of the selector
switch junction box should be checked for a
secure connection.
On the heating-cooling air conditioner models,
if all electrical power to the unit is normal and
the fan runs but you never get any heated air,
then the electrical plug to the heating unit
should be checked for a secure connection. If
this does not correct the malfunction, the
heating thermostat or limit switch may be
faulty.
CAUTION: SHOCK HAZARD, Do not
service while unit is running. Disconnect
power to unit.
Lubrication
The blower drive motor on some units may
include oiling cups at the top. There is no
requirement to oil these journals under normal
operating conditions. However, if you desire to
lubricate your unit, use only SAE 20 non-
detergent type oil. Do not over oil; three to four
drops in each oil hole once a year is sufficient.
Stainless steel sinks cannot be harmed by
boiling water. However, salt, mustard,
mayonnaise and ketchup can cause pitting.
Stubborn stains will yield to paste made of
water and slighlly abrasive household cleaner.
Be sure to work in the direction of the polish-
lines on the steel, to keep the original finish.
Fingerprints are sometimes a problem. They
can be mir~imized by applying a cleaner that
leaves a film of thin wax: simply wipe it on and
remove the excess with a dry cloth. After this,
fingerprints can be wiped off with a soft dry
cloth, or one moistened with a little wax
cleaner. The surface should always be washed
before wax is applied. Regular cleaning will
prevent build-up of scale and film. Ordinary
soaps or detergents are best for routine
cleaning of the stainless steel sinks. Rinse
thoroughly with warm water and wipe dry with
a cloth to avoid streaks and spots.
For further information on galley equipment
refer to page 7 1 for the refrigerator and page
77
for the range and oven.