Airstream classic 2006 Owner's Manual page 64

PLUMBING
12. Remove the cartridge of the water purifier and leave the purifier valve in the open
position. (If so equipped.)
13. Remove the batteries from your trailer and store in a cool dry place where there is
no danger of freezing. It is very important for optimum life of a battery to check it
periodically and to keep it fully charged.
14. Remove any items (food, cosmetics, etc.) from trailer interior that might be
damaged by freezing - or might damage the trailer if containers break.
For additional winterizing protection add a non-toxic antifreeze (approved for drinking
water system) to the water lines using the following procedure.
1.Reconnect all lines except the hose to the pump inlet port. Close all drain valves.
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2* Turn by-pass valve to by-pass position. Access to the by-pass valves is in the
lavatory cabinet. If your trailer has rear twin beds valve access may be through the
exterior storage door just to the rear of the water heater.
3. Attach a length of hose to the pump inlet port. This piece of hose should be
long enough for the free end to be inserted into and reach the bottom of the
antifreeze container.
4. Dilute the antifreeze solution in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
5. Open all water faucets.
6. Insert hose length into the antifreeze container, turn the pump switch on, and run
the water pump until the antifreeze solution fills all water lines. Flush toilet. Work
hand shower spray while holding down in tub.
7. Shut off the pump and close all faucets.
8. Disconnect the hose length from pump inlet fitting and reconnect water system
inlet line.
*VALVES MAY BE ON SIDE OF WATER HEATER
To by-pass the water heater for winterizing, close valves A and C and open valve B
(See illustration). Valves may be on top or side of water heater.
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