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If and when new materials and production techniques are developed that can improve the quality of its product, or material substitutions are necessary due to availability, Airstream reserves the right to make such changes.
RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 1 INTRODUCTION The Owner’s Manual for your new Airstream Touring We have provided many important safety messages Coach is designed to respond to the most frequent in this manual. Always read and obey all safety inquiries regarding the operation, function, and care of messages.
Make sure to follow susceptible to the effects of off-gassing� all instructions and warnings in this manual as well as those in the specific owner’s manuals of the appliances and equipment� 2017 Interstate...
Amounts released recreational vehicle� In addition to causing damage decrease over time� to your recreational vehicle, tobacco smoke releases Your Airstream touring coach was manufactured using formaldehyde and other toxic chemicals� low formaldehyde-emitting (LFE) wood products, Medical Advice the use of which is typical in the recreation vehicle industry�...
Activation of your carbon monoxide (CO) alarm’s death by Carbon Monoxide poisoning. Replace By audible horn indicates the presence of CO that can Date is six (6) years from the date of manufacture. kill you. Leave the area immediately! 2017 Interstate...
Failure to test units used in RVs as described • Obstructions in or unconventional vent-pipe may remove your protection. designs which can amplify the above situations� 2� Extended use of un-vented fuel burning devices� 3� Temperature increase that can trap exhaust gases near the ground� 2017 Interstate...
8� DO NOT touch the generator when running, or immediately after shutting off� Heat from the generator can cause burns� Allow the generator to cool before attempting maintenance or service� 2017 Interstate...
However, if available power supplied described may remove your protection. to the unit is below the operating voltage of 8 VDC, the detector will not detect gas or provide protection against dangerous levels of LPG� 2017 Interstate...
Exterior for additional LPG warnings and safety information. WARNING DO NOT use cooking appliances for comfort heating. Cooking appliances need fresh air for safe operation. Before operation, open overhead vent or turn on exhaust fan and open window. 2017 Interstate...
Check with your local fire department for professional advice on its operation and use if you find the directions on the extinguisher unclear� They will be able and willing to assist you and your family� 2017 Interstate...
(1) within 10 days of your discovery (ii) ONLY those portions of a NEW motorhome not of a defect you notify Airstream OR an authorized excluded under the section “What is Not Covered”, dealership of the defect; AND (2) you deliver your when sold by an authorized dealership;...
Items such as curtains, upholstery, floor coverings, dealer, or may request that you bring your motorhome and window, door, and vent seals will show wear or to the Airstream factory in Jackson Center, Ohio for may even wear out within the 2-year warranty period, repairs�...
General Information Abuse WARNING Lack of customer care and/or improper maintenance will result in early failure for which Airstream cannot be Your Sprinter Van Operator’s and Warranty held responsible� Manuals contain important cautions and, warnings, and operational and warranty information on the Exposure Sprinter and its components.
1� Disconnect and stow electrical hookup cord� 2� Check exterior lighting� 3� Check torque of lug nuts� 4� Check tires for correct pressure� 5� Adjust vehicle mirrors� 6� Pull forward about 50 ft, test brakes, and check site for forgotten objects and cleanliness� 2017 Interstate...
When you stop for the night, your Airstream Touring Coach is built to be safely parked in any spot that is relatively level and where the ground is firm. Your facilities are with you�...
Damage or deterioration due to long-term occupancy may not be considered normal, and may under the terms of the warranty constitute misuse, abuse, or neglect, and may therefore reduce the warranty protection. 2017 Interstate...
Check sealants regularly, and reseal when necessary to avoid water leaks� Proper preventive maintenance to the touring coach and its accessories, as described both in this manual and in accompanying literature, will provide the best protection to the touring coach� 2017 Interstate...
Drain and winterize all models if the water systems 1� Lavatory Drain are not being used during winter traveling. Refer 2� Black Water Tank (Toilet) to Section 9 - Maintenance in this manual for winterizing instructions. 3� Galley Drain 4� Gray Water Tank 3-10 2017 Interstate...
For instance, with an outside temperature of zero degrees, and the wind velocity of 10 miles per hour, the equivalent chill temperature is -20°F� 7� Remember to remove and drain the exterior shower faucet to prevent freeze damage� 3-11 2017 Interstate...
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70” X 82” 70” X 82” Bed Size (Twin) 27” X 74” 27” X 74” Airstream Warranty 3 Years/36,000 Miles 3 Years/36,000 Miles Mercedes-Benz® Warranty 3 Years/36,000 Miles 3 Years/36,000 Miles Mercedes-Benz® Engine Warranty 5 Years/100,000 Miles 5 Years/100,000 Miles 2017 Interstate...
The Tire and Loading information tag lists the Size and Cold Inflation Pressure of the tires on your vehicle, the weight of your touring coach as manufactured, and the Tire Size with Maximum Inflation Pressure GVWR . Cold • LT 215/85 R16 - 61 psi 2017 Interstate...
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Floor Plans And Specifications NOTES 2017 Interstate...
Interior General Information and Cleaning WARNING The interior of each Airstream Touring Coach has been designed for comfort, convenience, durability, and Keep your furniture and family safe from fires appearance� How you use it and how you take care caused by careless smoking. Do not smoke when of it, naturally, depends on you�...
Interior Counter Area NOTE Your Airstream is equipped with Corian countertops ® The use of certain cleaning agents, including which can be cleaned with common household but not limited to powdered abrasives, solvents, cleaners� For most residues use warm soapy water or industrial strength cleaners and power washing an ammonia-based household cleaner;...
To sleep, stow the extension� The driver and passenger heated seats are provided WARNING by Sprinter, sent out to be recovered by Airstream to match the interior decor� Keep your furniture and family safe from fires The seat adjustment mechanism provided by Sprinter caused by careless smoking.
These presets could cause personal injury and/or death. are set at Airstream and shouldn’t need adjusted� The Exhaust Fans power remote is also programmed beforehand and should only need reprogrammed if a shade has been replaced�...
Always be sure power is tuned off and bulb or fixture is cool before removing. Take proper precautions for a broken bulb or fixture to prevent lacerations. Failure to heed these Warnings could cause fire, property damage, personal injury, or death. 2017 Interstate...
Drain and Waste System Toilet Your touring coach has a drain and waste system that The touring coach toilet in your Airstream is a design includes waste-holding tanks made from corrosion-free, that has been used for many years� molded plastic, with trouble-free dump valves�...
Faucet Cleaning and Care All that is needed to clean your faucet is a soft, damp Lavatory Faucet cloth� Airstream does not recommend the use of scour pads, cleansers, or chemicals� The abrasive nature of these substances could damage the faucet’s finish. A non-abrasive car wax will help to protect the finish.
(#11 fuse) 120-volt breakers� 7� Thermostat display: Fused to 5-amp breaker on side of furnace NOTE Most fuses will require a qualified technician to access and replace. Contact your dealer or Airstream Service Center. 5-10 2017 Interstate...
The potential of lethal electrical shock is present in this box. Inadvertent shorts at this box could result in damage and/or injury. All servicing of this box should be done by a qualified Service Technician. 5-11 2017 Interstate...
Airstream� There are four positions available for circuit corner of the Load Meter on the Display module will be lit� breakers� These may be single or dual units� Airstream uses both single and dual breakers as needed In addition, this ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM according to the options ordered on a unit�...
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LPG tank draw even when turned off but the power consumption level� This is set at the Airstream factory for the tank will be even greater if left on� on the Interstate Touring Coach and needs no further adjustment�...
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30-amps it will begin to shed loads and will shut off the Component owner’s manuals provided in the water heater� owner’s Packet before operating the touring coach. Observe all operating instructions and Warnings as well as all recommended maintenance schedules and procedures. 5-14 2017 Interstate...
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Interior 120-Volt Electrical System Converter The Airstream converter system enables you to use the City Power 12-volt lights and equipment whether operating on self- When your touring coach is hooked up to external AC contained battery power or hooked up to 120-volt city power, the converter system automatically charges power�...
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TEST button A� 2017 2018 2� Handle B should move to TRIP position, indicating that GFCI breaker has opened the circuit� 2019 3� To restore power move handle B to “OFF” and then 2020 to “ON“� 2021 5-16 2017 Interstate...
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The sliding cargo door must be closed Macerator pump switch during deployment� Awning will retract, but will not Macerator hose reel switch extend while the vehicle is running� Passengers Seat Pedestal Awing (awning accent lighting) Awning Control Chassis (undercarriage light) 5-17 2017 Interstate...
Winegard’s RoadStar™ omnidirectional antenna Airstream does not have the capability to access any provides excellent reception of VHF/UHF TV data contained within the profile at any time. Please channels�...
Interior Appliances TV Wall Plate Power Supply All appliances are delivered to Airstream, Inc�, with in- depth owner’s manuals� Those manuals are included in the delivery case supplied by your dealer� The manuals may contain Warnings, Cautions, and operating instruction that should be read and followed before operating the appliances�...
If they should become misplaced, new literature can be ordered The roof A/C used on Airstream Touring Coach’s directly from the manufacturer or your Airstream dealer� are one of the most popular on the market today� In The manufacturer also offers a detailed service guide your owner’s packet is a set of literature covering all...
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2� Select the desired temperature or comfort level on refer to your operating guide for contact information� the thermostat� The fan motor will now start and stop automatically as the interior temperature of coach exceeds or drops below the selected level� 5-21 2017 Interstate...
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(counterclockwise) yields a warmer setting� The OFF position is reached by turning hard counterclockwise past the click� The reference point is shown with an indicator sticker beside the knob� 5-22 2017 Interstate...
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3 failed ignition attempts, before the air is expelled� If this happens the red indicator light will come on� Turning the switch off for 30 seconds and then back on reinstates the ignition mode� 5-23 2017 Interstate...
Sprinter manual� The following additional information is with the proper training and equipment� Most polishes provided by Airstream to help you understand the finish and waxes are designed to clean and polish in one and its care� Following these instructions will provide application�...
“elbow grease�” Once again, after removing stubborn stains The body kit provided by Airstream is made from state- immediately rinse with clean water� of-the-art high impact plastic� The same material is...
NOTE remove all soap so it will not spot� Towel drying will help this as well� Use only power cords recommended by Airstream. Many campgrounds provide less than 30-amp service CAUTION and your hookup may blow their fuse or circuit breaker�...
LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP. The step will not extend with the opening of the sliding door when the engine is running. Check that the step is extended before leaving and entering vehicle. Failure to follow this warning could result in person injury. 2017 Interstate...
Black Tank Flush� 4� Exterior shower outlet can be used on the water pump or with the city water hookup after faucet/ 10� Body kit� valve/hose assembly is inserted� 2017 Interstate...
It is pre-wired and integrated wired into TV outlets on exterior of coach and into the Cable TV/Satellite TV system� There is inside unit at entertainment center cabinet� also an HDMI outlet� 3� LP tank remote fill and shutoff location. 2017 Interstate...
Black Tank Flush� 4� Exterior shower outlet can be used on the water pump or with the city water hookup after faucet/ 10� Body kit� valve/hose assembly is inserted� 2017 Interstate...
3� TV outlet and HDMI port provides reception for an wired into TV outlets on exterior of coach and exterior television� It is pre-wired and integrated inside unit at entertainment center cabinet� into the Cable TV/Satellite TV system� There is also an HDMI outlet� 2017 Interstate...
To lower the power screen, press the down button on the remote control once� To stop the power screen in the position that you want, press the button again� To bring the power screen back up press the up button on the remote control� 6-10 2017 Interstate...
Never use the awning with damaged fabric. NOTE Make sure the awning can be correctly retracted. Manual override cannot be used to extend the Damaged fabric does not allow the awning to awning. correctly retract. 6-11 2017 Interstate...
2� Push outer latch past the pin on both sides to release as shown below� 3� Pull straight down to remove cover� Once removed you can store this in one of the rear storage compartments� Reverse these instructions to reinstall� 6-12 2017 Interstate...
Cab door windows and Van as a touring coach; however, no information in the windshield Drive axle and hubs Airstream manual should be interpreted as advice or AM/FM radio antenna directions to disregard or void the warnings, cautions, Steering assembly, or other information contained in the Sprinter manuals�...
Label NOTE The TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION placard Please contact Airstream or Onan for a service supplies information on the size and the cold tire location if repairs are need for the generator. inflation pressure for the original equipment tires supplied with your vehicle�...
Break in the tires at moderate speeds for distance of Tire inflation pressure should always meet at least about 65 miles� the minimum guidelines for vehicle weight. 2017 Interstate...
Find a safe area to park your are found later with their seat belt intact� unit, and call a tire service center and supply them with the information in the Sprinter Manual if you have any doubts about changing a tire. 2017 Interstate...
Yoke w/pins threads� Winch Tire Yoke Airstream remounts the spare tire and installs the spare tire winch assembly on all units that do not have the optional air ride suspension� The spare tire is located under the rear of the touring coach against the bottom of the chassis floor structure .
Please contact your dealer or Airstream To store a spare tire reverse the removal instructions� Customer Service if you have any questions on the The winch tire yoke has two pins that align with the use of this equipment.
• Remove the jack and stow it in the vehicle tool kit� • Check the tire pressure� For tire pressures see the Sprinter Operator’s Manual� • Retighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench after a distance of approximately 30 miles� 2017 Interstate...
If not done, request an inspection and a determination of the steel cables in the sidewall of the tires may be possible damage. damaged and could lead to premature fatigue of the sidewall� 2017 Interstate...
(independent of the load, the memory buttons� in the longitudinal and lateral direction and relatively independent of centre gravity height) will automatically contribute to safer vehicle behavior and better comfort� 7-10 2017 Interstate...
To arrive at “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF permissible trailer weight to be towed� OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED” number, Airstream weighs the vehicle as Trailer Tongue Weight Rating (TWR) is the maximum finished and adds the weight of full tanks of LP and permissible weight of the trailer tongue�...
Just reducing your load by 10 gal of Check the Sprinter manual for all weights and tire water lets you carry an additional 83�50 lb of cargo� information placard location. 2017 Interstate...
If you are unsure if your child safety seat is fatal injuries. Never place an infant seat that faces compatible, look for the following LATCH logo. to the rear on the front passenger seat. Never place an unbelted infant seat on any seat while in transit. 2017 Interstate...
To assist in attaining good handling of the vehicle/trailer below carefully to assure safe trailer operation. Ask combination, it is important that the tongue weight your authorized Sprinter or Airstream dealer if you be maintained at approximately 10-15 percent of the require an explanation of information contained in loaded trailer weight, but not to exceed the hitch rating�...
You may also use these corners to practice from the tow vehicle� Please consider using a trailer backing and parking� sway control system� For further information, see your authorized Sprinter or Airstream dealer� 2017 Interstate...
Sudden maneuvers may lead to loss of temperature control to the maximum hot position. control over the vehicle-trailer combination. WARNING Never open a radiator cap when the tow vehicle is hot. Add coolant when the vehicle is cool. 2017 Interstate...
Their directions should always indicate to the driver the direction the rear of the trailer should go� A little practice in a parking lot with the person giving directions can save a lot of frustration when backing into a campsite� 2017 Interstate...
Observe all cautions and warnings in the Sprinter Operator’s Manual before towing your touring coach. NOTE Do not tow the vehicle if the key cannot be turned in the ignition lock. 2017 Interstate...
Safety Check List Interior Check List (Before Driving) 1� It is important that all doors be completely closed Your Airstream Touring Coach should be given a and locked during travel� thorough safety check before a trip� Regular use of the following list will provide safe operation of your 2�...
Change oil thereafter every 100-150 hours� To break in the Onan generator run the generator at 50 percent load for two hours, then at 75 percent load for two hours� Refer to the Onan’s manual for more details� 2017 Interstate...
Maintenance Suggested Maintenance and Replacement Parts (Part numbers listed are Airstream part numbers and can be ordered by calling a certified Airstream dealer.) WARNING Always replace the bulb or light fixture with the correct bulb for that light or matching fixture. Failure to heed this warning could cause fire, property damage, personal injury, or death.
Maintenance Exterior Care Replacement Rivets The following exterior care products are recommended Interior by Airstream� Read and follow label directions� Exterior Part Number 330127-03 330149 sealant should be checked and resealed once a year� Rivet Name AD43ABS ADS46ABSR Walbernize Super Seal (PN - 28433W) - Use to clean...
2/32 in� remaining tread depth� 7� Park out of the sun whenever possible when in warm climates� In desert regions, use tire covers to prevent ultra violet light deterioration to tires� 2017 Interstate...
Battery (Maintenance Free) Battery Cleaning Battery maintenance is an important issue� Maintain a Your Airstream Touring Coach is factory-equipped with clean battery top and check terminals and cables for a 12V, deep cycle AGM GPL-24T Lifeline battery� tightness and cleanliness� A dirty battery will dissipate Battery Amp Draw and Testing its charge through surface contamination�...
Always shut off the LPG gas when refueling the immediately and call on a qualified LPG service touring coach. center or Airstream Service Center. CAUTION Moisture in the LPG tank will cause a malfunction of the regulator in controlling proper pressure.
Maintenance LPG Regulator To Operate the System with the Water Pump The LPG regulators used on Airstream Touring Coach’s Fill the water tank by opening the exterior gravity are designed for low-pressure service, with a normal feed water fill door. A high-pressure RV/Marine FDA outlet pressure setting of 11�5-in�...
RVIA ANSI A 119.2 and the U.S. Public Health are removed� Service. CAUTION Failure to check the quick disconnect fitting for water leaks when reinstalling inlet and outlet hoses or the water pump strainer may cause the pump system to leak, causing damage to personal property. 2017 Interstate...
A rubber ring is also provided Pump to lodge into a non-threaded inlet� If the rubber ring seems loose when used, Airstream recommends using Toilet some type of weight to further secure the hose� Holding Tank...
“retract” position� Be sure to guide the hose onto the reel evenly� Close the compartment door� NOTE Watch all connections while dumping. Close dump valve immediately, turn off pump, and close hose drip-proof valve if a leak is noticed. 9-12 2017 Interstate...
Twice a year, or after a long storage period, we with water with the black tank flush, and then drive suggest you take your unit into your Airstream dealer the touring coach for a few miles� Don’t wait until the for a check-up and cleaning of the gas-operated tank is packed solid�...
Leave a note 8� Disconnect the hose length from the pump inlet on the water pump switch that the plumbing is not fitting, and reconnect water system inlet line. connected� 9-14 2017 Interstate...
Restoring Service 1� Re-install the fully charged house battery� The RV toilet in your Airstream is a design that has been used for many years. To flush, press down on the 2� Close the low point drain valves, holding tank...
NOTE 3� Remove mounting nuts� Never use automotive type antifreeze. 4� Cover riser or tank inlet with cardboard to prevent debris from falling into tank� NOTE Always replace flange seal when toilet has been removed. 9-16 2017 Interstate...
Maintenance Audio/Video Standard Parts List ALL MODELS W/ REAR TV LOUNGE GRAND TOUR GRAND TOUR MODELS STD: LOUNGE ADDITIONAL ON THESE MODELS ONLY w/ FRONT TV: LOUNGE, TWIN PLUS 9-28 2017 Interstate...
A manual on the use of the solar system is included All wires are located, depending on the model, under with the Airstream Owner’s Packet� Please read and the roadside jumper seat or the roadside twin bed� To understand all information before operating the system�...
Turning the corner or stopping quickly while oil is low can cause this to happen� Answer: No, your Airstream is equipped with a built in regulator rated for 65 psi� 4. What size batteries are in my Airstream Interstate? 2.
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Do this a couple times until the tank is clear� (Do not run macerator pump if tank is 1. I am planning for a trip in my Airstream. How empty�) should I get the refrigerator cooled down? 6.