Airstream 2017 Interstate Owner's Manual page 122

Maintenance
5. How do I use my Black Water tank flush?
Answer: First, empty your Black Water tank, and then
close your Black Water tank valve� Hook up your hose
to the external hookup, run water through for a couple
minutes, and then open the valve� Turn macerator
pump on to empty the tank� Do this a couple times until
the tank is clear� (Do not run macerator pump if tank is
empty�)
6. My Gray Water valve will not open while I have
the Black Water valve open.
Answer: True, you can only have one valve open at a
time�
Audio-Video
1. My TV reception is poor. What can I check?
Answer: Verify if your antenna booster is set to proper
selection (On- for antenna and Off- for cable satellite)�
You should also make sure connections are tight on
your TV�
2. Will my TVs and Blu-Ray player operate while
traveling down the highway?
Answer: Yes, if you have your inverter turned on, the
front and rear TVs will operate�
3. Will the rear TV at the lounge play through the
head phone jacks?
Answer: No, only the front TV will play through the
jacks if the speaker switch is turned off behind it�
4. Does the TV play through the Fusion dash
stereo?
Answer: No, the TV's audio is not connected to the
dash radio�
Chassis
1. Where is my spare tire located and how do I
lower it?
Answer: The spare tire is located under the rear of
the Interstate� The crank access is in the rear storage
compartment under the lounge� The wrench and socket
are located in the Mercedes tool kit at passenger area�
2. How do I jack the Interstate up to change a tire?
Answer: Please refer to the Mercedes owner's manual�
9-32
3. Where can I find my Interstate's serial number?
Answer: A label is attached on the roadside D B-pillar
or the passenger's door� This label will also provide the
inflation pressure of the tires and weight specifications.
Appliances
1. I am planning for a trip in my Airstream. How
should I get the refrigerator cooled down?
Answer: Turn the power on and set the thermostat
between 3 and 4� You can make further adjustments
to suit your personal requirements after the box has
cooled down� Allow the refrigerator to come down to
temperature before loading with product� Setting the
thermostat to a higher setting, e�g� 7, will not decrease
the time required for the unit to cool down to its normal
operating temperature� AC/DC units cool at the same
rate on DC as on AC� Normal refrigerator operating
temperatures are 34ºF to 40ºF�
2. My air conditioner freezes up. What is the
problem?
Answer: In high humidity conditions, Dometic
recommends you operate your AC (manual mode) on
the high fan setting and all vents should be open to
have maximum air flow over the coils; this helps reduce
icing. Also, dirty AC filters can restrict air flow and
cause the AC to ice up�
Maintenance
1. Can I have my awning out with heavy winds?
Answer: No this may cause damage if it is too windy�
However, the awning does have a built in sensor that
will automatically retract the awning�
2. I want to clean the exterior of my Airstream.
What do you suggest?
Answer: Airstream recommends washing the Interstate
using a mild, auto detergent, safe for clear coated
surfaces� Airstream recommends washing based on
operating conditions, and waxing a minimum of twice
a year. Any automotive wax designed specifically
for clear coated surfaces will provides good wax
protection�
2017 Interstate