General Information And Operation; General Information And Operation; Step; Main Door - Airstream Basecamp 2020 Owner's Manual

General Information and Operation

Step

To operate the step, lift up on the front of the step and
pull straight out until step locks into place�
CAUTION
Once the steps are lowered, press down on them to
make sure they are secure in their notches. Never
travel with the step lowered or extended.

Main Door

The main door of the trailer is manufactured with a
built-in, keyed dead bolt and door lock� The door lock
is engaged from the outside by use of a key� The dead
bolt is engaged from the inside by turning the red knob
or from the outside by a key�
A main door hold-back is mounted on the trailer's
exterior side skin� The hold-back secures the door to
the side of the trailer� When opening the door, latch the
hook into the eyelet on the door� To release the door,
unlatch the hold-back hook�
For lubrication and out-of-adjustment issues, refer to
Section 8 - Maintenance�
CAUTION
When towing, both locks must be secured. The
constant vibration of travel may cause the door to
open resulting in possible damage.

Screen Door

The screen door is secured to the threshold of the main
door and can be operated independently by sliding
and latching it via a magnet catch� This innovated door
takes a fresh approach to maximizing fresh air and
your view while offering a smooth and steady screen
operation�

Rear Door and Screen

The rear door provides easy access to the rear, as
well as, allowing for storage of larger items such as
canoes or bicycles� A removable screen door has
been provided that easily snaps to the door frame� The
screen door can be unsnapped at the sides and rolled
up for entry or completely removed and stored when
not in use�
2020 Basecamp

Front End Protection

The front end of the trailer exterior shell is equipped
with a 3-M film protective covering the lower corner
wraps. The 3-M film provides added protection on the
shell from road damage�

Window Stone Guards

Stone guards may be provided for added protection
on the front windows� To open the guard, unhook the
two rubber T-handles on the bottom of the guard, raise
the stone guard to the desired height, and tighten
the thumb screws on each support arm� Be sure to
lower and fasten the guard when high winds may be
approaching and before travel�

Wrap Protectors

The front end of the trailer exterior shell may be
equipped with stainless steel protectors covering the
lower corner wraps� The protectors provide added
protection from road damage� The protectors can
be moved out of the way for cleaning the shell by
unbolting and swinging the protectors forward on the
hinge�

Visor

The Basecamp can be equipped with a removable
visor designed for sun and light rain protection over
the door and curbside� The visor's primary function is
sun protection, therefore, it should be removed during
heavy rain, wind, or snow� To prevent water buildup
during a light rain adjust the rear pole lower and front
pole higher to help shed water towards the aft of the
trailer� Complete instructions for the visor has been
provided with your owner's packet�
When not in use the visor and poles can be folded
up and stored in the provided bag below the curbside
dinette seat�
CAUTION
The effects of wind and rain on the visor are
unpredictable. Severe damage to the trailer and/or
visor may result. Please remove the visor in heavy
wind or rain.
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