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Section 1 Section 1 INTRODUCTION 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.
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Introduction NOTES NOTES 2024 Tommy Bahama Interstate 19...
Mold decrease over time� Mold and mold spores exist throughout indoor and Your Airstream touring coach was manufactured using outdoor environments� There is no practical way low formaldehyde-emitting (LFE) wood products, to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor the use of which is typical in the recreation vehicle environment;...
Monoxide Detector are a reprint of the manual included for symptoms to occur when the touring coach is with the device and provided to you in the Airstream not properly ventilated� Ventilation is an essential owner’s packet�...
Safety Batteries Low This Carbon Monoxide Detector Is Not The Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detector will “chirp” • Designed to detect any gas other than Carbon once a minute for at least 30 days when the batteries Monoxide� are weak� The battery must immediately be replaced •...
Safety What Is Carbon Monoxide Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas that • Mild Exposure - Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, is released when fuels are burned� It is invisible, has fatigue (flu-like symptoms). no smell, and is therefore very difficult to detect with •...
Use replacement batteries as indicated in the manual operate without batteries. included with the device and provided to you in the Airstream owner’s packet� The unit may not operate WARNING properly with other batteries� Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not provide a constant charge�...
Safety Diesel Exhaust Fire Extinguisher Engine and Heating and Hot Water System Safety The touring coach engine and diesel powered function of the heating/hot water system run on diesel fuel and expel exhaust fumes externally� To avoid unsafe conditions or exposure to fumes and safely run the engine and hydronic system: 1�...
Safety Emergency Exit There are three avenues of escape from the touring coach in the event of an emergency, the driver’s door, the passenger door, and the rear doors� As always, safety should be one of your top priorities� Make sure you and everyone traveling with you can operate these doors and exit rapidly without light�...
There is “Defect” means the failure of the workmanship no warranty of any nature made by Airstream beyond performed and/or materials used to conform with the that contained in this limited warranty� No person has...
MUST motorhome purchased by, registered by, or titled in notify your dealer OR Airstream within 10 days of the name of a business association (such as any the date of purchase to have damage repaired at no LLC, corporation, or partnership).
Events That Discharge Airstream’s Obligations Lack of customer care and/or improper maintenance Under This Limited Warranty will result in early failure for which Airstream cannot be Misuse or neglect, accidents, unauthorized alteration, held responsible� failure to provide reasonable and necessary Exposure maintenance (see Owner’s Manual), damage caused...
Airstream manual should be Occasionally, dealerships change, or new dealers are interpreted as advice or directions to disregard or void added that may not appear on the website immediately�...
National Highway Traffic 3� Close all interior cabinet doors� Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying Airstream, Inc� 4� Latch refrigerator door. (Seal containers first.) If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an 5� Latch microwave�...
Booklets are available that list these facilities� 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�...
General Information Effects of Prolonged Occupancy To avoid condensation problems, try to follow these tips to help alleviate excess moisture: Your touring coach was designed primarily for • Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when recreational use and short-term occupancy� If you bathing, washing dishes, hair drying, laundering, and expect to occupy the touring coach for an extended using appliances�...
General Information About Molds Waste Water System The main parts of the waste water system are the toilet, What are molds holding tanks, and tank dump valves; see Drain and Molds are microscopic organisms that naturally Waste System on page 9-8�...
General Information Drain System Winter Traveling Traveling in sub-freezing temperatures will require certain precautions to protect the plumbing system and your personal belongings from being damaged by freezing� While traveling, simply use your common sense� How cold is it? How long will it be before you can turn the heat back on? Is the temperature dropping or rising? Remember, when driving at 50 MPH, the wind chill factor will cause the interior of the touring coach to cool...
General Information Heated Tanks Screen images may vary slightly with continuous improvements/firmware updates The touring coach has 12-volt heat pads installed with the fresh and gray water tanks to help prevent freezing� The tank pads are controlled by the Multiplex control panels�...
Floor Plans And Specifications Specifications Information Specification Tags The Unit Base Weight (UBW) and Occupant Cargo For precise cargo capacity, refer to the Cargo-Carrying Carrying Capacity (OCCC) weights listed in the Capacity tag on the inside of the door. The WEIGHT Specification Chart are for the base unit with batteries OF CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED numbers included�...
General Information and Cleaning Aluminum Interior Roof Skin The metal interior skin on the ceiling is coated with The interior of each Airstream Touring Coach has been a baked-on acrylic coating� Use soft rags or wash designed for comfort, convenience, durability, and mitts always moving lengthwise with the grain of appearance�...
Choose Applying wax to the base of the shower floor is a natural fiber mat. Mats provided by Airstream are not recommended, as this could create an unsafe intended for use outside of the travel trailer� Rubber surface.
Interior Toilet Faucets The toilet in your Airstream is a design that has been Lavatory Faucet used for many years� To flush, press the foot pedal, holding the pedal down until all solids have cleared� To add water into the bowl, press the pedal down halfway�...
Side Ottomans are not to be used as seating while The driver and passenger seats are provided by in motion as there are no seat belts available. Sprinter, sent out to be recovered by Airstream to NOTE match the interior decor�...
Interior Rear Lounge/Bed Table System The rear sofa and side ottomans can be converted into The touring coach is equipped with a removable table a sleeping area by first pulling off the detachable back which is stored behind the driver’s seat� To remove rests on the Ottomans and ensuring table is stowed�...
They will retain their pre-set limit stops even if the blind is pulled down manually by mistake� These presets are set at Airstream and shouldn’t need adjusted� The power remote is also programmed beforehand and should only need reprogrammed if a blind has been replaced�...
All outlets/receptacles on your Touring Coach are provide circuit protection for all 120 VAC loads� GFCI protected� The GFCI breaker provides reliable Airstream has installed breakers per RVIA (NEC) listing overload and short-circuit protection� GFCI breakers requirements for the touring coach�...
The wiring is protected by to access and replace. Contact your dealer or circuit breakers when connected to external AC power� Airstream Service Center. The circuit breaker panel for the 120 volt system is inside the Power Center;...
58 volt direct current (DC) to 12 volt DC to power 12 volt devices� The majority of electrical power in your Airstream is 12 volt: lights, awning, electronics, shades, and more; everything except the roof A/C, heating and hot water...
Interior Electrical System Operation Solar System The rooftop solar panels installed on your Airstream Power System Overview help maintain battery charge� The solar system’s solar Your touring coach has a powerful 12,000 watt-hour charge controller gathers energy from the individual (12 kilowatt-hour) lithium-ion 58 volt battery pack (Flex solar panels and stores it in your battery�...
Interior Volta Flex System Components DC-DC Converter Converts the battery’s voltage from 58 volt direct Flex Pack current (DC) to 12 volt DC to power 12 volt devices like The Flex Pack is the source of house energy for your LED lights, electronics, and the refrigerator�...
Interior Volta Flex System Component Functions Turning OFF the Volta Power System Press the ON/OFF pushbutton to turn the system OFF� When camping off-grid: The 3,200 watt pure sine When pressed, a few seconds will pass before the inverter turns battery power into 120 Volt AC power pushbutton LED turns off and the touchscreen shuts to run appliances and outlets/receptacles�...
Interior System Indicators: Shown in the upper right and Home Screen left corners of the Home Screen, these indicators communicate the following information: Flex Pack (House Battery) is ready for charging from alternator, or is currently charging from alternator Flex Pack Temperature Low Flex Pack is too cold to charge Heating Pads On�...
10A� In this situation, your total draw would be 25A resulting in a tripped breaker at your home’s breaker panel� Airstream recommends having a dedicated circuit to prevent interference� Charging Guidance: Volta takes the guesswork out of setting up a shoreline connection to charge�...
Interior The MyVolta app is free to download on iPhone from With the large capacity battery and the ability to the app store and other devices from the Google Play charge it simply by driving, your runtime can easily be store�...
5� Fully charge the system as soon as possible� To Recover using Alternator Power: Charging via Secondary Alternator Your Airstream comes standard with a powerful 58 1� Turn ON the Battery Power Pushbutton switch volt secondary alternator that can charge the house (battery disconnect);...
Interior Reasons the System will not Charge High Temperature Operation There may be several reasons why the Volta System The Flex Pack is designed with passive cooling� The isn’t charging, even while connected via shoreline: BMS shuts down the Flex Pack or prevents charging at elevated temperatures to allow the Flex Pack to cool�...
Interior Multiplex System Multiplex Home Screen/Monitor Panel The Firefly Multiplex System provides advanced automation and mobile electrical solutions for your touring coach. Firefly is a multiplex network system that combines multiple signals across a media to reduce wires and simplify end-user control� The system combines all desired functions and controls of the touring coach into a simple touchscreen interface that allows you to control many systems�...
Master On will not respond� Hold the Light Master ON to resolve� NOTE Since your Airstream has LED lighting, there are no lights to change. If an LED light stops functioning, it will require service or replacement. Screen images may vary slightly with continuous...
(may require an adapter)� Devices can be powered using the nearby outlet� Streaming devices The following sections provide only quick start require internet access; see Airstream Connected on instructions and are subject to change with new the next page�...
Antenna Pre-Wiring Airstream Connected RV Antenna Pre-Wire Roof Mounted Satellite Your Airstream is pre-wired with a Connected The touring coach is pre-wired with a coax cable for a RV high gain, multi-band antenna� This roof mounted satellite antenna� One end of the cable...
If high temperatures are expected, make an effort to park in a shaded area� Starting the A/C early in All appliances are delivered to Airstream, Inc�, with in- the morning also helps. It is more efficient to hold depth owner’s manuals� Those manuals are included in a comfortable temperature than it is to lower the the delivery case supplied by your dealer�...
Interior Ceiling Vent Fan Cleaning Instructions 1� Turn fan motor off� 2� Remove screws around perimeter of screen insert only� 3� Clean screen with soap and water solution, dab dry with a soft cloth, and reinstall� CAUTION The high-volume roof vent system is designed to This product has been manufactured using prime quickly exhaust stale, hot air and draw in fresh air�...
Interior Exhaust Vent Furnace and Water Heater Operation The diesel/electric combination furnace/water heater is controlled using the Truma Combi Control Panel The bath exhaust vent (shown above) removes (shown next page)� Since the Truma system operates moisture from the air when using the shower� To on diesel fuel from the Sprinter’s fuel tank, it will operate, you first need to open the vent.
DO NOT run the fuel fired heating/hot water system service location recommended by the furnace function in an enclosed building or a partly enclosed manufacturer or your Airstream dealer. area such as a garage where exhaust fumes can accumulate and create unsafe conditions�...
Interior Microwave Refer to the Certified Performance Checkout sheet, included in your owner’s packet, for manufacturer, model, and serial number information� Refrigerator Review all refrigerator literature supplied in your owner’s packet or stored in the refrigerator prior to operating it� Operation The refrigerator is all-electric and features a strong 12-volt compressor, which results in a powerful cooling...
Sprinter manual� The following additional information is application� provided by Airstream to help you understand the finish A hand-applied polish or wax will offer outstanding and its care� Following these instructions will provide performance and protect the touring coach finish.
This may not dissolve the road tar, but will loosen tar and The body kit provided by Airstream is made from state- bugs stains and remove them from the surface� Do not of-the-art high impact plastic�...
Switches for the dump valves, macerator to the internet by creating a local area network� pump, and macerator pump high-pressure Router required (sold separately); see Airstream hose reel; see Emptying the Black and Gray Connected RV Antenna Pre-Wire on page 5-23�...
Exterior Curbside Exterior Components NOTE Sections 6 and 9 contain additional information about these components. Mid-production changes may affect the exact location of the features shown above. 1� Power Boosted Omni-Directional TV Antenna; is wired into TV outlets on exterior of coach and inside unit at entertainment center cabinet;...
It may take For replacement of a damaged window, contact an some time before all the air is expelled and a steady Airstream Service Center� flow of water occurs. Once a steady flow is achieved at Gravity Water Fill one faucet, the others should be opened long enough to expel the air in the lines going to them�...
SmartPlug Inlet to retract completely� This buzzer is controlled by a 10- amp fuse� Your Airstream is equipped with a SmartPlug power inlet located on the roadside exterior� Prior An undercarriage light, extending from wheel to wheel, to establishing a connection, review the SmartPlug has been added for your convenience�...
Do NOT use panels that have a solar controller/ leads reversed internally� A reverse polarity condition regulator� The system has a controller; a second is unsafe, and it can damage an Airstream’s electrical controller will negatively affect the system� components�...
The awning manufacturer’s manual can be retract the awning and secure as for travel. found in your Airstream owner’s packet or by The effects of wind and rain on any awning are scanning this QR code and navigating to the unpredictable.
Exterior Care and Maintenance CAUTION 1� PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Like any other part Check that the screen door is open before closing of the touring coach, an owner should periodically the exterior door. Failure to follow this caution inspect the awning� The following items should be could result in damage to the screen door.
Exterior Hitch Cover How To Remove The Hitch Cover Before Removal 2� Rotate each wing nut 1/4 turn, pull down and remove� 3� Pull straight down to remove cover� Once removed you can store this in one of the rear storage After Removal compartments�...
Sprinter Van Mercedes me Connect App The Airstream Interstate 19 Touring Coach is integrated into a Sprinter Van designed and manufactured by Access your vehicle from anywhere and Mercedes-Benz� Operation of the Sprinter, its engine, experience all the benefits of ownership with power train, and other related components are Mercedes me connect�...
Some features listed may not be available on your Drivers and Passengers Seats and Restraint touring coach. Systems Sprinter provides the swivel pedestals and Airstream provides the seat decorative skirting and recovers the front seats to match the surrounding decor� Airstream Components - Serviced by Airstream Authorized Service Centers or Airstream suppliers.
A MOTORHOME TIRE SAFETY ADDENDUM is lower tire pressure in their search for a smoother included with your Airstream owner’s packet� Please ride. This is not only dangerous, it is relatively take the time to read, understand, and follow the ineffective, and the difference in ride quality is information contained in the booklet�...
Sprinter Van • It may be necessary to inflate your tires at a truck stop or truck service center in order to achieve WARNING adequate air pressure for your coach’s needs Always replace wheel nuts that are damaged • Only permanent air seal metal valve caps should be or rusted.
Sprinter Van Changing A Tire Flat Tire If you get a flat tire while driving, gradually decrease (Partially excerpted from the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly Van Operator’s Manual) move to a safe place on the side of the road� The After changing a wheel, the wheel nuts must be pressure of the spare wheel (sold separately) should tightened once the vehicle has been driven for about...
Sprinter Van Jack Procedure • Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery Read, understand, and follow the Mercedes-Benz surface� Sprinter Operator’s manual instructions, cautions, and warnings for changing a wheel and jack point locations� • Switch on the hazard warning flasher switch, apply the parking brake, and place the transmission •...
Sprinter Van Installing and Removing A Wheel WARNING • Loosen the wheel nuts� Only certain tires meeting the tire size/load/speed • Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the index ratings contained in the Tire Pressure Tables, ground�...
Sprinter Van Tire Rotation Correct Front and rear tires perform different jobs and can wear differently depending on the types of roads driven, driving habits, etc� To obtain the longest tire life, you should inspect and rotate your tires regularly� Many automotive dealers and tire dealers will perform Tire Foot Print a free tire inspection to look for uneven or abnormal tire...
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Sprinter Van NOTES NOTES 7-10 2024 Tommy Bahama Interstate 19...
Trailer Tongue Weight Rating (TWR) is the maximum OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER permissible weight of the trailer tongue� This counts as EXCEED” number, Airstream weighs the vehicle cargo when loading a touring coach� as finished and adds the weight fuel. That number...
Ask your authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or The rear sofa buckles are secured by inserting the Airstream dealer if you require an explanation of male end into the female buckle until the buckles are information contained in the manuals.
Check the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter manual for all from the tow vehicle� Please consider using a trailer weights and tire information placard locations. sway control system� For further information, see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or Airstream dealer� 2024 Tommy Bahama Interstate 19...
While it is possible to tow a boat with your touring There are many different laws, including speed limit coach, Airstream does not recommend it� If you plan to restrictions, having to do with trailer towing� Make sure pull and launch a boat, use caution when backing down...
Driving and use the engine’s braking effect. Avoid riding will need longer to accelerate� You must also allow for the length of the trailer when returning to the right hand the brakes, thus overheating the vehicle and trailer lane� On a two-lane road cars may be lining up behind brakes.
Driving Backing Up Camera Monitoring System (360°) In BACKING UP the important thing to remember Central to the dashboard is an LCD monitor that is to DO EVERYTHING SLOWLY and to correct displays a 360° live video feed from cameras that are immediately if you see the trailer turning the wrong located on all four sides of the Interstate’s exterior�...
Parking Your Touring Coach To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to Your Airstream Touring Coach should be given a the vehicle power train as a result of vehicle/trailer thorough safety check before a trip� Regular use of...
Driving Interior Check List (Before Driving) 1� It is important that all doors be completely closed and locked during travel� 2� Turn off water pump and close all faucets� 3� Check that refrigerator door is closed and latched if equipped� 4�...
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule WARNING Failure to maintain your touring coach can cause premature and unexpected parts breakage and/or erratic operation that may be hazardous. NOTE See appliance manufacturer’s literature for further information. Every 1,000 miles or 60 days Smoke and CO Test and replace battery as Detector required�...
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...
Maintenance Tire Care Tire Inspection and Storage Before taking your touring coach on a trip or when The most important function of tires is to provide removing it from an extended storage period, make traction while moving and grip when steering or it a practice to inspect the overall condition of your stopping�...
Maintenance Plumbing NOTE To prevent equipment damage, the water heater Water System (Self-Contained) should only be started after the water system is The fresh water system consists of a city water primed and ready for use. hookup, fresh water tank gravity fill, fresh water tank NOTE and drain valve, water pump, hot and cold water lines, water heater, fresh water line low point drain valves,...
Maintenance Sanitizing Cleaning the Strainer Potable water systems require periodic maintenance to deliver a consistent flow of fresh water. Depending on use and the environment the system is subject to, sanitizing is recommended prior to storing and before using the water system after a period of storage� Systems with new components, or ones that have been subjected to contamination should also be disinfected as follows:...
A rubber ring is also provided a dump station� to lodge into a non-threaded inlet� If the rubber ring seems loose when used, Airstream recommends using Almost all campgrounds will have dumping facilities� some type of weight to further secure the hose�...
Maintenance Emptying the Black and Gray Water Holding Tanks Macerator Impeller Release Feature Impeller Release Feature After long periods of non-use, a stuck impeller can 1� Remove the high pressure waste hose by opening the hose reel compartment door and momentarily be easily broken loose with a screwdriver inserted in the motor shaft slot�...
Maintenance Winterizing and Storage Extended Stays When you are in a park with a disposal facility, empty When storing your touring coach, use the same the tanks every few days or whenever they become precautions as you would in your own home in regard almost full�...
Maintenance Instructions for Winterization WARNING 1� Level the touring coach from side to side and from front to rear� The water pump is mounted near wiring and electrical components. Exercise caution to avoid 2� Turn the water pump OFF and disconnect the city electric shock or inadvertently disconnecting water�...
Maintenance 3� Ensure all the water faucets and shower heads, hot 12� Proceed to the Volta System Storage section in this and cold, internal and external, are OPEN� manual and complete the steps for short or long term storage; see Volta System Storage on page 4�...
Maintenance Volta System Storage Short Term Storage (Less than 3 months) To place the system in Charge Only Mode for short- Long Term Storage (Greater than 3 months) term storage: Preparations should be made to protect the life 1� Press the On/Off pushbutton to turn ON the system and performance of the Flex Pack when not in use�...
Maintenance Vehicle Storage Restoring Service In addition to winterizing your coach, the following 1� Close all drain valves, holding tank dump valves, practices are recommended to prevent damage that water faucets, and fresh water tank drain� can occur during storage: 2�...
Maintenance Toilet Troubleshooting 1� Leaks: Toilet Winterizing a� Back of toilet: check water supply line connec- Draining Method: Turn off touring coach’s water supply� tion at water valve� Secure or tighten as neces- Drain toilet bowl� Disconnect supply line at water valve� sary�...
Maintenance Solar Panel Wiring A manual on the use of the solar system is included with the Airstream Owner’s Packet� Please read and understand all information before operating the system� The charge controller senses the actual battery charge and regulates the charging to prevent over charging� The system requires the 12-volt feed from the battery to operate�...
Maintenance Volta System Limitations Volta System Temperature Limits F ° C ° L i m i t D e s c r i p t i o n Maximum Do not store the pack at or above this tempera storage temperature - ture.
Maintenance Volta System Temperature Ranges F ° ( C ° ) R a n g e D e s c r i p t i o n -4°F to 140°F Safe Storage The pack may be stored within this Range range.
Answer: Make sure your step and awnings are on page 5-14� completely closed� If either of these are not properly 2. What kind of battery do I have in my Airstream? closed, and the engine is running, it will cause the alarm to sound�...
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6. My Gray Water valve will not open while I have the Black Water valve open. 1. I am planning for a trip in my Airstream. How Answer: True, you can only have one valve open at a should I get the refrigerator cooled down? time�...
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DC-DC Converter 5-13 Leveling 3-8 Diesel Exhaust 2-7 Lighting 5-21 Air Conditioner 5-24 Diesel Operated Systems 2-2 Limited Warranty 3-2 Airstream Academy ii Doors 6-10 Loading 8-2 Alarms and Detectors 2-3 Drain and Waste System 9-8 Alternator 5-13 Drain System 3-11...
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Index Table 5-7 Warranty 3-2 Tank heaters 3-12 Waste Water System 3-10 Tire Care 9-5 Water Fill 6-6 Inflation Pressure 4-3 Water Heater 5-26 Tire Size 4-3 Control Panel 5-27 Tires 7-5 Winterizing 9-12 Rotation 7-9 Water Pump 9-7 Toilet 5-5, 9-15 Water Pump and Strainer 9-6 Towing Your Touring Coach 8-9 Water System...
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Beautiful is a call to action to pick up the litter, toss it in a can, and not simply step over it and pass it by. Your purchase of a new Airstream will open doors to new experiences and places you’ve only dreamed of – but it takes all of us working together to ensure those places remain pristine, accessible, and ready for the next adventure.
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