Regular Maintenance; Basic Generator Safety Information - Airstream Interstate 2019 Owner's Manual

Safety

Regular Maintenance

The smoke alarm and CO detector have been
designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but
there are a few simple things you must do to keep them
working properly� Use only the replacement batteries
recommended� The units may not operate properly with
other batteries� Never use rechargeable batteries since
they may not provide a constant charge�
• Test it at least once a week�
• Clean the Smoke and CO Alarms at least once a
month: gently vacuum the outside of the Smoke
and CO Alarms using your household vacuum's soft
brush attachment� A can of clean, compressed air
(sold at computer or office supply stores) may also
be used� Follow manufacturer instructions for use�
• Test the Smoke and CO Alarms once a week�
Never use water, cleaners, or solvents, since they
may damage the unit�If the Smoke and CO Alarms
becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust, and/
or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted
alarms, replace the unit immediately�
• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted
alarms�
The battery door will resist closing unless batteries
are installed. This warns you that the unit will not
operate without batteries. The Smoke and CO
Alarms cannot operate without working batteries.
Removing the batteries for any reason, or failing to
replace the batteries at the end of their service life,
removes your protection.
Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause
confusion, unconsciousness, and death. Follow all
instructions, cautions, and warnings in this section
and the generator operator's manual.
NEVER ignore any alarm. Failure to respond can
result in injury or death. The Silence Features are
for your convenience only and will not correct a
problem. Always check your touring coach for a
potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so
can result in injury or death.
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Basic Generator Safety Information

1� Never sleep in the vehicle with the generator
running without ensuring the Carbon Monoxide
detector is working� Primary protection against
inhaling Carbon Monoxide is daily (every eight
hour) inspection for visible and audible generator
exhaust system leaks�
2� DO NOT operate the generator in an enclosed
building or in a partly enclosed area such as a
garage�
3� Review the safety precautions for fuel and exhaust
fumes in the generator manual�
4� DO NOT operate the generator when the
recreation vehicle is parked in high grass or brush�
Heat from the exhaust could cause a fire in dry
conditions�
5� DO NOT simultaneously operate generator and a
ventilator which could result in the entry of exhaust
gas� When exhaust ventilators are used, we
recommend that a window on the opposite side of
the unit "upwind" of exhaust gases be opened to
provide cross ventilation�
6� When parked, orient the vehicle so that the wind
will carry the exhaust away from the vehicle� DO
NOT open nearby windows, ventilators, or doors
into the passenger compartment, particularly those
which can be "down wind", even part of the time�
7� DO NOT operate the generator when parked in
close proximity to vegetation, snow, buildings,
vehicles, or any other object that could deflect the
exhaust under or into the vehicle�
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�
Your Touring Coach is equipped with an Automatic
Generator Start System. Exposure to carbon
monoxide, moving parts, and electricity hazards
are possible due to unexpected automatic starting.
NOTE
The generator is located under the touring coach
in front of the spare tire. The spare tire may have to
be lowered to access the service door. See spare
tire instructions in the Sprinter section of this
manual.
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2019 Interstate