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350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
The Owners Manual for your new Airstream Motorhome is designed to respond to the most frequent
inquiries regarding the operation, function and care of the many systems that make modern motor homing a
joy.
Airstream realizes our customers possess varying degrees of expertise in the area of repairing and
maintaining the appliances in their motorhome. For this reason, the service and trouble-shooting
information found in this manual is directed toward those with average mechanical skills. We also realize
you may be more familiar in one area than you are in another. Only you know your capabilities and
limitations.
We want you to use this manual, and hope you will find the information contained in it useful, however,
should you ever feel you may be "getting in over your head" please see your dealer to have the repairs
made.
The operation and care of component parts such as chassis, refrigerator, furnace, water heater and others
are explained in this manual. However, you will also find the manufacturer's information supplied in a
packet included with this manual.
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in the literature are based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication approval.
Throughout this manual CAUTION and WARNING notations are used. Failure to observe "caution" can
damage equipment. "Warning" notes the possibility of personal injury if not observed.
Note: If and when new materials and production techniques are developed which can improve the quality
of its product, or material substitutions are necessary due to availability, Airstream reserves the right to
make such changes.
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  • Page 1 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL INTRODUCTION The Owners Manual for your new Airstream Motorhome is designed to respond to the most frequent inquiries regarding the operation, function and care of the many systems that make modern motor homing a joy.
  • Page 2 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL WARRANTY AND SERVICE INTERIOR FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES Warranty Lounges & Tables Warranty Explanation Fabric Care Service Features & Fixtures Reporting Safety Defects Maintenance Schedule PLUMBING DRIVING LP (Liquid Petroleum) Gas Water System Wide Body Limitations Water Pump Loading City Water Hookup...
  • Page 3 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL INDEX Air Conditioner .........I-1 Faucets ..........G-12 Antenna ........H-23, H-26 Fabrics, Cleaning ........F-2 Appliances ..........I-1 Filter, Water .......... G-14 Automotive Fuses ......H-2, H-5 Furnace ............I-2 Auxiliary Start Switch ......B-4 Fuses ..........H-2, H-6 Auxiliary Battery Switch ......
  • Page 4 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL Upholstery..........F-1 Range Exhaust Fan ....... D-10 Range/Oven ..........I-4 Ventilation ..........D-9 Reporting Safety Defects ......A-6 Refrigerator..........I-3 Walls ...........F-2 Roof Vent..........I-6 Washing/Waxing........E-1 Roof Storage ..........E-1 Warning ........Introduction Warranty ......... A-1, A-4 Safety Defects, Reporting ....... A-6 Warranty Transfer ........
  • Page 5 LIMITED WARRANTY AIRSTREAM 350 SERIES XL MOTORHOME WARRANTY COVERAGE When you buy a new Airstream Motorhome from an authorized Airstream dealer, Airstream, Inc., warrants the motorhome from defects in material and workmanship as follows: BASIC WARRANTY PERIOD This warranty is for 30,000 miles (40,000 Kilometers) or two years, whichever comes first, beginning when the vehicle is delivered to the first retail customer or first placed into demonstrator service.
  • Page 6 30,000 miles, whichever comes first, and the application date of all warranties is that indicated on the owner's identification card. Defects in items covered under this Warranty will be corrected without cost upon the return, at the owner's expense, of the motorhome or defective part to an authorized Airstream dealer.
  • Page 7 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL DEALER REPRESENTATION EXCLUDED The full extent of the basic Airstream Limited Warranty is set forth in detail in the folder, and in the explanation of the basic Airstream Limited Warranty covered in the Airstream Motorhome Owner's Manual.
  • Page 8 Airstream's responsibility. When you receive your Limited Warranty file it for safekeeping. Upon proof of purchase date to any Airstream Dealer Service Center, defects in materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced without cost to the owner for a period of twenty four (24) months from the original purchase date, or 30,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 9 When you take delivery of your new motorhome you will receive a complete checkout. Please contact your dealer if you need service. Major service under your Airstream Limited Warranty is available through our nationwide network of Airstream Dealer Service Centers. An up-to-date list of Dealer Service Centers has been provided with your new motorhome.
  • Page 10 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL You Should Also be Aware of the Following: Airstream is not responsible for any consequential or incidental damages incurred as a result of any defect. Consequential damages include, but are not limited to, travel expenses, gasoline, oil, lodging, meals, telephone tolls, loss of work and loss of use of the motorhome.
  • Page 11 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN YOUR COACH CAN CAUSE PREMATURE AND UNEXPECTED PARTS BREAKAGE AND/OR ERRATIC OPERATION THAT MAY BE HAZARDOUS. Note: See Freightliner and appliance manufacturer's literature for further information. EVERY 1,000 MILES OR 60 DAYS Escape Window Check operation of latches and upper hinge.
  • Page 12 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL MAINTENANCE RECORDS DATE DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED...
  • Page 13 LOADING Below is a sample of the weight information chart provided in all Airstream vehicles. This information can be found in your vehicle on the back of the first wardrobe door on the curbside of the vehicle about 60" up from the floor or in one of the galley overhead lockers.
  • Page 14 SAFETY CHECK LIST Your Airstream motorhome should be given a thorough safety check before a trip. Regular use of the following list will provide safe operation of your motorhome and will help you spot any malfunctioning equipment and correct the problem as soon as possible. The list is to help you and may not be all-inclusive.
  • Page 15 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL SAFETY SEAT BELTS In the forward driver's area of the motorhome, safety seat belts are provided for the use of the driver and the right front passenger. Safety belts are available for other seats. It is strongly recommended that all occupants remain seated with their safety belts firmly attached while the motorhome is in motion.
  • Page 16 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL NOTE: Switches will vary according to options on vehicle. AIRSTREAM DASH CONTROLS Most automotive gauges and controls are standard instruments provided by the chassis manufacturer. Their function and use is described in your Drivers Manual. The exception on automotive controls is the heater/air conditioner.
  • Page 17 The maximum loaded trailer weight that you can pull with your vehicle is 5,500 lbs. Vehicles should be properly equipped for towing trailers. Information on trailer hauling capabilities and special equipment required may be obtained from your Airstream dealer. CAUTION: The Gross Combination Weight Rating is the total allowable weight of the motorhome combined with the weight of the vehicle or trailer being towed.
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  • Page 19 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL CHASSIS The Airstream motorhome is built on a Ford chassis. Operation of the engine and other related components are discussed in the Owners and Drivers Manual supplied with each coach. If repairs are needed it can be difficult to determine which parts of the chassis are warranted by Ford, and which are Airstream's responsibility.
  • Page 20 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL TIRE SUPPORT, LEVELING Since motorhomes may sit for long periods of time it is important to properly support the tires if blocks are used for leveling. The Michelin Technical Group provides the following information. Extreme caution must be taken to ensure that the tires are fully supported when using blocks to level motorhomes and/or RV's.
  • Page 21 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL INCORRECT One tire or a portion of one tire is supporting the full load. Portion of two tires are supporting the full load. CAUTION: Tires incorrectly supported, as shown above, may be damaged which could lead to casing failure resulting in serious injury or property damage.
  • Page 22 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL DASH AIR CONDITIONER/HEATER Acme Radiator Air Conditioning, Inc. 17103 St. Rd. 4E Goshen, Indiana 46526 800-552-2263 OPERATION The dash heater control is very similar to many automobiles The center rotary switch marked "cold-hot" controls the amount of hot water flowing through the heater core.
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  • Page 25 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL ELECTRIC STEP Manufacturer: Kwikee Products Company Division of Ashton Corporation P.O. Box 638 Drain, Oregon 97435 Phone: 503-836-2126 The step is easy and convenient to operate. Just inside the main door is a wall switch for the step. When traveling, leave the switch in the "ON"...
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  • Page 27 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL OPERATING THE STEP 1. After the installation is complete and with the entrance door open, turn the power switch on, 2. Close the door. The step should retract and lock in the "up" position. 3.
  • Page 28 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL General Service Notes If the power wire to the step is disconnected from its source and reconnected, a spark is common. This is caused by the momentary charging of the control unit and does not necessarily indicate the system is staying on, which would cause a drain on the battery.
  • Page 29 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL FIGURE 6 STEP TEST PROCEDURE This Step Test Procedure has been provided as the easiest and quickest way to troubleshoot and test all of the Kwikee automatic electric step functions. It is designed to initially check the step basic functions separately from the RV wiring, thereby determining whether or not the step is malfunctioning.
  • Page 30 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL 6. With the power and ground connections complete, all functions of the control unit can be checked at the leads to the 4-way extended-wire pigtail. The brown wire is the door switch, the white wire is the power switch, and the yellow wire is the ignition override.
  • Page 31 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL 14.To check the power switch, connect the voltmeter between the white wire from the four-way plug (vehicle half) and the terminal at the end of the control unit's 10-gauge green ground wire (see Figure 8).
  • Page 32 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL STEP MOTOR ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM C-14...
  • Page 33 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Clean all mud, salt, and road grime from step before lubricating. Lubricate all moving parts (bearings, pivot points, slides, clevis pin, and drive linkage ball) every 30 days with a good quality moisture and heat resistant penetrating grease.
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  • Page 35 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL CAMPING SAFETY As always, safety should be one of your top priorities. Make sure you, and everyone traveling with you, can operate the main door and exit window rapidly without light. WARNING: The roadside rear window is designed as an escape window. To escape, pull in on the two red latches at the bottom.
  • Page 36 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL 3. Clean and vacuum the openings on your smoke alarm once a month. 4. Do not open the smoke alarm or try to repair it. For replacement information see the WARRANTY in the Owner's Manual. 5.
  • Page 37 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL • If the unit is damaged or fails to operate properly, and you have checked that a good battery is installed correctly, follow the directions in the section "WHERE TO SEND YOUR SMOKE ALARM IF IT NEEDS SERVICE" for return. FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT OPEN THE SMOKE ALARM AND TRY TO REPAIR IT YOURSELF.
  • Page 38 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL USING THE TAMPER RESIST LOCKING MECHANISM To make the smoke alarm somewhat tamper resistant, a "locking pin" has been provided in the base of the unit. It will help deter a child or other individual from removing the smoke alarm from the bracket. See Figure 7.
  • Page 39 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM The following information is highlights from the folder provided by the alarm manufacturer. The folder, with more detailed information, is contained in your Owners' Packet. Test detector immediately following installation and weekly for proper operation by pushing the test button until the YELLOW L.E.D.
  • Page 40 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL WARNING!! USE ONLY THE BATTERIES SPECIFIED. USE OF DIFFERENT BATTERIES MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE CO DETECTOR. CLEANING YOUR DETECTOR: To clean your detector remove it from the mounting bracket as outlined in the beginning of this section. You can clean the interior of your detector by using your vacuum cleaner hose and vacuuming through the openings around the perimeter of the detector.
  • Page 41 The failure of any circuit component will cause the detector to display a continuous orange LED fault light and a short beep indicating failure. If this occurs, immediately contact your dealer or Airstream Customer Service for the name of the nearest detector service center.
  • Page 42 Booklets are available which list these dumping stations. When you stop for the night, your Airstream motorhome is built to be safely parked in any spot that is relatively level and where the ground is firm. Your facilities are with you. You are self- contained. Try to pick as level a parking spot as possible.
  • Page 43 There is no substitute for common sense in cold weather. Note: The Airstream motorhome is built as a recreational vehicle and is not intended as a permanent dwelling or for more than temporary use in sub-freezing temperatures.
  • Page 44 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL EXTENDED STAY Making a long trip is not very different from making a weekend excursion. Since everything you need is right at hand, you are at home wherever you go. When packing for an extended trip, take everything you need, but only what you need.
  • Page 45 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL CAUTION: To operate the SLIDE-OUT room you MUST first remove the interior travel locks. These are located on the top of the room on the interior of the coach and are out of your normal sight. There are two and they provide pressure between the exterior wall of the coach and the top facer board on the room.
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  • Page 47 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL EXTERIOR The sidewalls and roof of your Airstream Land Yacht motorhome are laminated fiberglass. This means they aren't painted so small mars and scratches can be polished out. We recommend this be done professionally since excessive polishing can remove all the laminate.
  • Page 48 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL MAIN DOOR LOCK LOCK ASSEMBLY, MAIN DOOR 1. Outside housing assembly 2. Inside plate 3. Striker bolt 4. Caged nut 5. Rotary latch KEYLESS DOOR LOCK Operation The dead bolt portion of your motorhome may be controlled by radio signals produced by the key fob shown below.
  • Page 49 The dealer will be able to give you the cleaning code and part number for the fabrics used in your particular motorhome. The following are the cleanability code instructions for the various fabrics used in the Airstream motorhomes:...
  • Page 50 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL CODE W Fabric care. Spot clean, using the foam only from a water-based cleaning agent, such as mild detergent or non-solvent upholstery shampoo product. Apply foam with a soft brush in a circular motion. Vacuum when dry.
  • Page 51 Replace any regulator that has had water in the spring case, or shows evidence of external corrosion, or corrosion inside the spring case. Closely examine regulators directly connected to the container valve by means of a solid POL adapter (horizontal mounting) for signs of corrosion. (An Airstream Service Center is recommended for this service.)
  • Page 52 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL BASIC RULES FOR SAFETY WARNING: DO NOT store LP containers within vehicle. LP containers are equipped with safety devices that vent gas should the pressure become excessive. WARNING: DO NOT use cooking appliances for comfort heating. Cooking appliances need fresh air for safe operation.
  • Page 53 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL LP TANK INSTALLATION The regulator at the L.P. tank is under a black plastic cover. The protective cover certainly helps to keep the vent on the regulator from getting clogged by wasps or ice, but should still be checked regularly to make sure the vent remains clear.
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  • Page 55 If the faucet is just barely open it is normal for the pump to cycle on and off rapidly. CAUTION: The water pump must be turned off when hooked up to city water supply and when you leave your Airstream unattended.
  • Page 56 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL WATER PUMP AND STRAINER Water pump access is in the lower exterior compartment on the curbside just in front of the rear wheels. Once the exterior door is raised, the pump can be found behind the small access door in the upper right corner of the storage area.
  • Page 57 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL WATER PUMP Manufacturer: Shur-Flo 1740 Markle Street Elkhart, Indiana 46514 Phone: 219-294-7581 088-404-144 PUMP REPAIR KITS 1. Switch/check valve and upper housing kit (replaces all previous switch designs) 2. Valve plate assembly 3. Diaphragm/drive assembly 4.
  • Page 58 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL Switch and Check Valve Repair The check valve, hydraulic switch mechanism and micro switch are accessible by removing the switch cover. CAUTION: Care should be taken in removing the switch cover screws. Within the mechanism is a spring under compression.
  • Page 59 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL Trouble Shooting MOTOR DOES NOT OPERATE. Is battery discharged? Are any wires disconnected? Are terminals corroded'? Is switch in "ON" position? Is fuse good? Is water frozen in pump head? MOTOR RUNS BUT NO WATER FLOWS. Is water tank empty? Are there kinks in the inlet hose? Is air leaking into inlet hose fittings?
  • Page 60 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL Pump Repair • Screws (A) hold the entire pump head assembly to the motor. • Screws (B) hold the pump head face to the pump head main body. • Screws (C) hold the switch assembly to the front of the pump head.
  • Page 61 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL CITY WATER HOOKUP In your utility compartment on the roadside of the motorhome are the city water hose connection and various other valves. They are clearly marked and your dealer should have explained the functions of each at time of purchase.
  • Page 62 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL GALLEY FAUCET, MOEN PURETOUCH CLASSIC 1-800-374-6542 WATER FILTRATION SAFEGUARDS Your Moen PureTouch® Classic Filtering Faucet System integrates carbon block filtration technology designed by Culligan International into a faucet spout. This technology is fast and effective at reducing contaminants commonly found in water and is certified by NSF®...
  • Page 63 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Solid Handle Body 2. Set Screw 3. Plug Button 4. Dome & Pivot Retainer Assembly 5. Cartridge Screw 6. Handle Adapter & Connector Assembly 7. Pivot Stop 8. Spout Retaining Nut 9.
  • Page 64 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL MICROTECH™ FILTER INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT 1. Install a new filter by wetting the outlet ports with water and then inserting into the round filter ports on the faucet head and pushing the filter and head together. Both outlet ports must be fully inserted into the filter ports.
  • Page 65 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Controlling The Water The PureTouch system has two options for water delivery, unfiltered stream and filtered water. STREAM MODE: Unfiltered water in regular stream flow When the water is turned on at the faucet, the spout will always begin operating in the regular stream mode. FILTERED WATER MODE: Filtered water dispensed though the separate filtered water outlet.
  • Page 66 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: Water flows from both outlets, filter and unfiltered, when the filter button is pushed. SOLUTION: No filter is installed. Install a filter. PROBLEM: After installing a new filter, the filter life indicator still flashes red. SOLUTION: Filter life indicator was not reset, or the attempt to reset the indicator did not work.
  • Page 67 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL MOEN LAVATORY FAUCET 1. Handle 2. Lever mechanism 3. Retainer clip 4. Transition collar 5. Cartridge 6. Flo-control aerator MOEN SHOWER MIXING VALVE ASSEMBLY 1. Handle Cover 2. Handle 3. Cartridge 4. Handle Screw 5.
  • Page 68 Instructions for draining the water system are explained in the following paragraphs on winterizing. Twice a year, or after a long storage period, we suggest you take your unit into your Airstream dealer for a check-up and cleaning of the gas operated appliances...
  • Page 69 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL For additional winterizing protection, add non-toxic antifreeze (approved for drinking water systems) to your water lines using the following procedure: 1. Reconnect all lines except the hose to the pump inlet port. Close all drain valves (See Step 3) *2.
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  • Page 71 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL DRAIN AND WASTE SYSTEM The drain and waste system of your motorhome includes waste holding tanks made from molded plastic. The MAIN HOLDING TANK enables you to use the toilet for several days away from disposal facilities. The wastewater from the sink, shower, and bath and lavatory drain into the AUXILIARY HOLDING TANK.
  • Page 72 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL BLACK TANK FLUSH The main holding tank must be flushed out until all paper and waste material is removed. Close the dump valve and refill the tank with 5 to 10 gallons of clean water and repeat until clean. In the utility compartment on the left side is a water hose connector marked "black tank flush."...
  • Page 73 313-769-6000 The RV toilet in your Airstream is a design that has been used for many years. There are two pedals. The large pedal opens and closes the slide mechanism, and the smaller pedal opens and closes a water valve.
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  • Page 77 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12-VOLT SYSTEM BATTERIES Your motorhome is equipped with three batteries. One battery will be for the engine and the other batteries for the interior 12-volt circuits. Engine Battery The engine battery is used for starting the engine and operating the headlights, taillights, running lights, instrument panel lighting, automotive air conditioning and other accessories.
  • Page 78 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL The bulbs in the interior lights are all easily replaced if they burn out. Round, exposed bulbs, such as those around the bathroom mirror and reading lights, are replaced by depressing them into their base, then turning to the left about 1/4 turn.
  • Page 79 12V WIRING DIAGRAMS • 12-volt wiring main • 12-volt wiring, engine cover panel • 12-volt fuse panel, Airstream • 12-volt calculations • Harness, head lights • Harness, taillights • Harness, armrest, part A •...
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  • Page 83 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL 35'LAND YACHT XL 12V CALCULATIONS Circuit 1. 20 Amps. 12 Ga. Purple (Amps.) Circuit 6. 20 Amps. 12 Ga. Red (Amps.) Bedroom Fantastic Fan ......3.00 (7) Compartment Lights....... 10.08 (1) 2-Bulb Rear Wardrobe Light.... 1.44 Bedroom Fluor.
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  • Page 99 12-volt positive wires for CB radio hook-up. SATELLITE ANTENNA PREP In order to facilitate the installation of either roof mount or portable satellite dish antennas Airstream has pre-wired your motorhome. On the drawing on the following page please note the two coaxial cables drawn with heavy double lines.
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  • Page 102 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL TV ANTENNA Manufacturer: Winegard Company 3000 Kirkwood Street Burlington, Iowa 52601 Phone: 800-843-4741 Raising Antenna to Operating Position Turn elevating crank in "UP" direction until some resistance to turning is noted. Antenna is now in operating position. Check to make sure switch on front TV jack is on.
  • Page 103 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL Maintenance Lubrication To lubricate the elevating gear apply a liberal amount of silicone spray lubricant to the elevating gear with the lift in the down position, then run the lift up and down a few times to distribute lubricant over gears.
  • Page 104 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Antenna Head 2. LM-300 Leveling Mount 3. Boot, Coax Cable 4. Pin, Headed/Grooved 5. Ring, Retaining Snap 6. Spacer, Plastic 7. Grommet, Plastic 8. EG-87 Elevating Gear 9. Tube, Square Elevator 10.
  • Page 105 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL MONITOR PANEL Ventline P.O. Box 629 Bristol, Indiana 46507 Phone: 219-848-4491 Operation To check tank capacities or battery condition, depress the switch marked "test." In order to obtain a true reading on the batteries, you must be unplugged from city power and disconnected from your tow vehicle. Tank 1 on the monitor panel is the "black"...
  • Page 106 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL Oversensitive readings: Oversensitive readings can occur as a result of scum buildup on the tank walls, abnormally high mineral content in the water, or incorrectly located holding tank probes. In these situations, the monitoring system indicates higher levels than are actually present in the holding tank. Certain cleaning products and food by-products can build up on the inside walls of the holding tanks producing a layer of scum that can cause the monitoring system to read higher than the actual level.
  • Page 107 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL SOME OR ALL HOLDING TANK LEVEL LIGHTS ON CONTINUOUSLY Possible Cause Corrective Action Foreign substances on interior of holding tank See inaccurate holding tank readings above. causing false readings Clean holding tanks per manufacturers recommendations.
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  • Page 109 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL SOLAR POWER The 5-watt solar power system primarily functions as a battery maintainer. Memory functions in radios, locks and many circuit boards each draw power in the milliamp range. If a charge source is not available, even these miniscule power drains will run batteries down in seven to twelve days unless the "kill"...
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  • Page 112 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL LOCATING SHORTS AND OPENS The key in locating shorts and opens is isolation. The first step is to isolate the circuit with the short or open. The second step is to then isolate the section of the circuit with the fault. Once the section is identified, the specific problem can be located.
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  • Page 115 Note: Review the air conditioning literature supplied in your Owner's Packet before proceeding. The roof air conditioner used on Airstream motorhomes is one of the most popular on the market today. In your Owner's Packet is a set of literature covering all operating and maintenance instructions. If the literature is misplaced, please contact the air conditioner manufacturer or your Airstream dealer for replacement.
  • Page 116 Operating instructions are located in your Owners Packet. If they should become misplaced new literature can be ordered direct from the manufacturer or your Airstream dealer. The manufacturer also offers a detailed service guide for your furnace.
  • Page 117 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL REFRIGERATOR Manufacturer: Dometic Sales Corporation 2320 Industrial Parkway P.O. Box 490 Elkhart, Indiana 46514 Phone: 219-295-5228 Review all Dometic Literature supplied in your Owner's Packet or stored in the refrigerator prior to operating. In the absorption refrigerant system, ammonia is liquefied in the finned condenser coil at the top rear of the refrigerator.
  • Page 118 201-5112-0055 219-295-5228 Airstream has used two different methods of holding the ovens in place. The most common is a setscrew configuration where two bolts apply downward pressure on top of the range. The bolts can be found in the cabinet directly above the oven, and out toward the front. Back them out a few turns and the front of the oven can be lifted up and out over the lower ledge.
  • Page 119 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL WATER HEATER Manufacturer: Atwood Mobile Products 4750 Hiawatha Drive P.O. Box 1205 Rockford, Illinois 61105 Phone: 815-877-7461 Note: Review the water heater literature supplied in your Owner's Packet before proceeding, CAUTION: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this heater that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more).
  • Page 120 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL HIGH VOLUME ROOF VENT (OPTIONAL) Manufacturer: FAN-TASTIC VENT CORP. 4349 S. Dort Hwy. Burton, MI 48529 1-313-742-0330 1-800-521-0298 The optional high-volume roof vent system is designed to quickly exhaust stale, hot air and draw in fresh air.
  • Page 121 350 XL SERIES 2001 OWNERS MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS Airstream constantly strives to improve its product. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Note: all weights and measurements were made on prototype vehicles. Your production motorhome may vary slightly. DIMENSIONS Galley Slide Galley &...

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