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  • Page 1 2015 Flying Cloud Owner ’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Publication Date: October 2014...
  • Page 3 Introduction Safety General Information Floor Plans and Specifications Interior Exterior Towing Maintenance...
  • Page 4 If and when new materials and production techniques are developed that can improve the quality of its product, or material substitutions are necessary due to availability, Airstream reserves the right to make such changes.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table OF COnTenTs Page saFeTY ......2-1 SAFeTy PreCAuTIOnS ..... 2-2 CheMICAl SenSITIvITy And venTIlATIOn .
  • Page 6 Table of Contents (Continued) brakes ......7-2 MAInTenAnCe ......8-1 MAInTenAnCe SChedule .
  • Page 7 However, should you ever feel equipment. that you may be in need of assistance, please consult your Airstream dealer for advice on repairs that may be note required. A note is used to address practices not related A brief explanation of the operation of the appliances to personal injury.
  • Page 8 Introduction NOTES: Flying Cloud...

  • Page 9: Safety

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 2 SAFETY PAge SAFeTY SAFeTY PReCAUTionS Passenger Stowing Towing and Weight Distribution Control Sway Lug nut Torquing Tire Safety Appliances and equipment Mold CheMiCAL SenSiTiviTY AnD venTiLATion Chemical Sensitivity Formaldehyde ventilation Do not Smoke Medical Advice ALARMS AnD DeTeCToRS Smoke Alarm Carbon Monoxide Alarm...

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    Safety Safety Precautions Appliances and Equipment The appliances (stove, refrigerator, etc ) and equipment Many things can be construed as safety related, but (hot water heater, furnace, etc ) typically operate on the most important is your common sense if you are LP gas.

  • Page 11: Medical Advice

    WARNING Airstream strongly suggests that you take measures to properly ventilate your trailer on a regular basis if you Smoke alarms have a limited life. The unit should have any questions with respect to proper ventilation...

  • Page 12: Carbon Monoxide Alarm

    The alarm will only indicate the presence Carbon Monoxide Alarm, please contact Airstream of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon factory Customer Service or Quantum group inc at monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
  • Page 13 Safety properly maintained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, Co levels can rise quickly Co is a real WARNING danger in air-tight trailers with added insulation, sealed Test units used in RVs after the vehicle has been in windows, and other weatherproofing can trap CO storage, before each trip, and once a week while in inside use.

  • Page 14: Fire Extinguisher

    Safety Low Voltage WARNING The operating voltage for the detector is 12 vDC The actual voltage supplied to the detector in a recreational Have a qualified technician check your LPG system vehicle may drop below the minimum 8 vDC The annually or if you detect any signs of leaks or detector provides the user with a low voltage warning malfunctions.

  • Page 15: General Information

    Limitation of Implied Warranties Items Not Covered Disclaimer of Incidental and Consequential Damages Obtaining Warranty Service Dealer Representations excluded Warranty Transfer Changes In Design Statute Of Limitations explanation Of Airstream Limited Warranty exclusions Normal Wear Accident Abuse exposure Overload Chemical gassing...
  • Page 16 general Information Section 3 general Information Table of Contents (Continued) Trailer equipment and Accessories Motoring essentials Overnight Stop extended Stay Leveling City Water Hookup Waste Water System 19-ft Model 20-ft Model 23FB-ft Model 25-ft Model 3-10 25FB-ft Model 3-10 27FB-ft Model 3-10 28-ft Model 3-10...

  • Page 17: Limited Warranty Policy

    Alteration or modification of the trailer, except the sole obligation of Airstream under this Limited such alterations or modifications approved in Warranty Airstream reserves the right to use new or writing by Airstream remanufactured parts of similar quality to complete...

  • Page 18: Disclaimer Of Incidental And Consequential Damages

    Airstream does not control the scheduling of repairs the trailer, including expenses such as transportation at its authorized Airstream dealers, and repairs at the to and from vehicle dealerships and Airstream repair facilities, loss of time, loss of pay, loss of use,...

  • Page 19: Statute Of Limitations

    Airstream’s control and become the to an Airstream trailer, more than thirty (30) days after: responsibility of the owner (1) expiration of the twenty-four (24) month Limited Warranty period;...

  • Page 20: Service

    Survey shortly after your trailer is delivered Our web vehicle safety from http://www safercar gov site, www Airstream com also has a dealer locator on it Camping This list is current as of the date of this publication...
  • Page 21 Motoring Essentials that list these dumping stations Display the tow vehicle and trailer registration When stopping for the night, your Airstream is built properly to be safely parked in any spot that is relatively level and where the ground his firm. Your facilities are with Carry driver’s license...
  • Page 22 If you must park on a slope, park facing downhill It is easier to level the trailer this way All you need to do to enjoy the self-contained luxury of your Airstream is to turn on the LPg and light any appliance pilot lights Stabilizing Jack Location...
  • Page 23 general Information Waste Water System 23D-ft. Model 19-ft. Model Lavatory Drain Black WaterTank (Toilet) Lavatory Drain galley Drain Black WaterTank (Toilet) galley Drain 23FB-ft. Model gray Water Tank 20-ft. Model Lavatory Drain Lavatory Drain Black WaterTank (Toilet) Black WaterTank (Toilet) galley Drain galley Drain gray Water Tank...
  • Page 24 general Information 25-ft. Model 27FB-ft. Model Lavatory Drain Lavatory Drain Black WaterTank (Toilet) Black WaterTank (Toilet) galley Drain galley Drain gray Water Tank gray Water Tank Shower Drain 28-ft. Model 25FB-ft. Model Lavatory Drain Black WaterTank (Toilet) Lavatory Drain galley Drain Black WaterTank (Toilet) gray Water Tank galley Drain...
  • Page 25 general Information Shower DrainShower DrainShower DrainShower DrainShower DrainShower DrainShower Drain Shower 30FB-ft. Model Drain Shower Drain The main parts of the waste water system are the toilet, dual holding tanks, and tank dump valves (See Section 8 - Maintenance for dump valve information) The system is designed to provide complete self-contained toilet facilities, while on the road or parked, without being connected to a sewage...
  • Page 26 general Information The Power Cord hookup is located on the side of the The 19 ft. fresh water tank is above-floor in the heated trailer The cord may be stored in the rear exterior area of the trailer. The gray holding tank is below floor, compartment The power cord is plugged into the insulated and a 2 in duct from the furnace supplies trailer receptacle and the City Power Service...
  • Page 27 general Information Molds Unless the water vapor is carried outside by ventilation, or condensed by a dehumidifier, it will condense on Molds are microscopic organisms that naturally the inside of the windows and walls as moisture, or occur in virtually every environment, indoors and in cold weather, as frost or ice It may also condense out Outdoors, mold growth is important in the out of sight, within the walls or the ceiling, where it will...
  • Page 28 general Information The escape windows(s) are identified by their red release handles Lift up on both latches to release the escape window Push out on the glass and it will swing clear WARNING The window operation should be checked before each trip and the latches lubricated with WD-40 or an equivalent lubricant every six months.

  • Page 29: Floor Plans And Specifications

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 4 floor plans and specifications PAge FlooR PlAnS AnD SPeCiFiCAtionS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 FlooR PlAnS .

  • Page 30: Floor Plans

    Floor Plans And Specifications floor plans 19 flying cloud WARD ROBE GALLEY SHOWER DINETTE 40" x 74" 48" x 75" 4.0 CU. FT. FRIDGE/ LED TV ABOVE 20 flying cloud HAMPER DINETTE 38" x 76" SHOWER 48" x 78" COAT/SHOE STORAGE 4 CU.

  • Page 31: 25Fb Flying Cloud

    Floor Plans And Specifications 25fB flying cloud 7 CU. FT. WARD TWIN BED FRIDGE 66" SOFA SHOWER ROBE 34" x 78" DINETTE NIGHT 42" x 76" STAND 60" x 75" TWIN BED 34" x 78" GALLEY 27fB flying cloud 7 CU. FT. WARD TWIN BED FRIDGE...

  • Page 32: Specifications

    Floor Plans And Specifications 30 Bunk flying cloud Specifications Specification Chart Note All weights listed in the Specification Chart are checked and updated throughout the model year. Your production trailer may vary from weights listed. Model 19’ 19’ 20’ 23’ 23’...

  • Page 33: Specification Tags

    Floor Plans And Specifications Measuring Hitch Ball Height The UBW and NCC weights listed in the Specification Chart are for the base unit with no options and fluids. The proper height will vary according to the weight you Gross Vehicular Weight Rating (GVWR): is the carry and the tires you use.
  • Page 34 Floor Plans And Specifications notes: Flying Cloud...

  • Page 35: Interior

    Section 5 INTERIOR Page INTeRIOR geNeRal INFORmaTION aNd CleaNINg Upholstery Interior Skin draperies Vinyl Covering Counter area Sinks Vinyl Flooring general Cleaning Polishing the Flooring Shower Stall Telephone Shower Head Retractable Clothesline lounge dinette dinette Table exhaust Fans Bath area Remote Switches Ceiling light/directional lighting Storage Tips PlUmBINg...
  • Page 36 Interior Section 5 Interior Table of Contents (Continued) draining System Fresh Water lines and Tanks drain and Waste System deodorizers dometic 8100 Series maserFlush Toilet Toilet System Start-Up Normal Toilet Operation Toilet Faucets galley Faucet galley Faucet Filter lavatory Faucet Faucet Cleaning and Care eleCTRICal Battery/12-Volt System Information...
  • Page 37 Interior Section 5 Interior Table of Contents (Continued) Rear TV Pre-Wire 5-12 TV Booster/12-Volt Outlet 5-12 Satellite antenna Pre-Wiring 5-13 Solar Panel (Optional) 5-13 110-Volt electrical System 5-13 City Power 5-13 Converter 5-13 ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (gFCI) 5-14 gFCI Receptacle 5-14 aPPlIaNCeS 5-14...

  • Page 38: General Information And Cleaning

    General Information and Cleaning Vinyl Covering Damp-wiping with mild detergent will suffice for routine The interior of all airstream trailers has been designed cleaning The use of any automotive cleaners designed for comfort, convenience, durability, and appearance for vinyl car seats and dashes can provide a more...
  • Page 39 The leaf then unfolds and rests maximum flexibility in usage, and provides for water- against the leg support airstream recommends that, saving techniques when using your trailer on self- during travel, the table be left in the upright position...

  • Page 40: Plumbing

    Interior Ceiling Light/Directional Lighting This is because the water heater is being filled and air is being pushed out through the lines Once the The ceiling light fixture has a push button switch water heater is full, a steady stream of water will located on the fixture.
  • Page 41 Interior Use a tasteless, odorless, and non-toxic high-pressure sewer hose connection is needed when hooking up to hose of at least 1/2 in diameter designed for RV use a dump station The city water inlet is a standard garden hose thread almost all campgrounds will have dumping facilities We suggest you carry two lengths of hose, in order to Park directories, such as Woodalls and Rand mcNally,...
  • Page 42 Toilet (All models excluding 30-ft. Bunk) the unit 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,...

  • Page 43: Electrical

    The major portion of electrical power in your When the switch is turned to USe (on) and the airstream is 12-volt The 12-volt current powers all trailer is plugged into a 110-volt shoreline, the 12- gas appliances for controls and/or ignition as well as...
  • Page 44 Interior When the switch is turned to STORe (off) and the The power sources listed above are all electrically trailer is plugged into a 110-volt shoreline, the 12- connected to the 12-volt distribution fuse panel that volt distribution panel will still receive power from the distributes current to interior branch circuits The converter, but the batteries are disconnected from circuits provide power to operate all 12-volt dC lights,...
  • Page 45 Interior 12-Volt and 110-Volt/30 Amp Circuit Diagrams The 120-volt circuits may be turned on by setting their breaker handle up, to the ON position, or off by setting Refer to Section 8 - maintenance for 12-volt and 110- the handle down, to the OFF position To reset the volt/30 amp circuit diagrams tripped breaker, move handle to OFF then ON TV Antenna - Roadstar Omni-Directional (25-ft.
  • Page 46 Interior Rear TV Pre-Wire Lowered/Travel Position Rotate antenna until pointer on directional handle 25 ft , 27 ft , 28 ft , and 30 ft trailers have an HdmI aligns with pointer on ceiling plate cable pre-wired from the Blu-Ray player to the rear TV mounting location The cable is coiled by the player and behind a wall plate located by the second TV mounting area When adding an aftermarket TV, disconnect the...
  • Page 47 Sun explorer Charger Controller/display System 110-volts are located on the curbside exterior wall manuals on their use are included with the airstream between the wheels and above the wheel well owner’s packet...

  • Page 48: Appliances

    Appliances gFCI(s) are proven lifesavers, however, consumers all appliances are delivered to airstream Inc with in- need to take a few minutes each month to perform this depth owner’s manuals Those manuals are included in...
  • Page 49 Trailer Owner’s manual on appliances If you believe at the LPG tanks before refueling the tow vehicle or contradictory information on appliances is contained entering a refueling station. in this manual, please contact the airstream Customer Service department at 937-596-6111 or write: Thermostat airstream Factory Service Center Follow the instructions provided in your Owner’s...
  • Page 50 Review all refrigerator literature supplied in your misplaced, new literature can be ordered direct owner’s packet or stored in the refrigerator prior to from the manufacturer or your airstream dealer The operating manufacturer also offers a detailed service guide for...
  • Page 51 The fan increases the cooling efficiency of the will ignite in just a few seconds, and the light will go refrigerator; therefore airstream recommends leaving out If your lPg system hasn’t been used for some the switch on whenever the patio is not in use Please...
  • Page 52 Interior High Volume Roof Vent Cleaning Instructions Turn fan motor off Remove eight painted flat head Phillips screws around perimeter of screen insert only Clean screen with soap and water solution, dab dry with a soft cloth, and reinstall SeeLevel II Monitor Panel Seelevel II Tank monitor manufacturer: garnet Technologies ltd 201 m&m Ranch Rd...
  • Page 53 Interior Sender panels are installed and stuck to the sides If another button is pressed before the 5 second of the holding tank Sender panels can be cut to time is up for the BaTTeRY button, the display will match the height of the tank, it also auto calibrates immediately switch to show the value for the new itself so it can read from empty to full The sender button The 5 second time-out is restarted every...
  • Page 54 Interior NOTES: 5-20 Flying Cloud...

  • Page 55: Exterior

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 6 EXTERIOR PAge eXTeRIOR CleAnIng exterior Skin Windows Aluminum Wheels geneRAl InFORmATIOn AnD OPeRATIOn Step main Door Screen Door emergency escape Windows Front end Protection Window Stone guards Wrap Protectors Awning exterior Shower Axle and Running gear Assembly nev-R-lube Drums/Bearings Power Jack Hitch/Coupler...

  • Page 56: Cleaning

    If a substance is found on the coating that cannot be cleaners or polishes on coated aluminum wheels removed by normal washing procedures, Airstream recommends using DX 330 Acryli-Clean, made by PPg Industries Follow all directions and warnings on the...

  • Page 57: General Information And Operation

    exterior General Information and Operation Screen Door The screen door is secured to the main door by a slide Step bolt-type latch It can be operated independently by releasing the slide bolt and swinging the screen door away from the main door Emergency Escape Windows To remove screen pull out the screen cord by the cord loop at the bottom portion of the window Turn the two...
  • Page 58 exterior Nev-R-Lube Drums/Bearings A clear tape is placed between the exterior skin and the awning fabric to prevent the awning fabric from rubbing Wide-body trailers, 25 ft and over, are equipped with on the coating, thus wearing through it Inspect the nev-R-lube bearings Dexter’s nev-R-lube bearings tape every year or after a long trip Have it replaced if it are compromised of opposed tapered roller bearing...
  • Page 59 exterior Hitch/Coupler Fill Valve The LPG tanks are equipped with fill valve connections RV Type I Acme The large, green, nylon swivel nut is a right-hand thread and is designed for hand operation only The valve features an internal spring-loaded module that will not allow gas to flow from the cylinder until a positive seal has been made at the connection The valve outlet has 1-5/16 in Acme threads on the outlet...
  • Page 60 exterior equalize and allow the flow-limiting device to re-open. of automatic changeover from empty to full gas Symptoms of this condition would be appliances that cylinders Both tanks are connected to this regulator light but have lower than normal flame or starve out make sure there is propane in both tanks before you from lack of gas, a substantial reduction in the flame start Rotate the white knob on the top-front side of the...
  • Page 61 exterior Basic Rules For LPG Safety lPg Tank Installation: Place the tanks in position on the A-frame and WARnInG tank cross-member so that it rests on the upper collar of both tanks with the collar rims engaged Do not store LPG tanks within a vehicle. LPG in the grooves on the underside of the bracket If tanks are equipped with safety devices that vent your trailer is equipped with a tank cover, it should...
  • Page 62 exterior WARnInG Do not bring or store LPG tanks, gasoline, or other flammable liquids inside the vehicle because a fire or explosion may result. Twice a year, or after a long storage period, we suggest you take your unit in for a checkup and cleaning of the gas-operated appliances WARnInG If You Smell Gas:...

  • Page 63: Towing

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 7 TOWING PAge TOWINg TOW VehICle BRAkeS electronic Brake Controller Proper electric Brakes Use Breakaway Switch loading Weighing Your Trailer hitching Up 7-Way Plug equalizing hitch load Distribution Towing Tips and Information Tracking Observation general Information Cooling System Overload Downhill and Non-level Driving Off-Road Towing...

  • Page 64: Tow Vehicle

    Towing Tow Vehicle Brakes When buying a new vehicle to tow your trailer, we All trailers are equipped with Dexter Nev-R-Adjust suggest including towing options offered by most tow brakes Please follow all maintenance procedures vehicle manufacturers These include such things as a in the Dexter user’s manual provided in the owner’s heavy-duty alternator and radiator, heavy-duty springs packet...
  • Page 65 A full load of water equals XXX kg or XXX lbs of cargo @ 1 kg/L (8.3 lb/gal) WARNING Airstream weighs the vehicle as finished to arrive at Do not use the breakaway switch as a parking the vehicle”s weight That number is subtracted from brake.
  • Page 66 Towing NOTE Chock wheels and place the trailer on a scale with both axles only on the scale (see illustration) If the Be sure trailer is level when reading scales. weight on the axles exceeds the axle system’s gAWR, then some of the personal cargo must be redistributed Hitching Up forward in order to place some of this weight on the The process of hitching up your trailer is something...
  • Page 67 If you have a problem, have it fixed at the next opportunity. If there We want every Airstream owner to be a safe and is no problem, the light should go off, or temperature...
  • Page 68 Towing When Being Passed driver the direction the rear of the trailer should go A little practice in a parking lot, with the person giving Despite the best hitch, you will notice that whenever directions, can save a lot of frustration when backing a large bus or truck overtakes your rig, the displaced into a campsite air first pushes the trailer rear slightly to the right and...
  • Page 69 Although Airstream has not intruded into the hitch hitch load Distribution in this section manufacturer’s field of expertise and performed formal testing, we find the vast majority of Airstream owners Driving: purchase sway-control devices This is the most important component The tendency...
  • Page 70 Towing NOTES: Flying Cloud...

  • Page 71: Maintenance

    RA-400 Patcher for UD Section 8 maintenance PAge mAintenAnCe mAintenAnCe SCheDUle SUggeSteD mAintenAnCe AnD RePlACement PARtS exterior Care tiReS tire Changing Jack location Tire Load and Inflation Information Proper Tire Inflation Underinflated Tires How Overloading Affects Your Tires Weighing Your Trailer Or Towed Vehicle tire Care Tire Care Tips Tire Inspection and Storage...
  • Page 72 maintenance Section 8 maintenance Table of Contents (Continued) Axles and Bearings 8-10 Rubber Torsion Axle Alignment Specifications 8-10 Nev-R-Lube Drums/Bearings 8-10 Nev-R-Lube Bearing Inspection 8-11 Narrow Body Trailer Bearing Inspection and Maintenance 8-11 Brakes 8-11 tongue Jack 8-11 Replacing Power head 8-11 Power head maintenance 8-12...
  • Page 73 maintenance Section 8 maintenance Table of Contents (Continued) main Door Care 8-18 lubrication 8-18 Adjustment 8-18 Windows 8-18 Sticking Windows 8-18 eleCtRiCAl DiAgRAmS 8-19 12-Volt Diagrams 8-19 110-Volt/30- and 50-Amp Diagrams 8-21 19 Flying Cloud 8-22 20 Flying Cloud 8-23 23D Flying Cloud 8-24 23FB Flying Cloud...

  • Page 74: Maintenance Schedule

    maintenance maintenance Schedule Hitch Ball Latch lubricate with non-detergent motor oil. WARNING Hitch Ball lubricate with hitch ball lube or wheel bearing grease. Failure to maintain your trailer can cause pre- Range Exhaust Clean fan blades and wash mature and unexpected parts breakage and/or hood filter.

  • Page 75: Suggested Maintenance And Replacement Parts

    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.

  • Page 76: Exterior Care

    The following exterior care products are recommended by Airstream. Read and follow label directions. Exterior Sikaflex 221 Multi-Purpose Polyurethane Sealant sealant should be checked and resealed once a year.

  • Page 77: Tires

    Most Airstream dealers cannot make never attempt to change any tire on the trailer adjustments to tires. An Airstream, or tire dealer that without securely chocking the trailer’s remaining handles that particular brand, must do this. If you wheels.

  • Page 78: Tire Care

    maintenance Proper Tire Inflation handling and steering problems, irregular tire wear, and possible tire failure. If you discover that your tires The level of air in your tires affects your vehicle’s cannot handle the load, lighten the weight of the load overall performance.

  • Page 79: Tire Inspection And Storage

    maintenance tire inspection and Storage Choose a tire adequate for the load. The load rating printed on the sidewall will show the maximum load Before taking your trailer on a trip or when removing that can be carried at a defined pressure. it from an extended storage period, make it a practice A Goodyear ST225/75 R15 tire inflated to 65 psi to inspect the overall condition of your tires.

  • Page 80: Model

    maintenance Spare tire carrier Refer to the following table for wheel specifications. Wheel Specifications The spare tire for Airstreams is stored under the front of the trailer. The front handle of the tire carrier is a 1 Size/Center Size lug Pattern model in.
  • Page 81 Keep turning the Maintenance Manual enclosed in your owner’s packet. bearing around and forcing it down through the grease Airstream recommends that these procedures are until the grease is extruded up through the opposite performed by a qualified Dexter service technician, due end.
  • Page 82 Battery (Lead acid) Power Head Maintenance Every two years remove screws and cover and Your Airstream trailer is factory equipped with an check grease condition. Use HMP grease, similar Interstate battery (SRM-24). to lubricant 630AA, and spread on gear teeth.
  • Page 83 maintenance NOTE When being towed, the 12-volt batteries in your trailer are receiving a constant charge from the tow Reconnect the battery cables to the correct battery vehicle’s generator or alternator through the seven-way posts. connector The red cable must first be connected to the positive Your tow vehicle’s voltage regulator controls the charge (+) post and then the black cable to the negative (-) rate.
  • Page 84 maintenance Lubricating Rotating Gear Housing Strainer Cleaning In the event that rotating the antenna becomes difficult, lubricating the bearing surface between the rotating gear housing and the base plate can restore normal operation. Any spray-type silicone lubricant may be used. Pump Housing Cap Strainer...
  • Page 85 maintenance The 20 ft. model has a pair of hot and cold water line Water Heater Draining drain valves located under the front dinette seat and All models have a drain plug or petcock on the water another pair accessed through the rear exterior access heater.
  • Page 86 maintenance Black Water Tank Dumping Drain Systems Cleaning When you are in a park and connected to a sewer The only cleaning agents that can be used without outlet, keep the main holding tank dump valve closed, causing harm to the system are household ammonia and empty the tank every few days, or whenever it and tri-sodium phosphate in small quantities.
  • Page 87 maintenance Turn the pump switch OFF after all water has been For additional winterizing protection, add a non-toxic removed from the storage tank. antifreeze (approved for drinking water system) to the water lines using the following procedure: Remove exhaust hose from water pump. Reconnect all lines except the hose to the pump Disconnect the water pump inlet connection and inlet port.
  • Page 88 * When using the stabilizers (for eliminating movement- not leveling) on your Airstream be sure to check the fit of your main door before and after extending stabilizers. The fit of the main door can be affected if trailer is not level side to side and front to back.

  • Page 89: Electrical Diagrams

    maintenance electrical Diagrams 12-Volt Diagrams Flying Cloud 8-19...
  • Page 90 maintenance Sheet 1 of 2 8-20 Flying Cloud...
  • Page 91 maintenance Sheet 2 of 2 Flying Cloud 8-21...
  • Page 92 maintenance 110-Volt/30- and 50-amp Diagrams The following electrical diagrams are representative of the National Electric Code (NEC) and Canadian Standards Association (CSA). All circuits are NEC with the exception of CSA circuits as specified in each respective table. 19 Flying Cloud circuit 5, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) main circuit, 30 amp circuit 1, 20 amp...
  • Page 93 maintenance 20 Flying Cloud main circuit, 30 amp galley Receptacle 1.5 Amps galley Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp circuit 5, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps circuit 2, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Water Heater (Wired Direct) 12.0 Amps 5 amp Dc to ac inverter circuit...
  • Page 94 maintenance 23D Flying Cloud entrance Receptacle 1.5 Amps main circuit, 30 amp circuit 1, 20 amp entrance Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps circuit 5, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Water Heater (Wired Direct) 12.0 Amps circuit 2, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) 5 amp Dc to ac inverter circuit Converter (Wired Direct)
  • Page 95 maintenance 23FB Flying Cloud main circuit, 30 amp circuit 5, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) circuit 1, 20 amp Water Heater (Wired Direct) 12.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps 5 amp Dc to ac inverter circuit circuit 2, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) 600 Watt Inverter, 7 Amp Breaker, 10 Amp Transfer Switch Converter (Wired Direct)
  • Page 96 maintenance 25 Flying Cloud main circuit, 30 amp galley end Panel Receptacle 1.5 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp galley Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps galley Receptacle 1.5 Amps circuit 2, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Outside Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Converter (Wired Direct)
  • Page 97 maintenance 25FB Flying Cloud main circuit, 30 amp Dinette Receptacle 1.5 Amps Dinette Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp Blu-Ray Player Receptacle 1.5 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Blu-Ray Player Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps circuit 2, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) circuit 5, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Converter (Wired Direct) 8.0 Amps...
  • Page 98 maintenance 27FB Flying Cloud Lounge Area TV Receptacle 1.5 Amps main circuit, 30 amp Lounge Area TV Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp Dinette Receptacle 1.5 Amps Dinette Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Blu-Ray Player Receptacle 1.5 Amps circuit 2, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa)
  • Page 99 maintenance 27FB Flying Cloud (50 Amp) circuit 5, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) main circuit, 50 amp Microwave Receptacle (Single 20 16.0 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp Amp) circuit 6, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Water heater 12.0 Amps Converter (Wired Direct) 1.5 Amps circuit 2, 20 amp...
  • Page 100 maintenance 28 Flying Cloud main circuit, 30 amp Blu-Ray Player Receptacle 1.5 Amps Blu-Ray Player Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp Curbside Living Area Receptacle 1.5 Amps Curbside Living Area Receptacle 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps - CSA circuit 2, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Dinette Receptacle...
  • Page 101 maintenance 28 Flying Cloud (50 Amp) circuit 4, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) main circuit, 50 amp Bedroom Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp circuit 5, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Microwave Receptacle (Single 20 12.0 Amps Water heater 12.0 Amps Amp)
  • Page 102 maintenance 30 Flying Cloud main circuit, 30 amp circuit 5, 20 amp circuit 1, 20 amp Water Heater (Wired Direct) 12.0 Amps Optional 5 amp Dc to ac inverter circuit Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps 600 Watt Inverter, 7 Amp Breaker, 10 Amp circuit 2, 20 amp Transfer Switch Converter (Wired Direct)
  • Page 103 maintenance 30 Flying Cloud (CSA) Optional 5 amp Dc to ac inverter circuit main circuit, 30 amp 600 Watt Inverter, 7 Amp Breaker, 10 Amp circuit 1, 20 amp Transfer Switch Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Inverted Blu-Ray Player Receptacle circuit 2, 15 amp Inverted Roadside Living Area Receptacle Converter 8.0 Amps...
  • Page 104 maintenance 30 Twin Bunk Flying Cloud main circuit, 30 amp galley gFi Receptacle 1.5 Amps galley gFi Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp Dinette Receptacle 1.5 Amps Dinette Receptacle - CSA 1.0 Amps Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps Main Living Area TV Receptacle 1.5 Amps circuit 2, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa)
  • Page 105 maintenance 30 Flying Cloud (50 Amp) main circuit, 50 amp Curbside Rear Bedroom 1.5 Amps Receptacle* circuit 1, 20 amp Curbside Bedroom Receptacle* 1.5 Amps Water heater 12.0 Amps Blu-Ray Player Receptacle 1.5 Amps circuit 2, 20 amp Optional 5 amp Dc to ac inverter circuit Front Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps 600 Watt Inverter, 7 Amp Breaker, 10 Amp...
  • Page 106 maintenance 30 Flying Cloud (CSA) (50 Amp) main circuit, 50 amp Curbside Rear Bedroom 1.0 Amps Receptacle* circuit 1, 15 amp Curbside Bedroom Receptacle* 1.0 Amps Water heater 12.0 Amps Optional 5 amp Dc to ac inverter circuit circuit 2, 20 amp 600 Watt Inverter, 7 Amp Breaker, 10 Amp Front Air Conditioner 16.0 Amps...
  • Page 107 maintenance 30 Flying Cloud Twin Bunk (50 Amp) circuit 6, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) main circuit, 50 amp Converter (Wired Direct) 8.0 Amps circuit 1, 20 amp (15 amp - cSa) Curbside Front Bedroom 1.5 Amps Water heater 12.0 Amps Receptacle circuit 2, 20 amp...
  • Page 108 maintenance NEUTRAL BUSS 20 20 20 20 GROUND BUSS 8GA BARE COPPER Standard 50 amp circuit Breaker Layout: • Circuit 6 - 20 Amp - Converter, Bedroom, Blu-Ray PLACE BREAKER LABEL HERE. Player Receptacles • Circuit 5 - 20 Amp - Microwave Receptacle GFI Refer, Galley, Bath, Outside, Dinette Receptacles, Front TV, Living Area •...
  • Page 109 The Cat 5 wire plugs into it also inside skin, next to the battery compartment. Front The following diagram depicts the way Airstream wires bed models have the bar located under the front bed. the solar system on factory-installed units and is the Battery cables will run to this bar.

  • Page 110: Faqs And Answers

    Airstream is currently using. For Do i need a water regulator? more information on solar packages, you may wish to Answer: No, your Airstream is equipped with a built in contact your Airstream dealer. regulator rated for 65 psi.
  • Page 111 Walbernize Superseal is a product that was designed I am planning for a trip in my Airstream. How specifically for Airstream and provides good wax should I get the refrigerator cooled down?
  • Page 112 Aerospace Protectant 303 to the seals. Clean edge of glass also. 11 The mattress in my Airstream is an odd shape, where can I buy sheets? Answer: Airstream has a selection of sheets for your Airstream and can be purchased by calling (937) 596- 6111 extension 7400 or 7418.
  • Page 113 RA-400 Patcher for UD Index FAQs and Answers 8-40 Air Conditioner 5-15 Faucets 5-8 Alarms 2-3 Fire Extinguisher 2-6 Antenna 5-11 Floor Plans 4-2 Lube and Maintenance 8-14 Front End Protection Appliances 2-2, 5-14 Awning 6-3 Axle 6-4 Furnace 5-15 Axles 8-10 Gas Regulator 6-6 Backing 7-6...
  • Page 114 Index (Continued) Narrow Body Trailer Tanks Bearing Inspection and Maintenance 8-11 Draining, Dumping, Cleaning 8-14 Nev-R-Lube Bearings 6-4 Thermostat 5-14, 5-17 Inspection 8-11 Tires 8-7 Toilet 5-7 Towing 2-2 General Information 7-5 Operation of Interior Components 5-4 Tow Vehicle 7-2 Overnight Stop 3-7 Trailer Weight 7-3...

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