Airstream Land Yacht 1989 User manual

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*1000 Mile Check or 60 Day Check-Out
AUTHORIZATION CARD
This card entitles you, under the exclusive Airstream Certified Performance
Checkout Program, to a 1000 mile (or 60 day..whichever comes first)
Performance Check of your Airstream Land Yacht Motorhome.
*After delivery of your motorhome.
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INTRODUCTION
The Owners Manual for your new Airstream Land Yacht Motorhome is
designed to explain the operation, function and care of the many systems
that make modern motorhoming 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 manufacturer's information supplied in a packet included
with this manual.
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in the literature is
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.
©
Airstream, Inc. 1989

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY AND SERVICE
Warranty
Warranty Explanation
Service
Maintenance Schedule
DRIVING
Safety Check List
Dash Controls & Instruments
Trailer Towing & Driving Tips
Pre-Travel Check List
CHASSIS
Engine
Axle/Brakes/Air Suspension
Tires/Wheels
Cruise Control
Windshield Wiper
Step
CAMPING
Camping Safety
Overnight Stop
Winter Traveling
Extended Stay
EXTERIOR
Cleaning
Windows/Doors
INTERIOR FURNISHINGS & ACCESSORIES
Lounges & Tables
Fabric Care
Features & Fixtures

G„ PLUMBING
LP (Liquid Petroleum) Gas
Water System
Water Pump
Insta Water Dispenser
Faucets
Toilet
Drainage System
H. ELECTRICAL
Battery/Energenius System
12 Volt system
Monitor Panel
TV Antenna
Keyless Entry System
Remote Mirrors
110 Volt System
I. APPLIANCES
Air Conditioner
Furnace
Refrigerator
Range/Oven
Microwave Oven
Water Heater
Power Roof Vent
J.
SPECIFICATIONS

AIRSTREAM, INC.
LIMITED WARRANTY
AIRSTREAM LAND YACHT MOTORHOME
Warranty Coverage
When you buy a new Airstream Land Yacht Motorhome from an authorized
Airstream dealer, Airstream, Inc. warrants the motorhome from defects in
material and workmanship as follows:
Warranty Period
This warranty is for 12,000 miles (20,000 Kilometers) or one year, whichever
occurs first, beginning when the vehicle is delivered to the first retail
purchaser or first placed into demonstrator service. This warranty must
have been started prior to the accumulation of 4,000 miles in order to be
valid.
Items Covered
Any part of the motorhome or any component equipment installed by the
factory is covered by the warranty except the following items which are
not covered:
* Tires
* Battery
* Fuses and Light Bulbs
* Video Recorder
* TV and Radio
* Backing Monitor
* Microwave Oven
* General Motors Chassis
* AC Power Plant
The above items will be handled by their respective service points and
according to their written policy. This limited warranty does not include
failure caused by accident, abuse, normal wear, overload or any cause not
attributable to a defect in original material or workmanship of the
motorhome or component equipment as installed by the factory.
Limitation of Implied Warranties
Ail warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose,
whether written or oral, express or implied, shall extend only for a period
of one year from the date of original purchase, or 12,000 miles whichever
comes first. There are no other warranties which extend beyond those
described on the face hereof and expressly excludes conditions resulting from
normal wear, accident, abuse, exposure or overload. Some states do not
allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the limitation may
not apply to you.
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Airstream's Responsibility
The Airstream Limited Warranty applies for a period of one year from the
date of original purchase, or 12,000 miles whichever occurs first, and the
applicable 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.
Care and Maintenance
This warranty covers only defective material and/or workmanship;
adjustments and checking are excluded. All adjustments are made at the
factory prior to shipment, and rechecked by the dealer prior to delivery to
the customer. An additional checkup, including adjustments, is given at the
1,000 mile or 60 day inspection. Adjustments thereafter become a customer
responsibility.
The owner is also responsible for following all recommendations, instructions
and precautions contained in the Airstream Owner's Manual and the
individual manuals furnished by the chassis, appliance and other
manufacturers.
Installations not Covered
Airstream, Inc. does not accept any responsibility in connection with any of
its motorhomes for additional equipment or accessories installed at any
dealership or other place of business, or by any other party. Such
installation of equipment or accessories by any other party will not be
covered by the terms of this warranty.
If Repairs are Needed
If your motorhome needs repairs under the terms of the Airstream Limited
Warranty, you should:
1. Take your motorhome to your selling dealer or other Authorized
Airstream dealer.
2. If the dealer is incapable of making the repair, request that he
contact the Service Administration Department at Airstream, Inc. for
technical assistance.
3. If repairs are still not made, the customer should contact Airstream,
Inc. 419 w. Pike Street, Jackson Center, Ohio 45334, Attention:
Owner Relations Department and furnish the following information.
* The complete serial number of the motorhome
* Mileage
* Date of original purchase
* Selling dealer
* Nature of service problem and steps or service which have been
performed. (The owner may be directed to another dealer at the
owner's expense.)
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4. If, after taking the above steps, repairs are still not complete,
the Airstream owner may request the motorhome be allowed to be
brought to the Factory Service Center at the owner's expense.
Dealer Representation Excluded
The full extent of Airstream's Limited Warranty is set forth in detail in this
folder, and in the Explanation of Airstream Limited Warranty covered in the
Airstream Motorhome Owner's Manual. Airstream, Inc. will not be
responsible for additional representations or implied warranties made by any
of its dealers to the extent those representations are not a part of, or are
contrary to, the terms and conditions of the Airstream Limited Warranty.
Consequential and Incidental Damages
Airstream, Inc. will not be responsible for any consequential or incidental
expenses or damages resulting from a defect. Incidental expenses include,
but are not limited to, travel expenses, gasoline, oil, lodging, meals,
telephone tolls, loss of work and loss of use of the motorhome. Some
examples of consequential damages would be: stained curtains due to rain
leaks or delaminated floor caused by a plumbing leak. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Warranty Transfer
This limited warranty is transferable to subsequent owners for the duration
of the warranty period. Warranty transfer application forms are available
from your dealer or the Airstream, Inc. Service Administration Department.
Changes in Design
Airstream, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in design and
improvements upon its product without imposing any obligation upon itself to
install the same upon its products theretofore manufactured.
Limited Warranty coverage on the CMA tag axle components, as listed
below, is for 24 months or 24,000 miles from the date of purchase,
whichever occurs first.
* Tag Axle, up to and * Compressor
including spindle
* Air Bags
* Air Lines and Fittings
* Leveling Valves
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights which vary from state to state.
Thor Industries
Airstream, Inc.
419 West Pike
Jackson Center,
Pressure Switch
Air Relief Valve
Air Supply Tank
Check Valve
rights, and you may also have other
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WARRANTY EXPLANATION
Along with your new Airstream motorhome you have purchased the Airstream
Limited Warranty. Read your Limited Warranty carefully. It contains the
entire agreement with respect to Airstream's obligation on the Limited
Warranty on your new vehicle. The terms of the Limited Warranty, and only
those terms, will define 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 twelve (12) months from the original
purchase date, or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Written warranties
of some manufacturers of components of the motorhome will be honored by
Airstream for the duration on that manufacturer's warranty.
Items such as motorhome chassis, engine, tires, batteries and generator are
serviced by their respective manufacturers and will be handled by their
service centers according to the terms of their written policy. Any
warranty forms from these manufacturers should be completed promptly,
preferably at time of purchase.
Your motorhome chassis is prechecked by its manufacturer before delivery to
Airstream. All service to the chassis must be performed by the
manufacturer according to the manufacturer's warranty and service policies.
Literature is supplied with each Airstream motorhome which gives important
information concerning its warranty coverage; however, the Airstream
Limited Warranty covers the chassis heater, defrosters, speed control,
windshield wiper blade, motor, washer, LP gas bottle and gas regulator.
Adjustments to your Airstream motorhome were made at the factory prior to
delivery to the purchaser. An additional checkup, including adjustments, is
made at the 1,000 mile or 60 day inspection. Any adjustments thereafter
are the customer's responsibility and are not covered by the Airstream
Limited Warranty.
Paint and appearance items which show imperfections should be brought to
the attention of your dealer at the time of delivery and during pre-delivery
inspection. Normal deterioration by use and exposure is not covered by the
Airstream Limited Warranty.
Damage to enameled or porcelain surfaces resulting from abrasion, collision
or impact, and broken window glass is not covered by the Airstream Limited
Warranty.
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The Airstream Limited Warranty Excludes:
Normal Wear:
Items such as water purifier packs, curtains, upholstery, floor coverings,
window, door and vent seals may show wear within the one year Limited
Warranty period depending upon the amount of usage, weather and
atmospheric conditions.
Accident
Damage caused by accident is usually visible, and we strongly urge our
dealers and customers to inspect the motorhome upon delivery for any
damage caused by accident while being delivered to the dealer, or while it
is on the dealer's lot. Damage of this nature becomes the dealer's or your
responsibility upon acceptance of the motorhome. GLASS BREAKAGE,
whether obviously struck or mysterious, is always accidental and covered by
most insurance policies.
Abuse
Lack of customer care and/or improper maintenance, including failure to
comply with the terms of the Owner's Manual, or failure to heed proper
vehicle operation shown by the dash instruments are not covered by
warranty.
Exposure
Deterioration by sunlight is possible to such items as tires, curtains or
upholstery. Steel or metal surfaces are subject to the elements, causing
rust and corrosion which is normal and beyond the control and responsibility
of Airstream.
Overload
Damage due to loading beyond capacity or to cause improper balance is not
covered by the Airstream Limited Warranty. The Airstream motorhome body
is engineered to properly handle any normal load. There are limits to the
amount of load that can be safely transported depending upon speed and
road conditions. If these limits have been exceeded the Airstream Limited
Warranty will not cover resulting damage. For additional information on the
load capacity of your motorhome consult your Owner's Manual or gross
vehicle weight rating plate. Each motorhome is aligned during the last
quality inspection. These tolerances will only change if the motorhome is
subjected to abuse, such as dropping off a sharp berm, striking a curb, or
hitting a deep hole in the road. Such damage would be considered as
resulting from an accident which risks are not covered under the warranty.
Abnormal tire wear and/or wheel alignment resulting from such damage is
not covered under the terms of the warranty.
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SERVICE
The Airstream Silver Key Delivery Program is an exclusive Airstream
program. Before leaving the factory each and every vital part of the
motorhome is tested for performance. Each test is signed and certified by
an inspector. After the motorhome arrives on your dealer's lot all of these
vital parts and systems are again tested. When you take delivery of your
new motorhome you will receive a complete checkout.
Silver Key Delivery does not stop here. After you have traveled with your
motorhome for 1000 miles or 60 days (whichever comes first) you can make
an appointment with any one of the Airstream dealers for still another
checkout of your motorhome. At that time a specified list of performance
checks on your motorhome equipment will be conducted and any deficiencies
you have experienced since taking delivery will be corrected.
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. This list is current as
of the date of publication.
Occasionally dealerships change, or new dealers are added who may not
appear on this list. For this reason, it is suggested that you contact your
local dealer from time to time and bring your list up to date. He can also
provide you with additional copies if you need them.
ALL CENTERS OPERATE ON AN APPOINTMENT BASIS FOR THE UTMOST
EFFICIENCY.
When you require service from the Airstream Factory Service Center or a
Certified Dealer Service Center please contact the service manager for an
appointment, and kindly inform him if you are unable to keep the
appointment date or wish to change it.
Service may be arranged at the Factory Service Center by contacting the
Service Coordinator at:
Airstream Factory
Service Center
419 W. Pike Street
Jackson Center, Ohio 45334
Phone: [phone]
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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.
In the event of a defect, the owner must take all reasonable corrective
action to lessen the damages which might result from such defect.
Airstream will not be responsible for damages which could have been
avoided.
Airstream's responsibility is defined solely by the Airstream Limited Warranty
and Airstream is not responsible for or bound by representations or
warranties made by any of its dealers.
Your Airstream Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners of the
motorhome, but only for the duration of the warranty period. Warranty
transfer application forms are available from your dealer or the Airstream
factory.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Note: See Chevrolet and appliance manufacturer's literature for further
information.
EVERY 1000 MILES OR 30 DAYS
Escape Window
Smoke Alarm
Tires
GFI Circuit Breaker
Check operation of latches and upper hinge
Test and replace battery as required
Check tire pressure (70 psi front - 60 psi
rear)
Test and record
EVERY 5000 MILES OR 90 DAYS
Exterior Door locks
Exterior Hinges
LPG Regulator
Main Door Striker
Pocket
Tag Axle
Wheel Lug Bolts
Range Exhaust Hood
Roof Vent Elevator
Screws
Main Door Step
* Rear Suspension Air
Tank
Lubricate with dry graphite
Lubricate with light household oil
Check bottom vent for obstructions
Coat with paraffin
Add lithium bearing grease to tag axle
Torque to 90-95 ft. lbs.
Clean fan blades and wash filter
Lubricate with light household oil
Lubricate moving parts and check
Drain moisture at valve on bottom of tank
* In high humidity the air tank should be drained at 1200 mile intervals.
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EVERY 10,000 MILES OR 6 MONTHS
Electric Brakes (tag axle) Check magnets and shoes
Exterior Clean and wax
Fuel System Replace in-line filter at fuel tank
EVERY YEAR OR 12,000 MILES
Battery Clean, neutralize and coat terminals with
petroleum jelly
LP Tank Have purged by LP supplier
Seams Check seal on exterior seams, windows,
lights, and vents. Reseal with Kool Seal or
equivalent as needed.
Tag Axle Wheel Bearing Clean, Repack
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MAINTENANCE RECORDS
Date
Dealer