Airstream Basecamp 2007, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...A TRAILERING GUIDE AIRSTREAM OWNERS MANUAL BASECAMP...

Page 2: ...eel you may be getting in over your head please see your dealer to have the repairs made A brief explanation of the operation of the appliances such as refrigerator furnace water heater and others are...

Page 3: ...resulting in serious injury or death Be sure to follow the instructions in this manual Mold There are mold and mold spores throughout the indoor and outdoor environment There is no practical way to e...

Page 4: ...od insulation upholstery etc Formaldehyde is also the by product of combustion and numerous household products such as some paints coatings and cosmetics However recreational vehicles are much smaller...

Page 5: ...w the recommendations in this manual to address this concern Appliances and Equipment All appliances are delivered to Airstream Inc with in depth Owner s Manuals Those manuals are included in the deli...

Page 6: ...INTRODUCTION 2007 MODEL NOTES...

Page 7: ...ows Prolonged Occupancy D EXTERIOR Cleaning Chassis Axle and Running Gear Electric Brakes Tires Chassis Wiring Kelty Tent E INTERIOR FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES Fabric Care Flooring Fixtures Features...

Page 8: ...f the trailer or component equipment as installed by the factory LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose whether written or oral expressed...

Page 9: ...nsibility in connection with any of its trailers for additional equipment or accessories installed at any dealership or other place of business or by any other party Such installation of equipment or...

Page 10: ...exclusion may not apply to you WARRANTY TRANSFER The basic Airstream Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners for the duration of the warranty period Warranty transfer application forms...

Page 11: ...of the Limited Warranty Overload Damage due to loading either beyond capacity or to cause improper towing be cause of improper balance is beyond Airstream s responsibility The Airstream trailer is en...

Page 12: ...pointment 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 Airst...

Page 13: ...heel lugs before each trip 3 Following winter storage check before beginning a trip 4 Following excessive braking inspect wheel lugs Torque aluminum wheels to 100 ft lbs EVERY 5 000 MILES OR 90 DAYS E...

Page 14: ...Do not use an abrasive cleaner or wax EVERY YEAR Battery Clean neutralize and coat termi nals with petroleum jelly A Frame Step Wire brush and paint frame at front and rear LP Bottle Have purged by L...

Page 15: ...Pin Clips for Hitch Grease Seals Dry Graphite WD 40 or Equivalent Aerosol Lubricant Silicone Lubricant Oil Can with 30 Weight Non Detergent Oil Spray Contact Cleaner Light Household Type Oil Exterior...

Page 16: ...A WARRANTY AND SERVICE A 9 MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED DATE DEALER SERVICE PERFORMED...

Page 17: ...weight to the total load you must pull Consolidate items in storage areas and in the refrigerator Special care must be taken not to overload the front and rear ends of the trailer NOTE Be realistic w...

Page 18: ...ight forward and spray the inside of the switch through the hole with an electric contact cleaner such as Spra Kleen and re insert pin A drop of light household oil on the groove near the base of the...

Page 19: ...sidered abuse and is not covered by warranty WARNING The roof rack tubes are for decorative purposes only and are not intended for carrying cargo DO NOT attach cargo luggage carriers or other equipmen...

Page 20: ...The trailer must be properly loaded as determined above with your allowable personal cargo and variable weights Use a scale such as a bathroom scale that has a lower weight limit than your tongue load...

Page 21: ...al weight Under no condition should it exceed the hitch rating Your hitch installer should provide your hitch rating information to you HITCH JACK The manual hitch jack raises and lowers the trailer f...

Page 22: ...hanging the center of support for the trailer and reducing the weight on the four wheels of the tow vehicle With proper hitch installation and hitching up the bar should have a noticeable amount of th...

Page 23: ...ses sway control devices When passed by large trucks or when exposed to sudden crosswinds the trailer will be pushed and this action will be felt in the tow vehicle It s our understanding the sway con...

Page 24: ...uation Practice this maneuver on a clear highway Don t wait for an emergency then grope for the controller When trailering you might encounter a temporary cooling system overload during severe conditi...

Page 25: ...y the trailer brakes only This will bring the tow vehicle and trailer back into a single line Chains do not help trailer wheels CAUTION When driving in mud and sand let the momentum carry the rig thro...

Page 26: ...he tow vehicle and trailer by turning the steering wheel more sharply and then when they are in line straighten the steering wheel ALWAYS TRY TO BACK TO YOUR LEFT BECAUSE THE VISIBILITY IS MUCH BETTER...

Page 27: ...ontrol devices Tongue weight The tongue weight should be between 10 to 15 of the total travel trailer weight See page xxx of this manual regarding the proper weight distribution of your recreation veh...

Page 28: ...orgotten objects and cleanliness WARNING WHEEL SEPARATION CAN OCCUR 1 On rst trip tighten wheel lugs at start and at 10 25 and 50 miles 2 Thereafter check wheel lugs before each trip 3 Following winte...

Page 29: ...i cate Passport 9 Medical insurance cards Motoring Essentials 1 Display the tow vehicle and trailer registration properly 2 Carry valid drivers license and proof of insurance 3 In Canada you ll need a...

Page 30: ...ated in the forward section of the ceiling and a round closeable vent located in the roadside rear black console The Ram Air roof vent can be opened by sqeezing the top part of the handle to release t...

Page 31: ...B B 15 TOWING NOTES...

Page 32: ...eration WARNING Check the emergency escape routes outside your escape windows at every stop At each campsite make sure you have not parked in such a manner as to block the operation of the escape wind...

Page 33: ...olt shoreline hookups are not available running your tow vehicle with the 7 way power cord hooked up will charge your battery if it does run low on power Before moving on check your campsite for both...

Page 34: ...ar corners of the trailer and come with a handle resembling a miniature tire iron The shaft assembly is locked into the mounting bracket in it s up and down position by two locking notches shown in th...

Page 35: ...on the charge condition of your 12 volt battery system Hooking up the tow vehicle trailer electrical connector and running the tow vehicle engine at a fast idle 45 minutes per day should provide about...

Page 36: ...e position to lock REAR STEP To Lower Step 1 While facing the rear step place one hand on the curve of the step Figure 2 arrow A be prepared to support the step with handle upon step release 2 Make su...

Page 37: ...latches then turning the latches toward the center Push out on the glass and it will swing clear The telescopic rod has a plastic rod cover on its end that will pop off allowing the rod to clear the k...

Page 38: ...nsa tion problem When you recognize the signs of excessive moisture and condensation in the trailer action should be taken to minimize their effects For tips on controlling condensation see the Tips T...

Page 39: ...ill reduce the relative humidity Vents are located in the bathing and cooking areas and constant use is advised during food preparation and bathing even during colder weather Additionally opening a wi...

Page 40: ...erials making them almost impossible to remove without heavy buf ng If asphalt remains on the trailer after washing use a small amount of kerosene on a rag and wipe the spots individually being carefu...

Page 41: ...hicle to allow for the suspension set tling under the added weight WARNING ALWAYS OPEN LATCH HANDLE BEFORE INSERTING BALL OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 Ball Coupler 1 To open slide latch forward Figure 1 a...

Page 42: ...gh hole can affect the alignment immediately The worse culprit is a curb because they are normally struck at an angle Surprisingly rear axles are occasionally damaged when people are attempting to par...

Page 43: ...r rotor using wooden or rawhide mallet 13 Install hub and drum on spindle 14 Install outer bearing 15 Install washer and spindle nut 16 While rotating the wheel tighten the spindle nut with a 12 wrenc...

Page 44: ...frame DO NOT REMOVE PIN FROM SWITCH BECAUSE THIS WILL APPLY THE TRAILER BRAKES WARNING Do not use breakaway switch for parking brake or leave the pin out for longer that a few minutes with the battery...

Page 45: ...re covers to prevent ultra violet deterioration to tires To CHANGE A TIRE with a jack place the jack on the main frame rail just forward of the axle mounting plate WARNING Never attempt to change any...

Page 46: ...ailer must be lifted with a jack as when changing a tire or leveling on very rough terrain ALWAYS PLACE THE LIFTING JACK UNDER THE MAIN FRAME RAIL NEVER USE STABILIZING JACKS or HITCH JACK TO LIFT THE...

Page 47: ...of tread separation handling dif culties and possibly tires failure caused by overheating IMPORTANT Lowering tire pressure in the search for a smoother ride is not only dangerous it s relatively inef...

Page 48: ...ough the ma terials and manufacturing methods are maximized for this kind of service these extra loads can cause stress which can result in exing and loosening of wheel nuts Before each trip and any t...

Page 49: ...om the rim center Rated capacity of the wheel Wheel fastener torque Wheel nut size and shape Impact of any added wheel accessories such as decorative center caps that could affect proper seating of th...

Page 50: ...hassis front outrigger 40 Amp Breaker Under trailer in front of chassis front outrigger 30 A and 15 A Fuses Next to battery box Breakaway Switch Chassis Tongue Kill Switch Converter 40 Amp Breaker Bre...

Page 51: ...ehicles or other fuel burning devices inside or near a tent DO NOT build res under or near a tent DO NOT leave camp res unattended Your failure to follow this warning will cause death serious injury o...

Page 52: ...thers DANGER PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN Children will not under stand and appreciate the FIRE CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING SUFFOCATION AND SEVERE WEATHER hazards described above and will not know how to avoid...

Page 53: ...TE The pole sleeve ends can be found under the navy patches found on either side of the doors 3 Insert the longest of the three poles with grommet tips into the sleeve at the top of the BaseCamp tent...

Page 54: ...leeve until it fully seats against the closed end at the top of the tent 8 Insert the pole ends into the grommet holes in the webbing 9 Locate the grooves in the BaseCamp trailers roof and bumper Figu...

Page 55: ...xt to the small rock and pull until it is tight GUYING OUT If you run two cords at an angle from the side all movement except toward the anchors will be prevented Once you start using cords from the s...

Page 56: ...mper If unknown consult the manufacturer to nd load capacities Do not drive or ride any equipment up or down loading ramp Straps must be secured tightly to limit any movement of the ramp while loading...

Page 57: ...enance Periodically check the strap and the sewn connections on the strap for any fray ing or excessive wear Make sure the strap cam lock is operating properly dirt oil or etc build up may cause cam l...

Page 58: ...uorocarbon water repellent treatment such as 303 Hi Tech Fabric Guard if water repellency is a factor How Can You Get Service Call the dealer or retailer from whom you purchased the product to inspec...

Page 59: ...aucers and consider storing your dish towels around them Better yet use paper plates Who wants to wash dishes when on a trip or vacation SMOKE ALARM FIREX MODEL B Maple Chase Company 2820 Thatcher Roa...

Page 60: ...the unit repack it and return it for repair or replacement TAKING CARE OF YOUR SMOKE ALARM Your smoke alarm has been designed and manufactured to be as maintenance free as possible Here are a few sim...

Page 61: ...odel E also use AA Heavy Duty for light power The miniature lamp operates on two 2 AA batteries For replacement use heavy duty or alkaline AA batteries Eveready 1215 E91 or Duracell M15HD MN1500 CAUTI...

Page 62: ...ence of LP gas which can cause an explosion and or re This normally indicates a leak in the LP gas installation or a LP gas appliance Extinguish all open ames open your windows and door and evacuate t...

Page 63: ...your dealer or Airstream Customer Service for the name of the nearest detec tor service center Please read the operating instructions for your detector which have been supplied with the paper work of...

Page 64: ...d to detect smoke re or any gas other than carbon monoxide 2 To be seen as a substitute for the proper servicing of fuel burning appliances 3 To be used on an intermittent basis or as a portable alarm...

Page 65: ...n CO levels can rise quickly CO is a real danger in Air tight RVs with added insulation sealed windows and other weatherproo ng can trap CO inside The following conditions can result in potentially da...

Page 66: ...lights will ash brie y and the horn will sound a short chirp Press the test reset button and check that the red light ashes and the horn sounds The alarm is now operating and ready for use Medical Kit...

Page 67: ...Sofa Storage The diagram below shows the sofa in the storage position The sofa assembly is hinged and folds neatly against the wall for storage Item A is the fold up sofa leg Item B is a seat belt typ...

Page 68: ...place What ever the cargo and tie down system you choose it is important to immobilize your cargo securely and safely Interior Carrier Tracks Optional Equipment Track TB60 Foot Rapid Tracker II Model...

Page 69: ...reduce the risk of re explosion or asphyxiation 1 Passengers shall not ride in the vehicle storage area while vehicles are pres ent 2 Occupants shall not sleep in the vehicle storage area while vehic...

Page 70: ...ws the pressure downstream from the ow limiting device to equalize When pressure is equalized the ow limiting device will supply normal ow to the system Equalization occurs in approximately 5 seconds...

Page 71: ...nt facing downward Regulators that are not in compartments have been equipped with a protective cover Make sure that regulator vent faces downward and that cover is kept in place to minimize vent bloc...

Page 72: ...heating as the danger of asphyxiation is greater when the appliance is used for long periods of time WARNING Portable fuel burning equipment including wood and char coal grills and stoves shall not b...

Page 73: ...relative easy to use Check that the LPG bottle valve is turned completely off Slide the collar on the female end back and plug the male hose into the connection Release the collar and check that the h...

Page 74: ...led cap for trans porting the tank to be lled To ll the tank simple remove the cap and pull the pump assembly out of the tank Install the sealed cap and transport the tank to be lled Winterizing To wi...

Page 75: ...ze the tank B Multiply Liters of tank capacity by 1 0 the result is the milliliters of bleach needed to sanitize the tank 2 Mix into solution the proper amount of bleach within a container of water 3...

Page 76: ...rizing performance Also recommended are Aqua Kem Green non formaldehyde deodorant Aqua Kem Toss Tabs Aqua Kem Toss Ins or Aqua Kem DRI Read and follow all instructions cautions and warnings on the pac...

Page 77: ...OW THE TANK TO BECOME OVERFILLED Empty the 500 Series Porta Potti tanks when the waste level indicator changes from green to red Fig 6 2 Make sure waste valve handle is in the closed position 3 Remove...

Page 78: ...ow Floor Diagram A Battery B 7 Way Distribution Block C 40 Amp fuse D Break Away Switch BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH The battery disconnect switch is used to separate the battery from the 12 volt distrib...

Page 79: ...ntamination Clean battery top with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly The terminals should be tight and free of corrosion To clean terminals neutralize with a solution of baking soda rinse in clear water...

Page 80: ...The cover bolt holes are slotted and it will slide out 3 Disconnect the two inline fuses 4 Disconnect the battery cables from the battery negative black cable rst For safety tape off the end of the po...

Page 81: ...distribution panel to make sure they are on If the breaker is tripped follow the instructions to reset the breakers If the breaker trips again consult an electrician or certi ed RV technician CONVERTE...

Page 82: ...n open be caused the LED will light up indicating which circuit is open and which fuse needs to be replaced REVERSE Polarity Fuses The WF 8935AN is equipped with reverse polarity fuses Should these fu...

Page 83: ...Water Pump Cooktop Ignitor Circuit 2 15 amp 14 ga Yellow Radio TV Booster Circuit 3 15 Amp 14 ga Pink Roadside 12V power Port Circuit 4 15 amp 14 ga Brown Curbside 12V Power Port Circuit 5 15 amp 14 g...

Page 84: ...none are seen use a continuity tester and check for continuity across the fuses If fuse s are blown this means the RV Battery was accidentally connected in reverse either at the battery or at the con...

Page 85: ...it with proper grounding To operate self contained simply disconnect the power supply cable When your trailer is hooked up to 110 volt AC the converter system automatically charges the trailer batteri...

Page 86: ...wire and ground IMPORTANT NOTE The GFCI circuit breaker will NOT reduce shock hazard if contact is made between a HOT load wire and a neutral wire or 2 HOT load wires Each GFCI circuit breaker is cali...

Page 87: ...protection to any other circuit OCCUPANT Make this test each month and record the date on the chart 1 With handle B in ON position press PUSH TO TEST button A 2 Handle B should move to TRIP position i...

Page 88: ...r Air Conditioner Receptacle Circuit 2 15 amp HACR Breaker Converter Circuit 3 15 amp GFI Breaker Outside Receptacle Curbside Lounge Area Receptacle Roadside Lounge Area Receptacle Galley Area Recepta...

Page 89: ...cle Roadside Lounge Area Receptacle Galley Area Receptacle 110 Volt Wiring Diagram 30 amp Man Circuit Circuit 1 15 amp HACR Breaker Air Conditioner Receptacle Circuit 2 15 amp HACR Breaker Converter M...

Page 90: ...e booster on APPLE I POD MP3 INPUT 12V POWER PORT RCA JACK CONNECTOR PANEL option A 12 volt port two RCA jack cords and a plug in is provided with this option These are used to for a Apple Ipod or MP3...

Page 91: ...G G 14 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NOTES...

Page 92: ...t function if the current drops below 105 volts Low voltage is usually as sociated with older or poorly maintained trailer parks but many people have found their homes built only twenty or thirty year...

Page 93: ...ay shows the current room temperature Power Saver fan and compressor run only when cooling is needed Compressor re starts in 3 minutes after the unit stops Compressor will not stop running for the rst...

Page 94: ...ht will remain on To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner keeping previous settings 1 Turn off air conditioner 2 Press TIMER Indicator light will ash 3 Press the plus or minus TEMP button to c...

Page 95: ...until it reaches 64 F 18 C To set Timer for a 1 to 24 hour delay before air conditioner is turned off air conditioner must be On 1 Press TIMER Indicator light on air conditioner control panel will ash...

Page 96: ...Fan Speed Set FAN SPEED to the desired setting When the air conditioner is operating at Low Cool High Cool on some models Med Cool on some models or Turbo Cool on some models the fan circulates air c...

Page 97: ...horized dealer for an annual checkup Remember the cost of this service call is your responsibility Cleaning the Air Filter The air lter is removable for easy cleaning A clean lter helps remove dust li...

Page 98: ...dealer to schedule an annual checkup The expense of an annual inspection is your responsibility RANGE Optional Equipment Princess Range Top Model Number 1273 Manufacturer Seaward Products 3721 Capito...

Page 99: ...its 12 Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumu late on hood or lter 13 Turn The Ventilating Fan Off when aming foods under the hood The fan if operating may spread th...

Page 100: ...ven consideration in cleaning Steel wool pads and coarse gritty cleansers will scratch and wear down the surface Any gentle kitchen cleansing powder or chemical grease remover will do a good job and y...

Page 101: ...ombines all these features into one complete product like the MaxxFan The MaxxFan opens and closes like most standard roof vents using a manual knob located at the ceiling The controls for the 3 speed...

Page 102: ...s for the individual vehicle as built with its options and cer tain water capacities Gross Vehicular Weight Rating GVWR is the maximum permissible weight of this trailer when fully loaded It includes...

Page 103: ...vary according to the weight you carry and the tires you use However checking the height on your trailer is relatively easy 1 With trailer on fairly level ground measure from ground to bottom of fram...

Page 104: ...5 Electrical G 1 12 Volt G 1 110 Volt G 8 Circuit Breakers G 5 G 9 Escape Window C 6 Exhaust Fans H 10 Extended Stay C 7 Exterior Maintenance D 1 Factory Service A 5 Fans H 10 Faucets F 5 Fire Exting...

Page 105: ...D 8 I 2 Overloading D 8 Rotation Tire D 7 Tent D 12 Tongue Latch D 2 Tongue Weight B 4 Toilet F 7 Towing B 1 Tow Vehicle B 1 TV Antenna G 13 Upholstery E 1 Vents E 2 H 10 Vehicle identi cation Plate...