Maytag 2006 owner manual Trailer Equipment and Accessories Motoring Essentials

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			TOWING YOUR AIRSTREAM
Trailer Equipment and Accessories		Motoring Essentials
1.	Water hose, 5/8 in. high pressure, tasteless, odorless, non-toxic,	1.	Display the tow vehicle and trailer registration properly.	B
	(2 -- 25 ft. sections).	2.	Carry drivers license.	B
	(2 -- 25 ft. sections).	2.	Carry drivers license.
2.	“Y” connection -- water hose.	3.	In Canada you’ll need a non-residence liability insurance card and your
3.	The sewer hose with clamp.		birth certificate.
4.	Drain cap with hose drain.	4.	In Mexico you must have special auto insurance.
5.	Holding tank cleaner and deodorizer.	5.	Carry an extra set of the ignition and truck keys in a separate pocket, or
6.	Power cord adapter 30 --amp Capacity.		in your wallet.
7.	50 ft. electric cord, 12-3 wire, 30-ampere capacity.	6.	Keep an operating flashlight with fresh batteries in the glove compartment.
8.	25 ft. electric cord, 10-3, 30-ampere capacity.	7.	Pack the trunk so that you can reach the tools and spare tire
9.	Woodblocks for leveling.		without completely unpacking.
10.	Wheel chocks.	8.	Keep sharp or hard articles securely packed wherever they may be.
11.	Hydraulic jacks.	9.	Do not packed things in the passenger seating area. You need the
12.	Cross type lug wrench and a torque wrench.		maximum space for comfort.
13.	Quality tire gauge.	10.	WEAR easy wash, drip-dry traveling clothes.
14.	Emergency road warning triangle.	11.	Do not make your vacation trips a mileage marathon. Stop and
			relax frequently.
Personal		12.	Carry a first-aid kit.
		13.	Carry your pets dish, food, leash, and health and registration papers.

1.Tow vehicle insurance to cover you and your family fully.

2.Avoiding cash. Use Travelers Checks and credit cards.

3.Confirmed reservations.

4.Have sunglasses, sun block, and insect repellant for everyone.

5.Pack camera and film.

6.Make a checklist of clothing for everyone, and toilet articles.

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Contents Owners Airstream Manual Introduction MODEL Table of Contents Basic Warranty Period Warranty CoverageCare and Maintenance Items CoveredIf Repairs are Needed Installations not CoveredAIRSTREAM, INC Explanation of Airstream Limited Warranty Warranty TransferDealer Representation Excluded Consequential and Incidental DamagesExposure AbuseOverload Reporting Safety Defects ServiceThat MAY be Hazardous Maintenance Schedule Every 5,000 Miles or 90 DaysEvery 1,000 Miles or 60 Days Torque aluminm wheels to110-120 ft. lbsEvery 10, 000 Miles or 6 Months Every Year BULBS, Exterior Suggested Maintenance Parts and LubricantsBULBS, Interior MiscellaneousMaintenance Record Date Dealer Service Performed Warranty and Service TOW Vehicle Equipment Towing Your AirstreamElectric Brakes Loading Weighing Your Trailer Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution Hitching UPSway Control Device Steps for Hitching Up Level tow vehicle and trailer after hitching up Towing Tips Passing Use trailer brakes as parking brakes TrackingBacking Up Interior Suggested PRE-TRAVEL Check ListExterior Trailer Equipment and Accessories Motoring Essentials Towing Your Airstream Camping SafetyPlies the 12 volt current Overnight StopExtended Stay City Water HOOK-UP Shoreline Power SupplyWaste Water System Things not to PUT Into Toilet or DrainsEffects of Prolonged Occupancy Winter TravelingTips to Controlling Condensation Effects of Prolonged OccupancyExcess moisture What factors contribute to mold growth? What are molds ?How can mold growth be inhibited? Failure to Retract Slide OUT RoomCamping Camping Exterior CleaningPossible damage Main DoorScreen Door StepOperation Instructions ChassisTires Tips on Tire Care Spare Tire Tire RotationTire Inflation PSI Cold Axle and Running Gear Assembly Install washer and spindle nut Typical Electronic Controller HOW to USE Your Electric Brakes ProperlyReplacing Power Head Power Jack OptionMaintenance Proper Tire Inflation Load/Inflation Information for Your TiresUnder Inflation HOW Overloading Affects Your TiresTire Care Weighing Your Travel Trailer Or Towed VehicleReplacing Your Tires Proper Inspection and Storage of TiresInterior Bunk BED Dinette Table Water Pump SwitchMonitor Panel Aquajet water pump Optionial EquipmentSmoke Alarm Firex Model B Bath Area Remote SwitchesLinoleum Ceiling Light/Directional LightingWeekly Testing of Your Smoke Alarm Replacing the Battery Taking Care of Your Smoke AlarmSpecial Smoke Alarm Features Using the Tamper Resist Locking MechanismTo Remove LP GAS DetectorLOW Voltage Detector TestFire Extinguisher Normal Operation Carbon Monoxide AlarmCleaning Your Detector Operation only Fill ValveLPG Bottles To InstallVent if the trailer has not been used regularly Basic Rules for SafetyPlumbing Sanitizing Water SYSTEM-SELF ContainedWater Pump and Filter Drain Valves Safari While hooked to city water Aquajet Pump OptionalWater Heater Draining To Empty Fresh Water TankWinterizing and Storage Plumbing Water Heater Bypass Plumbing Deodorizers Drain and Waste SystemEmptying Tanks Black Tank Flush Optional When Parked and Connected to Sewer OutletToilet Water Filtration Safeguards Microtech Filter INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT Battery Replacement Electronic IndicatorOperating Instructions Controlling The WaterLavatory FAUCET, Standard Electrical System Battery Disconnect Switch265 71.3 F 250 62 F 200 16 F 100 +5 F 150 +19 F Battery12V Power Circuits Converter Operation Converter TestingVolt AC Panel Board Converter Cooling SystemInvertor option Back UP Camera PRE-WIREElectrical System DO’S TV AntennaLubricating Rotating Gear Housing Maintenance LubricationSatellite Antenna Wiring Yellow like the sun positive and Green like Solar Panel PRE-WIREExternal Radio Jack Optional Coaxial Cable Wiring SchematicVolt Electrical System City Power Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Gfci Occupant Other circuitFurnace AIR ConditionerMicrowave Ovens RangeRefrigerator Electronic Ignition Water HeaterRelieve the pressure without even realizing it When Equipped with Reverse Switch High Volume Roof Vent OptionalWhen Equipped with Thermostat Cleaning InstructionsMonitor Panel Monitor Wire ConnectionsTo Obtain Exact Reading Specifications Hitch Ball Height Index C-1, E-8, F-3, H-4