Maintenance
8-16 2019 Flying Cloud
An Optional, method for winterizing protection, is to
add a non-toxic antifreeze (approved for drinking
water system) to the water lines using the following
procedure:
1� Reconnect all lines except the hose to the pump
inlet port. If you have the winterization kit installed,
just reconnect the outlet hose. Close all drain
valves.
2� Turn water heater bypass valve to bypass position.
Refer to Water Heater Bypass Valve illustration.
3� If you do not have the winterization kit, attach a
length of hose to the pump inlet port. This piece of
hose should be long enough for the free end to be
inserted into and reach the bottom of the antifreeze
container�
4� Dilute the antifreeze solution in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
5� Open all water faucets.
6� Insert hose length into the antifreeze container,
turn the pump switch on, and run the water pump
until the antifreeze solution lls all water lines.
Flush toilet. Work hand shower spray while holding
down in tub.
7� Shut off the pump and close all faucets.
8� Disconnect the hose length from pump inlet tting
and reconnect water system inlet line. If you have
the winterization kit, turn valve back into normal
use position and reinstall hose plug.
Main Door Care
Lubrication
Apply a little parafn or grease to the striker pockets
and a slight amount of household oil to the lock
mechanisms to keep the locks operating smoothly.
Also, lubricate the hinge pins periodically with
household oil. Use the lubricant sparingly and remove
any excess from exterior skin immediately.
Adjustment
Main door adjustment can be affected by:
• The trailer being improperly leveled (causing twisting
of trailer body/shell).*
• Striker bolt alignment being out of adjustment,
(striker bolt is adjustable).
• Screen door being out of adjustment, resulting in a
situation of the door rubbing the frame, or not closing
ush (which will create pressure on the door).
• Main door has come open at some point introducing
a change to the contour of the door frame (check for
sheared rivets on interior skin of door).
* When using the stabilizers (for eliminating movement-
not leveling) on your Airstream be sure to check the
t of your main door before and after extending the
stabilizers. The t of the main door can be affected if
the trailer is not level side to side and front to back.
Windows
Sticking Windows
Forcing the window open may cause the window
to shatter. Always follow the guidelines below for
releasing a stuck window.
1� Unlatch the window latches securing the windows
on the interior�
2� Apply some 303 Aerospace Protectant to a nylon
wedge window tool�
3� Starting in the corner, tuck the end of the nylon tool
under the glass and gently slide to opposite end.
4� Once the window is released, wash the gasket with
a mild soap and water solution, and dry.
5� Apply 303 Aerospace Protectant (Airstream part
# 44845WR-01) to the window gasket. To apply,
spray/pour 303 onto a soft rag or sponge and apply
a generous coating directly to the gasket. Remove
any residue that comes in contact with the exterior
aluminum skin. This may be ordered through the
Airstream Parts Department or at the Airstream
online store at www.airstream.com.
CAUTION
Prying up or applying pressure to the window may
cause the window to shatter, resulting in personal
injury or unit damage.
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