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AIRSTREAM OWNERS MANUAL

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMGLASS MATT (AGM) BATTERIES (Option)In AGM sealed batteries, the acid is absorbed between the plates and immobilizedby a very fine fiberglass mat. No silica gel is necessary. This glass mat absorbs andimmobilizes the acid while still keeping the acid available to the plates. This allows afast reaction between acid and plate material.Battery Maintenance is an important issue. The battery should be cleaned using abaking soda and water mix; a couple of table spoons to a pint of water. Cable connectionneeds to be clean and tightened. regularly.safety tape off the end of the positive (red) cable with electricians tape. This will preventdamage to the converter and/or electrical system if some accidentally turns theBattery Disconnect switch on.5. Remove the battery box angle bolts and the angle iron holding the battery in place.WARNING: Always support the battery so it can not fall free. The batteryis heavy and personal injury can result from the battery falling.6. Slide the battery from its holder.Battery Storage:The following recommendations may be helpful if the battery is to be stored:Fully charge the battery before putting it in storage. Store in a cool place if possible.POWER CENTER (Converter, 12-Volt Distribution, 110-Volt Distribution)Model WF-8935ANManufacturer:World Friendship CompanyGWhen storing the battery in a vehicle or vessel, it is not necessary to leave it on charge.Disconnect the negative battery cable. This will prevent inadvertent discharging of thebattery that may lead to a complete discharge.Boost charge the battery every 90 days to ensure maximum battery life.For answers to warranty questions, please contact Lifeline Inc. at (800) 527-3224.Battery Removal:1. Turn Battery Disconnect Switch to the off position.2. Remove the galvanized battery cover by loosing the two angle bolts. The cover boltholes are slotted and it will slide out.3. Disconnect the two inline fuses.4. Disconnect the battery cables from the battery, negative (black) cable first. ForDistributor:CHENG USA Inc. Elkhart28255 Charlotte Avenue, Building 2Elkhart Indiana 46517Phone: (574) 294-8997Fax: (574) 294-8698The converter/charging system is the interior low voltage electrical system that enablesyou to use the interior lights, fans, pumps and 12-volt appliances whether operatingon self-contained battery power or 120-volt city power. The 12-volt light bulbs give offthe same light as regular household bulbs, so that when operating on self-containedbattery power, everything works normally except the 110-volt convenience outlets and110-volt appliances. The converter system is designed to maintain constant outputvoltages regardless of the variances that occur in city power systems.G - 3

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