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Owner's Manual

Q - BUS

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Page 2: ...5 Windows Windshields 30 Windshield Wipers 32 Tires Wheels Rims 33 Kneeling Feature 34 Engine Compartment 35 Engine Operating Instructions 36 Fuel Lubricant Requirements 38 Compressed Natural Gas 39 A...

Page 3: ...rdingly Anytime a system does not perform satisfactorily corrective service should be performed at once Familiarity with automobile operation and controls is not a prerequisite but is assumed to be co...

Page 4: ...operation on a daily basis Safety equipment may vary due to state and federal specifications and individual customer requirements In addition the driver operator must ensure that the loading area arou...

Page 5: ...expense it is recommended the following inspection procedures be followed on a daily basis Any malfunctions or defects should be corrected before the next trip Report needed services to respon sible...

Page 6: ...checks required before you drive away Turn signals right left front rear clean flashing Flasher warning lights front rear clean flashing Headlights hi lo beams Stoplights taillights clean working Haza...

Page 7: ...cle 7 Low coolant warning Indicates when radiator coolant level requires immediate attention 8 Front air brake pressure gauge Indicates air pressure in front brake reservoir 9 Right turn indicator Fla...

Page 8: ...tem available on the Q Bus See Engine Warning Page 38 GAUGE COLOR KEY 1 Gauge reading in green Good system operable OK 2 Gauge reading in yellow System operable but caution should be used Service may...

Page 9: ...PA microphone jack RIGHT SWITCH PANEL 1 Rear heater fan switch Allows heater fan to be turned on to hi or low position Heater located at right hand rear 2 Front dome light switch Controls front dome l...

Page 10: ...er flow through heater Therefore con trolling heater temperature FLOORBOARD AREA 1 Dimmer Switch Selects headlight high or low beam 2 Brake treadle valve Applies ser vice brakes 3 Accelerator pedal Co...

Page 11: ...d Generally more water is required only when flushing solids 2 To flush toilet push lever all the way down until sewage leaves toilet Water flow pressures vary at different locations and therefore hol...

Page 12: ...lithium based grease in an aerosol can gives excellent coverage when care fully directed into moving part joints The very light coating of lubrication provided by aerosol carried sol vent type soluti...

Page 13: ...d kerosene Rub the stain gen tly using small strokes Rinse thoroughly NOTE This type of stain may become permanent if not cleaned immediately Nail polish and lacquer based stains Soak up as much as po...

Page 14: ...ess the accessory must be on during cranking in which case the hot bar should be used 9 Always use insulated rubber boots over hot six 6 gauge wiring on alternator ammeter shunt or junction blocks Qui...

Page 15: ...ion Protects ballast from defective tubes or arcing sockets J Operating temperature range 17 deg C 0 deg F to 65 deg C 150 deg F K Protection Over temperature and reverse polarity protected L Length 4...

Page 16: ...ror is a fully adjustable remote control mir ror that allows the driver to select his her field of vision at will in re sponse to the road environment The controls are located and labeled on the shift...

Page 17: ...nimum distortion However persons or objects seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and appear farther away than when seen in a flat mirror or viewed directly Therefore use care when judging the siz...

Page 18: ...ERGENCY EXITS Emergency exits are clearly identified by the words Emergency Exit Op erating instructions are written close to each exit These illustrations show the different types of emergency exits...

Page 19: ...properties of many engineering plastics and use of these cleaners must be avoided Graffiti resisting coatings often leave a sticky residue that interferes with smooth up down movement of the ventilato...

Page 20: ...to the torque poundages could create a danger of separation of the body and chassis thereby causing possible personal injury or death TOWING OR PUSHING CAUTION Never tow or push a vehicle equipped wi...

Page 21: ...ase the pressure on the doors allowing the doors to be pushed to the open posi tion The front door is equipped with a key lock It may be necessary to push inward on the door when locking or unlocking...

Page 22: ...by the following valves and safety systems Control Valve A four way solenoid activated valve that directs the air flow to either the open extension or closed retraction side of the cylinder This valv...

Page 23: ...base plate assembly and into the crank arm support tubes 3 Temporarily secure the lower door bearing of each panel to the step 4 With the portal seal installed in the retainer as shown in 2917 00 and...

Page 24: ...Cycle the door open and check the panel position The panels should be perpendicular to the bus sidewall A If both panels are out of position by the same amount adjust the bell crank stop to correct B...

Page 25: ...ITS Calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys and other foreign matter may damage vehicle finishes if allowed to r...

Page 26: ...ture with the engine at up to 1800 RPM if possible and turn on the heater fans and the auxiliary water pump if so equipped Under extremely cold weather conditions turning on the heater fans will cause...

Page 27: ...ng procedure should be used Remove seats over heater Remove top heater cover Remove heater tie down screws Remove heater from floor pull it away from the wall and remove hose connections Disconnect mo...

Page 28: ...y heaters is basically dependent upon 1 Adequate engine coolant temperature this can be altered by thermostat rating which should never be higher than recommended by the engine manufacturer and or shu...

Page 29: ...check for continuous stream of water coming out of valve into the deaeration tank no air Close off bleeder valve NOTE It will be necessary every few moments to refill the radiator or surge tank 5 Run...

Page 30: ...or fans to prevent vibratory damage to surrounding and supportive housing parts and fasteners as well as motors Switches are also maintenance free but loose wiring connections to switches or motors c...

Page 31: ...ove horizontal filler strip in glazing rubber on top and bottom of broken glass It will be necessary to cut the hori zontal filler strip after it is pulled past the glass 2 Starting at a corner push g...

Page 32: ...the way over the vent side and replace the removed portion of the Top Vent Track If vent is being replaced because of breakage be sure all pieces of glass are removed from tracks and frame of window...

Page 33: ...the windshield needs cleaning it may be necessary to use the onboard washer To activate it simply push the control knob This will spray the cleaning fluid onto the windshield during wiper operation T...

Page 34: ...utions If the tire looks as if it may contain air under pressure stand to the side and check whether the wheel assembly appears normal by comparing it to another wheel assembly on the vehicle Check wh...

Page 35: ...nd safe load carrying capacity for the vehicle WARNING There have been many reported injuries and deaths from improper handling of wheels and rims Failure to follow directions is the leading cause of...

Page 36: ...he bus before working under or around the bus where personal injury could occur JACK STAND FRONT MAIN FRAME RAIL ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1 Coolant fill 2 Transmission fill and check 3 Oil fill 4 Hydraulic...

Page 37: ...nsciousness and is potentially lethal If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the bus have the cause determined and cor rected as soon as possible The best protection against carbon...

Page 38: ...es The alternator can be damaged Attach ground cable last and remove first 1 Fasten the positive clamp of the boost cable to the positive post of the battery 2 Fasten the negative clamp of the boost c...

Page 39: ...d can result in serious burns Slowly vent off pressure before removing radiator cap FUEL LUBRICANT REQUIREMENTS QBRE units should take advantage of the high energy content and generally lower cost of...

Page 40: ...are available covering the care and use of high pressure cylinders Regulations do not permit filling NGV cylinders with an over charge NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION 52 states Cylinders shall b...

Page 41: ...e common line through high pressure stainless steel tee s and crosses Any open tank thus communicates to any other open tank So for fueling the fuel is back fed through the com mon line to all tanks w...

Page 42: ...pressure before disconnecting any CNG fitting or line Properly tighten all connections and thoroughly check for leaks before applying pressure WARNING Storage tanks must be tested according to specifi...

Page 43: ...stations that cause inferior fuel to be loaded in the vehicles fuel storage system The driving range of a natural gas vehicle is dependent upon driver fuel BTU content vehicle weight gear ratio tire s...

Page 44: ...costly refueling station equipment than fast fill However fast fill refueling time is only slightly longer than gasoline refueling time LNG refueling transfers a cold 260o F liquid under pressure arou...

Page 45: ...dded safety concern of being a cold 260o F liquid under pressure Severe frostbite may occur from contact with LNG or associated cold components Furthermore many common materials change their strength...

Page 46: ...The fuel gauge shows empty if no fuel is available to the mixer Check the tank and main fuel shutoff valves if no fuel is indicated on the fuel gauge NOTE Fuel gauge takes time to register after turn...

Page 47: ...ed through the selector lever located on the right area of dash The selector lever must be in N neutral to start the engine If the engine starts in any other position the neutral start switch is malfu...

Page 48: ...to the Allison transmission shift pattern The downshift inhibitors within the valve body prevent those harmful shifts when the vehicle is going too fast for the next lower gear If the downshifts are a...

Page 49: ...switch to low position CAUTION High idle must not be engaged except when transmission is in neutral and parking brake is applied TRANSMISSION BREATHER The transmission has a self contained breather n...

Page 50: ...ng the changing road and traffic conditions The Allison MD does it for you However knowledge of the gear ranges and when to select them will make vehicle control and your job even easier MD 3060 GEAR...

Page 51: ...s to show that the lighting circuit is working properly If the light does not come on during engine start service should be requested immediately Illumination of this light accompanied by 8 seconds of...

Page 52: ...ed position and cannot be released until the air reserve pressure has been replenished AIR BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1 Raise the tire off the floor NOTE Install jack under the axle not under the bumper 2 Turn...

Page 53: ...brake interlock includes a 12 VDC power unit with integral pressure switches a single actuator displacing 2 9 cubic inches of system fluid and an electronic control module The operator interface of th...

Page 54: ...lost or discon nected Read Warnings and Operating Instructions prior to using 690 Brake Lock TO LOCK TO RELEASE 1 Set parking brake 2 Move lock switch to ON position 1 Move lock switch to OFF position...

Page 55: ...ined and replaced every 2 years See individual Quick Reference Maintenance Chart for complete guidelines for each engine On vehicles used in stop and go service such as the Q Bus engine hoses deterior...

Page 56: ...after toe in has been set on the front axle 2 With front tires on turn angle plates center left front tire in the straight ahead position using align ment equipment Set turn angle plates to zero 3 Th...

Page 57: ...e the steering wheel Retorque the jam nut to 33 37 ft lbs CAUTION Do not exceed the 20 in lbs torque in procedure 9 If torque is exceeded the complete procedure must be repeated CAUTION Relief valve p...

Page 58: ...aring surfaces are in contact then back off 1 6 to 1 4 turn to allow wheel to rotate freely 3 Install the nut lock NOTE Rotate the bearing nut slightly for alignment 4 Install outer jam nut and torque...

Page 59: ...e lightly lubricated and clean free of any dirt grit rust etc Alignment is pre set by the vehicle manufacturer and welded in place however suspension alignment should be checked when any one of the fo...

Page 60: ...65 PSI Disconnect both links and move the control valve actuating levers to ensure all the air is exhausted from the air springs 2 Connect the link to one valve and let the bag fill with air until it...

Page 61: ...SHOCK LENGTH 7 9 12 RIDE HT 4 5 6 2 3 1 5 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE MONTHLY OR 1 000 MILES Lubricate roof hatch weatherseals lock mechanisms Inspect all emergency equipment mounting fasteners Lubricate wi...

Page 62: ...disconnected electrical connections and damaged wiring Check the vehicle brake warning system 6 MONTHS OR 6 000 MILES Check lubricant level in rear axle Inspect rear axle vent Clean and or replace ai...

Page 63: ...ransmission filter Change internal automatic transmission filter Inspect automatic transmission vent Change power steering reservoir filter Change lubricant in rear axle 24 MONTHS OR 24 000 MILES Clea...

Page 64: ...375 ft lbs Torque to 600 625 ft lbs Torque to 100 125 ft lbs 1 2 Torque to 30 35 ft lbs 3 4 Torque to 30 35 ft lbs Inspect for leaks 4 875 inches between bottom of frame rail and top of axle Torque to...

Page 65: ...ook See Bendix Air Brake Handbook Disassemble all valves and lubricate at 100 000 miles See Rockwell Field Maintenance Manual No 4 4 Fittings Use NLGI Grade No 2 Grease See key No 7 page 62 4 Fittings...

Page 66: ...aft or housing If leak is evident fluid oozing out it should be corrected immediately Check for leakage around the shaft or housing If leak is evident fluid oozing out it should be corrected immediate...

Page 67: ...ication required See page 46 See Spicer Service Manual See Spicer Service Manual Use NLGI Grade No 1 or 2 Grease See key No 10 page 62 See Spicer Service Manual Use NLGI Grade No 1 or 2 Grease See key...

Page 68: ...ront Heater Air Filter Check Motor Wheels Fans Check Heater Panels Housing Tighten Heater Hose Clamps BODY MOUNTING Inspect Mounting Bolts MIRRORS Adjust Mirrors SEATS Inspect Mounting Fasteners Inspe...

Page 69: ...Engine Transmission Crankcase Oil Coolant Fluid ENGINE w Filter w o Filter Automatic Cummins 6BTA5 9 17 qts 15 qts 24 6 qts 20 qts Cummins 8 3 C 2 0qts 20 qts 38 qts 19 qts John Deere 8 1 32 qts 30 qt...

Page 70: ...stem Installation 22 Body Component Maintenance Chart 67 Body Mounting 67 Bus Body Care 67 Destination Signs 67 Emergency Equipment 67 Emergency Exits 67 Heaters 67 Mirrors 67 Seats 67 Windows 67 Body...

Page 71: ...tructions 27 Heater Cut Off Valves 28 Heater Defroster Location 27 Heater Hose Clamp Service 29 Heater Motor Resistors 29 Heater Operation 25 Heater Water Capacity Chart 30 Heating 26 Hose Repair 29 O...

Page 72: ...Miles 61 12 Months or 12 000 Miles 61 12 Months or 24 000 Miles 62 24 Months or 24 000 Miles 62 Strip Lighting 14 Suspension Maintenance Chart 63 Neway Front Air 63 Neway Rear Air 63 Reyco Air 63 Tilt...

Page 73: ...Part Number 0002750 Blue Bird Corporation P O Box 937 Fort Valley GA 31030...

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