PREVOST X3-45 Multiplex, Maintenance Manual

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Alcoa Inc. warrants to the original purchaser from Alcoa or its authorized distributor
that a new Alcoa Dura-Bright® aluminum disc heavy duty truck, truck trailer or
bus wheel is free from defects in material and workmanship. Alcoa agrees, without
charge, to repair or replace a Dura-Bright® wheel that fails in normal use and
service because of defects in material or workmanship. Wheels are structurally
warranted for 60 months from the date of manufacture, and the Dura-Bright®
surface treatment is also warranted for 60 months from the date of manufacture.
Alcoa bus mount wheels (10-hole, 11.25-inch bolt circle, 8.670-inch hub bore
with 1.22-inch diameter bolt holes) and other wheels used in transit bus service
are structurally warranted for 120 months from the date of manufacture, and the
Dura-Bright® surface treatment is warranted for 60 months from the date of
manufacture. In all cases, the date of manufacture is shown on the wheel. Alcoa
does not warrant and will not repair, replace or make adjustments with respect to
normal wear or for any wheel that has been damaged or subjected to misuse or
abuse including, without limitation, the following:
(a) Using a tire that is improperly sized according to standards recommended by
Alcoa or the Tire and Rim Association, Inc.;
(b) Loading beyond the applicable maximum wheel load as specified by Alcoa;
(c) Inflating the tire beyond the applicable maximum as specified by Alcoa;
(d) Changing the original condition of the wheel by alteration or by subjecting it
to processing, such as heating, welding, straightening or machining;
(e) Accidents, road conditions, abnormal or severe operating conditions;
(f) Failure to follow instructions and recommended maintenance on the wheel as
set forth in the Alcoa Wheel Service Manual, Alcoa Technical Bulletins and
other Alcoa literature. Recommended maintenance includes, without limitation,
periodic cleaning with standard non-abrasive wheel and/or car wash cleaners/
detergents, valve replacement and rim flange wear inspections and procedures.
This limited warranty in regards to the Dura-Bright® wheel finish (denoted by
Alcoa part numbers ending in “4” and “7”) does not cover corrosion or other
damage associated with the conditions addressed above or associated with the
following: damage in areas of the mounting surfaces (such as lug holes, hubs,
drums and against other wheels in dual position), damage due to cleaning with
abrasives, abrasive brushes, steel wool, scouring pads or strong chemicals
(such as acids or lye-based products), and removal/damage of the Dura-Bright®
wheel finish, including chipping, by contact with road obstacles such as stones,
gravel, concrete curbs, metallic barriers, signs, etc. Alcoa recommends cleaning
the wheels with mild soap and water. For detailed recommended use and
maintenance instructions, see the Alcoa Wheel Service Manual and the Alcoa
Dura-Bright® Wheel Finish Care and Maintenance instructions.
THERE IS NO WARRANTY THAT THE WHEEL IS MERCHANTABLE OR
SATISFACTORY FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NOR IS THERE ANY
OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, ON THE WHEEL.
ALCOA WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY, ITS LIABILITY AND THE
PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY BEING EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE WHEEL.
Repair or replacement will be handled by any authorized Alcoa wheel distributor
or by any Alcoa wheel representative under Alcoa’s return policy. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights under other
applicable laws.
To obtain a copy of the Alcoa Wheel Service Manual, the Alcoa Dura-Bright®
Wheel Finish Care and Maintenance instructions, or other product and specification
literature, contact Alcoa Wheel Products at 800-242-9898 or at 1600 Harvard
Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44105. For additional information on our warranty or
to submit a warranty claim, contact the Alcoa Wheel Service Center at
800-242-9898 (option 2) or 888-279-3055.
Limited Warranty
FOR HEAVY DUTY
TRUCKS, TRUCK
TRAILERS AND
BUSES
Dura-Bright wheels
denoted by Alcoa part
numbers ending with
a “4” and “7” with bead
seat diameters measured
in 0.5-inch increments
Do not exceed maximum wheel
load. Customer must compare
OEM vehicle load raiting to
maximum wheel load rating.
Refer to tire manufacturer’s
recommedation for proper tire
pressure. Before mounting the
tire, perform a wheel fitment check
to ensure proper clearance from
any obstructions.
Alcoa Dura-Bright
®
Wheel
Care and Maintenance
1. Clean frequently with high-pressure water from a hose. The use of a mild
detergent will speed the cleaning process. Do not clean with abrasives, abrasive
brushes, steel wool, scouring pads or strong chemicals, such as acids or lye-
based products. Never spray cold water on extremely hot wheels. Always allow
time to cool before cleaning.
2. When tires are removed, the entire rim must be cleaned and inspected (see
section 2, page 3 of the Alcoa Wheel Service Manual, July 2002). With a brush,
remove any foreign products
from the tire side of the rim (portion of the wheel
that supports the tire). Do not use an abrasive brush to remove dirt, corrosion or
other foreign products from the Dura-Bright® wheel surfaces. Generously coat the
entire air chamber surface with an approved surface protectant and lubricate each
time the tire is removed (see 3-1, page 11 of the Alcoa Wheel Service Manual,
July 2002).
3. To maintain the original appearance of your Alcoa Dura-Bright® wheels, the
following procedures are recommended:
a. After installing new wheels and prior to operating your vehicle, use a
sponge or cloth to wash exposed wheels surfaces with a mild detergent and
warm water. Do not use abrasives, abrasive brushes, steel wool, scouring pads
or strong chemicals (such as acids or lye-based products). Standard off-the-shelf
car wash and wheel detergents are sufficient.
b. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Warm water and a mild detergent
will speed the cleaning process.
c. Wipe dry to avoid water spots.
d. Clean your Alcoa Dura-Bright® wheels using the above procedures
as frequently as required to maintain their appearance. Typical road soils, grime
and brake dust trap moisture, which can cause corrosion over a period of time.
These must be removed regularly. To assist in the removal of excessive dust,
dirt and road grime, the use of warm, high-pressure water with a mild detergent
is recommended. The surface of Alcoa Dura-Bright® wheels will be damaged,
discolored or removed if abrasives, abrasive brushes, steel wool, scouring pads
or strong chemicals (such as acids or lye-based products) are used to clean the
wheel.
DO NOT USE the Alcoa Aluminum Care System on Dura-Bright® wheels
at any time during their service life.
4. Once in service, Dura-Bright® wheels can become nicked or scratched by road
debris and/or mechanical damage. If this occurs, continue to follow the normal
washing and cleaning instructions provided above. The surface of Alcoa Dura-Bright®
wheels is designed to limit cracking and peeling if nicked or scratched while in service.
5. Even as durable as Dura-Bright® wheels are, the mounting area can become
scratched, marred or discolored when mounted against another wheel, hub or
drum. Keeping this surface consistently located. The use of a wheel mounting
surface guard, such as Alcoa DiscMates™, is highly recommended. The use of
the Alcoa Hub Cover System on Alcoa Dura-Bright® wheels will also assist in
limiting such damage and help maintain the appearance of your Alcoa
Dura-Bright® wheels.
Maintenance
against corrosion
Do not exceed maximum wheel
load. Customer must compare
OEM vehicle load raiting to
maximum wheel load rating.
Refer to tire manufacturer’s
recommedation for proper tire
pressure. Before mounting the
tire, perform a wheel fitment check
to ensure proper clearance from
any obstructions.
Abuse can shorten the life of a wheel. Lack of care in changing a tire, heavy
pounding on the wheel rim, overloading or hitting curbs at high speed or a sharp
angle can damage wheels.
Avoid abuse