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PERATOR

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ANUAL

ORION VII HYBRID VEHICLE

EATTLE

1343B

Printed: December 13, 2010

Summary of Contents for SEATTLE 1343B

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL ORION VII HYBRID VEHICLE SEATTLE 1343B Printed December 13 2010...

Page 2: ...es North America 350 Hazelhurst Road Mississauga Ontario Canada L5J 4T8 Telephone 905 403 1111 Daimler Buses North America 165 Base Road PO Box 748 Oriskany New York USA 13424 Telephone 315 223 5100 2...

Page 3: ...MENT PANEL 9 WARNING LIGHTS AND INDICATORS 13 DRIVER S SIDE CONTROL PANEL 19 MASTER SWITCH 25 Engine Stop Position 25 Day Run Position 25 Night Run Position 25 Park Position 25 DESTINATION SIGNS 26 El...

Page 4: ...ne 38 Starting Engine From Rear Control Panel 38 Stopping Engine From Rear Control Panel 39 Engine Protection System Electronically Controlled Engines Cummins ISB 39 B A E HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM 41...

Page 5: ...trical System 49 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING AND VENTILATION 51 Front Heat Defrost Blower Switch 51 Climate Control System 52 Climate Control System Switch 52 Driver s Booster Blower Switch 52 Fresh Air...

Page 6: ...ion 63 Operation 63 WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINT SYSTEM 65 Mobility Device Securement Instructions 65 ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM 67 Checking and Replenishing Engine Coolant 67 High Coolant Temperature 68 Low Engin...

Page 7: ...safety equipment of the Orion VII EPA10 Hybrid Vehicle All personnel involved in the operation of this vehicle should read this manual before providing any public service For additional information o...

Page 8: ...ttaching and securing restraining belts and to provide assistance when leaving the vehicle Special features of the vehicle fulfill passenger needs in the following areas Kneeling and wheelchair ramp f...

Page 9: ...ediately be brought to the attention of qualified service personnel For further information on the HEV system refer to BAE Systems maintenance manual DANGER Use extreme caution if any work has to be p...

Page 10: ...Booster Blower Vent 5 Driver s Pull Down Sunvisors 6 Door Master Switch 7 Exhaust Regeneration Override Switch 8 Regenerative Braking Switch 9 Gooseneck Microphone 10 Horn Button 11 Front Instrument...

Page 11: ...e operator s area with additional climate control See Fresh Air Ventilation on page 53 5 Driver s Pull Down Sunvisors These adjustable pull down mechanisms located above the operator windshield and op...

Page 12: ...ng various vehicle systems See Front Instrument Panel on page 9 12 Brake Pedal This foot operated treadle valve located on the compartment floor to the immediate right of the steering wheel applies th...

Page 13: ...ides the air system to allow front doors to be opened manually See Malfunction in Opening and Closing Front Door on page 57 20 Driver s Door Control Push Buttons The rear and front door controller pus...

Page 14: ...Operator s Compartment Page 8 c Push down slightly on the lever and gently articulate the wheel until the column locks in place...

Page 15: ...Front Instrument Panel Page 9 FRONT INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 16: ...conditions removed the vehicle from service immediately A flashing red light indicates a critical warning level of 11 under such conditions immediately move the vehicle to a safe location and shutdow...

Page 17: ...ight on the gauge illuminates An EMPTY reading indicates 11 7 gallons of fuel remaining in the fuel tank 7 LED Warning Lights and Indicator Panel The vehicle is equipped with a visual and audible sign...

Page 18: ...air remaining in the front accessory air tank 14 Windshield Wiper Washer Control Valve This rotary knob controls the left and right windshield wiper and has a built in washer control Push in and hold...

Page 19: ...Warning Lights and Indicators Page 13 WARNING LIGHTS AND INDICATORS...

Page 20: ...cation and shutdown the engine Report the fault to service maintenance personnel immediately LEGEND 1 Stop Engine Indicator 2 Left Turn Signal Indicator 3 Alternator Indicator 4 Low Air Pressure Indic...

Page 21: ...to service maintenance personnel immediately 5 Brake ON Indicator This red indicator illuminates when a service brake application is made due to an application of the brake treadle valve an applicati...

Page 22: ...the rear door sensitive edge detects an obstruction which is preventing the door panels from closing completely 13 Right Turn Signal Indicator This green indicator flashes ON OFF when the curbside dir...

Page 23: ...dicator This red indicator illuminates when a fault has been detected with the rear door Contact less Acoustic Sensing System The class error fault will not prohibit operation of the rear doors 22 Reg...

Page 24: ...erature 4 4 C 40 F for start up Once the operating temperature has been reached the indicator lamp will turn OFF and the engine will be ready for start up 27 Anti Lock Braking System ABS ON Indicator...

Page 25: ...Driver s Side Control Panel Page 19 DRIVER S SIDE CONTROL PANEL...

Page 26: ...the operator to increase or decrease the intensity of the operator s light located directly above the operator 5 Roadside Mirror Control This four way push button control remotely adjusts the exterior...

Page 27: ...es the brake interlock circuit to prevent the vehicle from rolling when on an inclined surface 10 PCS Emergency Override Switch This rocker switch will override the HybriDrive protection system This w...

Page 28: ...imate control system 13 Farebox Light Switch This two position ON OFF rocker switch when in the ON position illuminates the overhead farebox light When the Master Switch is in the NIGHT RUN PARK or DA...

Page 29: ...els on the operator s front instrument panel and side control panel 19 Hazard Switch All exterior signal lights will flash simultaneously and the front dash indicator lights will also flash when this...

Page 30: ...Panel Page 24 the ENGINE START switch to start the engine If the engine does not start within 14 seconds the starter interlock will not allow the operator to engage the starter until an additional 60...

Page 31: ...electrical control circuits are energized including the running lights and headlights When the interior light switch is placed in the NORMAL position running lights and headlights illuminate as the Ma...

Page 32: ...ed on the upper left side of the operator s compartment Operator s Display and Keyboard ODK The operator uses the ODK to control and verify the sign system s message displays during normal operation R...

Page 33: ...Route Key Press to allow route number entry This function is determined by the transit authority programming Public Relations P R Message This key is used to enable public relations message code entr...

Page 34: ...play brightness levels The left and right keys are used to scroll through the route an selection menus ENTER Key This permanently enabled key is used to activate a selected message code It functions o...

Page 35: ...9 DRIVER S SEAT LEGEND 1 4 Way Adjustable Headrest Support 2 Back Inclination Handle 3 Seat Inclination Handle 4 Air Lumbar Adjustments 5 Auto Actuator Button 6 Suspension Limitor 7 Height Adjuster 8...

Page 36: ...the seat cushion angle to be adjusted from 1 to 9 4 Air Lumbar Adjustments Three rocker switches are used to adjust the air lumbar requirements Push switch forward to inflate and push switch rearward...

Page 37: ...complete with a retractable seat belt assembly The seat belt is fastened by slowly pulling the buckle over and across the lap and then engaging the buckle on the tongue A quick tug on the belt will lo...

Page 38: ...procedure otherwise known as threshold braking will prevent the annoying jerking motion as the vehicle stops Stop lights on the rear of the vehicle along with the REGENERATIVE APPLIED indicator illumi...

Page 39: ...ontrol Valve The parking brake control valve is located just below the side control panel and must be applied when the vehicle is parked To apply Pull the knob upwards pulling upwards on the knob appl...

Page 40: ...strument panel An audible alarm will sound if the pressure drops below 70 psi When this circuit is activated safely stop the vehicle and report the loss of air to dispatch The vehicle should not be us...

Page 41: ...l be disabled however the wheels will retain normal brake function The remaining unaffected wheel s will retain their ABS function After Servicing ABS System If the ABS light does not go out at igniti...

Page 42: ...DAY RUN position The red STOP ENGINE and an amber CHECK ENGINE light located on the front instrument warning indicator panel will illuminate for approximately 10 seconds for a bulb check 3 Check all u...

Page 43: ...promoting unnecessary wear If idling is unavoidable use the High Idle feature High Idle This feature increases engine idle speed from the normal 800 rpm to 1 100 rpm The High Idle switch located on th...

Page 44: ...INE STOP position Starting Engine From Rear Control Panel DANGER Use extreme caution if any work has to be performed on the engine while it is running High voltage is present at the generator terminal...

Page 45: ...led Engines Cummins ISB The ISB engine is equipped with an engine protection system This system monitors critical engine temperatures and pressures Engine protection features exist for Low Coolant Lev...

Page 46: ...d the CHECK ENGINE and or STOP ENGINE dash indicator lights will illuminate The Electronic Control Module ECM which activates the system immediately limits current available throttle to 80 of full thr...

Page 47: ...d in the ESS for later use Refer to your BAE service manual for further information on the HybriDrive system Propulsion Control System PCS The Hybrid Propulsion System has an electronic protection sys...

Page 48: ...vehicle s speed exceeds 103 of the rated speed When this condition occurs the operator should apply the brakes in order to reduce vehicle speed ACTM rotor speed If the vehicle speed continues to incr...

Page 49: ...tivated and sends a signal to the PCS which determines how much power is to be delivered to the rear axle via the ACTM and at what speed the engine will run When a brake pedal is depressed the pressur...

Page 50: ...e hybrid propulsion system When this condition occurs the vehicle should be removed from service immediately Some possible causes 1 Neither Drive Neutral nor Reverse gear has been selected 2 Both Driv...

Page 51: ...the foot dimmer switch to test both HI and LOW beams Exterior Inspection 1 Clean all windows mirrors and lights 2 Check and inspect tires for correct air pressure wear and damage 3 Inspect the vehicle...

Page 52: ...maximize view of passengers 11 Check operation of front heater defroster unit passenger heaters and air conditioning unit 12 Ensure correct operation of the horn windshield wipers and washer 13 Activa...

Page 53: ...switch positions is explained Front Driver s Light Switch The driver s light switch works independantly of the Master Switch When the driver s light switch is placed in the ON position the light direc...

Page 54: ...high beam indicator illuminates on the indicator panel located on the driver s front instrument panel when high beam headlamps are activated Compartment Lights There are two lights located inside the...

Page 55: ...below the engine panel and a second jumper cable is located in the curbside engine compartment Disconnection of Electrical System This vehicle is equipped with a 24 volt electrical system located on...

Page 56: ...in the OFF position disconnects power to all electrical circuits preventing possible personal injury and or damage to the vehicle If service is to be performed on the engine or electrical system Plac...

Page 57: ...ront heater defroster ventilation unit has three individual outlets The first outlet allows air to be deflected against the windshield and operator s side window for defrosting The other two outlets a...

Page 58: ...ets in the passenger area One adjustable outlet is also located in the operator s area above the side window For the system to operate effectively all windows driver s vents and hatches must be closed...

Page 59: ...f hatch can be positioned to gain desired effect Front Defroster Unit To draw fresh filtered air into the vehicle 1 Turn the TEMP control knob OFF 2 Place the front defroster control knob located to t...

Page 60: ...utlets are also located in the operator s area above the side window and through the outlet located in the front face of the heater defroster unit For the system to operate effectively all windows dri...

Page 61: ...it is first turned ON the display will default to INSIDE TEMP Alarm Indicator When illuminated this amber warning indicator notifies the operator that a fault has been detected in the heating air cond...

Page 62: ...assengers Front Door 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete STOP as close to the curb as possible 2 Press the door control F Front button 3 After passengers have entered or exited the vehicle press the doo...

Page 63: ...artment which faces the passengers also illuminates when a passenger requests a next stop Speed Sensing Interlock Front and rear doors will not open if the vehicle is moving in excess of 2 m p h Malfu...

Page 64: ...o position NORM DISABLE guarded toggle switch located inside the front destination sign compartment deactivates the brake interlocks The accelerator and brake interlocks will be released when the togg...

Page 65: ...by authorizing the rear door External Front Door Access Switch The front doors can be opened by the operator from outside the vehicle by activating a toggle switch located in the windshield washer fi...

Page 66: ...and can be pushed out at the bottom for emergency egress Become familiar with the location of all egress windows and any other emergency exits before putting the vehicle into service To push out the...

Page 67: ...n Kneeling System Operating Procedure Lowering the vehicle 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop Push the front door control button to open the front doors NOTE The kneeling system will only operate...

Page 68: ...ssing and holding the kneeling switch in the DOWN position will cause the red front dash kneeling indicator light to illuminate and an audible alarm to sound the exterior kneeling ramp light will also...

Page 69: ...the hook on the T handle key into ramp channel and lift ramp upward Grab hold of the handle strap on the ramp and slowly lower the ramp into position To stow the ramp use the grab handle and lift the...

Page 70: ...press the lower part of the ramp switch until the ramp has stowed and returned to its original position in the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle to its normal ride height close the front door and release t...

Page 71: ...instructions are also affixed to the bottom of the flip up seats at each wheelchair position Step 1 Secure Wheelchair 1 Center the wheelchair facing forward in the vehicle s securement position betwe...

Page 72: ...belt tongue diagonally across the upper torso of the occupant s hip aisle side and fasten together Fig A2 Step 3 Release Wheelchair and Occupant 1 Carefully remove occupant s lap and shoulder belt 2...

Page 73: ...gnetic fan clutch The clutch engages after the engine fan controller monitors both water and oil temperatures When both electro magnetic couplings are de energized the fan operates at between 200 to 3...

Page 74: ...lant exceeds normal operating temperature Wait until boiling has stopped and the engine is cool before adding coolant Low Engine Coolant Level The vehicle is equipped with a warning system designed to...

Page 75: ...or light located on the front instrument panel will illuminate and an audible alarm will sound The operator should notify maintenance immediately If the HEV dash indicator light illuminates along with...

Page 76: ...ctrical circuits are working properly LEGEND 1 Power Indicator 2 Trouble Indicator 3 Fire Indicator 4 Trace Gas Level Indicator 5 Significant Gas Level Indicator 6 Alarm Silence Indicator 7 System Tes...

Page 77: ...hen a dangerous gas concentration has been detected A light will illuminate in the zone in which the gas concentration has been identified Suspend all vehicle operations immediately and evacuate the b...

Page 78: ...will begin the shutdown sequence again and the RELAY ENGAGED light will remain illuminated An internal diagnostic test button is also present but should be utilized by maintenance personnel only The v...

Page 79: ...the vehicle in a safe location 2 Shut off engine 3 Pull the ring pin on the manual actuator located on the front instrument panel This will activate the fire suppression system propelling dry chemica...

Page 80: ...ergy Storage System Enclosure ESS 5 Thermo King Air Conditioning Unit 6 Rear Upper Compartment Access Door 7 Rear Engine Compartment Access Door 8 Engine Oil Filler Access Door 9 Rear Roof Hatch 10 EA...

Page 81: ...door 7 Rear Engine Compartment Access Door Complete access to engine belts A C compressor jumper cable and other components are available through this door 8 Engine Oil Filler Access Door 9 Rear Roof...

Page 82: ...cess Door 16 Air Cleaner Access Door 17 Webasto Heater Compartment Door Webasto heater fuel filter air conditioning compressor power steering pump reservoir and diesel exhaust fuel tank are also acces...

Page 83: ...xle Meritor 71163 Tire Size Bridgestone 305 70R22 5 Rating H Model R192FZ Wheel Size FIRESTONE White steel 8 25 X 22 5 Engine Cummins ISB EPA10 Hybrid 260 hp HybriDrive Alternating Current Traction Mo...

Page 84: ...remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Daimler Buses North America To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll fr...

Page 85: ...blower vent driver s 5 brake pedal 6 C climate control system 52 53 cooling system 67 anti freeze chart 69 high coolant temperature 68 low coolant level 68 D destination sign 26 0 through 9 keys 27 a...

Page 86: ...escape exits 60 push out egress windows 60 engine check replenish coolant 67 engine inspection pre start up 36 low coolant level 39 low oil pressure 39 operation 36 starting an electronic controlled...

Page 87: ...ter defroster control 12 kneeling system switch 11 parking emergency brake 10 temperature control 12 warning indicator lights 11 wheelchair ramp switch 11 windshield wiper washer control 12 wiper cont...

Page 88: ...t door area flood lamps 48 exit door authorization lamp 48 exterior 48 hazard warning lights 49 headlamps 48 interior lighting 47 lighting operation 47 main electrical compartment light 48 stoplights...

Page 89: ...ter switch 21 retarder disable switch 6 right dash fan 20 speakers switch 23 steering column tilt telescopic 7 sunvisors 5 switch front heat defrost blower 51 T transmission gear range selector altern...

Page 90: ...e braking applied indicator 17 regenerative braking off indicator 17 right turn signal 16 stop engine 14 stop hev indicator 17 wait to start 18 warning interlock deactivated 16 wheelchair ramp 16 whee...

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