Mirage Lift; Keeping Your Vehicle Looking New; Washing Your Vehicle - Blue Bird Q - BUS Owner's Manual

MIRAGE LIFT

To enable the lift, the lift door must be open and the dash lift switch must be on. This will light the dash
switch. The pendant control is now active. The open lift door will engage the brake/throttle interlock. Ex-
tracting the lift will open the gas spring controlled access door on which is mounted a mercury switch. This
switch will then illuminate a red light on the dash. When lift operations are complete, the lift door must be
closed to disengage the brake interlock. The dash lift switch must be out, showing the lift control pendant is
inactive. The red dash light must be out, showing the lift is retracted and the access door is closed. If the
switch or light should come on while driving, stop the bus and correct the condition.

KEEPING YOUR VEHICLE LOOKING NEW

WASHING YOUR VEHICLE

The best way to preserve your vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by frequent washings. Wash the vehicle in
lukewarm or cold water. Do not use hot water or wash in the direct rays of the sun. Do not use strong soap or
chemical detergents. All cleaning agents should be promptly flushed from the surface and not allowed to dry
on the finish.
CAUTION: Pressure washing may cause damage to finish. Pre-test pressure washer on similar surface
prior to applying pressure and chemicals to your vehicle. Pressure washers using recirculated water should
filter the water to remove abrasive grit.
POLISHING AND WAXING YOUR VEHICLE
Polishing with nonabrasive wax is recommended to remove accumulated residue and eliminate any
"weathered" appearance.
FOREIGN MATERIAL DEPOSITS
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 remain on
painted surfaces. Prompt washing may not completely remove all of these deposits. Additional cleaners may
be needed. When using chemical cleaners developed for this purpose, be certain they are safe for use on
painted surfaces.
FINISH DAMAGE
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired promptly. Exposed metal will
corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.
FLOORS AND FLOORCOVERING
It is imperative that the interior of the bus be kept clean and floorcovering is an important part of this
maintenance. Regular cleaning and care will prolong the life of floorcovering and improve the general ap-
pearance.
Floorcoverings should be swept daily and mopped weekly with a mild detergent and water. Do not use
floor sweeping compounds. Be sure that dirt, pencils, paper etc. that may cause the emergency door to im-
properly seal are removed. Do not use harsh detergents and excessive amounts of water. Do not use a water
hose to wash out the bus, deterioration and damage to the wood floor could occur.
WARNING: Petroleum products, such as oil and grease, quickly deteriorate the floorcovering. These type
products should be removed, as soon as possible.
Continuous care must be exercised in the step well area where foreign objects can create a safety hazard.
Soil and debris cannot be permitted to build up as this not only creates a hazard for passengers but hinders
door operation and door sweeps. Ensure that screws for floor trims and aisle trims are seated tightly, so as not
to loosen and create a safety hazard.
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