Blue Bird Micro Bird Operator's Manual page 5

MICRO - BIRD
This Operator's Manual provides some general, as well as
specific information regarding safe operation and maintenance of
your Blue Bird bus. It does not address all items or situations that
may arise and is not a substitute for proper driver and mechanic
training. The exercise of care, common sense, and good driver and
working practices are required for safe operation.
If specific questions or concerns arise that are not adequately
addressed in this manual please contact your Blue Bird distributor.
The distributor will answer your questions or put you in contact
with the proper factory personnel. Throughout this guide, you
will find CAUTIONS
you to be especially careful to avoid personal injury.
are given to prevent you from making an error which could
damage the vehicle and possibly cause personal injury.
Blue Bird Body Company offers many items as standard and
optional equipment to insure reliable and safe transportation of
passengers.
Some examples of this safety equipment are: stop arms,
crossing guards, warning lights, warning light monitors, mirrors,
first aid kits, fire extinguishers, warning reflectors, fusees, direc-
tional and brake lights, warning buzzers, vandal locks, emergency
exits, and seat belts.
It is the drivers responsibility to insure that the safety items
are in proper order. Equipment relating to should be checked for
operation on a daily basis. Safety equipment may vary due to state
and federal specifications.
In addition, the driver/operator must insure that the loading
area around the bus is clear of pedestrians before stopping and that
all unloaded passengers are a safe distance away from the bus
before moving.
Blue Bird has mounted the bus body on the chassis you have
received. You should have also received an operator's manual
with your vehicle from the chassis manufacturer. If you have
failed to receive such a manual, contact the chassis manufacturer's
closest dealership to obtain one. Please read this manual and the
chassis manual carefully before operating or repairing your bus.
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and WARNINGS. WARNINGS
CAUTIONS
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