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Page 1 POINTER Operation Guide...
Page 2 Publication Number 2225 ~ Dart 4 & 6 cylinder/ Pointer Used on & up to Chassis No 7465 (not including 7375) ~ September 2003 (03/04)
Page 3: Introduction
Whilst every effort is made to ensure This operation guide is based to provide drivers with information to the information given in this handbook on the Pointer body and Dart help them to operate their vehicles is correct at the time of going to print, chassis...
Page 4: Key To Symbols
Introduction Key to Symbols Buyer's Obligations Options Please take note of the following CAUTION symbols, used throughout this manual imperative that which identify any health hazards or Items marked with this sign are fitted maintenance procedures are instructions to prevent any personal as options.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ....3 Brake Pedal ....26 Starting and Driving 36 - 42 Parking Brake .
Page 6 Table of Contents Posilock Refuelling ... .46 Hydraulic System ... . .57 Cooling System ....57 Cleaning 47 - 49 Engine Oil Level Check .
Page 7: General Description
General Description The Pointer Body and Dart SLF chassis The front and rear suspension consists are available in various body lengths. of trailing taper leaf springs and a They are powered by either a 4 or 6 panhard rod supported by air springs cylinder turbo charged diesel engine and hydraulic dampers.
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Plate
Vehicle Identification Plate Key to Labels DENNIS W.P.O. 52646 GUILDFORD, ENGLAND Type Approval Number Vehicle Identification VEHICLE DART SLF Gross Weight TYPE Train Weight ENGINE Axle 1 Weight V.I.N. SFD2B2CR31GW11234 CUMMINS ISBe 135PS TYPE Axle 2 Weight Axle 3 weight...
Page 9: Vehicle Identification Sheet
Vehicle Identification Sheet Chassis Bodywork V.I.N. No ........Bodybuilder .
Page 10: Controls And Instruments
Control Layout WAIT TO START Drive can only be CAUTION selected when the footbrake is depressed km/h WHEELCHAIR RAMP Maximum safe working load - 300kg OPEN CLOSE DOOR DOOR OPEN CLOSE DOOR DOOR FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER RAISE WHEELCHAIR RAMP RETRACT EXTEND...
Page 11 Control Layout 1. Instruments .....Page 10 - 11 10. Suspension Kneel Buttons ..Page 2.
Page 12: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel WAIT TO START Drive can only be CAUTION selected when the footbrake is depressed km/h...
Page 13 Instrument Panel Engine Coolant Temperature Master Switch 11. Hazard Warning Switch Gauge Operates the master solenoid Operating the switch causes all which disconnects and connects Indicates the temperature of the the direction indicators to flash the batteries from all circuits engine coolant.
Page 14: Warning Lights
Warning Lights WAIT TO START Centre Door (Red) Engine Check (Yellow) Master Warning (Red) Illuminates when the centre If this light illuminates, a minor If this light comes on, the door is open. fault has occurred which may vehicle must be stopped as result in reduced power.
Page 15 Warning Lights WAIT TO START Parking Brake (Red) High Gearbox Temperature Engine Door (Red) (Red) Illuminates when the Parking Illuminates if the engine rear Brake is applied. door is not closed. Illuminates when the gearbox oil temperature is too high. (Red) Battery Charging (Red) illuminates when the ignition is...
Page 16 Warning Lights WAIT TO START Engine Check (Red) Low Air Pressure (Red) Transmission Fault (Red) Indicates the transmission has If this light illuminates, a major illuminates buzzer developed a fault. fault has occurred. The vehicle sounds when the air pressure should be driven to the side of in the air system is too low.
Page 17 Warning Lights Warning Light Function Safety Instruction warning lamp the remains switched off when the dynamic system test has The warning lamp informs the driver of While the ABS increases the vehicle successfully concluded the system condition and to transmit safety, it is not able to overcome natural blink codes for system and diagnostic physical laws.
Page 18 Warning Lights Body Functions Passenger Stop Request Wheelchair Pasenger Request Stop Illuminated when a passenger requests stop by pushing stop Illuminated when the push button button. at the wheelchair location or the external push to rear of entrance door has been pressed. Blank Cover Ramp Extended Illuminated whilst the ramp is in...
Page 19: Switch Bank
Controls Switch Bank Saloon Lights Demister Air Conditioning Switch Press to operate two Activates the cab air illuminate either: speed fan to demist. conditioning system. Also set temperature Two position switch LH - Standard Lighting. control to Hot position. giving slow and fast air to cab.
Page 20: Heating & Ventilation
Controls Heating & Ventilation General The system consists of two parts: Saloon - heating provided by convectors running along both sides of the vehicle. entrance area Operation demisting, heating and ventilation Saloon Heating Toggle Switch provided by radiator/fan unit Switch to On position. The three position located below the LH front dash.
Page 21: Multi Function Switch
Controls Multi Function Switch Windscreen Wash Windscreen Wipers Timed Interval The Windscreen Wipers are switched To activate the Wash System, push the In this position the wipers make a on by rotating the body of the body of the Switch towards the Steering single sweep across the windscreen at Multifunction Switch.
Page 22 Controls Multi Function Switch Direction Indicators Headlights: Dipped/Main Beam Horn Press Horn push button on end of Pull lever upwards to change between Direction Indicator Right - Move lever Multifunction Switch. Dip and Main Beam. clockwise. Headlights: Flash Direction Indicator Left - Move lever anticlockwise.
Page 23: Automatic Gearbox Selector
Controls Automatic Gearbox Range Selector AT545 Selector 2000 Series Selector B300R Keypad Selector R Reverse (press with reverse R Reverse R Reverse interlock) N Neutral (Starter interlock released) N Neutral (Starter interlock released) N Neutral D Drive (normal automatic operating D Drive (normal automatic operating D Drive (normal automatic operating range)
Page 24: Reverse Interlock Button
Controls Automatic Gearbox Range Selector Reverse Interlock Voith Selector Reverse Interlock Button (Yellow) The button must be pressed in VOITH conjunction with the reverse gear button. Failure to do so will result in reverse gear not being selected. R Reverse D Drive (normal automatic operating range) N Neutral (starter interlock released)
Page 25: Steering Column
Controls Steering Column The vehicle is fitted with an air CAUTION adjustable steering column. column is adjustable for height and The steering column is only rake. adjustable when handbrake The foot operated column adjustment position, the column cannot be switch is mounted in the floorplate adjusted when the vehicle is directly in front of the column.
Page 26: Accelerator Pedal
Controls Accelerator Pedal Brake Pedal Parking Brake The accelerator pedal controls the brake pedal controls The parking brake (handbrake) is engine and bus speed. application of the bus service brake applied by pulling back the lever until it and integral transmission retarder. Use locks into position.
Page 27: Vehicle Lift System
Controls Vehicle Lift System The vehicle lift system is designed to When returning the vehicle to its raise the ground clearance of the normal ride height, press the switch on vehicle by approximately 60mm and the instrument panel and the vehicle increase the vehicle's approach and will start to lower.
Page 28: Suspension Kneeling System
Controls Suspension Kneeling System The Kneeling System may be fitted with options specified by the Bodybuilder covered this page. Operators must familiarise themselves with any instructions issued by the Bodybuilder. The Kneeling System deflates and inflates the suspension air bags on the front suspension.
Page 29: Doors
Controls Doors The door controls are mounted on the 1. Front Door Open Button - Red The buttons are not operative if: driver's side console. The controls fitted Press the button to open the front • The vehicle is moving. depend if the body is a single or twin doors.
Page 30: Ramp
Controls Ramp The ramp controls are mounted on the 2. Ramp Retract Button - Green The buttons are not operative if: driver's side console. Press the button to retract the ramp. • The vehicle is moving. • The handbrake is not ON. A door brake is applied to prevent NOTE movement of the vehicle at all times the...
Page 31: Driver's Seat
Controls Driver’s Seat The driver’s seat is adjustable for To adjust the backrest, raise lever (B), To adjust the forward and rearward height and backrest position and move the backrest into a comfortable position raise the bar (C) at the front of forward and rearward positioning.
Page 32: Emergency Equipment
Emergency Equipment Break Glass Hammer Fire Extinguisher The break glass hammer is located in a The fire extinguisher is mounted on the compartment above the passenger front bulkhead adjacent the driver's saloon rear window. Access to the compartment. hammer is gained by pushing out the transparent cover.
Page 33: Emergency Exit Doors
Emergency Exit Doors Main Door External Operation Internal Operation The main doors can be opened and Emergency Opening closed by using the internal buttons. Push button (A), the doors will open. Emergency Opening To open the doors push button (B). Closing The doors can also be closed from this position by using the internal close...
Page 34: Centre Door
Emergency Exit Doors Centre Exit Door External Operation Internal Operation The main doors can be opened and Emergency Opening closed by using the internal buttons. Push button (A), the doors will open. Emergency Opening To open the doors push button (B). Closing The doors can also be closed from this position by using the internal close...
Page 35: Rear Door
Emergency Exit Doors Rear Door Internal Operation External Operation The rear emergency door is secured by Pull lever (B) firmly to the full extent of means of two forked latches and its travel and pull the door open. activation is by interior and exterior handles.
Page 36: Starting And Driving
Starting and Driving CRT Exhaust Engine Fuel Requirement Normal Starting Procedure • Check that the battery charge warning light goes out. Vehicles fitted with a CRT exhaust • Ensure the parking brake is in system (Continuously Regenerating the ON position. •...
Page 37 Starting and Driving Engine Shutting Down • Sudden changes in engine CAUTION operating temperature or oil After full load operation, idle the engine Continuous operation with pressure. for 3 - 5 minutes before shutting off to low coolant temperature allow the oil and coolant to remove heat below 60°C or high coolant from many parts, especially the temperature above 100°C...
Page 38: Automatic Gearbox
Starting and Driving Automatic Gearbox Starting and Driving Away CAUTION WARNING The engine can only be started with the Never accelerate when An accident may occur, if neutral button (N) selected. With the operating the speed range inadvertently the accelerator vehicle standing still, the parking brake selector.
Page 39 Starting and Driving Automatic Gearbox Speed Ranges Drive CAUTION The transmission will prevent a change This is the normal forward gear. When Never change from neutral (N) into any range at a speed which will the accelerator is depressed, the to drive (D) or reverse (R) at cause the engine to over speed.
Page 40 Starting and Driving Automatic Gearbox On certain gradients the gearbox may During longer stops the neutral (N) constant flow of power through the tend to “hunt”, that is to shift up and button should be selected and the drive train. When driving on ice or down at frequent intervals.
Page 41: Retarder
Starting and Driving Retarder The retarder is an electromagnetic No special equipment is visible in the brake, and suffers no mechanical wear. driver's cab, except a retarder warning This saves wear on the service brakes lamp which illuminates when the and in an emergency the full braking retarder is in operation.
Page 42: Engine Shutdown
Starting and Driving Engine Shutdown Emergency Engine Stop Speed Control Humps • Apply the handbrake. The emergency stop control is located It is important to recognise that there in the engine compartment to the left of should be a normal maximum speed of •...
Page 43: Batteries & Carrier
Batteries & Carrier Battery Jump Starting Method 1 CAUTION Use the boost socket only to connect The vehicle features a swing General donor battery to the recipient battery. out battery carrier. After any Direct connection of either slave maintenance has been carried Method 2 batteries or a donor vehicle battery to a out it is essential that the tray...
Page 44: Filling Points
Filling Points Fuel Oil Windscreen Wash Engine Oil - Side Dip The windscreen washer reservoir is The filler cap is located behind the If the vehicle is fitted with side dip and located behind the body front outer access door flap located at the rear fill option.
Page 45: Hydraulic Oil
Filling Points Hydraulic Oil Coolant WARNING Do not remove the cap while system hot/under pressure. Suddenly removing the cap will allow scalding steam or coolant spray to escape, possibly resulting in injury. The hydraulic filler is located in the The coolant filler cap is located behind engine compartment at the rear of the an access door flap at the rear right vehicle.
Page 46: Posilock Refuelling
Posilock Refuelling Refuelling Procedure Remove dust cap from filler neck. Connect the nozzle to the adaptor Rotate the poppet lever clockwise. and rotate it anticlockwise to lock it in place. Rotate the poppet lever clockwise Pull fuelling trigger towards you Disengage nozzle from adaptor until it locks in position.
Page 47: Cleaning
Cleaning Body Exterior Body Interior Exterior Paintwork Sponge clean regularly with soap and warm water. CAUTION CAUTION The recommended composition of any All cleaning materials must All cleaning materials must soaps used should be as shown: used strictly used strictly accordance with accordance...
Page 48: Moquette
Cleaning Body Interior Moquette Flooring Flooring must be rinsed to ensure thorough removal of the cleaning Vacuum clean regularly. Remove Regular upkeep with suitable products agents’ residue, thus avoiding a heavy soiling with a stiff brush. Stains is the best guarantee that the flooring reduction slip-resistance should be removed using a proprietary...
Page 49: Cleaning
Cleaning Body Interior Flooring (continued) Stain Removal • Phosphate: None Examples of combined cleaning • Ammonia: None In many cases a stronger concentration of the maintenance detergent will cycles: • Perfume: Optional remove stubborn stains. Where the • Aisles swept or vacuumed stain is of a more permanent nature every day.
Page 50: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Points Air Cleaner Hydraulic Tank Restriction Transmission Dipstick Dipstick Indicator Coolant Filler (behind flap) Emergency Stop Button Coolant Sight Level Air Cleaner Hydraulic Oil Tank Sight Level Gauge Fuel Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Dipstick Filler Cap Before driving the vehicle, the recommended daily checks should be carried out. For the complete service schedule see the Service Manual.
Page 51: Maintenance Summary
Maintenance Summary Preventive maintenance begins with a day to day awareness of the condition of the vehicle. Description Operation Daily Engine Check oil level Check coolant level Drain fuel / water separator Drain sedimenter Check for fluid leakage Check for loose or damaged parts Visually inspect for loose, chunked, or frayed belts Air Cleaner Check restriction indicator...
Page 52 Maintenance Maintenance Points Air Cleaner Hydraulic Tank Restriction Transmission Dipstick Dipstick Indicator Coolant Filler (behind flap) Emergency Stop Button Coolant Sight Level Air Cleaner Hydraulic Oil Tank Sight Level Gauge Fuel Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Dipstick Filler Cap Before driving the vehicle, the recommended daily checks should be carried out. For the complete service schedule see the Service Manual.
Page 53 Maintenance Summary Preventive maintenance begins with a day to day awareness of the condition of the vehicle. Description Operation Daily Steering Check for play at steering wheel Hydraulic System Check reservoir fluid level Electrical Check alternator is charging Check battery level Check operation of all lights Check instruments for correct operation Check horn...
Page 54: Maintenance Summary
Maintenance Summary Preventive maintenance begins with a day to day awareness of the condition of the vehicle. Description Operation Daily Doors Check the operation of all doors Check emergency door is unlocked Check locker and access door/flaps are secure Heating, Ventilation Check that all systems are operational &...
Page 55: Body Checks
Maintenance Body Checks Corrosion Inspection Heating System NOTE Check all pipe joints for signs of When inspecting the underside of the It is important to act quickly in weeping anti-freeze. Ensure gate Vehicle or Bodywork view all the rectifying defects, valves are capable of being turned on understructure which...
Page 56: Air Braking System
Maintenance Checks Air Braking System Electrical System Check that the low air buzzer comes on Check the operation of all lights, NOTE with the ignition and goes off once the switches, warning lights, direction Before driving the vehicle, the vehicle is started and the air pressure indicators, stop lights and the horn.
Page 57: Hydraulic System
Maintenance Checks Hydraulic System Cooling System Engine Oil Level The hydraulic dipstick and filler is The coolant level should be checked The engine oil dipstick is situated at the situated to the right of the engine on the when the engine is cold or after 15 rear of the vehicle with the oil and fuel frame upright.
Page 58: At 545 Gearbox Oil Level
Maintenance Checks Gearbox Oil - AT545 Gearbox Oil - 2000 Series Gearbox Oil - B300R The gearbox dipstick and filler is The gearbox dipstick and filler is The gearbox dipstick and filler is situated to the left of the engine at the situated to the left of the engine at the situated to the left of the engine at the rear.
Page 59: Voith Gearbox Oil Level
Maintenance Checks Gearbox Oil - Voith Ride Height To check the gearbox oil level the Visually check to ensure the vehicle is vehicle must be on level ground with sitting level. the parking brake applied and at operating temperature. With the engine idling and neutral 'N' gear selected, remove the dipstick and clean.
Page 60: Lubrication Diagram
Maintenance Lubrication...
Page 61: Lubrication Chart
Maintenance Lubrication Chart Vehicle Capacity Specification Recommended Component in litres Brand cylinder Engine 4 API CG-4/SH Engine 6 cylinder 17.5 ACEA E5 15W/40 Texaco Ursa Super Premium* CES 20077 Gearbox - Allison AT545 Initial fill 18.9 Oil change API:CG-4/SH - SAE 15W/40 Texaco Ursa Super LA* Gearbox - Allison 2000 series Initial fill...
Page 62: Emergency Repairs
Emergency Repairs Jacking Points Front Axle If the jacking point cannot be used (for WARNING example, if the jack is too tall to fit under the side of the vehicle), a long It is not permissible to jack on reach low height floor jack should be any part of the frame other positioned under the front of the vehicle than...
Page 63 Emergency Repairs Rear Axle Jacking Points The jack may be positioned in the following locations: Under the chassis frame, where the Directly under the base of the air crossmember in front of the rear spring. axle crosses the frame longitudinal. CAUTION The jack must be directly beneath the air spring base.
Page 64: Tyre Pressures
Emergency Repairs Tyre Pressures Tyre Pressure Recommendations - Typical Axle Loads Laden Front Axle Load Laden Rear Axle Load Tyre Size Pressure Pressure Load (kg) Load (kg) 245/70R19.5 XZA 3300 5.50 7000 6.25 245/70R19.5 XZE2 3500 5.85 7200 6.45 245/70R19.5 XZE2+ 3700 6.25 7400...
Page 65 Emergency Repairs Tyre Pressures Tyre pressures for any vehicle will The table on Page 64 gives the The pressures quoted have been depend on its laden axle loadings. The nominal pressures for a range of axle determined to ensure an acceptable pressures can therefore only be finally loadings and can be used as a basis for compromise between ride comfort,...
Page 66: Wheels And Tyres
Emergency Repairs Wheels and Tyres Changing Road Wheels Wheel Nut Torque • Chock the wheels. Front & Rear • Clean the wheel nuts and and 385 - 425 Nm (283 - 313 lbf ft). check that the threads are undamaged. Replacement Tyres •...
Page 67: Towing
Towing Releasing Parking Brake The vehicle should be towed only from • Replace spring brake the towing eye. The towing eyes actuator caps. • Place chocks behind and in should be screwed into both of the front of the wheels. tapped sockets in the rear or front CAUTION crossmember.
Page 68: Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index Cooling System Check, 57 CRT Exhaust, 36 ABS, 17 Gearbox Oil Check, 58, 59 Accelerator Pedal, 26 Air Braking System Check, 56 Direction Indicators, 22 Hazard Warning Switch, 13 Air Pressure Gauges, 13 Doors, 29 Headlights, 22 Automatic Gearbox, 38, 39, 40 Headlights Switch, 13 Automatic Gearbox Range Selector, Electrical System Check, 56...
Page 69: Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index Speed Control Humps, 42 Steering Column, 25 Main Door, 33 Suspension Kneeling System, 28 Maintenance Checks, Daily, 56, 57, 58, Symbols, Key to, 4 Maintenance Points, 50, 52 Master Switch, 13 Towing, 67 Multi Function Switch, 21, 22 Tyre Pressures, 64, 65 Tyres, 66 Parking Brake, 26...
Page 72 TransBus International reserve the right to change the procedures, materials, specification, dimensions or design of the vehicle shown, described or referred to herein at any time and without prior notice in accordance with the Company's policy of constant product improvement.