General Description - Dennis POINTER Operation Manual

General Description

The Pointer Body and Dart SLF chassis
are available in various body lengths.
They are powered by either a 4 or 6
cylinder turbo charged diesel engine
driving a single reduction rear axle
through a four speed automatic
transmission.
The air operated braking system is
powered by an engine-driven
compressor supplying five reservoirs
through an air dryer which also
regulates pressure. Service One and
Service Two reservoirs each supply a
separate system for the front and rear
brakes. The park reservoir supplies the
spring-applied, air released
brakes. The Auxiliary reservoirs supply
the air suspension and body services
such as the doors.
The hydraulic system is powered by an
engine driven tandem pump which
supplies the steering box and cooling
fan.
The front and rear suspension consists
of trailing taper leaf springs and a
panhard rod supported by air springs
and hydraulic dampers.
The 24 volt electrical system is
powered by an engine driven alternator
and two batteries. The system supplies
the usual lighting,
indicating systems.
An electronically controlled air system
is installed which allows a kneeling
system to operate.
system allows the front suspension air
springs to be deflated, to lower the
rear
entrance of the vehicle almost to kerb
level. The system will not operate if the
doors are open, if the handbrake is not
on, if the vehicle is moving or if the
system air pressure is too low.
Conversely, the system will prevent the
doors from opening if the vehicle is
moving or if raising or lowering process
is operating.
warning and
The kneeling
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