Contents ................................1 Limited Warranty Policy ........................1 Delivery ............................3 Dealer Responsibilities......................3 Customer Responsibilities ......................3 L.A. West Limited Warranty ......................4 Chassis Warranty ........................4 Other Warranties ........................4 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..................4 Safety Warnings and Precautions ....................5 Caution Symbol ..........................5 We Care About Our Customers....................5 Safety Alert ..........................5...
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Driving Tips ..........................9 Exterior Components, Operations and Care ................10 Roof Area ..........................10 Fiberglass or ABS Areas ......................10 Seams and Moldings ....................... 10 Emergency Escape Routes ......................11 Escape Hatch ..........................11 Optional Emergency Exit Egress window ................11 Passenger Windows ........................
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Switch Panel ..........................20 Switches ............................ 20 Air Conditioning Control ......................20 Switch Panel Maintenance and Care ..................20 Electronic Audio/Video Systems ....................21 Air Conditioning System ......................21 Factory Air Conditioning System ................... 21 Fast Idle ............................. 21 Seating ............................21 Passenger Rear Seats ......................
Formatted: Left, Tab stops: 0.38", Left Limited Warranty Policy COMPLETE ASSURANCE LIMITED WARRANTY: L.A. West, Inc. (hereafter referred to as Warrantor) warrants to the original purchaser (hereafter referred to as Owner) that its workmanship and its materials shall be free of substantial or material defects with regards to any and all parts or assembly labor attributable to Warrantor, under normal use and service.
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ARE EXPRESSLY INCORPORATED HEREIN. TO THE EXTENT ANY PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE INCONSISTENT WITH STATE OR PROVINCIAL LAWS, ONLY THOSE PARTS INCONSISTENT ARE VOID. L.A. West, Inc. Customer Care and Aftersales Service 196 Crawford Rd. Statesville, NC 28625...
2. Please ask questions about anything you do not fully understand about your vehicle. L.A. West is here to serve you and assure that you have all the information necessary for your safe and enjoyable use of your new vehicle.
Contact your authorized dealer for service and warranty of your L.A. West vehicle. L.A. West Limited Warranty The terms and conditions of the limited warranty are set forth in the L.A. West Limited Warranty. Please read your L.A. West Limited Warranty carefully and familiarize yourself with what it covers.
Safety Warnings and Precautions Your L.A. West vehicle is designed and manufactured to provide you with various custom features as well as provide you with comfortable and safe transportation. We have indicated throughout this owner’s manual how to safely operate and use the variety of features on your bus.
Be Prepared for Emergencies To provide the maximum safety for you and your passengers, it is important that everyone using and riding in the vehicle is familiar with emergency features such as the location of exits. It is the driver’s responsibility to make sure everyone is familiar with and understands the escape routes of the bus.
Vehicle Safety Standard Certification Labels Vehicle Weight and Loading Restrictions Label Provides the following information: • Name of the body manufacturer (MFG BY) • The month and year the body was manufactured (DATE OF MFG.) • Weight and Loading Restrictions: (GVWR, GAWR-FRONT, GAWR-REAR) •...
Optional Converter/Inverter Your L.A. West vehicle may be equipped with a 2000 watt inverter. The control panel for the inverter/charger is located under the rear passenger seat. Please refer to the Invertor’s Owner’s Manual in your owner’s package for more detailed operating...
Pre-Travel Instructions It is the driver’s responsibility to understand the complete operation of the bus. Failure to follow the proper procedures could affect the performance of the bus and/or affect the safety of the passengers. Review this Operations/Service Manual It is important for you as well as your passengers to understand and be familiar with the operations, procedures, preparations and check lists that are recommended throughout this manual.
• Observe proper vehicle speeds when ascending or descending hills and always operate in the proper transmission range. • Allow for the extra height of your vehicle and avoid areas having low overhead clearance. Exterior Components, Operations and Care This section explains the basic features of the exterior components and will help you become familiar with operations, procedures and recommended care and maintenance.
Emergency Escape Routes Escape Hatch It is located in the roof area to be used only in the event of an emergency and is equipped with release handles that open the hatch. Instructions are listed on the hatch. For everyone’s safety frequently check for Note: proper operations.
Doors The original factory driver’s door is utilized on all models and the passenger door is also used on some models. All other entry doors are installed by L.A. West. Door Emergency Release Handle This release handle is used to disengage the electric door mechanism allowing the door to be manually opened in the event of a loss of power.
Maintaining the Doors Before each trip inspect the door operations to ensure they are working properly. The following are items that need to be frequently inspected to ensure the doors remain in good working order. • Manual Door Operations- Inspect daily the door mechanism for loose or damaged parts.
• Rubber or Neoprene Extrusions- Check daily for cracks and worn areas replace as necessary. Clean regularly using a nonabrasive, noncorrosive all-purpose cleaner, followed by a vinyl protector. CAUTION: Before each trip inspect the latches, handles, and mechanical operations of the Emergency Doors.
Mirrors • Mirrors should be properly adjusted so you can get the maximum view around and behind the vehicle. • Manual mirrors need to be adjusted manually at the mirror head. • Power and/or heated mirrors can be adjusted by pushing the switch on the interior console.
• Complete underbody inspection is recommended between every 12,000 to 15,000 miles. This check would include the complete framing, welds, out-riggers, exhaust system, mounting brackets as well as the complete suspension. Wheels and Rims Refer to the chassis owner manual for information on wheel replacement and torque specifications and additional information on care and maintenance.
• For a lighted sign be careful not to scratch the sign or plexiglass when changing the bulb. • The plexiglass can be cleaned with a warm soap and water based solution or a standard glass cleaner. • All service on digital signs must be performed by an Authorized L.A. West Dealer.
Interior Components and Operations This section explains the features of the interior components and will help you become familiar with operations, procedures and recommended care and maintenance. Walls and Ceilings • Your unit may be equipped with either vinyl covered luan panels or panels that are covered with coordinating fabrics.
• Inspect flooring daily for cuts, tears, damages or lifted or frayed areas for carpeting and rubber flooring. Repair or replace as necessary. • Flooring- Clean the flooring with a warm soap and water solution scrub rinse and dry. Do not allow the solutions to stay on or soak on the flooring for a long period of time. This could damage the flooring.
Electrical Systems Using switches located on your console you can easily control all the functions for the lights, electronics, heat and air. The electronics are accessible by controls located overhead. Factory Installed Lights, Signals and Equipment The information for care and maintenance for the factory installed components such as the dashboard lights and gauges including horn, turn signals, headlights, fuses, circuits, bulbs wiring etc.
Electronic Audio/Video Systems There are different sizes and styles of TV Monitors, Video Players and/or Radios which are connected to the speaker system and can be controlled at the units or by a Voyager System, if installed. The electronics may be located overhead or beside the driver seat. Owner’s manuals for each individual component can be found in the information packet supplied with your vehicle.
Fold-down Style “Non-use Position” (folded completely down) pull arm backwards and then push the arm down. “Use Position” pull arm up until it clicks and locks into place. Seat Recline/Side Release Handle 1. Grab hook-shaped lever located on the outer seat bottom cushion. 2.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you may notify the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying L.A. West, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
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