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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Table of contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Emergency response guide Page Date SECURING THE VEHICLE ......... 1-1 ..201426 Switching off the engine .
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Securing the vehicle 1. SECURING THE VEHICLE 1.1 SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE Ignition switch If the ignition switch can be reached, an attempt can be made to stop the engine by switching off the ignition. Another method is to blow CO into the air inlet.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Securing the vehicle 1.2 MAIN SWITCH If the vehicle is equipped with a main switch, it is either mechanically or electronically operated, depending on the vehicle version. The switch can be used to interrupt the power supply from the batteries to the vehicle (except for the tachograph).
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Securing the vehicle 1.3 BATTERIES Location of the batteries The batteries are located on the left- or right-hand side of the chassis frame, or at the rear within the chassis. Disconnecting the batteries Switch off the ignition. Switch off all electrical consumers.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Securing the vehicle 1.4 AIRBAG WARNING! Airbag modules and safety belt tensioners are pyrotechnic systems and contain an explosive charge. G001309 Vehicles equipped with an airbag and safety belt tensioner system can be identified by a sticker with the airbag symbol on the windscreen.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Securing the vehicle Safety belt tensioner The automatic safety belt tensioner is fitted on the rear side of the driver's and co-driver's seat. Safety instructions Do not place any objects near undeployed airbags Before any work is carried out on an airbag system: the ignition must be switched off.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Securing the vehicle 1.5 FLUIDS K104001 Coolant: 48 litres Engine oil: 17- 23.5 litres Gearbox oil: 14 litres AdBlue: 25 or 50 litres Fuel: up to 430 litres Battery acid The capacities and position of the tanks depend on the vehicle type.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Securing the vehicle WARNING! AdBlue safety instructions Avoid direct contact. In the event of contact with the skin, rinse with plenty of water. In the event of contact with the eyes, rinse for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water and seek medical assistance.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Securing the vehicle 1.6 REGENERATION UNIT During regeneration the exhaust gases, the surroundings of the regeneration unit and the catwalk can reach high temperatures that can potentially harm bystanders or the surrounding area. WARNING! There is a risk of fire or other hazardous situation if the temperature can ignite flammable materials.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Stabilising the vehicle 2. STABILISING THE VEHICLE 2.1 SEAT ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Before removing the seat, be aware of the safety instructions if the vehicle is equipped with an airbag and therefore an automatic safety belt tensioner.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Stabilising the vehicle 2.2 AIR SUSPENSION CHASSIS General On vehicles equipped with air suspension, a remote control unit is used to operate the vehicle height. The remote control unit is located against the console of the driver's seat. NOTE: This control unit can only be operated when the ignition is switched NOTE: Unless stated otherwise, the...
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Stabilising the vehicle 2.3 CABIN SUSPENSION The cabin is equipped with mechanical suspension. Rear cabin mechanical suspension G001959 Front cabin mechanical suspension At the front the cabin can have rubber blocks or springs. They can be reached by removing the lower grille, and if necessary, the headlight panels.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Releasing a trapped driver 3.7 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT NOTE: The steering wheel can be adjusted if the vehicle air pressure (circuit 4) is at least 7 bar. G001293 Adjusting Push up the two-position switch. The steering column is temporarily unlocked.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Towing information 4. TOWING INFORMATION 4.1 REMOVING THE DRIVE SHAFT Make sure that the parking brake is engaged. Loosen the bolts, do not remove them. Loosen the bearing. Hold the shaft while removing the bolts. Fix the bearings to the shaft.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Towing information 4.2 RELEASING THE PARKING BRAKE WARNING! Never release the park brake on an incline without precautionary measures. Releasing the park brake on an incline causes the vehicle to move unintentionally. This can lead to serious injury and damage to the vehicle.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Towing information 4.3 TOWING It is possible to install a towing eye behind the grille. Always use a towing bar when towing. Deviation from this rule is only allowed in emergencies. When towing, the fault messages may appear in the master display when the ignition is switched NOTE: The maximum permissible vehicle speed, weight and distance...
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Towing information WARNING! When the engine is not running during towing and no additional measures are taken, there is no power steering and no air is supplied to the braking system. This results in difficult steering and increased brake pedal force and ultimately leads to automatic engagement of the parking brake.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE ΛΦ series Lifting information 5.2 JACKING UP MECHANICALLY SPRUNG FRONT AXLES Place the jack under the special shock absorber bracket. CAUTION: Do not jack up under the protection bar at the front of the vehicle. This is a protection bar made of sheet metal.
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