Fire Extinguishers; Primary Fuel Filter - PREVOST H3-45 VIP Owner's Manual

8-10 Care and Maintenance
FIGURE 11: ENGINE COMPARTMENT FILL VALVES
FIGURE 12: FRONT SERVICE COMPARTMENT

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Inspect fire extinguishers monthly to ensure
operation in emergency situations.
On extinguishers with a pressure gauge, the
needle should be in the green or NORMAL range.
Refill or replace extinguisher if pressure is below
normal;
Check that seal on handle is intact;
Check that hose nozzle is in good condition and
the nozzle is free of obstructions;
Keep fire extinguishers clean.

PRIMARY FUEL FILTER

A primary fuel filter is installed on the engine. This
filter may consist of a filter cartridge with a drain
valve at the bottom, or a filter cartridge, a water
separation bowl and may have a fuel heater built
in. It is used to prevent water from entering the fuel
system. The primary fuel filter should be drained
periodically or when the telltale light on the
dashboard illuminates if equipped with this
system. To drain water, loosen the drain valve
below the separator. Close the drain valve when
finished.
FIGURE 13: FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR
FIGURE 14: FUEL FILTERS WITH VOLVO D13 ENGINE
The optional Fuel Pro 382 diesel fuel filter system
consists of a permanently mounted fuel processor,
a replaceable filter element, a filter element cover
and collar and a fluid filter base assembly. This
system is installed between the fuel tank and the
fuel pump and replaces the primary fuel filter. The
filter serves as a water separator as well as a fuel
filter. To drain water, loosen the drain valve below
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