PREVOST H3-41 Manual page 100

Doors
Close all exterior doors and windows.
Tools and Spares
Make sure coach is equipped with a wheel nut
wrench, door keys, spare belts, reflectors and
jack.
Air System
To purge water from air and accessory tanks,
open drain cocks. Close Drains when completed.
Refer to heading "Air tanks" in this section.
Water Separator
To purge water separator, loosen bleed screw.
Tighten bleed screw after purging.
Coolant Level
Check coolant level. Coolant level is correct when
visible in the filler neck of the surge tank.
coolant level is low, fill system with 50-50 coolant
mixture. Refer to the coach "Maintenance
Manual" for more information.
WARNING: HOT ENGINE
UNDER PRESSURE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
OPEN THE COOLANT FILLER CAP WHEN THE
ENGINE IS HOT. ALLOW ENGINE TO COOL
BEFORE ADDING COOLANT.
Wheel Bearings
Check wheel bearing oil level in sight glass. Refer
to heading "Wheel Bearing Oil Level" in this
section.
CAUTION: CHECK
COVER FOR OVERHEATING (ESPECIALLY
AFTER BRAKE WORK) DURING FUEL STOPS
BY TOUCHING THE WHEEL BEARING COVER.
If
COOLANT IS
WHEEL BEARING
Windshield Washer Reservoir
Make sure windshield washer reservoir is full. For
cold weather, use antifreeze windshield washer to
prevent freezing.
Engine Oil
Check engine oil level during fuel stops. If the oil
level is low, refer to heading "Oil Level
Verification" in this section.
WARNING: CHECK THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
WITH COACH PARKED ON A LEVEL SURFACE
AND WITH THE PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED.
Power Steering Oil Tank
Check steering oil level. Refer to heading "Oil
Level Verification" in this section.
Belts
Check for loose, worn or broken belts.
Belt Tension Adjustment
Check belt tension manually. Refer to heading
"Belt Tension Adjustment" in this section.
Extinguishers and First Aid Kit
Make sure that the first aid kit is complete and
stowed in place. Check fire extinguishers to make
sure they are ready for operation. Refer to "Fire
Extinguishers" in this section.
Seats
Ensure all seats and seat cushions are securely
attached.
Emergency Exits
Test emergency exits for correct operation.
Lavatory
Make sure the lavatory is clean and equipped with
an adequate supply of toilet paper, towels and
water.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE