Flexible Hoses Maintenance; Windshield Washer Reservoir; Tires - PREVOST H3-41 Manual

Cleaning Cabinet
A coiled hose located in the cleaning cabinet
above the toilet can be used during lavatory
cleaning. To use, connect a fresh water supply to
the "Hansen" quick-release coupling, identified as
"Cleaning Kit", located above the engine oil
reserve tank. Refer to the figure under "Fresh
Water Reservoir Draining" in this section.
To prevent freezing during cold weather, drain the
hose after every use. To drain the hose, uncoil
and open the nozzle near the lavatory floor drain.
Have an assistant push on the spring ball of the
quick-release coupling to allow air into the system.
FLEXIBLE HOSES
MAINTENANCE
Inspect flexible hoses regularly to ensure efficient,
economical, and safe operation of the engine and
related equipment.
Pre-Starting Inspection
Inspect hoses daily for leaks. Carefully inspect all
fittings, clamps, and ties.
make sure hoses are not touching shafts,
couplings, heated surfaces, sharp edges, or other
parts. Since hose clamps and ties can vibrate
loose or fail over time, inspect frequently and
tighten or replace as necessary.
Leaks
Correct leaking hoses immediately.
correct leaks can cause severe damage to the
equipment, as well as increase operating costs
due to lost fluids. Treat fuel and oil leaks as an
immediate fire hazard.
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD. - PERSONAL
INJURY AND PROPERTY
RESULT FROM FIRE
FLAMMABLE FLUIDS.
To prevent chafing,
Failure to
DAMAGE MAY
CAUSED BY LEAKING
Service Life
Hoses have a limited service life.
inspect hoses annually. Look for surface damage
or indications of twisted, worn, crimped, brittled,
cracked, or leaking lines.
hoses immediately.
Hoses should be replaced during major overhaul
or after a maximum of five of years service. Make
sure replacement hoses match the original
equipment manufacturer's specifications.

WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR

The windshield washer reservoir is located in the
front left service compartment. The reservoir has
a capacity of 5 U.S. gallons (19 liters) and is
equipped with a spin-on type cover. Check the
windshield washer fluid level regularly.
FRONT SERVICE COMPARTMENT
The spray jets are located under the windshield
wiper arms.
Upper and lower windshield wipers have separate
controls and separate washer pumps which are
connected to the same reservoir.

TIRES

Tire Pressure
Keep the tires inflated to the recommended
inflation pressure to prolong tire life and for safety.
NOTE: Recommended tire inflation pressures
are given in the "Coach final record" located in the
technical publication package supplied with the
coach. The cold tire inflation pressures are on the
Department of Transport certification plate located
on the back of the driver's seat.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Thoroughly
Replace damaged
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