Towing - PREVOST H3-41 Manual

Step 6
Torque the nuts in a criss-cross pattern to 450 to
500 foot-pounds (610 to 680 N.m).
Step 7
Lower the coach completely and remove jack.
Inflate tire pressure to the cold tire inflation
pressure.
Step 8
Store damaged wheel in spare tire compartment.
Repair and balance the flat tire as soon as
possible.
Hydraulic Jack
To raise : turn release valve clockwise. Insert
handle in socket and raise by pumping.
To lower : remove handle and turn the release
valve slowly counterclockwise.
Always keep ram and extension screw retracted
when jack is not in use.
Service : Check oil level when jack fails to raise
to full height. Lower ram completely with release
valve open and jack in upright position, remove
filler plug and refill to level of filler hole with
hydraulic jack oil. Never use brake fluid.
Warning : Jack is intended for lifting only. Do not
get under the vehicle or load for any reason
unless it is properly supported with safety stands
and securely blocked.
Warning : Do not overload jack above rated
capacity. Prevent "side loading", make sure load
is centered on ram. Do not push or tilt load off
jack.
Jacking Points
Five jacking points are located on each side of
the coach: three are located under the frame and
two are located under the axles. Refer to the
following illustration for the location of jacking
points.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
JACKING POINTS ON FRAME
JACKING POINTS ON FRONT AXLE
JACKING POINTS ON DRIVE AXLE
JACKING POINTS ON TAG AXLE
Several kinds of hydraulic jacks can be used.
Only jack at the specified jacking points. Jack
must support the following capacities:
• Front axle: 13,000 lbs (5 900 kg)
• Drive axle: 25,000 lbs (11 365 kg)

TOWING

To prevent damage to the coach, use the two tow
eyes located under each bumper. Use only a
solid link tow bar and a safety chain to tow the
coach. If required, connect an auxiliary air supply
to the coach so brakes can be operated while
towing.
Warning : U
nload passengers before towing.
Do not carry passengers in the coach while
towing.
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