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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To ensure safe and reliable operation, take note
of
the following safety precautions:
a) Operation and maintenance of the coach
must only be performed by qualified personnel.
b) Use
caution
disembarking passengers.
c) Always pay attention to pedestrians passing in
front and behind the coach.
pedestrians at pedestrian walkways.
d)
Inspect the coach before operating (see
"DAILY WALK-AROUND INSPECTION" on page
6-15).
e)
Make sure good visibility is maintained at all
times.
Keep windshields clean and free of
obstructions.
f)
Make sure all doors are closed and secure
before operating the coach.
conduct a walkaround inspection to check for
security of all baggage compartment doors and
equipment access doors.
g)
Adjust the driver's seat so that all controls
can be easily reached.
h)
Always wear safety belt when driving.
I)
Check the instrument panel frequently. Do
not operate the coach when dials or indicators are
not in the normal operating condition.
j)
Switch from high beams to low beams when
meeting or following other vehicles within 500 feet
(150 meters).
k)
Do not drive over obstacles on the road.
Empty cartons, piles of leaves, and snowdrifts
could conceal hidden dangers that could damage
the coach suspension and/or underbody.
when
embarking
Always yield to
Before driving,
l)
When turning or changing lanes, signal your
intention well in advance.
m) When approaching to make a right turn,
reduce spacing between coach and curb to make
sure other vehicles cannot pass on the right.
Since the coach makes wide turns, allow enough
space to make safe turns.
n)
Never leave the coach unattended with the
engine running, or with the key in the ignition. Turn
off the engine, remove keys and apply the parking
and
brake before leaving the coach.
o)
The service life of the coach depends on the
kind of maintenance it receives. Always record
any problems and report them immediately to
maintenance personnel.
p)
Shut-off engine before fueling, adding oil or
performing maintenance or servicing tasks, unless
stated otherwise.
q)
Do not run the engine or HVAC system with
access doors left open.
doors before operating any equipment.
r)
Do not remove the surge tank filler cap or the
cooling system pressure cap when the engine is
hot. Let the engine cool down before removing
filler caps.
s)
Fuel is highly flammable and explosive. Do
not smoke when refueling. Keep away from open
flames or sparks.
t)
Do not attempt to push or pull-start a coach
equipped with an automatic transmission.
avoid damaging gears or bearings in manual
transmission-equipped coaches, do not push, pull
or roll-start in first or reverse gears.
u)
For additional information about safe driving
practices, contact the local department of motor
vehicles authority.
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