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07.2010 EvoBus GmbH

Not to be reprinted, reproduced or translated in any form without prior permission.

Address for orders:EvoBus GmbHService DocumentationD-89077 Ulm, Germany

Printed in Germany

Order no.: A 628 584 69 82

Introduction

The user information supplied witheach bus is only intended for useby those persons who are qualifiedto operate the bus. The userinformation is split into thefollowing parts:

The Driver's Operating Instructionsare intended to answer all import-ant questions concerning operationof the bus in a concise and clearlyunderstandable manner.

More detailed and complete inform-ation, as well as further informationrelevant to safety, can be found inthe Operating Instructions.

The Maintenance Record serves asa guide to the technical care of thebus. It contains all the informationon maintenance intervals and main-tenance tasks as well as pages forconfirming that the maintenancework has been carried out.

Please make sure that you read the“Safety” section before you use thevehicle for the first time. Before thebus is driven, please make sure that youhave read and understood the contentsof these Operating Instructions.

Items of optional equipment are also de-scribed, if their operation needs explana-tion. The bus delivered to you has beencustomised in accordance with your or-der, therefore some descriptions anddiagrams may differ from the equipmenton your bus.

The Driver's Operating Instructions, theOperating Instructions and MaintenanceRecord are important documents andmust always be carried in the bus.

Our buses are the subject of ongoingdevelopment. You are therefore askedto appreciate that we reserve the rightto make modifications to the design,equipment and technical features. Forthese reasons, no claims can be madebased upon the contents of this userinformation.

Environmental protection:

The declared policy of EvoBus GmbHis one of integrated environmental pro-tection. This policy starts at the rootcauses and encompasses in its manage-ment decisions all the consequences forthe environment which could arise fromproduction processes or the productsthemselves.

The objectives are for the natural re-sources which form the basis of our ex-istence on this planet to be used spar-ingly and in a manner which takes therequirements of both nature and human-ity into account.

You can also help the environment byoperating the bus in an environmentally-friendly manner. Fuel consumption andwear in the drive train (engine, clutch,transmission, axles, brakes, tyres) are ex-tremely dependent on your driving style.

We hope you enjoy driving your bus.

EvoBus GmbH

Mercedes-Benz Omnibusse

Table of contents

Vehicle identification . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5General safety information . . . . . . . . 6Operation of auxiliary heating . . . . . 10

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Preparation for the journey - dailytasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Preparation for the journey - weeklytasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13General bus care and mainten-ance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Running-in guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Towing with a tow bar (rigidbuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Towing with a tow bar (articulatedbuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Towing with the front axle raised(rigid and articulated buses) . . . . . . 26Front towing coupling . . . . . . . . . . . 26Rear towing coupling (option) . . . . . 28Brake system safety precautions . . . 29Braking and stopping . . . . . . . . . . . 29Brakes with anti-locking protec-tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Brake pressure/supply pressure(operating pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Brake system operating/malfunctiondisplays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Activating/deactivating accelerationskid control (ASR) (option) . . . . . . . 33Operating/malfunction displaysABS/ASR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Disabling retarder activation by brakepedal (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Retarder direct (customer op-tion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Refuelling (diesel fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . 37Service products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39AdBlue service product . . . . . . . . . . 40

Winter operation with diesel fuels forbuses with fuel-lubricated injectionsystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Low-temperature characteristics ofdiesel fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Diesel fuels available by region . . . . 42Replacing the fuel filter . . . . . . . . . . 42Addition of petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Addition of flow improvers . . . . . . . . 43Measures required in the eventof inadequate low-temperaturecharacteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Measures required in the event ofpre-existing paraffin separation . . . . 44Winter operation with FAME biodies-el . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Opening/closing the fuel fillercap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45BlueTec exhaust gas cleaningsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Filling with AdBlue . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Operating/malfunction displays: fuelsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Function of the accident datarecorder (ADR) (option) . . . . . . . . . . 52Anti-jackknifing protection duringforward travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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Anti-jackknifing protection duringreverse travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Stop request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Ramp request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Safety precautions for the operationof folding/cassette ramps, variouslift models (options) . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Folding the ramp in/out . . . . . . . . . 58Pulling out/sliding in the plat-form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Retracting/extending the electriccassette ramp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Opening the hinged window . . . . . . 66Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Tilting the rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Skibox (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Care and cleaning of covers andupholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Care/cleaning of fabric covers . . . . 70Malfunction display: yellow warninglevel A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Malfunction display: red warninglevel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

At a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Overview of vehicle key . . . . . . . . . 76Driver's area overview . . . . . . . . . . . 78Switches on the left section of theinstrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Switches on the right section of theinstrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Side panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88MTCO tachograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92DTCO tachograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Tachograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Location of emergency equip-ment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Windscreen washer fluid reservoirinstallation location . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Driver's area controls . . . . . . . . . . 99Rotary light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Left steering column switch: lightand signal functions . . . . . . . . . . . 103Left steering column switch: wiperand wash functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Steering column switch for retarderand cruise control (option) . . . . . . 104

Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108Master safety switch (emergency-offswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Overview of indicator lamps . . . . . 110Screen: description . . . . . . . . . . . 111Operating displays/drivingmode/bus stop mode . . . . . . . . . . 112Continuation: bus stop mode . . . . 122Malfunction displays: descrip-tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Malfunction displays: red warninglevel - description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125Malfunction displays: red warninglevel - overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level A - description . . . . . 128Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level A - overview . . . . . . . 130Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level B - description . . . . . 132Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level B - overview . . . . . . . 134Malfunction displays: warning levelC - description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

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Malfunction displays: warning levelC - overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Calling up/selecting/permanentlydisplaying operating displays . . . . . 137Selecting the language on thescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138Calling up and interpreting the fuelconsumption indicator (option) . . . 140Vehicle manoeuvrability when theair suspension is depressurised . . . 142Lowering/raising the bus on theentry side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143Raising the bus above normallevel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145Activating/deactivating thepull-away aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147Manual centring of the trailingaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Activating/deactivating the auto-matic steering limiter for the trailingaxle (bus stop function) . . . . . . . . . 149Guide wheel loss detection . . . . . . 151Applying the parking brake . . . . . . 152Releasing the parking brake . . . . . 153Emergency braking in the event offailure of both brake circuits . . . . . 154

Activating/deactivating the busstop brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155Drive-off lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156Important notes on the steeringsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157Adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . 158Turning the steering wheel whenthe bus is stationary . . . . . . . . . . . 159Opening/closing the driver'swindow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159Switching the mirror and windowheating on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . 160Switching the windscreen heating(option) on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

Driver’s seat/passengerseats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163Important notes on the driver'sseat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164Grammer MSG 90.5 driver's seatcontrol elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166Using the driver's seat belt . . . . . . 168

Transmission shift systems . . . . 169Automatic transmission - gener-al . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170Selector positions of the 3-pushbutton switch panel . . . . . . . . 171Selector positions of the 6-pushbutton switch panel . . . . . . . . 173

Heating/ventilation/air-condi-tioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177Safety instructions for the air-conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . 179Operating instructions for the air-conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . 179Heating/ventilation/air-conditioningcontrol panel - driver’s area . . . . . . 180Heating/ventilation/air-conditioningcontrol panel - whole bus . . . . . . . 182Driver's area - setting the airdistribution/demisting the wind-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183Driver’s area - adjusting thetemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184Driver’s area - adjusting the blowerspeed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

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Driver's area - cooling . . . . . . . . . . 186Additional driver's area ventilation(option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187Switching air-recirculation mode onand off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187Passenger compartment – switchingautomatic temperature regulationon and off - code HH2/HK1 . . . . . 188Passenger compartment – switchingautomatic temperature regulationon and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189Switching the auxiliary heating onand off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190Switching the reheat function onand off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192Passenger-compartment tem-perature - changing the basevalue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193Opening the roof hatches . . . . . . . 196Fans on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199Switching fans on and off - codeHH2/HK1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200Auxiliary heating digital timer(option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202Auxiliary heating operation (op-tion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

Opening/locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207Protection against entrapment inthe door opening direction . . . . . . 209Protection against entrapment inthe door closing direction . . . . . . . 209Emergency operation - doors . . . . . 210Forced door closure in an emer-gency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212Opening/closing door 1 from theoutside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214Locking/unlocking the door leavesfrom the outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214Opening/closing door 1 from theoutside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215Opening/closing door 1 from theoutside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216Locking door 1 with the key(option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216Locking/unlocking the door leavesfrom the inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217Opening/closing the doors from theinside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218Opening/closing automatic doorsfrom the inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219Opening/closing automatic doorsfrom the outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221

Opening/closing automaticdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223Switching between automatic andmanual door operation . . . . . . . . . 225Teaching in the doors in the closingand opening directions . . . . . . . . . 227Pushchair stop request . . . . . . . . . 231

Practical advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233Safety instructions for working inthe engine compartment . . . . . . . . 236Engine oil level: oil level informa-tion on the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . 236Operating safety and roadworthi-ness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239Tyre pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239Tyre tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240Tyre condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240Tyre age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240Invisible tyre damage . . . . . . . . . . 241Tyre load capacity, top speed oftyres and types of tyres . . . . . . . . 241Retreaded tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242Cleaning the tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 242Retightening the wheel nuts . . . . . 242

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Wheel nut tightening torques . . . . . 243Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243Tyre pressures table . . . . . . . . . . . 246Safety measures to be taken inthe event of a flat tyre or a wheelchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248Jacking points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248Jacking points, front . . . . . . . . . . . 250Jacking points, centre (articulatedbuses only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250Jacking points, rear . . . . . . . . . . . . 251Emergency release of the drive-offlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252Parking brake emergency release(option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253Electrical system safety precau-tions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254General safety precautions forbatteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255Safety precautions for handlingbatteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255Battery maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . 256Recharging the batteries . . . . . . . . 256Working on the electrical systemand electrical fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . 257

Measures required for the pre-vention of damage to buses orcomponents during electric weldingwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258Switching the on-board powersupply on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259Switching off the on-board powersupply at the master safetyswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260Jump-starting where vehicle bat-teries are mounted one above theother . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261Jump-starting where vehiclebatteries are mounted side byside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264Jump-starting buses equipped witha battery charging socket . . . . . . . 266Opening the emergency exit in theroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268Folding out and folding in head-lamps or bumper corner pieces . . . 269Note on maintenance work . . . . . . 271Cleaning the underbody . . . . . . . . 271

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277Vehicle data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281

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Vehicle identification

M00_01-0003-01

The vehicle identification plate with thevehicle identification number (VIN) anddata concerning permissible weights islocated on the forward structure nearthe front entrance.

Note:

It is very important to identify the vehicleexactly so that the correct “vehicle data”can be assigned. You will also need theVIN when ordering replacement parts andmaking technical enquiries.

M00_01-0005-11

No. Designation Value

1 Vehicle model

2 Headlamp basicsetting

3 Exhaust gas coef-ficient

4 Vehicle manufac-turer

5 Vehicle Identi-fication Number(VIN)


6 Permissible grossweight (country-specific)

7 Permissible grosscombinationweight (country-specific)

8 Permissiblefront axle load(country-specific)

9 Permissible axleload for 2nd axle(country-specific)

10 Permissible axleload for 3rd axle(country-specific)

11 Permissible axleload for 4th axle(country-specific)

12 Permissible tech-nical gross weight




13 Permissible tech-nical gross com-bination weight

14 Permissible tech-nical axle load forfront axle

15 Permissible tech-nical axle load for2nd axle

16 Permissible tech-nical axle load for3rd axle

17 Permissible tech-nical axle load for4th axle

Breakdown of the VehicleIdentification Number (VIN) withthe example: WEB 628000 1 3099427

WEB International manufac-turer's code

WEB EvoBus Germany/France/Spain

628000 Vehicle model designa-tion number

6280 - - Bus 12 metres, 2axles

6281 - - Long version 15metres, 3 axles

6282 - - Articulated bus 18metres, 3 axles

628487 Bus 13 metres, 2axles

628486 CapaCity articulatedbus 20 metres, 4axles

6285 - - Citaro LE

628000 Vehicle model designa-tion number

6289 - - Citaro DH (DieselHy-brid)

1 Steering

1 Left-hand drive

2 Right-hand drive

3 Production locationand type of construc-tion

1 MB chassis (Man-nheim or Sámano)

3 Complete bus (Man-nheim, Istanbul, Neu-Ulm)

0 Alternative productionlocation: Ligny enBarrois

A Alternative productionlocation: Sámano

2 CITARO (Euro 4/5/EEV)/07.2010 GB


099427 Serial end number

- - - - - - Six-digit serial num-ber

M00_00-0491-71

Vehicle identification number (1) is ad-ditionally marked on the skeleton at thefront of the bus. It is accessible via thefront flap.



Safety

Table of contents

General safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Operation of auxiliary heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10


Safety

General safety information


The use of symbols and theirmeanings

Safety instructions and other importantinstructions are highlighted by symbols.

In addition to the instructions listed inthe contents, the safety and accidentprevention regulations issued by GermanEmployer's Liability Insurance Associ-ations must be observed.

Additionally, instructions printed on pack-aging for components, tools and serviceproducts must be followed.

It is also generally assumed in the un-dertaking of these instructions that theuser information is intended for personswho are qualified to carry out the tasksby nature of their education, training andexperience.

At the same time, these persons shouldbe able to identify risks that may arisein the undertaking of their tasks and totake the necessary measures to avoidthem.

Meaning of symbols:

Note:

Notes about important additional informa-tion

Caution:

Warning notes about damage that mayoccur in the event of non-compliance

Danger.

Warning notes for risks to persons

Environmental protection

Notes about environmental protectionmeasures

Reference to more detailed and addi-tional user information

Notes on vehicle safety

We recommend that you:

Only use genuine parts that are OM-NIplus quality tested and conversionparts and accessories that have beenexpressly approved by EvoBus for thebus model concerned to rule out thepossibility of jeopardising the war-ranty, driving safety and the validityof the operating permit. These partshave been specially tested for theirsafety, reliability and suitability.

You can obtain further information fromany EvoBus Service Partner.

Operating safety

Important notes:

Any work or modifications that havebeen carried out incorrectly on thebus may result in malfunctions.

Tampering with electronic compon-ents and their software may causemalfunctions. As electronic compon-ents are networked, these malfunc-tions may also result in faults in sys-


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tems that are not directly affected.These malfunctions may considerablyjeopardise the operating safety of thebus.

Retrofitted electrical or electronicdevices must possess type-approvalcomplying with Directive 95/54/ECor ECE Directive 10/02.

Materials that are fitted in the busduring the course of installation, con-version or modification and which fallwithin the conditions for componentsrequired to be fire-tested must alsosatisfy the conditions of EU Directive95/28/EC.

Materials and components inseats and seat fixtures that arealso fitted in the bus during thecourse of installation, conversion ormodification must also satisfy thefollowing directives: 76/115/EECas amended by 96/38/EC, 74/408/EEC as amended by 96/37/EC, 77/541/EEC as amended by96/36/EC,

When such materials and compon-ents are purchased or installed, careshall be taken to ensure that theyare appropriately certified. Use ofmaterials and components that donot possess the certificate referredto above can result in the operatingpermit being invalidated.

We recommend that you have anywork or modifications carried out byan EvoBus Service Partner.

Stickers

There are various warning stickers af-fixed to your bus. These are intended tomake you and others aware of variousdangers. Therefore, do not remove anywarning stickers unless it is expresslystated on the sticker that you may doso.

Danger.

If you remove warning stickers, this couldresult in you or other persons failing torecognise dangers. You or others couldbe injured as a result.

Navigation and location system

Please follow the instructions below ifyour bus is fitted with a navigation sys-tem:

Danger.

Please devote your attention primarily toroad and traffic conditions. Only operatethe navigation and location system whenthe bus is stationary. Please rememberthat your bus covers 14 m every secondwhen it is only travelling at approximately30 mph (50 km/h). The navigation sys-tem is unable to detect the maximumload-bearing capacity for bridges or themaximum permissible height for drivingthrough underpasses. The driver is re-sponsible for ensuring that bridge load-bearing capacities and maximum head-room clearance are not exceeded.


Safety


Operation of the radio and mobilecommunications equipment

(e.g. telephone, radio, fax machine, etc.)

Danger.

Please devote your attention primarily toroad and traffic conditions. Only operatethe display unit, radio or mobile commu-nications equipment if the traffic situationpermits this. Please remember that yourbus covers 14 m every second when it isonly travelling at approximately 30 mph(50 km/h).

Note:

According to Section 23, Paragraph 1aof the German road traffic regulations(StVO), the bus driver is not permittedto use a mobile phone or permanently-installed phone in the Federal Republicof Germany if it is necessary to lift up orhold the mobile phone or the handset ofthe permanently-installed phone.

Danger.

Please observe the legal requirements forthe operation of mobile phones or vehiclephones in each country.

Operation of mobile phones andradio equipment without anexterior aerial

We advise against making telephonecalls in the bus without an exterior aeri-al as the operation of radio transmissionequipment including radio telephones(mobile phones) may result in the mal-function of inadequately shielded medicalequipment (cardiac pacemakers).

Note:

If a mobile phone, radio or fax machine isretrofitted on the bus in a way that doesnot comply with the EvoBus installationinstructions, the operating permit for yourbus may be invalidated (EU Directive 95/54/EC).

Note:

Installed furnished parts (e.g. ticket-print-ing machine, ticket-validating machine,destination display, etc.) that are still inuse in new buses must comply with thetechnical requirements of EU Directive72/245 EEC.

Danger.

Please observe the legal requirements forthe operation of mobile phones or vehiclephones in each country.

Washing the outside of the bus inan automatic vehicle wash

Prior to washing the bus you must checkthat the roof hatches, driver's windowand the doors are closed. Set the heat-ing/ventilation/air-conditioning controlto air-recirculation mode (smog button).


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M88_00-0085-71

Before you wash the bus you must foldright-hand exterior mirror (1) inwardstowards the windscreen at the hinge onthe mirror arm.

After the washing process, fold the ex-terior mirror outwards again.

M88_00-0081-71

Disengage the left-hand mirror from tworetaining springs (2) by yanking the out-side edge of the mirror housing to therear. The mirror can now be pivoted upto a distance of 90 mm from the outsidesurface of the bus. In this position, atensioning spring (3) prevents the mirrorfrom swinging back inadvertently.

After the washing process, bend tension-ing spring (3) slightly by pressing fromthe side, pivot the mirror towards thefront of the bus and engage it in the re-taining springs.

Remove attachment parts (e.g. roof-mounted satellite receivers, exterior aeri-als, etc.) before the washing process.


Safety

Operation of auxiliary heating

Operation of auxiliary heating

Danger.

Risk of fire and burns. There is a risk offires and burns due to the high exhausttemperatures and the hot exhaust pipefor the auxiliary heating. For this reason,do not stop or park the bus over ignitablematerials (e.g. grass) when the auxiliaryheating is in operation, has recently beenin operation or has been operated by theimmediate heating button/preset clock.

Danger.

Risk of poisoning and suffocation. Theauxiliary heating must not be used in en-closed spaces such as garages or work-shops due to the risk of poisoning andsuffocation. It must also not be used intimer or preselection mode.

Danger.

Risk of explosion. The auxiliary heatingmust be switched off at filling stationsand fuel dispensing systems due to therisk of explosion.

Danger.

Risk of fire. The auxiliary heating mustremain switched off in places where ignit-able vapours or dust can accumulate (e.g.in the vicinity of filling stations, fuel, coal,sawdust and grain stores or similar).

Caution:

The heating unit must be operated for10 minutes at least once a month (alsoduring the warm season) when the engineis cold.


GeneralTable of contents

Preparation for the journey - daily tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Preparation for the journey - weekly tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

General bus care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14


GeneralPreparation for the journey - daily tasks

Preparation for the journey - dailytasks

Check the windscreen washer fluidlevel and test the windscreen washersystem and windscreen wipers.

Check the fuel level for the engineand auxiliary heating

Danger.

Switch off the engine and auxiliary heat-ing before refuelling.

Check the AdBlue additive level inthe BlueTec exhaust gas cleaningsystem

Check the electrical system, payingparticular attention to the headlamps,turn signals, tail lamps, brake lampsand licence plate lamps.

Note:

Under certain weather and operating con-ditions, moisture may form on the insideof the headlamps and other lights whenthe bus is stationary. This does not in-dicate a fault or defect. The ventilationopenings in the headlamps allow thismoisture to evaporate after the bus hasbeen driven for a short time.

Check the service covers for securelocking

Check the emergency exits

Insert the tachograph recording discor the driver card.

Note:

If the indicator lamp in the tachograph islit, no disc or driver card has been inser-ted.

Check that the emergency equip-ment is accessible and complete, e.g.first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, warningtriangle, emergency hammer for sidewindows, jack.

Check the adjustment of the interiorand exterior rear-view mirrors, cleanthe mirrors, check the mirror heatingfor correct function.

Check tyre pressures and tyre condi-tion. Check that the wheel nuts arefirmly seated.

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Check wheel hubs (1) on all wheelsfor leaks inside and out (visualcheck).


GeneralPreparation for the journey - weekly tasks

Note:

If the wheel hubs are leaking, there maybe grease or oil residue on the tyresthemselves or deposits on the parkingarea on which the bus is standing. Con-sult an EvoBus Service Partner in theevent of a leak.

Preparation for the journey - weeklytasks

Check the oil level in the hydraulicsteering system.

Caution:

If the oil level is low, have the steeringsystem checked at an authorised special-ist workshop.

Check the belt tension of all beltdrives.

Carry out a visual check to ensurethere are no leaks in the engine,transmission, driven axle, steeringor the cooling and heating systems.

Drain the fuel prefilter in the enginecompartment.

Check the acid level in the starterbatteries.

Danger.

Observe the safety precautions in the“Practical advice” section.


GeneralGeneral bus care and maintenance

General bus care and maintenanceCarry out the work specified in theMaintenance Record

Danger.

Risk of accident. Maintenance tasks mustbe carried out on the chassis and drivetrain at regular intervals to maintain theoperating safety and roadworthiness ofthe bus. The time intervals and the scopeof the required tasks are specified in theMaintenance Record.

Caution:

It is strongly recommended that the spe-cified maintenance intervals be observed.

Note:

Warranty claims may be rejected if theperiodic maintenance tasks have not beencarried out at the specified distances(odometer reading) or times. Have con-firmation of the completion of the workspecified in the Maintenance Record re-corded by an EvoBus Service Partner.

Care and cleaning

You will find instructions and notes oncaring for and cleaning your bus in the“Operation” section.


Operation

Table of contents

Running-in guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Towing with a tow bar (rigid buses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Towing with a tow bar (articulated buses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Towing with the front axle raised (rigid and articulated buses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Front towing coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Rear towing coupling (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Brake system safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Braking and stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Brakes with anti-locking protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Brake pressure/supply pressure (operating pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Brake system operating/malfunction displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Activating/deactivating acceleration skid control (ASR) (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Operating/malfunction displays ABS/ASR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34


Operation

Table of contents

Disabling retarder activation by brake pedal (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Retarder direct (customer option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Refuelling (diesel fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Service products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

AdBlue service product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Winter operation with diesel fuels for buses with fuel-lubricated injection systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Low-temperature characteristics of diesel fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Diesel fuels available by region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Replacing the fuel filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Addition of petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Addition of flow improvers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Measures required in the event of inadequate low-temperature characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Measures required in the event of pre-existing paraffin separation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Winter operation with FAME biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Opening/closing the fuel filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

BlueTec exhaust gas cleaning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47


Operation

Table of contents

Filling with AdBlue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Operating/malfunction displays: fuel system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Function of the accident data recorder (ADR) (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Anti-jackknifing protection during forward travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Anti-jackknifing protection during reverse travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Stop request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Ramp request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Safety precautions for the operation of folding/cassette ramps, various lift models (options) . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Folding the ramp in/out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Pulling out/sliding in the platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Retracting/extending the electric cassette ramp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Opening the hinged window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Tilting the rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Skibox (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Care and cleaning of covers and upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70


Operation

Table of contents

Care/cleaning of fabric covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Malfunction display: yellow warning level A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Malfunction display: red warning level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72


Operation

Running-in guideline

Running-in guideline

Running in the chassis and drive train

Note:

The way in which the chassis and drivetrain of the new bus are treated duringthe first 3,000 miles (5,000 km) is criticalto the future performance and service lifeof the bus.

Note:

During the first 3,000 miles (5,000 km),the load to which the bus is subjectedshould be increased only gradually. Themaintenance and lubrication tasks spe-cified in the Maintenance Record shouldbe carried out conscientiously.

Caution:

Do not place the engine under full loadduring the first 3,000 miles (5,000 km).Up to 1,200 miles (2,000 km): run inwith care. Do not drive at any more than3/4 of the maximum engine speed foreach gear. After 1,200 miles (2,000 km):

slowly increase to the economic rpm ineach gear. During the first 3,000 miles(5,000 km), do not drive the bus for longdistances at a constant road speed orengine speed. Varying engine speeds andtherefore varying loads demanded of thedrive train are favourable to the running-inof the bus.

Starting the engine

Note:

Precondition: parking brake applied,transmission in neutral position, electricalsystem on.

Note:

At outside temperatures of below -20 °C,preheat the engine using the auxiliaryheating (see heating/ventilation/air-condi-tioning control panel).


Operation

Starting the engine

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Turn the key to drive position (2).M54_00-0174-01

Operating displays are displayed oneafter the other during initialisation ofelectrical systems.

Note:

Before you start the engine, wait until theelectrical systems have been initialisedand the “Bus stop” indication display ap-pears on the screen.

Note:

If the bus is equipped with a cold-startaid, this will be activated if the outsidetemperature or coolant temperature isbelow a specific value. This symbolappears on the display screen on activa-tion of the preglow function. It is possibleto start the engine as soon as the symbolgoes out. The symbol goes out immedi-ately if the engine is started before thepreglow period has elapsed.

The engine can be started.

Turn the key to starting position (3).Do not depress the accelerator ped-al. Release the key as soon as theengine starts.

Note:

Depress the accelerator pedal slowly ifthe engine does not start after approxim-ately 5 seconds. If necessary, interruptthe starting procedure after a maxim-um of 15 seconds, wait approximately1 minute, and try again. Turn the key


Operation

Driving

back to its initial position (0) before thenext starting attempt. Introduce a pause(approximately 15 minutes) after threestarting attempts. Release the key afterthe engine has started, release the accel-erator pedal. Observe the indicator lampsimmediately after the engine has started.If no malfunction is indicated, it is pos-sible to pull away.

Danger.

Never lock the steering while the bus isin motion. Whenever you disembark, evenfor a short time, always remove the keyso that the bus cannot be started by chil-dren or other unauthorised persons.

Caution:

It is prohibited to increase the enginespeed while the “Oil pressure too low”symbol is shown on the display screen.If the “Oil pressure too low” symbol ap-pears for more than 10 seconds, turn offthe engine immediately and establish thecause.


Never leave the engine to warm up withthe bus stationary. Instead, drive off andoperate the engine at moderate enginespeeds.

Note:

The engine should not be placed underfull load until it has reached normal op-erating temperature (75 °C to 90 °C de-pending on operating conditions and theoutside temperature).

Driving


Never leave the engine to warm up withthe bus stationary. Instead, drive off andoperate the engine at moderate enginespeeds.

Note:

The engine should not be placed underfull load until it has reached normal op-erating temperature (75 °C to 90 °C de-pending on operating conditions and theoutside temperature).

Danger.

All doors must be unlocked before thebus is driven off.


Operation

Driving

Danger.

The freedom of movement of the ped-als must not be restricted. The operat-ing safety and roadworthiness of the buswould otherwise be at risk. Objects couldfall and get caught between the pedals ifyou were to accelerate or brake suddenly,with the result that you would no longerbe able to brake, depress the clutch ped-al or accelerate. You could cause an acci-dent and endanger yourself and others.

Check the freedom of movement ofthe pedals

Danger.

Where floormats and carpets are fitted,make sure that these are safely securedagainst slipping and that the pedals havesufficient clearance.

Danger.

Do not stow any objects in the driver'sfootwell.

Danger.

Stow and secure all loose objects insuch a way that they cannot get intothe driver's footwell when the bus is inmotion.

Keep an eye on the rev counter whiledriving.

Note:

Keep within the economical operatingrange. Make sure that the engine speeddoes not enter the danger zone (redzone).

Danger.

Test the service brake immediately afterpulling away.


Operation

Stopping the engine

Stopping the engine

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Stop the bus, shift transmission toneutral, apply parking brake. Turnthe ignition starter switch from pos-ition 2 (drive position) back to posi-tion 1.

Danger.

There is a risk of fire and burns due tothe high exhaust temperatures and thehot exhaust pipe for the auxiliary heating.For this reason, make sure when stoppingthe bus that there is no ignitable material(e.g. dry grass, leaves, etc.) in the areaaround the exhaust system, the engineand the auxiliary heating exhaust system.

Note:

Before you switch off the engine, allowit to continue running at idling speed forapproximately 1-2 minutes (to allow theexhaust turbochargers to cool down if thecoolant temperature is high or if you havebeen driving at full engine output (e.g. onhilly roads)).

Towing with a tow bar (rigid buses)

Danger.

Only authorised specialists (recovery ser-vice) are permitted to tow away broken-down buses. The rules and regulations inthe country concerned must be observed.

Caution:

Special measures are required in order toprotect the transmission if the bus is tobe towed: In the interests of safety, thepropeller shaft must always be removed.The propeller shaft securing screws at theaxle flange must be removed and thoseat the transmission flange secured againstdisplacement


Operation

Towing with a tow bar (articulated buses)

Danger.

The ignition starter switch of the vehiclebeing towed must always remain in po-sition 2 during the towing procedure.The steering lock must not be allowedto engage. Failure to comply with thisguideline could result in the steering lock-ing. Safety-relevant functions would nolonger be operational.

Note:

The front flap must remain closed for theduration of the towing procedure.

Note:

The towing coupling is suitable only fortowing vehicles having a gross weight ofno more than 18 tonnes.

Note:

The towing coupling must not be used fortowing trailers.

Towing with a tow bar (articulatedbuses)

Danger.


Caution:

Special measures are required in orderto protect the transmission if the bus isto be towed: for safety reasons the pro-peller shaft must always be removed. Thepropeller shaft securing screws at theaxle flange must be removed and thoseat the transmission flange secured againstdisplacement.


Operation

Towing with a tow bar (articulated buses)

Danger.

The ignition starter switch of the vehiclebeing towed must always remain in po-sition 2 during the towing procedure.The steering lock must not be allowedto engage. Failure to comply with thisguideline could result in the steering lock-ing. Safety-relevant functions would nolonger be operational.

Note:

The front flap must remain closed for theduration of the towing procedure.

Note:

The towing coupling is suitable only fortowing vehicles having a gross weight ofno more than 18 tonnes.

Note:

The towing coupling must not be used fortowing trailers.

Disconnect connector V 15-pin fromthe articulation angle control unit inthe roof cross duct (22A01).

Caution:

Before you disconnect the power supplyfrom the articulation angle control unit,switch the ignition starter switch to posi-tion 0.

Note:

For control unit locations, see legend inthe roof cross duct.

Note:

Gear selection switch: press the “N”pushbutton.

The red warning lamp lights up be-cause power is no longer being sup-plied to the articulation angle controlunit.

Note:

In this condition, the articulation anglecontrol unit cannot activate the bus stopbrake automatically.

Caution:

Articulation protection is in emergencydamping mode. Articulation protectionand vehicle stabilisation functions are ex-tremely limited. Vehicle handling char-acteristics will differ during the towingprocedure. A suitable driving style musttherefore be adopted.


Operation

Towing with the front axle raised (rigid and articulated buses)

Towing with the front axle raised(rigid and articulated buses)

Danger.


Caution:

Special measures are required in order toprotect the transmission if the bus is tobe towed: In the interests of safety, thepropeller shaft must always be removed.The propeller shaft securing screws at theaxle flange must be removed and thoseat the transmission flange secured againstdisplacement

Danger.

The ignition starter switch must not beswitched to position 1 or 2 while thefront axle is raised. The wheels on thedriven axle may lock. Failure to com-ply could result in brake intervention by

ABS/ASR, which could cause the rearaxle to skid. Articulated buses: abovea speed of 12 km/h, this could happeneven sooner, whether during straight-ahead travel or with the articulation atan angle. In addition, the bus stop brakewould be activated by the articulationangle control unit.

Caution:

Articulated buses: with the ignition starterswitch in position 0, articulation protec-tion is in emergency damping mode. Ar-ticulation protection and vehicle stabilisa-tion functions are extremely limited in thismode.

Front towing coupling

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Grasp handle recesses (2) with bothhands and open front flap (1).


Operation

Front towing coupling

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Move the levers on both flap locks(1) to the left (when viewed in thedirection of travel) to release thelower section of the front flap.

The lower section of the front flapfolds down.

Note:

A retention strap prevents the lower sec-tion of the front flap from folding downcompletely.

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Lift locking tab (6) slightly and turnthe linchpin clockwise by handle (5)until it is released.

Pull the linchpin up and out of thetowing coupling.

Fit the eyelet of the tow bar into thetowing coupling.

Fit the linchpin into the towing coup-ling and eyelet of the tow bar.

Turn the linchpin anti-clockwise byhandle (5) until locking tab (6) en-gages.

Note:

The linchpin must remain engaged in lock-ing tab (6) at all times.

Close the front flap.


Operation

Rear towing coupling (option)

Rear towing coupling (option)

Remove the linchpin from the fronttowing coupling.

Note:

The rear towing coupling is optionalequipment and has no linchpin.

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Remove cover (1).

Fit the eyelet of the tow bar into thetowing coupling.

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Fit linchpin (5) into the towing coup-ling and eyelet of the tow bar.

Turn linchpin (5) anti-clockwise bythe handle until locking tab (6) en-gages.

Note:

Linchpin (5) must remain engaged in lock-ing tab (6) at all times.

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At the end of towing, lift lockingtab (6) slightly and turn the linch-pin clockwise by handle (5) until it isreleased.

Refit the linchpin into the front tow-ing coupling and secure it.


Operation

Brake system safety precautions

Brake system safety precautions

Caution:

The braking characteristics of the busmay change if a yellow warning level mal-function in the brake system is displayedon the screen in the instrument cluster.Drive with extreme care. Have the faultrectified as soon as possible by an Evo-Bus Service Partner.

Danger.

The braking characteristics of the bushave changed if a red warning level mal-function in the brake system is displayed.Pedal travel may increase under braking.ABS is switched off. Stop the bus imme-diately and disable it (traffic conditionspermitting). Have an EvoBus Service Part-ner rectify the fault immediately.

Braking and stopping

Whenever the bus is driven over longdownhill stretches, you should makeuse of the braking effect of the en-gine by shifting into a lower gear. Torelieve the service brake of load, usethe integrated retarder in accordancewith the manufacturer's operatinginstructions.

Note:

Except for emergencies, the service brakedoes not usually need to be appliedsharply.

Danger.

Always apply the parking brake beforeyou disembark. On uphill and downhillgradients, you must also chock thewheels and turn the steering towards thekerb.

Brakes with anti-locking protection

In a hazardous situation, the brakepedal should be depressed fully. Thisensures that all wheels are brakedwith ABS assistance and optimumdeceleration is achieved.

Note:

The retarder is deactivated automaticallyfor the duration of an ABS control inter-vention.

Danger.

The anti-locking protection of ABS doesnot relieve the driver of the responsib-ility for adopting a driving style whichtakes traffic and road conditions into ac-count. While the directional stability andsteerability of the bus are improved underbraking, ABS is not able to avert the con-sequences of, for example, driving at anunsafe distance behind a vehicle in frontor driving too fast through bends.


Operation

Brake pressure/supply pressure (operating pressure)

Danger.

If the bus is towing a trailer that does nothave ABS, this trailer could be overbrakedif the brakes were applied with maximumforce. In this case, the driver must keepan eye on the trailer in the rear-view mir-ror. The bus equipped with ABS remainssteerable, thereby enabling the driver tokeep it stable.

Brake pressure/supply pressure(operating pressure)

Note:

Precondition: minimum operating pres-sure of 5.5 bar, “Brake pressure/supplypressure” display selected.

Danger.

Risk of accident. A supply pressureof at least 6.8 bar in the individualcompressed-air circuits is required toensure the operating safety of thebus. A leaking compressed-air brakesystem jeopardises the operating safetyand roadworthiness of the bus. Stopimmediately (traffic conditions permitting)if the supply pressure in the brake systemis too low. Have the brake systemchecked at an EvoBus Service Partner.

Apply the service brake.

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The following appears on the screen:“Brake pressure” (A) in brake circuits1 and 2 with the service brake isapplied.

Note:

The brake pressure is approximately 9 barwith the service brake fully applied.

Release the service brake.


Operation

Brake system operating/malfunction displays

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The following appears on the screen:“Supply pressure” (B) present inbrake circuits 1 and 2.

Note:

The maximum supply pressure (B) forbrake circuits 1 and 2 is approximately10 bar.

Note:

If the supply pressure falls below 6.8 bar,the “Brake pressure/supply pressure”display is automatically displayed on thescreen and the warning lamp for the yel-low warning level lights up.

Brake system operating/malfunc-tion displays

“Parking brake applied” indicationdisplay (A)

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Operation

Brake system operating/malfunction displays

Bus stop brake/drive-off lockactive

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Bus stop brake/drive-off lockmalfunction

If this symbol is displayed in conjunc-tion with the “Bus stop brake malfunc-tion” message, either the bus stop brakeis defective or the emergency release

switch of the bus stop brake has beenoperated.

“Brake pressure” display

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The following is shown on the screen:“Brake pressure” (A) in brake circuit 1and 2 if the service brake is applied.

Reservoir pressure display

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The following is shown on the screen:Available reservoir pressure (B) in brakecircuits 1 and 2.

Brake pad wear

If the brake pads/linings are too worn,this is indicated on the screen by a ser-vice message and a yellow warning levelmalfunction message.


Operation

Activating/deactivating acceleration skid control (ASR) (option)

Danger.

The braking characteristics of the busmay change if a yellow warning level mal-function in the brake system is displayedon the screen in the instrument cluster.Drive with extreme care. Have the faultrectified as soon as possible by an Evo-Bus Service Partner.

Activating/deactivating accelerationskid control (ASR) (option)

Note:

If traction problems arise when the busis travelling with anti-skid chains or onroutes with loose surfaces (e.g. sand andgravel): deactivate acceleration skid con-trol.

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Press pushbutton (9) with the ignitionswitch switched on in position 2.

Danger.

The bus may skid out of control if ASR isdeactivated and the drive wheels start tospin.

Pressing pushbutton (9) again orswitching the ignition switch off andthen back on again reactivates accel-eration skid control.


Operation

Operating/malfunction displays ABS/ASR

Operating/malfunction displaysABS/ASR

ABS/ASR malfunction

In the event of an ABS/ASR failure ormalfunction, a red or yellow warninglevel malfunction, depending on faultseverity, is displayed.

Note:

If a yellow warning level malfunction isdisplayed after the ignition has beenswitched on, release the parking brakeand depress the brake pedal fully for 2seconds. If the fault alert continues to bedisplayed, pull away and continue to mon-itor the display. If the fault alert is stillpresent even after you have pulled away,it is necessary to visit a workshop.

Danger.

The wheels could lock, especially on aslippery surface - risk of skidding.

Danger.

The braking characteristics of the busmay change if a yellow warning level mal-function in the brake system appears onthe instrument cluster display screen. Ad-opt a particularly cautious driving style.Have the malfunction rectified as soon aspossible by an EvoBus Service Partner.

Danger.

The braking characteristics of the bushave changed if a red warning level mal-function is displayed. Pedal travel mayincrease under braking. ABS has beendisabled. Stop the bus immediately anddisable it (traffic conditions permitting).Have the malfunction rectified by an Evo-Bus Service Partner immediately.

Acceleration skid control (ASR)active

ASR is activated automatically if thedrive wheels on one or both sides startto spin. An active ASR intervention isindicated by this icon in the Driving oper-ating display menu on the screen. If thedrive wheels on one side start to spin,they will be braked automatically. - Ifthe drive wheels on both sides start tospin, engine output will automatically bereduced.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Acceleration skid con-trol does not relieve the driver of the re-sponsibility for adopting a driving stylewhich takes traffic and road conditionsinto account.


Operation

Disabling retarder activation by brake pedal (option)

Deactivating acceleration skidcontrol (ASR)

Acceleration skid control can be deactiv-ated using the “ASR OFF” pushbutton.

Note:

This icon appears flashing on the instru-ment cluster display screen.

Danger.

Risk of accident. The bus could skid ifASR has been switched off and the drivewheels start to spin.

Disabling retarder activation bybrake pedal (option)

Note:

This switch is for use mainly in wintryroad conditions so that the driver canmoderate the braking effect more effect-ively.

Note:

Disabling the retarder results in increasedwear of the brake pads.

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Press the lower section of switch (7).

Note:

The retarder is now decoupled from theservice brake and is no longer operatedwhen the brake pedal is depressed.


Operation

Retarder direct (customer option)

Press the upper section of switch (7).

Note:

The retarder is coupled with the servicebrake again and is operated when thebrake pedal is depressed.

Depress the brake pedal.

The following appears on the screen:“Retarder active”.

Release the brake pedal.

The “Retarder active” indication dis-play on the screen goes out.

Retarder direct (customer option)

Danger.

Risk of accident. The braking effect ofthe retarder is automatically reduced asa function of the operating temperatureto protect the retarder from overheatingduring continuous operation. Adjust yourdriving style, particularly on long downhillgradients. Do not engage the retarderwhen the road surface is slippery as thewheels may block (risk of skidding). M54_00-0143-01

Press the lower section of switch (8).

The retarder is operational.

Fully release the accelerator pedal.

The bus is directly braked with thehighest retarder stage.

The following is shown on the screen:“Retarder active”.


Operation

Refuelling (diesel fuel)

Note:

When switch (8) is pressed down, it isnecessary to release the accelerator ped-al completely to permit braking with theretarder.

Depress the accelerator pedal.

Braking of the bus using the highestretarder stage is interrupted.

Note:

If the accelerator pedal is operated, re-tarder braking is interrupted until the ac-celerator pedal is fully released again.

The “Retarder active” indication dis-play on the screen goes out.

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Press the upper section of switch (8).

Braking of the bus using the highestretarder stage is switched off.


Use only diesel fuels compliant with EN590 (refer to Specifications for ServiceProducts). Use winter-grade diesel fuelin the cold season (down to approxim-ately -20 °C). If outside temperatures falleven further, the flow properties of thediesel fuel could deteriorate to an un-usable level due to paraffin separation.As a preventive measure for this situ-ation, it is permissible to add a specificamount of kerosene or an approved flowimprover proportionate to the outsidetemperature. Engine output may be de-graded in line with the amount of addit-ive. The amount of additive should there-fore be kept as low as possible underconsideration of prevailing outside tem-peratures. (Maximum kerosene additive50 %.) The addition of kerosene reducesthe flash point of the diesel fuel. Thedangers associated with working withthis fuel mixture are therefore increased.Observe all relevant safety regulations.

Switch off the engine and auxiliary heat-ing before refuelling. Turn the ignition


Operation


starter switch back to position 0. Parkthe bus on a level surface.

Cleanliness is of utmost importancewhen refuelling. Do not leave cottonrags or cloths in the vicinity of the openfiller neck.

Close the fuel tank properly once fillingis complete.

Danger.

Risk of injury and explosion. Fuel ishighly flammable. Fire, naked flames andsmoking are therefore prohibited whenfuel is being handled.

Danger.

Switch off the auxiliary heating beforerefuelling to prevent fuel vapour from ig-niting on the auxiliary heating's exhaustsystem.

Danger.

Fuel is toxic and harmful to health. Forthis reason, make sure that the fuel doesnot come into contact with skin, eyesor clothing, that you do not inhale fuelvapours and that children are kept awayfrom the fuel.

Danger.

If you or others have come into contactwith fuel: in case of contact with theeyes, rinse them immediately and copi-ously with clean water and seek medicalattention. Clean affected areas of skinimmediately with soap and water. Imme-diately change out of clothing that hascome into contact with fuel. If fuel hasbeen swallowed, seek immediate medicalattention.


Unless they are handled properly, fuelsconstitute a risk both for people and forthe environment. Fuels must not be al-lowed to enter the sewage system, sur-face water, ground water or soil.


Operation

Service products

Service products

Service products are: fuels, lubricants(e.g. engine oils, transmission oils,greases), coolants, brake fluids, etc.

Structural parts and service productsmust be matched to each other. Forthis reason, only brands that have beenapproved by EvoBus are permitted to beused. These are stipulated in the EvoBusSpecifications for Service Products.

Danger.

Risk of injury. Service products are harm-ful to health. Contact a doctor immedi-ately if someone has swallowed a ser-vice product. Avoid inhaling fumes wherepossible. Do not allow service productsto come into contact with skin, eyesor clothing. Clean any affected areaswith water and soap. Rinse eyes thor-oughly with clean water in case of con-tact. Change out of contaminated cloth-ing immediately. Keep service productsaway from children.


Incorrect handling of service productsmay endanger human life and the envir-onment. Service products must not beallowed to enter the sewage system, sur-face water, ground water or soil. Disposeof service products and containers andcomponents that have come into con-tact with service products (e.g. filters) inan environmentally responsible manner.Comply with legal requirements.

Caution:

Biodiesel (FAME) may be used as an al-ternative to diesel fuel only in buses thathave been approved for operation withbiodiesel (FAME) ex works (custom re-quirement/code) or as a result of a con-version measure.

Caution:

The biodiesel (FAME) used must complywith EN 14214. The use of pure veget-able oils is not permitted.


Operation

AdBlue service product

AdBlue service product

AdBlue is a non-flammable, non-toxic,colourless, odourless, water-soluble li-quid.

Caution:

Use only AdBlue compliant with DIN 70070. Special additives are not permitted.

Caution:

If, during a top-up, AdBlue comes intocontact with painted or aluminium sur-faces, rinse down these surfaces with wa-ter immediately.

Properties of AdBlue at high temperat-ures

Note:

Ammonia vapours may be produced if thecontent of the AdBlue tank is heated toover 50 °C for a lengthy period (e.g. as aconsequence of direct sunlight).

Note:

Ammonia vapours have an acrid odour.For this reason, you should avoid inhalingany ammonia vapours that may escapewhen you remove the AdBlue filler cap.Ammonia vapours are neither toxic norhazardous to health in this concentration.

Properties of AdBlue at low temperatures

Note:

AdBlue freezes at a temperature of ap-proximately -11 °C. The bus is equippedwith an AdBlue preheating system asstandard. Winter operation is thus en-sured, even at temperatures below -11°C.

AdBlue additives

Caution:

Do not add any additives to AdBlue. Donot dilute AdBlue with tap water. Doingso could destroy the exhaust gas clean-ing system. Damage to the exhaust gascleaning system caused by additives ortap water will invalidate the warranty.

Storage

Caution:

For the storage of AdBlue, use only con-tainers made from high-alloy CrNi steelsor MoCrNi steels complying with DINEN10088-1/2/3. Containers made ofaluminium, copper, cupriferous alloys andnon-alloyed or galvanised steels are notsuitable for the storage of AdBlue. Ifstored in such containers, AdBlue coulddissolve out constituents of these metalsand destroy the exhaust gas cleaning sys-tem. The vehicle warranty will be invalid-ated if damage to the exhaust gas clean-ing system is found to have been causedby constituents dissolved out of non-ap-proved storage containers.


Operation

Winter operation with diesel fuels for buses with fuel-lubricated injection systems

Disposal of AdBlue


Observe country-specific legislation andrequirements governing the disposal ofAdBlue.

AdBlue purity

Note:

It is prohibited to return to the tank anyAdBlue that has been pumped out, e.g.during a repair, because the purity of theliquid would no longer be guaranteed.

Winter operation with diesel fuelsfor buses with fuel-lubricatedinjection systems

WARNINGS:

Danger.

Risk of fire and explosion. Petrol mustnever be mixed with diesel fuel.

Danger.

Risk of fire and explosion. If paraffin hasalready separated and this has causedoperational malfunctions, do not underany circumstances heat components usingsources of heat, e.g. heaters, heat radiat-ors, hot air blowers or blow torches. Riskof damage to components. Risk of fuelescaping.

Note:

Please observe the further notes in thetext.

Further notes on winter operation withdiesel fuel can be found on Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Productssheet 137.0.


Operation

Low-temperature characteristics of diesel fuels

Low-temperature characteristics ofdiesel fuels

At subzero outside temperatures, thefilterability or fluidity (low-temperaturecharacteristics) of diesel fuel could de-teriorate as a consequence of paraffincrystal separation.

On average, the temperature values forfilterability (low-temperature character-istics) of diesel fuel are 0 °C in the sum-mer, -20 °C in winter and -10 °C in thetransition period. During particularly coldspells or if diesel fuel with inadequatelow-temperature behaviour is used for re-fuelling, there is a risk of malfunctionsoccurring if no precautions are taken toprevent paraffin separation.

Diesel fuels available by region

If a cold spell is encountered when driv-ing from warmer to colder regions, it isessential to change over immediately tothe diesel fuel conventionally used in theregion.

Replacing the fuel filter

With the use of diesel fuels having a highwater content, the fuel filter should bereplaced with a new one before the on-set of winter. This is a precautionarymeasure to prevent the fuel filter fromicing up.


Operation

Addition of petrol

Addition of petrol

It is prohibited to add petrol as a flowimprover for three reasons:

Buses with unit pumps could be dam-aged from lack of lubricant whenpetrol is added.

The addition of petrol changes thehazard category for flammable liquidsfrom A III for diesel fuel to A I forpetrol fuels. There is a greater risk ofexplosion.

Petrol has an adverse effect on thestarting behaviour of a diesel engine.This may lead to serious startingproblems at very low temperatures.

Danger.

Risk of fire and explosion. Petrol mustnever be mixed with diesel fuel.

Addition of flow improvers

In the case of winter-grade diesel fuelswith an operating reliability of -20 °Cand below, the addition of a flow im-prover does not promote any furtherimprovement in low-temperature charac-teristics because these fuels are alreadysaturated with flow improvers.

The following must be taken into accountwhen flow improvers are used:

Summer diesel fuel: should be addedwhen the fuel temperature is at least+8 °C.

Winter diesel fuel: should be addedwhen the fuel temperature is at least0 °C.

Since diesel fuels vary in their prop-erties, it cannot be guaranteed thatevery diesel fuel will react positivelyto the addition of flow improvers. Inthe case of particularly cold-resist-ant winter-grade diesel fuels, therecould even be a deterioration in low-temperature characteristics. The sub-sequent addition of flow improvers isnot recommended in this instance.

Measures required in the eventof inadequate low-temperaturecharacteristics

If no diesel fuel with adequate low-tem-perature characteristics is available, itis possible to mix the necessary pro-portion of kerosene with the diesel fuel,preferably before the onset of the coldweather. Each 5 % addition of keroseneby volume improves low-temperaturecharacteristics by approximately 1 °C.The maximum permissible proportion ofkerosene in the fuel mixture is 50 % byvolume.

Danger.

Risk of fire and explosion. For safetyreasons, only mix the kerosene with thediesel fuel in the bus fuel tank.


Operation

Measures required in the event of pre-existing paraffin separation

Danger.

Risk of fire and explosion. The addition ofkerosene reduces the flash point of thediesel fuel. The dangers associated withworking with this fuel mixture are there-fore increased. Risk of fire and explosion.Comply with the relevant safety regula-tions.

Note:

First add the kerosene to the fuel tank,then the diesel fuel. Then let the enginerun for some time so that the fuel mix-ture is dispersed throughout the wholefuel system.

Note:

Engine output may be degraded in linewith the amount of additive. The amountof additive should therefore be kept aslow as possible under consideration ofprevailing outside temperatures.

Measures required in the event ofpre-existing paraffin separation

The addition of flow improvers or ker-osene has no effect if paraffin separationhas already occurred. Paraffin separa-tion must first be reversed to remedy thesituation. This is achieved by heating theentire fuel system.

The fuel system should be heated byparking the bus in a heated indoor facil-ity for a long period. The covers, of theengine compartment for instance, shouldbe opened to accelerate the process.

Danger.

Risk of fire and explosion. Do not underany circumstances heat components usingartificial sources of heat, e.g. heaters,heat radiators, hot air blowers or blowtorches. Risk of damage to components.Risk of fuel escaping. Risk of fire.

Winter operation with FAMEbiodiesel

DIN EN 14214 demands the followingfilterability (low-temperaturecharacteristics) temperature limits forFAME:

15 Apr to 30 Sep: 0 °C

01 Oct to 15 Nov: -10 °C

16 Nov to 28 Feb: -20 °C

01 Mar to 14 Apr: -10 °C

A fuel preheating system is required ifno FAME biodiesel fuel with adequatelow-temperature characteristics is avail-able or if lower outside temperaturesprevail in the region of use.

Note:

Adding flow improvers for conventionaldiesel fuels or blending in kerosene doesnot improve the low-temperature charac-teristics of FAME.


Operation

Opening/closing the fuel filler cap

Caution:

FAME biodiesel fuels are powerfulsolvents. For this reason, do not allowthese fuels to come into contact withpainted bus components.


Observe the general information onrefuelling.

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Open the flap (1)

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Push fuel filler cap (2) downwardsagainst the spring pressure.


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Press fuel filler cap (2) downwardsuntil the catch engages.


Operation

BlueTec exhaust gas cleaning system

BlueTec exhaust gas cleaningsystem

The BlueTec exhaust gas cleaning systemessentially comprises a supply tank, acatalytic converter and an AdBlue meter-ing system. It is monitored and con-trolled electronically. Pollutants in theexhaust gas are converted into environ-mentally friendly substances through acombination of the addition of AdBlueand the effect of the catalytic converterin the exhaust silencer.

To function correctly, the BlueTec ex-haust gas cleaning system requires theaddition of a reducing agent (AdBlue).The addition of AdBlue does not formpart of the routine scope of bus main-tenance – it is the responsibility of thevehicle operators to ensure that the Ad-Blue supply tank is regularly replenished.Filling and operating the bus with AdBlueis mandatory for compliance with emis-sion regulations and is thus one of theconditions for the road traffic approval ofthe bus. The road traffic approval of thebus will be invalidated if the bus is op-

erated without AdBlue. Legally, the buswould no longer be permitted to be oper-ated on public roads. In some countries,operation of the bus without AdBlue maybe considered to be a criminal offenceor a violation of administrative law pun-ishable by fine. Support in the purchaseor operation of the bus, e.g. tax relief,road tax, may also be invalidated retro-spectively. This may be the case bothin the country in which the vehicle is re-gistered and in other countries in whichthe vehicle is operated.

Danger.

It is essential that work relevant to safetyor work on safety-related systems be car-ried out at a qualified specialist work-shop.

Danger.

Always have maintenance work carriedout at a qualified specialist workshopwhich has the necessary knowledge andtools.

Note:

AdBlue freezes at a temperature of ap-proximately -11 °C. The bus is equippedwith an AdBlue preheating system asstandard. Winter operation is thereforeguaranteed, even at temperatures of be-low -11 °C.


AdBlue is biologically degradable. Unlessit is handled properly, however, AdBlueconstitutes an environmental hazard. Donot allow AdBlue to enter the sewage sys-tem, surface water, ground water or soilin significant volumes.


Operation

BlueTec exhaust gas cleaning system

Danger. Risk of poisoning andinjury.

AdBlue is not considered a hazardoussubstance according to German regula-tions governing hazardous substances.Nevertheless, certain points should be ob-served when handling AdBlue.

The AdBlue line system and the relatedsystem components are pressurised whilethe engine is warm. There is a risk ofscalding from hot AdBlue spraying outif the line system is suddenly opened.There is also the risk of skin irritation ordamage to the eyes if AdBlue comes intocontact with the skin or eyes.

Wear protective gloves

Wear protective clothing

Wear eye protection

Work on the exhaust gas aftertreat-ment system should not be com-menced until approximately 4 minuteshave passed as individual lines con-tinue to be flushed with compressedair even after the engine has beenswitched off.

Turn the ignition switch to the OFFposition and remove the key before

work is carried out on the SCR sys-tem.

Allow the AdBlue line system to cooldown

Open line connections and systemcomponent covers/caps slowly.

Capture any AdBlue that escapes ina suitable container and dispose ofit in an environmentally responsiblemanner.

Do not pour AdBlue into drinks con-tainers.

Wipe up any spilled AdBlue, especiallyas there is a risk of slipping.

AdBlue collected in this way mustnot be poured back into the AdBluesupply tank.

If AdBlue comes into contact withthe skin, rinse affected areas of skincopiously with clean water.

Quickly change out of clothing thathas come into contact with the sub-stance.

In case of contact with the eyes,rinse them immediately and copiouslywith clean water and seek medicalattention if necessary.

In cases where AdBlue enters themouth or is swallowed, rinse themouth with clean water then drinkcopious amounts of water.

Seek medical attention if symptomspersist.


Operation

Filling with AdBlue

Filling with AdBlue

Note:

An accidental filling of the AdBlue sup-ply tank with diesel fuel and vice versa isprevented by various technical precaution-ary measures.

Note:

AdBlue is consumed at a rate of approx-imately 5 % of the rate of diesel fuel con-sumption. It is recommended that the Ad-Blue supply tank also be refilled at everyregular refuelling stop.

Caution:

Use only AdBlue compliant with DIN 70070. Special additives are not permitted.

Caution:

If, during a top-up, AdBlue comes intocontact with painted or aluminium sur-faces, rinse down these surfaces with wa-ter immediately.

Note:

AdBlue freezes at a temperature of ap-proximately -11 °C. The bus is equippedwith an AdBlue preheating system asstandard. Winter operation is thus en-sured, even at temperatures below -11°C.

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Reading the AdBlue level

Note:

To read the AdBlue level, call up this op-erating display using the display controlpushbutton on the instrument panel.


Operation

Operating/malfunction displays: fuel system

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If the level in the AdBlue supply tankfalls to the reserve level, this icon (1)appears on the screen to remind thedriver that an AdBlue top-up is due.

The driver is informed by an iconon the screen (see illustration) inconjunction with a yellow alert if theAdBlue supply tank runs empty or ifthere is a malfunction in the BlueTecexhaust gas cleaning system. In thisevent, it is necessary to top up theAdBlue level without delay or remedythe fault.

Fill the supply tank with AdBlue.

Note:

The filler opening for the AdBlue supplytank is located to the rear of the frontaxle (CITARO K, CITARO, CITARO M andCITARO L) or to the rear of the articula-tion (CITARO G, CapaCity) on the right-hand side when viewed in the direction oftravel.

Operating/malfunction displays:fuel system

Fuel reserve

Fuel level has reached the reserve level.

AdBlue level

If the level in the AdBlue supply tankfalls to the reserve level, this icon ap-pears on the screen and a yellow warn-ing level malfunction message is dis-played to remind the driver that an Ad-Blue top-up is due.


Operation

Operating/malfunction displays: fuel system

Exhaust gas cleaning malfunction

The malfunction indicator lamp lights upin the event of a malfunction in the ex-haust gas cleaning system (SCR system).

Note:

The indicator lamp is located in the in-strument cluster.

Danger.

Have the malfunction rectified by an Evo-Bus Service Partner immediately.

Fault in the exhaust gas cleaningsystem

The malfunction indicator lamp flashesin the event of a fault in the exhaust gascleaning system (display if permissibleNOx values exceeded) or if the AdBluesupply tank runs empty. If the malfunc-tion message was triggered by the Ad-Blue supply tank running empty, it isnecessary to top up the AdBlue level im-mediately. If the AdBlue supply tank hasrun empty, the driver must have activelyacknowledged the AdBlue level operatingdisplay (see above) at some time previ-ously.

Note:

The indicator lamp is located in the in-strument cluster.

Danger.

Have NOx faults rectified immediately byan EvoBus Service Partner.

Engine torque reduction

In the event of an NOx fault (displayif permissible NOx concentration ex-ceeded), engine torque will be reducedthe next time the bus moves off fromstationary. In this situation, a fault isalso present in the exhaust gas clean-ing system, i.e. the malfunction indicatorlamp flashes. If the fault was caused bythe AdBlue supply tank running empty,the AdBlue level operating display (see


Operation

Function of the accident data recorder (ADR) (option)

above) is also displayed. The AdBluesupply tank must be filled immediately.

Note:

The icon displayed on the screen and theyellow warning level A malfunction displayare accompanied by the “Exhaust systemengine output reduced” message.

Danger.

Have NOx faults rectified immediately byan EvoBus Service Partner.

Diesel particulate filter (DPF)operating notifications

Displayed if the exhaust counterpressureof the diesel particulate filter (DPF) ex-ceeds a defined limit value.

Note:

The icon is accompanied by the message“Visit workshop”, a yellow warning level Bmalfunction display.

Function of the accident datarecorder (ADR) (option)

The accident data recorder (ADR) isa system for detecting and record-ing accidents and driving events, e.g.pulling away against a kerb or sud-den braking.

The accident data recorder (ADR)is activated automatically when theignition is switched on.

Note:

The accident data recorder (ADR) remainsactive for 3 days after the ignition hasbeen switched off and continues to re-gister all vehicle movements (e.g. parkingcollisions).


Operation

Function of the accident data recorder (ADR) (option)

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As soon as the ignition is switchedon, the accident data recorder (ADR)carries out a self-test and providesaudible notification of the currentoperating status or the presence of ahardware fault.

Note:

A brief, one-off audible signal (buzzer inthe control panel) (4) indicates that theaccident data recorder (ADR) is ready foroperation.

Note:

Indicator lamp (2) lighting up and a brief,one-off buzzing sound means that at leastone event is stored.

Note:

A sequence of four long buzzes indicatesthat the accident data recorder (ADR) hasdetected a parking collision. Check yourvehicle for damage.

Note:

Eight short buzzes mean that the memoryof the accident data recorder (ADR) isalmost full to capacity. Export the eventsand have the memory cleared.

Note:

Ten short buzzes mean that the accidentdata recorder (ADR) has malfunctioned.Similarly, a malfunction is present if nosignal sounds.

Following any critical traffic or acci-dent situation, it is possible to recordan entry manually.

Note:

When pushbutton (1) is pressed follow-ing an accident, the event (approximately43 seconds before, during and after theaccident) is stored and remains write-pro-tected for an extended period.


Operation

Anti-jackknifing protection during forward travel

Anti-jackknifing protection duringforward travel

Danger.

Risk of accident. If the rear car beginsto swing from side to side, the bus mustbe stabilised by braking. If a malfunctionoccurs in the anti-jackknifing protectionsystem (red warning lamp in conjunctionwith the “Anti-jackknifing protection” sym-bol), it is permissible to drive the bus asfar as the nearest workshop but only inexceptional cases, in favourable weath-er conditions (non-skid road surface) andat a speed of no more than 12 mph (20km/h). In all other cases the bus mustbe towed.

Note:

If a malfunction occurs in the anti-jack-knifing system, indicated by a red warn-ing lamp in conjunction with the “Anti-jackknifing system malfunction” malfunc-tion display, the vehicle is automaticallybraked down to a speed of 30 mph (50km/h).

If the bus articulation angle andsteering angle are divergent duringforward travel, the anti-jackknifingprotection responds as follows.

The buzzer sounds.

Anti-jackknifing protection is activ-ated.

The following is shown on the screen:“Anti-jackknifing protection active”.

If the driver countersteers in thissituation, the anti-jackknifing pro-tection responds as follows:

Anti-jackknifing protection is deactiv-ated.

The following indication display onthe screen goes out: “Anti-jackknif-ing protection active”.

Anti-jackknifing protection duringreverse travel

If the bus articulation turns to a spe-cific angle and reaches a specificspeed during reverse travel, the anti-jackknifing protection responds asfollows:

The buzzer sounds.

The accelerator pedal is locked.

Anti-jackknifing protection is activ-ated.

The bus stop brake is activated.


Operation

Stop request

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The following is shown on the screen:“Anti-jackknifing protection active”(A) “Bus stop brake active” (B).

If the driver countersteers in thissituation or presses transmissionrange “1” to “D”, the anti-jackknif-ing protection responds as follows:

Anti-jackknifing protection is deactiv-ated.

The following indication display onthe screen goes out: “Anti-jackknif-ing protection active” (A), “Bus stopbrake active” (B).

The bus can now be moved forwardsagain.

Note:

If a speed of approximately 6 mph (10km/h) is exceeded when reversing in astraight line, operation of the accelerat-or pedal is automatically restricted. Thisprevents further acceleration. If a higherspeed is reached despite this measure,the bus stop brake is activated. As soonas the speed falls below 5 mph (9 km/h),the bus stop brake is released and opera-tion of the accelerator pedal is no longerrestricted.

Stop request

Note:

Precondition: electrical system on, doorsclosed.

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Passenger: press pushbutton (1).

A signal sounds.


Operation

Ramp request

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“Bus stopping” or “Stop” (2) on thepassenger information screen lightsup.

The following is shown on the screen:“Stop request” (flashing).

Note:

The “Bus stopping” or “Stop” passengerinformation, and the “Stop request” indic-ation display on the screen, go out whena door is opened.

Ramp request

Note:

Precondition: electrical system on.

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A signal sounds.


OperationSafety precautions for the operation of folding/cassette ramps, various lift models (options)

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“Bus stopping” or “Stop” (2) on thepassenger information screen lightsup.

The “Wheelchair” symbol is displayedon the screen.

Note:

Depending on the option, the wheelchairsymbol is either a flashing or a static dis-play.

Note:

The “Bus stopping” or “Stop” passen-ger information goes out when a dooris opened.

Note:

If no ramp is fitted, the “Wheelchair” sym-bol on the screen goes out after all thedoors have closed.

Note:

If a ramp is fitted, the “Wheelchair” sym-bol goes out after the door with the ramphas closed.

Safety precautions for the operationof folding/cassette ramps, variouslift models (options)

Danger.

Park the bus in such a way that therecan be no possible risk to the personbeing transported, to the operator or toother road users while the ramp is in op-eration.

Danger.

The parking brake must be applied.

Danger.

Do not exceed the maximum permissibleheight span.


Operation

Folding the ramp in/out

Danger.

Do not fold the ramp out or in (extend orretract it) if anyone is within the ramp'srange of movement. Do not subject theramp to load while it is in motion.

Danger.

Observe the maximum payload.

Note:

Before the ramp is used, it must betested for suitability of use, state of repairand possible damage.

Note:

In the front doorway of buses equippedwith a lift, no passengers are permittedto remain in the area up to the hingedbarrier while the vehicle is in motion.

For notes on safety and operation,also refer to the manufacturer's operat-ing instructions.


Note:

Precondition: bus stationary, door open.

Caution:

Observe operating notices and load-bear-ing capacity plates.

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Lift up the ramp from the outsideusing handle (1) and fold the rampout.

Note:

It is no longer possible to operate thedoor with the ramp folded out.


Operation


Danger.

The bus must not be moved while theramp is in the folded-out position.

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The following is shown on the screen:“Ramp folded out” (C).

Note:

“Wheelchair” symbol (B) is displayed whenthe ramp has been requested.

The ramp indicator lamp in the in-strument cluster lights up.

The ramp is folded back in in reverseorder.

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The “Ramp folded out” indicationdisplay (C) on the screen goes out.


Operation

Pulling out/sliding in the platform

Note:

The “Wheelchair” symbol (B) goes outafter the door with the ramp has closed.

The ramp indicator lamp in the in-strument cluster goes out.

Ramp malfunction

Note:

A malfunction is displayed on the screenif the ramp has not been folded in fullybut the door is closed.

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The following is shown flashing onthe screen: “Ramp malfunction” (S).


Note:

Precondition: bus stationary.

Caution:


Note:

With the range of options available, theremay be a different ramp model installedon the bus and its operating instructionsmay differ from the instructions providedhere.


Operation


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Release flap lock (1) (turn clock-wise).

Note:

If the electrical system is switched on,releasing flap lock (1) on ramp cover flap(2) activates the bus stop brake.

Danger.

The bus must not be moved while theramp is in the extended position.


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The following is shown on the screen:“Ramp extended” (C).

Note:


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Release the platform.

Danger.

Risk of entrapment

Fold ramp cover flap (2) open in thedirection of the arrow and brieflypush it down.


Operation


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Danger.

Platform (A) slides forward approximately20 cm.

Move the platform into position.

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Pull platform (2) out as far as thestop and lower it to the ground. Tomove the ramp into position, operatelever (1) in the direction of the arrow.

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Retracting the ramp

Raise platform (2) by the front edgeand slide it in. Towards the end,push harder to overcome the springforce until platform (2) engages.

Caution:

Risk of entrapment


Operation

Retracting/extending the electric cassette ramp

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Close ramp cover flap (2), engageflap lock (1) (turn anti-clockwise)

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The “Ramp extended” indication dis-play (C) on the screen goes out.

Note:

“Wheelchair” symbol (B) goes out after allthe doors have closed.


Retracting/extending the electriccassette ramp

Note:

Precondition: bus stationary, door closed.

Caution:


Note:

Due to the range of optional equipmentavailable, which includes various rampmodels, the operating instructions for theramp in your bus may differ from the in-structions provided here.

Turn the ramp key switch to position1


Operation


Note:

During ramp operation, the bus stopbrake remains activated until the ramp isfully retracted.

Danger.

The bus must not be moved while theramp is in the extended position.

Press the ramp switch.

Note:

Door operation is disabled while the rampis in use.


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The following appears on the screen:“Ramp in use” (D), the arrow indic-ates that the ramp is in motion.

Danger.

Risk of entrapment: Make sure that nopersons or objects are present betweenthe bus superstructure and the road sur-face.

Caution:

If the ramp meets an obstacle, it will re-tract automatically. In this event, rampoperation has to be resumed from thebeginning.

Note:


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Ramp fully extended.


Operation


Note:

The door can be opened.

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Door open

Retracting the ramp

Note:

The ramp retracts automatically after thedoor has closed.

Note:

“Wheelchair” symbol (B) goes out afterthe door has closed.

Note:

Ramp movement is interrupted if theramp platform is subjected to load dur-ing ramp operation.

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The following appears on the screen:“Ramp in use” (D), the arrow indic-ates that the ramp is in motion.


The “Ramp extended” indication dis-play (D) on the screen goes out.


Operation

Opening the hinged window

Opening the hinged window

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Open the window inwards using thehandle.

Air circulates in the passenger com-partment without the need for a fanwhen the hinged windows and roofhatches are open.

Care and cleaning

Note:

Observe the laws and regulations in allcountries concerned.

Danger.

Risk of injury. Observe the safety regula-tions when working on the bus (e.g. op-erational instructions, environmental lawsand regulations, work safety and accidentprevention regulations, etc.).

Danger.

Risk of poisoning. Observe the instruc-tions for use of the care and cleaningproducts.

Danger.

Risk of poisoning. Always keep care andcleaning products sealed and out of thereach of children.

Danger.

Risk of poisoning. Diesel, regular andpremium-grade fuels are harmful tohealth. They should not be used as acleaning product.

Danger.

Risk of fire. Diesel, regular and premium-grade fuels are highly flammable. Theyshould not be used as a cleaning product.

Danger.

Do not use round-spray jets to clean tyresor suspension air bags. The pulsating jetof water could cause concealed damageto the tyre substructure or suspensionair bags. This damage would not become


Operation

Tilting the rear seats

apparent until much later and could causethe tyre or suspension air bag to burst.This could result in you losing control ofyour bus and causing an accident, therebyinjuring yourself and other people.

Caution:

We recommend that only tested and ap-proved care products should be used. In-formation about acceptable care productscan be obtained from your EvoBus ServicePartner.

Caution:

For cleaning work in the engine compart-ment, the use of cleaning agents contain-ing acetone or chloroethylene is prohib-ited.

Caution:

Stone chips and areas of soiling, es-pecially insect remains, bird droppings,tree resins, oils and greases, fuels or tarstains should be removed immediately us-ing approved care products.

Caution:

The bus must be cleaned more frequentlyin winter to remove salt residues fromroad gritting.


Dispose of empty containers, cleaningcloths and polishing wads in an environ-mentally responsible manner.

Tilting the rear seats

Note:

The rear seats can be tilted forwards topermit cleaning of the rear area.

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Use hook key (1) to release the rearseat by pulling cable (2), and fold therear seat forwards.

It is now possible to clean the areabehind the seats.


Operation

Skibox (option)

Note:

After cleaning, be sure to fold the seatback and re-engage it.

Skibox (option)

Note:

The pictures are for illustration purposesonly. Actual installation arrangementsmay differ.

Danger.

The skibox must be transported, storedand assembled only by means of the as-semblies and fastening elements provided.

Danger.

Fitting a skibox alters the length of thebus, and any reversing aid (e.g. ParkPilot)in the bus will no longer be operational.

Danger.

An emergency exit through the rear win-dow must still be possible with the skiboxfitted. Maximum permissible height to topedge of skibox: 2.2 m above road surfacewith bus suspension at normal level.

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The skibox is fitted to the bus bypinning the four swivel bearings onthe left and right-hand side of theouter frame to the bearing pedestalson the bus using pins secured withsplit pins (1).

Note:

To facilitate mounting onto the bus, asuitable lifting device should be used toraise the box to the correct height.


Operation

Skibox (option)

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Stake the lower locating eyes oneafter the other with one pin at atime, never both at once.

Danger.

Risk of injury. Make sure that rear gasstrut (1) is prestressing the retaining bar.

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The skibox can be fitted only tobuses equipped with the correctbrackets.

Note:

After the skibox has been fitted, it is ne-cessary to establish an electrical connec-tion with the vehicle.

Danger.

Before the bus is driven, it is necessaryto check that all pins (1) are firmly seatedand correctly secured by split pin (2).

Danger.

All lighting equipment must be testedbefore the bus is driven. In addition, itis necessary to check that it is the rearfoglamp on the skibox that is operationaland not the foglamp on the bus itself.

Danger.

The skibox cover must remain closed andlocked at all times while the bus is inmotion.


Operation

Care and cleaning of covers and upholstery

Care and cleaning of covers andupholstery

Special notes on care and cleaningof covers and upholstery

Note:

Observe the instructions on your uphol-stery fittings and covers in the detaileddescription of the bus.

Caution:

Do not use cleaning products containingsolvents (e.g. cleaning benzine, acetone,alcohol, etc.). This would damage coversand equipment parts made of plastic orfoam beyond repair.

Caution:

Only use pH neutral care and cleaningagents to avoid bleaching out the colours.

Care/cleaning of fabric covers

Danger.

Observe the general information/safetynotes in this section.

Note:

Regular care and basic cleaning help tomaintain the value and high-quality ap-pearance of fabric covers. For this reas-on, carry out basic cleaning regularly.Carry out basic cleaning more regularly,depending on use and the level of dirt.

Basic cleaning - weekly

Vacuum the covers thoroughly follow-ing the nap of the fabric.

Caution:

Do not use vacuuming nozzles made ofrubber or rubber components. Thesecould pull threads out of the upholsterycovers.

Brush the fabric with a soft brushfollowing the nap of the fabric.

Basic cleaning - every six months

First carry out the weekly basiccleaning.

Make a foam from a mild, lukewarmsoap (e.g. from a mild-action deter-gent).

Apply the foam evenly over all thecovers using a soft, slightly dampsponge.

Wait until the freshly cleaned coversare completely dry.

Caution:

The covers must be completely dry beforethey are used again. Permanent pressuremarks could otherwise form.

Brush following the nap of the fabricusing a soft brush, without applyingpressure.


Operation

Malfunction display: yellow warning level A

Removing stains

Caution:

Remove dirt as quickly as possible toavoid permanent stains and prevent dam-age to the covers.

Remove as much dirt as possibleusing a lint-free cloth.

Work mild, lukewarm soap into thedirt using a soft sponge in circularmovements from the outside in. Ap-ply light pressure when doing this.

Note:

Always work on the dirt from the outsidein so that the dirt is not spread over thefabric.

Remove the soap used using a clean,soft sponge.

Wait until the freshly cleaned areasare completely dry.

Caution:

The covers must be completely dry beforethey are used again. Permanent pressuremarks could otherwise form.

Finally, brush the cover and thecleaned areas using a soft brushfollowing the nap of the fabric.

Caution:

If in any doubt, use a professional textilecleaning company.

Malfunction display: yellow warninglevel A

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Malfunctions indicated by warning levelA are displayed on screen (23) immedi-ately in conjunction with yellow warninglamp (14). No warning signal sounds.

Caution:

In the event of a malfunction of thiswarning level, it is permissible to drive oncarefully but the bus should be checkedby an EvoBus Service Partner at theearliest opportunity.


Operation

Malfunction display: red warning level

For further information about yellowwarning level A malfunctions, pleaserefer to the Operating Instructions.

Failure of the fire extinguishingsystem

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Failure of the fire extinguishing systemis indicated by symbol (1) in conjunctionwith the malfunction text “Fire extin-guisher system failure” on the screen.

Note:

This malfunction triggers a “yellow warn-ing level A” malfunction display.

Malfunction display: red warninglevel

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Major malfunctions are displayed im-mediately on screen (23) in conjunctionwith red warning lamp (13) and remainactive until the malfunctions themselveshave been rectified. A warning signalalso sounds. It is not possible to clearthe malfunction display or switch to adifferent display mode.


Operation

Malfunction display: red warning level

Danger.

Risk of accident. In the event of redwarning lamp malfunctions (13), the oper-ating safety or roadworthiness of the busis at risk. The driving and braking charac-teristics of the bus may change. The busmust be stopped immediately (traffic con-ditions permitting) and an EvoBus ServicePartner must be notified.

For further information about redwarning level malfunctions, please referto the Operating Instructions.

Triggering of the fire extinguishingsystem

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The triggering of the fire extinguishingsystem (e.g. due to a fire in the enginecompartment) is indicated by symbol(1) in conjunction with the malfunctiontext “Engine compartment fire” on thescreen.

Danger.

Risk of accident. If this alert is displayed,bring the vehicle to an immediate halt(road and traffic conditions permitting),open all the doors and urge the pas-sengers to disembark. Then operate themaster safety switch and apply the park-ing brake (refer to Operating Instructions).Disembark and implement or arrange fur-ther measures as necessary.

Danger.

Keep the engine compartment flap closedfor at least 5 minutes after a triggering ofthe fire extinguishing system.

Note:

This malfunction triggers a “red warninglevel” malfunction display.



At a glance

Table of contents

Overview of vehicle key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Driver's area overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Switches on the left section of the instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Switches on the right section of the instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Side panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

MTCO tachograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

DTCO tachograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Tachograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Location of emergency equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Windscreen washer fluid reservoir installation location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97


At a glance

Overview of vehicle key



At a glance


1 Key for the ignition switch

2 Key for: Doors, interior andexterior flaps

3 Key for (option): Doors, interi-or and exterior flaps

4 Key for key switch: Lower-ing system, ramp, disabledpassengers' lift


At a glance

Driver's area overview

Driver's area overview


At a glance

Switches on the left section of the instrument panel

No. Description Page

1 Switches on theleft section of theinstrument panel

2 Instrument cluster 88

3 Switches on theright section ofthe instrumentpanel

4 Side panel 84

5 Steering columnswitch for lightand wiper func-tions

6 Steering columnswitch for retarderand cruise control(option)

104

7 Ignition switch 107

8 DTCO tachograph 94

8 MTCO tachograph 92


9 Control panel foraudio/video sys-tem in the driver'sarea and passen-ger compartment

Switches on the left section of theinstrument panel

Note:

The overview shows the maximum utilisa-tion of the instrument panel with switchesand instruments in their designated po-sition. To accommodate the customisa-tion requirements of the customer, theswitches may have been assigned to dif-ferent positions on the instrument panel.


At a glance

Switches on the left section of the instrument panel


At a glance

Switches on the right section of the instrument panel


1 Sign box illumina-tion switch

1 Driver's area light-ing switch

2 Passenger com-partment nightlighting switch

2 Raise bus abovenormal level push-button

3 Retarder on/offswitch (customeroption)

4 Retarder directon/off switch(customer option)

5 ASR (accelerationskid control) OFFpushbutton

6 Steering limiterpushbutton


7 Hazard warninglamps switch

8 Exterior loud-speaker on/offswitch

9 Communicationsradio 1/2 switch

9 Communicationsradio tonecall/speakpushbutton

10 Rotary light switch 102

11 Passenger-com-partment light-ing position I+IIswitch

12 Payment tray light-ing switch

Switches on the right section of theinstrument panel

Note:

The overview shows the maximum utilisa-tion of the instrument panel with switchesand instruments in their intended posi-tions. Switches can be assigned to anoth-er position on the instrument panel if thishas been specified in the order.


At a glance



At a glance



13 Display screenpushbutton - inde-pendent operationof the upper andlower areas of thedisplay

14 System/Info push-button

15 Quit pushbutton

15 Integrated bus in-formation system“Quit” pushbutton

16 Passenger loud-speaker on/offswitch

16 Integrated passen-ger informationsystem “stop”switch/pushbut-ton

17 Reset button


18 Bus stop brakepushbutton (op-tion)

19 Lower bus onentry side push-button

20 Raise bus push-button

21 Switch for hold-ing the automaticdoors open forpushchairs

22 Ramp enableswitch

23 Disabled passen-gers' lift up/downpushbutton

24 School bus modeswitch

25 Pushbutton fordisabling the doorleaves at all doors


25 Block door leaveson rear door 1switch

26 Door enableswitch

27 Pushbutton foropening/closingthe doors fromthe inside

28 Pushbutton foropening/closingdoor 1




At a glance

Side panel

Side panel

Note:

The overview shows the assignment ofthe side panel with control elements intheir designated position; due to customeroptions, these may be assigned to anoth-er position on the side panel.


At a glance

Side panel


At a glance

Side panel


At a glance

Side panel


1 Driver’s windowup/down push-button (for noteson safety and op-eration, refer tothe “Driver's areacontrols” sectionof the OperatingInstructions)

2 Exterior mirroradjustment rotaryswitch

3 Monitoring systemswitch

4 Pushbutton formanual/automaticfans

5 Pull-away aidon/off switch

6 Switch for cent-ring the trailingaxle


7 Parking brake con-trol lever (refer tothe “Driver's areacontrols” sectionof the OperatingInstructions)

8 Ramp/disabledpassengers' lift(option)

9 Bus lowering keyswitch

10 Drive-off lockemergency releaseswitch

11 Master safetyswitch (refer tothe “Driver's areacontrols” sectionof the OperatingInstructions)

12 Parking brakeemergency releaseswitch


13 Steering columnadjustment switch

14 Electrical systemon/off switch

15 “Ignition on/off”switch

16 Engine start/stoppushbutton

17 Emergency valverapid air-chargingpushbutton

18 Pushbutton formoving the roofhatches to theopen/closed/air-in/air-out posi-tion (refer to the“Heating/ventil-ation/air-condi-tioning” sectionof the OperatingInstructions)


At a glance

Instrument cluster


19 Night lightingswitch

20 Exterior loud-speaker on/offswitch

21 Driver’s window/mirror heatingpushbutton (fornotes on safetyand operation,refer to the“Driver's areacontrols” sectionof the OperatingInstructions)


21 Windscreen heat-ing pushbutton(option, for noteson safety and op-eration, refer tothe “Driver's areacontrols” sectionof the OperatingInstructions)

22 Heating/ventila-tion/air-condition-ing control panel -driver’s area

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Instrument cluster

Danger.

Risk of accident. Stop immediately (trafficconditions permitting) if red warning lamp(4) lights up. The driving and brakingcharacteristics of the bus may change.Notify an EvoBus Service Partner.

Caution:

While it is permitted to drive on carefullyif yellow warning lamp (5) lights up, thebus should be checked at an EvoBus Ser-vice Partner at the earliest opportunity.

Note:

If a malfunction occurs in the anti-jack-knifing system, indicated by the red warn-ing lamp in conjunction with the “Anti-jackknifing system malfunction” malfunc-tion display, the vehicle will be brakedautomatically down to a speed of 30 mph(50 km/h).


At a glance

Instrument cluster


At a glance

Instrument cluster


At a glance

Instrument cluster


1 Speedometer

2 Display for totaldistance record-er/trip meter

3 To reset the tripmeter

4 Red warning levelmalfunction lamp

5 Yellow warninglevel malfunctionlamp

6 Turn signals/haz-ard warning lampsindicator lamp

7 Headlamp flasher/main-beam indic-ator lamp

8 Brake system mal-function indicatorlamp


9 Hazard warninglamps indicatorlamp

10 Not assigned

11 Not assigned

12 Ramp indicatorlamp

13 Engine malfunc-tion indicationlamp (MIL)

14 Screen (display)


At a glance

MTCO tachograph

MTCO tachograph


At a glance

MTCO tachograph

1 Button for opening the re-cording sheet tray: Driver 1inserts his labelled recordingsheet into the recording sheettray and on top of the parti-tion plate with the front sideof the sheet facing upwards.Driver 2 inserts his labelledrecording sheet into the re-cording sheet tray and under-neath the partition plate withthe front side of the sheet fa-cing upwards. The recordingsheets must be swapped overwhenever the drivers changeover.

2 Button for setting the re-quired time group for driver1: Press and hold the but-ton until the required timegroup appears on the displayscreen.

3 Button for setting the re-quired time group for driver2: Press and hold the but-ton until the required timegroup appears on the displayscreen.

4 Menu selection button(clock adjustment, faultindication, etc.): The timecan be changed as desired.Summer and winter timehas been programmed forseveral years in advance andthe changeover takes placeautomatically.

5 Button (-): : Moving backwithin the menu

6 Button (+): : Moving forwardswithin the menu

7 Display screen (illuminatedwhen ignition starter switchON): The basic display (date,time and total distance) ap-pears if there are no faultalerts. Flashing display screen= the time on the record-ing sheet tray does not cor-respond to the time on thedisplay screen (e.g. after avoltage supply interruption orchangeover from summer towinter time). The time is setautomatically: remove the re-cording sheets and close therecording sheet tray withoutthe recording sheets in it.

Observe the manufacturer'soperating instructions.


At a glance

DTCO tachograph

DTCO tachograph


At a glance

Tachograph

1 Display screen: Screen dis-plays vary according to theoperating state of the bus.

refer to “Display variants”in the manufacturer's operat-ing instructions.

2 Key panel, driver 1

Note:

Activity button, driver 1/cardslot ejector button, driver 1

3 Card slot, driver 1: Driver 1,the current driver of the bus,inserts his driver card intocard slot 1.

4 Download/calibration inter-face: There is an interfaceunder the cover. This in-terface cannot be enabledwithout an inserted companycard, control card or work-shop card.

For details, refer to “Accessrights for tachograph cards”in the manufacturer's operat-ing instructions.

5 Key panel, driver 2

Note:

Activity button, driver 2/cardslot ejector button, driver 2

6 Card slot, driver 2: Driver2, who is not currently driv-ing the bus, inserts his drivercard into card slot 2.

7 Printer drawer release but-ton: This button is used torelease the printer drawer, forexample, for inserting a newroll of paper.

8 Tear-off edge

9 Menu buttons: Buttons forentering, displaying or printingdata.

Refer to “Calling up menufunctions” in the manufac-turer's operating instructions.

Tachograph

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1 Speed display

2 Display field for total distancerecorder/trip meter

3 To reset the trip meter

Press and hold to reset the trip meter to0.


At a glance

Location of emergency equipment

Location of emergency equipment

Note:


Note:

The equipment is marked in the specifiedlanguage.

Note:

The markings may differ in colour, designand content, depending on the legislationand specification in the countries con-cerned.

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In an emergency: press in sign (2)and pull out the cover.

Emergency equipment compartment(1) above the driver contains: 2 first-aid kits, 1 warning triangle, 1 warninglamp, 1 windproof flashlight (torch).

Note:

Use the key to open emergency equip-ment compartment (1) in normal circum-stances (e.g. to inspect and correct thecontents).

Note:


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Open snap lock (2) and lift out thefire extinguisher.

Fire extinguisher (1) is ready for op-eration (observe operating instruc-tions on the fire extinguisher).


At a glance

Windscreen washer fluid reservoir installation location

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Release emergency hammer (1) (leadseal) and remove it from bracket (2).

The emergency hammer is ready foroperation.

Windscreen washer fluid reservoirinstallation location

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Open the front flap (to open the frontflap, hold it by the handle recesseswith both hands and pull).

Note:

Windscreen antifreeze order no.:A 001 986 45 71 11

The windscreen washer fluid reservoiris located near the headlamp on theright-hand side.



Driver's area controlsTable of contents

Rotary light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Left steering column switch: light and signal functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Left steering column switch: wiper and wash functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Steering column switch for retarder and cruise control (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Master safety switch (emergency-off switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Overview of indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Screen: description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Operating displays/driving mode/bus stop mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Continuation: bus stop mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Malfunction displays: description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Malfunction displays: red warning level - description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Malfunction displays: red warning level - overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Malfunction displays: yellow warning level A - description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Malfunction displays: yellow warning level A - overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130



Malfunction displays: yellow warning level B - description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Malfunction displays: yellow warning level B - overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Malfunction displays: warning level C - description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Malfunction displays: warning level C - overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Calling up/selecting/permanently displaying operating displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Selecting the language on the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Calling up and interpreting the fuel consumption indicator (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Vehicle manoeuvrability when the air suspension is depressurised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Lowering/raising the bus on the entry side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Raising the bus above normal level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Activating/deactivating the pull-away aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Manual centring of the trailing axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Activating/deactivating the automatic steering limiter for the trailing axle (bus stop function) . . . . . . . . . 149

Guide wheel loss detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Applying the parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Releasing the parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153



Emergency braking in the event of failure of both brake circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Activating/deactivating the bus stop brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Drive-off lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Important notes on the steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

Adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

Turning the steering wheel when the bus is stationary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Opening/closing the driver's window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Switching the mirror and window heating on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Switching the windscreen heating (option) on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161


Driver's area controlsRotary light switch

Rotary light switch

combines the following functions:

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0 Switched off

1 Side lamps

2 Headlamps Dipped-beamheadlamps/main-beam head-lamps (depending on thesteering column switch po-sition) with the ignition switchin position 2 (drive position)

Note:

In countries where trafficdrives on the opposite side ofthe road to that in which thevehicle is registered, there isa risk of dazzling other userswith asymmetric dipped-beamheadlamps. Observe thecountry-specific legal require-ments when driving in thesecountries (mask headlamps ifnecessary).

3 Front foglamps (pull switch,first position). In addition tothe side lamps, dipped-beamheadlamps or main-beamheadlamps when the ignitionswitch is switched on

4 Rear foglamp (pull switch,second position). In additionto the front foglamps. Theindicator lamp in the rotarylight switch lights up. Whena trailer or skibox is connec-ted, the rear foglamp on thetowing vehicle is disabled andonly the rear foglamp connec-ted via the trailer socket isenabled.


Driver's area controlsLeft steering column switch: light and signal functions

Left steering column switch: lightand signal functions

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1 Horn: Press button.

2 Indicate left and right withautomatic reset: Push theswitch stalk beyond the pres-sure point until it clicks intoposition.

3 Lane change: Push the switchstalk to the pressure point,hold it there and release it -the switch stalk returns to thecentre position.

4 Headlamp flasher: Pull theswitch stalk towards thesteering wheel as far as thepressure point.

5 Main-beam and dipped-beamheadlamps: Switch stalk inbasic position = dipped-beamheadlamps / pull the switchstalk towards the steeringwheel beyond the pressurepoint = main-beam head-lamps.

Left steering column switch: wiperand wash functions

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6 Windscreen wipers: Turn thesleeve on the switch stalk:speed 0 = off, speed INT = in-termittent, speed I = normal,speed II = rapid.

Note:

The roof hatches close auto-matically when the wind-screen wipers are switchedon.


Driver's area controlsSteering column switch for retarder and cruise control (option)

7 Wipe and wash: Press thesleeve on the steering columnswitch towards the steeringcolumn: With windscreenwipers switched off = wind-screen wipe and wash.

Steering column switch for retarderand cruise control (option)

Drive cruise control

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Activating drive cruise control: Precon-dition: bus speed must be greater than10 mph (15 km/h). The service brakesand continuous brakes must not be ac-tivated.

1.1 Tap briefly (< 0.5seconds) = current speed isset and shown on the displayscreen. Tap briefly again (<0.5 seconds) = set speed isincreased by 0.3 mph (0.5km/h). Press and hold (>0.5 seconds) = bus speed in-creased until switch released.When the combination switchis released, the current speedis set as the new value.1.2 Tap briefly (< 0.5seconds) = current speed isset and shown on the displayscreen, or resumption of laststored speed. Tap brieflyagain (< 0.5 seconds) = setspeed is reduced by 0.3 mph(0.5 km/h). Press and hold(> 0.5 seconds) = bus speedreduced until switch released.When the combination switchis released, the current speedis set as the new value.



1.3 Cruise control is switchedoff and the last stored speedremains stored in the controlunit.

Note:

The drive cruise control isautomatically deactivated assoon as the service brakes orcontinuous brakes are oper-ated or the neutral button ispressed.

Danger.

Do not use cruise controlon a slippery road surface -there is a risk of skidding.Only use cruise control if theroad and traffic conditionspermit a constant speed tobe maintained.

Note:

It may not be possible tomaintain a constant speedon steep uphill or downhillgradients.

Continuous braking

Activating continuous braking:

2.1 to 2.5 Retarder stage 1 to5 active

Danger.

Do not activate the continu-ous brake (retarder) on aslippery road surface. Thewheels could lock - risk ofskidding.

Danger.

If the accelerator pedal isoperated while the continu-ous brakes are active, thecontinuous brakes are deac-tivated and braking output isreduced to zero.

Caution:

Always move the combinationswitch through each of theavailable stages to achievethe required braking torque(do not move it directly tothe required position). It isonly permitted to move thecombination switch directlyto the required position inan emergency. However, itis acceptable to skip severalstages at once if you are re-ducing the braking torque. Toachieve an optimum brakingtorque, the engine should beturning within its upper speedrange so that the temperat-ure of the coolant does notincrease excessively.



Brake cruise control

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The retarder keeps the bus constant ata set speed within the maximum brakingtorque. Activating the brake cruise con-trol: Precondition: retarder stage 1 to 5(position 2.1 to 2.5) activated. Accelerat-or pedal and brake pedal not depressed.

1.1 Tap briefly (< 0.5seconds) = current speed isset and shown on the displayscreen. Tap briefly again (<0.5 seconds) = set speed isincreased by 0.3 mph (0.5km/h). Press and hold (>0.5 seconds) = set speed in-creased until switch released.When the combination switchis released, the current speedis set as the new value.1.2 Tap briefly (< 0.5seconds) = current speed isset and shown on the displayscreen. Tap briefly again (<0.5 seconds) = set speedis reduced by 0.3 mph (0.5km/h). Press and hold (> 0.5seconds) = set speed reduceduntil switch released. Whenthe combination switch isreleased, the current speed isset as the new value.

Combined cruise control

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To activate combined cruise control: setdrive cruise control and press in but-ton 1.4 on the combination switch atthe same time: the current speed is set(e.g 88 km/h) and shown on the dis-play screen and brake cruise controlis automatically set to a value which is4 km/h higher (e.g. 92 km/h) at thesame time. Cruise control automaticallyswitches between the modes of oper-ation depending on requirements. Thedisplay on the display screen changesto one value or the other depending on


Driver's area controlsIgnition switch

the mode of operation. Alternatively:set brake cruise control and push knob1.4 in on the combination switch at thesame time: the current speed is set (e.g62 mph (100 km/h)) and shown on thedisplay screen and drive cruise controlis automatically set to a value which is2.5 mph (4 km/h) lower (e.g. 59.5 mph(96 km/h)) at the same time. Cruisecontrol automatically switches betweenthe modes of operation depending on re-quirements. The display on the displayscreen changes to one value or the otherdepending on the mode of operation.

Engine speed increase

Precondition: bus stationary, engine run-ning.

1.1 The engine speed can beincreased up to a maximumof 750 rpm.1.3 Engine speed increase off,normal idling speed

Ignition switch

Danger.

Never lock the steering when the bus ismoving. If you leave the bus, even for ashort time, always remove the key so thatthe bus cannot be started by children orother unauthorised persons.

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0 Rest position: Insert or re-move the key in this posi-tion; the side lamps can beswitched on.

1 Steering unlocked: All con-sumer units can be switchedon.

2 Drive position

3 Starting position


Driver's area controlsParking brake

Parking brake

Parking brake valve

Caution:

The parking brake spring actuators re-quire a release pressure of 5.8 to 6.4bar. At low reservoir pressures, there isa risk that the brake may not be fully re-leased, that the friction pads may makeslight contact while the bus is in motionand that the brake may be subjected tounnecessarily high thermal loads. Whenthe parking brake is released, the relev-ant icon on the screen must go out. Ifthe compressed-air system for the parkingbrake is damaged, it is possible to releasethe parking brake using the emergencyrelease device.

Caution:

Only apply the parking brake when thebus is stationary.

Danger.

Always apply the parking brake beforeyou leave the driver's area.

Danger.

Check that the hand lever is fully lockedin place.

Danger.

ABS is inoperative when the parkingbrake is applied.

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For notes on safety and operation,refer to the “Driver's area controls” sec-tion of the Operating Instructions.


Driver's area controlsMaster safety switch (emergency-off switch)

Master safety switch (emergency-off switch)

When master safety switch (17) is oper-ated, the engine is switched off if run-ning and the power supply to the vehicleelectrical system is interrupted. The haz-ard warning lamps remain functional.The emergency-off switch is operated byopening the cover and pulling out theyellow knob.

Danger.

Risk of accident. The emergency-offswitch should not be operated exceptin an emergency and only with the busstationary - never while the bus is inmotion. Operating the emergency-offswitch causes the engine to switchoff automatically. The power steeringwould consequently be disabled if thebus were in motion. Additional effortwould then be required in order to steer.Furthermore, the power supply to allimportant electrical consumers (e.g. buslighting, ABS, electronic transmission shiftsystem, etc.) would be interrupted. Theroadworthiness of the bus is at risk.

Note:

Additional functions may be available, de-pending on the national variant.

Note:

In Finland, Greece, Spain and Italy, thehazard warning lamps and interior light-ing are switched on automatically. Thecentral locking is enabled (ECE-R 36).

Note:

In France, the hazard warning lamps areenabled.

Note:

In Norway, the hazard warning lamps, in-terior lighting, auxiliary heating and hornare ready for operation.

Note:

In Poland, the hazard warning lamps areswitched on automatically.

Note:

In Austria, operating the emergency-offswitch switches off the engine and inter-rupts the supply of power to the entireelectrical system.

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Driver's area controlsOverview of indicator lamps

Overview of indicator lamps

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Danger.

Risk of accident. Red warning level mal-functions (4) indicate that the operatingsafety or roadworthiness of the bus is atrisk. The driving and braking characterist-ics of the bus may change. The bus mustbe stopped immediately (traffic conditionspermitting) and an EvoBus Service Partnermust be notified.

4 Red warning lamp

5 Yellow warning lamp

6 Turn signals/hazard warninglamps

7 Main-beam headlamps/headlampflasher

8 Brake system malfunction

9 Hazard warning lamps

10 Not assigned, assigned inaccordance with customerrequirements

11 Not assigned, assigned inaccordance with customerrequirements

12 Ramp

13 Engine malfunction indicationlamp (MIL)

Note:

MIL (= malfunction indicator lamp)


Driver's area controlsScreen: description

Screen: description

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Screen (14) is a status indicator for dis-playing operating and malfunction in-formation. To provide the driver with in-formation in an organised manner, theoperating information is divided intothree display types: 1.) Operating dis-plays, 2.) Displays in driving mode, 3.)Displays in bus stop mode. For malfunc-tion information, a distinction is madebetween major and minor malfunctions.Malfunction information is subdivided in-to four warning levels: 1.) Red warninglevel, 2.) Yellow warning level A, 3.) Yel-low warning level B, 4.) Warning level C.

Screen (14) can also be used to displayon-board diagnostics information. Screen(14) is activated whenever the followingfunctions are switched on: electrical sys-tem, door opened from outside, exteriorlighting, interior lighting, hazard warninglamps, radio call.

Note:

The messages for the operating informa-tion and malfunction information are dis-played in the language selected

Note:

After the electrical system has beenswitched on, each of the operatingdisplays is displayed automatically insuccession.

Note:

If the exterior lighting is switched on,screen (14) shows the display in inversevideo (highlighted). If a malfunction oc-curs, this malfunction is displayed onlyif the key is in the drive position in theignition starter switch.

Note:

Also displayed is information from thecomputer-controlled operation manage-ment system (option).

Screen sequence


Driver's area controlsOperating displays/driving mode/bus stop mode

Operating displays/drivingmode/bus stop mode

To provide the driver with information inan organised manner, the operating in-formation is divided into three displaytypes: 1.) Operating displays, 2.) Dis-plays in driving mode, 3.) Displays inbus stop mode.

1.) Operating displays.

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After the electrical system has beenswitched on, each of the operating dis-plays is displayed on the screen once insuccession. Once all operating displayshave been shown, the only way to view

them again is to press pushbutton (3) onthe instrument panel.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Calling up informationwhile the vehicle is in motion would dis-tract your attention from the road andtraffic. This could result in an accidentwith serious or fatal injuries. For thisreason, do not call up information un-less the bus is stationary and the parkingbrake is applied.

Note:

This display mode remains active for ap-proximately 5 seconds. Then, if the park-ing brake is not applied or if the bus stopbrake or drive-off lock is not active, thedisplay mode switches to “Driving mode”.If the parking brake is applied or if thebus stop brake or drive-off lock is active,the display mode switches to “Bus stopmode”.

Splitscreen

The screen is split horizontally into twodifferently sized areas. The upper areaoccupies 3/4 of the screen, the lowerarea 1/4. Both areas can be operatedindependently using pushbutton (3).

Note:

The splitting of the screen is virtual, i.e.there is no visible partition between thetwo areas. The split is only evident whenthe upper or lower area is operated inde-pendently of the other using pushbutton(3).



Brake pressure, supply pressureand (engine) oil pressure

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The brake pressure and supply pressurefor brake circuits one (1) and two (2) areeach represented by a bar ranging from0 to a maximum of 12 bar. The thickerbar represents the supply pressure, thethinner bar the brake pressure of the rel-evant brake circuit. The current oil pres-sure of between 0 and 5 bar is displayedbelow the display for brake circuits oneand two.

Fuel level, AdBlue level and(engine) oil level

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The fuel level is represented by a barranging from 0 (empty) to 1 (full). Thesame applies to the AdBlue level. The“Oil level OK” message indicates that theoil level is correct.

Note:

Whenever the oil level is correct, no otheroil level information is available to view.

Note:

If the oil level is not correct, see the fol-lowing displays.

Oil level too low

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An insufficient oil level is indicated bythe “Oil level” message and the top-up



amount required in litres (4.5 litres inthe example).

Note:

This display is only available if a yellowwarning level malfunction or the “Messageavailable” symbol (spanner symbol) haspreviously been displayed.

Caution:

There is a risk of engine damage if the oillevel is too low. For this reason, correctthe oil level at the earliest opportunity.

Oil level too high

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The oil level is too high if the “Oil level >max” message is displayed.

Note:

This indication display is available to viewonly if a yellow warning level malfunctionhas previously been displayed.

Note:

There is a risk of engine damage if the oillevel is too high. For this reason, correctthe oil level at the earliest opportunity.

Oil level cannot be measured

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If the “Oil level - - - - -” message is dis-played, this means that the system isunable to measure the oil level.



Coolant temperature, transmissionoil temperature and engine oiltemperature

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The indication display at the top repres-ents the current coolant temperatureas a bar gauge ranging from 0 °C to amaximum of 160 °C. The indication dis-play in the middle represents the currenttransmission oil temperature, the indic-ation display at the bottom the currentengine oil temperature.

2.) Driving mode displays

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This display mode is active when thevehicle is in motion. It notifies the driverof important system information and in-dicates when a system is active or whena system is temporarily limited in its op-eration or scope of functions but no mal-function is present.

Note:


Driving mode displays - overview

Message available

Caution:

“Message available” symbol (spanner sym-bol) on the screen indicates that it is pos-sible to call up a message (malfunction,maintenance due) from a system.



Caution:

If the “Message available” symbol isshown permanently on the screen, consultor visit the relevant workshop.

Transmission oil too hot

Displayed if the oil in the retarder is toohot.

Caution:

To protect the retarder from damagecaused by overheating during continuousoperation, the braking effect of the re-tarder is reduced automatically as a func-tion of the operating temperature. Adaptyour driving style accordingly, particularlyon long downhill gradients.

Retarder active (permanent display)

Displayed whenever the brake pedal isdepressed or the retarder is operatedmanually by the driver.

Automatic transmission neutralindicator

Displayed whenever the “N” pushbuttonin the switch panel is pressed down andthe transmission is in neutral.

Acceleration skid controldeactivated (flashing)

Displayed when acceleration skid controlis deactivated.

Danger.

Risk of accident from spinning drivewheels. The bus may skid if the drivewheels start to spin.

Acceleration skid control activated(permanent display)

Displayed if the drive wheels on one sidestart to spin and acceleration skid con-trol actively intervenes.



Danger.

Risk of accident. Acceleration skid con-trol does not relieve the driver of the re-sponsibility for adopting a driving stylewhich takes traffic and road conditionsinto account.

Parking brake active (permanentdisplay)

Displayed whenever the parking brakelever is applied.

Danger.

Danger. Do not apply the parking brakeunless the bus is stationary. Always ap-ply the parking brake before you disem-bark. On uphill and downhill gradients,you must also chock the wheels and turnthe steering towards the kerb.

Note:

Danger. Check the hand lever for full en-gagement. To do so, attempt to pressthe hand lever in the “release” directionwithout pulling the release ring out of thedetent position. The lever must not move.

Bus stop brake active (permanentdisplay)

Displayed when the bus stop brake isactive.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Apply the parking brakebefore you leave the driver's area. It isprohibited to use the bus stop brake asa means of parking the bus. Apply theparking brake at bus stops on steep uphillor downhill gradients that exceed 15 %.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Do not apply the busstop brake unless the bus is stationary.

Stop request (flashing)

Displayed whenever a passenger pressesone of the “STOP” pushbuttons in thepassenger compartment.

Ramp request (flashing)

Displayed whenever a passenger pressesone of the “Ramp request” pushbuttonsin the passenger compartment or on theoutside of the bus.



Pushchair (flashing)

Displayed whenever a passenger pressesone of the “Pushchair” pushbuttons inthe passenger compartment or on theoutside of the bus.

Note:

The door system holds the door openwhenever a “Pushchair” pushbutton ispressed.

Bus raised/lowered (permanentdisplay)

Displayed if the bus has been raised orlowered beyond the normal level.

Note:

For notes on safety and operation, referto the “Driver's area controls” section ofthe Operating Instructions.

Anti-jackknifing protection active(permanent display)

Displayed whenever anti-jackknifing pro-tection is active during forward travel.

Note:

For notes on safety and operation, referto the “Operation” section of the Operat-ing Instructions.

Anti-jackknifing protection active(A) (permanent display), bus stopbrake active (B) (permanentdisplay)

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Displayed whenever anti-jackknifing pro-tection is active during reverse travel.

Note:

For notes on safety and operation, referto the “Operation” section of the Operat-ing Instructions.



Centralised lubrication (option)active (permanent display)

Displayed whenever the centralised lub-rication system initiates (carries out) alubrication process.

Auxiliary heating active (permanentdisplay)

Displayed whenever the auxiliary heatingsystem is switched on.

Heating for driver's window andexterior mirror active (permanentdisplay)

Displayed whenever the heating for thedriver's window and exterior mirror heat-ing is switched on.

Note:

The heating for the driver's window andexterior mirror remains active for onlyapproximately 12 minutes.

Windscreen heating (option) active(permanent display)

Displayed whenever the windscreen heat-ing is active.

Note:

The windscreen heating remains active foronly approximately 12 minutes.

Air-conditioning system active(permanent display)

Displayed as soon as the refrigerantcompressor is running.

Roof hatches open (permanentdisplay)

Displayed whenever the roof hatches areopen.



Fuel level low (permanent display)

Note:

Display for fuel level in reserve range.

3.) Bus stop mode displays

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This display mode is activated whenev-er the bus is stationary and the parkingbrake is applied or the bus stop brake

activated with the drive-off lock still act-ive. The bus symbol is always displayedfor this display mode.

Note:



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Driver's area controlsContinuation: bus stop mode

Continuation: bus stop mode


Driver's area controlsContinuation: bus stop mode

A Bus symbols for the loweringsystem

A1 Arrows flashing = loweringactive

A2 Arrows permanently displayed= lowering complete

B Bus symbols for the brakesystem

B1 Permanent wheel display =drive-off lock or bus stopbrake active

B2 Permanent wheel display withparking brake symbol = park-ing brake applied

C Bus symbols for the ramp

C1 Permanent bus display = rampretracted, not enabled

C2 Ramp flashing = ramp enabled

C3 Arrow flashing = ramp in use

C4 Permanent ramp display =ramp extended

C4 Ramp flashing = ramp mal-function

C5 Permanent bus display withwheelchair symbol = ramprequested

D Bus symbols for the lift

D1 Permanent bus display = liftretracted (out-of-use position),not enabled

D2 Lift flashing = lift enabled

D3 Arrow flashing = lift in opera-tion

D4 Permanent lift display = liftlowered

D4 Lift flashing = lift malfunction

E Bus symbols for the doors

E1 Permanent bus display =doors closed, not enabled

E1 Door flashing = door closed,enabled

E2 Permanent door display = dooropen

E2 Door flashing = door malfunc-tion

E3 Permanent door display = doordisabled

E4 Permanent door leaf display =door leaf disabled

E5 Permanent bus display withpushchair symbol = hold dooropen requested or activated(pushchair switch)


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: description

Malfunction displays: description

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A distinction is made between majorand minor malfunctions. Malfunctionsthat have occurred are indicated on thescreen by a malfunction display. Mal-function displays always consist of asymbol (1...x) and a malfunction text (1).These are displayed one under the otheron the screen.

Note:

The malfunction texts are displayed in thelanguage selected.

Major malfunctions

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Major malfunctions are displayed imme-diately in conjunction with red warninglamp (4) and remain active until the mal-functions themselves have been rectified.A warning signal also sounds. It is notpossible to clear the malfunction displayor switch to a different display mode.

Danger.


Minor malfunctions

Minor malfunctions are subdivided intowarning levels A, B and C. Minor mal-functions from warning levels A and Bare displayed immediately as they occurin conjunction with yellow warning lamp(5). No warning signal sounds.


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: red warning level - description

Malfunction displays: red warninglevel - description

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A malfunction indicated by red warninglamp (4) is immediately accompaniedby a malfunction display on the screen.Malfunction displays with red warninglamp (4) remain active on the screenuntil the malfunctions have been recti-fied. The malfunction display cannot becleared if the red warning lamp is lit.

Danger.


Danger.

Risk of accident. If the rear car beginsto swing from side to side, the bus mustbe stabilised by braking. If a malfunctionoccurs in the anti-jackknifing protectionsystem (red warning lamp in conjunctionwith the “Anti-jackknifing protection” sym-bol), it is permissible to drive the bus asfar as the nearest workshop but only inexceptional cases, in favourable weath-er conditions (non-skid road surface) andat a speed of no more than 12 mph (20km/h). In all other cases the bus mustbe towed.


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: red warning level - overview

Malfunction displays: red warninglevel - overview


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: red warning level - overview

Note:

Depending on the type ofmalfunction, the same sym-bol may be displayed with adifferent malfunction text, seesymbol (10) for example.

1 Brake pressure signal mal-function

2 Supply pressure too low(brake circuit 1)

3 Supply pressure too low(brake circuit 2)

4 ABS/ASR failure

5 Drive control failure

6 Engine control failure

7 Transmission malfunction

8 Transmission oil too hot

9 No oil pressure

10 Oil level too low, check oillevel

10 Engine oil replenishment fail-ure. Oil level too low, checkoil level. (Only in buses withautomatic oil replenishment)

11 Coolant too hot

12 Hydrostatic fan drive malfunc-tion

13 Door system malfunction

14 Emergency valve operated

15 Level control failure

16 Entry aid malfunction

17 Fuel level too low

18 No battery charge

19 FPS module 1 malfunction

Note:

There may be up to 8 FPSmodules in the bus. Thenumber (1...8) referring to themodule concerned is shownafter the malfunction text

20 Headroom clearance warning

21 Engine compartment fire mes-sage

22 Roof hatch emergency release

23 Anti-jackknifing system mal-function (articulated busesonly)

24 Auxiliary steering malfunction(buses with trailing axle only)

25 Engine compartment fire


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: yellow warning level A - description

Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level A - description

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Malfunction displays of warning level Aare displayed immediately in conjunctionwith yellow warning lamp (5).

Caution:

In the event of a yellow warning levelmalfunction, it is permissible to drive oncarefully but the bus should be checkedby an EvoBus Service Partner at the earli-est opportunity.

Screen sequence

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Malfunction displays of warning level Ahave to be acknowledged by the driverpressing pushbutton (3) (upper section).

Screen sequence

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Once the malfunction is acknowledged,yellow warning lamp (5) goes out, and“Message available” symbol (A) is shownon the screen

Note:

“Message available” symbol (A) on thescreen indicates that it is possible to callup a message (malfunction, maintenancedue) from a system.


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: yellow warning level A - description

Caution:

In the event of a yellow warning levelmalfunction, it is permissible to drive oncarefully but the bus should be checkedby an EvoBus Service Partner at the earli-est opportunity.


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: yellow warning level A - overview

Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level A - overview


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: yellow warning level A - overview

Note:


1 ABS/ASR failure

Note:

If the “Bus stop brake mal-function” message is alsodisplayed on the screen, thebus stop brake is no longeroperational.

1 ASR trailing axle malfunction(buses with four axles only)

Danger.

With increased caution, itis possible to continue todrive the bus (route can becompleted). The bus mustthen be inspected as soonas possible in the workshop.Braking performance may beaffected. Traction could belimited on slippery surfaces.

2 Parking brake malfunction

3 Retarder malfunction

4 Bus stop brake malfunction

5 Undervoltage

6 No battery charge

7 No battery charge

8 No battery charge

9 Fuel level too low

10 Supply pressure too low

11 Level control malfunction

12 Entry aid malfunction

13 Anti-jackknifing system mal-function (articulated busesonly)

14 Auxiliary steering malfunction(buses with trailing axle only)

15 Oil level too low, check oillevel

15 Engine oil replenishment fail-ure. Oil level too low, checkoil level. (Only in buses withautomatic oil replenishment)

15 Oil level too high, check oillevel

Caution:

There is a risk of engine dam-age if the oil level is too lowor too high. For this reason,correct the oil level at theearliest opportunity.

Note:

Observe the “Display mode:bus stop mode - overview”section.

16 Air drier malfunction

17 AdBlue level too low

18 Fire detection system failure


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: yellow warning level B - description

19 Fire extinguishing system fail-ure

20 Engine torque reduction

21 Track guidance malfunction

Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level B - description

Malfunction displays of warning level Bare displayed on screen (14) for approx-imately 10 seconds in conjunction withyellow warning lamp (5). Once the mal-function display and yellow warning lamp(5) have gone out, the “Message avail-able” symbol is shown on the screen.

Symbol Description

The “Message available”symbol on the screenindicates that it is pos-sible to call up a message(malfunction, maintenancedue) from a system.


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Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: yellow warning level B - overview

Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level B - overview


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: warning level C - description

Note:


1 Drive control failure

2 Engine control failure

3 No oil pressure

4 Hydrostatic fan drive malfunc-tion

5 Transmission malfunction

6 Heating/ventilation malfunc-tion

7 Auxiliary heating malfunction

8 Exterior lighting malfunction

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,dipped-beam headlamps

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,main-beam headlamps

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,rear foglamp

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,front foglamps

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,brake lamps

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,auxiliary brake lamps

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,reversing lamps

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,tail lamps

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,side lamps

8 Exterior lighting malfunction,licence plate lamps

8 Front turn signals malfunction

8 Rear turn signals malfunction

8 Additional turn signal lampsmalfunction

9 Pull-away aid malfunction(buses with trailing axle only)

10 Gas system malfunction (com-pressed natural gas CNGvehicles only)

11 Diesel particulate filter (DPF)

12 ABS/ASR malfunction

Malfunction displays: warning levelC - description

No malfunction display is shown on thescreen. Yellow warning lamp (5) remainsoff. Only the “Message available” symbolis shown on the screen.

Symbol Description

The “Message available”symbol on the screenindicates that it is pos-sible to call up a message(malfunction, maintenancedue) from a system.


Driver's area controlsMalfunction displays: warning level C - overview

Malfunction displays: warning levelC - overview


Driver's area controlsCalling up/selecting/permanently displaying operating displays

Note:


1 Brake pad thickness too low

2 Brake pressure signal mal-function

3 Coolant level too low

4 Hydrostatic fan drive, checkoil level

5 Read the fault memory

6 FPS module 1 malfunction

Note:

There may be up to 8 FPSmodules in the bus. Thenumber (1...8) referring to themodule concerned is shownafter the malfunction text.

7 Lubrication system malfunc-tion

8 Auxiliary steering malfunction,oil level low (buses with trail-ing axle only)

8 Auxiliary steering malfunction,replace filter (buses with trail-ing axle only)

Calling up/selecting/permanentlydisplaying operating displays

Note:


Danger.

Risk of accident. Calling up informationwhile the vehicle is in motion would dis-tract your attention from the road andtraffic. This could result in an accidentwith serious or fatal injuries. For thisreason, do not call up information un-less the bus is stationary and the parkingbrake is applied.


Driver's area controlsSelecting the language on the screen

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To call up operating displays: pressthe upper section of pushbutton (3).

The first display shown on the screenis the “Brake pressure, supply pres-sure and (engine) oil pressure” oper-ating display.

After approximately 5 seconds, thedisplay automatically switches from“Operating displays” mode to “Drivingdisplays” mode.

Note:

If the parking brake is applied, the dis-plays do not scroll on automatically. Theoperating display called up previously isshown and remains on the screen.

To view a particular operating dis-play: press the upper section ofpushbutton (3) repeatedly until thedesired operating display is shown.

The operating displays can be calledup in the following sequence: “Brakepressure, supply pressure and (en-gine) oil pressure”, “Fuel level, Ad-Blue level and (engine) oil level”,“Coolant temperature, transmissionoil temperature and engine oil tem-perature”.

To hold a particular operating displayon the screen: press pushbutton (3)again and hold it for more than 3seconds.

A signal sounds.

The operating display called up re-mains on the screen.

Selecting the language on thescreen

Note:

Precondition: bus stationary, parkingbrake applied.

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Ignition starter switch position (0).


Driver's area controlsSelecting the language on the screen

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Slide sleeve (7) on the steeringcolumn switch (wipe/wash) towardsthe steering column for longer than 5seconds.

The language control menu (countrycodes) appears on the screen.

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It is now possible to find the desiredlanguage by pressing the steeringcolumn switch down (to scroll down)or up (to scroll up).

To save the displayed language (1),slide and hold the sleeve on thesteering column switch again. Diskicon (2) flashes while saving is inprogress.


Driver's area controlsCalling up and interpreting the fuel consumption indicator (option)

Saving is complete when flashingdisk icon (2) lights up permanently.Releasing the sleeve exits the selec-tion menu.

Note:

It is possible to cancel the process at anytime by switching off the side lamps.

Calling up and interpreting the fuelconsumption indicator (option)

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To call up the fuel consumption indic-ator:

Note:

Press the lower section of pushbutton(3) repeatedly until the fuel consumptionindicator appears in the lower section ofthe display.

Note:

The fuel consumption indicator remainsdisplayed until another display is manu-ally selected or other information brieflyappears.


Driver's area controlsCalling up and interpreting the fuel consumption indicator (option)

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Interpreting the display while the busis in motion:

Note:

(1) = current consumption in l/100 km

Note:

(2) = average consumption in l/100 km(total)

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Fuel consumption indicator while thebus is stationary:

Note:

The display of current consumption isconverted from l/100 km to l/h auto-matically while the bus is stationary (v <1.5 km/h).

Note:

(1) = current consumption in l/h

Note:

(2) = average consumption in l/100 km(total)

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To reset the average consumption(total), press RESET pushbutton (1)for longer than 2 seconds with along, thin object (e.g. a pen).


Driver's area controlsVehicle manoeuvrability when the air suspension is depressurised

Note:

The fuel consumption indicator must havealready been selected and be visible onthe display screen.

Note:

It is possible to reset the average con-sumption (total) even while the bus is inmotion.

Vehicle manoeuvrability when theair suspension is depressurised

The front chassis and driven axle guidehave been designed so that the bus isguaranteed to be manoeuvrable evenwhen the suspension air bags are de-pressurised.

In this condition, the whole weight of thebus lays on the stop buffers built intothe front chassis and rear axle. They arenot used when the suspension operatesnormally and only prevent the bus hittingthe axle when compression is extreme.The stop buffers have not been designedto be operated under continuous loadingand cannot be considered a replacementfor the normal suspension under any cir-cumstances. Additionally, the bodyworkcan be damaged (cracks etc.).

Danger.

Although the vehicle remains manoeuv-rable when the suspension is depressur-ised, it must only be driven at walkingpace to the nearest lay-by or EvoBus Ser-vice Partner. The body must always besecured at the correct points by usingjacks and floor stands whenever work iscarried out on the pneumatic suspensionsystem as the vehicle body can sink relat-ively quickly if there is an air loss.


Driver's area controlsLowering/raising the bus on the entry side

Lowering/raising the bus on theentry side

Note:

Precondition: electrical system on, busstationary, doors closed, operating pres-sure > 6.5 bar, red indicator lamp off,lowering/raising with key switch on, levelcontrol operational.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Only operate the lower-ing system with the bus stationary andfor no purpose other than as an entry aid.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Ensure that no objectsor persons are present under the bus,particularly their feet.

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Press and hold the lower sectionof pushbutton (26) until the bus islowered.

The bus lowers on the entry side.

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While the bus is being lowered, thescreen shows: “Bus lowering” (A),“Drive-off lock active” (B).


Driver's area controlsLowering/raising the bus on the entry side

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After the lowering process, thescreen shows: “Lowering complete”(C), “Drive-off lock active” (B).

Note:

After the bus has been lowered, it is pos-sible to open the doors and extend theramp.

Briefly press the upper section ofpushbutton (26).

The bus is raised back to the normallevel.

Note:

Doors must be closed.

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While the bus is being raised, thescreen shows: “Bus rising” (A),“Drive-off lock active” (B).

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After the raising process, the screenshows: “Raising complete” (C),“Drive-off lock active” (B).

Note:

The bus is raised automatically if thedoors are closed or pushbutton (26) isreleased during the lowering process.


Driver's area controlsRaising the bus above normal level

Raising the bus above normal level

Note:

Precondition: electrical system on, busstationary, doors closed, operating pres-sure > 6.5 bar, red indicator lamp off,lowering/raising with key switch on, levelcontrol operational.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Do not exceed the max-imum permissible vehicle height whendriving with the bus raised above normallevel. In Germany, the maximum permiss-ible vehicle height is limited to 4 metres.Observe national specifications in all othercountries (even for cross-border opera-tion).

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Press the upper section of pushbut-ton (2) in bus stop mode.

The bus is raised for as long as thepushbutton is pressed.

Note:

Release the pushbutton when the bus hasreached the required height.

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The following is shown on the screen:“Raised level active” (A).

Note:

This function is displayed if the Bus stopmode display is active.

Briefly press the upper section ofpushbutton (2) in driving mode.

The bus is raised for as long as thepushbutton is pressed.


Driver's area controlsRaising the bus above normal level

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The buzzer sounds briefly. Yellowindicator lamp (14) lights up briefly.

The following is shown on the screen:“Bus raised” (B).

Note:

This function is displayed if the Drivingmode display is active.

Note:

Release the pushbutton when the bus hasreached the required height.

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Briefly press the lower section ofpushbutton (2).

The bus is lowered to the normallevel.

The function indicator on the screengoes out.

Note:

Lowering is cancelled if pushbutton (2) ispressed up during the lowering process.


Driver's area controlsActivating/deactivating the pull-away aid

Activating/deactivating thepull-away aid

Electrical system on

Bus travelling less than 12 mph (20km/h)

Note:

The pull-away aid has the effect of reliev-ing the load on the trailing axle. The loadon the driven axle is increased. This re-duces the tendency of the drive wheels tospin on a slippery road surface.

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Press the lower section of pushbut-ton (B4).

The pull-away aid is activated.

The following appears on the screen:“Pull-away aid active”.

Press the lower section of pushbut-ton (B4) again.

The pull-away aid is deactivated.

The “Pull-away aid active” indicationdisplay on the screen goes out.

Note:

The pull-away aid is deactivated automat-ically as soon as the bus travels fasterthan 20 mph (30 km/h). The “Pull-awayaid active” indication display on thescreen goes out.


Driver's area controlsManual centring of the trailing axle

Manual centring of the trailing axle

Electrical system on

Bus travelling less than 12 mph (20km/h)

Note:

If the trailing axle is centred, the rear endof the bus will swing out less and theturning circle (w to w) will increase.

Note:

The trailing axle is always centred auto-matically whenever the bus is travellingfaster than 20 mph (35 km/h).

Note:

Without manual centring, the trailingaxle is steered fully in proportion to thefront axle at speeds of up to 12 mph (20km/h).

Note:

Without manual centring, the steeringangle of the trailing axle is continuouslyreturned to 0° at a speed of between 12mph (20 km/h) and 20 mph (35 km/h).

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Press and hold the upper section ofpushbutton (B1) until indicator lamp(22) lights up.

The trailing axle is centred parallel tothe driven axle.

Note:

Manual centring is cancelled as soon asthe bus travels faster than 25 mph (40km/h). To restore manual centring atspeeds of below 20 mph (35 km/h), it isnecessary to press switch (B1) again.

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Indicator lamp (22) lights up.

Press the upper section of pushbut-ton (B1) until indicator lamp (22)goes out.

Manual centring below 20 mph (35km/h) is cancelled.


Driver's area controlsActivating/deactivating the automatic steering limiter for the trailing axle (bus stop function)

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Indicator lamp (22) goes out.

Note:

Indicator lamp (22) flashes if the controlunit does not detect a defined axle posi-tion (there is no malfunction).

Note:

Indicator lamp (22) stops flashing whenthe control unit detects a defined axleposition again.

Activating/deactivating the auto-matic steering limiter for thetrailing axle (bus stop function)

Note:

The steering limiter prevents the steer-ing at the trailing axle from being turnedfurther on pulling out of a bus stop thanwhen the bus was pulled into the busstop. The rear of the bus will swing outless.

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Press the lower section of pushbut-ton (10).

The automatic steering limiter is op-erational.

The steering is turned.

The previous steering angle is stored.

A door is opened and closed again.

The steering limiter is activated.


Driver's area controlsActivating/deactivating the automatic steering limiter for the trailing axle (bus stop function)

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Indicator lamp (22) lights up.

Note:

The automatic steering limiter is not activ-ated until the door has closed.

Note:

The automatic steering limiter is activatedeven if the enabled door is subsequentlydisabled using pushbutton (35).

The steering is turned.

The trailing axle is turned no furtherthan the previously stored steeringangle.

The bus reaches a speed of over 10mph (15 km/h).

The automatic steering limiter is de-activated.

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Indicator lamp (22) goes out.

Note:

The steering wheel must be in thestraight-ahead position.

Note:

The automatic steering limiter becomesready for operation again as soon as thespeed of the bus falls below 10 mph (15km/h).


Driver's area controlsGuide wheel loss detection

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Press the upper section of pushbut-ton (10).

The automatic steering limiter is de-activated.

Guide wheel loss detectionThe driver is notified by the followingalerts if the guide wheel bracket atthe front axle is overloaded:

A buzzer sounds.

A yellow warning level A malfunctiondisplay is displayed.

An icon lights up and the followingtext appears on the screen: “Laneguidance malfunction”.

Caution:

Have malfunctions rectified as soon aspossible at a qualified specialist workshopwhich has the necessary specialist know-ledge and tools.

Note:

As guided buses are wider than 2.55 m,these vehicles are subject to the approvalconditions of the country in which theyare operated.

Note:

If the bus is operated outside Germany,the requirements and regulations thatapply in the country concerned must beobserved.


Driver's area controlsApplying the parking brake

Applying the parking brake

Note:

Precondition: minimum operating pressureof 5.5 bar.

Danger.

Risk of accident. There is a fault in theparking brake circuit if the “Brake sys-tem malfunction” indicator lamp lights upwhile there is sufficient operating pres-sure. Have the brake system checked atan EvoBus Service Partner.

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Pull the parking brake lever back (A)and engage it.

The parking brake is applied (airventing noise can be heard).

Danger.

Do not apply the parking brake unless thebus is stationary. Always apply the park-ing brake before you leave the driver'sarea. On uphill and downhill gradients,you must also chock the wheels and turnthe steering towards the kerb.

Danger.

Check the hand lever for full engage-ment. To do so, attempt to press thehand lever in the “release” direction (B)without pulling release ring (2) out of thedetent position. The lever must not move.

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The following appears on the screen:“Parking brake applied” (A).


Driver's area controlsReleasing the parking brake

Releasing the parking brake

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Pull locking ring (2) up and pushparking brake lever (20) forwards(B).

The parking brake is released (aircharging noise can be heard).

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The “Parking brake applied” indica-tion display (A) on the screen goesout.

Note:

A continuous warning tone sounds if theelectrical system is switched off with theparking brake released.

Note:

To guarantee a faultless release of theparking brake, the supply pressure mustbe at least 5.5 bar. If the parking brakeindicator lamp goes out despite there be-ing sufficient supply pressure, there is afault in the spring actuator or the emer-gency release circuit. Have the brake sys-tem checked by an EvoBus Service Part-ner immediately.


Driver's area controlsEmergency braking in the event of failure of both brake circuits

Emergency braking in the event offailure of both brake circuits

Danger.

A failure in brake circuits 1 and 2 willjeopardise the operating safety and road-worthiness of the bus. Stop the vehicleimmediately (traffic conditions permitting).Have the brake system checked by anEvoBus Service Partner immediately.

Note:

In the event of a failure in brake circuits1 and 2, it is possible to initiate emer-gency braking using the parking brakelever.

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Pull release ring (2). Slowly pull thehand lever towards the Applied po-sition (A) and hold it in the desiredposition, otherwise it will automatic-ally return to the Released position(B).

Danger.

When performing emergency braking us-ing the parking brake, make sure thatthe parking brake lever does not engagein the parking position. Release ring (2)must be held in the applied position.

The bus is braked at the rear wheelsonly.

Note:

It is possible to pull the parking brakelever back to any position before the limitposition. This enables you to prevent therear wheels from locking and to controlthe amount of braking force applied.

Danger.

Risk of accident. The anti-lock brakingsystem (ABS) is not operational when theparking brake is applied. You should payparticular attention when driving on slip-pery roads, since the rear wheels couldlock.


Driver's area controlsActivating/deactivating the bus stop brake

Activating/deactivating the busstop brake

Note:

Precondition: bus stationary, electricalsystem on.

Danger.

If the bus stop brake is not used as in-tended, the vehicle could roll away. Thiscould result in an accident with seri-ous or fatal injuries. For this reason, al-ways apply the parking brake before youstart/stop the engine or leave the driver-'s area. Do not under any circumstancesuse the bus stop brake to park the busor to secure it against rolling away. Applythe parking brake whenever you come toa stop on a steep uphill or downhill gradi-ent of more than 15 % or pull into a busstop on a steep uphill or downhill gradi-ent of more than 15 %. Do not activatethe bus stop brake unless the vehicle isstationary.

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Press the lower section of switch(25).

The bus stop brake is active.

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The following appears on the screen:“Bus stop brake active” (A).

Press the upper section of switch(25); depress the accelerator pedal.

The bus stop brake is released.

Note:

The drive-off lock is not released until theaccelerator pedal is depressed.


Driver's area controlsDrive-off lock

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The “Bus stop brake active” indica-tion display (A) on the screen goesout.

Drive-off lock

Note:


Danger.

If the drive-off lock is not used as inten-ded, the vehicle could roll away. Thiscould result in an accident with seri-ous or fatal injuries. For this reason,always apply the parking brake beforeyou start/stop the engine or leave thedriver's area. Do not, under any circum-stances, use the drive-off lock to park thebus or to secure the bus against rollingaway. Apply the parking brake wheneveryou come to a stop on a steep uphill ordownhill gradient of more than 15 % orpull into a bus stop on a steep uphill ordownhill gradient of more than 15 %.

Open the door.

The following appears on the screen:“Drive-off lock active” (A). Addition-

ally, the status indicator for the ac-tion is also displayed.

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In the example: “Door open” (B).

Note:

The drive-off lock is also activated if thefollowing functions are active: “Lowerbus”, “Operate ramp”, “Operate lift”.

Close the door, depress the acceler-ator pedal.


Driver's area controlsImportant notes on the steering system

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The “Drive-off lock active” indicationdisplay (A) on the screen goes out.

Note:

The drive-off lock is not released until theaccelerator pedal is depressed.

Important notes on the steeringsystem

The dimensions of the steering systemand the mechanical steering transmis-sion ratio were designed such that,in the event of a malfunction in thehydraulic power steering system, theeffort required to turn the steeringwheel would not exceed a specificvalue deemed by legislators to be themaximum reasonable force.

For vehicles above 12 t this force is 450N (400 N for vehicles between 3.5 t and12 t) applied to the steering wheel cir-cumference when turning the vehiclefrom straight-ahead driving into a circlewith a 20 m radius at a road speed ofapproximately 10 km/h. No more than6 seconds must pass from the start ofturning to reaching the 20 m radius.

The driver must be aware that, in theevent of a sudden failure in the powersteering (e.g. due to a pump drive mal-function), the bus will remain steerablebut considerably more effort will be re-quired.

Since there is an extremely low probab-ility of this situation occurring - but if itdoes occur, it often does so completelyunexpectedly - the driver could wronglyassume that the steering system hasbeen blocked. In fact, the driver merelyhas to use the level of effort required tocontinue steering.

This important information is intended toclarify the scenario described and pre-vent the driver from possibly misjudgingthe situation.

Danger.

In the event of a power steering failure,the bus becomes very difficult to steer.Have the malfunction rectified immedi-ately at an EvoBus Service Partner.


Driver's area controlsAdjusting the steering wheel

Adjusting the steering wheel

Note:

Precondition: bus stationary, electricalsystem on, driver’s seat adjusted andparking brake applied (bus stop brakeapplied, one door open, bus lowered)

Danger.

Adjust the steering wheel before the startof a journey and never when the vehicleis in motion. There is an increased risk ofaccident if you release the steering wheelduring stops in traffic. The steering wheelwould instantly engage in its current pos-ition the moment the vehicle pulled awayagain.

Press the lower section of the switch.

The steering column lock is released.

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Raise, push or tilt the steering wheel.

Both the height and angle of thesteering wheel can be adjusted to aposition most suitable for the driver'sheight and arm length.

Note:

The instrument panel adjusts along withthe steering wheel.

Press the upper section of theswitch.

The steering wheel and instrumentpanel are locked in their current posi-tion.


Driver's area controlsTurning the steering wheel when the bus is stationary

Turning the steering wheel whenthe bus is stationary

Observe the instructions and informa-tion.

Note:

To prevent damage to the steeringcolumn, the following points must beobserved when turning the steering wheelwith the bus stationary, without hydraulicsupport (engine switched off) and withouta turntable under the front wheels (tyresin direct contact with the ground):

Release the steering wheel adjusterand push the steering wheel fullydown. Lock the steering wheel ad-juster in place. Turn the steeringwheel using both hands placed apartat an angle of between 90° and180°.

Caution:

Never have more than one person turnthe steering wheel. Do not pull the steer-ing wheel on one side only.

Note:

We ask the workshop in particular to notethis.

Opening/closing the driver'swindow

Note:


Danger.

Risk of injury. Monitor closing of thedriver's window to ensure that nobodycan become trapped.


Driver's area controlsSwitching the mirror and window heating on and off

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Press the lower section of pushbut-ton (C1).

The window is opened.

Press the upper section of pushbut-ton (C1).

The window is closed.

Note:

The window stops in its current posi-tion if power windows pushbutton (C1)is released when opening or closing thedriver's window.

Switching the mirror and windowheating on and off

Note:

Precondition: engine running.

Note:

The window and the exterior mirrorheating is limited to approximately 12minutes.


Driver's area controlsSwitching the windscreen heating (option) on/off

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The indicator lamp in pushbutton (7)lights up.

The heating is active.

The following is shown on the screen:“Window/exterior mirror heated”.


The indicator lamp in switch (7) goesout.

The heating is switched off.

The “Window/exterior mirror heated”indication display on the screen goesout.

Switching the windscreen heating(option) on/off

Note:

Precondition: electrical system on, enginerunning.

Note:

Windscreen heating is limited to approx-imately 12 minutes.


Driver's area controlsSwitching the windscreen heating (option) on/off

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Windscreen heating is active.

The following is shown on the screen:“Windscreen heated”.


The indicator lamp in pushbutton (7)goes out.

The “Windscreen heated” indicationdisplay on the screen goes out.

Windscreen heating is switched off.


Driver’s seat/passenger seats

Table of contents

Important notes on the driver's seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

Grammer MSG 90.5 driver's seat control elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Using the driver's seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168



Important notes on the driver's seat

Important notes on the driver's seat

It is essential that the following instruc-tions be observed:

Danger.

In the interests of road safety, the driver-'s seat must not be adjusted when thebus is in motion.

Note:

The following descriptions provide a briefoverview of the control elements. Themanufacturer's operating instructionsprovided must be observed in all cases.





Grammer MSG 90.5 driver's seat control elements

Grammer MSG 90.5 driver's seatcontrol elements



Grammer MSG 90.5 driver's seat control elements

1 Backrest adjustment

Note:

Relieve load on backrest,pull lever upwards, move intorequired position, releaselever.

2 Lateral support adjustment

Note:

Individually adjustable lateralsupport by two compressed-air chambers. (+) chamberfills up or (-) chamber emp-ties.

3 Lumbar support (upper cham-ber)

Note:

(+) chamber fills up or (-)chamber empties.

4 Lumbar support (lower cham-ber)

Note:

(+) chamber fills up or (-)chamber empties.

5 Height adjustment

Note:

Pull lever up = upward ad-justment. Push lever down =downward adjustment.

6 Damper setting

Note:

The damper setting can beinfinitely adjusted betweensoft and hard.

7 Swivel release mechanism

Note:

Press button downwards:the seat can now be turned(swivel range: 50° to the left,90° to the right).

8 Seat belt buckle

9 Seat heating switch (option)

10 Seat cushion angle adjust-ment

Note:

Relieve load on backrest, pullbutton upwards: the seatangle can now be adjusted.

11 Seat cushion depth adjust-ment

Note:

Pull button upwards: the seatcushion can now be adjusted.

12 Driver's seat fore-and-aft ad-justment

Note:

Pull lever upwards: the seatcan now be slid in the longit-udinal direction.



Using the driver's seat belt

Using the driver's seat belt

Note:

The driver's seat fitted has an integratedbelt system. The user instructions there-fore only apply to belts that were in-stalled in the manufacturing plant.

Note:

Section 21a of the German road trafficregulations (StVO) stipulates that the seatbelt must be buckled while the vehicle isin motion. Observe the legal requirementsin all countries concerned.

Fastening the seat belt: pass theseat belt untwisted and tightly acrossyour pelvis and shoulder and insertthe tongue into the belt buckle untilyou hear it engage.

Danger.

The seat belt must not pass over yourneck, be snagged or rub against sharpedges. It should fit as close to the bodyas possible. You should therefore avoidwearing bulky clothing. Do not route theseat belt over solid or fragile objectsin pockets in your clothing. Frequentlyretighten the seat belt over your shoulder.

Releasing the seat belt: press thered button in the belt buckle andassist the inertia reel by guiding theseat belt back.


Transmission shift systems

Table of contents

Automatic transmission - general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

Selector positions of the 3-pushbutton switch panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Selector positions of the 6-pushbutton switch panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173



Automatic transmission - general

Automatic transmission - general

Danger.

Risk of accident. The bus is free to movewith the transmission in neutral “N” andthe brakes released. Apply the parkingbrake and press pushbutton N wheneverthe bus is parked or work is to be carriedout on the bus with the engine running.Do not shift down on a slippery road sur-face (risk of skidding). Press pushbuttonN when there is a risk of sliding and skid-ding. For a brief stop, such as at a busstop or traffic lights, keep the gearshiftunit in its current position and bring thebus to a halt using the service brake orbus stop brake. Shift down in good timeon long uphill or downhill gradients, espe-cially when under a big load.

Note:

Changing gear with the automatic trans-mission: the engine can only be startedwhen the transmission is switched to theneutral position N. The individual gearsare changed automatically in responseto the position of the switches, the roadspeed and the accelerator pedal position.

Note:

Driving away: apply the service brake.Select the gearshift position by pressinga pushbutton with the engine at idlingspeed (accelerator pedal not depressed).Do not release the brake until the busbegins to pull away. There is otherwisea risk of the bus pulling away too soon(bus creeps). On upwards slopes releasethe brake and simultaneously depress theaccelerator pedal.

Note:

Accelerator pedal positions: little throttlefor low acceleration and sooner upshifts.More throttle for high acceleration andlater upshifts. Kickdown (depressing theaccelerator pedal to the stop beyond thefull throttle position) for maximum accel-eration. The transmission shifts down toa lower gear if the road speed is belowthe maximum speed for the next geardown. The transmission shifts up whenthe engine is running at rated speed.



Selector positions of the 3-pushbutton switch panel

Selector positions of the 3-pushbut-ton switch panel

Note:

Precondition: pushbutton “N” pressed,bus stationary, service brake applied, ac-celerator pedal released (engine speed <900 rpm).

Note:

Applies to the automatic transmissions:ZF Ecomat 6-speed transmission andVoith 4-speed automatic transmission.

Note:

Each button lights up when pressed.

Caution:

If the pressed button begins to flash, thisis a warning that there is a severe riskof transmission damage (limited systemmonitoring). In this event, it is permittedto drive on to the nearest workshop butonly with the engine under partial load.

Caution:

Observe the towing guidelines if thetransmission is damaged.

For towing guidelines, refer to the “Op-eration” section of the Operating Instruc-tions.

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Press switch “R”.

The automatic transmission shifts toreverse gear.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Do not shift into reversegear unless the bus is stationary and theengine is running at idling speed.




Note:

It is necessary to press the “N” buttonfirst if button “D” is pressed after but-ton “R” or if button “R” is pressed afterbutton “D”.

Note:

During reverse travel, a warning tone willsound if this feature has been requestedby the customer or stipulated by nationalregulations.

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Press switch “N”.

The automatic transmission shifts toneutral.

The bus is free to move if no brakesare applied. There is no power trans-mission from the engine to the drivenaxle.

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Press switch “D”.

Gears 1 to 4 (4-speed transmission)or 1 to 6 (6-speed transmission) areautomatically selected in succession.

Note:

Drive position “D” provides ideal drivingcharacteristics in almost all operating situ-ations.




Selector positions of the 6-pushbut-ton switch panel

Note:

Precondition: pushbutton “N” pressed,bus stationary, service brake applied, ac-celerator pedal released (engine speed <900 rpm).

Note:

Applies to the automatic transmissions:ZF Ecomat 6-speed transmission andVoith 4-speed automatic transmission.

Note:

Each button lights up when pressed.

Caution:

If the pressed button begins to flash, thisis a warning that there is a severe riskof transmission damage (limited systemmonitoring). In this event, it is permittedto drive on to the nearest workshop butonly with the engine under partial load.

Caution:

Observe the towing guidelines if thetransmission is damaged.

For towing guidelines, refer to the “Op-eration” section of the Operating Instruc-tions.

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Press switch “R”.

The automatic transmission shifts toreverse gear.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Do not shift into reversegear unless the bus is stationary and theengine is running at idling speed.




Note:

It is necessary to press the “N” buttonfirst if button “1” or “D” is pressed afterbutton “R” or if button “R” is pressedafter button “1” or “D”.

Note:

During reverse travel, a warning tone willsound if this feature has been requestedby the customer or stipulated by nationalregulations.

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Press switch “N”.

The automatic transmission shifts toneutral.

The bus is free to move if no brakesare applied. There is no power trans-mission from the engine to the drivenaxle.

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Press switch “D”.

Gears 1 to 4 (4-speed transmission)or 1 to 6 (6-speed transmission) areautomatically selected in succession.

Note:

Drive position “D” provides ideal drivingcharacteristics in almost all operating situ-ations.




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Press switch 3.

The transmission shifts through gears1 to 3 automatically.

Note:

For driving on slight to moderate uphillgradients to prevent transmission huntingbetween 3rd and 4th gear.

On a downhill gradient, this selectorposition makes full use of the enginebraking effect up to the maximumpermissible engine speed in 3rd gear.

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Press switch 2.

The transmission shifts betweengears 1 and 2 automatically.

Note:

For driving on moderate uphill gradientsto prevent transmission hunting betweenthe 2nd and 3rd gear.

On a downhill gradient, this selectorposition makes full use of the en-gine braking effect up to the maxim-um permissible engine speed in 2ndgear.

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Press switch 1.

For driving on steep uphill gradientsand for manoeuvring the bus at slowspeeds.

Note:

Only 1st gear is selected.

On a downhill gradient, this selectorposition makes full use of the enginebraking effect up to the maximumpermissible engine speed in 1st gear.



Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning

Table of contents

Safety instructions for the air-conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Operating instructions for the air-conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - driver’s area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - whole bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

Driver's area - setting the air distribution/demisting the windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

Driver’s area - adjusting the temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Driver’s area - adjusting the blower speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Driver's area - cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

Additional driver's area ventilation (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

Switching air-recirculation mode on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

Passenger compartment – switching automatic temperature regulation on and off - code HH2/HK1 . . . . 188

Passenger compartment – switching automatic temperature regulation on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

Switching the auxiliary heating on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

Switching the reheat function on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

Passenger-compartment temperature - changing the base value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

Opening the roof hatches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196



Table of contents

Fans on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

Switching fans on and off - code HH2/HK1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

Auxiliary heating digital timer (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202

Auxiliary heating operation (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203



Safety instructions for the air-conditioning system

Safety instructions for the air-conditioning system

Air-conditioning systems that are op-erated with refrigerant R 134 a are la-belled with appropriate stickers and/orplates on the compressor.

Never mix R 134 a refrigerant and thecorresponding DEA Triton SE 55 refriger-ator oil with other products.

It is forbidden to disregard the latesttechnological standards and allow refri-gerant to escape into the environmentwhen servicing or decommissioning air-conditioning systems.

Refrigerant and refrigerator oils must bedisposed of separately, or recycled.

Maintenance work on air-conditioningsystems as well as removal of refriger-ants and oils may only be carried out bypersons who have the relevant and ne-cessary specialist knowledge, technicalequipment and official approval (controlof health and safety at work, local gov-ernment, TÜV).

The operator must maintain a logbookauditing the consumption of refrigerantand refrigerator oils.

Danger.

On automatically controlled air-condition-ing systems, the ventilation blowers canbe started at any time by the condens-er or evaporator units. Therefore turn theignition switch to the OFF position whencarrying out cleaning work. Do not reachinto the fan blades or fan rollers. Avoidany contact with refrigerant as there isa risk of frostbite. Treat affected skinareas as for frostbite, and contact a doc-tor straight away. Carry out maintenanceand repair tasks with the engine switchedoff whenever possible. Keep a safe dis-tance from moving parts (e.g. belt drive)when the engine is running.

Operating instructions for the air-conditioning system

Note:

The driver's window should remain closedwhile the vehicle is in motion and theair-conditioning is operating to ensurefaultless operation of the air-conditioningsystem.



Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - driver’s area

Heating/ventilation/air-conditioningcontrol panel - driver’s area



Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - driver’s area

A Air distribution

B Temperature control

C Blower output

11.2 Driver's area cooling



Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - whole bus

Heating/ventilation/air-conditioningcontrol panel - whole bus



Driver's area - setting the air distribution/demisting the windscreen

11.3

1. Air recirculation function

2. To increase the base value forthe passenger-compartmenttemperature

11.4

1. Passenger-compartment tem-perature control on/off

2. To call up the program forchanging the base value

3. To confirm the base value forthe passenger-compartmenttemperature

11.5

1. Auxiliary heating on/off

2. To decrease the base valuefor the passenger-compart-ment temperature

11.6 : Reheat on/off

Driver's area - setting the air distri-bution/demisting the windscreen

Note:


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Turn switch (a) to position 1.

Air flows out: - in the footwell tothe right-hand side of the steeringcolumn (adjustable), in the foot-well on the left-hand side (non-ad-justable), at the left-hand side win-dows, at the right-hand side of the

driver's cab, at the driver's platformand at the instrument panel.


Air flows out: - in the footwell, at theleft-hand side windows, at the right-hand side of the driver's cab, at thedriver's platform, at the instrumentpanel and at the windscreen.

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Air flows out: at the windscreen andat the instrument panel



Driver’s area - adjusting the temperature

Turn switch (a) to position 4 (wind-screen demisting).

Air flows out: at the windscreen (fordemisting) and at the instrument pan-el

Note:

The blower runs at maximum output andcannot be regulated.

Note:

Air is permanently blown out the followingair vents: instrument panel, front rightfootwell (adjustable), right-hand side ofdriver’s cab.

Driver’s area - adjusting thetemperature

Note:

The target temperature for the driver’sarea is infinitely adjustable.

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Turn switch (b) clockwise into the redarea.

The temperature in the driver's areais increased.

Turn switch (b) anti-clockwise intothe blue area.

The temperature in the driver’s areais reduced.



Driver’s area - adjusting the blower speed

Driver’s area - adjusting the blowerspeed

Note:


Note:

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Turn switch (c) clockwise.

The blower speed is increased.

Note:

Maximum blower speed is not availableunless the engine is running.

Note:

In economy mode with the electrical sys-tem switched on but with the engineswitched off, the blower will operate onlyat minimum speed.

Turn switch (c) anti-clockwise.

The blower speed is reduced.



Driver's area - cooling

Driver's area - cooling

Note:

Precondition: engine running, switch “b”in the blue area, outside temperatureabove 12 °C.

Note:

In buses with a roof-mounted air-condi-tioning system (refer to vehicle variantdescription), driver's area cooling can beactivated only in conjunction with passen-ger compartment cooling.

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Press pushbutton (11.2).

Note:

The air-conditioning system must be op-erated at least once a month (even inthe cold season) in order to maintain theleak-tightness of the slide ring seal on thecompressor crankshaft.

Note:

The maintenance program for the com-pressor cannot be operated unless theoutside temperature is above 0 °C andthe coolant temperature (engine circuit) isabove 50 °C.

Driver's area cooling control is activ-ated.

The indicator lamp in pushbutton(11.2) lights up.

Press pushbutton (11.2) again.

Driver's area cooling control is deac-tivated.

The indicator lamp in pushbutton(11.2) goes out.



Additional driver's area ventilation (option)

Additional driver's area ventilation(option)

Note:


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Turn rotary knob (1) clockwise toincrease blower output.

The air distribution can now be setusing air vents (2).

Switching air-recirculation mode onand off

Note:


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The roof hatches are closed.

The fresh-air flaps are closed.

The roof ventilators switch off.

Note:

Air-recirculation mode remains active forapproximately 10 minutes. Normal modeis resumed automatically after this time.



The roof hatches are opened.

The fresh-air flaps are opened.

The roof ventilators switch on.



Passenger compartment – switching automatic temperature regulation on and off - code HH2/HK1

Passenger compartment – switchingautomatic temperature regulationon and off - code HH2/HK1

Note:


Note:

With the engine switched off, economymode is active and the roof ventilatorsremain switched off.

Note:

If the electrical system has been switchedon but the engine is not running, theblowers operate only at the lowest out-put level.

Note:

Passenger compartment cooling is activ-ated only if the interior temperature risesabove 22 °C.

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Automatic passenger-compartmenttemperature regulation is switchedon.


Note:

The temperature in the passenger com-partment is regulated automatically in linewith the outside temperature and the de-sired temperature set for the passengercompartment.

Note:

Blower output is infinitely increasedor reduced and the roof ventilatorsare switched on or off in line withthe temperature in the passengercompartment.


Automatic passenger-compartmenttemperature regulation is switchedoff.




Passenger compartment – switching automatic temperature regulation on and off

Note:

All current settings are retained whenev-er passenger-compartment regulation isswitched off. Automatic regulation is re-activated when passenger-compartmentregulation is switched on again.

Passenger compartment – switchingautomatic temperature regulationon and off

Note:


Note:

With the engine switched off, economymode is active and the roof ventilatorsremain switched off. If the electrical sys-tem has been switched on but the engineis not running, the blowers operate onlyat speed 1. Fresh air is fed into the pas-senger compartment through the hingedwindows and by the roof ventilators.

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Automatic passenger-compartmenttemperature regulation is switchedon.


Note:

The temperature in the passenger com-partment is regulated automatically in linewith the outside temperature and the de-sired temperature set for the passengercompartment.



Switching the auxiliary heating on and off

Note:

Blower output is infinitely increasedor reduced and the roof ventilatorsare switched on or off in line withthe temperature in the passengercompartment.


Automatic passenger-compartmenttemperature regulation is switchedoff.


Switching the auxiliary heating onand off

Note:


Danger.

Risk of poisoning and asphyxiation. Theauxiliary heating must not be used in en-closed spaces such as garages or work-shops due to the risk of poisoning andasphyxiation. Timer and preselectionmode are similarly prohibited.

Danger.

Risk of explosion. The auxiliary heatingmust be switched off at filling stationsand fuel dispensing systems due to therisk of explosion.

Danger.

Risk of fire. The auxiliary heating mustremain switched off in places where ignit-able vapours or dust can accumulate (e.g.in the vicinity of filling stations, fuel de-pots, or coal, sawdust or grain stores orsimilar).

Danger.

Risk of fire and burns. There is a risk offires and burns due to the high exhausttemperatures and the hot exhaust pipefor the auxiliary heating. For this reason,do not stop or park the bus over ignitablematerials (e.g. grass) when the auxiliaryheating is in operation, has recently beenin operation or has been operated by theinstant heating button/preset timer.



Switching the auxiliary heating on and off

Note:

Operation of the auxiliary heating is lim-ited to approximately 30 minutes with theelectrical system switched off.

Note:

The auxiliary heating has to be switchedon manually. It is not activated automat-ically.

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The auxiliary heating switcheson after approximately 10 to 15seconds.


The following appears on the screen:“Auxiliary heating on”.

Note:

Each press of the pushbutton initiates anauxiliary heating start-up attempt. Theauxiliary heating will be disabled elec-tronically after 10 unsuccessful start-upattempts.

Note:

To re-enable the auxiliary heating: switchthe on-board power supply off and on.


The auxiliary heating system switchesoff.


The “Auxiliary heating on” indicationdisplay on the screen goes out.



Switching the reheat function on and off

Note:

If the bus is not equipped with an aux-iliary heating system, pressing pushbut-ton (11.5) only switches the recirculationpump for the heating on and off.

The run-on time begins and lasts ap-proximately 90 to 120 seconds.

Switching the reheat function onand off

Note:


Note:

The recirculated air (i.e. the reducedamount of fresh air) is cooled as it comesinto contact with the refrigerant evaporat-or and reheated by the heat exchangerfor the heating system. This processcondenses water out of the air passedthrough the system. The air directed topassengers or the driver is thereby dehu-midified.

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Dehumidified air is delivered from theair vents.


Note:

The reheat function remains active for amaximum of approximately 30 minutes.



Passenger-compartment temperature - changing the base value


The reheat function is switched off.

The air delivered from the air vents isno longer dehumidified.


Passenger-compartment tem-perature - changing the basevalue

Note:


Note:

In case you want to change the targettemperature in the passenger compart-ment, the control panel enables you tochange the temperature base value set-ting within defined limits. 24 °C is thedefault base value programmed for thetemperature in the passenger compart-ment and assigned to temperature regu-lation pushbutton (11.4). This base valuecan be increased to a maximum of 28°C or reduced to a minimum of 20 °C inincrements of 2 °C.

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Press and hold pushbutton (11.4) forat least 10 seconds.

The indicator lamps in pushbuttons(11.3), (11.4) and (11.5) may flashindividually or in combination, de-pending on the base value currentlyset.




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The base value is increased. Pressonce = increase by 2 °C. Press twice= increase by 4 °C.

Note:

The base value can be increased by amaximum of 4 °C.

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The base value is decreased. Pressonce = decrease by 2 °C. Presstwice = decrease by 4 °C.

Note:

The base value can be decreased by amaximum of 4 °C.

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Adjustment of the base value is con-firmed.

The indicator lamps stop flashing.

The control unit switches back tonormal operation.




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The following base value settings arepossible: base value setting 20 °C.The indicator lamp in pushbutton(11.5) flashes.

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Base value setting 22 °C. The indic-ator lamps in pushbuttons (11.4) and(11.5) flash.

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Base value setting 24 °C. The in-dicator lamp in pushbutton (11.4)flashes.

Note:

By default, temperature regulation push-button (11.4) is programmed for a valueof 24 °C.



Opening the roof hatches

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Base value setting 26 °C. The indic-ator lamps in pushbuttons (11.3) and(11.4) flash.

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Base value setting 28 °C. The in-dicator lamp in pushbutton (11.3)flashes.


Note:

Precondition: electrical system on, tem-perature control off, windscreen wipersoff.

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The roof hatches are raised at therear (‘air out’ position).




Note:

The red indicator lamp in the pushbuttonlights up.

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The roof hatches are indicated on thescreen as being in air-out position(1).

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Press the upper section of pushbut-ton (5) again.

The roof hatches are raised at thefront and rear.

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The roof hatches are indicated on thescreen as being in open position (1).




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The roof hatches are raised at thefront (‘air in’ position).

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The roof hatches are indicated on thescreen as being in ‘air in’ position(1).

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The roof hatches close. The red in-dicator lamp in the pushbutton goesout.

Note:

It is possible to close the roof hatches atany time by pressing the lower section ofpushbutton (5).



Fans on/off

Note:

The roof hatches close automaticallywhen the temperature control or wind-screen wipers are switched on.

Note:

The roof hatches close automaticallywhen the ignition is switched off.

It is possible to prevent the roofhatches from closing automaticallywhen the ignition is switched off.To do so, press and hold button (5)while the engine is switching off.

The roof hatches remain open (air-outposition) and the red indicator lampin pushbutton (5) lights up.

Fans on/off

Note:

Precondition: engine running.

Note:

Automatic fan switch-on/switch-off is en-abled whenever the engine is started.

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The fans start to run.


Note:

The fans switch on automatically if theinterior temperature is too high (aboveapproximately 22 °C) or air-recirculationmode is switched off.



Switching fans on and off - code HH2/HK1


The fans switch off.


Note:

The fans switch off automatically if theinterior temperature is too low or air-recir-culation mode is switched on.

Automatic fan switch-on/switch-off isenabled again.

Switching fans on and off - codeHH2/HK1

Note:

Precondition: engine on.

Note:

Automatic fan switch-on/switch-off is en-abled whenever the engine is started.

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The fans start to run.


Note:

The fans start up automatically if the out-put of the interior blowers rises to ap-proximately 70 %. – air-recirculation modeis not active.



Switching fans on and off - code HH2/HK1


The fans switch off.


Note:

The fans stop automatically if the outputof the interior blowers falls below approx-imately 62 %, if air-recirculation mode isactive or if automatic passenger-compart-ment regulation is not active.



Auxiliary heating digital timer (option)

Auxiliary heating digital timer(option)



Auxiliary heating operation (option)

1 Time button: Display time/settime (press for longer than 2seconds)

2 Program selection: Heatingstart preset time: display, set,delete

3 Instant heating: Switch auxil-iary heating on and off manu-ally

4 Back

5 Forward

6 Screen display

6.1 Operating display

6.2 Weekday

6.3 Time display

6.4 Storage location


Danger.

Risk of explosion and suffocation. Heat-er operation is not permitted: at fillingstations or fuel dispensing systems, inplaces where ignitable vapours or dustcan accumulate (e.g. in the vicinity offilling stations, fuel depots, or coal, saw-dust or grain stores), in enclosed spaces(e.g. bus depot).

Caution:

The heater must be operated at leastonce a month, with the engine cold, forat least 10 minutes

Note:

The timer can be used to preset the heat-ing start time for a period of up to sev-en days. It is possible to program threeswitch-on times, although only one can beactivated. The clock displays the currenttime and the weekday when the ignitionswitch is switched on. The display and

buttons are lit when the heater is in oper-ation. All symbols flash in the indicationdisplay after the power supply is connec-ted. The time and the weekday must beset.

Note:

If the ignition switch is switched off andthe heating unit is in continuous heatingmode, a remaining time of 15 minutesappears in the display and the heatingunit continues to operate.




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Control of the clock was designed insuch a way that all flashing symbolscan be adjusted using buttons (4)and (5). The displayed time is storedif 5 seconds pass without a switchbeing pressed. Fast mode is enabledwhen buttons (4) and (5) are presseddown for longer than 2 seconds.

Switch on the auxiliary heating withdigital timer: press button (3).

The auxiliary heating is switched onmanually.

Switch off the auxiliary heating:press button (3) again.

The auxiliary heating is switched offmanually.

Call up the time with the ignitionswitched off: press button (1).

Set the time or day: press down but-ton (1) for longer than 2 seconds

Time (6.3) flashes.

Adjust the time with buttons (4) and(5).

Now the weekday (6.2) flashes, it canbe adjusted with buttons (4) and (5).

Program the start of heating (presettime): press button (2).

Storage location 1 (6.4) flashes.

Adjust the time with buttons (4) and(5).

Weekday (6.2) flashes.

Adjust the weekday with buttons (4)and (5).

Time (6.3) flashes.

Note:

Storage locations 2 and 3 (6.4) can beadjusted using the same procedure byrepeatedly pressing button (2).

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Display preset times: repeatedlypress button (2) until the requiredstorage location is displayed.




Deactivate the preset time: pressbutton (2) repeatedly until the time isdisplayed without a storage location(6.4).

Program the switch-on duration: theheater must be OFF. Press down but-ton (4) for three seconds.

Switch-on duration flashes

Set the desired switch-on durationusing buttons (4) and (5).

Note:

The switch-on duration can be setbetween 10 and 120 minutes.

Adjust remaining time: set the de-sired remaining time using buttons(4) and (5).

Note:

The remaining time is the time for whichthe heater remains in operation. It canonly be changed when the heating unit isoperating and the ignition switch is off.

Note:

The remaining time can be set between10 and 120 minutes.



Opening/locking

Table of contents

Protection against entrapment in the door opening direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

Protection against entrapment in the door closing direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

Emergency operation - doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210

Forced door closure in an emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212

Opening/closing door 1 from the outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214

Locking/unlocking the door leaves from the outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214



Locking door 1 with the key (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216

Locking/unlocking the door leaves from the inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

Opening/closing the doors from the inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218

Opening/closing automatic doors from the inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219

Opening/closing automatic doors from the outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221

Opening/closing automatic doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223


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Switching between automatic and manual door operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225

Teaching in the doors in the closing and opening directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227

Pushchair stop request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231


Opening/locking

Protection against entrapment in the door opening direction

Protection against entrapment inthe door opening direction

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If a door makes contact with an objectwhen opening, the door leaf concernedis switched to reduced-power pushback.

The indicator lamp in the pushbuttonpressed (37/38/39) flashes.

The door then continues to move in theopening direction.

Protection against entrapment inthe door closing direction

M54_00-0632-01

If a door makes contact with an objectwhen closing, the closing motion is re-versed to open the door again.

The indicator lamp in the pushbuttonpressed (37/38/39) lights up.

On automatic doors, the closing move-ment is reinitiated after the hold-opentime has elapsed.


Opening/locking

Emergency operation - doors



Opening/locking


Emergency switch location

Danger.

Risk of accident. Only use the emergencyswitch in emergencies.

Note:

There is one interior and one exterioremergency switch at each of the doors.

Note:


1 Emergency switch

- in drive position, when thered handle strip on the emer-gency switch is parallel to thedirection of travel,- in emergency position, whenthe red handle strip on theemergency switch is turned90° relative to the directionof travel.

2 Emergency switch cover:Open cover (2) before oper-ating emergency switch (1).Opening the doors in anemergency: Turn the emer-gency switch in the directionof the arrow from the driveposition to the emergencyposition. The door leaves canbe opened manually.

Note:

Warning functions when theelectrical system is switchedon: the red warning lamplights up. The “Emergencyswitch operated” malfunc-tion display is shown on thescreen. A signal sounds. Thecorresponding door pushbut-ton on the instrument panelflashes.

Note:

Exterior emergency switch(1) next to the doors makesit possible for rescuers togain access to the vehicleinterior from the outside inthe event of an emergency oran accident.

Danger.

All doors must be unlockedbefore departure (refer tothe “Locking/unlocking thedoor leaves from the inside”or “Locking/unlocking doorleaves from the outside” sub-sections in the “Opening/locking” section of the Op-erating Instructions). It mayotherwise not be possible toopen the doors urgently fromthe outside in an emergency.


Opening/locking

Forced door closure in an emergency

Note:

The doors must be relockedwhen the vehicle is parked toprevent unauthorised accessto the vehicle interior.

Close the doors: Turn theemergency switch in the op-posite direction to the arrowfrom the emergency positionto the drive position.

Note:

The warning functions are de-activated if the correspondingdoor pushbutton on the in-strument panel is pressed andthere is sufficient reservoirpressure.

Forced door closure in an emer-gency

Note:

Precondition: bus stationary, parkingbrake applied, on-board power supply on,electrical system on.

Note:

A faulty door may be able to be forciblyclosed depending on the malfunctioncause.

Caution:

In the event of a malfunction, have thedoor system checked immediately at anEvoBus Service Partner.

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Release (2) and open service cover(1) above the relevant door.


Opening/locking

Forced door closure in an emergency

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Press and hold workshop pushbutton(3) until the door is closed.

Danger.

Anti-entrapment protection is inoperativeif the workshop pushbutton is pressed inan emergency operation.

The door is now forcibly closed.

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Close and lock (2) service cover (1).M72_00_0026-01

Lock both door leaves from the in-side with square key (2).

Caution:

In the event of a malfunction, have thedoor system checked immediately at anEvoBus Service Partner.


Opening/locking

Opening/closing door 1 from the outside

Opening/closing door 1 from theoutside

Note:

Precondition: battery voltage 24 ± 3volts.

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To open door 1, press pushbutton(1) precisely in the centre (pressurepoint).

Note:

If pushbutton (1) is pressed in an areaaway from the centre, door 1 does notopen. This is designed to prevent unau-thorised persons from opening the door.

Note:

Door 1 does not open if it has beenmechanically locked.

To close door 1, press pushbutton(1) precisely in the centre (pressurepoint).

Locking/unlocking the door leavesfrom the outside

Note:

All door leaves must be unlocked beforethe bus is driven.

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Turn lock (3) upwards (4) with squarekey (1).

Lock indicator (2) is black. The doorleaf is locked.


Opening/locking


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Turn lock (3) downwards (5) withsquare key (1).

Lock indicator (2) is green. The doorleaf is unlocked.


Note:


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Open fuel filler flap (1).

Press pushbutton (2).

Keep pushbutton (2) pressed untildoor 1 opens.

Note:

The way in which pushbutton (2) is op-erated may differ from the method de-scribed here depending on customer op-tions.


Keep pushbutton (2) pressed untildoor 1 closes.


Opening/locking



Note:


Open the front flap above the right-hand headlamp.

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Keep pushbutton (2) pressed untildoor 1 opens.

Note:

The way in which pushbutton (2) is op-erated may differ from the method de-scribed here depending on customer op-tions.


Keep pushbutton (2) pressed untildoor 1 closes.

Locking door 1 with the key(option)

Whenever you disembark, lock door1 from the outside using the key.

Note:

If the locked door was unlocked from theinside using the handwheel, the door can-not be locked from the outside again untilthe unlocking mechanism has been re-leased.


Opening/locking

Locking/unlocking the door leaves from the inside

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To do this, using a long, pointed ob-ject (e.g. a screwdriver), operate theunlocking mechanism through open-ing (1) and simultaneously turn thehandwheel in the opposite directionto the printed arrow.

The door can now be locked from theoutside using the key again.

Locking/unlocking the door leavesfrom the inside

Note:

All door leaves must be unlocked beforethe bus is driven.

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Turn lock (1) with square key (2) inthe opposite direction to the arrow.

The door is locked.

Note:

The door leaf can only be locked withsquare key (2).

Turn lock (1) in the direction of thearrow using square key (2) or hand-wheel (3).

The door is unlocked.

Note:

Handwheel (3) is only capable of unlock-ing the door leaf.


Opening/locking

Opening/closing the doors from the inside

Opening/closing the doors from theinside

Note:


Danger.

Do not drive the bus unless the doors areproperly closed. M54_00-0632-01

Press one of pushbuttons (37) to(39).

The relevant door(s) open(s).

The indicator lamp in the pushbuttonpressed lights up.

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The following is shown on the screen:“Drive-off lock/bus stop brake activ-ated” (A). “Door 1 and/or door 2, 3open” (B).

Press one of pushbuttons (37) to (39)again.

The relevant door closes.

The indicator lamp in the pushbuttonpressed goes out.


Opening/locking

Opening/closing automatic doors from the inside

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The following is shown on the screen:“Drive-off lock/bus stop brake activ-ated” (A). “All doors closed” (B).

The bus is ready to depart.

Note:

The drive-off lock is released as soon asthe accelerator pedal is depressed and itis possible to pull away.

Opening/closing automatic doorsfrom the inside

Note:

Precondition: electrical system on, alldoors unlocked.

Danger.

Open doors increase the risk of acci-dent for passengers. Do not drive thebus unless the doors are properly closed.Only enable the doors for opening usingthe door enable switch at bus stops andwhen the bus is stationary.

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Passenger: press pushbuttons (1)next to the doors.

A signal sounds.


Opening/locking

Opening/closing automatic doors from the inside

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The “Bus stopping” or “Stop” passen-ger information lights up.


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Driver: press switch (35) to the rightor down.

The door opens automatically whenthe switch (35) is pressed.

Note:

The door closes automatically aftera hold-open time of approximately 3seconds. The door can then be reopenedby the passenger as often as desiredwhile door enable switch (35) is pressed.

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The following is shown on the screen:“Door open” (B) (door 3 in the ex-ample).


Opening/locking

Opening/closing automatic doors from the outside

Opening/closing automatic doorsfrom the outside

Note:


Danger.

Open doors increase the risk of acci-dent for passengers. Do not drive thebus unless the doors are properly closed.Only enable the doors for opening usingthe door enable switch at bus stops andwhen the bus is stationary.

M54_00-0223-01


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The following is shown on the screen:“Door enabled” (A) (door 3 in theexample) and “Drive-off lock active”(B).


Opening/locking

Opening/closing automatic doors from the outside

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The green indicator lamps in exteriorpushbutton (4) light up and exteri-or “Open door” pushbuttons (4) areactivated (see example).


The door opens.

The indicator lamp in the relevantdoor pushbutton in the driver's area(36 to 39) lights up.

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The following is shown on the screen:“Door open” (C) (door 3 in the ex-ample).

Note:

The red indicator lamps in the exteri-or pushbutton light up briefly if exterior“Open door” pushbutton (4) is pressed.

Note:

The door closes automatically aftera hold-open time of approximately 3seconds.

Note:

The door can be opened as often as de-sired while the “Door enable” pushbuttonis pressed by the driver (35).

The “Stop request” indication displayon the screen goes out.


Opening/locking

Opening/closing automatic doors


Note:


Danger.

Open doors increase the risk of accidentfor passengers. Do not drive the bus un-less the doors are properly closed. Onlyenable the doors for opening using thedoor enable pushbutton at bus stops orwhen the bus is stationary.

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Press pushbuttons (1) next to thedoors.

A signal sounds.

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The following is shown on the screen:“Door enabled” (A) (door 3 in theexample) and “Drive-off lock active”(B).

DOOR OPEN is displayed in pushbut-ton (1) next to the doors.

M72_00-0035-01

Exterior pushbuttons (4) are activ-ated and the green indicator lampsin pushbutton (4) light up (see ex-ample).

Passenger: press pushbutton (1) or(4).

The door opens.

The indicator lamp in the correspond-ing door pushbutton (36 to 39) lightsup.


Opening/locking

Switching between automatic and manual door operation

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The following is shown on the screen:“Door open” (E) (door 3 in the ex-ample).

Note:

If pushbutton (4) is pressed, the red in-dicator lamps in the pushbutton light upbriefly.

Note:

The door closes automatically aftera hold-open time of approximately 3seconds.

Note:

The door can be opened as often as de-sired as long as switch (35) is pressed.

The “Stop request” indication displayon the screen goes out.

Switching between automatic andmanual door operation

Note:

Precondition: bus stationary, parkingbrake applied.

Danger.

Risk of accident. The automatic drive-off lock is switched off at door 1 us-ing switch (5) and door operation is notchanged to automatic or manual mode.


Opening/locking

Switching between automatic and manual door operation

M72_00-0066-01


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Press switch (5) to position 0.

Automatic operation of relevant door(door 2 or 3) is disabled.

The door cannot be opened by pas-sengers.

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It is possible to operate the doormanually using the correspondingpushbutton (38/39) on the instru-ment panel.


Opening/locking

Teaching in the doors in the closing and opening directions

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Press switch (5) to position 1.

Automatic operation of relevant door(door 2 or 3) is enabled.

The door can be opened by passen-gers with the automatic door functionenabled.

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Close and lock (2) service cover (1)above the relevant door.

Teaching in the doors in the closingand opening directions

Note:

Precondition: bus stationary, parkingbrake applied, reservoir pressure > 7 bar,battery voltage 24 V, on-board power sup-ply on, electrical system on.

Note:

Teaching-in is not fault correction. If afault recurs after teach-in has been com-pleted, the cause of the fault must beremedied.

Note:

Always teach in door 1 first if malfunc-tions have occurred simultaneously atdoor 1 and another door.


Opening/locking


Note:

Always teach in doors in both the closingdirection and the opening direction.

Caution:

The control unit at door 1 is programmedspecifically for the bus. Do not exchangethe control units for test purposes.

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Press and hold workshop pushbutton(3) to teach in the door in the closingdirection.

The door closes.


Opening/locking


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Wait until doorway lamp (4) flashes.

Note:

Flashing indicates that the teach-in pro-cess in the closing direction has beencompleted correctly.

Note:

Doorway lamp (4) flashes once at door 1,twice at door 2 and three times at door 3etc.

M72_00-0068-01

Release workshop pushbutton (3).

Note:

Do not release workshop pushbutton(3) until the flashing sequence is com-pleted (once at door 1, twice at door 2and three times at door 3, etc.).

The door has been taught in in theclosing direction.

Press and hold workshop pushbut-ton (3) to teach in the door in theopening direction.

The door opens.

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Wait until doorway lamp (4) flashes.


Opening/locking


Note:

The flashing indicates teach-in in theopening direction has been completedcorrectly.

Note:

Doorway lamp (4) flashes once at door 1,twice at door 2 and three times at door 3etc.

M72_00-0068-01

Release workshop pushbutton (3).

Note:

Do not release workshop pushbutton(3) until the flashing sequence is com-pleted (once at door 1, twice at door 2and three times at door 3, etc.).

The door has been taught in in theopening direction.

Firstly switch off the electrical sys-tem then the on-board power sup-ply and wait for approximately 5seconds.

The newly taught-in values are storedin the control unit.

Switch the on-board power supplyand then the electrical system backon.

The door operates with the newlytaught-in values.

M72_00-0066-01

Close and lock (2) service cover (1)above the relevant door.


Opening/locking

Pushchair stop request


Note:

Precondition: door release activated.

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A signal sounds.

M82_00-0005-01


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The following is shown on the screen:“Stop request” (E) (flashing), “Push-chair” (B).


Opening/locking


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Driver: press the lower section of“Pushchair” switch (28).

Note:

If the pushchair function is enabled, thedoor no longer closes automatically butremains open and can only be closed bythe driver pressing corresponding push-button (36 to 39) on the instrument pan-el.

Note:

The pushchair function is also activatedwhen the driver opens the door.

M54_00-0246-01

The following is shown on the screen:“Pushchair” (B) (flashing), “Dooropen” (C), “Wheel braked” (D).

The “Stop request” indication display(E) goes out.

Driver: press the upper section ofswitch (28).

Note:

If the pushchair function is disabled bythe driver, the door closes automaticallyafter the hold-open time (approximately 3seconds). Passengers can now open thedoor again.

M54_00-0246-01

The “Pushchair” indication display (B)on the screen goes out.


Practical adviceTable of contents

Safety instructions for working in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236

Engine oil level: oil level information on the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236

Operating safety and roadworthiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

Tyre pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

Tyre tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Tyre condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Tyre age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Invisible tyre damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241

Tyre load capacity, top speed of tyres and types of tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241

Retreaded tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242

Cleaning the tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242

Retightening the wheel nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242

Wheel nut tightening torques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243

Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243

Tyre pressures table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246

Safety measures to be taken in the event of a flat tyre or a wheel change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248



Jacking points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

Jacking points, front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250

Jacking points, centre (articulated buses only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250

Jacking points, rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251

Emergency release of the drive-off lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252

Parking brake emergency release (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253

Electrical system safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254

General safety precautions for batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

Safety precautions for handling batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

Battery maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

Recharging the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

Working on the electrical system and electrical fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257

Measures required for the prevention of damage to buses or components during electric weldingwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258

Switching the on-board power supply on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259

Switching off the on-board power supply at the master safety switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260



Jump-starting where vehicle batteries are mounted one above the other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261

Jump-starting where vehicle batteries are mounted side by side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264

Jump-starting buses equipped with a battery charging socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266

Opening the emergency exit in the roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

Folding out and folding in headlamps or bumper corner pieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269

Note on maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271

Cleaning the underbody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271


Practical adviceSafety instructions for working in the engine compartment

Safety instructions for working inthe engine compartment

Danger.

Never leave the engine running whenwork is being carried out in the enginecompartment.

Danger.

Safeguard the engine against beingswitched on without authorisation.Remove the key from the ignition switch.

Danger.

If the engine is at normal operating tem-perature, allow it to cool down for sometime - risk of burning.

Should it be necessary to change a drivebelt as the result of a breakdown and nosuitable gauge is available to check thebelt tension then the bus must be takento the nearest EvoBus Service Partner as

soon as possible to check that the belttension and the tightening torques arecorrect.

Engine oil level: oil level informa-tion on the screen

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The various items of oil level informationon the screen are operating displays andare not displayed automatically. Theycan only be called up by pressing Screencontrol pushbutton (3) (upper section).


Practical adviceEngine oil level: oil level information on the screen

Caution:

There is a risk of engine damage if theoil level is too low or too high. Therefore,correct the oil level as soon as possible.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Calling up additional in-formation manually while the vehicle is inmotion would divert your attention awayfrom the road and traffic conditions. Thiscould result in an accident with serious orfatal injuries. For this reason, only call upinformation manually when the bus is sta-tionary and the parking brake is applied.

Note:

Observe “Calling up/selecting/perman-ently displaying operating displays” in the“Driver's area controls” section.

Engine oil level OK

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The “Oil level OK” message indicatesthat the oil level is in the normal range.

Note:

If the oil level is OK, it is not possible tocall up any further oil level information.

Engine oil level too low

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An insufficient engine oil level is indic-ated by the “Oil level” message and thetop-up amount required in litres (4.5litres in the example).

Note:

This display is only available if a yellowwarning level malfunction or the “Messageavailable” symbol (spanner) has previouslybeen displayed.


Practical adviceEngine oil level: oil level information on the screen

Note:

There is a risk of engine damage if theengine oil level is too low. Therefore, cor-rect the oil level as soon as possible.

Note:

Observe "Malfunction displays" in the“Practical advice” section.

Engine oil level too high

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The engine oil level is too high if the “Oillevel > max” message is displayed.

Note:

This display is only available if a yellowwarning level malfunction has previouslybeen displayed.

Note:

There is a risk of engine damage if theengine oil level is too high. Therefore,correct the oil level as soon as possible.

Engine oil level cannot bemeasured

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If the oil level cannot be measured, e.g.due to a sensor fault, this is indicated bythe “Oil level - - - - -” message.


Practical adviceOperating safety and roadworthiness

Operating safety and roadworthi-ness

Tyres are particularly important for theoperating safety and roadworthiness ofthe bus. The pressure, tread and con-dition of the tyres should therefore bechecked on a regular basis.

Tyre pressure

Check the specified tyre pressure regu-larly – at least once a week and beforelonger journeys – when the tyres arecold.

Danger.

Always observe the specified tyre pres-sures for your bus. The temperature andpressure of the tyres increase when thebus is in motion. For this reason, youshould never reduce the pressure of warmtyres. The tyre pressures would then betoo low once the tyres had cooled. If thetyre air pressure is too low, the tyre is li-able to burst, particularly with increasingnumbers of passengers/load and speed.This could result in you losing control ofyour bus and causing an accident, therebyinjuring yourself and other people.

Note:

If the tyre pressure is too low, this leadsto intensive heating of the tyres, in-creased tyre wear, changes in directionalstability and increased fuel consumption.

Note:

If the tyre pressure is too high, this res-ults in a longer braking distance, poorertyre grip and increased tyre wear.

Caution:

Caps on the tyre valves protect the valveinserts from moisture and dirt. The capson the tyre valves should therefore alwaysbe screwed on tightly.


Practical adviceTyre tread

Tyre tread

A minimum tyre tread depth is specifiedby law. Comply with the legal specifica-tions for the relevant country.

As the remaining tread depth reduces,the less effective the road grip and hand-ling characteristics of the bus become,particularly on wet or snowy roads.

In the interest of safety, have the tyresreplaced before the legally-specified min-imum tread depth is reached.

Danger.

Always ensure that there is sufficient tyretread. Insufficient tyre tread depth in-creases the risk of aquaplaning if the busis driven at high speed during heavy rainor in slush. The tyre tread can no longerdeflect the water away. This could res-ult in you losing control of your bus andcausing an accident, thereby injuring your-self and other people.

Tyre condition

Before setting off, check the tyres on thebus for:

external signs of damage

foreign objects in the tyre tread

foreign objects between twin tyres

cracks, bulges

Note:

Please note that cracks, bulges or extern-al damage can cause a tyre to burst. Thiscould result in you losing control of thebus and causing an accident, thereby in-juring yourself and other people. Havedamaged tyres replaced immediately.

Tyre age

Have the tyres changed at least everysix years, irrespective of wear. This alsoapplies for the spare wheel.

Danger.

The sun's rays and environmental factorscause tyres to age. The rubber fromwhich the tyre is made loses elasticity.Tyres harden and become brittle, cracksappear due to ageing. Tyres which aremore than six years old are no longer reli-able.


Practical adviceInvisible tyre damage

Invisible tyre damage

Avoid crushing tyres against the kerb orswitching off the bus when a part of thetyre tread is up on the kerb.

Danger.

Driving over the edge of the kerb orsharp edged objects can cause damageto the tyre substructure which is notvisible externally. Damage to the tyresubstructure only becomes noticeablemuch later and could cause the tyre toburst. This could result in you losingcontrol of your bus and causing anaccident, thereby injuring yourself andother people.

Tyre load capacity, top speed oftyres and types of tyres

Danger.

Exceeding the specified tyre load capa-city or the approved maximum tyre speedcould lead to tyre damage or tyre failure.This could result in you losing control ofyour bus and causing an accident, therebyinjuring yourself and other people. Forthis reason, only use the approved tyretypes and sizes for your bus model andnote the required tyre load capacity andspeed index for your bus. Pay particularattention to country-specific tyre approvalregulations. These regulations may spe-cify a particular type of tyre for your busor prohibit the use of particular tyre typesthat may be approved in other countries.In addition, it may be advisable to use aspecific type of tyre in certain regions orareas of use. You can obtain informationon tyres from any EvoBus Service Partner.

Where twin tyres are fitted, the twintyres must have the same external dia-meter, otherwise the tyre that has the

largest diameter will be overloaded. Tip:the simplest and most reliable measure-ment method is to check circumferencesusing a circumference tape.

Note:

The maximum tolerance for twin tyresis 0.5% of the tyre diameter. The largertyre must always be fitted in the outboardposition.


Practical adviceRetreaded tyres

Retreaded tyres

Retreaded tyres are not inspected forEvoBus and are therefore not recommen-ded. Existing damage is not always de-tected during retreading. For this reas-on, EvoBus cannot guarantee the safetyof the bus if retreaded tyres are used.

Cleaning the tyres

Danger.

Risk of accident. Clean tyres and suspen-sion air bags very carefully. Round-sprayjets must not be used to clean the tyresand suspension air bags. The water jetmay damage the tyres. Replace damagedtyres.


Damage to the environment: only cleanthe bus at a washpoint intended for thispurpose. Heed environmental protectionmeasures.

Retightening the wheel nuts

Danger.

Risk of accident. Regularly check thewheel nuts for firm seating and retightenif necessary. Make sure that the wheelnuts on a new or changed wheel areretightened after driving for 30 miles(approximately 50 km). If new or newlylacquered wheel rims are used you mustalso retighten the wheel nuts after thebus has driven for 600 to 3,000 miles(approximately 1,000 to 5,000 km). Ob-serve the tightening torques.


Practical adviceWheel nut tightening torques

Wheel nut tightening torques

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Danger.

Risk of accident. Observe the tighteningtorques: pressed-steel wheel with cent-ring by spherical spring washers (2) andwheel bolts 450 Nm.

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Danger.

Risk of accident. Observe the tighteningtorques: pressed-steel wheel with hubcentring by wheel hub 600 Nm. Light-alloy wheel with hub centring 600 Nm.

Snow chainsSnow chains

Caution:

Snow chains must not be used on thewheels of the front axle.

Note:

Comply with the manufacturer's fittinginstructions and legal requirements.

Note:

Only fine-link snow chains are permitted.

Note:

Raising the bus using the raising/lower-ing system may make it easier to fit thesnow chains.


Practical adviceSnow chains

Danger.

Make sure that the snow chains are fit-ted tightly. Do not exceed the permittedmaximum speed of 25 mph (40 km/h).

Note:

Check that the snow chains are seatedfirmly after driving for a suitable distance(dependent upon the conditions), retightenif necessary.


Practical advice


Practical adviceTyre pressures table

Tyre pressures table


Practical adviceTyre pressures table

Tyre pressure in bar

Tyre size 275/70 R 22.5, loadindex 148

Axle load for single tyres inkg

Axle load for twin tyres in kg

Axle load/tyre pressure ratingfor public transit buses oper-ated in urban traffic, includingjourneys involving longer dis-tance routes, e.g. in order toservice suburbs and neigh-bouring towns, provided theaverage speed does not ex-ceed 40 km/hAxle load/tyre pressure rat-ing for public transit busesrequired to operate at roadspeeds up to a maximum of60 km/h

Axle load/tyre pressure ratingfor excursions and touringservices

Danger.

Risk of accident. An under-inflated tyre impairs drivingsafety and reduces tyre life.Fuel consumption, tyre wearand risk of tyre damage areincreased.

Caution:

Check tyre pressures regu-larly.

Note:

The values listed in the tableare recommended values fortyre size 275/70 R 22.5 -load index 148. For specificor unusual operating condi-tions, please contact the tyremanufacturer concerned.

Note:

Tyre pressure increases or de-creases by approximately 0.2bar with every 10 °C increaseor decrease in air temperat-ure respectively. This mustbe borne in mind if tyre pres-sures are checked indoors,especially in the winter.

Example: temperature in thedepot approximately 20 °C,outside temperature approx-imately 0 °C – this meansthat the tyre pressure to beset = specified tyre pressure+ 0.4 bar.


Practical adviceSafety measures to be taken in the event of a flat tyre or a wheel change

Safety measures to be taken inthe event of a flat tyre or a wheelchange

Danger.

Park the bus as far away as possible fromthe traffic and on firm ground. Switch onthe hazard warning lamps. Let all passen-gers disembark and move them out of thedanger zone (e.g. behind the crash barri-er). Position a warning triangle or hazardwarning light at a suitable distance. Ob-serve the legal requirements of the coun-try concerned.

Danger.

Only change the wheel on a level, firmand non-slip surface. The bus or jackmay slip out to the side on a soft or slip-pery surface (snow, ice, smooth surface,etc.).

Danger.

Never lie under the bus if it is raised upand is not supported by axle stands. Donot start the engine as there is a risk offatal injury. Safeguard the engine againstbeing switched on without authorisation.Remove the key from the ignition switch.

Jacking points

Danger.

Risk of accident. Secure the bus againstrolling away.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Observe the operatinginstructions issued by the jack manufac-turer.

Danger.

Risk of accident. Never lie under the busif it has been raised without the addi-tional support of axle stands. Do notstart the engine as there is a risk of fatalinjury. Prevent the engine from beingswitched on without authorisation, removethe key from the ignition starter switch.


Practical adviceJacking points

Danger.

Risk of accident. If the complete bus isto be raised using wheel grippers, multi-post lifts, etc., all axles must be raisedsimultaneously.

Danger.

Risk of accident. In the interestsof safety, the connector to the NR(electronic level control) control unit mustbe disconnected.

Caution:

When the bus is being lowered, makesure that the suspension air bags areseated correctly and that there is suffi-cient supply pressure to fill the suspen-sion air bags again.

Caution:

The driven axle and centre axle must nev-er be raised in the middle.

Caution:

The driven axle and trailing axle are inter-connected by the suspension. It is pro-hibited to raise an individual axle to sucha height that the wheels on the secondaxle would be lifted from the ground.

Note:

The whole bus can be raised using thejacking points on the underbody.

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Practical adviceJacking points, front

Raise the bus at the designated jack-ing points indicated on the under-body of the bus.

Jacking points, front

Danger.

Secure the bus against rolling away. Ap-ply the parking brake.

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Raise the bus at the jacking pointson the front axle casing shown in theillustration.

Jacking points, centre (articulatedbuses only)

Danger.

Secure the bus against rolling away. Ap-ply the parking brake and chock the frontwheels.

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Raise the bus at the jacking pointsat the centre of the bus underbodyshown in the illustration.


Practical adviceJacking points, rear

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Raise the bus at the jacking pointson the centre axle shown in the illus-tration.

Caution:

Never position the jack at the centre ofthe axle casing.

Jacking points, rear

Danger.

Secure the bus against rolling away. Ap-ply the parking brake and chock the frontwheels.

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Raise the bus at the jacking points atthe rear of the bus underbody shownin the illustration.

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Raise the bus at the jacking pointson the rear axle shown in the illustra-tion.

Caution:

Never position the jack against oil drainplug (1) or in the centre of the axle cas-ing.


Practical adviceEmergency release of the drive-off lock

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Raise the bus at the jacking pointson the trailing axle shown in the illus-tration.

Caution:

The driven axle and trailing axle are inter-connected by the suspension. It is pro-hibited to raise an individual axle to sucha height that the wheels on the secondaxle would be lifted from the ground.

Emergency release of the drive-offlock

Danger.

This switch has a tamper-evident seal andis intended to be operated only in theevent of a malfunction in the bus stopbrake or drive-off lock.

Danger.

Make absolutely sure that the parkingbrake is applied before you operate thebus stop brake emergency release switch.The bus could otherwise roll away.

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Remove tamper-evident seal (1).

Open the switch cover (19).

Pull switch (19).

The drive-off lock is released.

A signal sounds with the bus station-ary.


Practical adviceParking brake emergency release (option)

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Yellow warning lamp (14) lights upwith the bus stationary.

The “Brake” symbol and the “Busstop brake malfunction” message aredisplayed on the screen.

Danger.

Have the malfunction rectified as soon aspossible at an EvoBus Service Partner.

Parking brake emergency release(option)

Note:

Precondition: auxiliary consumers operat-ing pressure of more than 5.5 bar, park-ing brake valve in the released position.

Danger.

Risk of accident. For emergency use only.Secure the bus against rolling away be-fore releasing the spring-loaded parkingbrake. Rectify faults in the brake systemimmediately.


Practical adviceElectrical system safety precautions

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Open the cover of emergency releaseswitch (18).

Pull switch (18).

The spring actuators are released.

Note:

Switch off the emergency release devicebefore restoring the bus to normal opera-tion.

Note:

Provide the cover with a new tamper-evid-ent seal and secure it with wire.

Note:

Test regularly.

Electrical system safety precautions

For safety reasons, always switch off thebattery isolating switch before work iscarried out on the electrical system orthe batteries are disconnected/recon-nected.

Do not connect or disconnect wiringharness connectors to/from electroniccontrol units unless the ignition starterswitch is OFF.

During engine washes, always protectthe starter, alternator and electrical plugconnections from moisture.

Never attempt to bridge or repair fuses.

Use only fuses of the specified amper-age. Never replace fuses with those of ahigher ampere rating as this could leadto damage to the electrical system.


Practical adviceGeneral safety precautions for batteries

General safety precautions forbatteries

Danger.

Risk of short circuit. Do not place anymetal objects on batteries.

Caution:

Do not loosen or disconnect the terminalclamps while the engine is running andelectrical consumers are switched on.


Dispose of defective batteries in an envir-onmentally responsible manner. Observelegal requirements.

Safety precautions for handlingbatteries

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(1) - Fire, sparks, naked flames andsmoking are prohibited. Prevent spark-ing.

(2) - Risk of explosion.

(3) - Observe the operating instructions.

(4) - Risk of acid burns. Battery acid iscorrosive. Always observe the safety in-structions and safety precautions whenhandling batteries or battery acid. Bat-tery acid must never come into contactwith skin, eyes or clothing. Rinse off allacid splashes immediately with copious

amounts of clean water. Seek medicalattention if necessary.

(5) - Wear safety goggles.

(6) - Keep children away.

Danger.

Naked flames and smoking are strictlyprohibited whenever work is being carriedout on the vehicle batteries. Avoid thecreation of sparks. Wear safety goggles.Keep children away. There is a risk ofacid burns. The Operating Instructionsmust be observed. There may be a riskof explosion.

Danger.

All cells of lead-acid batteries must be fit-ted with special caps that are interlinkedby vent hoses, thereby allowing any gasesproduced to be directed into the open air.


Practical adviceBattery maintenance

Danger.

If the bus is equipped with lead-acid bat-teries, it is prohibited to exchange thesefor gel batteries, and vice versa.

Battery maintenance

Do not clean the batteries withoutthe cell caps screwed in. Do not usepetrol, benzene, kerosene or similarfor cleaning.

Ventilation bores in the cell capsmust be open, i.e. the hoses in thecell ventilation must not be blocked.

Lightly grease the terminal clampswith acid-proof grease, especially theunderside.

Check the securing screws for theterminal clamps and the screw secur-ing the negative cable to the chassisregularly for firm seating.

Recharge out-of-service batteriesonce a month or trickle-charge themat 0.06 A. Gel batteries require spe-cial chargers having the appropriatecharge characteristic (IU, IUOU orWUOU).

Recharging the batteries

Danger.

Risk of injury. Risk of explosion.

Risk of explosion due to oxyhydrogengas formation. Make sure that there isgood ventilation when you charge thebatteries.

Caution:

Caution. Do not rapid-charge new batter-ies under any circumstances.


Practical adviceWorking on the electrical system and electrical fuses

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Remove the cell caps and termin-al clamps from the batteries beforerecharging. Do not disconnect theconnecting cable (B) between thebatteries.

Observe the correct charging voltage(24 volts).

The charge current should not ex-ceed 10 % of the battery capacity.

Gel batteries require special chargershaving the appropriate charge char-acteristic (IU, IUOU or WUOU).

Working on the electrical systemand electrical fuses

Danger.

Risk of fire.

Before any work is carried out on theelectrical system, switch off all con-sumers and disconnect the negativeterminal clamps (-) of the batteries.

Do not reconnect the negative ter-minal clamps (-) until all electricallines have been reconnected cor-rectly.

Before you attempt to change a fuse,switch off all consumers and discon-nect the negative terminal clamps (-)of the batteries.

Never attempt to bridge or repairfuses.

Use only fuses of the specified am-perage. Never replace fuses withthose of a higher ampere rating as

this could lead to damage to theelectrical system.

Always rectify the cause of the mal-function before replacing the fuseconcerned.


Practical adviceMeasures required for the prevention of damage to buses or components during electric welding work

Measures required for the pre-vention of damage to buses orcomponents during electric weldingwork

To prevent damage to variouscomponents of the bus, the followingmeasures must be taken before weldingwork is carried out:

Have a fire extinguisher on standby.

The clip on the negative terminal ofthe battery must be disconnectedand the negative terminal covered.(Observe the notes on disconnectingthe vehicle batteries.)

The pieces of foam fitted in some ofthe cavities in the body as sound-proofing must be removed before thecommencement of panel work, weld-ing and tin-plating.

Connect the earth connection of theelectric welder directly to the partto be welded. When doing so, makesure that there are no electricallyinsulating parts between the earthconnection and the weld point.

Heat-sensitive parts, such as plastictubes, are to be protected or re-moved.

Lines routed in cavities, and contain-ers or electronic components thathave been fitted concealed, must beremoved from the danger area beforethe start of welding.

The passenger compartment andglazing must be covered with pro-tective mats to protect them fromweld splatter and flying sparks.

Shield off areas at risk of damagecaused by flying sparks and radiantheat.

Do not allow electronics housings orelectrical lines to come into contactwith the welding electrode or theearth connection of the welder.

If two parts are to be welded togeth-er, both parts must be connected tothe negative clip of the welder.

The seam points of the part on thebus to be welded and of the earthterminal on the electric welder mustbe as bare as possible – paint, cor-

rosion, oil, grease and dirt shouldtherefore be thoroughly removed.

The earth terminal of the weldermust not be connected to the trans-mission. The welding current maycause sparking at the bearing pointsinside the transmission. The result-ant changes in crystalline structurewould lead to premature failure ofthe assembly.

Danger.

The heating effects may cause densesmoke or fires.


Practical adviceSwitching the on-board power supply on/off

Switching the on-board powersupply on/off

Note:

Precondition: battery voltage 24 ± 3 volts

M54_00-0213-01

Open service cover (1) on the batterycompartment.

Note:

The battery compartment contains the fol-lowing: batteries, battery isolating switch,main fuses for on-board power supply,starter relay.

M54_00-0214-01

Remove screw cap (2).

Insert key (3) and turn it clockwise.

The electrical systems and con-sumers are connected to thebatteries.

The on-board power supply isswitched on.

Turn key (3) anti-clockwise and re-move it.

The electrical systems and con-sumers are isolated from thebatteries.


Practical adviceSwitching off the on-board power supply at the master safety switch

The on-board power supply isswitched off.

Refit screw cap (2).

Switching off the on-board powersupply at the master safety switch

Danger.

Do not operate master safety switch (17)except in an emergency and only with thebus stationary.

M54_00-0260-01


Open switch cover (17).

Pull switch (17).

The power supply is disconnected.

Note:

All the consumers are isolated from thebatteries. Exception: hazard warninglamps with indicator, tachograph andemergency lighting

The engine stops.

Note:

Switch off the master safety switch be-fore starting up the bus.

Note:

Provide the cover with a new tamper-evid-ent seal and secure it with wire.


Practical adviceJump-starting where vehicle batteries are mounted one above the other

Note:

Test regularly.

Jump-starting where vehicle bat-teries are mounted one above theother

Danger.


Turn the key in the ignition starterswitch back to the stop (position“0”). M54_00-0683-01

Open the service cover on batterycompartment (1).



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Unscrew the retaining screws forbattery support frame (2).

M54_00-0691-01

Pull the batteries out on the supportframe by gripping handles (3) withboth hands.

M54_00-0690-01

Unscrew retaining screw (4) on theupper battery carrier.



M54_00-0687-01

Swing the upper battery carrier tothe right.

M54_00-0689-01

Connect one end of the positivecable to the (+) terminal of the dis-charged battery first, then connectthe other end of the positive cable tothe (+) terminal of the donor battery.

Danger.

Risk of injury/explosion. Do not connectthe jump lead to the battery terminals (B)to which the connecting cable betweenbattery 1 and battery 2 is connected.

Connect the negative cable to the (-) terminal on the donor battery andthen the other end to an earthed,bare metal part connected to theskeleton of the bus being jump-star-ted.

Note:

Make the connection as far as possiblefrom the discharged battery.

Run the engine of the donor vehicleat an elevated idling speed.

Start the engine of the bus to bejump-started in the normal way andlet it run at idling speed.

Switch off the engine of the donorvehicle.


Practical adviceJump-starting where vehicle batteries are mounted side by side

Fully disconnect the negative/earthconnection of the jump leads andthen disconnect the positive cable.

Note:

To prevent voltage peaks, switch on themore powerful consumers of the jump-started bus, such as the lighting, heatedwindows or ventilation, before you discon-nect the jump leads.

Jump-starting where vehiclebatteries are mounted side by side

Danger.


Turn the key in the ignition starterswitch back to the stop (position“0”).

M54_00-0531-01



Practical adviceJump-starting where vehicle batteries are mounted side by side

M54_00-0684-01

Pull out spring pin (2) on the batterysupport frame.

M54_00-0685-01

Pull the batteries out on the supportframe by gripping handles (3) withboth hands.

Connect one end of the positivecable to the (+) terminal of the dis-charged battery first, then connectthe other end of the positive cable tothe (+) terminal of the donor battery.

Connect the negative cable to the (-) terminal on the donor battery andthen the other end to an earthed,bare metal part connected to theskeleton of the bus being jump-star-ted.

Note:

Make the connection as far as possiblefrom the discharged battery.





Practical adviceJump-starting buses equipped with a battery charging socket

Fully disconnect the negative/earthconnection of the jump leads andthen disconnect the positive cable.

Note:

To prevent voltage peaks, switch on themore powerful consumers of the jump-started bus, such as the lighting, heatedwindows or ventilation, before you discon-nect the jump leads.

Jump-starting buses equipped witha battery charging socket

Danger.


Turn the key in the ignition starterswitch back to the stop (position“0”).

M54_00-0531-01



Practical adviceJump-starting buses equipped with a battery charging socket

M54_00-0693-01

Connect a suitable jump lead to bat-tery charging socket (2).

Note:

Example illustrated: manufactured by Fen-wick

M54_00-0694-01

Connect a suitable jump lead to bat-tery charging socket (2).

Note:

Example illustrated: Nato socket




Disconnect the jump lead.

Note:

To prevent voltage peaks, switch on themore powerful consumers of the jump-started bus, such as the lighting, heatedwindows or ventilation, before you discon-nect the jump lead.


Practical adviceOpening the emergency exit in the roof

Opening the emergency exit in theroof

M77_00-0001-01

Press in security foil (1).

Behind the security foil is a handle.

Roof plate (2) can be removed usinghandle (3).

M77_00-0002-01

Remove roof plate (2) using handle(3).

Danger.

Risk of accident. Only remove the roofplate or operate the emergency exit in anemergency and with the bus stationary.

M77_00-0014-01

The emergency operation is triggeredusing a red rotary handle on the in-side or outside (1).

Note:

In emergencies, the twistgrip on the in-side (1) must be turned in the direc-tion of the arrow (clockwise). The emer-gency exit cover can now be secured bya safety rope and placed to one side out-side the bus.


Practical adviceFolding out and folding in headlamps or bumper corner pieces

Danger.

The cover for the roof emergency exithatch must be fitted by skilled personnelat an EvoBus Service Partner followingthe emergency operation.

On an articulated bus, an emergencyhammer is located in the roof of therear car underneath the emergencyexit cover. In an emergency, thehammer can be used to break theglass panel in the emergency exit.

Danger.

Risk of injury. There is a risk of injuryfrom flying glass splinters when smashingthe window with the emergency hammer.Protect your hands and eyes.

Danger.

Risk of injury. There is a risk of cuttingyourself. Take care when leaving thevehicle through a smashed window.

Folding out and folding in head-lamps or bumper corner pieces

Note:

Preconditions: bus secured against mov-ing off of its own accord, front flap open.

Danger.

The bus must not be moved if a bumpercorner piece has been unlocked or foldedout.


Practical adviceFolding out and folding in headlamps or bumper corner pieces

M88_20-0001-01

Move the lever (arrowed) on the rearof the flap lock to the left.

Note:

The direction of movement “to the left”(when viewed in the direction of travel)applies to both bumper corner pieces.

Note:

The bumper corner piece is additionallysecured by a quick-release lock.

Grasp the bumper corner pieceabove the headlamp and pull it in thedirection of the arrow against theresistance of the quick-release lock.

Note:

The direction of the arrow signifies:forwards and diagonally away from thecentre of the vehicle.

Note:

The fold angle is limited to approximately60° by a retention strap.

To fold the bumper corner piece in,lift it up and push it against the flaplock.

Caution:

Before the bumper corner piece is foldedin, make sure that the closing tongue inthe quick-release lock is correctly posi-tioned and correct if necessary.

Danger.

Risk of accident if the bumper cornerpiece folds out of its own accord. Boththe quick-release lock and the flap lockmust be heard or felt to lock into place.If necessary, check that the flap lock iscorrectly seated by gently pulling or jog-ging the bumper corner piece in the samedirection as when folding it out.


Practical adviceNote on maintenance work

Note on maintenance work

Note:

All the maintenance work is described inspecial instructions. The tasks listed hereare not subject to any maintenance in-terval in particular, rather they should becarried out as frequently as appropriategiven the conditions of vehicle use.

Cleaning the underbody

Note:

The underbody refers to the entire under-body of the bus, including the bus floor,the wheel housings and the underbodycarcass.

Note:

The underbody should be inspected atregular intervals and cleaned according tothe level of dirt, but at least once a yearin conjunction with the annual mainten-ance service. This enables underbody pro-tection coating which is flawed or dam-aged to be identified and remedied ingood time.

Cleaning the underbody with ahot-water high-pressure cleaner

Note:

Remove the protective cladding on theunderbody and clean it separately.

Note:

The underbody is protected by protect-ive coatings against corrosion and stonesbeing thrown up. Clean as carefully aspossible to avoid washing off or damagingthe good protective layers. Match the wa-ter temperature and pressure to the spraynozzle and spraying distance appropri-ately.

Note:

The underbody should be washed primar-ily using clean water. Only use a cleaningproduct on dirt which is very difficult toremove.


Practical adviceCleaning the underbody


Observe waste water guidelines. Onlyclean the bus in an area appropriatelyequipped for cleaning.

Inspect the underbody and pay at-tention to damage and an unusuallyheavily impregnated and discoloureddirt layer.

Note:

It will be possible to detect faults on thedirty underbody which will no longer bevisible after cleaning. For example, leak-ing unions on oil, fuel and coolant pipesand reservoirs, leaking points on assem-blies, hidden corrosion in the stained lay-ers of dirt may be detected. Remedy anyfaults and damage remaining after clean-ing.

Use a hot-water high-pressure clean-er in accordance with the manufac-turer's instructions.

Organisational resource

Hot-water high-pressure cleaner

Alfred Kärcher GmbH & Co.

Wap-Reinigungssysteme GmbH & Co

Danger.

Risk of injury due to improper use of thehigh-pressure cleaner and damaged ac-cessories. Observe the manufacturer'soperating instructions, comply with safetynotes and wear protective clothing.

Mix cleaning products with the wash-ing water if necessary according tothe manufacturer's instructions or inthe concentration given on the con-tainer intended for use on the unit.

Repair agent

RM 55 XXL

Alfred Kärcher Vertriebs GmbH,www.kaercher.de, tel.: +49(0) 71 95-9030

Repair agent

P3-grato 80

Henkel KGaA, www.henkel.de,

Repair agent

HAKAPUR 50-268

CHEMISCHE WERKE KLUTHE GmbH,www.kluthe.com, tel.: +49 (0)6221/5301-0

Danger.

Risk of injury from corrosive componentsin the cleaning products. Follow the man-ufacturer's safety instructions.

Caution:

Only use recommended cleaning products.Unsuitable cleaning products could dam-age the bus. Highly concentrated cleaningproducts must be diluted according to themanufacturer's instructions.

Fit the spray lance with a flat-sprayjet or use a variable adjustablenozzle to set the spray angle.



Setting values

Designation Value

Spray angle of theflat jet nozzle atleast

25°

Caution:

Round-spray jets and power-concentratedjets must not be used. The effect of thewater jet on these tools is too aggress-ive for cleaning the bus and could causeserious damage to the bus.

Note:

The nozzle spraying angle determinesthe level of cleaning. The greater thenozzle spraying angle, the more protec-tion offered when cleaning.

Set the water pressure, water tem-perature and the concentration of thecleaning product on the high-pres-sure cleaner.

Setting values

Designation Value

Maximum permiss-ible water pressure

60 bar

Setting values

Designation Value

Maximum permiss-ible water temper-ature

60 °C

Caution:

The protective coating on the underbodyor components may be damaged if thewater pressure and/or water temperatureare too high or a wrong spray nozzle isfitted.

Caution:

The addition and concentration of thecleaning products should be adjusted ac-cording to the type and level of dirt onthe area to be cleaned. Excess cleaningproduct can cause damage.

Turn on the water jet pointing it to-wards the ground or open-air andthen move it onto the surface to becleaned. Maintain the maximum per-mitted jet distance.

Setting values

Designation Value

Spray distance fromthe object at least

30 cm



Danger.

Risk of injury from hot water. The spraylance could rebound if the jet hits thesurface to be cleaned directly from ashort distance.

Danger.

Risk of injury from high pressure and hotwater. Do not direct the spray lance atanimals or people.

Spray the layer of dirt on the under-body thoroughly with the water jet.

Note:

Let the sprayed water take effect. Youmay need to spray several times, depend-ing on the level of dirt.

Note:

Pay particular attention to dirt deposits incorners, cavities, wheel housings and onlines, as well as between the ramp andunderbody.

Rinse the layer of dirt on the under-body with a high-pressure water jet.

Danger.

Do not direct high-pressure jets directlyon to tyres, suspension air bags or brakehoses, special hose connections made ofrubber, gaiters and mountings of movingparts, electrical lines, components andtheir connections. Move the high-pressurejet continually and change the direction atwhich it hits the surface to be cleaned.

Note:

Only direct the high-pressure jet atseams, gaps or cavities for brief periods.Water penetrating deep into the bus,enhanced by the cleaning product, couldlead to hidden corrosion and weakensupporting components of the carcass.

Stop using the cleaning product andrinse the entire underbody area withwater.

Note:

Cleaning products should not be allowedto dry on. Cleaning agent residues maypermanently damage surfaces and espe-cially movable parts.

Clean openings and drainage holesfor condensate in pipes, sections andcavities by hand, e.g. with a pen.



Note:

Do not wash out drainage openings usinga pressure cleaner. The openings guaran-tee that any water or condensation whichhas penetrated during cleaning can drainout or dry.

Let the underbody dry.

Caution:

Do not blow away any remaining moistureusing compressed air.

Finally, carry out a visual inspectionof the underbody.

Note:

During the visual inspection, look in par-ticular for complete and undamaged pro-tective coating (wax and stone impactprotection) and corrosion damage. Alsocheck for damage to tyres, suspensionair bags, brake hoses, sealing gaiters andbearings for moving parts, as well as elec-trical lines and their connections.

Note:

Repair established faults or damage prop-erly and lubricate mountings and joints.Replace damaged tyres, suspension airbags and pressure hoses.

Carry out a test run with a brakingtest and observe the operation of thelevel control.

Note:

Have any faults remedied professionally.



Technical dataTable of contents

Vehicle data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278


Technical dataVehicle data

Vehicle data

Designation Value

Vehicle length

Bumper-to-bumperlength

CITARO K:10,503 mmCITARO:11,950 mmCITARO M:13,008 mmCITARO L:14,995 mmCITARO G:17,940 mmCapaCity:

19,540 mm

Vehicle widthProduction version

2,550 mm

Vehicle height

without roof-moun-ted fittings

2,871 mm

Designation Value

Vehicle height

with roof-mountedfittings fitted asstandard

3,009 mm

Vehicle height

with air condition-ing system

3,076 mmCapaCity:

3,155 mm

Permissible grossvehicle weight

CITARO K:18,000 kg

CITARO:18,000 kg

CITARO M:18,000 kg

CITARO L:26,000 kg

CITARO G:28,000 kg

CapaCity:

32,000 kg

Permissible grossski holder load

CITARO K:max. 500 kg

Designation Value

Track width, frontaxle

2,113 mm

Track width, centreaxle (CITARO G/CapaCity)

1,834 mm

Track width, drivenaxle

1,834 mm

Track width, trailingaxle (CITARO L/CapaCity)

2,055 mm



Designation Value

Wheel base 1st to2nd axle

CITARO K:4,398 mmCITARO:5,845 mmCITARO M:6,862 mmCITARO L:7,290 mmCITARO G/CapaCity:

5,845 mm

Wheel base 2nd to3rd axle

CITARO L:1,600 mmCITARO G/CapaCity:

5,990 mm

Wheel base 3rd to4th axle

CapaCity:

1,600 mm

Designation Value

Turning circle (k tok)


19,088 mm

Designation Value

Turning circle (w tow)


22,852 mm

Front overhang 2,705 mm



Designation Value

Rear overhang CITARO K:3,400 mmCITARO:3,400 mmCITARO M:3,441 mmCITARO L:3,400 mmCITARO G:3,400 mmCapaCity:

3,400 mm

Angle of approach 7°

Angle of departure 7°

Pitch angle (CITAROG/CapaCity)

-10°…10°

Designation Value

Total fuel tankvolume

CITARO K:approx. 280 l

CITARO:approx. 280 l

CITARO M:approx. 350 l

CITARO L:approx. 280 l

CITARO G/CapaCity:

approx. 300 l

AdBlue additivetank volume


CITARO:approx. 38 l



CITARO G/CapaCity:

approx. 45 l

Designation Value

Fuel-oil tank capa-city (option) (on re-quest, the CITAROK can be fitted withan auxiliary tank inplace of the fuel-oiltank)


CITARO:approx. 50 l



CITARO G/CapaCity:

approx. 50 l

Windscreen washerreservoir

approx. 8 l


Index

AAcceleration skid control (ASR)

activating/deactivating . . . . . . . . 33Accident data recorder (ADR)

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-53AdBlue

Service product . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Air-conditioning system

Operating instructions . . . . . . . . 179Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . 179

Anti-jackknifing protectionduring forward travel . . . . . . . . . 54during reverse travel . . . . . . . . . . 54

Automatic transmissionGeneral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170Selector positions of the 3-pushbutton switch panel . . . 171-172Selector positions of the 6-pushbutton switch panel . . . 173-175

Auxiliary heatingSafety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . 10

BBatteries

Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . 255

BlueTec exhaust gas cleaningsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47-48Brake pressure/supply pressure . 30Brakes with anti-locking protec-tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Braking and stopping . . . . . . . . . . 29Bus stop brake

Activating/deactivating . . . . . . . 155

CCare and cleaning

Cleaning the underbody . . . 271-275Covers and upholstery . . . . . . . . 70Fabric covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . 66Tilting the rear seats . . . . . . . . . . 67

Continuous brakingactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Cruise controlactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

DDeparture check

Daily tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Weekly tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Doors

Emergency operation . . . . . 210-211Forced door closure in anemergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212-213Locking door 1 with the key(option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216Locking/unlocking the doorleaves from the outside . . . . . . . 214Opening/closing automaticdoors - code T51 . . . . . . . . 223-224Opening/closing automaticdoors from the inside . . . . . 219-220Opening/closing automaticdoors from the outside . . . . 221-222Opening/closing door 1 fromthe outside . . . . . . . . . . . . 214-215Opening/closing door 1 from theoutside - code WV1 . . . . . . . . . 216Opening/closing the doors fromthe inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218Protection against entrapment inthe door closing direction . . . . . 209Protection against entrapment inthe door opening direction . . . . 209


Index

Switching between automaticand manual door operation . 225-226Teaching in the doors inthe closing and openingdirections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227-230

Drive-off lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . 252

Driver's areaOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Side panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84-87

Driver's seatGrammer MSG 90.5 . . . . . . 166-167

Driver's windowopening/closing . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22

EElectric cassette ramp

Retracting/extending theelectric ramp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63-65

Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . 257Measures required for theprevention of damage . . . . . . . . 258Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . 254

Switching off the on-board powersupply at the master safetyswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260Switching the on-board powersupply on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259

Emergency equipment . . . . . . . . . 96Engine

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Engine oil level display . . . . 236-238

FFire extinguishing system

Red warning level . . . . . . . . . . 72-73Yellow warning level . . . . . . . . . . 71

Folding out and folding inheadlamps or bumper cornerpieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269-270

HHeating, ventilation and air-condi-tioning system

Additional driver's area ventilation(option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187Driver’s area - adjusting theblower speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Driver’s area - adjusting thetemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184Driver's area - cooling . . . . . . . . 186Driver's area - setting the airdistribution/demisting thewindscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183Fans on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199Passenger compartment –switching automatic temperatureregulation on and off . . . . . . . . 189Passenger compartment –switching automatic temperatureregulation on and off - codeHH2/HK1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188Passenger-compartmenttemperature - changing thebase value . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193-195Switching air-recirculation modeon and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187Switching fans on and off -code HH2/HK1 . . . . . . . . . 200-201Switching the auxiliaryheating on and off . . . . . . . 190-191Switching the reheat function onand off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192


Index

Heating/ventilation/air-conditioningDriver's area controlpanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88, 180-181Passenger compartment controlpanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

IIdentification plate . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 107Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . 88-91

JJacking points

Centre (articulated buses only) . 250Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250General information . . . . . . 248-249Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251

Jump-startingBuses equipped with abattery charging socket . . . . 266-267Where vehicle batteries aremounted one above theother . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261-263Where vehicle batteries aremounted side by side . . . . . 264-265

MMalfunction displays

Red warning level - overview 126-127Warning level C - overview . . . . 136Yellow warning level A -overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130-131Yellow warning level B - overview 134

Master safety switch(emergency-off switch) . . . . . . . . 109Mechanical cassette ramp

Pulling out/sliding in themechanical cassette ramp . . . . 60-62

Mirror and window heatingswitching on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

NNote symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

OOpening the emergency exit inthe roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268Opening the hinged window . . . . . 66Operating/malfunction displays

ABS/ASR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-32Fuel system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-51

PParking brake

Applying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152Emergency release (option) . . . . 253General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108Releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Pull-away aidActivating/deactivating . . . . . . . 147

Pushchair stop request . . . 231-232

RRaising/lowering system

Lowering/raising the bus onthe entry side . . . . . . . . . . . 143-144Raising the bus above normallevel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-146

Rampfolding in/out . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-59

Ramp request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Refuelling

AdBlue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Diesel fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-38Opening/closing the fuel fillercap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-46


Index

RetarderDirect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Disabling activation by brake pedal(option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Roof hatches . . . . . . . . . . . 196-198Rotary light switch . . . . . . . . 81, 102Running-in guideline . . . . . . . . . . . 19

SScreen

Calling up/selecting/permanentlydisplaying operating displays . . . 137Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111Display types . . . . . . . . . . . 112-120Fuel consumption indicator(option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-141Malfunction displays . . . . . . . . . 124Malfunction displays: red warninglevel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125Malfunction displays: warninglevel C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level A . . . . . . . . . . 128-129Malfunction displays: yellowwarning level B . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Selecting the language . . . . 138-139Seat belt

Driver's seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168Skibox (option)

Fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68-69Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . 243-244Steering column switch

for light and wiper functions . . . . 79for retarder and cruisecontrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 104-106Light and signal functions . . . . . 103Wiper and wash functions . . . . . 103

Stop request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

TTachograph

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95DTCO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 94MTCO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 92-93

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 26Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25Towing coupling

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Track guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Trailing axleManual centring . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Activating/deactivating theautomatic steering limiter(bus stop function) . . . . . . . 149-150

TyresCleaning the tyres . . . . . . . . . . 242Flat tyre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248Invisible tyre damage . . . . . . . . 241Operating safety and roadworthi-ness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239Retreaded tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 242Tyre age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240Tyre condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240Tyre load capacity, top speed oftyres and types of tyres . . . . . . 241Tyre pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239Tyre pressures table . . . . . . 246-247Tyre tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Tyres/wheelsRetightening the wheel nuts . . . 242Wheel nut tightening torques . . . 243

VVehicle data . . . . . . . . . . . . 278-280


Index

Vehicle keyOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76-77

WWarning and indicator lamps

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Windscreen heating (option)

activating/deactivating . . . . 161-162Winter operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41


Documents

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