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Care and Cleaning.

Name: Cleaning and care instructions

Language: ENG

Edition: 03.05.2017

Order no.: A 628 584 92 16

EvoBus GmbHD-89231 Neu-UlmGermany

© EvoBus GmbH 2017

Not to be reprinted, reproduced or translated, inwhole or in part, without prior permission.

Contents

Care and cleaning instructions/05.2017 ENG I

Document organisation . . . . . . . 1

The use of symbols and theirmeanings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

General information . . . . . . . . . . 3

Directions for care and cleaning . . . . 4

Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Covers and upholstery . . . . . . . . . 8Stain types, treatment advice . . . . . 9Fabric covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Flat-weave fabric upholsteries . . . . 13Leather covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Needle-punched nonwovenfabrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Micro-fibre covers . . . . . . . . . . . 19Ceilings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Ceiling, TC 500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Floor coverings . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Instructions for exterior washes . . . 28Exterior washes in an automaticvehicle wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Light-alloy wheels . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Underbody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Axles with compact bearings . . . . . 38

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Interior/exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Contents

II Care and cleaning instructions/05.2017 ENG

Document organisation

The use of symbols and their meanings

Care and cleaning instructions/05.2017 ENG 1

The use of symbols and their mean-ings

Safety precautions and other importantinformation are highlighted by symbols.

In addition to the instructions providedherein, all generally applicable safety andaccident prevention regulations must alsobe observed, e.g. in Germany, the rulesand regulations of the institutions for stat-utory accident insurance and prevention.

Where information and instructions are tobe observed, it is assumed that the userinformation contents are intended only forpersons who are suitably qualified to carryout the tasks by nature of their education,training and experience.

These persons should, at the same time,be able to identify risks that may arise inthe undertaking of their tasks and takethe necessary measures to avoid them.

Helpful information

Denotes tips and additional information asfollows:

Tip

Note

Physical and environmental damage

Denotes types of damage, possible con-sequences and instructions on how toavoid them.

Physical damage

Environmental damage

Warning notes

Denotes hazards, possible consequencesand instructions on how to avoid them.

DANGER. Warning note indicating thepresence of a hazard that could lead todeath or serious injury.

WARNING. Warning note indicating thepresence of a hazard that could lead tosome form of injury.

Symbols and structure guide

Denotes written texts

Action to be performed

Expected response of the system after anaction

List with any sequence

Document organisation

2 Care and cleaning instructions/05.2017 ENG

General information

Contents


Directions for care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

General information

Directions for care and cleaning



Note

Regular care of the vehicle makes acrucial contribution to value retention.

Danger

Risk of poisoning caused by the incor-rect use of cleaning and care products.

▶ Observe the information on thecleaning and care products.

▶ Do not use any diesel, regular orpremium fuels for cleaning.

▶ After use, always keep cleaning andcare products sealed and stored cor-rectly out of the reach of children.

Warning

Risk of injury from incorrect handlingof the high-pressure cleaner. Incorrecthandling poses a danger to your ownhealth and safety and that of other per-sons and animal life.

▶ Observe the manufacturer's instruc-tions.

▶ Do not aim the water jet at humanbeings or animals.

▶ Be mindful of the water temperat-ure, especially if the water is hot.

▶ Select the appropriate spraying at-tachment for the intended purposeas recommended in the manufac-turer's information.

▶ Allow only briefed and competentpersons to have access to the high‐pressure cleaner.

Caution

Physical damage caused by the useof a high-pressure cleaner or steamcleaner, occurring as visible defects inthe material or concealed defects in thestructure. Structural damage eventuallyleads to unforeseeable material failure.This could consequently result in hazard-ous situations in road traffic.

▶ In the interior, do NOT use any high‐pressure cleaner or steam cleaner.

▶ In the engine compartment, do NOTaim the spray jet DIRECTLY at belttensioners or idler pulleys.

▶ In the underbody, do NOT use ahigh‐pressure cleaner in combina-tion with a round‐spray jet or dirtblaster.

▶ Do not aim the high‐pressure jetdirectly at tyres, suspension airbags, brake hoses, hose connec-tions made from rubber, gaiters, thebearings of moving parts, or elec-trical lines or components and theirconnections.

▶ Keep the high‐pressure water jetmoving at all times and vary its dir-ection across the surfaces to becleaned.

▶ Do NOT use any high‐pressurecleaner or steam cleaner in theregion of axle seals (e.g. hubs, driveflange) and axle breathers.

▶ Do NOT use round‐spray jets toclean tyres and suspension air bags.

General information



Caution

Physical damage caused by the use ofunsuitable cleaning agents incompatiblewith components such as rubber hoses.Damaged components eventually leadto unforeseeable material failure. Thiscould consequently result in hazardoussituations in road traffic.

▶ Do NOT use acetone in the enginecompartment or on componentscontaining rubber.

▶ Do NOT use any cleaning agentscontaining vinyl chloride in the en-gine compartment.

▶ The laws and regulations of the coun-try in which the bus is operated mustbe observed. Comply with safety rulesand regulations, accident preventionregulations and environmental legis-lation. Implement work safety meas-ures.

▶ Read and observe the instructions forthe care and cleaning products beforeuse.

▶ Observe disposal requirements forempty containers, cleaning cloths andpolishing wads, etc.

▶ Cleaning the interior: Make sure thatno fluid enters or is left behind ingaps and cavities. Allow the vehicleinterior to dry completely. Ensureadequate aeration and ventilationwhile cleaning work is taking place.

▶ We recommend that only tested andapproved care products should beused. Information about acceptablecare products can be obtained fromyour OMNIplus Service Partner.

▶ In winter, wash the vehicle morefrequently in order to remove saltresidues from road gritting.

▶ To avoid paint damage: Remedyimpurities such as insect remains,bird droppings, tree resins, oils andgreases, fuels or tar stains withoutdelay using acceptable cleaningagents.

▶ To avoid rust: Clean chip damage topaint caused by stone impact withoutdelay and repair it in a professionallycorrect manner.

General information


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Contents


Covers and upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Stain types, treatment advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Fabric covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Flat-weave fabric upholsteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Leather covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Needle-punched nonwoven fabrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Micro-fibre covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Ceilings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Ceiling, TC 500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Floor coverings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Covers and upholstery


Covers and upholstery

Special notes on care and cleaning ofcovers and upholstery

Note

Observe the information about your up-holstered furnishings and covers con-tained in the detailed description of thebus.

Caution

Physical damage caused by the use ofsolvent-based cleaning agents on fabriccovers and furnishings made of plasticor foam.

▶ Do NOT use acetone, petroleumether, alcohol or any othersolvent‐based cleaning agents.

▶ Use only pH‐neutral cleaningagents.

▶ Use approved cleaning agents forthe cover material concerned.

▶ Use distilled water to avoid limes-cale stains.

▶ Remove dirt as soon as possible toavoid permanent stains or damage.

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Stain types, treatment advice


Stain types, treatment advice

Stain type Treatment

Fruit juice, soft drinks Washing‐up liquid pH neutral

Lemonade Washing‐up liquid

Beer Washing‐up liquid

Milk Washing‐up liquid

Blood Cold water

Felt‐tip pen, marker pen Washing‐up liquid, soap solution

Lipstick Washing‐up liquid

Shoe polish Washing‐up liquid, soap solution

Butter, oil and grease Washing‐up liquid, soap solution

Nail varnish Washing‐up liquid, soap solution

Ball‐point pen, inks Washing‐up liquid, soap solution

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Fabric covers


Fabric covers

Note

Regular care and basic cleaning helpto maintain the value and high‐qualityappearance of fabric covers. For thisreason, carry out basic cleaning reg-ularly. Carry out basic cleaning moreregularly if necessary, depending on useand the level of dirt.

Note

To order wet cleaners and obtain furtherinformation, go directly to the suppliersKärcher or Miryam Alt:

Fa. Alfred Kärcher

Internet: http://www.kaercher.com/de/

Fa. Miryam Alt Busequipment GmbH

Internet: http://www.miryam-alt.com

M58.40-0034-71

1. Kärcher Puzzi system

M58.40-0061-71

2. Spray Extraktionsgerät Nil Fix

Caution







3. Observe the safety information in the“Directions for care and cleaning”( → page 4) section.

4. Minimise exposure to direct sunlightto avoid colour fading.

5. Do NOT use hard brushes.6. Do NOT use sharp-edged vacuum

nozzles. Do NOT use rubber vacuum

http://www.kaercher.com/de/

http://www.miryam-alt.com

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Fabric covers


nozzles or vacuums with rubber at-tachments.

7. Do not use very rough sponges orcloths.

Mixing cleaning agents

1. Observe the user instructions issuedby the manufacturers.

Required material

Kärcher RM 770 intensive cleaner

QEV111AD074I

Surfactant-free cleaning agent

QEV111AD0WPX

M91.18-0001-81

2. For light dirt, apply the cleaning agentevenly using a spray gun (2) andleave it to work for approximatelyfive minutes.

3. For heavy dirt, apply the cleaningagent repeatedly and leave it to work.

4. Fill the wet cleaner with water in ac-cordance with the manufacturer'sinstructions.

M58.40-0062-71

5. Use the upholstery adapter (2) of themanufacturer.

6. Clean the seat covers twice using thewet cleaner.

Reference values

Water temperature 20 … 40 ℃

Water flow per minute ≤ 1 ℓ

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Fabric covers


NoteThen rub the seat covers dry usinga white, absorbent cloth against thenap of the fabric.

NoteFor heavy dirt, repeat the entirecleaning procedure.

Removing stains

1. If the seat covers still show dirt orstains after wet cleaning, they can betreated with a stain remover.

Warning of damage toproperty

Not applicable to fabric type“flat‐weave fabric upholsteries”! Forthis fabric type, please refer to theseparate cleaning information.

2. Apply the stain remover to a softcloth and treat the dirt.

Required material

Stain remover

QEV111AD0WPS

3. Do not apply directly to the seat fab-ric.

4. Do not rub.5. Do not use hard brushes or other

cleaning aids.

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Flat-weave fabric upholsteries



Danger

Risk of poisoning caused by the incor-rect use of cleaning and care products.

▶ Observe the information on thecleaning and care products.

▶ Do not use any diesel, regular orpremium fuels for cleaning.

▶ After use, always keep cleaning andcare products sealed and stored cor-rectly out of the reach of children.

Note

Stain removal

Refer to the “Overview of stain type /treatment advice” section.

Note


Flat‐weave fabrics are a relatively newtype of fabric construction in the busdivision. They differ from the familiarvelour fabrics not only in their appear-ance, but also in the way they should

be treated and used. The differences intheir properties impact directly on theuser, i.e. the bus operator.

Flat‐weave fabrics have an innovative,modern look and combine well withmany kinds of material. They are veryrobust, easy to maintain and can usuallybe cleaned without any trace being leftbehind. Although the cleaning interval isshorter than that for velour fabrics, thisis ultimately beneficial to hygiene.

This upholstery material is also charac-terised by the fact that stains and im-pressions left by an occupant's bodyshow up quickly, and it is very sensit-ive to solvent‐based cleaning agents(particularly in the case of flocked ma-terial). Regular cleaning is essential topreserving a maintained appearance andkeeping it looking as good as new.

Note

Cleaning notes

Soiling may occur in the form of stainscaused during use, e.g. by drink andfood spills, road grime or similar. In mostcases, these can be removed straightfor-wardly with regular dry or wet cleaning.To keep the flat‐weave fabric upholsteryin the best possible condition, it is ne-cessary to clean the fabric regularly. Wemake the following recommendation forcleaning intervals:

• Dry cleaning once a week.

• Basic cleaning (see below) as requiredor at least every 6 months

Cleaning step 1

1. Dry cleaning by vacuuming (e.g.seats) with a dry vacuum cleaner.

Cleaning step 2

1. Wet cleaning with a commerciallyavailable wet vacuum appliance. Ex-erting gentle pressure, work the seatsquab padding from back to front and

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the backrest from top to bottom. Thepadding should be wet all over by theend of the treatment in order to avoidthe formation of outlines.

Cleaning step 3

1. Then leave the padding to dry for asuitable period, depending on ambi-ent temperature, but for at least 24hours.

TipNotes on optimum careMany stains are removed effect-ively by soap solution or washing‐upliquid. Never use cleaning agentscontaining solvents. These couldbe unkind to flat‐weave fabric up-holsteries. Similarly, strong rubbingshould be avoided. Please work witha circular motion, otherwise the fab-ric could be damaged.

Impregnation

Note

To improve the anti‐stain performanceof flat‐weave fabrics, these upholsteriescan be treated with an FC impregnatingagent (fluorocarbon). This must not besprayed on until after the drying phasestated under cleaning step 3.

Note

The textile protectant should be sprayedon neat. The protectant is colourlessand odourless and does not affect thecolours of the textiles.

Good air circulation should be ensuredat the time of application. The roofhatches, the doors and, if applicable, thewindows of the bus should be opened.The textile protectant must not comeinto contact with the eyes. Protectivegloves and a respirator mask must alsobe worn. Further information and safetyprecautions are stored in BusDoc.

The user information issued by the man-ufacturer of the textile protectant mustbe strictly observed.

Note

All cleaning agents needed for vehicleinterior aftercare can be obtained fromauthorised OMNIplus Service Centres.The advisers there will be happy to an-swer any questions.

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Leather covers


Leather covers

Warning of damage to property

To avoid leaving chalky outlines or watermarks, use only distilled water for clean-ing.


Minimise exposure to direct sunlight toavoid colour fading.

Note

Regular care and basic cleaning helpto maintain the value and high‐qualityappearance of leather covers, as well asthe long‐term durability and supplenessof the leather. For this reason, carry outbasic cleaning at least four times a year.Carry out basic cleaning more regularlyif necessary, depending on use and thelevel of dirt.

Basic cleaning - every quarter

1. Remove coarse dirt with a very softbrush or a vacuum cleaner.


Do not use a sharp‐edged vacuum-ing nozzle or too hard a brush, oth-erwise you could damage the leatherbeyond repair.

2. Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth withdistilled water.

3. Wipe leather upholstery down with adamp cloth.


Do not use a cloth or sponge with arough surface as this could scratchthe leather upholstery or damage itbeyond repair.


The leather covers must be com-pletely dry before they are sat onagain, otherwise permanent pres-sure marks could form.

Removing stains


Remove dirt as soon as possible to pre-vent permanent stains or damage to thecovers.

1. Remove as much dirt as possibleusing a soft, lint-free cloth.

2. Gently work a mild, lukewarm soapsolution into the dirty area.

Required material

“Allrein Seife” pH-neutral soap

QEV111AC6JMY (1 ℓ)

NoteOnly use pH‐neutral soap.

3. Then wipe the dirt up using a cleancloth.

4. Remove the soap solution used usingclean, distilled water.

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Leather covers


NoteAll dirt and soap residues must becompletely removed. If in doubt,rinse again.

NoteTo avoid the formation of outlines,not only should the mark be treatedbut also the wider area around it.

5. Then dry the cleaned areas using ahairdryer set to medium heat, keepingit moving in a circular motion at adistance of 30 cm to 40 cm.


The leather covers must be com-pletely dry before they are sat onagain. Permanent pressure markscould otherwise form.

6. If the stains are still visible aftercleaning with soap solution, they canbe treated using a leather cleaningagent.

NoteAlways observe the user informationissued by the manufacturer of thecleaning agent.

7. Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth withcleaning agent, apply to the leatherand remove the stain.

Required material

“Colourlock Lederreiniger Mild” leathercleaning product

QEV111AC6JM8

“Colourlock Lederreiniger Stark” leathercleaning product

QEV111AC6JNA

NoteFor more stubborn stains, use the“Lederreiniger Stark'' intensiveleather cleaning agent.

NoteAllow the leather upholstery to dryfully before repeated applications.

NoteThe leather upholstery must be re-sealed whenever the leather hasbeen cleaned or stains have beenremoved (refer to “Care of leather”).

Care of leather

Note

To protect against wear and soiling,leather upholstery should be sealedwhenever general cleaning has takenplace.

Note

Always observe the user information is-sued by the manufacturer of the sealingagent.

1. Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth withsealing agent and apply to theleather.

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Leather covers


Required material

“Colourlock Leder Versiegelung” leathercare product

QEV111AC6JOB

“Colourlock Protector” leather care product

QEV111AC6JNC

NoteTreat older leather upholsteries with“Colourlock Protector” leather careproduct.

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Needle-punched nonwoven fabrics


Needle-punched nonwoven fabrics

Special notes on daily care and clean-ing

Note

Refer to the “Overview of stain type /treatment advice” section

1. Remove loose, visible dirt using asoft, long-bristle brush or a vacuumcleaner with low-friction plasticnozzle.

NotePick up loose dirt by hand, do notrub the dirt.

2. Dab up fresh stains, where possible,immediately using a sponge or ab-sorbent cloth.

3. Dissolve old stains by treating themwith lukewarm water and a delic-ate detergent, always working fromthe outside in, and soak up with asponge.

Special notes on intermediate cleaningand particularly heavy soiling

1. Perform intermediate cleaning using avacuum cleaner in conjunction with alow-friction plastic nozzle (dry).

2. Remove beer, brandy, milk, fruit juice,coffee, jam, red wine and tea imme-diately using a delicate detergent andan absorbent sponge.

3. Dab up greasy stains using a cleancloth and treat the cleaned area witha delicate detergent and liquid stainremover.

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Micro-fibre covers


Micro-fibre covers

Note

Regular care and basic cleaning help tomaintain the value and high‐quality ap-pearance of micro‐fibre and wool covers.For this reason, carry out basic cleaningregularly. Carry out basic cleaning moreregularly if necessary, depending on useand the level of dirt.

Basic cleaning - weekly

1. Vacuum the covers along the nap ofthe fabric, without applying pressure.


Do not use rubber vacuum nozzlesor rubber attachments. These couldpull threads out of the upholsteredcovers.

2. Using a soft brush, gently brush theupholstery down along the nap of thefabric.

Basic cleaning - every six months

1. First carry out the weekly basic clean-ing.

2. Work up a foam from a mild, luke-warm soap solution (e.g. from a mild-action detergent).

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

4. Wait until the freshly cleaned coversare completely dry.


The covers must be completelydry before they are sat on again.Permanent pressure marks couldotherwise form.

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

Removing stains

Note

Refer to the “Overview of stain type /treatment advice” section


Remove dirt as soon as possible to pre-vent permanent stains or damage to thecovers.

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

2. Using a soft sponge, work a mild,lukewarm soap solution into the dirtin circular movements from the out-side in. Exert gentle pressure in theprocess.

NoteAlways clean up the dirt from theoutside in to prevent it from beingdispersed in the fabric.

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Micro-fibre covers



Do not use cleaning products con-taining solvents (e.g. petroleumether, acetone, alcohol, etc.). Thiswould damage the micro‐fibre cov-ers and equipment parts made ofplastic or foam beyond repair.

3. Mop up the soap solution using aclean, soft sponge.

4. Wait until the freshly cleaned areasare completely dry.


The covers must be completelydry before they are sat on again.Permanent pressure marks couldotherwise form.

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


If in any doubt, use a professionaltextile cleaning company.

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Ceilings


Ceilings

Caution







1. Observe the safety information in the“Directions for cleaning and care”section.

2. Do NOT use hard brushes.3. Do not use very rough sponges or

cloths.

Removing stains

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

2. Using a soft sponge, work a mild,lukewarm soap solution into the dirtin circular movements from the out-side in. Exert gentle pressure in theprocess.

NoteAlways clean up the dirt from theoutside in to prevent it from beingdispersed in the fabric.

3. Mop up the soap solution using aclean, soft sponge.

4. Wait until the freshly cleaned areasare completely dry.

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

TipIf in any doubt, use a professionaltextile cleaning company.

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Ceiling, TC 500


Ceiling, TC 500

Caution

Physical damage caused by the use ofsolvent-based cleaning agents on fabricfurnishings of the ceiling panelling.





Caution

Physical damage caused by the break-down of fire-resistant properties in theevent of extensive cleaning or washing.

▶ Confine the removal of stains tosmall areas only, check for colourfastness beforehand.

▶ Do not wash the fabric, whether bymachine wash or by hand.

▶ In case of widespread dirt, the ceil-ing panelling will need to be re-placed with new panelling.

M68.00-0657-76

1 Ceiling panelling (headliner)

2 Side cover strips of ceiling pan-elling

3 Roof hatch/emergency exit/roofventilation flap

4 Folding monitor

▶ Read and observe the instructions forthe care and cleaning products beforeuse.


Before cleaning, the interior sur-faces and the passenger seats mustbe suitably covered for protection.

▶ Observe disposal requirements forempty containers, cleaning cloths andpolishing wads, etc.

▶ No fluids must be allowed to enter orbe left behind in gaps and cavities.Allow the vehicle interior to dry com-pletely. Ensure adequate aeration andventilation while cleaning work is tak-ing place.

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Ceiling, TC 500


M68.00-0658-76

▶ Remove the dirt carefully using apH-neutral soft soap and plenty ofwater. Repeat the cleaning process ifnecessary.

▶ Use only white and lint-free cloths ora sponge.

Required material


QEV111AC6JMY (1 ℓ)


QEV111AC91M5 (10 ℓ)

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Floor coverings


Floor coverings


These instructions refer exclusively tospray‐on or bonded floor linings (notcarpets or fabric linings).

Note

With light dirt, it is sufficient to performcleaning with a broom, vacuum cleaneror clean water. The floor coating has arough texture due to the coloured glitterin the surface. For wet cleaning, it istherefore advisable to work with a softbrush.

Note

The use of cleaning agents that containsolvents or have a pH value of below 6(acid) or higher than 10 (strong alkali) isnot permitted.

Note

It must be ensured that the anti‐slipproperties of the floor are not affectedby the film‐forming care product.

Note

Observe the user information providedby the manufacturer of the care product.

M68.00-0043-81

1. Application: For basic cleaning priorto final sealing.

2. Dilute the cleaning agent with cleanwater to a ratio of 1:5 to 1:10 as

appropriate to the level of dirt andwet the floor evenly.

Required material

Floor cleaner, make: CLAN S 700 K.

QEV111ACY87Y (1 ℓ)QEV111AF1TVF (10 ℓ)

NoteProperties: Alkaline, non‐foamingcleaning concentrate for pretreat-ing floors in preparation for newcoatings. Dissolves greases, algae,polymer dispersions and wax coat-ings. Permits immediate coating ofcleaned floors without prior neutral-isation or wiping clear.

NoteCan be used on all water‐resistantsurfaces, suitable for use with allcoatings. Noncorrosive; does notform a glossy finish on application.

3. Allow the cleaning agent to work for10 – 15 minutes and then scrub downthe surface with a suitable wipe.

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Floor coverings


4. Remove the dissolved dirt and wipedown the surface with plenty of waterto neutralise.

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Exterior

Contents


Instructions for exterior washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Exterior washes in an automatic vehicle wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Light-alloy wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Exterior

Instructions for exterior washes


Instructions for exterior washes

Caution

Physical damage can be avoided byobserving the following directions.

▶ Use a sufficient amount of freshwater.

▶ Dry rubbing between washingbrushes and the vehicle must not beallowed to occur.

▶ Preclean heavily soiled components.▶ Do not polish lighting equipment

with commercially available careproducts.

▶ Do not use polyethylene fibres as abrush material.

▶ Use only brushes made with textilefibres or foam.

Exterior

Exterior washes in an automatic vehicle wash


Exterior washes in an automaticvehicle wash

Exterior mirrors

M88_00-0068-01

Example illustration.


Depending on the vehicle model andthe nature of the washing facility, it maybe necessary to fold the mirrors in orremove them entirely. To prevent dam-age, the directions of the washing facilitymanufacturer must be observed.

M88_00-0085-71

Before the bus is washed, switch offthe engine and make sure that theroof hatches, driver's window and thedoors are closed. Set the heating/ventilation/air‐conditioning system to air‐recirculation mode (Smog button). Thewindscreen wiper must be set to speed 0,otherwise, depending on the vehiclemodel, the rain sensor could be activatedand trigger undesired wiping. This couldresult in damage to the vehicle. Before thebus is washed, fold both exterior mirrorsinwards towards the windscreen eithermanually by means of hinge pin (1) onthe mirror arm or, with electric mirrors,

using the mirror adjustment button on theinstrument panel (option). Remove anyattachment parts that may be fitted (e.g.satellite receiver on the roof) before thebus is washed.

M88_00-0081-71

▶ Disengage the left-hand mirror fromtwo retaining springs (2) by yankingthe outside edge of the mirror hous-ing to the rear.

▶ After the washing process, return theexterior mirrors to the driving position(manually or electrically, dependingon vehicle equipment).

Exterior

Headlamps


Headlamps

Caution

Physical damage to the plastic coverlenses of the headlamps caused by in-correct cleaning or care. Clouding, dullpatches or cracks in the cover lead todiminished brightness or failure of theheadlamp. This could consequently res-ult in hazardous situations in road traffic.

▶ Clean only with a wet sponge andmild cleaning agent.

1. Clean the plastic cover lenses of theheadlamps on a regular basis.

2. Clean only with a wet sponge andmild cleaning agent.

3. Do NOT use abrasive products ordry cloths, as this would scratch thesurface.

4. Do not use solvents or any clean-ing agents or products containingsolvents. These surfaces are NOT res-istant to solvents.

NoteThe headlamp cover lenses aremade from plastic (polycarbonate)and painted with a clear coat.

Exterior

Light-alloy wheels


Light-alloy wheels

Warning

Risk of accident from a change invehicle driving qualities. Damaged wheelbolts or missing balance weights couldcause an imbalance or even the loss of awheel.

▶ Use only pH‐neutral wheel cleanersthat do not cause corrosion.

▶ Avoid exerting strong mechanicalforces during cleaning, check for thepresence of wheel balance weightsif necessary.

1. Observe the general safety inform-ation in the Directions for care andcleaning ( → page 4) section.

2. Clean the light-alloy wheels regularlywith warm water (preferably with ahigh-pressure cleaner) and a softsponge.

NoteThe hard jet of water could damagethe tyres.

3. For heavy soiling, use a cleaner forlight-alloy wheels.

NoteUnsuitable cleaners could causecorrosion to the wheel bolts, re-taining springs or wheel balanceweights.

NoteFor orders or other information,contact the manufacturer Alcoa orSpeedline directly:Alcoa Wheel Products EuropeInternet:http://www.alcoawheels.comSPEEDLINE TRUCK S.R.L.Internet:http://www.speedline-truck.com

http://www.alcoawheels.com

http://www.speedline-truck.com

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Contents


Underbody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Axles with compact bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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Underbody


Underbody

1. Observe the general information inthe Directions for care and cleaning( → page 4) section.

NoteUnderbody refers to the entire un-derside of the bus, whether it maybe the floor, the wheel housings orthe underbody skeleton.

NoteThe underbody should be inspectedat regular intervals and cleanedaccording to the level of dirt, but atleast once a year in conjunction withthe annual maintenance service.This makes it possible to identifyand remedy in good time any partof the underbody protection coatingthat may be flawed or damaged.

Cleaning the underbody with a hot-water high-pressure cleaner

Note

Remove the protective cladding on theunderbody and clean it separately.

Note

The underbody is coated to protect itfrom corrosion and stone impact. Cleanas carefully as possible to avoid washingoff or damaging the good protectivelayers. The spraying distance should beadjusted to suit the water temperature,water pressure and the spray nozzle.

Note

The underbody should be washed mainlywith clean water. Save the use of acleaning agent for dirt that proves verydifficult to remove.

Environmental protection

Observe waste water regulations.Clean the bus only in an appropriatelyequipped cleaning bay.

1. Carry out a full inspection of the un-derbody, paying particular attentionto damage and to layers that are ab-normally saturated and discolouredwith dirt.

NoteSome defects are evident only whenthe underbody is dirty, all trace ofwhich may disappear after cleaning.For example, it may be possible toidentify leaking unions on oil, fueland coolant lines and reservoirs aswell as leak points on assembliesfrom the level of dirt saturation andconcealed corrosion in discolouredlayers. Flaws and defects that areidentified should be rectified aftercleaning.

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Underbody


2. Use a hot-water high-pressure cleanerin accordance with the manufac-turer's instructions.

Required material

Hot-water high-pressure cleaner

3. Mix the cleaning agent and wateras required in accordance with themanufacturer's instructions or addan appropriate concentration to thedesignated container on the cleaningdevice.

Required material

RM 55

A 002 986 67 71

4. Attach a flat-spray nozzle to the spraylance or, if you are using a variable-pattern nozzle, adjust it to the appro-priate spray angle.

Reference values

Spray angle of the flatjet nozzle at least

25°

NoteThe nozzle spray angle is crucial tocleaning performance. The wider thenozzle spray angle, the gentler thecleaning effect.

5. On the high-pressure cleaner, selectthe appropriate water pressure, watertemperature and detergent deliveryrate.

Reference values

Maximum permissiblewater pressure

60 bar

Maximum permissiblewater temperature

60 ℃


An excessive water pressure ortemperature or an unsuitable spraynozzle could destroy the protectivecoating on the underbody or dam-age vehicle components beyondrepair.


The detergent concentration anddelivery rate should be adjustedto the type and amount of dirt inthe area to be cleaned. Excessivedetergent may result in damage.

6. Switch on the water spray, aiming thenozzle either at the ground or into anopen space and then direct the spraytowards the surface to be cleaned.Maintain the maximum permissiblespray distance.

Reference values

Spray distance from theobject at least

30 cm

7. Spray the layer of dirt on the under-body thoroughly with the water jet.

NoteLeave the sprayed water to work.Repeat sprays may be required,depending on the amount of dirt.

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Underbody


NotePay particular attention to dirt de-posits in corners, cavities, wheelhousings and on lines, as well asbetween the ramp and underbody.

8. Rinse off the layer of dirt on the un-derbody using a high-pressure waterjet.

NoteOnly direct the high‐pressure jetat seams, gaps or cavities for briefperiods. Water that penetrates deepinto the structure of bus could pro-mote concealed corrosion acceler-ated by the effects of the cleaningagent and lead to the weakening ofload‐bearing parts of the skeleton.

9. Shut off the delivery of detergent andrinse down all areas of the underbodywith water.

NoteThe cleaning agent must not beleft to dry. Residue from cleaningproducts could permanently damagesurface finishes and moving parts.

10. Clean out openings and condensatedrain holes in pipes, body profiles andcavities manually, e.g. using a thin,pointed object.

NoteDo not wash out drainage openingsusing a pressure cleaner. Theseopenings ensure that condensateand any water that penetrates theseareas during cleaning is able to drainout and dry off.

11. Leave the underbody to dry naturally.12. To finish, carry out a visual inspection

of the underbody.

NoteDuring the visual inspection, lookover complete and undamaged pro-tective coatings (wax and stone chipprotection) in particular and look outfor corrosion damage. Also checkfor damage to tyres, suspension airbags, brake hoses, seal cups andbearings for moving parts, as wellas electrical lines and their connec-tions.

NoteFlaws and defects must be repairedto a professional standard, bearingsand joints must be lubricated. Dam-aged tyres, suspension air bags andpressure hoses must be replacedwith new ones.

13. Test-drive the bus, and test thebrakes and level control system.

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Underbody


NoteFlaws must be repaired to a profes-sional standard.

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Axles with compact bearings


Axles with compact bearings

M35.15-0023-71

▶ Observe the general safety inform-ation in the Directions for care andcleaning ( → page 4) section.


Do not use any jet wash facility thatwould subject areas (1), (2) and (3)to extreme amounts of water, e.g.where the underbody washes aretoo intensive.

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Contents


Interior/exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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Interior/exterior


Interior/exterior

M54.00-2004-71

Warning

Risk of injury from inadvertent activa-tion of the windscreen wiper system. Forcleaning work at the windscreen:

▶ Switch the battery isolating switch(O1S01) to OFF.


Unsuitable cleaning products couldcause damage to passenger seats, at-tachment parts and painted surfaces.

Note

The user information issued by the man-ufacturer of the cleaning agent must bestrictly observed.

▶ Cleaning agent

Required material

“ULMIL” glass cleaner

QEV111ADJELY

Index


B

BottomAxles with compact bearings . . . . 38Underbody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

D

Directions for care and cleaningDirections for care and clean-ing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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ExteriorAutomatic vehicle wash . . . . . . . 29Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Instructions, advice . . . . . . . . . . 28Light-alloy wheels . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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InteriorCeiling, TC 500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Ceilings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Covers and upholstery . . . . . . . . . 8Fabric covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Flat-weave fabric upholster-ies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Floor coverings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Leather covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Micro-fibre covers . . . . . . . . . . . 19Needle-punched nonwoven fab-rics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Stain types, treatment advice . . . . 9

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WindowsInterior/exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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