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Orion VII EPA10 - User Manual

Orion VII EPA10
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OPERATORS MANUAL
ORION VII HYBRID VEHICLE
ACADEMY EXPRESS HYBRID 1368A
Printed: December 21, 2010

Table of Contents

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Orion VII EPA10 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerOrion Bus Industries
EngineCummins ISL9
Horsepower330 hp
TransmissionAllison B400R
Width102 inches
TypeTransit Bus
Length40 feet
Fuel TypeDiesel
Emission StandardEPA10

Summary

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE SAFETY

High Voltage Hazards

Outlines precautions and dangers associated with high voltage components in the HEV system.

OPERATORS COMPARTMENT LAYOUT

FRONT INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES

Warning Lights Overview

Panel with visual and audible signals for vehicle operation and warnings.

WARNING LIGHTS AND INDICATORS

Critical Engine & HEV Warnings

Indicators for serious engine faults like Stop Engine, Check HEV, and Stop HEV.

System Fault Indicators

Indicators for system issues like Low Air Pressure, ABS, and Alternator faults.

MASTER SWITCH POSITIONS

AIR BRAKE SYSTEM OPERATION

Brake System Operation Basics

Explains the dual circuit air-operated brake system and application.

Loss of Air Pressure Warning

Red indicator and alarm for low air pressure in the brake system.

ENGINE OPERATION PROCEDURES

Pre Start-Up and Starting

Daily checks and steps for starting the engine safely.

Stopping the Engine

Procedures for safely shutting down the vehicle's engine.

Engine Protection System

Monitors engine conditions to prevent damage, triggering shutdown.

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM OVERVIEW

HEV Propulsion System Operation

Explains the interaction of engine, generator, motor, and batteries.

Alternating Current Traction Motor (ACTM)

Converts electrical energy into mechanical energy to drive the vehicle wheels.

PRE-SERVICE INSPECTION PROCEDURES

Walk Around Test

Procedures for a comprehensive walk-around inspection of the vehicle.

Exterior and Interior Inspections

Steps for inspecting the vehicle's exterior and interior components.

LIGHTING AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

HVAC SYSTEM OPERATION

PASSENGER DOOR OPERATION AND SAFETY

EMERGENCY ESCAPE EXITS

KNEELING SYSTEM OPERATION

WHEELCHAIR RAMP SYSTEM OPERATION

WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINT SYSTEM

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM OPERATION