OPERATION
5-16 / General Operation
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• LCD display WARNING text will flash with VERY LOW FUEL LEVEL message,
• Caution alarm will chime.
5-5.12 Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
5-5.13 Turn Signal Switch
The turn signal switch located on the left side of the steering column is self-canceling. In addition to operating the
turn signals, this switch also operates the high beam headlights:
• Turn signals – raise or depress the lever to operate the turn signal lights.
• High beam – low beam switching is accomplished by pulling on the lever until it clicks.
• Headlight flash to pass – pull on the switch lever to flash the headlights with the headlight switch turned off. Pull
on the lever gently so that it does not travel to the click position to flash the high beams when the headlights are
switched off.
5-5.14 Warning Lights
Warning lights are provided to alert the operator that fluid levels, pressures, or temperatures are outside the normal
operating range. These lights may be located together, or next to each corresponding gauge, depending on chassis
model. The following warning lights are standard on Pierce Custom Chassis:
On multiplexed vehicles, this warning light information is also monitored by the Command Zone™ system. The
Command Zone™ system operates some dash indicators and all alarms. Text messages related to most abnormal
conditions are displayed on the Command Zone™ Information Center (CZIC) *.
* Vehicles equipped with Command Zone™ only.
5-5.15 Hazard Flashers
A switch located on the left side of the instrument panel actuates the hazard flashers. The hazard flashers will
operate with the battery master switch and ignition switch in the ON position.
5-5.16 Starter and Ignition Switches
Pierce Custom Chassis are equipped with an ignition switch and a starter switch. The ignition switch engages
operational power to the chassis. The starter switches engage the starter motor for cranking.
• Engine oil pressure • Engine coolant temperature
• Transmission oil temperature • Engine air intake restriction
• Coolant level • Voltage level
• Air brake pressure – front and rear • Fuel level low
The following apply to vehicles equipped with Command Zone™ only:
• Amber engine warning light (AWL) - check engine • Auxiliary brake overheat
• Red engine stop light (RSL) • Engine diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration
light
• Engine high exhaust temperature (HET) • Engine emissions system malfunction (MIL)
• Check transmission • Air restriction
• Water in fuel filter • Ladder rack down
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