TMC MCI mc-9 - Exterior Compartments

Engine Immersion Heater
( Optional )
Some coaches ore also equipped with on electric engine immersion
heater to assist in cold weather operations. The immersion heo1er moy
be equipped with a cord ond a plug in the engine comportment or on
optional receptacle to the right of the re-or engine service door The
engine heater should be used whenever the cooch is parked for on
extended period in cold weather and o suite ble power source is
available .
CAUTION:
Only 110 volt AC power should be used, ond the power cable
must be grounded ( three prong} type.
Make sure power cable is disconnected before moving coach.
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Exterior Compartments
Exterior vi.ews on following page iden lify oll ex1erior comportments
and access doors. Method of opening and functi on of main comport·
men! doors ore os follows:
Condenser Door
Condenser door is located ot l eft side of coach giving access to oir
conditioning condenser blowers and other components for service
purposes only. It is fastened by four sl ot-type fasteners and is held in the
open position by o hinged metol strop. Break lock on s1rop before
closing door.
Battery Compartment
The battery comportment is located on the right-hond side of coach .
Access
is t hrough o separate comportment door located behind the
front wheelhousing. The door is secured by o spring type Jock . It is held
open by o pin locking device.
Side Engine Compartment
Access to sides of engine is provided by doors ot the left ond right reor
sides of coach. Turn handle counterclockwise to open and clockwise to
close
doors .
Blower Door
Engine cooling blower comportment is accessible through o door
provided above the rear engine service doors. To open, first open rear
engine doors, pull down on two spring-type catches ot bottom edge of
blower door. Pull door out and up and engage prop rod.