Emergency response guide

DAF CF ELECTRIC

A PACCAR COMPANY DRIVEN BY QUALITY

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Emergency response guide

DAF CF Electric

DW83211801
Printed in the Netherlands
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PREFACE
This handbook consists of sections which describe the driving and care of the truck.

At the end of the handbook, there is a general alphabetical index, so that you can locate
quickly what you are looking for.

©202003 DAF Trucks N.V., Eindhoven, The Netherlands.

This text has been translated from the English source. Translation may lead to
interpretation differences regarding contents and meaning of the written text.
Therefore, in case of dispute, the English version of this document shall always be
considered the sole and authentic source for determining the contents and meaning of
the written text.

In the interest of continuing product development, DAF reserves the right to change
specifications or products at any time without prior notice.

No part of this publication may be reproduced and/or published by printing, by

photocopying, on microfilm or in any way whatsoever without the prior written consent
of DAF Trucks N.V.

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Table of contents

1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
1.2 Warnings & Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

2 Vehicle identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

2.1 Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
2.2 Built-In Safety Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

3 Securing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

3.1 Emergency Situations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
3.2 High-voltage shutdown procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
3.3 24V-batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
3.4 High-voltage batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
3.5 Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

4 Stabilising the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

4.1 Seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.2 Air suspension chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
4.3 Cabin suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

5 Releasing a trapped driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

5.1 Cabin types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
5.2 Cabin bracket collision ability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
5.3 Cabin dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
5.4 Opening the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
5.5 Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
5.6 Door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
5.7 Steering wheel adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
5.8 Cabin structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

6 Towing information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

6.1 Removing the prop shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
6.2 Releasing the park brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
6.3 Tyre inflating connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
6.4 Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
6.5 Jump-starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

7 Lifting information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

7.1 Lifting at the front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
7.2 Jacking up the air sprung front axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
7.3 Lifting at the back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
7.4 Jacking up the rear axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

8 Alphabetical index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

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Introduction 1
Vehicle identification 2
Securing the vehicle 3
Stabilising the vehicle 4
Releasing a trapped driver 5
Towing information 6
Lifting information 7
Alphabetical index 8

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1 Introduction

Introduction 1

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1.1 INTRODUCTION
1
This manual has been created to assist the first responders in identifying and
responding to vehicles equipped with a DAF electrical driveline.

The DAF electrical vehicle uses high-voltage AC to power an electric motor. High-
voltage battery packs stores energy until it is required to power the vehicle.

The DAF electrical driveline has been designed with many features for user protection,
to ensure safe access to and from the vehicle under various conditions. It is important
to read and understand the 'Emergency high-voltage shutdown procedures'.

WARNING! Always assume the vehicle is powered up.

1.2 WARNINGS & CAUTIONS

WARNING! Not observing the following safety regulations can
seriously jeopardise one's health and safety and can damage the
vehicle and lead to hazardous situations:
– Always observe the safety instructions in this manual and do not
ignore them.
– Also read the instructions and warnings on the labels and stickers
on the various components of the vehicle and comply with them.
They have been put there for your health and safety, so do not
ignore them.

WARNING! The Electric Vehicle is equipped with high-voltage

components and wiring. Not following these instructions can result in
severe personal injury or death.
– Always observe the safety instructions in this manual and do not
ignore them.
– Only work on an EV when the high-voltage circuit is shut down. See
'Emergency shutdown procedure'.
– Avoid touching the high-voltage components, identifiable by a
warning sticker, before the high-voltage circuit is shut down.
– Avoid touching the orange high-voltage wiring and connectors,
before the high-voltage circuit is shut down.

WARNING! This vehicle is also equipped with two battery packs, each
containing two high-voltage batteries. Exposure to high voltage can
result in severe personal injury or death.
– Never open the high-voltage battery packs.

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WARNING! The battery cells inside the high-voltage batteries contain
electrolyte. 1
Electrolyte is a toxic fluid. Physical contact can lead to serious health
problems.
– Avoid physical contact with electrolyte leaking from the batteries.
– If there is contact with the eyes: rinse with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes and consult a doctor.
– Avoid skin contact. If there is skin contact: wash the skin with water
and soap.

WARNING! Sparks and open flames in the vicinity of a battery can

lead to an explosion which can cause serious injury.
– Always charge batteries in a properly ventilated area.
– Avoid sparks and open flames in the vicinity of batteries.

WARNING! Charging frozen batteries can lead to an explosion which

can cause serious injury.
– Always thaw out batteries before charging them.

WARNING! Never operate an emergency stop button while driving.

– Operating an emergency stop button while driving switches off all
electrical systems including hydraulic steering pump and air
compressor. This can lead to very dangerous situations with
regards to steering and braking and can lead to damage of the high-
voltage system.

WARNING! Towing a fully loaded vehicle can result in unstable

vehicle behaviour for the towing and/or towed vehicle during critical
driving situations. This can lead to very dangerous situations. High
forces and tensions in the chassis and driveline can also damage the
vehicle.
– Do not tow the vehicle when it is fully loaded.

WARNING! The towed vehicle can be located asymmetrically (left or

right) behind the towing vehicle. Towing at an angle larger than 20°
with the vehicle centre line can result in unstable vehicle behaviour for
the towing and/or towed vehicle during critical driving situations. This
can lead to very dangerous situations. High forces and tensions in the
chassis and driveline of the vehicles can also damage the vehicle.
– Towing at an angle larger than 20° with the vehicle centre line is not
allowed.

WARNING! When the high-voltage circuit isn't in operating mode and

no additional measures are taken, there is no power steering and no
air is supplied to the brake system. This results in difficult steering and

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increased brake pedal force and ultimately leads to automatic
1 engagement of the park brake. This can lead to very dangerous
situations.
– Release the park brake and adapt the driving style of the towing
combination.

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2 Vehicle identification

Vehicle identification 2

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2.1 IDENTIFICATION
Vehicle
2 The (Battery) Electric Vehicle is identified by a badge, 'Electric', on the outside of the
vehicle.

High-voltage components
All high-voltage components are
labelled with the 'high-voltage' symbol.

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WARNING! The Electric Vehicle is equipped with high-voltage
components and wiring. Not following these instructions can result in
severe personal injury or death.
– Only work on an Electric Vehicle when the high-voltage circuit is 2
isolated. See procedure 'Shutting down high-voltage circuit'.

WARNING! Avoid contact with the high-voltage components and the

orange cables with their connectors until the high-voltage circuit has
been shut down.

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1 Battery string
2 Electric motor
3 Charge plug

WARNING! Next to these components the vehicle is also equipped

with a high-voltage box containing high-voltage components. The
high-voltage box is located under the cabin. Exposure to high voltage
can result in serious personal injury or death.

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High-voltage wiring
– The vehicle has orange high-
1 3
2 voltage cables (5), which is
connected to the high-voltage 4
components.
NOTE: Avoid contact
with the orange high- 5
2
voltage cables (5) and
connectors.
Do not touch the orange
high-voltage cables (5)
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and connectors unless
the high-voltage circuit is
shut down.

WARNING! Avoid contact

with the high-voltage
components, the orange
cables with their
connectors until the high-
voltage circuit has been
shut down.

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High-voltage battery
WARNING! This vehicle is
also equipped with four
high-voltage battery
strings, containing high-
voltage components.
Exposure to high voltage
can result in serious
personal injury or death.
– Never open the high-
voltage battery box.
– Never remove or touch
any of the orange high-
voltage cables or their
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connectors until the
high-voltage circuit
has been shut down.

If an emergency occurs (accident, fire), the high-voltage power supply of the high-
2
voltage system must be shut OFF. It takes up to ten minutes before the high voltage
has dropped to a harmless level after an emergency shutdown procedure has been
carried out.

2.2 BUILT-IN SAFETY FEATURES

All high-voltage cables which are connected to the high-voltage components are
covered in orange insulation.

1 3
4

5
2

E506752-2

The high-voltage components are

labelled with a high-voltage warning
label (sticker).

All positive and negative high-voltage

cables are isolated from the metal
chassis to prevent shock when touching
the metal chassis.
If a malfunction is detected the high-
voltage system shuts off.

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3 Securing the vehicle

Securing the vehicle 3

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3.1 EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

General warnings
WARNING! The electric vehicle is equipped with high-voltage
components and wiring. Not following these instructions can result in
3 severe personal injury or death.
– Always observe the safety instructions in this manual and do not
ignore them.
– Only work on an electric vehicle when the high-voltage circuit is
shut down. See 'Emergency shutdown procedure'.
– Avoid touching the high-voltage components, identifiable by a
warning sticker, before the high-voltage circuit is shut down.
– Avoid touching the orange high-voltage wiring and connectors,
before the high-voltage circuit is shut down.

WARNING! The battery cells inside the high-voltage batteries contain

electrolyte.
Electrolyte is a toxic fluid. Physical contact can lead to serious health
problems.
– Avoid physical contact with electrolyte leaking from the batteries.
– If there is contact with the eyes: rinse with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes and consult a doctor.
– Avoid skin contact. If there is skin contact: wash the skin with water
and soap.

WARNING! If not wearing protective gear (face protection, breathing

apparatus), stay well clear from the smoke emitted by a damaged or
burning high-voltage battery.
This smoke is extremely harmful when inhaled.

In case of an accident or breakdown

Do's
– Always assume the vehicle is powered up when you approach the electric vehicle.
– In case the electric vehicle is damaged, wear electric insulating gloves until it has
been determined that the high voltage has been shut down.
– Always perform the 'Emergency shutdown procedure' and allow the vehicle to set
for ten minutes before work on the electric vehicle.
NOTE: These ten minutes are needed to avoid contact with possible
residual high voltage.

– Always be aware of a chemical reaction resulting in a fire of the high-voltage

batteries when they are damaged and/or leaking.
In these cases, wear face protection.

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NOTE: Damage to the high-voltage batteries (which is extremely
dangerous) can be recognised from the following criteria:
– deformation and/or leaks of the high-voltage battery housing.
– the high-voltage battery becomes excessively warm;
– the presence of smoke, noises or sparks;

Don’t
3
– Never work on the vehicle if you haven’t performed the “Emergency shutdown
procedure” and allowed the vehicle to set for ten minutes.
– If at all possible, never cut or remove the orange high-voltage cables.
– If at all possible, never cut into or open the Inverter, electric motor/generator or the
battery packs or any of the other high-voltage components.

In case of a fire
Do's
– Always assume the vehicle is powered up when you approach the electric vehicle.
– In case the electric vehicle is damaged, wear electric insulating gloves until it has
been determined that the high voltage has been shut down.
– Always perform the 'Emergency shutdown procedure' and allow the vehicle to set
for ten minutes before work on the electric vehicle.
– Always be aware of a chemical reaction resulting in a fire of the high-voltage
batteries when they are damaged and/or leaking.
In these cases, wear face protection.
NOTE: Once ignited a high-voltage battery burns whit great intensity
and high temperatures.
As a result of the materials used and the high temperature, a burning
high-voltage battery is difficult to extinguish. As long as the temperature
is high the high-voltage battery tends to re-ignite.
To extinguish a high-voltage battery fire extreme amounts of water or
special fire extinguish equipment are needed. This to get down the
temperature and prevent the high-voltage battery from re-igniting.

Don’t
– Never work on the vehicle if you haven’t performed the “Emergency shutdown
procedure” and allowed the vehicle to set for ten minutes.
– If at all possible, never cut or remove the orange high-voltage cables.
– If at all possible, never cut into or open the Inverter, electric motor/generator or the
battery packs or any of the other high-voltage components.

In case of a submerged vehicle

Pull the vehicle out of the water. If the high-voltage installation is damaged or
disconnected, there is risk of electric shock from touching the body or chassis in or out
of the water.

Do's
– Always assume the vehicle is powered up when you approach the electric vehicle.

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– In case the electric vehicle is damaged, wear electric insulating gloves until it has
been determined that the high voltage has been shut down.
– Always perform the 'Emergency shutdown procedure' and allow the vehicle to set
for ten minutes before work on the electric vehicle.
– Always be aware of a chemical reaction resulting in a fire of the high-voltage
3 batteries when they are damaged and/or leaking.
In these cases, wear face protection.

Don’t
– Never work on the vehicle if you haven’t performed the “Emergency shutdown
procedure” and allowed the vehicle to set for ten minutes.
– If at all possible, never cut or remove the orange high-voltage cables.
– If at all possible, never cut into or open the Inverter, electric motor/generator or the
battery packs or any of the other high-voltage components.

3.2 HIGH-VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE

Introduction
If an emergency occurs (accident, fire), the high-voltage power supply of the high-
voltage system must be shut down. It takes up to ten minutes before the high
voltage has dropped to a harmless level after an emergency high-voltage shutdown
procedure has been carried out.

CAUTION: The electric vehicle is equipped with two red emergency

switches. One in the cabin, next to the tachograph and one next to the
high-voltage charge plug behind the cabin. Using one of these
switches during normal vehicle operation can lead to damage to the
high-voltage system.
– Only use the red emergency switches in case of an emergency or
when shutting down the high-voltage circuit for repair and
maintenance works.

WARNING! Never operate an emergency stop button while driving.

– Operating an emergency stop button while driving switches off all
electrical systems including hydraulic steering pump and air
compressor. This can lead to very dangerous situations with
regards to steering and braking.

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WARNING! The electric vehicle is equipped with high-voltage
components and wiring. Not following these instructions can result in
severe personal injury or death.
After completing this procedure the high-voltage box, high-voltage
batteries and corresponding high-voltage cables are still connected to
the high voltage.
– Avoid the high-voltage components, identifiable by a warning
3
sticker.
– Avoid the high-voltage cables, identifiable by their orange colour.
– With the exception of maintenance and emergency repairs
described in this manual only a DAF certified mechanic may work
on the electric vehicle.
– To avoid getting in contact with residual voltage wait for ten
minutes before starting further work such as tilting the cabin.

WARNING! The high-voltage batteries will always carry high voltage

even after completing the 'High-voltage shutdown procedure'.

NOTE: The 'Shutting down high-voltage circuit' procedure is part of

workshop procedures. It is also described in the 'Emergency Response
Guide' used by the emergency services.

NOTE: For towing the vehicle see the corresponding chapter in the driver's
manual or the 'Emergency response guide'.

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Overview

D005272-2

High-voltage cables High-voltage warn-

(600 VDC) ing

High-voltage com- Emergency stop

ponent button

High-voltage batter- 24V-batteries

ies (four, 2 at the left
side and 2 on the
right side of the vehi-
cle).
Battery type: Lithium
batteries with Lp-
CO® (Gen II) tech-
nology.

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Emergency high-voltage shutdown procedure

1. Park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Apply the park brake.
3. Turn the drive mode switch to 'N'
(neutral).
4. Remove the ignition key. 3
5. Press the emergency switch (1) 1
located next to the tachograph.
6. Exit the cabin.
7. Press the emergency switch (2)
located next to the high-voltage D005285

charge plug behind the cabin.

8. Use the main switch (4) to turn OFF 1 3 4
the 24 V circuit.
9. Place the necessary and / or
mandatory warnings and wait on a
safe distance from the vehicle. 5
2
NOTE: In case it's not
possible to enter the cabin
perform step 7 till 9 of the
emergency high-voltage D005278-2
shutdown procedure.

3.3 24V-BATTERIES
Location of the 24V-batteries
The 24V-batteries are located on the rear side within the chassis.

Disconnecting the 24V-batteries

1 3
4

5
2

E506752-2
1. Switch the ignition OFF.
2. Switch OFF the main switch (4).
NOTE: The manual main switch (4) can isolate the 24 Volt power supply
of the batteries from the vehicle. Only turn the main switch off, after the
ignition switch has been turned off.

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3. Remove the battery cover.
NOTE: The 24V-batteries are stacked on top of each other within the
chassis, which makes access to the terminals difficult.

4. Disconnect the battery clamp from the negative terminal.

3 5. Disconnect the battery clamp from the positive terminal.
6. Hold the positive and negative cables together to discharge any power that may be
stored in the capacitors.
7. Secure the cables; make sure that they cannot come into contact with the terminals.

3.4 HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERIES

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1 Battery string (also called high-voltage or

traction battery)
2 Electric motor
3 Charge plug

The CF electric is equipped with two battery strings also referred to as high-voltage
batteries. One fitted on each side of the chassis behind the side skirts. Each battery
string contains two, in series connected, high-voltage batteries. Each of the battery
string is equipped with a so called MSD (Manual Service Disconnect) disconnecting the
high-voltage circuit between two high-voltage batteries. The MSD is a safety protection
device (Fuse) for the high-voltage circuit. This plug must be removed during the safety
lock-out procedure.

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Both the upper and lower battery are filled with silicone fluid, used as a medium for
temperature exchange within the batteries.
On its turn, the coolant of the vehicles heating and cooling system controls the
temperature of this silicon fluid.

The high-voltage batteries can be charged externally by using a plug-in charger.

3
WARNING! The high-voltage batteries will always carry high voltage
even after completing the emergency high-voltage shut-down
procedure. It takes up to ten minutes before the high voltage has
dropped to a harmless level.

WARNING! This vehicle is also equipped with four high-voltage

battery strings, containing high-voltage components. Exposure to
high voltage can result in serious personal injury or death.
– Never open the high-voltage battery box.
– Never remove or touch any of the orange high-voltage cables
unless the high-voltage circuit is shut down.

WARNING! The battery cells inside the high-voltage battery packs

contain electrolyte.
Although the change of leakage is small, electrolyte is a toxic fluid.
Physical contact can lead to serious health problems.
– If exposed, avoid physical contact with electrolyte.
– If there is contact with the eyes: rinse with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes and consult a doctor.
– Avoid skin contact. If there is skin contact: wash the skin with water
and soap.

3.5 AIRBAG
WARNING! Airbag
modules and safety belt
tensioners are A
pyrotechnic systems and
contain an explosive
charge.

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A sticker with the airbag symbol on the

windscreen identifies vehicles
equipped with an airbag and safety belt
tensioner system.
In addition, there is an identification
3 'AIRBAG' visible (A) on the steering
wheel. A vehicle equipped with an
airbag also has an automatic safety belt
tensioner.

1 Safety belt tensioner

The automatic safety belt tensioner is

fitted on the rear side of the driver's and
co-driver's seat behind the seat covers.

G001312

Safety instructions
– Do not place any objects near undeployed airbags.
– Before any work is carried out on an airbag system:
1. the ignition must be switched off.
2. the main switch must be turned off.
3. the battery clamp must be removed from the negative pole.
4. wait at least 30 seconds.
– Never disconnect an electrical connector in the airbag or safety belt tensioner
circuits if the electronic control unit is energised.

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4.1 SEAT ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: Before removing the seat, be aware of the safety instructions if the
vehicle is equipped with an airbag and therefore an automatic safety belt
tensioner.

NOTE: The seat can be adjusted if the vehicle air pressure is at least 7 bar.
4
Seat settings
1 Backrest angle adjustment.
2 Seat height adjustment.
3 Seat tilt adjustment 9
4 Quick down.
5 Vertical seat damper.
6 Seat length adjustment.
7 Seat cushion length adjustment. 8
8 Armrest.
9 Safety belt height adjustment. 13
10 Seat heater. 14
10
11 Lumbar support adjustment.
12 Lateral support adjustment.
13 Seat ventilation
14 Shoulder support adjustment.
7
5
6 11 12
4 3 2 1 G001947

4. Quick down
Knob down (seat in driving position): the seat drops to its
lowest position.
Knob up (with lowered seat): the seat rises to the last height
adjustment.
3. Seat tilt adjustment

2. Seat height adjustment

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4.2 AIR SUSPENSION CHASSIS

General
On vehicles equipped with air suspension, a remote control unit is used to operate the
vehicle height.
The remote control unit is located against the console of the driver's seat.

NOTE: This control unit can only be operated when the ignition is switched
on.
4

NOTE: Unless stated otherwise, the keys need only be pressed once
briefly.

Basic remote control

1 'ON/OFF' and 'STOP' key. See
section 'Stop key'. 1
2 Automatic setting of normal 2
driving height.
3 Lifting of chassis while the key is
pressed.
4 Lowering of chassis while the
key is pressed.
3
4

D005150

NOTE: The remote control is (de-) activated by a long press on the 'STOP'
key.
After the ignition is switched off, the remote control is always deactivated.
The stop function is always active regardless of the remote control being
activated or not.

4.3 CABIN SUSPENSION

The cabin is equipped with full air suspension.

Lowering the air suspension

The cabin is lowered by cutting the air hoses.

WARNING! When air hoses are cut, the hose ends can fly around and
can therefore cause injuries.

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WARNING! When the air hoses for the cabin suspension are cut, the
air supply for steering wheel adjustment is also taken away.

WARNING! When the cabin is lowered, the movement may be

uncontrolled.

4 Rear cabin air suspension

Cut the air hose to the rear cabin air
suspension bellows. See the arrows at 1 2
positions 1 and 2.

D005290

Front cabin air suspension

Cut the air hose to the front air suspension bellows at the reservoir. The air reservoir
can be found under the cabin at the co-driver side.

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5.1 CABIN TYPES

1 2

G002065

1 Day Cab 3 Space Cab

2 Sleeper Cab

5.2 CABIN BRACKET COLLISION ABILITY

The cabin bracket has a built-in safety feature that enables the cabin to move back 400
mm in case of a collision. Depending on the severity of the collision there are two
situations.

– The safety feature is used. This means that the cabin has moved compared to the
chassis with a maximum distance of 400 mm. The cabin is still attached to the
chassis.
– The safety feature is used fully before the collision stopped. As a result the bolt of
the cabin bracket breaks. If this has happened the cabin is loose from the chassis.

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5.3 CABIN DIMENSIONS

The external dimensions from the ground vary depending on the tyre size, choice of
suspension, load and settings.

Day Cab
1770

640
5
1600

2490
2110
440 2260

400
650
390

G002066

Sleeper Cab
2200

1050
640
1600 L L=2045

120
2490
2110
440 2260

400
650
390

L=700
G002067

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Space Cab

570 2200
U

2230 70
710
640
L

U=2020
L=2045
120

2490
2110
2260
5
440

305
650
275
280
U=680
L=700
G002069

5.4 OPENING THE FRONT PANEL

The top section of the front panel can be
folded up.
Unlock the front panel by pulling the
lever in the top section of the front
panel.
When the front panel is open it is held in
the raised position by two gas struts.

D001775

D001840-2

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WARNING! Always be aware of possible moving or rotating parts. For
example the cooling fans while using the steps in the front of the cabin
or working with an open front panel.
– Moving or rotating parts can cause serious injury when coming into
contact.

5.5 DOORS
1 Hinge
2
3
Wiring harness
Door check
5
1

1
3

G001310

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5.6 DOOR LOCK

The door lock is installed higher than
the door handle. The position is
indicated in the image.

G002071

5.7 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: The steering wheel
can be adjusted if the vehicle
air pressure (circuit 4) is at
least 7 bar.

WARNING! When the air

hoses for the cabin
suspension are cut, the air
supply for steering wheel
adjustment is also taken
away.

G001293

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Adjusting
Push up the two-position switch. The
steering column is temporarily
unlocked. The height and angle of the
steering wheel can now be adjusted.

K101546

Locking
Push down the two-position switch. The steering column is locked.

NOTE: A slight hissing noise, caused by the two-position switch, is audible

while the steering wheel is being adjusted. If the steering column has not
been locked, this switch locks it automatically after 20 - 30 seconds.

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5.8 CABIN STRUCTURE

A B

A
B
5

C D

D
C
F
E
F E

G001283-2

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Towing information 6

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6.1 REMOVING THE PROP SHAFT

– Make sure that the park brake is engaged.
– Loosen the prop shaft bolts at the rear axle side, do not remove them.
NOTE: If by accident the prop shaft drops to the floor during towing it is
dragged a long. In the other situation dropping of the prop shaft seriously
damages both vehicle, road and possibly surroundings.
– Hold the shaft while removing the bolts.
– Fasten the shaft to the chassis.
– Cover the prop shaft joint with a plastic bag.

6 6.2 RELEASING THE PARK BRAKE

WARNING!
– Never release the park 1 2
brake on an incline
without precautionary
measures.

Releasing the park brake

on an incline causes the
vehicle to move
unintentionally. This can
lead to serious injury and
damage to the vehicle.

D005291

1. Make sure the driveline is in 'N' neutral.

2. Place wheel chocks in front of and behind the wheels.
NOTE: It is not permitted to use a socket wrench to loosen the releasing
bolt.

3. Turn the releasing bolt (see the arrows) anti-clockwise as far as the stop using a
ring spanner.
4. Carry out this operation for each spring brake cylinder.
NOTE: Place a no brakes warning label on the steering wheel.

5. Bring the park brake back in operating order by turning the releasing bolts (1 and 2)
clockwise as far as possible and tightening them to a torque of 45 Nm (75 Nm for
the releasing bolt with control pin). The pressure in the spring brake cylinder circuit
must be at least 6.5 bar.

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6.3 TYRE INFLATING CONNECTION

NOTE: The tyre inflating connection can also be used as an external
inflating connection to fill the air pressure system with air from outside.
When doing this, check that the system pressure is correct using the air
pressure gauge.

The tyre inflating connection is located:

On the left-hand side of the cabin

behind the front panel.

WARNING! Always be
aware of possible moving 6
or rotating parts. For
example the cooling fans
while using the steps in
the front of the cabin or
working with an open front
panel.
– Moving or rotating
parts can cause D001825

serious injury when

coming into contact.

Make sure that the supply pressure on the pressure gauges is not at maximum, but at
about 8 to 9 bar.
While inflating the tyres, keep the pressure on this value by having the air compressor
running.
See chapter 'Technical data and identification' for the correct tyre pressures.
Refit the rubber cap of the tyre inflating connection after the tyre has been inflated.

6.4 TOWING
WARNING! Switch off AEBS while towing or while being towed.
Engaging of this system during towing actions can result in unwanted
and unexpected vehicle behaviour.

WARNING!
– Do not tow the vehicle when fully loaded or with a trailer attached.

Towing a fully loaded vehicle or a vehicle with trailer attached can

result in unstable vehicle behaviour during critical driving situations.
This applies to both the towing and/or towed vehicle. This can lead to
very dangerous situations. High forces and tensions in the chassis
and driveline of the vehicles can also lead to damage to the vehicles.

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Towing another vehicle

It is allowed to tow another vehicle with an Electric Vehicle.

Towing by another vehicle

It is possible to tow the Electric Vehicle.
Always use a towing bar when towing. Deviation from this rule is only allowed in
emergencies.

– For short distance towing (only a few hundred metres and with a maximum speed
of 5 km/h): the vehicle may be towed by another vehicle.
– For long-distance towing: tow the vehicle using a recovery vehicle.

6 When towing, error messages may be shown on the master display when the ignition
is switched on.

NOTE: The maximum permissible vehicle speed, weight and distance vary
by country.

WARNING!
– Towing may not take place at an angle of more than 20° relative to
the vehicle centre line.

The towed vehicle may be located asymmetrically (left or right) behind

the tractor. Towing at an angle of more than 20° relative to the vehicle
centre line can result in unstable vehicle behaviour. This can lead to
very dangerous situations. High forces and tensions in the chassis
and driveline of the vehicles can also lead to damage to the vehicles.

WARNING! When the high-voltage circuit isn't in operating mode and

no additional measures are taken, there is no power steering and
eventually insufficient air pressure for the brake system. This results
in difficult steering and ultimately leads to automatic engagement of
the park brake. This can lead to very dangerous situations.
– Release the park brake and adapt the driving style of the towing
combination.

– Turn the ignition key so that the steering wheel is released (unless the vehicle is in
a hoist).
– If there is insufficient pressure in the air reservoirs, release the park brake. See
section 'Releasing the park brake'.
– To prevent damage to the electric driveline, always disconnect the prop shaft
from the differential.

CAUTION: If the prop shaft remains connected during towing, the

high-voltage components can be damaged seriously.
– Always disconnect the prop shaft before towing the vehicle when
the rear axle (drive wheels) is still in contact with the road surface.

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NOTE: If the differential is damaged:
– Hoist the vehicle at the rear and lock the steering wheel in the
straight-ahead position.

Installing the towing eye

Remove the front plate cover plate at
the left-hand or right-hand side by
pulling it forward (A).

6
A

D001506-3

1. Remove the rubber cover.

2. Screw in the towing eye fully so the
entire thread is used.
3. Then turn the towing eye anti-
clockwise (maximum 90 degrees)
so the towing bar can be attached to
the towing eye.

The maximum GVW the towing eye

may pull is 40 tons.

D001507-2

NOTE: To lift the vehicle two towing eyes must be used and both pins must
be perpendicular to the lifting cable or chain. Turn the towing eyes anti-
clockwise (maximum 180 degrees) to achieve this position.

Towing by a recovery vehicle

If the vehicle is being towed by a recovery vehicle, the vehicle can only be hoisted
under its rear axle. Lock the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.

CAUTION: Do not hoist the vehicle under its front axle with the prop
shaft still connected.
– If the vehicle is being towed by a recovery vehicle and the rear axle
(driven axle) is still in contact with the road surface, the high-
voltage components can be seriously damaged.

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Tow starting
It is not possible to tow start an Electric Vehicle.

Towing hook
Tractors may be fitted with a small
towing hook at the rear end of the
chassis. Use this towing hook only for
light shunting work (maximum 10 tons).

D001656

6.5 JUMP-STARTING
When the high-voltage battery and the 24V-batteries State of Charge is too low, jump-
starting is possible to start up the high-voltage system.

Jump-starting is possible via the NATO-

connector (1) located at the rear of the
vehicle. The 24V-batteries are placed
underneath a metal housing.

CAUTION: Starting the

vehicle using a starting aid
with too high a voltage can
damage the electrical
components.
– Never jump-start the
vehicle with a fast 1
charger.
– Never jump-start the
D005284
vehicle with a voltage
higher than 29 V.

Jump-starting
The vehicle may be started with the aid of starter cables that use voltage from separate
auxiliary batteries (approximately 24 V) or from another vehicle with a running engine
(approximately 28 V). When this starting procedure is followed, the starter cables
of the vehicle must not be disconnected.

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1. Connect the NATO-connector.
2. Start the vehicle.

When the 24 V batteries were fully discharged, it is important that the NATO-connector
is not disconnected immediately. The vehicle must remain in operating mode for at
least 2 to 3 minutes before the NATO-connector is disconnected to prevent damage to
the electrical system (peak voltage!).

Proceed as follows as soon as the vehicle is in operating mode:

1. Switch on as many power consumers as possible (for example: headlights, fog

lamps, heater fan, and so forth).
2. Remove the NATO-connector.
3. Switch OFF the power consumers. 6

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7.1 LIFTING AT THE FRONT

The front of the truck can be lifted with two towing eyes. To lift the front of the truck:

1. Install two towing eyes with the axle in horizontal position.

2. Attach the lifting equipment to the towing eyes.
3. Carefully lift the truck.

CAUTION: The maximum lifting weight for the towing eyes is 3000 kg
per towing eye.

NOTE: The two towing eyes can also be used to fix the front of the truck to
a platform.

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7.2 JACKING UP THE AIR SPRUNG FRONT AXLE

D001505-2
WARNING! Use the indicated jacking points of the vehicle and
support the vehicle when jacking up. Otherwise the vehicle can fall off
the jack, resulting in the vehicle getting jammed or damaged. This can
lead to dangerous situations and serious injury.
– Before jacking always secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away by applying the park brake and/or using wheel chocks. Never
release the park brake while the vehicle is jacked up.
– Always position the jack on a firm and level surface. If the surface
is not firm, place the jack on a support plate.
– When jacking up an air sprung front axle, position the jack only
under the special fixing bracket.
NOTE: Make sure that the top plate falls in to the
chamber in the special fixing bracket.

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– If, as a result of a flat tyre, there is insufficient height to place the
jack, roll the wheel on to a solid increase.
– Always use stands to support the chassis when working under a
vehicle resting on a jack or lifting device.
– Do not perform any work underneath a vehicle when the vehicle
rests on a jack or lifting device.

CAUTION: Do not jack up under the protection bar at the front of the
vehicle. This is a protection bar made of sheet metal. If you jack up the
vehicle under the protection bar it collapses.

7.3 LIFTING AT THE BACK

There are no special facilities to lift the truck at the back.
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7.4 JACKING UP THE REAR AXLE
WARNING! Not using the indicated jacking points of the vehicle and
supporting the vehicle when jacking up can lead to the vehicle falling
off the jack, resulting in getting jammed or damage to the vehicle. This
can lead to dangerous situations and serious injury.
– Always place the vehicle on a firm and level surface.
– Before jacking always secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away by applying the parking brake and/or using wheel chocks.
Never release the parking brake while the vehicle is jacked up.
– Always position the jack on a firm and level surface. If the surface
is not firm place the jack on a support plate.
– Position the jack only under the spring attachment when the rear
axle must be jacked up.
– To prevent deformation of the axle housing, the jack must under no
circumstances be located directly under the axle housing or the
differential casing.
– Always use stands to support the chassis when carrying out
repairs or service under a vehicle which rests on a jack.
– Do not carry out any work underneath a vehicle that is only
supported by a jack or lifting gear.

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Alphabetical index 8

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J
Jacking
Air sprung front axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Rear axle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

T
Towing
Towing hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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