Driver's Handbook

Toilet
9700
 Foreword
This manual contains information concerning the operation and function
of the bus toilet facility. The information in this manual applies to
vehicles built in 2015 and later. Please keep this manual in the vehicle
at all times.
Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for reference only and may
differ slightly from the actual vehicle. However, key components
addressed in this document are represented as accurately as possible.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and
Volvo Trucks North America should be informed immediately if you
believe that the vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, injury or
death.
Contact NHTSA by calling the Auto Safety Hotline at 1 (888) 327-4236,
by writing to NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington,
DC 20590, by TTY at 1 (800) 424-9153, or visit their website at
www.nhtsa.dot.gov.

Volvo Bus Corporation

Göteborg, Sweden

Order number: 89180362

©2014 Volvo Bus Corporation, Göteborg, Sweden

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 Contents
Toilet ......................................................................................................................................... 1
Toilet ...................................................................................................................................... 1
Valves and Water Tanks ......................................................................................................... 2
Operation Instructions............................................................................................................ 3
To Flush the Toilet ............................................................................................................. 3
Holding and Freshwater Tanks .......................................................................................... 4
In Case of an Emergency ................................................................................................... 4
Water Tank Filling & Emptying......................................................................................... 5
Toilet Enclosure Cleaning.................................................................................................. 5
Toilet Bowl Cleaning ......................................................................................................... 5
Trash Bin............................................................................................................................ 5
Soap Dispenser................................................................................................................... 6
Toilet Paper Roll Dispenser ............................................................................................... 6
Maintenance........................................................................................................................... 7
Daily Routine ..................................................................................................................... 7
Weekly Routine.................................................................................................................. 8
Quarterly Routine............................................................................................................... 9
Sticker Legend .......................................................................................................................10
 Safety Information
IMPORTANT: Before driving this vehicle,
be certain that you have read and that DANGER
you fully understand each and every step
of the driving and handling information Danger indicates an unsafe practice that
in this manual. Be certain that you fully could result in serious personal injury or
understand and follow all safety warnings. death. A danger advisory banner is in
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FOLLOWING INFORMATION BE
READ, UNDERSTOOD AND ALWAYS
FOLLOWED.
WARNING
The following types of advisories are used
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could result in personal injury. A warning
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CAUTION
Caution indicates an unsafe practice that
could result in damage to the product. A
caution advisory is in black type on a
white background with a black border.

Note: Note indicates a procedure, practice,

or condition that must be followed in order
for the vehicle or component to function in
the manner intended.
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Toilet
The toilet is composed with the following
parts:
1 Door Lock
2 LED Spot Light
3 PIR Sensor
4 Mirror
5 Vanity Door Hinges
6 Push Plunger
7 Alarm Button
8 Toilet Bowl Assy
9 Toilet Seat
10 Flush Button
11 Ambient Light

T8095633
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Valves and Water Tanks

The fill valves for the water tanks are located
on the right side of the bus, behind the rear
axle. The drain valves are located under the
passenger area in front of the rear axle
1 Sink water tank fill valve.
2 Flushing water tank drain valve.
3 Holding tank
4 Fresh water tank
5 Drain valve fresh water tank
6 Pumps

T0015357

T0015358
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Operation Instructions
To activate the toilet switch main power
supply, push the WC button on the dashboard.
When occupying the toilet facility, the interior
light will turn on. Even when closing the lock
on the inside, an indicator lamp will turn it on
in the passengers area.

T3018183

Toilet master switch

The interior light is controlled by a

movement sensor, that will turn off the
light automatically shortly after the facility
is vacated. The “Vacant” lamp will then
illuminate.
T0015272

“Occupied /Vacant”lamp

To Flush the Toilet

Push the flush button once to flush the toilet.
If further flushing is required, wait for the
flush cycle to complete then press the button
again.
Note: The toilet will flush automatically if
the facility is vacated without flushing first.
T0015351

Flush button
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Holding and Freshwater Tanks

When the holding tank is full, a dashboard
LED will illuminate and the “Occupied” lamp
will signal. The toilet is now out of use until
the holding tank is emptied.

T0015355

Full dashboard LED

When the fresh water tank is empty a

dashboard LED will illuminate and the
“Occupied” lamp will signal. The toilet is
now out of use until the water tank is re-filled.

T0015356

Empty dashboard LED

In Case of an Emergency
Pressing the red alarm button will alert the
driver and sound a buzzer. The button is
located on the left side of the sink.

T8095635

Emergency Button
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Water Tank Filling & Emptying

Tanks are filled via the hose connectors
located in the holding tank compartment. The
sinks 40 mm (1.6 in.) fill pipe is accessed
by removing the litter bin and the flush tank.
These are attached with a 100mm (4 in.) cap
screws that can be accessed through the floor
trap.
The holding tank is emptied by firmly
pulling the handle on the slide valve located
underneath the tank.

Toilet Enclosure Cleaning

The enclosure is manufactured from Glass
Reinforced Plastic (GRP) with high gloss
interior and lightly textured exterior surfaces.
This surface finish is delicate and must only
be washed down using a mild detergent.
The use of a caustic or abrasive material
is not recommended, as this will affect the
appearance.

Toilet Bowl Cleaning

To protect the finish of the Stainless Steel
toilet bowl, do not use abrasives of any kind.
To clean the bowl, use a mild anti-bacterial
detergent and a suitable brush.

Trash Bin
The trash bin is located on the wall beside the
door. The use of a trash bag is recommended.

T0015354
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Soap Dispenser
To fill the dispenser, unlock the mirror
cabinet, lift the lid of the dispenser and fill
with liquid soap.

T8014110

Toilet Paper Roll Dispenser

It is recommended that a biodegradable paper
is used all times. The toilet paper roll is
located inside the lower vanity door. Unlock
and open the door and slide the roll onto the
spindle.
Note: Domestic grade toilet paper is not
recommended as this can block the system.
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Maintenance

Daily Routine
• Prior to the vehicle entering service the
holding tank should be charged with an
additive to sanitize it.
• The recommended product is Shades
Super Sani ECO, formulated from natural
essential oils. This formaldehyde-free
formula is contained within a water
soluble membrane. A single 16 gram
bottle contains the recommended dosage
for 110 liter (26 gallons) capacity holding
tank and will function for a maximum of
three days.
To apply:
1 Ensure the holding tank is empty.
2 Verify that the tank evacuation valve
is closed.
3 Verify that the toilet clean water tank
is full.
4 Switch the toilet facility power on.
5 Press the flush button to open the toilet
valve and pour the complete bottle into
the bowl.
• It is recommended that the toilet supply
tank be drained and the waste holding tank
be emptied at the end of every day.
• The daily addition of a couple of drops
of mild detergent into water resting in the
toilet bowl will lubricate the slider and
protect the seal.
• The sink tank should be emptied and
re-filled daily. To help maintain a clean
tank and freshwater the use of a water
conditioner is recommended. Use a
suitable product that disinfects the water,
that is safe to drink and non-irritable to the
skin and eyes.
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Weekly Routine
• Check exhaust fan function.
• Inspect faucet, door hinges and toilet seat.
Check the operation of the encloser door
and lock function. Test alarm button and
buzzer function.
• Open vanity door, check extractor fan and
pneumatic valve connections.
• Verify that the water flow to the sink basin
is smooth and constant.
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Quarterly Routine
• Flush out holding tank with fresh water.
(the holding tank must be empty and the
vehicle positioned so that the holding
tank evacuation valve is over a sewage
drainage point )
To flush out:
1 Switch the toilet facility power on.
2 Connect a hose to a main water supply.
3 Press the flush button once to open the
slide valve.
4 When the valve opens, insert the end of
the hose down through the bowl, into the
drain pipe. When the valve closes the hose
will be held into position by the paddle
pressure.
5 Turn on the water to the hose and fill the
holding tank, being careful not to overfill.
6 Switch off the water to the hose and open
the evacuation valve to empty the tank.
7 Press the flush button to open the valve
and remove the hose when done.
• Lubricate the holding tank evacuation
valve. ( to be carried out immediately after
flushing the holding tank ).
Undo the four bolts holding the drain
valve assembly together and remove the
main body section. Lubricate the slide
paddle using lithium grease or similar so
the open/close operation is smooth. Install
the drain valve.
Do not over tighten as this will restrict the
operation of the valve.
• Disinfect the sink tanks and flush with
fresh water.
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Sticker Legend
Refer to the toilet facility sticker legend to
become familiar with the equipment found in
the toilet facility.
1 Do not stand up, do not use standing up
position, do not throw strange objects in
the bowl.
2 No smoking
3 Left door closed
4 Right door closed
5 Flushing water
6 Emergency button
7 Logo
8 Toilet paper roll
9 Paper towel dispenser
10 Soap dispenser
T8095931
11 Trash bin
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Volvo Bus Corporation

Göteborg, Sweden

89180362 English 12.2014