Page 671 - The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989

ANNEXURE X THE CENTRAL MOTOR VEHICLES RULES, 1989 643

they should arrange comprehensive training to the users, drivers and other technicians
on inspection, operation and maintenance. Vehicle/kit manufacturers/kit suppliers
shall establish necessary infrastructure while establishing/appointing service
centres/kit installers as per Annexure V of AIS 024 and AIS 025 standards.
Responsibility of Owners/Users (Clause Nos. 12 & 15 of Annexure V of AIS 24/AIS 025)
The owner/driver shall be instructed in the correct way that the gas system and
controls function along with owner’s operation manual for the gas system outlining the
following:
• Basic gas system explanation with a diagram
• Fuel change over switch operation if bi-fuel system is fitted
• Starting procedure for cold and hot start
• How the vehicle is refuelled
• In the event of backfiring check procedure and compliance in the event of
gas leak shut off procedure and compliance
• Emergence or information contact numbers in the event of emergency
Users should comply with all the instructions given by the vehicle
manufacturers/kit installers. Necessary periodic inspection, as listed in owner’s
manual, shall be carried out by the users.
Users should follow the instructions while filling gas and carry out leakage test
periodically.
Users to insist on appropriate training to be given to the drivers and technicians
by vehicle manufacturers/kit installers/suppliers. Periodic inspection of valves,
pipelines, cylinders and regulator/vaporizer shall be carried out.
In case of mal-functioning of any compenent, necessary repair and maintenance to
be carried out at authorized service station under the assistance/guidance of installers,
vehicle/kit manufacturers/suppliers.
The vehicle owner shall apply to the concerned registering authority within 14
days of undertaking the alteration for endorsement of particular alteration in the
registration certificate mentioning place and date of installation and installation
certificate number.
Statutory Requirements for Registration of Vehicle
Enhancement of safety can be ensured taking the following measures:
• While registering every converted bus, vehicle manufacturers/kit installers
along with bus body builders and transport authority shall jointly examine
the bus prior to registration. The registration of such a vehicle shall be done
only after signing the report jointly by all the concerned along with the
transport authority.
• Details of training module and frequency of training shall be communicated
to the users/competent authority such as transport authority/registration
authority by vehicle manufacturers/kit installers.
• User-friendly approach from vehicle manufacturers and kit installers for
servicing, maintenance and supply of spare parts is essential. The details
shall be worked out prior to placement of order.