ESBD_466899_1762290208025_5_Attachment G 29,500lb 304T-26-760A4 Excavators.pdf

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Statewide Procurement Division

Attachment G

EXCAVATOR, HINGED BOOM, CRAWLER

MOUNTED, MINIMUM 29,500 LB. OPERATING

WEIGHT

IFB No. 304T-26-760A4

SPECIFICATION NO.

760-90-40

NOVEMBER 2023

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PART I

SPECIFICATIONS

1. SCOPE: This specification describes a diesel-powered, hydraulically operated, hinged boom, excavator mounted on a crawler type undercarriage. The unit must dig, lift and dump in accordance with the requirements of the specification. Units furnished to this specification must meet or exceed all requirements.

EXAMPLES: Caterpillar Model 313

John Deere Model 135P Case CX140E or CPA Approved Equal

NOTICE: Any example shown is listed to show type and class of equipment desired.

Contractors are cautioned to read the Specification carefully, as there may be special requirements not commonly offered by the equipment manufacturer. DO NOT ASSUME YOUR

STANDARD EQUIPMENT MEETS ALL OF THE DETAILED SPECIFICATION

REQUIREMENTS MERELY BECAUSE IT IS LISTED AS AN EXAMPLE. Contractors are cautioned that any unit delivered which does not meet Specifications in every aspect will not be accepted.

2. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: The unit must include a 36 inch to 42-inch general purpose bucket with quick connect/detach feature. All measurements are to be calculated with the bucket provided.

2.1. Operating weight, minimum 29,500 pounds and a maximum 36,000 pounds.

2.2. Digging depth, minimum 17 feet 5 inches when equipped with a 36 inch to 42-inch-wide bucket.

2.3. Lift capacity over the side at ground line and 15-foot horizontal distance from centerline of rotation, minimum 5,700 pounds.

3. DIMENSIONS: To ensure compatibility with existing transport equipment, unit(s) furnished must not exceed the following (when equipped with a 36 inch to 42 inch general purpose bucket):

3.1. Transport height maximum: 10 feet 5 inches.

3.2. Width of excavator, measured from the outside edge of the left track to the outside edge of the right track maximum: 11 feet 3 inches.

3.3. Transport length (bucket curled on deck), maximum: 28 feet 1 inches.

3.4. Overall crawler length, measured from most forward portion of track to most rearward portion of track, maximum: 12 feet 3 inches.

4. LIQUID COOLED DIESEL ENGINE

4.1. Minimum 101 SAE net flywheel HP at governed RPM.

4.2. Certified to Tier 4 Final or higher emissions standard.

4.3. A 12V or 24V electrical system consisting of a starter and heavy-duty alternator which must be highest rated available from the manufacture. The alternator must be capable of fully powering all electrical components simultaneously, including accessories, while they operate under maximum load.

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4.4. Ignition system must be keyed, or password protected push button type.

4.5. A neutral detent and positive neutral lockout. Equipment must not start unless it is in neutral. Equipment must be provided with industry standard pedal or joystick and control interlocks.

4.6. Unit must be provided with a master battery disconnect switch located at street level.

4.7. Battery(ies) must be sealed, spill-proof (no free electrolyte) maintenance-free type with spiral wound cells and a sufficient cold cranking amperes (CCA) total battery rating to reliably start the unit in zero degree Fahrenheit weather. Must be covered by minimum 12-month full replacement warranty and minimum 36 month prorated warranty. Replacement battery must be furnished by vendor during 12-month initial warranty period at no cost (shipping, environmental fees, etc.) to the Customer.

EXAMPLE: Optima Yellow Top or CPA Approved Equal

4.8. Diesel engine fuel filtration system must include a screen at the fuel tank or transfer pump and at least two stages of filtration. Filter stages may consist of a primary and a secondary filter, or a two-stage filter in a common housing. At least one drain plug must be provided in the system to prevent water damage to the injection system. All items must be factory approved and factory installed.

4.9. Dry type air cleaner including a primary element, a safety element, an internal or external precleaner, and a restriction (service) indicator. Indicator must be easily visible inside the operator's station.

EXAMPLE: Donaldson Cyclopac air cleaner with safety element

4.10. Full-flow type oil-filtration system with replaceable filter and provision for bypassing oil to the engine as the filter becomes clogged.

4.11. Cooling system must have extended life, antifreeze/coolant with protection to -30º F or lower.

4.12. Fuel tank capacity must be sufficient for eight hours continuous operation.

4.13. Unit must have an electronic preheater starting aid that will allow unit to operate at temperatures down to 0 degrees F.

4.14. Muffler and exhaust pipe of sufficient length to exhaust fumes away from the operator.

If muffler is of a vertical design, exhaust pipe must be angled at the top to prevent rain from directly entering the exhaust system. A hinged cover is acceptable. If the excavator’s exhaust system is such that an operator or ground crew members may come in accidental contact while in close proximity to these components, it must have protective guards of expanded metal installed on the muffler and exhaust pipe to prevent injury.

5. UNDERCARRIAGE: The unit must be equipped with the manufacturer’s standard length, crawler track type undercarriage with lifetime lubricated rollers and idlers.

5.1. Track shoes must be triple grouser or semi-grouser type, minimum 24 inches wide.

5.2. Undercarriage must have minimum six track rollers and one carrier rollers on each side.

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5.3. Hydraulic track adjusters.

5.4. Unit must have a gradeability of at least 70%.

6. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM: The hydraulic system must be as normally provided by the manufacturer and must be of a size, type and capacity to perform all required operations.

6.1. Hydraulic system must integrate with the engine electronic control module and automatically adjust engine speed or hydraulic pressures (or a combination of both) when additional power is required.

6.2. System must be sealed against contaminants and any necessary air vents must be filtered.

6.3. A means must be provided to maintain the hydraulic oil at satisfactory operating temperature up to at least 110° F ambient temperature during continuous heavy operations.

6.4. System must provide for 360-degree continuous swing of the upperstructure through a hydraulic motor and turntable assembly. A positive method for preventing drift in the swing system must be provided.

6.5. Track drive must be accomplished by a hydraulic motor through a final drive planetary gear type reduction assembly on each track for forward, reverse and counter rotation of tracks. A positive method for preventing track drive creep must be provided.

6.6. Pressure relief valve(s).

6.7. Hydraulic system reservoir must be equipped with a sight level gauge.

6.8. Hydraulic oil filter(s), replaceable element type, ten micron or finer rated filter.

6.9. Boom must be equipped with double acting hydraulic cylinders for boom lift, crowd and bucket operation.

7. BOOM AND ARM ASSEMBLY

7.1. The unit must be equipped with a two-piece, hinged type boom and arm assembly.

The boom and arm assembly must provide a minimum dig depth of 17 feet 5 inches and a reach at ground level of a minimum 26 feet 4 inches when equipped with a 36 inch to 42-inch-wide bucket and as required by the solicitation.

7.2. Arm must be designed to accept various size buckets and have a coupler attachment that allows bucket rotation for slope grading. Rotation coupler must be coupler manufacturer recommended match for excavator model bid.

EXAMPLE: Helac TT-10

8. UPPERSTRUCTURE: Upperstructure must consist of the boom and arm, an engine enclosure and operator’s cab as designed and arranged by the manufacturer.

8.1. The cab must be all steel fully enclosed and equipped with safety glass, tinted windshield, and tinted side windows. The interior of the cab must be painted with a lusterless paint. Unit must be provided with non-skid safety floor covering or safety tread plate, and grab handle(s).

8.2. The cab must be equipped with a windshield wiper(s), heater, defroster fan and instrument lights.

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8.3. Minimum 15,870-BTU heater with defroster.

8.4. The cab of the unit must be equipped with factory installed air conditioning (dealer installed systems are not acceptable). System must include all necessary components and controls for the system to be complete and ready for operation.

System must use R134A refrigerant only. System must comply with the performance requirements and design guidelines of the current Society for Automotive Engineering (SAE) J169 and J1503 standards.

8.4.1. Unit must be equipped with the manufacturer's standard air conditioning system, with a minimum BTU rating of 18,000.

8.4.2. Components must be positioned in such a manner that they will not hamper the operator when entering or leaving the cab enclosure, or while operating the equipment. Air intake location must ensure that exhaust gases will not be drawn into the cab enclosure.

8.5. Seat, cushioned, adjustable type, hydraulic or air suspension, with padded backrest, and seat belt meeting the current SAE J386.

8.6. All controls must be within easy reach of the operator. Controls must have the capability to easily change from ISO to BH pattern.

8.7. Environmental soundproofing material on all interior cab doors, walls, and ceiling.

Noise level within the enclosure must not exceed 85 decibels while the unit is in the driving mode.

8.8. Cab must have rearview mirror, and operator must have full view of the boom at all times.

8.9. Cab must be designed for cross ventilation and may have doors or windows that lock in the open position.

8.10. Cab must have FOPS (Falling Object Protection System) that protect the front and top of the cab.

9. ELECTRONIC MACHINE MONITORING SYSTEM (EMMS): Unit must be equipped with an EMMS with a liquid-crystal display (LCD). EMMS must receive feedback data from control modules of, at a minimum, transmission, hydraulic, and engine ignition systems.

EMMS must have troubleshooting capabilities, registering fault codes through a data port and indicating codes on unit’s LCD or indicator light system.

9.1. EMMS must monitor at least the following operating conditions, and display readings a operator’s station through the LCD, or as specified. Wherever gauges are specified, indicator lights are not acceptable. LCD must be easily visible to the operator and lab in English or show a universally recognized symbol for each specific gauge function.

equipped with instrumentation gauges must have non-glare lights for nighttime visibility

9.1.1. Machine service (hours) – meter.

9.1.2. Engine coolant temperature (degrees Fahrenheit) – gauge.

9.1.3. Engine oil pressure (pounds per square inch) – gauge.

9.1.4. Fuel quantity (1/8 tank level demarcation with low fuel range) – gauge.

Dipstick or sight gauge is not acceptable.

9.1.5. Hydraulic oil temperature (degrees Fahrenheit) – gauge.

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9.2. Indicators that warn of non-specified or hazardous conditions must include, but not be limited to the following:

9.2.1. High or low electrical system voltage – light.

9.2.2. Air filter restriction indicator – light.

9.2.3. High engine coolant temperature – light and audible alarm or idle down feature.

9.2.4. Low engine oil pressure – light and audible alarm or idle down feature.

10. SAFETY AND SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: The unit must be equipped with, but not limited to, the following:

10.1. A load rating chart and special instructions conspicuously posted in the operator’s cab.

The load rating chart must be in compliance with the current SAE J1097.

10.2. An electrically operated travel alarm system distinguishable from the surrounding noise level. Travel alarm must meet the requirements of the current SAE J994.

10.3. Electric horn with control at operator's station.

10.4. Vandalism protection group. The vandalism protection group must include as a minimum:

10.4.1. A locking filler cap for the fuel tank, hydraulic tank, oil supply and radiator.

Filler caps located behind locking panel(s) are acceptable in lieu of individual locking caps.

10.4.2. Lockable engine side-panels.

10.4.3. Lockable battery box cover(s) must be provided, if battery(ies) are not mounted inside lockable engine side-panels.

10.4.4. All lockable panels and compartments must be equipped with an integrated locking system, keyed alike, or padlocks. If padlocks are furnished, two brass keys per lock must be provided. All padlocks must be keyed alike. The padlocks furnished must be of quality construction greater than or equal to a Master Lock #3.

10.5. Work lights, must consist of two (2) LED chassis mounted, forward facing work flood lights, two (2) LED upper cab mounted flood work lights and two (2) LED boom mounted flood work lights.

10.6. The top rear center of the cab must be equipped with an amber strobe warning light.

10.6.1. The strobe light must be a “Class I” 360-degree LED quad flash strobe light meeting or exceeding the requirements identified in the current SAE J845.

10.6.2. Be identified in accordance with current SAE J759 (Lighting Identification Code) standard.

10.6.3. The strobe light must be mounted on a hinged bracket for lowering the light below the top of the cab during transport. The strobe must be protected by a metal fixture protecting the front and top of the strobe and must effectively

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10.6.4. A fuse, on-off switch, and on-indicator light must be located at the operator’s station.

EXAMPLE: Whelen L21HAP or CPA Approved Equal

10.7. A lubrication manifold must be located at the base of the boom for greasing hard to reach boom foot, arm and cylinder pins. All available lubrication points (zerks) must be serviced from this location.

10.8. An auxiliary hydraulic tool circuit must be furnished. Circuit must be furnished with a self-centering control valve, or other means of system activation or de-activation, to operate hydraulic powered attachments such as breakers, shears, grapples and tampers. Circuit must have a dedicated pump capable of providing the required volume and pressure of hydraulic fluid needed for attachments and not used for rotation coupler or other maneuvering functions of the unit.

10.9. A side and rearview camera with in-cab monitor must be provided along with a minimum two (2) side rearview mirrors.

11. TRANSPORT RIGGING

11.1. WEIGHT CENTERLINE: The weight centerline, in the transport position, computed with full fuel tank and bucket resting on the ground, without operator, must be clearly marked on each side of the unit with a green vertical line a minimum 3 inches wide and 5 inches high. (This is for safe loading onto trailers).

11.2. TIE-DOWN POINTS: A minimum four tie down points must be furnished or identified for safely securing the unit during trailer transport. Each tie down point must be located as close as practicable to each of the unit’s lower four corners. The tie down points must have a minimum aggregate rated strength of one and one-half times the unit’s gross weight. If lashing (D) rings are provided, the rings must accommodate a 1/2-inch, grade 80, grab hook.

11.3. An illustration or diagram depicting the recommended tie down points required for the unit to comply with the Texas Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Section 393.102 must be furnished. The illustration must depict the equipment in the transport position and may include all possible equipment structures (bucket, tracks, frame, axles, etc.) suitable for tie down, but must identify the four tie down points described in Part II, Para. 11.2 of this specification. This illustration may be a part of the equipment manuals or furnished separately.

11.4. In the course of the instructional training required in Part I, Para. 13 of this specification, the factory trained instructor must point out the weight centerline marking and all tie down points to the Customer personnel attending the course.

11.5. The transport height and overall weight of the unit, as delivered, including standard equipment and all specified options, must be stenciled in 2 inches high green letters and numerals on each side of the unit in a conspicuous location.

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EXAMPLE: Transport Height = 10 feet 9 inches Weight = 48,500 pounds

12. SAFETY PLAQUES OR DECALS

12.1. Product safety plaques or decals must be furnished and affixed at the operator's station and at any hazardous area. The safety plaques or decals must describe the nature of the hazard, level of hazard seriousness, how to avoid the hazard, and the consequence of human interaction with the hazard. Permanent plaques are preferred to decals. Type, size and location of product safety plaques or decals must be in accordance with current ANSI Z535.4 standard.

12.2. A permanent lubrication plaque must be furnished and must be visible from the outside of the unit. The plaque must notate all lubrication points and recommended periodic oil change and lubrication intervals.

13. INSTRUCTION ON SAFETY, OPERATION AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: For each delivered location, the vendor must provide the services of a competent factory trained technician thoroughly trained in the use and operation of the unit to TxDOT for a minimum of 8 hours instruction on safety, operation and preventive maintenance of the unit. Services must be provided after the unit has been delivered and is ready for operation but prior to payment. The training must take place on the Customer’s premises at a time and date mutually agreed upon by the vendor and Customer.

14. PAINTING: The unit must be painted with lead free paint except for glass, rubber and those accessories or fixtures constructed of rust-resistant or plated material not normally painted. Cab structures may be painted manufacturer’s standard grey or black color.

Lead paint is not acceptable.

15. MANUAL(S): Original manual(s) in paper format must be delivered with the unit. It is requested but not required that the manual be printed on recycled paper. Manuals provided in electronic format will be acceptable. Manuals must include:

15.1. An illustrated parts list(s) coving all components of the unit identifying parts by part number, description and component location.

15.2. Hydraulic schematics.

15.3. Electrical schematics.

15.4. All necessary operating instructions and maintenance procedures for the unit and engine(s).

15.5. The following additional information must be provided by the vendor at time of delivery if it is not included in the manual(s) required above.

15.5.1. Manufacturer's recommended service/preventive maintenance intervals.

15.5.2. Recommended fluids, lubricants and their SAE equivalents.

NOTE: OVERHAUL/TECHNICAL MANUALS ARE NOT REQUIRED UNLESS

SPECIFIED ON THE SOLICITATION.

16. SERVICE POINT ACCESSIBILITY: All lubrication and frequent service items must be readily and easily accessible to the operator/technician.

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17. REPLACEMENT FILTERS AND BELTS: A complete set of replacement filters and belts must be provided for each unit furnished to this specification. Each filter and belt must be labeled with the equipment manufacturer's part number as shown in the manufacturer's parts book and must be furnished at the time of delivery. ONLY OEM FILTERS AND

BELTS ARE ACCEPTABLE.

17.1. The set of filters must include air, fuel, oil, hydraulic, etc., filters used on the equipment.

17.2. The set of belts must include alternator, water pump, power steering, etc., belts used on the equipment.

17.3. The Filter and Belt Identification Forms should be completed and submitted in duplicate for informational purposes only. The form can be found at www.dot.state.tx.us/gsd/purchasing/purchasing.htm.

18. MANUFACTURER'S STATEMENT OF ORIGIN (MSO): Vendor must furnish MSO to the receiving district with each unit at time of delivery. CUSTOMERS WILL NOT ACCEPT

THE UNIT AND PROCESS PAYMENT WITHOUT THE MSO.

PART II

WARRANTY

1. WARRANTY: The unit of equipment must be warranted against all defects in material and workmanship for a period of not less than 12 months or 1,200 hours of use, whichever comes first, and must cover 100% parts and labor for the entire unit. If manufacturer's standard warranty period exceeds 12 months or 1,200 hours, then the standard warranty period must be in effect. The warranty must begin on the date the unit is determined to meet specifications and is accepted into Customer's fleet.

2. INTENT: During the warranty period the vendor must be responsible for labor, materials, and other costs as outlined below associated with required warranty repair. It is the intent of this warranty that the vendor performs warranty repair work. At the Customer's option, Customer may perform minor warranty repairs to the unit at the vendor's expense.

2.1. EXCLUSIONS: The Customer will assume the expense for lubricating oils, hydraulic fluids, greases, filters, fuels, antifreeze, batteries, lights, hoses, belts, cleaning, painting and other minor items normally consumed in day-to-day operations (other than manufacturer’s defects). Customer will assume responsibility for cost of repairs resulting from collision, theft, vandalism, operator negligence or acts of God.

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2.2. EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE: It is the Customer's policy to maintain the equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's published recommendations.

2.3. MINOR WARRANTY REPAIRS: It is the intent of this warranty that the vendor performs minor warranty repairs; however, at the Customer's option, warranty repairs deemed by Customer to be minor in nature may be performed by TxDOT at the vendor's expense. Parts required for repairs made by the Customer will be OEM parts and obtained from the vendor or any commercial source, at no cost to the Customer. Only the actual time required for repairs will be reimbursed. Mechanic's travel time, diagnosis time, etc. will not be included.

Reimbursement by the vendor to the Customer for the cost of warranty repairs will be computed as follows:

2.3.1. Labor: Labor for warranty repairs will be calculated at the composite rate for the mechanic in effect at the time of the warranty repairs. Labor rate will not exceed $40.00 per hour. The time allowed for each repair will be determined by the manufacturer's standard time schedule. Manufacturer's time schedule must be furnished to the receiving district with the unit at the time of delivery (if available). If a manufacturer's time schedule is not available, the actual time for repairs, as noted above, will be used.

2.3.2. Warranty Repair Claims: Warranty repairs will be accumulated electronically on TxDOT repair orders using Fleet Management software and will be billed from same, unless the vendor prefers to have claims processed on their standard forms.

2.3.3. Parts: Replaced parts will be held 30 calendar days and will be available for inspection by the vendor or authorized representative. Copies of invoices for all parts will be provided to the vendor. The cost of parts other than those furnished to the Customer at no cost by the vendor will be billed at actual cost.

2.3.4. Billing and Payment for Warranty Repair Expenses: Costs for minor warranty repairs will be accumulated, including labor, and replacement parts (if not provided). Reimbursement payment must be made within 30 calendar days of the billing date.

2.4. MAJOR WARRANTY REPAIRS: When major warranty repairs are required, the Customer will notify a representative of the vendor's representative. Major warranty repair work for the purpose of this specification means major repairs to the engine, hydraulic pump(s) and motors, planetary final drives and repairs to any other major components of the unit. Diagnosis of the actual repairs required will be the responsibility of the vendor. The unit will be made available at a Customer facility within 100-mile radius of the FOB point shown on the purchase order. The repair work may be performed by the vendor or its authorized representative.

2.4.1. At the vendor's option the unit may be taken by the vendor to a commercial repair facility. The vendor must be responsible for the cost of the round-trip transportation of the unit to and from that location.

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2.4.2. If mutually agreed upon between the vendor and the Customer, the Customer may transport the unit to the vendor's location or authorized repair facility (within boundaries of the state of Texas). The cost of equipment and manpower necessary to haul the unit for the round trip will be billed back to the vendor at the rental rate of the equipment and composite hourly rate for the driver in effect at the time for the equipment required. The composite hourly rate for the driver will not exceed $30.00 per hour. Rental rate for the truck and trailer will not exceed $0.80 per mile for the truck and $8.00 per hour for the trailer.

3. RESPONSE TIME: Warranty repair action must begin within two working days after notification is made to the vendor for need of warranty repairs. A representative of the vendor’s Texas dealer will be notified by telephone. The vendor must notify the Customer immediately of any changes in this location and/or telephone number. The warranty repairs should be completed, and the unit returned to the Customer (or picked up by the Customer at the vendor's expense as outlined above) within a reasonable period of time. For the purpose of the specification eight working days is defined as a reasonable period of time. Excessive delays incurred for the performance of warranty repairs by the vendor may adversely affect the vendor's status as a qualified respondent.

3.1. BILLING AND PAYMENT FOR WARRANTY REPAIR EXPENSES: Cost will be accumulated for transportation of the unit by the Customer to the vendor's location or authorized repair facility. Payment for transportation costs as provided for in this section must be made within 30 calendar days of the billing date.

3.2. PARTS AND SERVICE: The manufacturer of the equipment furnished must have an authorized dealer within the state of Texas. The authorized dealer must have factory-trained personnel available for warranty repairs and the performance of service. The dealer must also maintain an inventory of high-usage parts and a quick source for low-usage parts.

PART III

OPTIONS

Optional equipment must be identified on the solicitation to be required. Let it be known that some optional equipment or a combination of certain options listed below may cause certain maximum requirements of the base spec specified above in Part I to be exceeded.

1. OPTION NO. 1: 24-INCH TO 26-INCH TRENCHING BUCKET - Bucket must be minimum

24 inches to maximum 26 inches wide and have replaceable type digging teeth.

2. OPTION NO. 2: 30-INCH TO 36-INCH GENERAL PURPOSE BUCKET - Bucket must be minimum 30 inches to maximum 36 inches wide and have replaceable type digging teeth.

3. OPTION NO. 3: 42-INCH TO 48-INCH GENERAL PURPOSE BUCKET - Bucket must be minimum 42 inches to maximum 48 inches wide and have replaceable type digging teeth.

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4. OPTION NO. 4: 60-INCH TO 67-INCH DITCHING BUCKET - Bucket must be minimum 60 inches to maximum 67 inches wide and have a full width straight smooth edge for ditch forming and clean-out type operations.

NOTE: All bucket options must have a quick connect/detach capability.

5. OPTION NO. 5: HYDRAULICALLY OPERATED PAVEMENT BREAKER - The unit must be equipped with a hydraulically operated pavement breaker of a size and capacity as normally provided by the manufacturer. A coupler and all hardware necessary for installing the breaker to the rotating coupler of the excavator must be provided. All hoses, clamps, fittings and quick disconnects necessary for connection to the excavator's auxiliary hydraulic tool circuit must be furnished. Breaker must be model recommended by breaker manufacturer for operating weight of excavator. One parts book and service manual must be provided with each unit at time of delivery. The pavement breaker must meet the following minimum requirements:

- Impact Class: Minimum 700-foot pounds

- Blows per Minute: Minimum 1,300

- Breaker Static Weight: Minimum 1,200 pounds

6. OPTION NO. 6: COLD WEATHER STARTING AID - In addition to the preheater type starting aid referenced in Part I, Para. 4.13 the engine must be equipped with an engine block cooling system heater.

EXAMPLE: Hot Start 110 Volts or CPA Approve Equal

7. OPTION NO. 7: AUTOMATIC LUBRICATION SYSTEM

7.1. In lieu of the lubrication manifold required in Part I, Para. 10.7 of this specification, unit must be equipped with an automatic grease lubrication system to lubricate all applicable bushing and bearing points while the unit is in operation. The system must consist of an electrically operated pump with low level and system malfunction feedback device with cab-mounted light, grease reservoir, return to reservoir grease relief valve, and series progressive divider valves containing no elastomer (rubber) seals.

7.2. The feedback device must incorporate a cab-mounted light to signal line blockage or system malfunction and low reservoir level. All valves must have a manual lubrication override provision.

7.3. The system must be designed to pump NLGI # 2 grade shop grease. The reservoir must be sized to provide grease for a minimum of two days in severe-service applications before requiring refilling. Reservoir level must be easily visible to operator either from the ground or the cab/operator’s station.

7.4. All hoses and fixtures must be mounted and routed out of walkways and areas exposed to brush and debris while in operation or transport.

7.5. Plumbing must consist of high pressure (3,000 psi minimum) fittings and hose. Hard tubing is acceptable where applicable. Nylon tubing is prohibited.

EXAMPLE: Lincoln Quicklube Auto-Lube

Groeneveld Twin HD Auto-Lube System

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8. OPTION NO. 8: LONG ARM – In lieu of arm described in Part I, Para. 7.1, the unit must come with the manufacturer’s long or extended arm measuring a minimum 9’ 10” long.

If required by the manufacturer, the unit must be equipped with a long track crawler undercarriage.

9. OPTION NO. 9: GRAPPLE ATTACHMENT - An all-steel grapple attachment must be provided with the unit to grasp, hold and dump various types of brush and debris. Grapple must be model recommended by grapple manufacturer for operating weight of excavator.

All components necessary to properly mount and operate the attachment must be furnished with the unit.

EXAMPLE: LaBounty HDR Series Grapples

Genesis GSD Series Grapples or CPA Approved Equal

10. OPTION NO. 10: EXTRA SET OF MANUALS - In addition to the manuals required in Part I, Para. 15, one extra set of operators, service and parts manuals must be provided at time of delivery.

11. OPTION NO. 11: COMPLETE SET OF OVERHAUL MANUALS - In addition to the manuals required in Part I, Para. 15 (and Option No. 11, if specified), one complete set of specialized major overhaul/technical manuals for the engine, transmission, hydraulic system, electrical system, etc., must be provided at time of delivery.

12. OPTION NO. 12: THUMB ATTACHMENT – The unit must come with a hydraulically operated thumb as normally furnished by the manufacturer. All components necessary to operate the attachment must be furnished with the unit. The requirement of a hydraulic rotation coupler specified in Part I, Para. 7.2, will not be available with this option but will require a hydraulic coupler.

13. OPTION NO. 13: OEM REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEM: Manufacturer’s proprietary system must be provided with a minimum 3-year subscription. System must monitor remotely the equipment location, engine hours, fuel usage and must alert when any maintenance is due or diagnostic trouble codes are generated.

14. OPTION NO. 14: - LOW GROUND PRESSURE – In lieu of the standard track shoe configuration specified in Part I, Para. 5.1, the unit must come with A low ground pressure (LGP) track shoe configuration consisting of a minimum 27.5” shoes.