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WILDLAND BRUSH/FIRST ATTACK FIRE APPARATUS

Fort Hood, TX

February 18, 2019

MINIMIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

The following Specifications are to provide for a custom built Wildland Brush/First Attack Fire Apparatus to be installed by the manufacturer on a 2020 International HV507chassis cab that is to be supplied by. The custom-built service maintenance type body to be fabricated from heavy channel iron frame, 12-gauge premium sheet steel with welded seams. Overall bed dimensions to be 96-inches, with a no load ground clearance of 26- inches from the bottom of the apparatus to the ground. Only the Fire Chief may approve modifications and/or exceptions to these minimum specifications.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES___NO ___

Compliance to Standards This vehicle shall meet or exceed State and Federal Motor Vehicle Standards. This vehicle shall be considered 100% "compliant" to applicable NFPA #1906 standards.

Please note: NFPA 1906 14.1.1 (2012) states that “Each crew riding position shall be within a fully enclosed personnel area”.

This apparatus shall have two 79” high “fire attack operational areas” on either side of the “transverse walkway” directly behind the chassis cab. These areas shall be considered 100% “compliant” with the side impact and crush standards of SAE International Surface Vehicle Standard SAE #J1194 for roll-over protective structures. These areas shall be used only while the apparatus is in actual “fire attack” operations “on scene”. These areas are designed to allow standing while the vehicle is moving under 15 miles per hour. The occupants must be harnessed and belted during movement in these areas. The areas must not be occupied during transport mode or traveling to or from a fire scene. All occupants must be seated and belted within the cab during such modes.

Please note: The following equipment must be provided on the vehicle prior to the vehicle being placed in service in order for the vehicle to be considered 100% “compliant” to applicable NFPA #1906 standards.

The purchaser may choose to add the following equipment as an option or supply it themselves.

1. AED

2. Traffic cones and safety vests.

3. Wheel chocks.

4. Fire extinguishers.

5. First aid kit.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

FRAME

There is to be no exception to the frame material (steel only ~ NO aluminum). Aluminum style bed will jeopardize the integrity of the steel body frame design. The uni-structured body/frame design allows the ATROPS (Apparatus Transverse Rollover Protection System) to be incorporated using six (6) sides of steel protection.

The long sills in the apparatus frame (main stringers) will be constructed from 6-inch 9-lb. per foot steel channel. When possible, full-length channels are to be used and steel cross channels (3-inches) are to be securely welded in place using fabrication jigs for accuracy.

The frame design will be welded to allow the lowest center of gravity possible for the tank. The tank will be recessed into the deck of the apparatus. This frame design will allow a maximum height of 31-inches from the top of chassis frame to the top of the water tank.

The frame will be welded at 230-AMP minimum to allow excellent penetration and strength.

The main frame will be painted to prevent rust between deck, crosslay and any other part of the structure before it is welded to the frame.

There will be four (4) mounting plated located one (1) each corner of the fire bed which allows the bed to flex in rough terrain. The two (2) front mounting plates, one (1) per side, will be 6-inch x 12-inch (one on each side) and are made from 3/8 inch thick flat steel welded to the 6-inch channel irons at the front of the apparatus. These plates use existing chassis frame mounting holes if available. The front mounting plates will be attached to the frame with two (2) 1/2-inch grade 8 bolts per plate.

The rear mounting plates will be attached to the frame with four (4) 1/2” grade 8 bolts, for a total of 12 bolts. The 9-inch x 10-inch rear mounting plates (two (2) per side) are made from 3/8-inch flat steel and will be welded to the rear of the apparatus frame. These plates also weld to the rear bumper to provide superior strength and use existing holes in the chassis frame to secure bed to apparatus.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

3 x 10 REAR BUMPER

A custom fabricated, heavy-duty steel rear bumper will be made of 3-inch x 10-inch x 1/4-inch rectangular tubing. The rectangular tubing will be laid flat on the ten inch side. This is coated with a bed liner product. A sheet of steel tread plate will be welded to the back edge of the tubing to enclose the area between the tubing and the underneath side of the bed. The bumper will extend 7-inches from the back of the boxes providing maximum protection to the rear of the apparatus. The bumper assembly will be mounted directly to the truck and bed frames and have a receiver attached to the tubing.

The bumper is equipped with four (4) flush mounted, red LED turn signal lights, and two (2) clear LED back up lights, completely sealed in a Lexan housing and lens. These lights will be cut into tread plate bumper at a 45-degree angle, with 6-1/2-inch 90-degree centers. There will be three (3) flush-mounted rectangular mini thin line sealed LED clearance lights completely sealed and waterproof mounted in a rubber grommet. The mini thin sealed LED’s will be installed in the center to indicate an 8-foot or wider vehicle, which meets DOT standards.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

APPARATUS TRANSVERSE ROLL-OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM

Directly aft of the chassis cab, the apparatus body shall have an integrated roll-over protection system which complies with the side impact and crush standards of SAE International Surface Vehicle Standard SAE #J1194 for “Rollover Protective Structures for Wheeled Agricultural Tractors”.

The roll-over protection structure shall be steel as required for compliance. Due to safety concerns for fire fighters, the structure must meet the aforementioned standards without exception. The body manufacturer must list a minimum of ten (10) previously manufactured similar units presently in service that meet this standard. In addition, bidder must submit both engineering drawings and digital photos of such installations.

Two (2) 79" high “fire attack operational areas” shall be installed, one (1) each side behind the cab as part of a “transverse walkway”. The areas shall be used only while the apparatus is in actual “fire attack” operations “on scene”. These areas are designed to allow standing while the vehicle is moving under 15 miles per hour. The occupants must be harnessed and belted during movement in these areas. The areas must not be used during transport mode or traveling to or from a fire scene. All occupants must be seated and belted within the cab during such modes.

The two (2) 79” high “fire attack operational areas” shall have a working area approximately 30” width (front to back) x 21.5” deep (left to right). The areas also function as steps and shall accommodate bunker-geared firefighters with transverse passageway to either side of the apparatus.

The two (2) 79” high “fire attack operational areas” on each side of the “transverse walkway” shall have floor areas constructed of 12 gauge pickled and oiled non-removable “Grip Strut” safety grating (#8 DIA 18.75” x 1.5”). Aluminum tread plate “kick panels” shall be installed on the vertical walls in these areas to minimize or avoid paint scratches. The vertical panels, when removed, shall allow access to the body mounting bolts.

A “pump control operational area” shall be installed between the two 79” high areas as part of the “transverse walkway” behind the cab. This area does not meet the side impact and crush standards of SAE International Surface Vehicle Standard SAE #J1194 for Rollover Protective Structures and shall not be occupied while the apparatus is in motion. This area shall only be used when the apparatus is stationary in “fire attack” operations “on scene”.

The “pump control operational area” shall have a working area of approximately 30” width (front to back) x 44” deep (left to right). The area is raised approximately 20” from the side step areas to allow 360 degree visibility. This area shall accommodate bunker-geared firefighters with access to the top mount pump control panel. All pump controls shall be located in the top mount pump panel which shall be positioned such that it does not obstruct movement within the “transverse walkway”.

The “pump control operational area” shall have a floor area constructed of 12 gauge pickled and oiled non-removable “Grip Strut” safety grating (#8 DIA 18.75” x 1.5”).

Applicable warning placards shall be installed in each of the two (2) 79” high “fire attack operational areas” on each side of the “transverse walkway”.

The forward-most roll-over protection structure assembly or “headache rack” directly behind the chassis cab shall be fabricated with an external framework of 2” x 11 gauge continuous steel square tubing. The assembly shall have four (4) smooth hydraulically bent corners creating the 88” wide outside frame and forms a 42” wide x 19” high cab window frame. . There will be two (2) oval LED work lights incorporated into the headache rack to light the ATROPS area as well as a handrail bar between the work lights. The rear sides of the work lights where the wiring runs will be protected by bright aluminum tread plate covers.

The internal frame of the “headache rack” shall be fabricated of 2” x 11 gauge steel square tubing. The “headache rack” assembly shall be welded to the apparatus steel substructure to meet the aforementioned side impact and crush standards of SAE International Surface Vehicle Standard SAE #J1194 for the “apparatus transverse roll-over protection system”. Aluminum shall not be an acceptable substitution for steel, as this feature requires a steel structure to meet the aforementioned standards.

The lower portion of the “headache rack” shall be covered with .125” bright aluminum tread plate. This aluminum cover plate shall be one laser cut piece extended across the width of the “headache rack”. This piece shall also function to cover the vertical surface inside the two (2) 79” high “fire attack operational areas”. This cover plate shall be secured by stainless steel fasteners.

The rear-most roll-over protection structure assembly directly behind the “transverse walkway” shall be fabricated of 2” x 11 gauge steel square tubing. Two (2) “inverted u-shapes” on each side of the apparatus shall be tied together with a 2” x 11 gauge steel square tube for pump control panel support. Two (2) 2” x 11 gauge steel square tubing units shall be installed on either side of the tank compartment; welded from the “inverted u-shapes” to the steel tread plate deck surface. In addition, two (2) 2” x 11 gauge steel square tubing units shall be welded to the outer-most support of the “inverted u-shapes” down to the floor of the 79” high “fire attack operational areas” on each side of the apparatus to support the “safety gates”. The “inverted u-shapes” shall be welded directly to the apparatus steel substructure to meet the aforementioned side impact and crush standards of SAE International Surface Vehicle Standard SAE #J1194 for the “apparatus transverse roll-over protection system”. Aluminum shall not be an acceptable substitution for steel, as this feature requires a steel structure to meet the aforementioned standards.

Two (2) 1.5” x 11 gauge steel tubing units shall be installed over each of the two (2) 79” high “fire attack operational areas”. These tubes shall be angled from the top of the “headache rack” to the top of the rear-most roll-over protection structure assembly directly behind the “transverse walkway”. These tubes shall be constructed in a way such that they do not obstruct motion from the two (2) 79” high step areas into the “pump control operational area”. These tubes shall be required to meet the aforementioned side impact and crush standards of SAE International Surface Vehicle Standard SAE #J1194 for the “apparatus transverse roll-over protection system”. Aluminum shall not be an acceptable substitution for steel, as this feature requires a steel structure to meet the aforementioned standards.

The light bar mounting platform shall be constructed of steel tube and bolted directly to the headache rack with ample clearance from the top of the chassis cab. The mounting platform shall have a brush guard over the light bar integrated into the structure. The light bar mounting platform and light bar shall be removable with electrical connections of "plug and play" design.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

RESTRAINT/FULL BODY HARNESS

Restraint is a 4 point full body harness restraint system. This allows a firefighter to operate within the ATROPS from a seated or standing position. The equipment includes: two sets of three retractors per side and one 4-point body harness.

The difference between being strapped into your seat by a standard car seatbelt vs. the Restraint is the mobility it provides to the firefighter. The Restraint acts like a seatbelt by letting you move normally, but when sudden unexpected movement occurs, the three retractors will lock into place restraining you from being thrown forward or upward. Whether you are in a seated or standing position, it will greatly reduce the possibility of being ejected from the fire apparatus.

Specifications

This is a custom-built 4 point harness featuring (4) inline adjusters to accommodate for a wide range of sizes, a chrome plated lift latch quick release buckle system, shoulder pads for comfort, (3) “D” rings for easy “on & off” restraint capability, and utilizing high visibility webbing for safety and ease of recognition.

The retraction system in the assembly makes use of covered automotive manufactured-quality web sensitive emergency locking retractors that release when you need extension, retract into their housing when not in use, and lock down as the webbing spools out quickly to keep you in place and safe.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

PRE-CONNECTED CROSSLAY

A pre-connected crosslay hose bed will be lined with Superliner or equivalent to prevent chipping of paint, rust and premature hose unloading. The 1-1/2-inch pre-connected cross lay hose bed is accessible from both driver a passenger sides as well as from the ATROPS crosswalk area. A swivel connection will allow the hose to be pulled free without kinking at the connection. This crosslay is ground accessible from approximately 38-inches up from the ground.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

CORASHIELD UNDERCOATING

The underneath side of the fire bed will be coated with Corashield.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

SAFETY GATES

Powder coated (Safety Yellow) inward swinging safety gates are installed on each side of the transverse walkway. The safety gates will have an opening not to exceed 200 square inches.

Walkway gates each have positive locking latches, capable of being operated with a gloved hand or booted foot.

Construction of the gates will consist of an outside rail (1-1/4-inch 11-gauge square tubing) with five (5) formed continuous bends creating an inward curved corner safety gate with three (3) 1-inch square 11-gauge cross tubes. Minimum height of top bar of the gates is 52-inches. These gates are specifically designed to prevent outward swing in the event of latch failure or “gate stop” breakage.

The looped gate design allows for an unobstructed use of the whipline. From the forward seated position in the crosswalk, the firefighter can remain harnessed and still fight fires across a large expanse of area. The spray pattern from this position can be 0-degrees to 120-degrees plus from either side of the walkway, depending on which side the firefighter is seated. A 120-degree pattern meaning that the nozzle can be aimed forward, shot through a 12-inch slot through the gate toward the chassis front and moved continuously in a sweeping motion (120-degrees perpendicular).

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

MUD FLAPS

Mud flaps will be mounted behind the rear dual wheels. A bracket that is incorporated into the bed of the fire apparatus will hold the mud flaps. The exhaust tailpipe will be moved to keep the mud flaps from burning.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

BODY

The body is to be constructed of 12-gauge premium sheet steel with brake formed and welded seams. The completed apparatus structure is to be free of sharp edges and exposed nuts and bolts that could cause injury. No aluminum is incorporated into the super structure of this bed.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

TANKVISION WATER LEVEL INDICATOR

A TankVision water level indicator will be installed in the pump panel.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

1,000-GALLON POLY TANK

The tank will be 1,000-gallon capacity and is created by hand from polypropylene material that is several times stronger than standard polypropylene. The welds on the tank penetrate 100% throughout the thickness of the plastic sheet and are 16% stronger than the polypropylene sheet itself.

The tank will have a 6-inch deep x 26-inch x 20-inch drop sump in the front, not included in the 800 gallons with a 3-inch drain in the tank bottom. The sump will allow 100% usage of water capacity of the tank with the pump at 120 GPM. NO EXCEPTION.

The tank will have cross and length baffles to form six (6) compartments. A fill tower of approximately 10-inch x 10-inch x 9-inch will be located in the passenger side front corner. Other features include a hinged lid on the fill tower, stainless steel strainer basket, anti-swirl plate, 3-inch suction fitting, suction tube to the sump, drain plug, removable lifting eye and a limited lifetime warranty.

The company that builds this tank has been 99.993% defect free in the last ten (10) years. If the tank does have a defect, the MANUFACTURER of the tank will personally come to your location within 48 hours (in the continental USA) to get the truck back in service.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

PUMP PANEL

This pump panel has been CNC laser cut for accuracy, cleanliness, smoothness of the five lever slots, gauges and controls. A 43-degree bend provides a more direct view for pump panel operation.

Two shielded surface mount LED lights will provide illumination for pump panel operator. The top of the pump panel is equipped with a hinged lid and three (3) removable sides for easy access for service and maintenance of foam injection system and controls. The finish will be GFH-620-W2 Mist Gray Wrinkle to cut down on light or sun reflection for the pump operator.

The pump control panel shall be mounted in the walkway area and have the following functions; start/stop switch, choke, pressure and throttle control. If a foam system or CAFS option is chosen those controls and components are also in the pump panel.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

PLUMBING

The control valves mounted in the panel are as follows: 1-1/2-inch pre-connect for crosslay, 1-inch tank fill and a 1-inch whip lines. All pressure valves shall be heavy duty swing out quarter turn style. All pressure valve handles will be chrome-plated steel with a color coded knob. All of the controls and functions are to be labeled. All plumbing will be high-pressure pipe or hose.

All discharges will originate from a square tubing manifold with a minimum of 3-inch x 1/4-inch thick square tubing to prevent friction loss.

There will be one (1) 2-1/2 inch quarter turn valve from the tank to the pump.

The suction line for drafting and hydrant use is to be 2-1/2-inches with a valve, suction adapter, 30-degree turn down and chrome plug with chain. (There are a total of two (2) valves on the suction side of the pump.)

There will be one (1) 2-1/2 inch quarter turn valve from pump to draft. With both valves open it will function as a 2-1/2 inch quick fill.

A 1/4-inch full time bypass line will be installed to prevent pump overheating.

All steel or stainless steel plumbing will be pressure tested to 200 PSI prior to installation.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

PUMP

The pump shall be a Rowe RPM2/K19 powered by a reliable state of the art air cooled Kohler 19-HP, overhead valve (OHV), electronic fuel injection engine. The engine has an electric start with a recoil backup to insure starting under all circumstances.

The pump will use from the chassis fuel tank when possible. This application will have an electric fuel pump installed. When not plumbed to the chassis fuel tank, there will be a fuel tank that holds 6 gallons of fuel.

The pump performance from tank shall be 200 GPM @ 100 PSI, and 300 GPM @ 25 PSI. The pump will have a hand priming system as well as a 1/4-inch full time bypass line installed to prevent pump overheating. The impeller is equipped with the following: a high strength corrosion resistant bronze (fully enclosed), double hubbed to balance hydraulic thrust, mechanically balanced to eliminate vibration. The wear rings are long wearing bronze. They are easy to replace when required to restore original pump efficiency. The shaft sleeve is made of high strength stainless steel. The shaft seal is a spring-loaded mechanical type. The pump will have a 3-inch inlet and 2-1/2-inch discharge fitting.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

APPROVED DOT RUNNING LIGHTS

Approved dot running lights (AL-91AB) amber and (AL-91RB) red Mini Thin Line sealed LED marker/clearance lights will be installed by the manufacturer in (A-91GB) Grommets for shock and vibration protection in addition to all other emergency lighting.

The rear bumper is equipped with four (4) flush mounted, red LED turn signal lights, and two (2) clear LED back up lights, completely sealed in a Lexan housing and lens. These lights will be cut into tread plate bumper at a 45-degree angle, with 6-1/2-inch 90-degree centers. There will be three (3) flush-mounted rectangular mini thin line sealed LED clearance lights completely sealed and waterproof mounted in a rubber grommet. The mini thin sealed LED’s will be installed in the center to indicate an 8-foot or wider vehicle, which meets DOT standards.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

COMMERCIAL CHASSIS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The commercial chassis electrical system will be provided as furnished by the original manufacturer. A customized interface will be provided and designed, so as not to disturb any of the required chassis functions. The necessary interfaces will only be provided in areas where load management is allowed or with accessory components provided on the chassis.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

12 VOLT BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

All electrical lines in the body will be protected by automatic circuit breakers, conveniently located to permit ease of service. Flashers, heavy solenoids and other major electrical controls will be located in a central area near the circuit breakers.

All lines will be color-coded or function coded every 3-inches, easy to identify, oversized for the intended loads and installed in accordance with a detailed diagram. Wiring will be carefully protected from weather elements and snagging. Heavy-duty loom will be used for the entire length.

In order to minimize the risk of heat damage, wires run in the engine compartment area will be carefully installed and suitably protected.

All electrical equipment will be installed to conform to the latest federal standards as outlined in NFPA 1901.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

DEDICATED GROUNDS

All grounds will terminate directly at the battery as well as in parallel at all lighting brackets which are frame grounded. Ground screws at lighting brackets shall be #10-24 stainless steel screws welded to the bracket, insuring a good ground to all electrical components even in the event of a ground failure. The bed will ground directly to the chassis frame using a ground strap fastened to a stainless steel bolt that is welded to each frame. All electric components will in turn have a double or more ground termination. NO EXCEPTIONS

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

BODY ELECTRICAL JUNCTION COMPARTMENT

An electric junction compartment will be installed inside the chassis’s cab for a controlled atmosphere environment. A removable panel will be provided for access to this compartment.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

MASTER DISCONNECT SWITCH

A master disconnect switch will be installed for added electrical equipment. The switch will work through the chassis ignition system. When the key is turned on, it will allow the electrical system to operate for the apparatus. This allows the system to be shut off by the driver to avoid errors from not switching off the system and eliminates accidental battery run down. NO EXCEPTIONS.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

EMERGENCY LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

The Light bar will be a Whelen 56” LED Justice Light bar (JE2NFPA) with a total of eight (8) red and two (2) clear LED flashers. Configuration is: Red/White/Red each forward side and red LED flashers on the front and rear corners. They will meet NFPA standards for lighting of fire apparatus.

Headlight alternating flashers shall be Able 2 model 03.W3126.

The siren will be a Whelen model 295SLSA1 with a SA315P projector speaker. The controls for the siren will be located in the steering wheel. This enables the driver to turn on, turn off and change tones without taking his eyes from the road.

The pump panel is illuminated with two (2) LED dome lights. LED Ground effect/work lighting will be installed underneath the apparatus in the front (if bumper grille guard option is chosen), center and rear on both sides of vehicle. . Illuminated LED work lighting will be installed in the walkway (in the headache rack) and pump area.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

BACK-UP ALARM

A solid-state back-up alarm (97DB type C) will be provided and installed at the rear of the apparatus. The back-up alarm will activate automatically when the transmission is placed in reverse gear and the ignition is "on".

MEET OR EXCEED: YES___NO ___

REFLECTIVE STRIPING

The side of the body and chassis shall be marked with white 3M 4-inch reflective striping.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

2nd RESTRAIN/FULL BODY HARNESS A 2nd full body harness will be installed on apparatus. This will allow for a harness at either/both fire attack positions in crosswalk.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

FOUR (4) TANK STATUS LED INDICATOR (Two (2) locations)

Four (4) LED Tank Status Lights; four colors green, blue, amber and red, provide bright easy to identify indication of water tank status. This option will include a mini slave. Individual switching control for each color. Mounted vertically, locations to be determined by Fire Department. Typically one per side (driver/passenger).

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

TWO (2) 1” WHIP LINES IN CROSSWALK

Two (2) 1-inch x 10-foot whip lines will be installed in crosswalk.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

Pump Panel Compartment STORAGE In some cases a storage compartment can be constructed in the pump panel to store face shields, headsets, etc.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

TWO (2) SIDE COMPARTMENTS (BESIDE TANK)

Straight boxes can be installed on both sides of apparatus. The length and depth of the compartments will be determined by the make and model of the chassis and the tank size. The compartments will have two openings per side.

All compartments and doors are to be weather stripped to insure weather resistant compartments. Compartment bottoms are to be a sweep out design for easy cleaning by sweeping or washing and still allow for completely sealed compartments when the doors are properly closed. The compartment floors are to be covered with Turtle Tile style compartment matting. It consists of interlocking squares that are 12-inches x 12-inches x 3/4-inch thick. The interior of compartments shall be painted with spatter type paint. All aluminum compartment doors are made of 0.125 (1/8-inch) thick aluminum and will be flush mounted upward swing for visibility and access. (Lap doors not acceptable) The construction of the doors will have inner ribbing with laminated backs for superior door strength. Aluminum door backs are to be satin polished for increased light distribution to the inside the compartments. Continuous polished stainless steel hinges with 1/4-inch hinge pins will be used on all doors. Polished stainless steel flush mounted D-handles (No.79-L-SS) with primary and secondary latching rotary locks (No.459 Rotary) on all doors. Gas filled cylinder closures #SPD-2300 or equivalent will be used on all up swinging doors. There will be 3M Scotchlite reflective tape (900 candlepower; 90-degree reflectivity) applied to the truck. (This tape complies with NHTSA and DOT-C2.) The tape will be located on the inside edge of each flush mounted door to increase visibility of open door at night.

The compartments will have work lighting that is wired to automatically come on when the doors are open. Inside the cab of the vehicle there will be a red (Whelen RSRO2ZCR LED strobe), open-door indicator light mounted In view of the driver.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

LOWER FRONT STORAGE BOXES (RIGHT/LEFT)

These boxes are located behind the walkway, underneath the bed, one per side (driver/passenger). The approximate dimensions of these boxes are 26-inches deep x 48-inches wide x 20-inches high. This box is covered with bright aluminum tread plate and includes a bright aluminum tread plate door.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

CUSTOM FRONT BUMPER/GRILLE GUARD

Unitized construction of the front bumper/grille guard will be fabricated with 2-inch square tubing x 3/16-inch wall thickness. Winch mounting brackets are 2-inch x 2-inch x 3/8-inch steel angle. The grille guard/light protection will be fabricated with 1-1/2- inch round 11-gauge steel tubing. Mandrel bends will be used in forming the bumper assembly. The completed bumper assembly will be powder coated textured black.

The front bumper/grille guard will accommodate an 8,000 lb. or 12,000 lb. winch.

3M Scotchlite reflective tape with 900 candlepower and 90-degree reflectivity will be applied to the bumper. (This tape complies with NHTSA and DOT-C2.) The bumper grille guard without winch will not exceed any more than 7-inches longer than the factory bumper.

Two (2) red 500 Series LED strobe lighting will be installed in bumper grille guard. The front bumper grille guard will have two (2) chrome tow hooks.

The front bumper/grille guard is designed not to break the pattern of the airflow to the chassis engine. All structural components are aligned with the construction of the chassis grille. This will not interfere with the chassis warranty.

To prove the strength of the front bumper grille guard, the builder of the guard will be able to lift the front of the chassis off the ground by attaching the front of the bumper grille guard at its weakest point to the very top of the outside edge of the grille guard without any structural damage occurring to the chassis or the grille guard. There will be pictures attached to prove this test. The manufacturer will keep OEM bumper.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

12,000-LB WINCH MOUNTED IN BUMPER GRILLE GUARD

A model RE-12,000 Ramsey electric winch with a twelve-foot remote control switch, a 100-foot of 3/8-inch galvanized aircraft cable and 4-way roller fairlead will be installed on the Bumper Grille Guard assembly. The winch will be encased in a bumper/grille guard assembly for protection. The front bumper/grille guard is custom fabricated to allow for direct mounting of the winch.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

FOUR (4) NOZZLE FRONT BUMPER SWEEPS

There will be four (4) front bumper sweep tee jet spray nozzles (all brass Boom Jet nozzle 4629-3/4-TOC150) underneath the front bumper (if Bumper Grille Guard is used or incorporated into a factory bumper if used) with electric valve controls located in the cab or to fire department specifications. The valves come equipped with the following features: 316 stainless steel ball and stem, stainless steel hardware, fiberglass reinforced polypropylene, glass reinforced PTFE ball seats, FKM (Viton type) O-rings, 12-volt DC operation, 150-PSI maximum pressure and internally fused/automatic reset. This will be plumbed 1-inch all the way and will have foam capabilities if foam option is chosen. Location of sweeps shall be: one (1) each on the driver and passenger corners with two (2) towards the center.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

TWO FIXED TOW LOOPS

There will be two (2) fixed Tow Loops on the rear of the apparatus.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

Sharkhide Package Sharkhide metal protectant shall be applied to all the exposed aluminum surfaces on the apparatus. Sharkhide forms an air tight film over the aluminum surface protecting it from the environment and maintains a bright surface appearance.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

FOUR (4) WILDLAND FIRELINE LIGHTS

Two (2) heavy-duty lamps with 3-inch x 5-inch lens set on a high flood beam pattern mounted directly to the light bar, one (1) per side. Light to shine at a 45 degree downward angle on right and left sides of the cab area. Providing lighting for possible obstacles along the Fireline or the edge of the road. The lights will be individually controlled with a toggle switch located on the dash

There will be two (2) mounted on the rear of truck, one (1) per side. They are controlled by the same toggle switch in the cab as the lights that are mounted under the light bar. They will be activated when the truck is put into reverse.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

AUTO EJECT & BATTERY MAINTAINER

A Newmar Auto Charge EV-20/EVM 12-1 with Kussmaul Auto Eject 20A/120V Yellow (or equivalent) will be installed on the truck. The maintainer will be installed inside the driver side front compartment box with the auto eject on the outside of the same box.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

Intercom System (2 wireless headsets)

This intercom system shall consist of two (2) Firecom UHW-51 wireless under-helmet headsets with red push and hold radio transmit buttons. The headsets have full duplex intercom functionality in addition to listen-only radio mode. A noise cancelling microphone with flex style boom rotates for left or right dress. The rechargeable battery operates for 24 hours on a full charge. The headsets shall include a 110/220VAC headset charger and 12VDC charging cable. The headsets shall have up 1600 ft. line of sight range. The headsets shall be supported by a Firecom 106-3086-00 wireless base station. The base station shall be connected to the installed radio with an interface cable.

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INSTALLING CUSTOMER SUPPLIED RADIO & ANTENNA

Customer supplied radio and antenna will be installed in apparatus.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

BACK-UP CAMERA

A Fire Research InView™ TrueSight™ model BCA210-A00 kit will be installed. It includes: (1) one 130° camera with 18 infrared illuminators with RCA Connections/Adapter, monitor and a set of (2) two Wireless Transmitters. The Monitor and Camera connect wirelessly through the supplied Wireless Transmitters. The Wireless Transmitter has up to 70 feet of transmission.

The 130° Camera will include the following features: ¼” Sharp Color CCD Sensor, 250,000 pixels for Picture Elements and Gamma Correction with R=0.45 to 1.0. The Image Sensor will provide 600 TV Lines PAL: 500(H) *582(V), NTSC: 510(H) *492(V). The 2.1MM Lens will have a 130° Viewing Angle. The Waterproof rating will be IP69K. The kit will include an Internal Synchronization Sync System. The Infrared Distance will be 50 Ft. (18 Infrared IR). The Usable Illumination will be 0 Lux (with IR ON). The Power Source will be DC 12V (+/-10%). Signal-to-Noise ratio (S/N Ratio) will be rated for higher than 48DB. The Electronic Iris rating will be 1/50, 1/60-1/100,000 seconds. Video Output rating will be 1VP.P 75 Ω. The IR Switch Control will have a CDS Automatic Control. Vibration and Impact Rating will be 20G/100G. The Operating and Storage Temperature ratings will both be -40°F ~ +176°F / RH 95% Max.

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1-INCH HOSE REEL 200-FEET

The reel shall be a Hannay Fire service model #EF28-25-26 with electric rewind. Reel is to have chrome plated Hannay hose rollers. There will be two (2) 100-feet of 1-inch 800 PSI booster hose with lightweight couplings. Electric rewind button to be located near the reel. The valve for the reel will be located in the pump panel.

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RHINOLINE/SUPERLINER

The entire fire bed and side boxes will be “rhino-lined”/”superlined” for protection.

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SURFACE PREPARATION & CORROSION PREVENTION

The steel superstructure will be sand blasted to remove any mill scaling and provide for superior finish adhesion.

During fabrication, any bare steel not accessible after assembly will have two coats of primer applied before assembly to control corrosion. All bare steel will be coated with the appropriate primer/sealer and polyurethane acrylic enamel, or equivalent finish to match the color of the chassis/cab provided.

Body assemblies that cannot be finish-painted AFTER assembly are to be finish-painted BEFORE assembly. Prior to applying primers and color finish, all removable items such as handrails, brackets, compartment doors, door hinges, trim, etc. shall be removed and painted separately to insure finished paint behind all mounted items.

The painted steel surface is easier to maintain than aluminum and also gives a higher quality appearance. Once aluminum becomes dull it is extremely hard to restore its luster.

All dis-similar metals are protected with ECK corrosion protection.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

WARRANTY

A minimum one (1) year new fire apparatus warranty will be provided, upon delivery and acceptance of the vehicle. The warranty will ensure that the fire apparatus has been manufactured to the contract specifications and will be free from defects in material and workmanship that may appear under normal use and service within the warranty period. The warranty may be subject to different time and mileage limitations for specific components and parts. This warranty is issued to the original purchaser of the vehicle.

The warranty will not apply to tires, batteries or other parts or components that are warranted directly by their manufacturers. The warranty will not apply to routine maintenance requirements as described in the service and operators manual. No warranty whether expressed, implied, statutory or otherwise including, but not limited to any warranty of merchantability or fitness for purpose will be imposed.

The manufacturer or representative will be notified in writing within the warranty period of any failure of the vehicle to comply with the specified warranty. If requested, the purchaser will promptly return the apparatus, component, or part to the manufacturer for inspection of any defect in material or workmanship occurring within the applicable time limits.

The manufacturer will either repair or replace any defective components or parts. Repair or replacement of the defective item will be at the sole discretion of the manufacturer. The Basic Vehicle Warranty covers all components and parts unless specifically covered by other descriptions or otherwise excluded herein. Repair or replacement of components will be done without cost to the purchaser when performed within the warranty period. Warranty repairs will not constitute an extension of the original warranty period, either for the entire apparatus or any specific components or parts.

The warranty will be void and the manufacturer will not be obligated to repair or replace any component or part where the necessity of such replacement or repair, in the opinion of the manufacturer, is due in whole or in part to loads in excess of factory rated capacities, modification or alteration, accident or other misuse or abuse of the vehicle. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for special or consequential damages including but not limited to injuries to persons or damage to property or loss of vehicle use.

The apparatus will be maintained and serviced, by the purchaser, according to the prescribed schedules outlined in the operators and service manuals. Receipted bills or other evidence that required maintenance and service has been performed may be required by the manufacturer as a condition of the warranty.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

TIRES

The tires are covered by their respective manufacturer's warranty.

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BODY STRUCTURE (LIFETIME TO ORIGINAL OWNER)

The body weldment, including sheet metal and primary support structure will be warranted against loss of integrity or failure due to defects in material or workmanship for a lifetime to the original owner. Any warranty repair after five years will be done at manufacturer factory location or pre-approved location. The owner will be responsible for transporting to and from manufacturer

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BODY STRUCTURE (WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL OWNER-REMOUNTING THE BED)

Manufacture will carry over the aforementioned lifetime warranty of the body structure (to the original owner) when remounting the body to another chassis as long as the remounting is performed by Manufacture

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WARRANTY ON 12 VOLT BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (LIFETIME TO ORIGINAL OWNER)

The 12 volt body electrical system will be warranted against loss of integrity or failure due to defects in material or workmanship for a lifetime to the original owner. Any warranty repair after five years will be done at Manufacture factory location or pre-approved location. The owner will be responsible for transporting to and from Manufacture The warranty will exclude the following:

· Products, items, and systems that have been altered or modified by any party other than the warrantor without the warrantor’s approval.

· Accessories or parts not manufactured by the warrantor, which items include (but not limited to): chassis and it’s electrical system, generators, sirens, light bars, light bulbs, battery maintainers, radios, batteries, and switches. These items are covered by their respective manufacturer’s warranties.

· Damage to items caused or resulting from misuse, neglect, negligence or accident.

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PLUMBING (LIFETIME ON WORKMANSHIP TO ORIGINAL OWNER)

Warranty against loss of integrity or failure due to defects in material or workmanship for a lifetime to the original owner. Any warranty repair after five years will be done at manufacture factory location or pre-approved location. The owner will be responsible for transporting to and from Manufacture The warranty will exclude the following:

· Products, items, and systems that have been altered or modified by any party other than the warrantor without the warrantor’s approval.

· Accessories or parts nor manufactured or fabricated by the warrantor, which items include (but not limited to): chassis and it’s plumbing system, valves, pumps, pump components, pump engines, reels, compressors, and compressor components. These items are covered by their respective manufacturer’s warranties.

· Damage to items caused or resulting from misuse, neglect, negligence or accident.

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CORROSION (TEN YEAR)

The fire bed body will be warranted against rust-through or perforation that is caused by manufacturer defect or workmanship, and corrosion from within, for a period of ten (10) years. Perforation is defined as a condition in which an actual hole occurs in a sheet metal panel due to rust or corrosion from within. Surface rust or corrosion caused by chips or scratches in the paint is not covered by this warranty. This warranty is void if corrosion is caused by neglect. Material that causes removal of the protective covering left unattended. Examples: battery acid or any foam agent not cleaned up.

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WATER TANK (LIFETIME)

The water tank manufacturer will warrant the water tank for the "Lifetime" of the unit. A copy of the manufacturer's warranty will be supplied to define additional details of the warranty provisions.

If the tank does have a defect, the MANUFACTURER of the tank will personally come to your fire department location within 48 hours (in the continental USA) to get the truck back in service.

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PAINT FINISH WARRANTY

The finish paint on the unit will be provided with a five (5) year paint finish guarantee, which will cover the finish for the following items:

· Peeling or delamination of the topcoat and/or other layers of paint

· Cracking or checking

· Loss of gloss caused by defective PPG Fleet Finishes, which are covered by this guarantee

This warranty is void if corrosion is caused by neglect. Material that causes removal of the protective covering left unattended, examples: battery acid, smoke, ash, or foam agent not cleaned up.

Manufacturer will not warranty chips in the paint caused by gravel, rocks, or other road debris. (If these scenarios apply to your department consider choosing the Abrasive Road Package.)

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

WARRANTY DISCLAIMER

Manufacture warrants to the original buyer that the products manufactured by us are free of defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year. This limited warranty is effective only if the equipment or apparatus is used as directed, is not subjected to misuse, negligence or accident, and is not altered, treated or repaired by someone other than Manufacturer its designee. If a claim is needed on an item not manufactured by manufacturer it is advised to contact manufacturer before contacting the warrantor.

The exclusive remedy for breach of this warranty shall be to give manufacturer written notice and to request a Returned Goods Authorization. Upon receipt of the Returned Goods Authorization, the buyer will return the nonconforming material to manufacturer within thirty days after the buyer has received the Returned Goods Authorization. Thereupon manufacturer at its own election shall repair or replace the same.

Manufacturer shall not be liable for consequential damages or contingent liabilities including; but not limited to, loss of life, personal injury, and loss of crops, loss due to fire or water property damage, and consequential trade or other commercial loss arising out of the failure of Manufacturer’s product.

If a warranty claim is needed on an excluded part the owner is advised to contact manufacturer for advice before contacting the warrantor in order to ensure the most optimal resolution to the problem at hand. In most cases manufacturer has more leverage over a warranting company than its customers do.

MEET OR EXCEED: YES____NO ___

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