Specifications

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The pump panels for the midship discharge and intake ports shall be located ahead of the body
compartments with no side discharge or intake higher than the frame rail. The pump panels shall be
easily removable with simple hand tools.
A recessed cargo area shall be provided at the front of the body, ahead of the water tank above the
plumbing.
PUMP PANEL CONFIGURATION Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
The pump panel configuration shall be arranged and installed in an organized manner that shall
provide user-friendly operation.
PUMP AND GAUGE PANEL Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
The pump operators panel and gauge panels shall be constructed of stainless steel with a brushed
finish. The pump panels on the driver and passenger's side shall be constructed of stainless steel with a
brushed finish.
PUMP AND PLUMBING ACCESS Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
Simple access to the plumbing shall be provided through the front of the body area by raising the cab
for complete plumbing service and valve maintenance. Access to valves shall not require removal of
operator panels or pump panels. Access for rebuilding of the pump shall not require removal of more
than the tank to pump line and a single discharge line. This access shall allow for fast, easy valve or
pump rebuilding, making for reduced out of service times. Steps shall be provided for access to the
top of the pump.
Access to the pump shall be provided by raising the cab. The pump shall be positioned such that all
maintenance and overhaul work can be performed above the frame and under the tilted cab. The
service and overhaul work on the pump shall not require the removal of operator panels or pump
panels. Complete pump casing and gear case removal shall require no more than removal of the
intake and discharge manifolds, driveline, coolers and a single discharge line. The pump case and gear
case shall be able to be removed by lifting upward without interference from piping and be removable
in less than 3 hours.
PUMP COMPARTMENT LIGHT Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
A pump compartment light shall be provided inside the plumbing area.
A .125" weep hole shall be provided in each light lens, preventing moisture retention.
Engine monitoring graduated LED indicators shall be incorporated with the pressure controller.
AIR HORN BUTTON Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
An air horn control button shall be provided at the pump operator's control panel. This button shall be
properly labeled and put within easy reach of the operator.
ALUMINUM HEAT ENCLOSURE Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
A heat enclosure shall be installed, trapping hot air radiated from the engine exhaust system, which
shall warm the fire pump. The enclosure shall consist of a aluminum understructure, with easily
removable aluminum panels. Also a covering above the plumbing shall be provided, so warm air
cannot escape freely.
ELECTRIC GAUGE HEATER Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
An MC Products electric gauge heater shall be provided for all water carrying gauges.
PUMP & PLUMBING COMPARTMENT HEATER Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
A hot water heater shall be installed in the plumbing compartment.
Two (2) Espar diesel fired heaters rated for 7,500 BTU, shall be installed in the pump compartment
under the cab.
Controls for the heater shall be located at the pump operator's panel.