Specifications

A master battery system with a keyless start ignition system shall be provided. Each system shall be
controlled by a one-quarter turn Cole Hersee switch, both of which shall be mounted to the left of the
steering wheel on the dash. A chrome push type starter button shall be provided adjacent to the master
battery and ignition switches.
Each switch shall illuminate a green LED indicator light on the dash when the respective switch is
placed in the “ON” position.
The starter button shall only operate when both the master battery and ignition switches are in the “ON”
position.
BATTERY
The single start electrical system shall include six (6) Harris BCI 31 950 CCA batteries with a 210
minute reserve capacity and 4/0 welding type dual path starter cables per SAE J541. The cables shall
have encapsulated ends with heat shrink and sealant.
BATTERY TRAY
The batteries shall be installed within two (2) steel battery trays located on the left side and right side of
the chassis, securely bolted to the frame rails. The battery trays shall be coated with the same material as
the frame.
The battery trays shall include drain holes in the bottom for sufficient drainage of water. A durable,
non-conducting, interlocking mat made by Dri-Dek shall be installed in the bottom of the trays to allow
for air flow and help prevent moisture build up. The batteries shall be held in place by non-conducting
phenolic resin hold down boards.
BATTERY BOX COVER
Each battery box shall include a steel cover which protects the top of the batteries. Each cover shall
include flush latches which shall keep the cover secure as well as a black powder coated handle for
convenience when opening.
BATTERY CABLE
The starting system shall include cables which shall be protected by 275 degree F. minimum high
temperature flame retardant loom, sealed and encapsulated at the ends with heat shrink and sealant.
BATTERY JUMPER STUD
The starting system shall include battery jumper studs. These studs shall be located in the forward most
portion of the driver's side lower step. The studs shall allow the vehicle to be jump started, charged, or
the cab to be raised in an emergency in the event of battery failure.