Specifications

Vancouver Police Service
Command
Production Specification
SVI #847 Page 78 of 107 September 18, 2012
CAB CONSOLE
A center cab console shall be provided between the Driver's and Officer's seats. Console shall be as large as possible
and fabricated of 1/8" smooth aluminum. A textured powder coat paint finish shall shall be provided for durability and
finished appearance.
The rear portion of the console shall be provided with open top storage for notebooks or maps. Two (2) adjustable
dividers shall be provided in the storage area. The forward portion of console shall be slanted for easy viewing of the V-
Mux display screen, and any siren or radio equipment. The area shall be within easy access to both Driver and Officer.
The final design of console shall be determined by the Vancouver Police Department at the pre-construction meeting.
BATTERY SYSTEM
The battery connectors shall be heavy duty type with cables terminating in heat shrink loom. Heavy duty battery cables
shall provide maximum power to the electrical system. Where required, the cables shall be shielded from exhaust tubing
and the muffler. Large rubber grommets shall be provided where cables enter the battery compartment.
Batteries shall be of the high-cycle type. With the engine off, the battery system shall be able to provide the minimum
continuous electrical load for 10 minutes without discharging more than 50 percent of the reserve capacity and then to
restart the engine. The battery system cold cranking amps (CCA) rating shall meet or exceed the minimum CCA
recommendations of the engine manufacturer. The batteries shall be mounted to prevent movement during fire apparatus
operation and shall be protected against accumulations of road spray, snow, and road debris. The batteries shall be
readily accessible for examination, testing, and maintenance.
A means shall be provided for jump-starting the engine if the batteries are not accessible without lifting the cab of a tilt-cab
apparatus.
Where an enclosed battery compartment is provided, it shall be ventilated to the exterior to prevent the buildup of heat
and explosive fumes. The batteries shall be protected against vibration and temperatures that exceed the battery
manufacturer’s recommendation.
A master load disconnect switch shall be provided between the starter solenoid(s) and the remainder of the electrical
loads on the apparatus. The starter solenoids shall be connected directly to the batteries.
Electronic control systems and similar devices shall be permitted to be otherwise connected if so specified by their
manufacturer.
The alternator shall be wired directly to the batteries through the ammeter shunt(s), if one is provided, and not through the
master load disconnect switch.
A green “battery on” pilot light that is visible from the driver’s position shall be provided.
A sequential switching device shall be permitted to energize the optical warning devices and other high current devices
required in minimum continuous electrical load, provided the switching device shall first energize the electrical devices
required in minimum continuous electrical load within 5 seconds.
BATTERY SWITCH
One (1) battery "On/Off" switch in cab located within easy reach of Driver with green "BATTERY ON" pilot light that is
visible from the driver’s position shall be provided.