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DocuSign Envelope ID: F4D38498-6182-495F-9F57-49F44D76229A <br /> AM10-14 Ambulances,EMS&Other Special Service Vehicles <br /> 3.7.6.1 Engine High-Idle Sneed Control. Automatic. On type I&III chassis powered emergency medical service <br /> units an automatic throttle providing variable RPM conditions shall be installed on the chassis in compliance with <br /> KKK specifications. When activated, the throttle shall automatically increase the engine RPM when the amperage <br /> goes into a deficit state and automatically decrease when positive amperage is achieved. <br /> 3.7.6.3 Voltmeter or Voltage Monitor. Voltmeter shall be mounted in the Operator Control Panel,if not provided <br /> by OEM. <br /> 3.7.8.1 Utilitv Power Connector. In cases where a 115 Volt AC utility power connector is installed on an <br /> emergency medical service unit, the outlet shall be located at an exterior location approved by the end user agency <br /> and unit manufacturer. If an inverter is installed the outlet shall be powered by the inverter unless the type I & III <br /> "high performance"emergency medical service unit is attached to shoreline electrical power,then the outlet shall be <br /> powered by the shoreline power. The outlet shall include a metal or heavy-duty plastic cover designed for outdoor <br /> use and be enclosed in an electrical outlet box. <br /> 3.7.8.3 Solid State Inverter for on Board 115 Volt AC Power. In cases where a 1000 watt, 115 Volts AC <br /> continuous duty inverter is installed and wired to interior and exterior outlets of an emergency medical unit, the <br /> inverter switch shall be loaded in the EMT action area unless otherwise specified by the end user agency. <br /> 3.7.9 Driver Compartment Controls. In cases where sequential switching systems are installed allowing the <br /> driver to preset at least six (6) emergency lights or other warning devices (a single switch automatically sequences <br /> and turns them on, one at a time), switches shall be large enough to be activated/manipulated by operator wearing <br /> thick gloves. <br /> 3.8.1 Ambulance Exterior Lighting. All units quoted shall include at least one (1) side floodlight on all <br /> emergency medical service units. <br /> 3.8.5.1 Patient Compartment Illumination. At least six(6) dome lights shall be furnished with at least three (3) <br /> over the stretcher and three(3)over the Squad Bench <br /> 3.9.7.3 Mud Flaps. Mud flaps on all emergency medical service units shall be furnished in compliance with State <br /> of Texas Motor Vehicle laws. <br /> 3.10.8 Doors. On type I & III emergency medical service units, door hardware shall consist of recessed, stainless <br /> steel, locking paddle latches on compartments. All door lock mechanisms shall be fully enclosed within the door to <br /> prevent fouling of locks in the event of equipment shifts in the lock area. Patient module doors shall use a recessed, <br /> polished stainless steel, handle and latches. All patient module locking latches shall use a common key, except the <br /> drug compartment. <br /> On type I&III emergency medical service units the door gaskets shall be placed in a manner that prevents damage <br /> by equipment or personnel dragging across the gaskets. All doors shall incorporate an extruded rubber seal located <br /> on the perimeter of the door. Full length stainless steel hinges, and pins shall be provided for all exterior doors. <br /> Over door padding shall be provided at the rear and curb side door,and above the walk-thru,if applicable. <br /> 3.10.11 Floor Coverings and Color. On all emergency medical service units (excluding Type II), the covering <br /> shall extend a minimum of four(4)inches up both side walls for easy cleaning. <br /> 3.11.1 Interior Stowage Accommodations. On Type I & III emergency medical service units the doors track for <br /> all sliding cabinet doors shall be constructed of extruded aluminum with slots for the installation of felt door <br /> tensioners on each side and a Teflon sliding guide on the bottom of the track. The material shall be installed in a <br /> slide or other manner providing ease of maintenance. The track shall be attached to the cabinet with recessed <br /> screws. <br /> Cabinetry on all emergency medical service units shall be included in patient module warranty and all exposed areas <br /> with an extruded aluminum edge shall be smooth. <br /> 3.11.4 Squad Bench. Seats. And Backrests. Seat belts furnished for the squad bench shall be automatic self- <br /> retracting on type I,II,&III emergency medical service units. <br /> 3.12.1 Oxvun.Main Sunnly and Installation. On type I&III emergency medical service units no less than three <br /> (3)outlets shall be provided;two(2)in the EMT action area and one(1)outlet on the curb-side wall. <br /> Storage dimensions and mounting device shall be provided for an"H"size cylinder,rather than an"M"size cylinder <br /> unless specified by the end user. <br /> 3.15.3.14 Drug Kit Compartment. On type I, II, & III emergency medical service units a locking drug <br /> compartment shall be furnished in compliance to KKK specifications. The locking drug compartment shall have a <br /> unique lock,keyed differently from all others on the unit and at least two keys shall be furnished. <br /> May 9,2014 -----FINAL----- Page 6 of 9 <br />