KKK-B-1579B
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3.5.13.4.2 Electrical system. The electrical system shall utilize the bus-chassis batteries
and shall conform to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations 393.30 through 393.33.
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3.5.13.4.3 Fuel pump. A fuel pump shall be furnished and when lifting fuel against
ahead of 4 feet, the pump shall have sufficient capacity to supply the engine at its maximum
rated load. An in-line fuel filter shall be provided, either as a component of the fuel pump or
between fuel pump and carburetor.
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3.5.13.4.4 Exhaust system. The exhaust system shall be furnished with a spark arresting
muffler and means shall be provided to vent the exhaust fumes away from the body.
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3.6 Servicing and adjusting. Prior to acceptance of the vehicle by the Government, the
contractor shall inspect, service and adjust each vehicle for operational use in accordance with an
approved manufacturer's prescribed predelivery servicing form GSA Form 1455. The areas to
inspected and adjusted, if necessary, shall include, at least the following: aligning of headlights;
adjustment of the engine; electrical and brake system; filling and charging of battery(s);
alinement of front wheels; inflation of all tires; complete lubrication of body, chassis, engine and
running gear, with grade of lubricants recommended for the ambient air temperature at the
delivery point; servicing cooling system with a solution of ethylene glycol type antifreeze and
water in equal parts by volume; and servicing of windshield washer reservoir with water and
appropriate additives.
3.7 Workmanship. Defective components or parts and assemblies which have been
repaired or modified to overcome deficiencies shall not be furnished. Welded, bolted, and
riveted construction utilized shall be in accordance with the highest standards of the industry.
Vehicles shall be free from defects which may impair their serviceablility or detract from
appearance.
4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS
4.1 Responsibility for inspection. Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase
order, the contractor is responsible for the performance of all inspection requirements as
specified herein. Except as otherwise specified in the contract or order, the contractor may use
his own or any other facilities suitable for the performance of the inspection requirements
specified herein, unless disapproved by the Government. The Government reserves the right to
perform any of the inspections set forth in the specification where such inspections are deemed
necessary to assure supplies and services conform to prescribed requirements. The supplier shall
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