MIL-B-62152 Bus, Motor: Ambulance, Intercity, 40 Passenger, 6X2 Or 6X4This specification covers a six-wheel, four- or two-rear wheel drive, diesel engine driven, intercity type motor bus ambulance, having a seating capacity for 40 adult passengers for long distance transportation. The bus has features to allow ready conversion to accommodate 18 litter patients, the driver, and four seated attendants. Except for customized ambulance conversion features, vehicles procured under this specification are commercial items. Frame and all chassis components, heating and air conditioning equipment shall be commercially available items. The vehicle shall be warranted as specified in the procurement documents.

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MIL-B-62152A(AT)

3.5.12.6 Liquid dispensers. The bus shall be equipped with dispensers for hot and cold

liquids. The dispensers shall be two units of FSN 7330-781-3859, Jug, Vacuum, CRES Outer

Shell, CRES Inner Vessel; with gasketed metal cover and snap locking device closure; with

spigot assembly; in accordance with MIL-J-20349 Style B, 5-gallon capacity. The mounting in

the bus shall be at convenient locations and heights for dispensing drinks, and shall permit ready

removal of the jugs for filling, emptying, and cleaning.

3.5.12.7 Radio and intercom. An AM-FM radio shall be provided together with

8 speakers installed in the ceiling center and with a speaker in the driver's compartment. Each

speaker shall incorporate an on-off switch. Additionally,. a 3-way on-off switch for the radio

system shall be installed in the driver's compartment and at the rear of the coach. One wall

mounted intercom station with retractable phone piece shall be mounted on the side or cabinet

wall near the rear of the coach for attendants working in the lavatory-baggage area. An identical

intercom station shall be installed in the driver's compartment in such a location as to provide

easy access to the driver. The system shall permit transmission and reception from both stations.

The radio and intercom shall operate satisfactorily with all equipment in operation.

3.5.12.8 Vacuum outlet, medical. A plug-in or screw type, self-sealing valve connection

shall be installed in the patient compartment, one between each pair of vertical tiers of litters on

each side of the bus (total of 4 valve connections). The suction lines shall be connected to the

valve mechanisms, using the vacuum created by the vacuum pump. The units shall prevent the

entry of dust without the use of a dust cap or cover. Secondary equipment attachment and release

shall be capable of being performed with one hand. The outlets shall prevent twist or turn of the

secondary equipment, once the equipment is connected. A mating male fitting shall be provided

for each outlet. The vacuum system shall include a vacuum pump capable of pulling at least

2 standard cubic feet per minute and shall further incorporate a vacuum reservoir tank and

regulator with a capacity of at least 4.27 cubic feet. The pump shall have the capability of pulling

a vacuum of 29 inches of mercury.

3.6 Servicing and adjusting. Prior to acceptance of the vehicle by the Government,

contractor shall service and adjust the vehicle for operational use including at least the following:

alinement of lights; adjustment of the main and auxiliary engines, electrical and brake system;

filling and charging of battery; alinement of front wheels; inflation of all tires; complete