Specifications include, but are not limited to: HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION - All hoses must be high pressure type. All hoses must be routed in a manner to minimize rub points and bends. Hoses that will rub against metal during the operation of the Spray Truck must be wrapped for protection. All hoses must be routed to protect them from heat sources and enclosed whenever possible to protect them from damage. Teflon tape must not be used in the hydraulic system. Hydraulic hoses must not be secured to any factory-installed chassis wiring, cables, hoses, or lines. Hydraulic hoses must not be secured in the same bundle with any electrical wiring. Hydraulic hoses must be routed independently. Hoses must be supported and securely fastened to withstand snow and ice conditions. Hydraulic components and fittings must be sealed during assembly to prevent system contamination. Hose interior must be cleaned prior to installation. FASTENERS - All threaded fastener components (bolts, washers, nuts) with a diameter designation greater than or equal to SAE one half (½ in.) inch must be grade eight (8). All nuts must be metal self-locking; lock washers are not acceptable. All bolts must be properly tightened/torqued per manufacturer’s specification. All components must have grade identifier marks. All bolts and nuts must be zinc plated...
