2024 Ford F550 XL 4x4 Crew Cab Chassis DRW 179” Wheelbase 60” Cab to Axle APPARATUS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ___Yes / No___ All electrical equipment installed by the manufacturer shall conform to current automotive electrical system standards and the requirements of the applicable NFPA fire apparatus standards. The installation shall meet SAE Standard J1128 in its latest edition for GXL or SXL temperature ratings. The electrical system shall be comprised of switches, circuit boards, relays, diodes, resistors, fuses, wiring, wiring harnesses, and connectors as required to ensure consistent and uninterrupted operation of the completed apparatus. The electrical system shall be composed of individual wiring harnesses that are integrated as a complete unit via bulkhead type Deutsch waterproof electrical connectors located between the chassis and fire body. All GXL / SXL wiring for the apparatus shall be located within temperature resistant harnesses rated at a minimum of 280°F. All electrical wires in each harness shall be permanently color and function coded throughout. All electrical connections made outside of the chassis shall be made utilizing heat shrink type connectors and / or Deutsch weatherproof connectors. All electrical circuits shall be protected with circuit breakers or fuses. The main low voltage electrical circuit board with associated circuit breakers and fuses shall be provided in a protective metal housing in a location inside the chassis’ cab which provides easy service access. All circuit breakers and fuses located on the main low voltage electrical circuit board shall have diagnostic indicator lights providing for ease of diagnostics. All wiring ran outside of the body will be run along structural members and loom clamped in a secure, neat, and orderly manner. Wiring shall be routed and / or protected to eliminate exposure to moving parts or debris. All wiring passing through metal shall be protected from tears, abrasions, or cuts by rubber grommets. BATTERY MASTER SWITCH AND INDICATOR LIGHT ___Yes / No___ The fire apparatus shall be supplied with one (1) battery disconnect switch. The switch shall be located on the chassis’ floorboard next to the driver’s seat. D.O.T. LIGHTING ___Yes / No___ All required lighting complying with Federal Government Codes for vehicles of this size and design shall be provided and installed. These lights shall include headlamps, front turn signals with hazard switch, cab marker and clearance lights, body clearance lights, reverse lights, stop-turn-tail lights, and license plate lights. The body clearance lights, rear stop-turn-tail lights, and reverse lights shall be LED.
