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Demo #3709 Smeal Fire Apparatus Co. 75’ Heavy Duty AerialROLL-UP DOORS ( SATIN FINISH )Roll-up doors shall be ROM shutter type with 34 millimeter slats that roll onto a spool at the top ofthe compartment. Each slat shall be equipped with nylon end shoes to assure operation without theneed of constant lubrication.ROM ROLL UP DOOR HANDLESThe ROM roll-up door shall be supplied with a full width handle for ease of opening with only onehand, allowing quick access to equipment. There shall be nylon end shoes on every slat to assureoperation without constant lubrication.PUMP OPERATOR'S PLATFORMAn Innovative Industries pull out platform shall be provided at the pump operator's control panelthat can support a maximum of 500 pounds. The top surface of the platform shall be constructed ofaluminum serrated bar grating for ease of maintenance and to provide a slip resistant surface forthe operator. The platform shall lock in both the retracted and the extended position. The pull outplatform shall be wired to the door ajar circuit.The pull out platform roller assembly shall have a powder coat finish for added corrosion protection.TURNTABLE ACCESS STEPSFor access to the turntable, one set of steps shall be furnished at the left rear of the apparatus. Thesteps shall be constructed of aluminum grip-strut.The entire step assembly shall be a swing-down type that shall allow ease of access to the top ofthe body. The step surface shall be constructed of grip-strut material. This step shall beconnected to the door open warning circuit to warn the driver if left down. When the step isretracted the maximum height from the ground to the first step shall not exceed 24"The remaining steps shall have a maximum stepping height which shall not exceed 18", with theexception of the ground to the first step. Steps shall be illuminated for night time operation,actuated by the parking brake. To aid in ascending and descending the access steps, handrailsshall be provided on each side.NFPA STEP REQUIREMENTSAll steps shall have a surface area of at least 35 square inches and shall be able to withstand aload of at least 500 pounds. Steps shall be provided at any area that personnel may need to climband shall be adequately lighted.STEPSAll steps shall have a surface area of at least 35 square inches and shall be able to withstand aload of at least 500 pounds. Steps shall be provided at any area that personnel may need to climband shall be adequately lighted. Each folding step shall have two large open slots to preventbuildup of ice or mud and to provide a handhold when necessary.Steps shall be provided in the following locations:Three (3) folding steps on the left front compartmentThree (3) folding steps on the right front compartmentRevised 6/2/09 Page 31 of 114