MIL-S-28566C(YD)
3.5 Interchangeability. All units of the same classification furnished
with similar options under a specific contract shall be identical to the
extent necessary to insure interchangeability of component parts, assemblies,
accessories, and spare parts. Deviations to the requirements of this
specification shall not be permitted without advance written approval from the
contracting office.
3.6 Ease of maintenance. Design of the sweeper shall permit ready
accessibility to all parts for maintenance and repair by the use of tools
commonly associated with equipment of this nature. Ease of maintenance
provisions shall incorporate features insuring clearances between adjacent
components to facilities maintenance and servicing operations. Components
containing liquids shall be provided with an accessible means for draining.
Drainage of all liquids shall be by gravity onto the ground. Integral tubes
or troughs may be used to convey the liquids from the drain outlet to the
ground.
3.7 Safety. Parts subject to high operating temperatures, moving or
rotating parts, including drums, and parts energized electrically which are of
such a nature or so located as to become a hazard to operating and maintenance
personnel shall be insulated, enclosed, or guarded to the extent necessary to
eliminate the hazard. Protective devices shall not impair the operating
functions of the sweeper.
3.8 Performance.
3.8.1 Mobility. The sweeper shall be capable of being towed in the travel
position (broom and air nozzle(s) raised) at not less than 35 miles per hour
(mph) . The snow broom shall be capable of sweeping a 12 foot wide swath at a
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angle of 30 degrees ( ) while traveling at a speed of 25 mph.
3.8.2 Angle of approach and departure. The sweeper, with the broom
removed and air nozzle(s) raised, shall have a minimum angle of approach and
departure of 20°.
3.8.3 Towing force. With the broom in the raised position and the sweeper
on dry, level concrete, the force required to pull the sweeper shall be less
than 50 pounds per ton of weight.
3.9 Chassis components.
3.9.1 Frame. The frame shall be of welded structural or tubular steel
construction, of sufficient strength tO withstand permanent distortion or
damage under all operating conditions specified herein.
3.9.2 Engine. The sweeper shall be powered by a diesel engine having
horsepower, torque, and speed characteristics to satisfactorily meet all sweeper
performance requirements specified herein. The engine shall be equipped with
cold starting aid, glow plugs or other types and shall start and operate at
temperature from -25 to 125 degrees Fahrenheit (°F). The engine shall be
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