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Page 2 <br /> Transmission: <br /> Our specification asked for a two speed, low 0-7 and high 0-12 mph, <br /> Hydrostatic Drive. The two speeds will enable us to drive to the <br /> location of our work vs trailering. By eliminating the trailer <br /> option, we save in the cost of buying a trailer, tie downs and <br /> valuable time in labor; also the safety involved in transporting <br /> and the liabilities. <br /> Safety Equipment: <br /> The safety of any piece of equipment is always the foremost concern <br /> with the operator and the operation of that equipment. Three (3) <br /> of our spPrt£ir_atinns wore not in compliance on the Gehl machine. <br /> 1. Removable emergency exit panel in the roof. In the event <br /> of a rollover the operator will be able to escape from the <br /> machine if the front entrance is blocked, either by the <br /> bucket, cab door or foreign object. <br /> 2. The lift arm stops are not operational from the operator's <br /> seat making it possible to lower the lift arms while exiting <br /> if the operator makes an errant move. <br /> 3 . Seat belt interlock does not allow any operating of the <br /> machine unless the operator is in the seat with the seat belt <br /> fastened. Gehi's unit only requires that a safety bar lock be <br /> in position prior to any operation and not the seat belt. <br /> Performance Ratings: <br /> Dump reach at 45 degree angle to enhance complete emptying of <br /> bucket and center loading of dump trucks - machine bid only has 37 <br /> degree angle. <br /> Overall height 6 feet 5 inches - machine bid was 6 feet 10 inches: <br /> lower height could mean more accessibility and will lower the <br /> center of gravity thus lessening the chance of a rollover. <br /> Wheelbase 48 inches - machine bid was 42 inches: longer wheelbase <br /> improves stability. <br /> Operating weight 5,841Ibs - mac ilk rie lid-was 6;855 lbs: almost 1000 <br /> lbs more will increase compaction and possibly deep wheel tracks in <br /> grass areas. <br /> We asked all bidders to include the following alternates to their <br /> bids. These accessories will enhance the utilization of our <br /> skidloader and make some operations safer. <br /> 42 inch Utility Forks: <br /> For unloading and loading materials in confined areas and for <br /> transporting material to destinations where our loader will create <br /> more damage to the grass or add compactions. <br />