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SPEC - Mower_Flail_Lift-Type_PTO Drive_88-inch 2003

  • YEAR CREATED: 2003
  • ENTITY TYPE: Authority: Transportation
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: SPEC - Specification
The document is a specification for a lift type, PTO driven flail mower to be used in continuous highway right-of-way mowing operations. The document is prepared by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and includes general clauses and conditions, as well as specific specifications for the mower. The equipment must be the latest improved model in current production and of quality workmanship and material. Used, shopworn, demonstrator, prototype, or discontinued models are not acceptable. The document also emphasizes the importance of complying with safety, health, lighting, and noise regulations and standards. It encourages manufacturers to adopt environmentally friendly practices, such as using recycled plastics and materials. The document provides measurements in both the English and metric systems, with the English system measurements superseding the metric system measurements in case of conflict. The specifications for the mower include requirements for the hood, end plates, rear roller, cutter shaft, cutting knives, and other components. The cutter shaft and cutting knives must be made of high-quality steel and be equipped with antifriction bearings and grease zerks. The document also includes examples of approved mowers and cautions respondents to carefully read the specifications as there may be special requirements not commonly offered by equipment manufacturers.
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