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What clause should be included to accept something of equal value if exact needs cannot be met?
What clause should be included to accept something of equal value if exact needs cannot be met?
- Clause for 'or equal' (correct)
- Clause for warranty coverage
- Clause for exclusive specifications
- Clause for custom-fabricated equipment
What is a crucial aspect to outline when specifying warranty needs?
What is a crucial aspect to outline when specifying warranty needs?
- Servicing of the warranty (correct)
- Union vs. nonunion installers
- Product packaging
- Tax payment details
What should be specified regarding installation responsibilities?
What should be specified regarding installation responsibilities?
- Cost of equipment (correct)
- Product certification requirements
- Union vs. nonunion installers
- Installers' rate of pay
In the context of product delivery, what is an important consideration if equipment arrives before a new facility is completed?
In the context of product delivery, what is an important consideration if equipment arrives before a new facility is completed?
Who is responsible for additional costs in case of delays according to the text?
Who is responsible for additional costs in case of delays according to the text?
What are the criteria used to grade refurbished products mentioned in the text?
What are the criteria used to grade refurbished products mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in determining the grade of refurbished products as per the text?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in determining the grade of refurbished products as per the text?
What is one of the details that may be specified under 'Delivery Installation' according to the text?
What is one of the details that may be specified under 'Delivery Installation' according to the text?
What type of information might be included in 'Construction Requirements' as per the text?
What type of information might be included in 'Construction Requirements' as per the text?
Which of the following is typically NOT part of 'Certification and Warranty' requirements based on the text?
Which of the following is typically NOT part of 'Certification and Warranty' requirements based on the text?
Who is responsible for securing permits if needed for the equipment?
Who is responsible for securing permits if needed for the equipment?
Which entity usually pays for the freight costs of shipping the equipment?
Which entity usually pays for the freight costs of shipping the equipment?
What is one of the specific services that may be included in the delivery of the equipment?
What is one of the specific services that may be included in the delivery of the equipment?
What should be listed in the construction requirements for a piece of equipment?
What should be listed in the construction requirements for a piece of equipment?
Which entity is usually responsible for listing appropriate national agency standards for the equipment?
Which entity is usually responsible for listing appropriate national agency standards for the equipment?
What is the purpose of assigning the maintenance binder to managers in a restaurant?
What is the purpose of assigning the maintenance binder to managers in a restaurant?
Why is it important to list appropriate clean dates and provide a box for initialing and dating when cleaning is completed for each piece of equipment?
Why is it important to list appropriate clean dates and provide a box for initialing and dating when cleaning is completed for each piece of equipment?
What is the significance of posting a list of local service agencies, their phone numbers, and which brands they cover in a restaurant?
What is the significance of posting a list of local service agencies, their phone numbers, and which brands they cover in a restaurant?
Why is it recommended to place a list containing make, model, serial number, and date along with service and warranty period at the start-up of a new facility?
Why is it recommended to place a list containing make, model, serial number, and date along with service and warranty period at the start-up of a new facility?
Why is setting up a regular exhaust hood and duct cleaning program essential in a restaurant?
Why is setting up a regular exhaust hood and duct cleaning program essential in a restaurant?
What is the purpose of the specification template generated in the book for prospective buyers?
What is the purpose of the specification template generated in the book for prospective buyers?
Why is maintenance being treated as more than an afterthought in today's restaurants?
Why is maintenance being treated as more than an afterthought in today's restaurants?
What is a common issue related to maintaining rotisseries according to the text?
What is a common issue related to maintaining rotisseries according to the text?
Why is it essential to check dishwasher temperatures and pressure requirements daily?
Why is it essential to check dishwasher temperatures and pressure requirements daily?
What impacts store operations according to the text?
What impacts store operations according to the text?
Why is 'one-stop shopping' to outfit an entire kitchen with used merchandise almost impossible?
Why is 'one-stop shopping' to outfit an entire kitchen with used merchandise almost impossible?
What issue arises due to the uncertainty of how much a used item was previously used?
What issue arises due to the uncertainty of how much a used item was previously used?
How do service warranties for used equipment typically compare to those for new equipment?
How do service warranties for used equipment typically compare to those for new equipment?
What additional cost factor should be considered when purchasing used equipment?
What additional cost factor should be considered when purchasing used equipment?
Why might a refurbished and serviced used item cost more than one sold as-is?
Why might a refurbished and serviced used item cost more than one sold as-is?
What is the purpose of the Operating Labor Cost in the context of appliance comparison?
What is the purpose of the Operating Labor Cost in the context of appliance comparison?
Which factor is NOT considered when calculating Simply Payback in the illustration?
Which factor is NOT considered when calculating Simply Payback in the illustration?
What cost category does Additional Operating Costs mainly encompass?
What cost category does Additional Operating Costs mainly encompass?
How is Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) typically calculated?
How is Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) typically calculated?
What does the Return on Investment (ROI) method involve in appliance evaluations?
What does the Return on Investment (ROI) method involve in appliance evaluations?
In appliance selection, what impact does Vendor B have compared to Vendor A based on Simply Payback calculations?
In appliance selection, what impact does Vendor B have compared to Vendor A based on Simply Payback calculations?
Which aspect is NOT considered as part of the Simply Payback calculation for appliance selection?
Which aspect is NOT considered as part of the Simply Payback calculation for appliance selection?
What information is provided by Labor Costs in appliance comparison?
What information is provided by Labor Costs in appliance comparison?
How is Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) beneficial when comparing different appliances?
How is Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) beneficial when comparing different appliances?
Which factor is essential for determining Simply Payback in appliance selection?
Which factor is essential for determining Simply Payback in appliance selection?
