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ACCESS DOORS
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Access doors shall be minimum #12 gauge prime coat painted bonderized steel. Each shall
be complete with a heavy flush frame and anchor, concealed hinges, positive locking
screwdriver lock, and mounting and finishing provisions to suit the finish material for which
they are supplied. Access doors in fire rated ceilings, walls, partitions, structures, etc. shall be
U.L.C. listed and labeled and of a rating to maintain the fire separation integrity.
Where access doors are located in surfaces where special finishes are required, they shall be
of a recessed door type capable of accepting the finish in which they are to be installed so as
to maintain the final building surface appearance throughout.
Supply access doors in inaccessible construction shall give access to all concealed junction
boxes, pullboxes, conductor joints and other similar electrical work which may need
maintenance or repair.
Before commencing installation of electrical work, submit to the Architect for approval, a list of
required access doors showing the exact sizes and locations of such access doors. Locate
access doors in walls and partitions to the Architect’s approval, and arrange electrical work to
suit. Access doors shall be, wherever possible, of a standard size for all applications.
Confirm exact dimensions with the Architect, prior to ordering.
Access doors will be installed by the Division responsible for the particular type of construction
in which access doors are required. Supply the access doors to the Division installing same
at the proper time to avoid construction delays.
1.2
CARE, OPERATION AND START-UP
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Instruct the Owner’s operating personnel in the operation, care and maintenance of
equipment. Arrangement of such instructional sessions shall be done at a time convenient to
the Owner.
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Arrange and pay for services of manufacturer’s factory service engineer to supervise start-up
of installation, check, adjust, balance and calibrate components.
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Provide these services for such a period, and for as many visits as necessary to put
equipment into operation, and ensure that operating personnel are conversant with all aspects
of its care and operation.
1.3
CLEANING
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Do final cleaning in accordance with Section 01710.
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At time of final cleaning, clean lighting reflectors, lenses, and other lighting surfaces that have
been exposed to construction dust and dirt.
1.4
COMMISSIONING– Use this item only if project is to be commissioned
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Systems commissioning will be conducted prior to project turnover to the University of Manitoba.
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Refer to Section 01810 Building Systems Commissioning for the details of the commissioning
process.
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Commissioning will require the presence of knowledgeable representatives of the necessary
Electrical Trades. The Electrical Contractor shall include all necessary costs for systems
commissioning as described in 01810. The Consultant will participate to the extent also as
described in this Section.
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All aspects of electrical systems operations will be operated, checked, and verified. If any portion of
the work fails to meet design requirements, the commissioning procedure will be halted and
resumed only when all necessary repairs are completed. All extra costs including extra fees for the
Consultant to revisit the site resulting from this postponement will be borne by this Contractor.
1.5
CONDUIT SLEEVES AND HOLES
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Install conduit, and sleeves, prior to pouring of concrete. Sleeves through concrete shall be
sized for free passage of conduit.
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Holes through exterior walls and roof shall be flashed and made weatherproof.
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Make necessary arrangements for cutting of chases, drilling of holes and other structural work
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required to install electrical conduits, cables, pullboxes and outlet boxes.
Install cables, conduits, and fittings to be embedded or plastered over, neatly and close to
building structure so furring can be kept to minimum.
Provide a minimum of two (2) separate conduit sleeves embedded in each concrete lighting
fixture base. At least one (1) unused conduit shall be for possible future extension of wiring.
All conduits and cables shall be entered into the building above grade.
All coring in buildings with electrical in the slab shall be scanned to prevent damage at
contractor’s expense.
1.6
COORDINATION WITH OTHER TRADES
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Refer to Mechanical, Structural, Architectural and Interior Design drawings and specifications
for additional electrical work in connection with other Divisions. Where such work is included
in other sections of the specifications, provide equipment, conduit, wiring, etc. (in accordance
with the approved manufacturer’s shop drawings), as required, for operation of the specified
equipment.
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Schedule execution of electrical work with associated work specified in other Divisions.
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Coordinate electrical work with work of other trades to avoid conflicts with pipes, air ducts or
other equipment. Provide additional supports, wiring, etc., to relocate electrical equipment, as
required, where structural members, air ducts, piping or other equipment interferes with the
electrical installation.
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Prior to installation provide scaled drawings of all mechanical/electrical rooms showing layout
of all equipment (mechanical and electrical) for Consultant review.
1.7
CUTTING AND PATCHING
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Pay the costs of all cutting and patching required for the installation of electrical work.
Payment for cutting and patching shall be made through the General Contractor.
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Cutting and patching required for the installation of electrical work shall be done by the
particular trade whose work is involved. No cutting or patching shall be carried out by the
tradesman employed on the electrical work.
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Obtain the approval of the Architect and/or Owner before arranging for any cutting. Patching
shall restore the affected area to the original condition; materials and methods used for
patching shall be in accordance with the requirements of the corresponding Divisions of the
specification.
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DEFINITIONS
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The following are definitions of terms and expressions used in the specification:
CONSULTANT means Electrical Engineering Consultant
INSPECTION AUTHORITY means agent of any authority having jurisdiction over construction
standards associated with any part of electrical work on site.
SUPPLY AUTHORITY means electrical power utility company responsible for delivery of
electrical power to project.
ELECTRICAL CODE means Canadian Electrical Code or Local Code in force at Project
location.
INDICATE means as shown on contract drawings or noted in Contract Documents.
TYPE TESTED means that each piece of equipment produced by manufacturer is not fully
tested. An original piece with similar arrangement has been fully tested and results of that
test are available.
PROVIDE means to supply, install and leave in working order all materials and necessary
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wiring, supports, access panels, etc., as necessary for equipment indicated.
OWNER means University of Manitoba.
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DELIVERY STORGE AND HANDLING
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Deliver all materials to site in an orderly fashion.
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Store all materials in a clean and dry place, secure from vandalism or theft. All materials shall
be left in shipping containers until required for use.
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Provide additional protection such as tarps, padding, wood skids, etc., as required to ensure
protection of equipment and as directed by the Architect.
1.10
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION
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Provide Panel and circuit number identification on all electrical receptacles and light switch
coverplates by means of Dyno Tape. Clear tape with black letters.
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Provide Lamacoid nameplates, 3mm (1/8") thick plastic engraving sheet, black or red face,
white core, mechanically attached (screwed or riveted) unless specified otherwise to electrical
Motor Starters, Motor Control Centers, Disconnect Switches, Panelboards. Sizes as follows:
Size
0
3/8" x 1/2"
(10 x 38mm)
Quantity
of Lines
1 line
1
1-1/4” x 5”
(44 x 127mm)
4 lines
3/16"
(5mm)
2
3/4" x 3"
(19 x 75mm)
2 lines
3/16"
(5mm)
3
1-1/2" x 3"
(38 x 75mm)
3 lines
1/4"
(6mm)
4
1-1/4" x 4"
(44 x 100mm)
2 lines
1/2"
(13mm)
5
1-1/2" x 4"
(25 x 1000mm)
3 lines
1/4"
(6mm)
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Lamacoid Size
Letter Size
Line
Line Description
1/8"
(3mm)
Line #1
Panel, Circuit #
Line #1
Line #2
Line #3
Line #4
Line #1
Line #2
Line #1
Line #2
Line #3
Line #1
Line #2
Line #1
Line #2
Line #3
Transformer identification
Bldg. name, KVA rating
Pri. Volt. Wires/Sec. Volt. Wires
Fed from Panel & Room No.
See specific specification for info.
See specific specification for info.
See specific specification for info.
See specific specification for info.
See specific specification for info.
MCC identification, Voltage
Fed from Panel & Room No.
See specific specification for info.
See specific specification for info.
See specific specification for info.
Wording on nameplates shall be approved prior to manufacture. Submit schedule of
nameplates and wording.
Allow for average of twenty-five (25) letters per nameplate.
Identification shall be English.
Nameplates for terminal cabinets and junction boxes shall indicate system and/or voltage
characteristics.
Use black nameplates with white lettering for normal power and communications equipment.
Use red nameplates with white lettering for emergency power equipment.
Provide identification on all junction box covers indicating circuit number and panel, and
showing system color code as specified.
EQUIVALENT MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
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Bidders shall submit a tender based on the specified materials and equipment only.
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Bidders may submit a tender based on equivalent materials and equipment only if such items
have been approved as equals by the Consultant.
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Bidders may submit, with their tender, an alternate price based on alternate materials and
equipment only if such items have been approved as alternates by the Consultant.
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Submissions for equals or alternates shall be received by the Consultant, Architect of U of M
Physical Plant simultaneously, fifteen (15) working days prior to tender closing. Submissions
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shall include sufficient manufacturer’s data to clearly show equivalency, as well as an itemized
list of equal or alternate items, the items for which they were submitted and a space for the
Consultant to indicate “approved equal”, “approved alternate”, or “not approved”. Submittal
list will be returned or may be picked up at the Consultant’s office. Where submissions are
not returned by the Consultant before tender closing or are not received by the Consultant
forty (40) working hours before close of tender, they are considered not approved.
All submissions shall include the following phrase “We have reviewed all contract documents,
contract drawings and specifications relating to the equipment presented herein” and shall
bear the name and signature of the manufacturer or his agent.
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EXAMINATION OF SITE CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS
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Prior to submitting a tender, examine the site and local conditions which will affect the work.
Refer to the Architectural, Mechanical and Structural drawings, schedules and specifications
for construction details to be certain that the electrical work can be satisfactorily carried out as
specified. Claims for extra payments, resulting from conditions which could reasonably be
foreseen during an examination of the documents and/or site, will not be recognized.
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Ensure that all equipment designated as “Existing to Remain” or “Existing to be Relocated” is
suitable for its intended re-use, including panelboards and circuits. Report any discrepancies
to the Consultant BEFORE tender close.
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Refer to General Conditions for instructions regarding a prearranged site visit during the
tender period.
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Notify Consultant of any discrepancies, omissions, etc., prior to the awarding of the contract,
otherwise the Electrical Contractor shall perform the work as directed at no additional cost to
the Owner.
1.13
EXCAVATION AND BACKFILING
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Excavate and backfill as required for underground electrical services as indicated. Provide
protective materials around and over services and be present at all times during excavation
and backfilling to supervise work. Backfilling shall restore the excavated area to the original
condition and shall include sodding where required.
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Work shall be in accordance with the current CSA Bulletin.
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Include all costs for excavation and backfilling, for any underground electrical installation,
unless otherwise indicated.
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Confirm the locations of all existing underground services, wiring, etc., prior to any trenching
or installation of new Pole Bases., etc. The Electrical Contractor shall employ a qualified firm
to survey and mark out all existing underground services which may be encountered
(Electrical, Telephone, Sewer, Gas, Water, etc.). University Physical Plant underground
service map shall be consulted with Physical Plant staff to assist contractor prior to survey.
Upon completion of underground work, service map must be updated to reflect changes.
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Work shall be arranged in such a manner that will not interfere with regular pedestrian or
vehicular traffic patterns.
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Provide trenching, cable installations and backfill promptly. Open trenches shall be
barricaded in an approved manner.
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Cables required to cross under roadways, paved areas, sidewalks, etc. shall be installed in
PVC conduits pushed under such areas.
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Six (6") of sand shall be provided surrounding the cables and 2" x 4" treated plank installed 6"
above the cables. Install cable marker tape in all trenches, minimum 12" above cables. The
remainder of the trench shall be backfilled with granular base course. All backfill material
shall be thoroughly tamped and compacted to at least 90% of maximum density at optimum
moisture. The ground shall be left free from ruts and rough spots. In any asphalt areas,
backfill shall be granular material only.
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All sodded areas disturbed or damaged during trenching and backfilling shall be repaired with
manured soil mix and resodded. Make all repairs to damaged asphalt and/or concrete
surfaces to match existing.
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Care shall be taken when excavating near existing services. Existing trees and shrubbery in
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work area shall be protected from damage.
Install buried cable signs as per CEC and Manitoba Electrical addendums.
1.14
FINISHES
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Paint indoor switchgear and distribution enclosures light grey to EEMAC 2Y-1.
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Paint outdoor electrical equipment enclosures with two (2) coats of U.V. resistant Urethane
Enamel to minimum 1.5 mil dry coat thickness. Colour shall be ASA61 Grey.
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Clean and touch up surfaces of shop-painted equipment, scratched or marred during
shipment or installation, to match original paint.
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Clean, prime and paint exposed hangers, racks, fastenings to prevent rusting.
1.15
FIREPROOFING
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Where cables or conduits pass through floors, block or concrete walls and fire rated walls,
seal openings with fire stopping material that combines intumescent and endothermic
properties.
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Fire proofing of electrical cables, conduits, trays, etc, passing through fire barriers shall
conform to local codes and inspection authorities.
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Fire stop materials shall be asbestos free and have been tested in accordance with ASTM E84, E8-14, E -136 and UCL 1479.
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Fire stop and smoke seals shall be done in accordance with Section 07270.
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Approved manufacturers:
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Nelson Firestop Products
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Specseal
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Hilti firestop
1.16
INSPECTION
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Furnish a Certificate of Acceptance from the Inspection Authorities on completion of work.
Copies of Certificate shall be included in Maintenance Manuals.
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Certificate of Inspection and Approval shall be submitted before final payment may be
considered to be due.
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During the course of the project construction, the Consultant will carry out periodic site
reviews and prepare a deficiency list for remedial action by the Electrical Subcontractor.
When requested, the Electrical Contractor shall respond in writing to the Consultant, stating
corrective action and completion date for each item listed as deficient. This response shall be
in the hands of the Consultant within three working days of receipt of the Site Review Report.
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Contractor shall contact University Physical Plant Electrical Shop (204-474-6309) for rough-in
and final inspection.
1.17
INSULATION RESISTANCE TESTING
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Hi-pot all H.V. cable and equipment over 600 volts, to manufacturer’s specifications.
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Megger circuits, feeders and equipment up to 350V with a 500V instrument.
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Megger 350-600V circuits, feeders and equipment with a 1000V instrument.
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Check resistance to ground before energizing.
1.18
LABELS AND WARNING SIGNS
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Manufacturer’s nameplates and CSA labels shall be visible and legible after equipment is
installed.
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Provide warning signs on equipment, as required to meet the requirements of the Inspection
Authorities, including indication of multiple power sources.
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Provide quantity as required of buried cable sign reading “Buried Cable” and “Buried High
Voltage Cable”. Signs shall be installed at building structure/equipment and at locations as
directed on site and as per Canadian Electrical Code.
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LOAD BALANCE
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Measure phase current to panelboards with normal loads operating at time of measurement.
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Adjust branch circuit connections as required to obtain best balance of current between
phases and record changes.
Measure phase voltages at loads and adjust transformer taps to within 2% of rated voltage of
equipment.
Submit, at completion of work, a report listing phase and neutral currents on panelboards,
transformers and motor control centres, operating under normal load. State hour and date on
which each load was measured, and voltage at time of test.
Include load balance test results in maintenance manuals.
1.20
LOCATION OF OUTLETS
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Locate outlets as indicated.
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Do not install outlets back-to-back in wall.
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Drawings are schematic only and do not indicate all architectural or structural elements.
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Change location of outlets at no extra cost or credit, providing distance does not exceed 10'0" (3 m) and information is provided before installation.
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Locate light switches on latch side of doors.
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Vertically align outlets of different systems when shown in close proximity to each other and
occurring at different mounting heights.
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Coordinate mounting heights and location of all equipment with Architectural, Mechanical and
Structural Drawings prior to installation of rough-in boxes.
1.21
MAINTANENCE MATERIALS
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Provide maintenance materials as specified.
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Turn materials over to Owner in an orderly fashion upon completion of installation.
1.22
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
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Provide labour, materials, transportation, equipment and facilities, etc., required for the
complete electrical installation as indicated or implied on the drawings and specifications.
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Electrical equipment shall be new and of type and quality specified.
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Equipment and material shall be CSA certified, and manufactured to standards described.
Where there is no alternative to supplying equipment which is not CSA certified, obtain special
approval from the appropriate Inspection Departments.
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Request for approval of material, as equal, shall conform to this section of the specification.
1.23
MOUNTING HEIGHTS
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Mounting height of equipment is from finished floor to centre line of equipment unless
specified or indicated otherwise.
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If mounting height of equipment is not indicated, verify with Architect before proceeding with
installation.
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Install electrical equipment at the following heights unless indicated or directed otherwise (to
bottom of outlet):
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Outlets above counters: 6" (150 mm);
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General receptacles: 12" (310 mm).
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Receptacles in mechanical and shop areas: 40" (1.0 m).
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Switches, dimmers, push buttons, Luxo bracket: 48" (1.2 m).
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Fire alarm devices shall be installed as per CAN/ULC-S524-06 in conjunction with
City of Winnipeg by-laws
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Thermostats: 64” (1.65 m).
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Panelboards, annunciators, etc.: 78" (2.0 m) to top.
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Clock outlets: 84" (2.15 m).
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As per Architectural elevations.
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Heights as above or at bottom of nearest block or brick course.
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Voice/Data wall outlets: 36" (914 mm) vertical orientation.
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Receptacles mounted adjacent voice/data outlet. 36" (914mm) vertical orientation.
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Panelboards and other equipment which are to be surface mounted shall be installed on
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minimum 3/4" (19 mm) fir plywood mounting backboards. Treat backboards with wood
preservative prior to installation and paint with primer and two (2) coats gray enamel before
any equipment is mounted. Provide plywood mounted boards unless specified otherwise in
other sections.
Panelboards mounted on exterior concrete/block walls shall have minimum 3/4” air gap
behind enclosure (to minimize condensation).
All transformers, motor control centers and floor-mounted distribution panels shall be
mounted on 4" (100 mm) concrete housekeeping pads. The Electrical Contractors shall be
responsible for provision of these pads.
1.24
OPERATIONS AND MAINTANENCE DATA
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Refer to section 01810 Quality Commissioning Program for information regarding Building
Systems Manuals and Project Information manuals.
1.25
PERMITS, FEES
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Submit to Electrical Inspection Department and Supply Authority necessary number of
drawings and specifications for examinations and approval prior to commencement of work.
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Obtain all necessary permits required for the electrical installation.
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Pay all fees for permits and inspections as required for the electrical installation.
1.26
PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS
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As-Built drawings shall be completed and turned over to the UofM with-in 15 days after the
Final Inspection.
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Produce “As-Built” drawing(s) in the latest edition of AutoCAD format which are to be
submitted to the UofM Project Coordinator on CD.
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The Electronic drawing(s) shall bear the following statements in 2mm high text:
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The original drawings were stamped and sealed by (insert Consultants name and
date stamped).
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(Contractors Name) certify that these drawings are an accurate record of the
construction.
1.27
PROTECTION
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Protect exposed live equipment during construction for personnel safety.
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Shield and mark live part “LIVE ( ) VOLTS”, with appropriate voltage.
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Arrange for installation of temporary doors for rooms containing electrical distribution
equipment. Keep these doors locked except when under direct supervision.
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Provide guards for all electrical equipment in gymnasium or areas subject to damage.
1.28
QUALITY ASSURANCE
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Do complete installations in accordance with CSA C22.1-1998.
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While not identified and specified by number in this Division, comply with CSA Electrical
bulletins in force at time of tender submission. Comply with the requirements of all Provincial
and local laws, rules, ordinances and codes.
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Electrical installation shall be in accordance with the current edition of the Canadian Electrical
Code, Provincial and other codes, rules and regulations. Supply material and labour required
to meet the requirements of these codes, rules and regulations even though the work in not
shown on the drawings or mentioned in the specifications. Where the electrical installation
calls for better quality materials or construction than the minimum requirements of these
codes, rules and regulations, the electrical installation shall be as shown on the drawings and
as specified.
1.29
SHORT CIRCUIT/COORDINATION/ARC FLASH STUDY
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Provide a Short Circuit/Coordination/Arc Flash Study for service entrance equipment, main
distribution switchboard breakers and first level of sub-distribution (including 120/208V
transformers) to ensure proper short circuit capacity and proper selective coordination, and
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proper Arc Flash requirements. Study shall include Arc Flash approach boundaries, incident
energy levels, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. Submit a copy of the
Short Circuit/Coordination/Arc Flash Study to the Consultant with distribution shop drawings
and include one copy in each Maintenance Manual.
Ensure circuit protective devices such as over current trips, relays, fuses, are installed to
values and settings as recommended in the Study. Confirmation of all settings to be
forwarded to UofM Electrical Shop Manager – (204-474-6309) and signed off by the Electrical
Consultant.
Ensure equipment labels are provided indicating Arc Flash information for each piece of
studied equipment
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SPARE PARTS
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Assemble spare parts as specified.
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Include the following:
Part number.
Identification of equipment or system for which parts are applicable.
Installation instructions as applicable.
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Provide a written list complete with Owner’s signature assuring that spare parts have been
received by the Owner.
1.31
SPRINKLERPROOF EQUIPMENT
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All surface mounted electrical equipment located in sprinklered areas shall be sprinkler proof
and shall be provided with suitable hoods and shields.
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Entrance of conduits into the top of surface mount electrical panels/cabinets/distributions and
motor control centers shall utilize O-Rings and watertight connectors.
1.32
SUBMITTALS
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All Contractors shall provide shop drawings of equipment and material used to appropriate
consultant for review. Simultaneously three (3) copies are to be forwarded to the University of
Manitoba Physical Plant for review. Approved or non-approved copies or additional
comments shall be returned to consultants who will incorporate same into Consultant copies
and return same to the Architect, who will relay same to the General Contractor. All drawings
shall be in English with metric dimensions. Manufacture of equipment shall not commence
until shop drawings have been reviewed.
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Indicate details of construction, dimensions, capacities, weights and electrical performance
characteristics of equipment or material.
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Where applicable, include wiring, single line and schematic diagrams.
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Include wiring drawings or diagrams showing interconnection with work of other Sections.
Provide scaled drawings showing layout of all electrical equipment and coordination of same
with mechanical equipment in all electrical, electrical/mechanical and voice data rooms.
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Submit samples in accordance with General Conditions. Samples shall be forwarded to the
Consultant’s office. Pay all transportation costs to ship samples to Consultant’s office and
return. Approved samples will be retained until after tender closing, then all samples will be
returned except for the sample submitted by the manufacturer who has been listed by
successful Contractor in the Tender Documents. This sample will be used for comparison
with the actual products run of successful manufacturer.
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Submit shop drawings of service entrance equipment to Utilities.
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Material submitted for Consultant’s review shall bear Contractor’s, and where applicable,
Utility reviewed stamp and shall indicate they pertain to this specified project.
1.33
TEMPORARY POWER AND LIGHT
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The University of Manitoba will pay for the Hydro consumption for temporary power during
construction for temporary lighting and operating of power tools.
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Arrange for connection with University Project Coordinator. Contractor to pay all costs for
connection, maintenance and removal.
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Temporary power for electric cranes and other equipment requiring in excess of available
power is the responsibility of Contractor.
Provide and maintain temporary lighting throughout project.
1.34
TESTS
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Conduct and pay for tests including, but not limited to, the following systems:
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High voltage distribution equipment in accordance with relevant sections of
specification.
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Power generation and distribution system.
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Circuits originating from branch distribution panels.
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Lighting and its control.
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Motors, heaters and associated control equipment including sequenced operation of
systems where applicable.
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Systems: fire alarm, P.A., Emergency Lighting, as applicable.
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Grounding systems.
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Local area network systems.
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Furnish Manufacturer’s Certificate or letter confirming that entire installation, as it pertains to
each system, has been installed to manufacturer’s instructions. Submit letter in accordance
with this section.
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Carry out tests in presence of Consultant where directed.
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Provide instruments, meters, equipment and personnel required to conduct tests during and
at conclusion of project.
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Submit test results in Maintenance Manuals.
1.35
VOLTAGE RATINGS
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Operating voltages: to CAN3-C235-83.
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Motors, electric heating, control and distribution devices and equipment to operate
satisfactorily at 60 Hz within normal operating limits established by above standard.
Equipment shall operate in extreme operating conditions established in above standard
without damage to equipment.
1.36
WORKMANSHIP
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Install equipment, conduit and cables in a workmanlike manner to present a neat appearance
to the satisfaction of the Consultant/Owner. Install conduit and cable runs parallel and
perpendicular to building lines in chases, behind furring or above ceilings, where such
concealment is possible. In areas where systems are to be exposed, install neatly and group
in a tidy appearance.
.2
Install equipment/junction boxes and apparatus requiring maintenance, adjustment or
eventual replacement, with adequate clearances and accessibility for same.
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Include, in the work, all requirements shown on the shop drawings or manufacturer’s
installation instructions.
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Replace work unsatisfactory to the Consultant/Owner without extra cost.
1.37
VOLTAGE RATINGS
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Operating voltages: to CAN3-C235-83.
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Motors, electric heating, control and distribution devices and equipment to operate
satisfactorily at 60 Hz within normal operating limits established by above standard.
Equipment shall operate in extreme operating conditions established in above standard
without damage to equipment.
Date revised December 18, 2012
University of Manitoba
BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS
AND METHODS
Req. #
1.38
Section 16050
Page 10
ELECTRICAL PROJECT SUBMITTAL ITEM
Project #
#
Item
1
O&M Manuals for review 2 months prior to training (16050.1.6)
2
Certificates of Acceptance (16050.1.9)
3
Project Record Documents – As-constructed (16050.1.13)
4
Load Balance Test Results (16050.1.20)
5
Manufacturer’s Certificate confirming installation conforms to Manufacturer’s Instructions (16050.1.23.2)
6
HV Insulation Resistance Test Results (16050.1.24)
7
Short Circuit / Coordination / Arc Flash Study (16050.1.25)
8
Spare Parts Listing (16050.1.34)
9
List of Controls & Wiring for Mechanical Systems provided under the Electrical Contract (16151.3.4.6)
10
Motor Starters Maintenance Materials (16155.1.4)
11
Motor Control Center Arc Flash Study (16157.3.3)
12
Liquid Cooled Exterior Transformers – Test Results (16321.4.2)
13
High Voltage Switch Gear - Coordination Short Circuit Study (16411.1.8)
14
High Voltage Switch Gear – Switch Gear Tests (16411.3.2)
15
Bus Duct – Megger Readings (16444.3.1.7)
16
Ground Continuity & Resistance Test (16451.3.6.2)
17
Replacement Lamp Data per Luminaire (16500.1.2.3)
18
Low Voltage Lighting Control Tests (16510.3.2)
19
Card Access System Test results (16534.3.7)
20
Spare lamps for remote heads – emergency lighting (16535.1.4.2.1)
21
Ten year Warranty – Emergency lighting (16535.1.5)
22
Site Lighting – Lighting Levels 16550.2.2.3)
23
Standby Generator – Prototype test results (16613.1.6)
24
Standby Generator – Factory test Results (16613.1.7)
25
Standby Generator – Field test Results (16613.1.8)
26
Classroom Sound System Testing (16718.3.6)
27
Fire Alarm System Manuals (16723.1.3.3)
28
Fire Alarm System Certificate of Verification (16723.3.3.5)
29
Copper Wan & Riser System Record Drawings (16740.1.5)
30
Copper Wan & Riser System Tests (16740.3.2)
31
Copper Cat 6 data Testing (16741.3.2)
32
Fibre Optic testing (16742.2.6.1.A through K)
Received
Date revised December 18, 2012