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PART 1 - GENERAL
SUMMARY
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1.1
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Section Includes:
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2.
3.
1.2
Freestanding cartridge filters.
Off-floor cartridge filters.
Carbon filters.
ACTION SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
Retain paragraph below only for multiple-unit systems using carbon filters.
B.
Shop Drawings: For water filtration equipment. Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and
attachments to other work.
1.
Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required
clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field
connection.
Retain subparagraph below if equipment includes wiring.
2.
Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring.
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INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
Retain first paragraph below if required by seismic criteria applicable to Project. Coordinate with Sections
specifying mechanical vibration, supports, and seismic controls. See ASCE/SEI 7 for certification
requirements for equipment and components.
A.
Seismic Qualification Certificates: For [freestanding cartridge filters,] [carbon filters,]
accessories, and components, from manufacturer.
Retain first paragraph below only if required.
Certificates of Shop Inspections and Data Reports: For products required to have ASME label,
signed by product manufacturer.
C.
Welding certificates.
D.
Source quality-control reports.
E.
Field quality-control reports.
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CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
Operation and maintenance data.
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1.5
MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS
A.
Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1.
1.6
Cartridge-Filter Elements: Elements for cartridge filters equal to [200] [400] <Insert
number> percent of amount installed for each size and media indicated.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Retain "Welding Qualifications" Paragraph below if shop or field welding is required. If retaining, also
retain "Welding certificates" Paragraph in "Informational Submittals" Article.
A.
Welding Qualifications: Qualify processes and operators according to ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code.
B.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
C.
Comply with NSF 61 Annex G, "Drinking Water System Components - Health Effects," for all
components that will be in contact with potable water.
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PROJECT CONDITIONS
Feedwater Analysis:
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Feedwater Properties:
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Alkalinity: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Arsenic: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Calcium: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Chlorine: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Color: <Insert nephelometric turbidity units>.
Hydrogen-Ion Concentration: <Insert pH>.
Hardness: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Hydrogen Sulfide: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Iron: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Lead: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Magnesium: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Manganese: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Potassium: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Sand: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Silt: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Sodium: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Total Dissolved Solids: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Turbidity: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
<Insert characteristic>: <Insert value>.
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Inlet Water Pressure: <Insert psig (kPa)>.
Water Temperature: <Insert deg F (deg C)>.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
CARTRIDGE FILTERS
A.
Freestanding Cartridge Filters:
See Editing Instruction No. 1 in the Evaluations for cautions about naming manufacturers. Retain one of
first two subparagraphs and list of manufacturers below. See Section 016000 "Product Requirements."
1.
2.
<Double click here to find, evaluate, and insert list of manufacturers and products.>
Description: Simplex, floor-mounted housing with replaceable element(s) for removing
suspended particles from water.
a.
Housing: Corrosion resistant; designed to separate feedwater from filtrate and to
direct feedwater through water filter element(s); with element support(s) and base,
feet, or skirt.
Retain first subparagraph below for projects in seismic areas.
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3)
4)
b.
Fabricate supports and base, feet, or skirt and attachment to housing with
reinforcement strong enough to resist filter movement during a seismic
event when filter base is anchored to building structure.
Pipe Connections NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller: Threaded according to
ASME B1.20.1.
Steel Tank Pipe Connections NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and Larger: Steel,
Class 150 flanges according to ASME B16.5 or grooved according to
AWWA C606. Provide stainless-steel flanges if housing is stainless steel.
Plastic Housing Pipe Connections NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and Larger: 150-psig
(1035-kPa) plastic flanges.
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Element(s): Replaceable; of shape to fit housing.
If more than one freestanding cartridge filter is required on Project, delete subparagraph below and
schedule cartridge filters on Drawings.
Capacity and Characteristics:
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Filtrate Design Concentrations:
Retain only required data in list below; insert other data as needed.
Alkalinity: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Chlorine: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Color: <Insert nephelometric turbidity units>.
Hydrogen Sulfide: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Iron: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Manganese: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Sand: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Silt: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Turbidity: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
<Insert characteristic>: <Insert value>.
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b.
Filter Design:
1)
2)
3)
4)
c.
Continuous Flow: <Insert gpm (L/s)>.
Peak Flow: <Insert gpm (L/s)>.
Filtration Efficiency: [98] <Insert number> percent retention of suspended
particles [1] [10] [20] <Insert size> micrometers and larger from feedwater
of listed filtrate design concentrations.
Pressure Drop: Not to exceed [2 psig (14 kPa)] <Insert value> at filter
design flow rate when clean[ and <Insert value> when dirty].
Housing:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
Material: [Plastic] [Stainless steel] <Insert material>.
Pressure Rating: <Insert psig (kPa)>.
Seals: [NBR] <Insert material>.
Diameter: <Insert inches (mm)>.
Height or Length: <Insert inches (mm)>.
Inlet and Outlet Size: <Insert NPS (DN)>.
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Drain Size: [Not applicable] <Insert NPS (DN)>.
Elements:
1)
2)
3)
Number Required: [One] [Two] <Insert number>.
Nominal Diameter: <Insert inches (mm)>.
Nominal Length: <Insert inches (mm)>.
B.
Off-Floor Cartridge Filters:
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4)
Media: [Activated charcoal] [or] [ground charcoal].
5)
Media: [Pleated polyester] [or] [pleated PP].
6)
Media: [Wound polyester] [or] [wound PP].
7)
Media: <Insert material>.
1.
2.
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See Editing Instruction No. 1 in the Evaluations for cautions about naming manufacturers. Retain one of
first two subparagraphs and list of manufacturers below. See Section 016000 "Product Requirements."
<Double click here to find, evaluate, and insert list of manufacturers and products.>
Description: Simplex, [in-line] [wall-mounted] housing with replaceable element for
removing suspended particles from water.
Housing: Corrosion resistant; designed to separate feedwater from filtrate and to
direct feedwater through water filter element; with element support.
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1)
Pipe Connections: Threaded according to ASME B1.20.1.
Retain first subparagraph below only if filters are wall-mounted type.
2)
Support: Wall bracket.
b.
Element: Replaceable; of shape to fit housing.
If more than one off-floor cartridge filter is required on Project, delete subparagraph below and schedule
cartridge filters on Drawings.
3.
Capacity and Characteristics:
a.
Filtrate Design Concentrations:
Retain only required data in list below; insert other data as needed.
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
Alkalinity: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Chlorine: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Color: <Insert nephelometric turbidity units>.
Hydrogen Sulfide: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Iron: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Manganese: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Sand: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Silt: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Turbidity: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
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Filter Design:
4)
Housing:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
d.
Continuous Flow: <Insert gpm (L/s)>.
Peak Flow: <Insert gpm (L/s)>.
Filtration Efficiency: [98] <Insert number> percent retention of suspended
particles [1] [10] [20] <Insert size> micrometers and larger from feedwater
of listed filtrate design concentrations.
Pressure Drop: Not to exceed [2 psig (14 kPa)] <Insert value> at filter
design flow rate when clean[ and <Insert value> when dirty].
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c.
<Insert characteristic>: <Insert value>.
Material: [PE or PP] [Plastic] [Stainless steel] <Insert material>.
Pressure Rating: <Insert psig (kPa)>.
Seals: [NBR] <Insert material>.
Diameter: <Insert inches (mm)>.
Height or Length: <Insert inches (mm)>.
Inlet and Outlet Size: <Insert NPS (DN)>.
Drain Size: [Not applicable] <Insert NPS (DN)>.
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Nominal Diameter: <Insert inches (mm)>.
Nominal Length: <Insert inches (mm)>.
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2)
Retain one of four subparagraphs below.
3)
Media: [Activated charcoal] [or] [ground charcoal].
4)
Media: [Pleated polyester] [or] [pleated PP].
5)
Media: [Wound polyester] [or] [wound PP].
6)
Media: <Insert material>.
2.2
CARBON FILTERS
See Editing Instruction No. 1 in the Evaluations for cautions about naming manufacturers. Retain one of
first two paragraphs and list of manufacturers below. See Section 016000 "Product Requirements."
A.
<Double click here to find, evaluate, and insert list of manufacturers and products.>
B.
Description: Simplex carbon filter, with media tank, media, and automatic backwash for
[removing chlorine from] [and] [improving color, odor, and taste of] <Insert application>
water.
1.
Media Tank: Corrosion resistant with distribution system and media.
a.
Construction:
Retain first subparagraph below to require steel or stainless-steel tanks to be ASME labeled; delete for
non-code construction.
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Fabricate and label steel filter tanks to comply with ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1.
Retain first subparagraph below to require FRP tanks to be ASME labeled; delete for non-code
construction.
2)
Fabricate and label FRP filter tanks to comply with ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code, Section X, if indicated.
Controls: Automatic for control of backwash; factory wired for single, external electrical
connection.
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Retain first subparagraph below for projects in seismic areas.
3)
Fabricate supports and base and attachment to tank with reinforcement
strong enough to resist filter movement during a seismic event when filter
base is anchored to building structure.
4)
Pipe Connections NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller: Threaded according to
ASME B1.20.1.
5)
Steel Tank Pipe Connections NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and Larger: Steel,
Class 150 flanges according to ASME B16.5 or grooved according to
AWWA C606. Provide stainless-steel flanges if tank is stainless steel.
6)
FRP Tank Pipe Connections NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and Larger: Type A,
integral; [Designation E, 125-psig (0.862-MPa)] [or] [Designation F, 150psig (1.034-MPa)] pressure category flanges of grade same as tank material
according to ASTM D 5421.
7)
Support: Base, feet, or skirt.
a.
b.
Panel: NEMA 250, Type [4] <Insert type> enclosure.
Backwash Initiation Device: [Differential pressure gages] [Electric time clock]
[Water meter].
If more than one carbon filter is required on Project, delete paragraph below and schedule carbon filters
on Drawings.
C.
Capacity and Characteristics:
1.
Filtrate Design Concentrations:
Retain only required data in list below. For public utility water, only chlorine concentration may be
required. For water from a well, all or most data may be required.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
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Alkalinity: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Chlorine: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Color: <Insert nephelometric turbidity units>.
Hydrogen-Ion Concentration: <Insert pH>.
Hydrogen Sulfide: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Iron: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Manganese: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Total Dissolved Solids: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
Turbidity: <Insert ppm (mg/L)>.
<Insert characteristic>: <Insert value>.
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Filter Design:
a.
b.
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Continuous Flow: <Insert gpm (L/s)>.
Flow Rate: <Insert gpm/sq. ft. (L/s per sq. m)> of media cross-sectional area.
Peak Flow: <Insert gpm (L/s)>.
Filtration Efficiency: [98] <Insert number> percent retention of suspended
particles [20] [40] <Insert size> micrometers and larger from feedwater of listed
filtrate design concentrations.
Pressure Drop: Not to exceed [2 psig (14 kPa)] <Insert value> at filter design
flow rate when clean[ and <Insert value> when dirty].
Backwash Flow: <Insert gpm (L/s)>.
Retain one of first three subparagraphs below to match backwash initiation device selected above.
4.
5.
6.
Filter Backwash Interval: <Insert psig (kPa)> pressure drop measured by differential
pressure gages.
Filter Backwash Interval: <Insert number> days measured by time clock.
Filter Backwash Interval: <Insert gal. (cu. m)> measured by water meter.
Media Tank:
a.
Material: [Carbon steel with NSF 61 Annex G lining material] [FRP] [Stainless
steel].
Pressure Rating: <Insert psig (kPa)>.
Media: [Activated charcoal] [Ground charcoal] <Insert material>.
Media Quantity: <Insert cu. ft. (cu. m)>.
Diameter: <Insert inches (mm)>.
Height: <Insert inches (mm)>.
Inlet and Outlet Size: <Insert NPS (DN)>.
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Unit Electrical Characteristics:
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Volts: [120] [240] [277] [480] <Insert value>.
Phase: [Single] [Three].
Hertz: [60] <Insert value>.
Full-Load Amperes: <Insert value>.
Minimum Circuit Ampacity: <Insert value>.
Maximum Overcurrent Protection: <Insert amperage>.
SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
Retain this article for carbon and sand filters and for separators.
A.
Before shipping, hydrostatically test carbon filters to minimum of one and one-half times
pressure rating.
B.
Prepare test reports.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
EQUIPMENT MOUNTING
Retain "Equipment Mounting" Paragraph for equipment supported on slabs-on-grade.
CARTRIDGE-FILTER INSTALLATION
A.
Install cartridge filters level and plumb, according to layout drawings, original design, and
referenced standards. Maintain manufacturer's recommended clearances. Arrange units so
controls and devices needing service are accessible.
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Equipment Mounting: Install filters, except wall-mounted cartridge filters on concrete bases.
Comply with requirements for concrete bases specified in [Section 033000 "Cast-in-Place
Concrete."] [Section 033053 "Miscellaneous Cast-in-Place Concrete."]
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A.
Retain first paragraph below for cast-in-place concrete equipment base.
B.
Equipment Mounting: Install freestanding cartridge filters on concrete base. Comply with
requirements for concrete base specified in [Section 033000 "Cast-in-Place Concrete."]
[Section 033053 "Miscellaneous Cast-in-Place Concrete."]
Exception: Omit concrete bases if installation directly on floor is indicated.
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Attach wall brackets for off-floor, wall-mounted, cartridge filter to vertical surface. Attach
housing(s), and base if any, to wall bracket.
D.
Install housings for off-floor, in-line, cartridge filters in piping.
E.
Install filter elements in cartridges.
Retain paragraph below for Project in a seismic area. Insert special requirements for seismic restraints
here or detail on Drawings.
F.
3.3
Install seismic restraints for freestanding cartridge-filter housings and anchor to building
structure.
CARBON-FILTER INSTALLATION
A.
Install carbon filters on concrete base. Comply with requirements for concrete base specified in
[Section 033000 "Cast-in-Place Concrete."] [Section 033053 "Miscellaneous Cast-in-Place
Concrete."]
B.
Prepare carbon-filter tank distribution system and underbed, if any, for filter media and place
specified media into tanks.
Retain paragraph below for Project in a seismic area. Insert special requirements for seismic restraints
here or detail on Drawings.
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Install seismic restraints for carbon-filter housings and anchor to building structure.
CONNECTIONS
Coordinate piping installations and specialty arrangements with schematics on Drawings and with
requirements specified in piping systems. If Drawings are explicit enough, these requirements may be
reduced or omitted.
Comply with requirements for piping specified in Section 221116 "Domestic Water Piping."
Drawings indicate general arrangement of piping, fittings, and specialties.
B.
Install piping adjacent to equipment to allow service and maintenance.
C.
Make piping connections between water filtration equipment and dissimilar-metal water piping
with dielectric fittings. Comply with requirements for dielectric fittings specified in
Section 221116 "Domestic Water Piping."
D.
Install shutoff valves on feedwater-inlet and filtrate-outlet piping of each water filtration
equipment filter[ and on inlet and outlet headers].
1.
Comply with requirements for metal general-duty valves specified in Section 220523.12
"Ball Valves for Plumbing Piping," Section 220523.13 "Butterfly Valves for Plumbing
Piping," and Section 220523.15 "Gate Valves for Plumbing Piping."
Comply with requirements for plastic valves specified in Section 221116 "Domestic
Water Piping."
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Retain subparagraph below if factory-installed valves are acceptable.
3.
Exception: Water filtration equipment with factory-installed shutoff valves at locations
indicated.
E.
Install pressure gages on feedwater-inlet and filtrate-outlet piping of each water filtration
equipment filter. Comply with requirements for pressure gages specified in Section 220519
"Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping."
Retain first subparagraph below if factory-installed valves are acceptable.
1.
Exception: Water filtration equipment with factory-installed pressure gages at locations
indicated.
Retain subparagraph below if pressure gages are not required.
2.
Exception: Cartridge water filters.
F.
Install valved bypass water piping around each water filtration equipment filter.
1.
2.
Comply with requirements for metal general-duty valves specified in Section 220523.12
"Ball Valves for Plumbing Piping," Section 220523.13 "Butterfly Valves for Plumbing
Piping," Section 220523.14 "Check Valves for Plumbing Piping," and Section 220523.15
"Gate Valves for Plumbing Piping."
Comply with requirements for plastic valves specified in Section 221116 "Domestic
Water Piping."
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Comply with requirements for water piping specified in Section 221116 "Domestic Water
Piping."
Retain subparagraph below if bypass is not required.
4.
Exception: Cartridge water filtration equipment.
G.
IDENTIFICATION
A.
3.6
Identify system components. Comply with requirements for identification specified in
Section 220553 "Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment."
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
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tests, and adjustments.
Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect, test,
and adjust components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections.
Retain first paragraph below to require Contractor to perform tests and inspections.
Perform tests and inspections.
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Retain subparagraph below to require a factory-authorized service representative to assist Contractor with
inspections, tests, and adjustments.
1.
Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to
inspect components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections, and
to assist in testing.
Retain first paragraph below to describe tests and inspections to be performed.
C.
Tests and Inspections:
1.
Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test for leaks. Repair leaks and retest
until no leaks exist.
Retain first subparagraph below only for units with pump, controls, or electrical devices.
2.
Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to confirm
proper unit operation.
Retain subparagraph below only for units with controls or other devices.
3.
Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and
equipment.
See Section 014000 "Quality Requirements" for retesting and reinspecting requirements and
Section 017300 "Execution" for requirements for correcting the Work.
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D.
Domestic water filtration equipment will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and
inspections.
E.
Prepare test and inspection reports.
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