SECTION 16140
WIRING DEVICES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.02
1.03
SUMMARY
A.
This Section includes receptacles, cord and plug sets, switches, dimmers, finish plates,
floor service fittings, poke-through assemblies, multi-outlet assemblies, and telephone/power service poles.
B.
Related Section may include but are not limited to the following:
1.
Division 16 Section “Conductors and Cables.”
2.
Division 16 Section “Raceways.”
3.
Division 16 Section “Boxes, Enclosures, and Cabinets.”
ABBREVIATIONS
A.
1.04
1.05
1.06
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
GFCI or GFI: Ground-fault circuit interrupter.
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each product required on the project.
B.
Maintenance Data: For materials and products to include in maintenance manuals specified in Division 1.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in
NFPA 70, Article 100, by UL or by a testing agency acceptable to Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
B.
Comply with NEMA WD 1.
C.
Comply with NFPA 70.
COORDINATION
A.
Receptacles for Owner-Furnished Equipment: Match plug configurations.
1.
Cord and Plug Sets: Match equipment requirements.
2.
Color of devices as selected by Architect.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01
MANUFACTURERS
A.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1.
Wiring Devices:
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a.
b.
c.
d.
2.
2.02
2.03
Multioutlet Assemblies:
a.
As specified on the drawings.
RECEPTACLES
A.
Catalog numbers given in the following paragraphs are Hubbell, (except as indicated).
Equivalent devices by one of the manufacturers listed above are acceptable.
B.
Straight-Blade, 20 Ampere, Duplex Type: 5-20R series HBL5352.
C.
Straight-Blade, 20 Ampere, Hospital Grade, Duplex Type: 5-20R series HBL8300.
D.
Straight-Blade, 20 Ampere, Hospital Grade, Tamper Resistant, Duplex Type: 5-20R series HBL8300SG.
E.
Straight-Blade, 20 Ampere, Feed-Through GFCI, Specification-Grade, Duplex Type: 520R series GF5352.
F.
Straight-Blade, 20 Ampere, Isolate-Ground, Heavy-Duty, Duplex Type: 5-20R series
IG5362.
G.
Twist-Lock: As specified on the drawings.
H.
Industrial Heavy-Duty Receptacles: As specified on the drawings.
I.
Range Outlet: Black phenolic, 14-50R series HBL9450A.
J.
Dryer Outlet: Brown phenolic 14-30R series HBL9430A.
K.
Clock Outlet with Hanger: Brown phenolic 5-15R series HBL5235.
L.
Special Receptacles: As specified on the drawings.
PENDANT CORD/CONNECTOR DEVICES
A.
Description: Matching, locking type, plug and receptacle body connector, NEMA WD 6,
Configurations as specified on the drawings.
1.
Body: Nylon with screw-open cable-gripping jaws and provision for attaching external cable grip.
2.
2.04
Bryant Electric, Inc.
Hubbell, Inc.; Wiring Devices Div.
Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Cooper Industries, Wiring Device Products.
External Cable Grip: Woven wire-mesh type made of high-strength galvanizedsteel wire stranded, matched to cable diameter, and with attachment provision
designed for corresponding connector.
CORD AND PLUG SETS
A.
Description: Configurations as specified on the drawings, to match voltage and current
ratings of equipment being connected.
1.
Attachment Plug Construction: Conform to NEMA WD1.
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2.05
2.06
SWITCHES
A.
Catalog numbers given in the following paragraphs are Hubbell, (except as indicated).
Equivalent devices by one of the manufacturers listed under “Manufacturers” section
above are acceptable.
B.
Snap Switches: Heavy-duty, quiet type, 20 ampere, 120/277-V ac.
1.
Single-pole single-throw: Series 1221.
3.
Three-way: Series 1223.
4.
Four-way: Series 1224.
5.
Switch with red pilot handle: Series HBL1221PL.
6.
Key switch with tumbler lock and stainless steel plate:
a.
Single-pole single-throw: Arrow Hart series 1181.
b.
Double-pole single throw: Arrow Hart series 1182.
c.
Three-way: Arrow Hart series 1183.
d.
Cover plate: Arrow Hart series 1188.
D.
Dimmer Switches: As specified on the drawings.
WALL PLATES
Single and combination types to match corresponding wiring devices.
1.
Plate-Securing Screws: Metal with head color to match plate finish.
2.
Material for Finished Spaces: Nylon, color to match device(s).
3.
Material for Unfinished Spaces: Galvanized steel.
Exterior Locations: Cover plates shall be weatherproof in-use type.
FLOOR SERVICE FITTINGS
A.
Type: As specified on the drawings.
MULTIOUTLET ASSEMBLIES
A.
2.09
Single-pole double-throw, momentary contact, center off: Series HBL1557.
Combination Switch and Receptacle: Both devices in a single gang unit with plaster ears
and removable tab connector that permit separate or common feed connection.
B.
2.08
2.
C.
A.
2.07
Cord Construction: NFPA 70, multiconductor flexible cord with identified equipment ground conductor, suitable for use in damp locations, lengths as required.
Components of Assemblies: Products from a single manufacturer designed for use as a
complete, matching assembly of raceways and receptacles as specified on the drawings.
FINISHES
A.
Color: As selected by Architect, unless otherwise required by Code.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01
3.02
INSTALLATION
A.
Install devices and assemblies plumb and secure.
B.
Install wall plates when painting is complete.
C.
Install wall dimmers to achieve indicated rating after derating for ganging as instructed by
manufacturer.
D.
Do not share neutral conductor on load side of dimmers.
E.
Arrangement of Devices: Unless otherwise indicated, mount flush, with long dimension
vertical, and grounding terminal of receptacles on top. Group adjacent switches under
single, multi-gang wall plates.
1.
If vertical mounting is required, install ground pin to the left.
F.
Mounting Heights: Dimensions given are from finished floor to centerline of outlets. Adjust heights of outlets in masonry walls per Division 16 Section “Boxes, Enclosures, and
Cabinets.” Notations on drawings supersede the following:
1.
Wall Switches:………………………………… 3 feet – 8 inches
2.
Convenience Outlets:………………………….*1 foot – 6 inches
3.
Kitchen and Workroom Wall Outlets:……….. *3 feet – 8 inches
4.
Standard Communication Outlets:…..……….*1 foot – 6 inches
5.
Communication Outlet marked as Wall…… 4 feet – 6 inches
6.
Clock outlets:…………………………………….7 feet – 0 inches or as noted.
* Except over counters, benches, special equipment, baseboards, fin tube
radiators, etc., where they shall be at a height to prevent interference to
service equipment or as noted on the drawings.
G.
Protect devices and assemblies during painting.
H.
Adjust locations at which floor service outlets and telephone/power service poles are installed to suit arrangement of partitions and furnishings.
IDENTIFICATION
A.
3.03
Comply with Division 16 Section "Electrical Identification."
1.
Switches: Where three or more switches are ganged, and elsewhere as indicated, identify each switch with approved legend engraved on wall plate.
CONNECTIONS
A.
Connect wiring device grounding terminal to branch-circuit equipment grounding conductor.
B.
Isolated-Ground Receptacles: Connect to isolated-ground conductor routed to designated isolated equipment ground terminal of electrical system.
C.
Tighten electrical connectors and terminals according to manufacturers published torquetightening values. If manufacturers torque values are not indicated, use those specified
in UL 486A and UL 486B.
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3.05
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.
Test wiring devices for proper polarity and ground continuity.
B.
Test GFCI operation with both local and remote fault simulations according to manufacturer's written instructions.
C.
Replace damaged or defective components.
CLEANING
A.
Internally clean devices, device outlet boxes, and enclosures. Replace stained or improperly painted wall plates or devices.
END OF SECTION
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