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CONTROLS GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Section 15900
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PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
GENERAL
.1
All drawings and all sections of the specifications shall apply to and from an integral part of this
section.
.2
Contractor shall follow the TIA/EIA, IEEE (Data System Standards) for all network communication.
1.2
WORK INCLUDED
.1
Labour, material, plant, tools, equipment and services necessary and reasonably incidental to
completion of work.
.2
Provide system of automatic controls for systems noted.
.3
Installations to be in accordance with U of M standard details.
.4
Control equipment to be product of one Manufacturer unless otherwise specified.
.5
Prewired or prepiped controls on package equipment specified, is not included in this section.
1.3
WORK BY OTHER SECTIONS
.1
Section 15400 and Section 15700 to distribute and mount all pipe connected equipment including
valves, immersion controllers, thermometers, humidifiers, utility meters, flow switches etc. in their
respective locations, as supervised by Section 15910.
.2
Section 15800 to distribute and mount all motorized dampers, air measuring stations, etc. in their
respective locations, as supervised by Section 15910.
.3
Electrical wiring:
.1
Division 16 - Electrical to supply and install all conduit, wire and connections from the
distribution panels to line side of magnetic starters and thermal overload switches, and from
load side of starters and switches to motors.
.2
Division 16 - Electrical to supply and install conduit, wire and connection for line voltage
control devices on single phase equipment such as:
.1
Electric thermostats, pressure electric switches, aquastats for unit heaters.
.2
Float switches, pressure switches and alternators and mechanical wiring required
but not specified in this section of the specifications.
.3
All safety controls must be wired in series with both "HAND" and "AUTO" starter
switch positions to ensure against damage to equipment and/or system.
.4
Normal and/or emergency power source wiring to Section 15920 Panels and other
devices or groups of devices requiring 120 volt normal and/or emergency power
source.
1.4
ELECTRICAL WIRING PERFORMED BY SECTION 15910
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Supply and installation of all conduit, wire, electric relays, connections and other devices required for
control circuit wiring for systems as specified in Sections 15920, 15930, and 15950, whether line or
low voltage, shall be responsibility of Section 15910, except as noted above.
.2
Section 15910 shall either use own electricians, retain and pay for services of successful Division 16,
or use an Electrical Sub-Trade acceptable to Consultant to supply and install all conduit and wiring
for systems as specified.
.3
Factory trained service people in the employ of the Manufacturer, shall make final wiring connections
on all components, mount and electrically connect all controls.
.4
Electrical wiring shall be installed in conformance with CSA, ULC, Manitoba Building Code, and
standards set in Division 16 of this specification.
.5
Ensure that adequate conduit is installed during initial phases of construction, to accommodate total
systems requirements.
.6
Wire all safety controls in series with both "Hand" and "Auto" starter positions to ensure that systems
are properly protected.
.7
Section 15910 shall provide all other conduit and wiring required for Sections 15920 and 15950
systems operation, including tie-ins from Section 15900 supplied relays to motor starting circuits.
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1.5
PNEUMATIC WORK
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All tubing, related piping & equipment shall be installed by a qualified control fitter.
1.6
SUBMITTALS
.1
For non-DDC systems, submit control shop drawings and wiring diagrams with written sequences of
operation and components description to Consultant.
.2
Indicate on control diagrams: normal positions, model number, setting of proportional band, gain and
authority percent, setpoint and reset schedules, air piping and wiring layouts. Also show all specific
tie-ins with package and existing controls.
.3
Provide valve and damper schedules indicating tags size, configuration, capacity and locations.
.4
Provide technical literature on system components.
.5
Submit detailed drawings of control panel layout, control graphic illustration and construction
proposed.
1.7
IDENTIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT - GENERAL
.1
Use engraved black and white laminated plastic, 25mm (1”) x 65mm (2½"), at all pushbuttons,
thermostats, thermometers, panels, etc., supplied so as to clearly indicate service of particular
device. Does not apply to room thermostats. Manual switches, unless they come with standard
nameplates, and thermostats, thermometers, switches, etc., installed on local panels to be similarly
labelled.
.2
Excluding room thermostats, convector valves, ceiling reheat and radiant panel valves and damper
assemblies, provide Lamacoid identification plates fastened with rivets or self-tapping screws at all
equipment supplied by Section 15900 so as to clearly indicate service of particular device. All
manual switches, unless they come with standard nameplates, shall be similarly labelled.
.3
Equipment installed on surfaces of local panels shall be similarly labelled. Equipment mounted
inside local panels, must have permanent plate labels with self-tapping screws. Tape labels are not
acceptable.
.4
Identification plates, by Section 15900, to be white background with minimum 5mm high black
letters, unless specified otherwise. Electrical systems identification to be as per Section 16150.
.5
Information on Lamacoid identification plates to be consistent with "as-built" control drawings.
.6
Prior to Lamacoid fabrication, submit copies of control drawings and complete list of proposed
wording for each Lamacoid, for approval by Consultant and Owner. Include copy of approved
Lamacoid list in each Maintenance/Operating Manual.
.7
Substitute brass, or modify mounting on hot surface.
1.8
ABBREVIATIONS
.1
Refer to 15950 for abbreviations.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
CENTRAL AIR SUPPLY
.1
Utilize control air supply from existing central compressed air supply at a nominal 100 psig. oil free.
.2
Coordinate exact connection point with University of Manitoba.
.3
Provide adequately sized oil filter, and PRV c/w relief and check valves for control air.
.4
Provide upstream shut-off valve on connection to building compressed air service.
2.2
CONTROL AIR PIPING/TUBING
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Exposed compressed air piping to be hard drawn copper tubing.
.2
Copper tubing
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Copper tubing to be type "K" or "L"
.2
Joints:
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On lines up to 10mm (3/8") diameter and pressure at 210 kPa (30 psig) or less, 5050 or 95-5 solder joints may be used.
.2
On lines greater than 10mm (3/8") diameter or pressure greater than 210 kPa (30
psig), Sil-Fos all joints.
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2.3
Section 15900
Polyethylene tubing
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Polyethylene tubing may be substituted for copper in following application;
.1
In exposed areas single tube may be used in lengths of 900mm (36") or less. For
lengths in excess of 900mm (36") or in manufactured bundles, lines to be run in
enclosed trough or conduit.
.2
In concealed areas including ceiling spaces, individual or bundled tubing to be fixed
to building structure as noted below.
.3
In inaccessible concealed areas tubing and manufactured bundles to be run in
trough or conduit. Fitting connection shall not be made in these areas.
WIRING
.1
Use 18 ga twisted shielded pairs, Belden unless otherwise approved.
.2
Multi conductors may be utilized, each pair being shielded.
.3
All wiring to be fastened in place and not be allowed to sag or lie on floors, ceiling tiles, etc.
.4
Control components shall not be used to support wiring.
.5
Wiring to be fastened at control components and not be allowed to hang from equipment.
.6
Use LeGrand CAB cable markers at both ends, and in junction boxes, for all wires.
.7
See Field Work Section for network wiring.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
THERMOSTATS
.1
Locate thermostats and room sensors 165mm (63”) centre of thermostat above finished floor.
Coordinate with Owner and Architect for exact location. (Exception of handicap areas)
Avoid drafts, stagnant air, effects of other systems, obstructed location, and location exposed to
damage.
3.2
OWNER INSTRUCTION
.1
Upon completion of the work and acceptance by the Owner Section 15910 shall provide a minimum
of 24 hours of installation/operation information to the Owner’s designated operating personnel.
3.3
CABINETS
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Install in locations approved by Owner.
required.
3.4
Mount on free standing plywood back boards where
SYSTEM VERIFICATION
.1
Upon completion of the installation, the entire control system shall be adjusted, as required, in
complete operating condition to the Consultant's approval.
.2
Submit a report to the Consultant of final conditions and set points for non-DDC systems. Provide
technical support to Owner throughout the verification process.
.3
Reprogram at the end of verification to accommodate all the requested changes. Update
documentation and back-ups when system checks out 100 percent. Instruct the Owner as to the
revisions.
.4
Minimize interference with the existing CCMS, and obtain University of Manitoba approval before
starting system.
END OF SECTION 15900
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