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SECTION 260500
COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
1.3
Section Includes:
1.
Electrical equipment coordination and installation.
2.
Raceways.
3.
Common electrical installation requirements.
4.
Building wire and connectors.
5.
Supporting devices for electrical components.
6.
Electrical identification.
7.
Cutting and patching for electrical construction.
8.
Touchup painting.
9.
Workmanship.
10.
Coordination drawings.
11.
Rough-ins.
12.
Electrical installations.
13.
Cutting and patching.
14.
Submittals.
15.
Record documents.
16.
Maintenance manuals.
DEFINITIONS
A.
EPDM: Ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer rubber.
B.
NBR: Acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber.
C.
PVC: Polyvinyl chloride.
D.
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
E.
NFPA: National Fire Protection Association.
F.
EPA: Environmental Protection Agency
G.
KW: Kilo watts.
H.
NECA: National Electrical Contractor Association
I.
EMT: Electrical metallic tubing.
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FMC: Flexible metal conduit.
K.
IMC: Intermediate metal conduit.
L.
LFMC: Liquidtight flexible metal conduit.
M.
RNC: Rigid nonmetallic conduit.
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SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: Follow the procedure specified in Division 1 Section “Submittals”.
B.
Additional copies may be required by individual sections of these Specifications.
1.5
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,
Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for
intended use.
B.
Comply with NFPA 70.
1.6
COORDINATION
A.
Sequence, coordinate, and integrate installing electrical materials and equipment for efficient
flow of the Work.
B.
Where electrical identification devices are applied to field-finished surfaces, coordinate
installation of identification devices with completion of finished surface.
C.
Verify voltage, phase and amps of all equipment, prior to rough-in phase of project.
1.7
WORKMANSHIP
A.
All materials and equipment shall be installed in accordance with the recommendations of the
manufacturer to conform to the contract documents. The installation shall be accomplished by
workmen skilled in the type of work involved.
B.
The Electrical Contractor shall have a licensed or certified Master Electrician assigned to direct
the electrical work and to coordinate work with the General Contractor and other trades.
Furthermore, a licensed or certified journeyman electrician shall be assigned to supervise the
actual performance of all electrical work under Division 26. All installers must be certified
journeymen.
1.
All workmen doing electrical work of any nature must at all times carry their electrician's
license with them and show it upon request.
2.
The licensed or certified journeyman assigned to supervise the performance of Division
26 electrical work, shall be required to be on the job site at all times, while Division 26
work is being performed.
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C.
The installation shall conform to the applicable rules of the National Electrical Code and
National Electrical Safety Code except where more stringent requirements are noted in these
specifications. Conflicts shall be brought to the attention of the Architect/Engineer.
D.
The Contractor and Sub-contractors shall comply with OSHA and EPA Standards while in the
performance of this contract.
1.8
SUBSTITUTIONS
A.
The equipment specified carries brand names and catalog numbers and shall be interpreted as
establishing a standard of quality. Use only specified items or those listed by addenda.
B.
Any conflict arising from the use of substituted equipment shall be the responsibility of the
supplier, who shall bear all costs required to make the equipment comply with the intent of the
plans and specifications.
C.
At the option of the Architect/Engineer, samples may be required for non-standard items
before installation during construction.
D.
No materials or apparatus shall be substituted after the bid opening except where the
equipment manufacturer has been discontinued or delivery becomes a problem, then written
approval of the Architect/Engineer is required.
1.9
RECORD DOCUMENTS
A.
A. Prepare record documents in accordance with the requirements in Division 1 Section
"PROJECT CLOSEOUT." In addition to the requirements specified in Division 1, indicate
installed conditions for:
1.
Major raceway systems, size, and location, for both exterior and interior; locations of
control devices; distribution and branch electrical circuitry; and fuse and circuit breaker
size and arrangements.
2.
Equipment locations (exposed and concealed), dimensioned from prominent building
lines.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS (not used)
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
COMMON REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
A.
Equipment: Install to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or replacement of components
of both electrical equipment and other nearby installations. Connect in such a way as to
facilitate future disconnecting with minimum interference with other items in the vicinity.
B.
Right of Way: Give to piping systems installed at a required slope.
C.
Materials and Components: Install level, plumb, and parallel and perpendicular to other building
systems and components, unless otherwise indicated.
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Materials and Components: Install level, plumb, and parallel and perpendicular to other building
systems and components, unless otherwise indicated.
DEMOLITION
A.
Protect existing electrical equipment and installations indicated to remain. If damaged or
disturbed in the course of the Work, remove damaged portions and install new products of
equal capacity, quality, and functionality.
B.
Accessible Work: Remove exposed electrical equipment and installations, indicated to be
demolished, in their entirety.
C.
Abandoned Work: Cut and remove buried raceway and wiring, indicated to be abandoned in
place, 2 inches below the surface of adjacent construction. Cap raceways and patch surface to
match existing finish.
D.
Remove demolished material from Project site.
E.
Remove, store, clean, reinstall, reconnect, and make operational components indicated for
relocation.
F.
Contractor shall remove lamps and ballasts from the existing light fixtures and dispose them in
the owner furnished containers.
3.3
CUTTING AND PATCHING
A.
Cut, channel, chase, and drill floors, walls, partitions, ceilings, and other surfaces required to
permit electrical installations. Perform cutting by skilled mechanics of trades involved.
B.
Repair and refinish disturbed finish materials and other surfaces to match adjacent undisturbed
surfaces. Install new fireproofing where existing firestopping has been disturbed. Repair and
refinish materials and other surfaces by skilled mechanics of trades involved.
C.
Repair conduit and system that have been disturbed or broken, see 3.6B.
3.4
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.
3.5
Inspect installed components for damage and faulty work, including the following:
1.
Raceways.
2.
Building wire and connectors.
3.
Supporting devices for electrical components.
4.
Electrical identification.
5.
Electrical demolition.
6.
Cutting and patching for electrical construction.
7.
Touchup painting.
REFINISHING AND TOUCHUP PAINTING
A.
Refinish and touch up paint. Paint materials and application requirements are specified in
Division 9 Section "Painting."
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Repair damage to galvanized finishes with zinc-rich paint recommended by
manufacturer.
Repair damage to PVC or paint finishes with matching touchup coating recommended by
manufacturer.
CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A.
On completion of installation, including outlets, fittings, and devices, inspect exposed finish.
Remove burrs, dirt, paint spots, and construction debris.
B.
Protect equipment and installations and maintain conditions to ensure that coatings, finishes,
and cabinets are without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.
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SECTION 260519
LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
This Section includes the following:
1.
2.
1.3
Building wires and cables rated 600 V and less.
Connectors, splices, and terminations rated 600 V and less.
DEFINITIONS
A.
EPDM: Ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer rubber.
B.
NBR: Acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber.
C.
NFPA: National Fire Prevention Association
D.
ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials
E.
NEMA: National electrical Manufacturers Association
F.
NETA: National Educational Telecommunications Association
1.4
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
B.
Qualification Data: For testing agency.
C.
Field quality-control test reports.
1.5
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,
Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for
intended use.
B.
Comply with NFPA 70.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
A.
Manufacturers:
following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
American Insulated Wire Corp.; a Leviton Company.
General Cable Corporation.
Senator Wire & Cable Company.
Southwire Company.
B.
Refer to Part 3 “Conductor Insulation and Multiconductor Cable Applications and Wiring
Methods” Article for insulation type, cable construction and ratings.
C.
Copper Conductors: Comply with NEMA WC 70.
D.
Conductor Material: Copper complying with NEMA WC 5 stranded conductor.
conductors are not allowed on this project.
E.
Conductor Insulation Types: Type THHN-THWN complying with NEMA WC 5.
F.
Minimum Conductor Size (power conductors): #12 AWG
G.
MC-Cable or Romex cables shall not be allowed in this project.
2.2
Aluminum
CONNECTORS AND SPLICES
A.
Manufacturers:
following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
AFC Cable Systems, Inc.
Hubbell Power Systems, Inc.
O-Z/Gedney; EGS Electrical Group LLC.
3M; Electrical Products Division.
Tyco Electronics Corp.
B.
Description: Factory-fabricated connectors and splices of size, ampacity rating, material, type,
and class for application and service indicated.
C.
Refer to Part 3 "Conductor and Insulation Applications" Article for insulation type, cable
construction, and ratings.
D.
Conductor Material: Copper complying with NEMA WC 5 stranded conductor.
conductors are not allowed on this project.
E.
Conductor Insulation Types: Type THHN-THWN complying with NEMA WC 5.
F.
Minimum Conductor Size (power conductors): #12 AWG.
G.
MC and NM (Romex) cables shall not be used on this project.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
CONDUCTOR MATERIAL APPLICATIONS
A.
3.2
Branch Circuits: Copper. Stranded for all conductor sizes, unless otherwise indicated.
CONDUCTOR INSULATION AND MULTICONDUCTOR CABLE APPLICATIONS AND
WIRING METHODS
A.
Exposed Branch Circuits, Including in Crawlspaces: Type THHN-THWN, single conductors in
raceway.
B.
Branch Circuits Concealed in Ceilings, Walls, and Partitions:
conductors in raceway.
C.
Cord Drops and Portable Appliance Connections: Type SO, hard service cord with stainlesssteel, wire-mesh, strain relief device at terminations to suit application.
D.
Fire Alarm Circuits: Type THHN-THWN, in single raceway, unless specified otherwise in
Section 28, ”Digital, Addressable Fire Alarm System”.
E.
Class 1 Control Circuits: Type THHN-THWN, in raceway.
F.
Class 2 Control Circuits: Type THHN-THWN, in raceway.
3.3
Type THHN-THWN, single
INSTALLATION OF CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
A.
Conceal cables in finished walls, ceilings, and floors, unless otherwise indicated.
B.
Use manufacturer-approved pulling compound or lubricant where necessary; compound used
must not deteriorate conductor or insulation. Do not exceed manufacturer's recommended
maximum pulling tensions and sidewall pressure values.
C.
Use pulling means, including fish tape, cable, rope, and basket-weave wire/cable grips, that will
not damage cables or raceway.
D.
Install exposed cables parallel and perpendicular to surfaces of exposed structural members,
and follow surface contours where possible.
E.
Support cables according to Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems."
F.
Identify and color-code conductors and cables according to Division 26 Section "Identification
for Electrical Systems."
3.4
CONNECTIONS
A.
Wiring at Outlets: Install conductor at each outlet, with at least 12 inches of slack.
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SECTION 260526
GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
1.3
This Section includes methods and materials for grounding systems and equipment.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Comply with UL 467 for grounding and bonding materials and equipment.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
MANUFACTURERS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1. Grounding Conductors, Cables, Connectors, and Rods:
a. Chance/Hubbell.
b. Copperweld Corp.
c. Erico Inc.; Electrical Products Group.
d. Framatome Connectors/Burndy Electrical.
e. Harger Lightning Protection, Inc.
f. Heary Brothers Lightning Protection Co.
g. Kearney/Cooper Power Systems.
h. Korns: C. C. Korns Co.; Division of Robroy Industries.
i. Lyncole XIT Grounding.
j. O-Z/Gedney Co.; a business of the EGS Electrical Group.
k. Raco, Inc.; Division of Hubbell.
l. Thomas & Betts, Electrical.
2.2
CONDUCTORS
A.
Insulated Conductors: Copper or tinned-copper wire or cable insulated for 600 V unless
otherwise required by applicable Code or authorities having jurisdiction.
B.
Bare Copper Conductors:
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Solid Conductors: ASTM B 3.
Stranded Conductors: ASTM B 8.
CONNECTORS
A.
Listed and labeled by a nationally recognized testing laboratory acceptable to authorities having
jurisdiction for applications in which used, and for specific types, sizes, and combinations of
conductors and other items connected.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
APPLICATIONS
A.
Conductors: Stranded for all conductor sizes, unless otherwise indicated.
B.
Use only copper conductors for both insulated and bare grounding conductors in direct contact
with earth, concrete, masonry, crushed stone, and similar materials.
C.
In raceways, use insulated equipment grounding conductors.
D.
Equipment Grounding Conductor Terminations: Use bolted pressure clamps.
3.2
EQUIPMENT GROUNDING
A.
Comply with NFPA 70, Article 250, for types, sizes, and quantities of equipment grounding
conductors, unless specific types, larger sizes, or more conductors than required by NFPA 70
are indicated.
B.
Install insulated equipment grounding conductors with all branch circuits.
C.
Install insulated equipment grounding conductors with the following items, in addition to those
required by NFPA 70:
1.
2.
Lighting circuits
Receptacle circuits.
D.
Computer Outlet Circuits: Install insulated equipment-grounding conductor in branch-circuit
runs from computer-area power panels or power-distribution units.
E.
Nonmetallic Raceways: Install an equipment-grounding conductor in nonmetallic raceways
unless they are designated for telephone or data cables.
3.3
CONNECTIONS
A.
Equipment Grounding Conductor Terminations: For No. 8 AWG and larger, use pressure-type
grounding lugs. No. 10 AWG and smaller grounding conductors may be terminated with winged
pressure-type connectors.
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SECTION 260529
HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
This Section includes the following:
1.
B.
Related Sections include the following:
1.
1.3
Hangers and supports for electrical equipment and systems.
Division 26 Section "Vibration And Seismic Controls For Electrical Systems" for products
and installation requirements necessary for compliance with seismic criteria.
DEFINITIONS
A.
EMT: Electrical metallic tubing.
B.
IMC: Intermediate metal conduit.
C.
RMC: Rigid metal conduit.
1.4
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Comply with NFPA 70.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
SUPPORT, ANCHORAGE, AND ATTACHMENT COMPONENTS
A.
Raceway and Cable Supports: As described in NECA 1 and NECA 101.
B.
Conduit and Cable Support Devices: Steel hangers, clamps, and associated fittings, designed
for types and sizes of raceway or cable to be supported.
C.
Mounting, Anchoring, and Attachment Components: Items for fastening electrical items or their
supports to building surfaces include the following:
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Concrete Inserts: Steel or malleable-iron, slotted support system units similar to MSS
Type 18; complying with MFMA-4 or MSS SP-58.
Clamps for Attachment to Steel Structural Elements: MSS SP-58, type suitable for
attached structural element.
Through Bolts: Structural type, hex head, and high strength. Comply with ASTM A 325.
Toggle Bolts: All-steel springhead type.
Hanger Rods: Threaded steel.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
APPLICATION
A.
Comply with NECA 1 and NECA 101 for application of hangers and supports for electrical
equipment and systems except if requirements in this Section are stricter.
B.
Spring-steel clamps designed for supporting single conduits without bolts may be used for 11/2-inch and smaller raceways serving branch circuits and communication systems above
suspended ceilings and for fastening raceways to trapeze supports.
3.2
SUPPORT INSTALLATION
A.
Comply with NECA 1 and NECA 101 for installation requirements except as specified in this
Article.
B.
Raceway Support Methods: In addition to methods described in NECA 1, EMT, IMC, and RMC
may be supported by openings through structure members, as permitted in NFPA 70.
C.
Strength of Support Assemblies: Where not indicated, select sizes of components so strength
will be adequate to carry present and future static loads within specified loading limits.
Minimum static design load used for strength determination shall be weight of supported
components plus 200 lb.
D.
Mounting and Anchorage of Surface-Mounted Equipment and Components: Anchor and fasten
electrical items and their supports to building structural elements by the following methods
unless otherwise indicated by code:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
E.
To Wood: Fasten with lag screws or through bolts.
To Masonry: Approved toggle-type bolts on hollow masonry units and expansion anchor
fasteners on solid masonry units.
To Existing Concrete: Expansion anchor fasteners.
To Steel: Beam clamps (MSS Type 19, 21, 23, 25, or 27) complying with MSS SP-69.
To Light Steel: Sheet metal screws.
Items Mounted on Hollow Walls and Nonstructural Building Surfaces: Mount cabinets,
panelboards, disconnect switches, control enclosures, pull and junction boxes,
transformers, and other devices on slotted-channel racks attached to substrate by means
that meet seismic-restraint strength and anchorage requirements.
Drill holes for expansion anchors in concrete at locations and to depths that avoid reinforcing
bars.
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PAINTING
A.
Touchup: Clean field welds and abraded areas of shop paint. Paint exposed areas
immediately after erecting hangers and supports. Use same materials as used for shop
painting. Comply with SSPC-PA 1 requirements for touching up field-painted surfaces.
1.
Apply paint by brush or spray to provide minimum dry film thickness of 2.0 mils.
B.
Touchup: Comply with requirements in Division 09 painting Sections for cleaning and touchup
painting of field welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas of shop paint on miscellaneous
metal.
C.
Galvanized Surfaces: Clean welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas and apply
galvanizing-repair paint to comply with ASTM A 780.
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SECTION 260533
RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
1.3
This Section includes raceways, fittings, boxes, enclosures, and cabinets for electrical wiring.
DEFINITIONS
A.
EMT: Electrical metallic tubing.
B.
ENT: Electrical nonmetallic tubing.
C.
FMC: Flexible metal conduit.
D.
IMC: Intermediate metal conduit.
E.
LFMC: Liquidtight flexible metal conduit.
F.
LFNC: Liquidtight flexible nonmetallic conduit.
G.
NBR: Acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber.
1.4
SUBMITTALS
A.
1.5
Product Data: For surface raceways, wireways and fittings, floor boxes, hinged-cover
enclosures, and cabinets.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Comply with NFPA 70.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
METAL CONDUIT AND TUBING
A.
Manufacturers:
following:
Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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AFC Cable Systems, Inc.
Alflex Inc.
Allied Tube & Conduit; a Tyco International Ltd. Co.
Anamet Electrical, Inc.; Anaconda Metal Hose.
Electri-Flex Co.
Manhattan/CDT/Cole-Flex.
Maverick Tube Corporation.
O-Z Gedney; a unit of General Signal.
Wheatland Tube Company.
B.
Rigid Steel Conduit: ANSI C80.1.
C.
EMT: ANSI C80.3.
D.
Fittings for Conduit (Including all Types and Flexible and Liquidtight), EMT, and Cable:
NEMA FB 1; listed for type and size raceway with which used, and for application and
environment in which installed.
1.
Conduit Fittings for Hazardous (Classified) Locations: Comply with UL 886.
2.
Fittings for EMT:
a.
Steel, set-screw type in interior/dry locations.
b.
Utilize steel, compression type in damp or exterior locations.
2.2
NONMETALLIC CONDUIT AND TUBING
A.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1.
AFC Cable Systems, Inc.
2.
Anamet Electrical, Inc.; Anaconda Metal Hose.
3.
Arnco Corporation.
4.
CANTEX Inc.
5.
CertainTeed Corp.; Pipe & Plastics Group.
6.
Condux International, Inc.
7.
ElecSYS, Inc.
8.
Electri-Flex Co.
9.
Lamson & Sessions; Carlon Electrical Products.
10.
Manhattan/CDT/Cole-Flex.
11.
RACO; a Hubbell Company.
12.
Thomas & Betts Corporation.
B.
ENT: NEMA TC 13.
C.
RNC: NEMA TC 2, Type EPC-40-PVC, unless otherwise indicated.
D.
LFNC: UL 1660.
E.
Fittings for ENT and RNC: NEMA TC 3; match to conduit or tubing type and material.
F.
Fittings for LFNC: UL 514B.
2.3
SURFACE RACEWAYS
A.
Surface Metal Raceways: Galvanized steel with snap-on covers.
enamel finish in color selected by Architect/Engineer.
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Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
a.
Thomas & Betts Corporation.
b.
Walker Systems, Inc.; Wiremold Company (The).
c.
Wiremold Company (The); Electrical Sales Division.
Surface Nonmetallic Raceways: Two-piece construction, manufactured of rigid PVC with
texture and color selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard colors.
1.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
a.
Butler Manufacturing Company; Walker Division.
b.
Enduro Systems, Inc.; Composite Products Division.
c.
Hubbell Incorporated; Wiring Device-Kellems Division.
d.
Lamson & Sessions; Carlon Electrical Products.
e.
Panduit Corp.
f.
Walker Systems, Inc.; Wiremold Company (The).
g.
Wiremold Company (The); Electrical Sales Division.
BOXES, ENCLOSURES, AND CABINETS
A.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1.
Cooper Crouse-Hinds; Div. of Cooper Industries, Inc.
2.
EGS/Appleton Electric.
3.
Erickson Electrical Equipment Company.
4.
Hoffman.
5.
Hubbell Incorporated; Killark Electric Manufacturing Co. Division.
6.
O-Z/Gedney; a unit of General Signal.
7.
RACO; a Hubbell Company.
8.
Robroy Industries, Inc.; Enclosure Division.
9.
Scott Fetzer Co.; Adalet Division.
10.
Spring City Electrical Manufacturing Company.
11.
Thomas & Betts Corporation.
12.
Walker Systems, Inc.; Wiremold Company (The).
13.
Woodhead, Daniel Company; Woodhead Industries, Inc. Subsidiary.
B.
Sheet Metal Outlet and Device Boxes: NEMA OS 1.
C.
Cast-Metal Outlet and Device Boxes: NEMA FB 1, ferrous alloy, Type FD, with gasketed cover.
D.
Metal Floor Boxes: Cast or sheet metal, fully adjustable, rectangular.
E.
Small Sheet Metal Pull and Junction Boxes: NEMA OS 1.
2.5
DATA (COMMUNICATION) BOXES
A.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1.
Randl Industries, Inc.
B.
Description. Model number #T-55018, 5" sqr, 2-7/8" deep, (1) 3/4" and (1) 1" knockout each on
three sides, (1) 1/2" knockout on the back. No approved equivalent boxes.
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Extension rings.
1.
Two gang extension ring. Randl, No approved equivalent boxes. Single gang extensions
are not approved. Use the following extension rings based upon sheetrock thickness.
a.
flat extension, Randl, #L52G000.
b.
1/2" extension, Randl, #L54G012.
c.
5/8" extension, Randl, #L54G058.
d.
3/4" extension, Randl, #L54G034.
e.
1" extension, Randl, #L54G010.
f.
1-1/4" extension, Randl, #L54G114.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
RACEWAY APPLICATION
A.
Indoor: Apply raceway products as specified below, unless otherwise indicated:
1.
Minimum Raceway Size: 3/4-inch trade size.
2.
Exposed, Not Subject to Physical Damage: EMT.
3.
Exposed, Not Subject to Severe Physical Damage: EMT.
4.
Concealed in Ceilings and Interior Walls and Partitions: EMT.
5.
Connection to Vibrating Equipment (Including Transformers and Hydraulic, Pneumatic,
Electric Solenoid, or Motor-Driven Equipment): FMC, except use LFMC in damp or wet
locations.
6.
Raceways for Concealed General Purpose Distribution of Communications Cable: EMT.
7.
Boxes and Enclosures: NEMA 250, Type 1.
B.
Raceway Fittings: Compatible with raceways and suitable for use and location.
C.
Aluminum conduits are not permitted on project.
3.2
INSTALLATION
A.
Keep raceways at least 6 inches away from parallel runs of flues and steam or hot-water pipes.
Install horizontal raceway runs above water and steam piping.
B.
Complete raceway installation before starting conductor installation.
C.
Support raceways as specified in Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical
Systems."
D.
Install temporary closures to prevent foreign matter from entering raceways.
E.
Make bends and offsets so ID is not reduced. Keep legs of bends in the same plane and keep
straight legs of offsets parallel, unless otherwise indicated.
F.
Install concealed raceways with a minimum of bends in the shortest practical distance,
considering type of building construction and obstructions, unless otherwise indicated.
G.
Install no more than the equivalent of four 90-degree bends in any conduit run except for
communications conduits, for which no more than three 90-degree bends are allowed.
H.
Conceal conduit and EMT within finished walls, ceilings, and floors, unless otherwise indicated.
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I.
Raceway Terminations at Locations Subject to Moisture or Vibration: Use insulating bushings
to protect conductors, including conductors smaller than No. 4 AWG.
J.
Install pull wires in empty raceways. Use polypropylene or monofilament plastic line with not
less than 200-lb tensile strength. Leave at least 12 inches of slack at each end of pull wire.
K.
Raceways for Communications Cable: Install raceways, metallic and nonmetallic, rigid and
flexible, as follows:
1.
1-Inch Trade Size and Smaller: Install raceways in maximum lengths of 50 feet.
2.
Install with a maximum of two 90-degree bends or equivalent for each length of raceway
unless Drawings show stricter requirements. Separate lengths with pull or junction boxes
or terminations at distribution frames or cabinets where necessary to comply with these
requirements.
L.
Flexible Conduit Connections: Use maximum of 72 inches of flexible conduit for recessed and
semirecessed lighting fixtures, equipment subject to vibration, noise transmission, or movement;
and for transformers and motors.
1.
Use LFMC in damp or wet locations subject to severe physical damage.
2.
Use LFMC or LFNC in damp or wet locations not subject to severe physical damage.
M.
Surface Raceways: Install a separate, green, ground conductor in raceways from junction box
supplying raceways to receptacle or fixture ground terminals.
N.
Set metal floor boxes level and flush with finished floor surface.
O.
Join raceways with fittings designed and approved for that purpose and make joints tight.
1.
Use insulating bushings to protect conductors.
P.
Tighten set screws of threadless fittings with suitable tools.
Q.
Run a mandrel through each conduit, prior to the installation of conductors. Mandrel size shall
be equal to 80 percent of the duct cross section fill area.
3.3
INSTALLATION OF UNDERGROUND CONDUIT
A.
Direct-Buried Conduit:
1.
Excavate trench bottom to provide firm and uniform support for conduit. Prepare trench
bottom as specified in Division 31 Section "Earth Moving" for pipe less than 6 inches in
nominal diameter.
2.
Install backfill as specified in Division 31 Section "Earth Moving."
3.
After installing conduit, backfill and compact. Start at tie-in point, and work toward end of
conduit run, leaving conduit at end of run free to move with expansion and contraction as
temperature changes during this process. Firmly hand tamp backfill around conduit to
provide maximum supporting strength. After placing controlled backfill to within 12 inches
of finished grade, make final conduit connection at end of run and complete backfilling
with normal compaction as specified in Division 31 Section "Earth Moving."
4.
Install manufactured duct elbows at vault entrances, unless otherwise indicated. Encase
elbows for stub-up ducts throughout the length of the elbow.
5.
Install manufactured rigid steel conduit elbows for all bends. Wrap elbows with PVC tape,
provide a minimum of 50% overlap. Extend PVC wrap past end of steel conduit.
6.
Install manufactured rigid steel conduit elbows for stub-ups at poles and equipment and
at building entrances through the floor.
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Couple steel conduits to ducts with adapters designed for this purpose, and
encase coupling with 3 inches of concrete.
For stub-ups at equipment mounted on outdoor concrete bases, extend steel
conduit horizontally a minimum of 60 inches from edge of equipment pad or
foundation. Install insulated grounding bushings on terminations at equipment.
FIRESTOPPING
A.
3.5
Apply firestopping to electrical penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies to restore
original fire-resistance rating of assembly. Firestopping materials and installation requirements
are specified in Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping."
PROTECTION
A.
Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure coatings, finishes, and cabinets are
without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.
1.
Repair damage to galvanized finishes with zinc-rich paint recommended by
manufacturer.
2.
Repair damage to PVC or paint finishes with matching touchup coating recommended by
manufacturer.
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SECTION 260553
IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
Section Includes:
1.
2.
1.3
Identification for raceways.
Identification for conductors.
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each electrical identification product indicated.
B.
Samples: For each type of label and sign to illustrate size, colors, lettering style, mounting
provisions, and graphic features of identification products, as requested by owner.
C.
Identification Schedule: An index of nomenclature of electrical equipment and system
components used in identification signs and labels.
1.4
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Comply with ANSI A13.1 and IEEE C2.
B.
Comply with NFPA 70.
C.
Comply with 29 CFR 1910.144 and 29 CFR 1910.145.
D.
Comply with ANSI Z535.4 for safety signs and labels.
E.
Adhesive-attached labeling materials, including label stocks, laminating adhesives, and inks
used by label printers, shall comply with UL 969.
1.5
COORDINATION
A.
Coordinate identification names, abbreviations, colors, and other features with requirements in
other Sections requiring identification applications, Drawings, Shop Drawings, manufacturer's
wiring diagrams, and the Operation and Maintenance Manual; and with those required by
codes, standards, and 29 CFR 1910.145. Use consistent designations throughout Project.
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B.
Coordinate installation of identifying devices, marking or stickers with completion of covering
and painting of surfaces, where devices are to be applied.
C.
Coordinate installation of identifying devices with location of access panels and doors.
D.
Install identifying devices, marking or stickers, before installing acoustical ceilings and similar
concealment.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
POWER RACEWAY IDENTIFICATION MATERIALS
A.
Comply with ANSI A13.1 for minimum size of letters for legend and for minimum length of color
field for each raceway size.
B.
Raceway identification materials for raceways Carrying Circuits at 600 V or Less:
1.
2.2
Paint: Comply with requirements in Division 09 painting Sections for paint materials and
application requirements. Select paint system applicable for surface material and
location (exterior or interior).
CONDUCTOR IDENTIFICATION MATERIALS
A.
2.3
Color-Coding Conductor Tape: Colored, self-adhesive vinyl tape, not less than 3 mils thick by 1
to 2 inches wide.
CABLE TIES
A.
General-Purpose Cable Ties: Fungus inert, self extinguishing, one piece, self locking, Type 6/6
nylon.
1.
2.
3.
4.
B.
UV-Stabilized Cable Ties: Fungus inert, designed for continuous exposure to exterior sunlight,
self extinguishing, one piece, self locking, Type 6/6 nylon.
1.
2.
3.
4.
C.
Minimum Width: 3/16 inch.
Tensile Strength at 73 deg F, According to ASTM D 638: 12,000 psi.
Temperature Range: Minus 40 to plus 185 deg F.
Color: Black except where used for color-coding.
Minimum Width: 3/16 inch.
Tensile Strength at 73 deg F, According to ASTM D 638: 12,000 psi.
Temperature Range: Minus 40 to plus 185 deg F.
Color: Black.
Plenum-Rated Cable Ties: Self extinguishing, UV stabilized, one piece, self locking.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Minimum Width: 3/16 inch.
Tensile Strength at 73 deg F, According to ASTM D 638: 7000 psi.
UL 94 Flame Rating: 94V-0.
Temperature Range: Minus 50 to plus 284 deg F.
Color: Black.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
A.
Verify identity of each item before installing identification products.
B.
Location: Install identification materials and devices at locations for most convenient viewing
without interference with operation and maintenance of equipment.
C.
Sequence of Work: If identification is applied to surfaces that require finish, install identification
after completing finish work.
D.
Self-Adhesive Identification Products: Clean surfaces before application, using materials and
methods recommended by manufacturer of identification device.
E.
Lettering, Colors, and Graphics:
Coordinate names, abbreviations, colors, and other
designations with corresponding designations in the Contract Documents or with those required
by codes and standards. Use consistent designations throughout Project.
F.
Color Banding Raceways and Exposed Cables: Band exposed and accessible raceways of the
systems listed below:
1.
Raceway Bands: Paint conduit with a color band 2 inches wide (min.), completely
encircling conduit, and place adjacent bands of two-color markings in contact, side by
side.
2.
Locations: At each junction or pull box, at penetrations of walls and floors, at 10-foot
maximum intervals in straight runs, and at 5-foot maximum intervals in congested areas.
3.
Apply the following banding colors to the systems listed below:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Fire-Alarm System: Red.
Emergency/UPS power system: Yellow.
277/480 volts system: Brown.
120/208 volts system: Black.
Traveler (switch to light or switch to switch) 120 volts: Pink and Black.
Traveler (switch to light or switch to switch) 277 volts: Pink and Brown.
G.
Painted Identification: Comply with requirements in Division 09 painting Sections for surface
preparation and paint application.
H.
Painted Identification: Comply with the following requirements for surface preparation and paint
application.
1.
Paint: Formulated for the type of surface and intended use.
2.
Primer for Galvanized Metal: Single-component acrylic vehicle formulated for galvanized
surfaces.
3.
Primer for Concrete Masonry Units: Heavy-duty-resin block filler.
4.
Primer for Concrete: Clear, alkali-resistant, binder-type sealer.
5.
Enamel: Silicone-alkyd or alkyd urethane as recommended by primer manufacturer.
I.
Circuit Identification Labels on Boxes: Install circuit identification on the inside of each junction
and pull box cover.
1.
Labeling Legend: Permanent, waterproof listing of panel and circuit number or
equivalent.
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IDENTIFICATION SCHEDULE
A.
Raceways, 600 V or Less, for Branch Circuits: Paint conduit with a color band 2 inches wide
(min.), completely encircling conduit, and place adjacent bands of two-color markings in contact,
side by side. Install labels at 10-foot maximum intervals.
B.
Accessible Raceways and Cables within Buildings: Identify the covers of each junction and pull
box of the following systems with self-adhesive vinyl labels with the wiring system legend and
system voltage. System legends shall be as follows:
1.
Mechanical and Electrical Supervisory System.
2.
Telecommunications System.
3.
Emergency/UPS power system.
4.
277/480 volts system.
5.
120/208 volts system.
6.
Traveler (switch to light or switch to switch) 120 volts.
7.
Traveler (switch to light or switch to switch) 277 volts.
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SECTION 262726
WIRING DEVICES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
This Section includes the following:
1.
2.
3.
1.3
Receptacles, receptacles with integral GFCI, and associated device plates.
Snap switches.
Floor service outlets
DEFINITIONS
A.
EMI: Electromagnetic interference.
B.
GFCI: Ground-fault circuit interrupter.
C.
Pigtail: Short lead used to connect a device to a branch-circuit conductor.
D.
RFI: Radio-frequency interference.
E.
TVSS: Transient voltage surge suppressor.
F.
UTP: Unshielded twisted pair.
1.4
SUBMITTALS
A.
1.5
Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Source Limitations: Obtain each type of wiring device and associated wall plate through one
source from a single manufacturer. Insofar as they are available, obtain all wiring devices and
associated wall plates from a single manufacturer and one source.
B.
Comply with NFPA 70.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
MANUFACTURERS
A.
2.2
Manufacturers' Names:
Shortened versions (shown in parentheses) of the following
manufacturers' names are used in other Part 2 articles:
1.
Hubbell Incorporated; Wiring Device-Kellems (Hubbell).
2.
Leviton Mfg. Company Inc. (Leviton).
3.
Pass & Seymour/Legrand; Wiring Devices & Accessories (Pass & Seymour).
STRAIGHT BLADE RECEPTACLES
A.
Convenience Receptacles, 125 V, 20 A: Comply with NEMA WD 1, NEMA WD 6 configuration
5-20R, and UL 498. Provide devices with back and side wiring.
1.
2.
2.3
Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be
incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following:
a.
Hubbell; HBL5361 (single), HBL5362 (duplex).
b.
Leviton; 5361 (single), 5362 (duplex).
c.
Pass & Seymour; 5361 (single), 5362 (duplex).
PENDANT CORD-CONNECTOR DEVICES
A.
Description:
Matching, locking-type plug and receptacle body connector; NEMA WD 6
configurations L5-20P and L5-20R, heavy-duty grade.
1.
2.
2.4
Body: Nylon with screw-open cable-gripping jaws and provision for attaching external
cable grip.
External Cable Grip: Woven wire-mesh type made of high-strength galvanized-steel wire
strand, matched to cable diameter, and with attachment provision designed for
corresponding connector.
SNAP SWITCHES
A.
Comply with NEMA WD 1 and UL 20.
B.
Switches, 120/277 V, 20 A:
1.
2.
Wiring Devices
Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be
incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following:
a.
Hubbell; HBL1221
(single pole), HBL1222 (two pole), HBL1223 (three way),
HBL1224 (four way).
b.
Leviton; 1221-2 (single pole), 1222-2 (two pole), 1223-2 (three way), 1224-2 (four
way).
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Pass & Seymour; PS20AC1 (single pole), PS20AC2 (two pole), PS20AC3 (three
way), PS20AC4 (four way).
WALL PLATES
A.
Single and combination types to match corresponding wiring devices.
1.
2.
3.
4.
2.6
Plate-Securing Screws: Metal with head color to match plate finish.
Material for Finished Spaces: 0.035-inch-thick, satin-finished stainless steel.
Material for Unfinished Spaces: Galvanized steel.
Material for Damp Locations: Cast aluminum with spring-loaded lift cover, and listed and
labeled for use in "wet locations."
FLOOR SERVICE FITTINGS
A.
Type: Modular, flush-type, dual-service units suitable for wiring method used.
B.
Compartments: Barrier separates power from voice and data communication cabling.
C.
Service Plate: Rectangular die-cast aluminum with satin finish.
D.
Power Receptacle: NEMA WD 6 configuration 5-20R, gray finish, unless otherwise indicated.
2.7
MULTIOUTLET ASSEMBLIES
A.
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering
products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
B.
Manufacturers:
following:
1.
2.
Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
Hubbell Incorporated; Wiring Device-Kellems.
Wiremold Company (The).
C.
Components of Assemblies: Products from a single manufacturer designed for use as a
complete, matching assembly of raceways and receptacles.
D.
Raceway Material: Metal, with manufacturer's standard finish.
E.
Wire: No. 12 AWG.
2.8
FINISHES
A.
Color: Wiring device catalog numbers in Section Text do not designate device color.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Wiring Devices
Wiring Devices Connected to Normal Power System: Gray, unless otherwise indicated or
required by NFPA 70 or device listing.
Wiring Devices Connected to Emergency Power System: Red.
TVSS Devices: Blue.
Isolated-Ground Receptacles: Gray with an Orange triangle representing and isolated
ground device.
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Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS): Orange.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
A.
Comply with NECA 1, including the mounting heights listed in that standard, unless otherwise
noted.
B.
Coordination with Other Trades:
1.
2.
3.
C.
Take steps to insure that devices and their boxes are protected. Do not place wall finish
materials over device boxes and do not cut holes for boxes with routers that are guided
by riding against outside of the boxes.
Keep outlet boxes free of plaster, drywall joint compound, mortar, cement, concrete, dust,
paint, and other material that may contaminate the raceway system, conductors, and
cables.
Install wiring devices after all wall preparation, including painting, is complete.
Conductors:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Do not strip insulation from conductors until just before they are spliced or terminated on
devices.
Strip insulation evenly around the conductor using tools designed for the purpose. Avoid
scoring or nicking of solid wire or cutting strands from stranded wire.
The length of free conductors at outlets for devices shall meet provisions of NFPA 70,
Article 300, without pigtails.
Existing Conductors:
a.
b.
c.
D.
Device Installation:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
E.
Cut back and pigtail, or replace all damaged conductors.
Straighten conductors that remain and remove corrosion and foreign matter.
Pigtailing existing conductors is permitted provided the outlet box is large enough.
Replace all devices that have been in temporary use during construction or that show
signs that they were installed before building finishing operations were complete.
Keep each wiring device in its package or otherwise protected until it is time to connect
conductors.
Do not remove surface protection, such as plastic film and smudge covers, until the last
possible moment.
Connect devices to branch circuits using pigtails that are not less than 6 inches in length.
When there is a choice, use side wiring with binding-head screw terminals. Wrap solid
conductor tightly clockwise, 2/3 to 3/4 of the way around terminal screw.
Use a torque screwdriver when a torque is recommended or required by the
manufacturer.
When conductors larger than No. 12 AWG are installed on 15- or 20-A circuits, splice
No. 12 AWG pigtails for device connections.
Tighten unused terminal screws on the device.
When mounting into metal boxes, remove the fiber or plastic washers used to hold device
mounting screws in yokes, allowing metal-to-metal contact.
Receptacle Orientation:
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Install ground pin of vertically mounted receptacles up, and on horizontally mounted
receptacles to the right.
Install hospital-grade receptacles in patient-care areas with the ground pin or neutral
blade at the top.
F.
Device Plates: Do not use oversized or extra-deep plates. Repair wall finishes and remount
outlet boxes when standard device plates do not fit flush or do not cover rough wall opening.
G.
Arrangement of Devices: Unless otherwise indicated, mount flush, with long dimension vertical
and with grounding terminal of receptacles on top. Group adjacent switches under single,
multigang wall plates.
H.
Adjust locations of floor service outlets to suit arrangement of partitions and furnishings.
3.2
IDENTIFICATION
A.
Comply with Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical Systems."
1.
3.3
Receptacles: Identify panelboard and circuit number from which served. Use engraved
machine printing with white-filled lettering on face of black plate, and durable wire
markers or tags inside outlet boxes.
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.
Tests for Convenience Receptacles:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Line Voltage: Acceptable range is 105 to 132 V.
Percent Voltage Drop under 15-A Load: A value of 6 percent or higher is not acceptable.
Ground Impedance: Values of up to 2 ohms are acceptable.
Using the test plug, verify that the device and its outlet box are securely mounted.
The tests shall be diagnostic, indicating damaged conductors, high resistance at the
circuit breaker, poor connections, inadequate fault current path, defective devices, or
similar problems. Correct circuit conditions, remove malfunctioning units and replace
with new ones, and retest as specified above.
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SECTION 262816
ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
Section Includes:
1.
1.3
Non-Fusible switches.
DEFINITIONS
A.
NC: Normally closed.
B.
NO: Normally open.
C.
SPDT: Single pole, double throw.
1.4
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A.
Seismic Performance: Enclosed switches and circuit breakers shall withstand the effects of
earthquake motions determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.
1.
1.5
The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any parts
from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the unit will be fully
operational after the seismic event."
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of enclosed switch, circuit breaker, accessory, and component
indicated. Include dimensioned elevations, sections, weights, and manufacturers' technical
data on features, performance, electrical characteristics, ratings, accessories, and finishes.
1.
2.
3.
4.
B.
Enclosure types and details for types other than NEMA 250, Type 1.
Current and voltage ratings.
Short-circuit current ratings (interrupting and withstand, as appropriate).
Detail features, characteristics, ratings, and factory settings of individual overcurrent
protective devices, accessories, and auxiliary components.
Shop Drawings: For enclosed switches and circuit breakers.
sections, details, and attachments to other work.
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Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring.
C.
Qualification Data: For qualified testing agency.
D.
Operation and Maintenance Data: For enclosed switches and circuit breakers to include in
emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 01
Section "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:
1.
2.
1.6
Manufacturer's written instructions for testing and adjusting enclosed switches and circuit
breakers.
Time-current coordination curves (average melt) for each type and rating of overcurrent
protective device; include selectable ranges for each type of overcurrent protective
device.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Testing Agency Qualifications: Member company of NETA or an NRTL.
1.
Testing Agency's Field Supervisor:
testing.
Currently certified by NETA to supervise on-site
B.
Source Limitations: Obtain enclosed switches and circuit breakers, overcurrent protective
devices, components, and accessories, within same product category, from single source from
single manufacturer.
C.
Product Selection for Restricted Space: Drawings indicate maximum dimensions for enclosed
switches and circuit breakers, including clearances between enclosures, and adjacent surfaces
and other items. Comply with indicated maximum dimensions.
D.
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.
E.
Comply with NFPA 70.
1.7
PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.
Environmental Limitations: Rate equipment for continuous operation under the following
conditions unless otherwise indicated:
1.
2.
B.
Ambient Temperature: Not less than minus 22 deg F and not exceeding 104 deg F.
Altitude: Not exceeding 6600 feet.
Interruption of Existing Electric Service: Do not interrupt electric service to facilities occupied by
Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to
provide temporary electric service according to requirements indicated:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Notify Owner no fewer than seven days in advance of proposed interruption of electric
service.
Indicate method of providing temporary electric service.
Do not proceed with interruption of electric service without Owner's written permission.
Comply with NFPA 70E.
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COORDINATION
A.
Coordinate layout and installation of switches, circuit breakers, and components with equipment
served and adjacent surfaces.
Maintain required workspace clearances and required
clearances for equipment access doors and panels.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
NONFUSIBLE SWITCHES
A.
Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide comparable
product by one of the following:
1.
Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.
2.
Square D; a brand of Schneider Electric.
B.
Provide fusible switches with quantity of poles and amperage, as indicated on the drawings.
C.
Type HD, Heavy Duty, Six Pole, Single Throw, 240V ac, 200 A and Smaller: UL 98 and
NEMA KS 1, horsepower rated, lockable handle with capability to accept three padlocks, and
interlocked with cover in closed position.
D.
Accessories:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
2.2
Equipment Ground Kit: Internally mounted and labeled for copper and aluminum ground
conductors.
Neutral Kit: Internally mounted; insulated, capable of being grounded and bonded;
labeled for copper and aluminum neutral conductors.
Isolated Ground Kit: Internally mounted; insulated, capable of being grounded and
bonded; labeled for copper and aluminum neutral conductors.
Auxiliary Contact Kit: Two NO/NC (Form "C") auxiliary contact(s), arranged to activate
before switch blades open.
Hookstick Handle: Allows use of a hookstick to operate the handle.
Lugs: Mechanical type, suitable for number, size, and conductor material.
ENCLOSURES
A.
Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers: NEMA AB 1, NEMA KS 1, NEMA 250, and UL 50, to
comply with environmental conditions at installed location.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Indoor, Dry and Clean Locations: NEMA 250, Type 1.
Outdoor Locations: NEMA 250, Type 3R
Kitchen/Wash-Down Areas: NEMA 250, Type 4X, stainless steel.
Other Wet or Damp, Indoor Locations: NEMA 250, Type 4.
Indoor Locations Subject to Dust, Falling Dirt, and Dripping Noncorrosive Liquids:
NEMA 250, Type 12.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
Examine elements and surfaces to receive enclosed switches and circuit breakers for
compliance with installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.
B.
Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2
INSTALLATION
A.
Install individual wall-mounted switches with tops at uniform height unless otherwise indicated.
B.
Temporary Lifting Provisions: Remove temporary lifting eyes, channels, and brackets and
temporary blocking of moving parts from enclosures and components.
C.
Comply with NECA 1.
3.3
IDENTIFICATION
A.
Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical Systems."
1.
2.
3.4
Identify field-installed conductors, interconnecting wiring, and components; provide
warning signs.
Label each enclosure with engraved metal or laminated-plastic nameplate.
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.
Acceptance Testing Preparation:
1.
2.
B.
Test insulation resistance for each enclosed switch and circuit breaker, component,
connecting supply, feeder, and control circuit.
Test continuity of each circuit.
Tests and Inspections:
1.
2.
3.
Perform each visual and mechanical inspection and electrical test stated in NETA
Acceptance Testing Specification. Certify compliance with test parameters.
Correct malfunctioning units on-site, where possible, and retest to demonstrate
compliance; otherwise, replace with new units and retest.
Perform the following infrared scan tests and inspections and prepare reports:
a.
b.
Initial Infrared Scanning: After Substantial Completion, but not more than 60 days
after Final Acceptance, perform an infrared scan of each enclosed switch and
circuit breaker. Remove front panels so joints and connections are accessible to
portable scanner.
Follow-up Infrared Scanning: Perform an additional follow-up infrared scan of
each enclosed switch and circuit breaker 11 months after date of Substantial
Completion.
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Instruments and Equipment: Use an infrared scanning device designed to
measure temperature or to detect significant deviations from normal values.
Provide calibration record for device.
Test and adjust controls, remote monitoring, and safeties.
malfunctioning controls and equipment.
Replace damaged and
C.
Enclosed switches will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
D.
Prepare test and inspection reports, including a certified report that identifies enclosed switches
and circuit breakers and that describes scanning results. Include notation of deficiencies
detected, remedial action taken, and observations after remedial action.
3.5
ADJUSTING
A.
Adjust moving parts and operable components to function smoothly, and lubricate as
recommended by manufacturer.
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SECTION 265100
INTERIOR LIGHTING
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
This Section includes the following:
1.
2.
B.
1.3
Interior lighting fixtures, lamps, and ballasts.
Lighting fixture supports.
Related Sections include the following:
1.
Division 26 Section "Wiring Devices" for manual wall-box dimmers for incandescent
lamps.
DEFINITIONS
A.
BF: Ballast factor.
B.
CRI: Color-rendering index.
C.
CU: Coefficient of utilization.
D.
HID: High-intensity discharge.
E.
LER: Luminaire efficacy rating.
F.
Luminaire: Complete lighting fixture, including ballast housing if provided.
G.
RCR: Room cavity ratio.
1.4
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of lighting fixture, arranged in order of fixture designation. Include
data on features, accessories, finishes, and the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Physical description of lighting fixture including dimensions.
Emergency lighting units including battery and charger.
Ballast.
Energy-efficiency data.
Life, output, and energy-efficiency data for lamps.
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6.
Photometric data, in IESNA format, based on laboratory tests of each lighting fixture type,
outfitted with lamps, ballasts, and accessories identical to those indicated for the lighting
fixture as applied in this Project.
a.
b.
B.
Wiring Diagrams: Power and control wiring.
Coordination Drawings: Reflected ceiling plan(s) and other details, drawn to scale, on which the
following items are shown and coordinated with each other, based on input from installers of the
items involved:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Lighting fixtures.
Suspended ceiling components.
Structural members to which suspension systems for lighting fixtures will be attached.
Other items in finished ceiling including the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
5.
D.
For indicated fixtures, photometric data shall be certified by a qualified
independent testing agency. Photometric data for remaining fixtures shall be
certified by the manufacturer.
Photometric data shall be certified by a manufacturer's laboratory with a current
accreditation under the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program
(NVLAP) for Energy Efficient Lighting Products.
Shop Drawings: Show details of nonstandard or custom lighting fixtures. Indicate dimensions,
weights, methods of field assembly, components, features, and accessories.
1.
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Air outlets and inlets.
Speakers.
Sprinklers.
Smoke and fire detectors.
Occupancy sensors.
Access panels.
Perimeter moldings.
Samples for Verification: Interior lighting fixtures designated for sample submission in Interior
Lighting Fixture Schedule. Each sample shall include the following:
1.
2.
Lamps: Specified units installed.
Accessories: Cords and plugs.
E.
Product Certificates: For each type of ballast for bi-level and dimmer-controlled fixtures, signed
by product manufacturer.
F.
Qualification Data: For agencies providing photometric data for lighting fixtures.
G.
Field quality-control test reports.
H.
Operation and Maintenance Data: For lighting equipment and fixtures to include in emergency,
operation, and maintenance manuals.
I.
Warranties: Special warranties specified in this Section.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Luminaire Photometric Data Testing Laboratory Qualifications: Provided by manufacturers'
laboratories that are accredited under the National Volunteer Laboratory Accreditation Program
for Energy Efficient Lighting Products.
B.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,
Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for
intended use.
C.
Comply with NFPA 70.
D.
FMG Compliance: Lighting fixtures for hazardous locations shall be listed and labeled for
indicated class and division of hazard by FMG.
1.6
COORDINATION
A.
1.7
Coordinate layout and installation of lighting fixtures and suspension system with other
construction that penetrates ceilings or is supported by them, including HVAC equipment, firesuppression system, and partition assemblies.
WARRANTY
A.
Special Warranty for Emergency Lighting Batteries: Manufacturer's standard form in which
manufacturer of battery-powered emergency lighting unit agrees to repair or replace
components of rechargeable batteries that fail in materials or workmanship within specified
warranty period.
1.
2.
B.
Special Warranty for Ballasts: Manufacturer's standard form in which ballast manufacturer
agrees to repair or replace ballasts that fail in materials or workmanship within specified
warranty period.
1.
2.
C.
Warranty Period for Emergency Lighting Unit Batteries: 10 years from date of Substantial
Completion. Full warranty shall apply for first year, and prorated warranty for the
remaining nine years.
Warranty Period for Emergency Fluorescent Ballast and Self-Powered Exit Sign
Batteries: Seven years from date of Substantial Completion. Full warranty shall apply for
first year, and prorated warranty for the remaining six years.
Warranty Period for Electronic Ballasts: Five years from date of Substantial Completion.
Warranty Period for Electromagnetic Ballasts: Three years from date of Substantial
Completion.
Special Warranty for T5 and T8 Fluorescent Lamps: Manufacturer's standard form, made out to
Owner and signed by lamp manufacturer agreeing to replace lamps that fail in materials or
workmanship, f.o.b. the nearest shipping point to Project site, within specified warranty period
indicated below.
1.
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Warranty Period: One year from date of Substantial Completion.
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EXTRA MATERIALS
A.
Furnish extra materials described below that match products installed and that are packaged
with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1.
2.
Lamps: 1 for every 10 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least one of each
type.
Ballasts: 1 for every 10 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least one of each
type.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
MANUFACTURERS
A.
In Interior Lighting Fixture Schedule where titles below are column or row headings that
introduce lists, the following requirements apply to product selection:
1.
2.2
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers
offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to,
manufacturers specified.
a.
Fluorescent lamp ballasts (non dimming):
1)
Sylvania
2)
Magnetek
3)
Universal
b.
Fluorescent lamps:
1)
Sylvania
2)
Phillips
3)
GE
LIGHTING FIXTURES AND COMPONENTS, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A.
Recessed Fixtures: Comply with NEMA LE 4 for ceiling compatibility for recessed fixtures.
B.
Fluorescent Fixtures: Comply with UL 1598.
NEMA LE 5 and NEMA LE 5A as applicable.
C.
Metal Parts: Free of burrs and sharp corners and edges.
D.
Sheet Metal Components: Steel, unless otherwise indicated. Form and support to prevent
warping and sagging.
E.
Doors, Frames, and Other Internal Access: Smooth operating, free of light leakage under
operating conditions, and designed to permit relamping without use of tools. Designed to
prevent doors, frames, lenses, diffusers, and other components from falling accidentally during
relamping and when secured in operating position.
F.
Reflecting surfaces shall have minimum reflectance as follows, unless otherwise indicated:
1.
2.
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Where LER is specified, test according to
White Surfaces: 85 percent.
Specular Surfaces: 83 percent.
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4.
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Diffusing Specular Surfaces: 75 percent.
Laminated Silver Metallized Film: 90 percent.
Plastic Diffusers, Covers, and Globes:
1.
Acrylic Lighting Diffusers: 100 percent virgin acrylic plastic. High resistance to yellowing
and other changes due to aging, exposure to heat, and UV radiation.
a.
b.
2.
Lens Thickness:
indicated.
UV stabilized.
At least 0.125 inch minimum unless different thickness is
Glass: Annealed crystal glass, unless otherwise indicated.
H.
Fixture Fuses:
1.
Ballast Fuse: Factory installed, slow-blow type rated between 2.65 and 3.0 times the line
current.
I.
Electromagnetic-Interference Filters: Factory installed to suppress conducted electromagneticinterference as required by MIL-STD-461E. Fabricate lighting fixtures with one filter on each
ballast indicated to require a filter.
2.3
BALLASTS FOR LINEAR FLUORESCENT LAMPS
A.
Electronic Ballasts: Comply with ANSI C82.11; Programmed-start type, unless otherwise
indicated, and designed for type and quantity of lamps served. Ballasts shall be designed for
full light output unless dimmer or bi-level control is indicated.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
B.
Sound Rating: A.
Total Harmonic Distortion Rating: Less than 10 percent.
Transient Voltage Protection: IEEE C62.41, Category A or better.
Operating Frequency: 40 kHz or higher.
Lamp Current Crest Factor: 1.6 or less.
BF: 0.88 or higher.
Power Factor: 0.98 or higher.
High ambient area. Provide ballasts rated for each area.
Parallel Lamp Circuits: Multiple lamp ballasts shall comply with ANSI C 82.11 and shall
be connected to maintain full light output on surviving lamps if one or more lamps fail.
Electronic Programmed-Start Ballasts for T5 and T5HO Lamps: Comply with ANSI C82.11 and
the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
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Lamp end-of-life detection and shutdown circuit for T5 diameter lamps.
Automatic lamp starting after lamp replacement.
Sound Rating: A.
Total Harmonic Distortion Rating: Less than 20 percent.
Transient Voltage Protection: IEEE C62.41, Category A or better.
Operating Frequency: 40 kHz or higher.
Lamp Current Crest Factor: 1.6 or less.
BF: 0.95 or higher, unless otherwise indicated.
Power Factor: 0.98 or higher.
High ambient area. Provide ballasts rated for each area.
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BALLASTS FOR COMPACT FLUORESCENT LAMPS
A.
Description: Electronic programmed rapid-start type, complying with ANSI C 82.11, designed
for type and quantity of lamps indicated. Ballast shall be designed for full light output unless
dimmer or bi-level control is indicated:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
2.5
Lamp end-of-life detection and shutdown circuit.
Automatic lamp starting after lamp replacement.
Sound Rating: A.
Total Harmonic Distortion Rating: Less than 20 percent.
Transient Voltage Protection: IEEE C62.41, Category A or better.
Operating Frequency: 40 kHz or higher.
Lamp Current Crest Factor: 1.7 or less.
BF: 0.98 or higher, unless otherwise indicated.
Power Factor: 0.98 or higher.
Interference: Comply with 47 CFR, Chapter 1, Part 18, Subpart C, for limitations on
electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference for nonconsumer equipment.
Ballast Case Temperature: 75 deg C, maximum.
FLUORESCENT LAMPS
A.
Low-Mercury Lamps: Comply with EPA's toxicity characteristic leaching procedure test; shall
yield less than 0.2 mg of mercury per liter when tested according to NEMA LL 1.
B.
T5 rapid-start low-mercury lamps, rated 28 W maximum, nominal length of 45.2 inches, 2900
initial lumens (minimum), CRI 85 (minimum), color temperature 4100 K, and average rated life
of 20,000 hours, unless otherwise indicated.
C.
Compact Fluorescent Lamps: 4-Pin, low mercury, CRI 80 (minimum), color temperature
4100 K, average rated life of 10,000 hours at 3 hours operation per start, unless otherwise
indicated.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
2.6
13 W:
18 W:
26 W:
32 W:
42 W:
55 W:
T4, double or triple tube, rated 900 initial lumens (minimum).
T4, double or triple tube, rated 1200 initial lumens (minimum).
T4, double or triple tube, rated 1800 initial lumens (minimum).
T4, triple tube, rated 2400 initial lumens (minimum).
T4, triple tube, rated 3200 initial lumens (minimum).
T4, triple tube, rated 4300 initial lumens (minimum).
LIGHTING FIXTURE SUPPORT COMPONENTS
A.
Comply with Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems" for channeland angle-iron supports and nonmetallic channel and angle supports.
B.
Single-Stem Hangers: 1/2-inch steel tubing with swivel ball fittings and ceiling canopy. Finish
same as fixture.
C.
Twin-Stem Hangers: Two, 1/2-inch steel tubes with single canopy designed to mount a single
fixture. Finish same as fixture.
D.
Wires: ASTM A 641/A 641M, Class 3, soft temper, zinc-coated steel, 12 gage.
E.
Rod Hangers: 3/16-inch minimum diameter, cadmium-plated, threaded steel rod.
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Hook Hangers: Integrated assembly matched to fixture and line voltage and equipped with
threaded attachment, cord, and locking-type plug.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
A.
Lighting fixtures: Set level, plumb, and square with ceilings and walls. Install lamps in each
fixture.
B.
Support for Lighting Fixtures in or on Grid-Type Suspended Ceilings: Use grid as a support
element.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Install a minimum of four ceiling support system rods or wires for each fixture. Locate not
more than 6 inches from lighting fixture corners.
Support Clips: Fasten to lighting fixtures and to ceiling grid members at or near each
fixture corner with clips that are UL listed for the application.
Fixtures of Sizes Less Than Ceiling Grid: Install as indicated on reflected ceiling plans or
center in acoustical panel, and support fixtures independently with at least two 3/4-inch
metal channels spanning and secured to ceiling tees.
Install at least one independent support rod or wire from structure to a tab on lighting
fixture. Wire or rod shall have breaking strength of the weight of fixture at a safety factor
of 3.
C.
Adjust aimable lighting fixtures to provide required light intensities.
D.
Connect wiring according to Division 26 Section "Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and
Cables."
END OF SECTION
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