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ELECTRICAL - DIVISION 16
A NEW FACILITY FOR RECEIVED
BONAVENTURE OF TIGARD AUG 4 2014
SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY
8325 SW ROSS ST CITYOFTIGARD
TIGARD, OREGON 97321 BUILDING DIVISION
Job No. 14-0239
07/30/2014
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INDEX
16010 Basic Electrical Requirements
16050 Basic Materials and Methods
16109 Equipment Connections
16110 Raceways
16120 Wires, Cables and Connectors
16130 Boxes
16140 Wiring Devices
16170 Circuit and Motor Disconnects
16190 Supporting Devices
16195 Electrical Identification
16400 Service and Distribution
16450 Grounding
16475 Overcurrent Protection ( vAnrr!O .r3
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SECTION 16010
BASIC ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Electrical systems required for this work includes labor, materials, equipment,
and services necessary to complete installation of electrical work shown on
Drawings, specified herein or required for a complete operable facility and not
specifically described in other Sections of these Specifications. Among the items
required are:
a. Service and distribution equipment.
b. Feeders to switchboards, distribution panels, HVAC equipment, Owner
provided equipment and other equipment.
c. Branch circuit wiring from the distribution panels for lighting, receptacles,
motors, signal systems and other detailed circuit wiring.
d. Luminaires, control switches, receptacles, relays, supports and other
accessory items.
e. Wiring and power connections for motors installed for heating, cooling
and ventilation.
f. Low voltage systems except at provided by Owner's Vendor.
1.2 DEFINITIONS
A. Following is a list of abbreviations generally used in Division 16:
1. ADA Americans With Disabilities Act
2. AHJ Authority Having Jurisdiction
3. ANSI American National Standards Institute
4. APWA American Public Works Association
5. ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
6. FCC Federal Communications Commission
7. HVAC Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning
8. OSSC Oregon Structural Specialty Code-2010
9. IBC 2009 International Building Code
10. IFC International Fire Code, Latest Adopted Version
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11. IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
12. IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
13. IETA International Electrical Testing Association
14. IECC 2009 International Energy Code
15. FM FM Global
16. NEC 2011 National Electrical Code
17. NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
18. NFPA National Fire Protection Association
19. OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
20. UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
21. PPL Pacific Power, Pacificorp
B. Provide: To furnish and install, complete and ready for the intended use.
C. Furnish: Supply and deliver to the project site, ready for unpacking, assembly and
installation.
D. Install: Includes unloading, unpacking, assembling, erecting, installation, applying,
finishing, protecting, cleaning and similar operations at the project site to complete items
of work furnished by others.
1.3 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO DIVISION 1
A. Operation and Maintenance Documentation: Provide copies of certificates of code
authority acceptance, test data, product data, guarantees, warranties, and the like.
B. Shop Drawings: When requested by individual Sections provide shop drawings which
include physical characteristics, electrical characteristics, device layout plans, wiring
diagrams, and the like. Refer to individual Specification Sections for additional
requirements for the shop drawings.
C. Closeout Documentation: Submit electrical code authority certification of inspection.
Include documentation of on-site electrical testing that was performed.
D. Record Drawings:
1. Show changes and deviations from the Drawings. Include written Addendum
and change order items.
2. Show exact routes of feeders 100 amp and larger, and conduits for signal
systems 2 inches in diameter and larger, and service entrance conduits.
3. Show exact location of switchboards, distribution panelboards, safety
disconnects, motor controllers, control panels and the like.
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4. Make changes to drawings in electronic format. Obtain electronic copy from
Architect, use the same version of AutoCAD to prepare record drawings as was
used by the Architect. Provide electronic copy and hard copy to Architect for
review.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Conform to requirements of the OESC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
B. Conform to latest adopted version of the OSSC with amendments by local AHJs.
C. Obtaining and payment for electrical permits by owner.
D. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
E. Conform to requirements of the serving electric and telephone utilities.
1.5 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. For the proper execution of the work coordinate and cooperate with other crafts and
contracts prior to installation.
B. To avoid installation conflicts, thoroughly examine the complete set of Contract
Documents. Resolve conflicts with Architect and Engineer prior to installation.
C. Prior to installation of feeders to equipment requiring electrical connections, examine the
manufacturer's shop drawings, wiring diagrams, product data, and installation
instructions. Verify that the electrical characteristics detailed in the Contract Documents
are consistent with the electrical characteristics of the actual equipment being installed.
When inconsistencies occur request clarification from the Engineer.
PART 2-PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Provide like items from one manufacturer, such as luminaire types, switches, receptacles,
breakers, panels, and the like.
2.2 MATERIALS
A. Provide new electrical materials of the type and quality detailed, listed by UL, bearing
their label wherever standards have been established. Indicated brand names and
catalog numbers are used to establish standards of performance and quality. The
description of materials listed herein governs in the event that catalog numbers do not
correspond to materials described herein.
B. Provide material and equipment that is acceptable to AHJ as suitable for the use
indicated. For example, provide wet labeled equipment in locations that are wet.
C. Include special features, finishes, accessories, and other requirements as described in
the Contract Documents regardless of the item's listed catalog number.
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D. Provide incidentals not specifically mentioned herein or noted on Drawings, but needed
to complete the system, in a safe and satisfactory working condition.
2.3 FIRESTOPPING
A. For additional requirements see Division 7"Firestopping."
B. Intumescent type products conforming to ASTM E814, UL 1479, ASTM E119, UL 263,
and FM approved.
C. Foam Sealant: Foam sealant for use around conduit penetrations to prevent passage of
smoke, fire, toxic gas or water.
D. Product to maintain seal before, during and after fire.
E. Product to be specifically listed for being in direct contact with all adjacent materials
without detrimental effects.
F. Caulk In and around conduit for thermal break at penetration of barrier between heated
and unheated spaces.
G. STI SpecSeal, 3M Fire Barrier, Abesco, Hilti, Ideal Duct Seal, Metacaulk, or approved.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Construction Documents:
1. Drawings are diagrammatic with symbols representing electrical equipment,
outlets, luminaires, and wiring. All necessary directional changes,junction and
pull boxes, etc, needed for a complete installation may not be shown due to the
small scale of the drawings, but are required to be provided for a complete,
operable system.
2. Electrical symbols indicating wiring and equipment shown in the Contract
Documents are included in the Contract unless specifically noted otherwise.
3. Examine the entire set of Drawings to avoid conflicts with other systems.
Determine exact route and installation of electrical wiring and equipment with
conditions of construction.
B. Clarification:
1. The Drawings govern in matters of quantity, the Specification in matters of
quality. In event of conflict on Drawings or in the Specifications,the greater
quantity and the higher quality apply.
2. Should the Electrical Documents indicate a condition conflicting with the
governing codes and regulations, refrain from installing that portion of the work
until clarified by Architect or Engineer.
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3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install electrical equipment complete as directed by manufacturer's installation
instructions. Obtain installation instructions from manufacturer prior to rough-in of the
electrical equipment, examine the instructions thoroughly. When requirements of the
installation instructions conflict with the Contract Documents, request clarification from
Engineer prior to proceeding with the installation.
B. Do not install electrical equipment in obvious passages, doorways, scuttles or crawl
spaces which would impede or block the area passage's intended usage.
C. Earthwork:
1. Refer to Division 2, Section "Earthwork."
2. Perform excavation and backfill required for the installation of electrical work.
D. Noise Control:
1. Do not install outlet boxes back to back. Do not use straight through boxes.
2. Do not place contactors,transformers, starters and similar noise producing
devices on walls which are common to occupied spaces unless specifically called
for on Drawings. Where such devices must be mounted on walls common to
occupied spaces, mount or isolate in such a manner as to effectively prevent the
transmission of their inherent noise to the occupied space.
E. Firestopping:
1. Coordinate with the Drawings the location of fire rated walls, ceilings, floors and
the like. When these assemblies are penetrated by electrical equipment, seal
around the equipment with approved firestopping material.
2. Install firestopping material complete as directed per the manufacturer's
installation instructions.
3. Maintain manufacturer's installation instructions on-site during construction, to be
presented to AHJ upon request.
4. Use fire caulking products specifically listed for the materials being used. Note
that certain fire caulking materials are incompatible with PVC and other plastic
products.
3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Tests:
1. Conduct tests of equipment and systems to demonstrate compliance with
requirements specified in Division 16. Refer to individual Specification Sections
for required tests. Document tests and include in Closeout Documents.
2. During site evaluations by Engineer, provide an electrician with tools to remove
and replace trims, covers, devices, and the like, so that a proper evaluation of the
installation can be performed if requested by the Engineer or AHJ.
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B. Lighting System Control Testing and Commissioning:
1. Test lighting controls to ensure that control devices, components, equipment and
systems are calibrated, adjusted and operate in accordance with Drawings and
Specifications. Provide functional testing of sequences of operation to ensure
operation in accordance with Drawings and Specifications. Provide complete
report of test procedures and results to engineer and insert approved copy into
project closeout documents.
2. Testing shall include:
a. Occupant sensing automatic controls.
b. Automatic time and override controls for interior lighting.
c. Automatic time and photo controls for exterior lighting.
3.4 CLEANING
A. Remove dirt and debris caused by the execution of the electrical work.
B. Leave the entire electrical system installed under this Contract in clean, dust-free and
proper working order.
C. Vacuum clean interiors of new and modified electrical signal and communication
equipment enclosures.
D. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning of luminaires. Any damage to luminaires
caused by improper cleaning are to be replaced at no cost to owner.
1. If existing conduits pass through partitions or ceiling which are being removed or
remodeled, provide new conduit and wire to reroute clear of the construction or
demolition and maintain service to the existing load.
2. Extend circuiting and devices in existing walls to be furred out.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16050
BASIC MATERIALS AND METHODS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Raceways.
2. Wires, cables and connectors.
3. Outlet boxes.
4. Devices and plates.
5. Safety disconnect switches.
6. Surface Raceway Systems
7. Identification.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Provide raceways, wires, cables, connector, boxes,devices,finish plates and the like for
a complete and operational electrical system in compliance with all applicable codes.
B. Electrical Connections: Connect equipment, whether furnished by Owner or other
Divisions of the Contract, electrically complete.
C. Supporting Devices: Safety factor of 4 required for every fastening device or support for
electrical equipment installed. Support to withstand four times weight of equipment it
supports. Bracing to comply with Seismic Zone 4 requirements.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Provide shop drawings and product data for the following:
1. Raceways.
2. Wires, cables and connectors.
3. Outlet boxes.
4. Devices and plates.
5. Safety disconnect switches.
6. Identification equipment.
7. Surface Raceway Systems
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B. Provide the following operating and maintenance instructions from the manufacturer for
project closeout, see project closeout requirements in Division 1:
1. Devices and plates.
2. Safety disconnect switches.
1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the 2011NEC, with amendments by local AHJs.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 RACEWAYS
A. Conduits:
1. Galvanized Rigid Steel Conduit(GRC): Hot-dip galvanized after thread cutting.
Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WWC-581 and ANSI
C80.1.
2. Intermediate Metal Conduit(IMC): Hot-dip galvanized after thread cutting.
Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WWC-581.
3. Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT): Hot-dip galvanized and chromate coated.
Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WWC-563 and ANSI
C80.3.
4. Flexible Conduit: Reduced wall flexible steel conduit. Hot-dip galvanized.
Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification A-A-55810.
5. Flexible Conduit, PVC Coated: Hot-dip galvanized steel. PVC chemical resistant
jacket extruded to core, up to 1-inch trade size. PVC chemical resistant jacket,
tubed over core, up to 4-inch trade size.
6. PVC: Class 40 heavy wall rigid PVC. Rated for use with 90C conductors.
Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WC1094A and NEMA
TC-2.
B. Surface Receptacle/Signal Raceway Systems:
1. Single Channel Surface Raceway:
a. Power: Provide 20 amp multi-circuit raceway as indicated on drawings.
Panduit T-70 System, Wiremold 3000 Series, or approved.
b. Signal: Blank cover with outlets as indicated on drawings. Panduit T-70
System,Wiremold 3000 Series, or approved.
2. Two-Channel Surface Raceway: One channel for power, the other channel for
signal. Provide 20 amp multi-circuit as indicated on drawings. Provide divider
between channels. Panduit T-70 or TG-70 System,Wiremold 4000 Series, or
approved.
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3. Provide lengths taken from drawings to a tolerance of 1/2 inch over raceway
length between end wall surface. Do not scale from Division 16 Drawings.
4. Provide prewired receptacles every 24 inches unless otherwise noted on
drawings.
5. Provide endcaps, corner joints, tees, transition fittings, and the like, for a
complete installation.
6. Verify exact mounting height with drawings.
7. Finish: Gray, Confirm with Architect prior to ordering.
C. Conduit Fittings:
1. Bushings: Malleable iron with plastic insulator lining, 150C rated.
2. Ground Bushings: Malleable iron with plastic insulating liner and aluminum
grounding lug rated for copper or aluminum conductor, 150C rated.
3. EMT Connectors and Couplings:
a. Set Screw Type: Zinc plated steel, insulated throat connectors. Do not
use cast type connectors. Crouse Hinds 460 series, Steel City, Emerson
or equal.
b. Compression Type: Zinc plated steel, insulated throat connectors,
raintight up to 2 inches. Crouse Hinds 600 series, Steel City, Emerson,
Hubbell or equal.
4. Rigid Steel Conduit Ells: PVC coated or painted with No. 51 bitumastic material,
long radius ells, minimum radius of 36 inches.
5. Expansion/Deflection Fittings:
a. EMT: Use O-Z Gedney Type TX.
b. GRC: Use O-Z Gedney Type AX, DX and AXDX.
2.2 WIRES AND CABLES
A. Copper, 600 volt rated throughout. Conductors 14AWG to 10AWG, solid or stranded.
Conductors 8AWG and larger, stranded. Phase color to be consistent at feeder
terminations; A-B-C, top to bottom, left to right, front to back. Conductors 3AWG and
larger, minimum insulation rating of 75C. Insulation types THWN,THHN or XHHW.
Minimum insulation rating of 90C for branch circuits. Color code conductors as follows:
PHASE 208 VOLT WYE
A Black
B Red
C Blue
Neutral White
Ground Green Green Green
Isolated Ground Green w/yellow trace N/A N/A
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B. MC Cable: High strength galvanized steel or aluminum flexible armor. Full length
minimum size No. 12 copper ground wire,THHN 90C conductors, full length tape marker.
Overall PVC or nylon cable tape. Short circuit throat insulators, mechanical compression
termination. Manufacturers: AFC, Southwire, or Carol Brand.
C. NMB Cable: Annealed copper conductors, 600 volt rated. Minimum Size No. [12,]with
ground wire. 90C rated PVC, nylon jacketed insulation.
D. Service Entrance Cable: Copper conductor, 600 volt insulation, XHHW,Type SE.
E. Refer to signal and communications Specification Sections for cable requirements.
2.3 CONNECTORS
A. Copper Pads: Drilled and tapped for multiple conductor terminals.
B. Lugs: Indent/compression type for use with stranded branch circuit or control conductors.
Manufacturers: Anderson, Ilsco, Panduit, Thomas& Betts, 3M, or approved.
C. Conductor Branch Circuits: Wire nuts with integral spring connectors for conductors 18
through 8AWG. Push-in type connectors where conductors are not required to be twisted
together are not acceptable. Manufacturers: Ideal"Wing-Nut" 450 series, 3M, or
approved.
2.4 BOXES
A. General:
1. Luminaire Outlet: 4-inch GaIv. Steel, octagonal box, 1-1/2 inches deep with 3/8-
inch luminaire stud if required. Provide raised covers on bracket outlets and on
ceiling outlets. Crouse Hinds TP300 series, Steel City, Appleton, Hubbell, or
approved.
2. Device Outlet: Installation of one or two devices at common location, minimum
4 inches square, minimum 1-1/2 inches deep. One-or two-gang, galv. steel,
flush device raised covers. Crouse Hinds , Hubbell, Steel City, or approved.
3. Signal and Communication Systems Outlet: 4-inch galv. steel, square box, 2-1/8
inches deep. One-or two-gang raised device cover. Crouse Hinds, Steel City,
Hubbell, Appleton or approved.
4. Multiple Devices: Three or more devices at common location. Install one-piece
gang boxes with one-piece device cover. Install one device per gang. Crouse
Hinds, Steel City, Appleton, Hubbell, or approved
5. Masonry Boxes: Outlets in concrete, Bowers, Hubbell, or approved.
6. Accessories: Provide outlet box accessories as required for each installation,
including mounting brackets, wallboard hangers, extension "mud" rings,
luminaire studs, cable clamps and metal straps for supporting outlet boxes,
compatible with outlet boxes being used and meeting requirements of individual
wiring situations.
B. Weatherproof Outlet Boxes: Provide corrosion-resistant cast metal weatherproof outlet
wiring boxes, of the type, shape and size, including depth of box, with threaded conduit
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ends, cast metal face plate with spring-hinged waterproof cap suitably configured for
each application, including face plate gasket, blank plugs and corrosionproof fasteners.
Weatherproof boxes to be constructed to have smooth sides, gray finish. Bell, Carlon,
Red Dot, or approved.
C. Junction and Pull Boxes: Provide ANSI 49 gray enamel painted sheet steel junction and
pull boxes, with screw-on covers; of the type shape and size,to suit each respective
location and installation; with welded seams and equipped with steel nuts, bolts, screws
and washers. Circle AW, Hoffman, or approved.
D. Box Extension Adapter: Die-cast aluminum construction. Install over flush wall outlet
boxes to permit flexible raceway extension to equipment. Bell 940 Series, Carlon, Red
Dot IHE4 Series, or approved.
E. Conduit Fittings: Provide corrosion-resistant punched-steel box knockout closures,
conduit locknuts and plastic conduit bushings of the type and size to suit each respective
use and installation. O-Z Gedney, Thomas & Betts, or approved.
F. Floor Boxes and Poke-Thrus:
1. Multi-Gang Box, Slab on Grade: Wiremold RFB4-CI series cast iron housing with
S36CCTC series brass finish, steel flanged activation for use with matching
carpet or tile insert. Rubber gasket protects interior from water and debris.
Provide with two duplex receptacles and blank inserts for two future data outlets.
2. Multi-Gang Box, Slab Above Grade: Wiremold RFB4 series steel housing with
S36CCTC series brass finish, steel flanged activation for use with matching
carpet or tile insert. Rubber gasket protects interior from water and debris.
Provide with two duplex receptacles and blank inserts for two future data outlets.
3. Multi-Gang Box, Concrete Finish Floor: Same as above, except use Wiremold
S36BBTC series brass finish, steel flanged activation.
4. Single-Gang Box, Slab on Grade: Wiremold 880CM (cast-iron) series with 817
series brass finish flange suitable for both carpet and tile floors, and 828GF1
brass finish cover plate insert.
5. Single-Gang Box, Slab Above Grade: Wiremold 880S (stamped steel) series with
817 series brass finish flange suitable for both carpet and tile floors, and 828GF1
brass finish cover plate insert.
6. Poke-Thrus: Fire rated for 4 hour, dual service, flush brass cover and service
fitting prewired specification grade receptacle, voice/data jacks, Hubbell PT7
Series, or approved.
7. Provide floor boxes sized minimum 3-7/16 inches deep with 1-inch factory
knockouts.
8.
2.5 WIRING DEVICES
A. Wall Switches:
1. Characteristics:
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a. Toggle Type: Quiet acting, 20 amp, 120/277 volt, UL listed for motor
loads up to 80 percent of rated amperage. Cooper 1221, Leviton 1221,
Hubbell 1221, Pass & Seymour 20ACI.
b. Decorative AC Rocker Switches: Quiet acting, 20 amp, 120/277 volt, UL
listed for motor loads up to 80 percent of rated amperage. Cooper,
Hubbell, Leviton, Pass& Seymour.
2. Pilot Light Switches: Lighted handle, toggle type, red unless noted otherwise,
neon pilot lamp. Pilot lamp energized when load is energized. 20 amp/120 volt,
Hubbell Series 1221-PL; 20 amp/208-277 volt, Hubbell Series 1221-PLF, Leviton
1221-PL, or approved.
3. Lighted Handle Switches: Lighted handle, quiet acting, 20 amp, 120/277 volt,
toggle type, red unless noted otherwise, neon lamp. Lamp energized when load
is not energized. Hubbell, Leviton, Cooper, Pass &Seymour, or approved.
4. Key Switches: 20 amp/120-277 volt, black key guide. Cooper 1991-L, Hubbell
1221-L, Leviton 1221-2L, Pass&Seymour 20ACI-L, or approved.
5. Finish: Standard color as selected by the Architect, confirm prior to ordering.
B. Wall Dimmers: Compatible with type or load controlled (i.e., electronic ballast, low
voltage luminaire, and the like). Finish to match wall switches. Size dimmers to accept
connected load. Do not cut fins. Where dimmers are ganged together, provide a single
multi-gang coverplate. Leviton TN Series, Lutron NT Series, or approved.
C. Receptacles:
1. Finish: Same exposed finish as switches.
2. Duplex Receptacle Characteristics: Straight parallel blade, 20 amp, 125 volt, 2
pole, 3 wire grounding, NEMA 5-20R configuration, UL listed.
a. Commercial Grade: Riveted. Brass ground contact on steel mounting
strap. 20 amp. Cooper BR20, Hubbell CR5362, Leviton BR20, Pass&
Seymour BR20.
b. Decorative Type: Back and side wired 20 amp. Cooper 6352, Hubbell
HBL2162, Leviton 16362, Pass& Seymour 26352.
3. Isolated Ground Receptacle: Isolated ground "delta"on receptacle face, orange
finish, 20-amp. Hubbell IG-5362, Cooper IG-5362, Leviton, Pass & Seymour.
4. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter(GFCI) Receptacle: Meets or exceeds UL943
(Class A GFCI), UL498. Feed through type, back-and-side wired, 20 amp,
125VAC, Cooper XGF20, Hubbell GF5362, Leviton 8898, Pass&Seymour 2094.
5. Tamper-Resistant Receptacle: 20 amp, 125VAC, complies with NEC Article 517
and NEC requirements for tamper-resistant outlets in patient care areas of
pediatric locations. Cooper TR8300, Hubbell 8300SGA, Leviton 8300-SG, Pass
& Seymour TR63H
6. Combination Tamper-Resitant/AFCI (arc-flash interrupting) Receptacle: : 20
amp, 125VAC, complies with NEC Article 517 and NEC requirements for Tamper
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resistance, and for Arc Fault protection. Conform to NEMA WD-6, ANSI C-73,
UL 498, CSA Std. C22.2 No. 42. Leviton AFTR2, Hubbell, Cooper, Pass &
Seymour equal.
7. UL Wet-Listed Covers While-In-Use: NEMA 3R when closed over energized
plug. Vertical mount for duplex receptacle. Provide continuous use cover with
cover capable of closing over energized cord cap with bottom aperture for cord
exit. UV stabilized polycarbonate cover with closed cell neoprene foam gasket.
Pass& Seymour WIUC10, Leviton 5977, Hubbell WP826MP, Cooper 4966.
Intermatic WP1010MC.
8. Special Purpose Receptacles: Refer to drawings for NEMA Standard
Specification.
D. Finish Plates: Confirm finish with Architect prior to ordering.
E. Surface Covers:
1. Material: Galvanized or cadmium plated steel, 1/2-inch raised industrial type with
openings appropriate for devices installed in surface outlets.
2. Cast Box and Extension Adaptors: Aluminum,with gasket, blank. One gang,
Bell 240-ALF, Carlon; two gang, Bell 236-ALF, Carlon, or approved.
2.6 SAFETY DISCONNECTS
A. Toggle Type Disconnect Switches: 120 volt, 1 pole, 20 amp, 1 HP maximum. NEMA 1
enclosure for indoors, NEMA 3R enclosure for outdoors.
B. Manual Motor Starters: Quick-make, quick-break. Thermal overload protection. Device
labeled with maximum voltage, current and horsepower. Eaton Electrical, General
Electric, Siemens, Square D Class 2510, or approved. Provide NEMA 1 enclosure for
indoors, NEMA 3R enclosure for outdoors.
C. Safety Switches: Heavy duty, fused type, dual rated, quick-make, quick-break with fuse
rejection feature for use with Class R fuses only, unless other fuse type is specifically
noted. Provide NEMA 1 enclosure for indoors, NEMA 3R enclosure for outdoors.
Switches clearly marked for maximum voltage, current and horsepower. Equip enclosure
with defeatable cover interlock. Switches rated for maximum available fault current.
Manufacturers: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens, Square D, or approved.
2.7 SUPPORTING DEVICES
A. Hangers: Kindorf B-905-2A channel, H-119-D washer, C105 strap, 3/8-inch rod with
ceiling flange.
B. Concrete Inserts: Kindorf D-255, cast in concrete for support fasteners for loads up to
800 lbs.
C. Pipe Straps: Two-hole galvanized or malleable iron.
D. Luminaire Chain: Single jack chain No. 10, 40 lb.working load limit.
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2.8 ELECTRICAL IDENTIFICATION
A. Engraved Labels: Melamine plastic laminate, white with black core, 1/16 inch thick,
manufactured by Lamicoid. Engravers standard letter style, minimum 3/16-inch high
letters, capitals. Drill or punch labels for mechanical fastening except where adhesive
mounting is necessary because of substrate. Use self-tapping stainless steel screws.
B. Conductor Numbers: Manufacturers standard vinyl-cloth self-adhesive cable and
conductor markers of the wraparound type. Preprinted black numbers on yellow field.
Brady, Panduit, or approved.
C. Branch Circuit Panel Schedules: Provide branch circuit identification schedules,
typewritten, clearly filled out, to identify load connected to each circuit and location of
load. Numbers to correspond to numbers assigned to each circuit breaker pole position.
D. Underground Utilities Markers: Inert polyethylene plastic ribbon, 6 inches wide by 4 mil
thick. Safety Red for electric power distribution. Safety Alert Orange for telephone,
signal, data and cable TV. Imprint over entire length of ribbon in permanent black letters,
the system description, selected from manufacturer's standard legend which most
accurately identifies the subgrade system. Manufacturers: Allen Systems, Inc., Panduit
Corp., or approved.
E. Circuit Breaker Identification: Provide permanent identification number in or on
panelboard dead-front adjacent to each circuit breaker pole position.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
A. Verify electrical characteristics of equipment prior to installation of conduits and wiring for
equipment. Coordinate HVAC voltage requirements with drawings and equipment
submittals prior to rough in.
3.2 MOTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT WIRING
A. Do not install electrical equipment or wiring on mechanical equipment without approval of
Architect.
B. Provide moisture tight equipment wiring and switches in ducts or plenums used for
environmental air.
C. Connect motor branch circuits complete from panel to motor as required by code and
manner herein described.
D. Motor starter, control devices and control wiring provided by other Divisions unless noted
on drawings.
3.3 APPLIANCE/UTILIZATION EQUIPMENT
A. Provide appropriate cable and cord cap for final connection unless equipment is provided
with same. Verify special purpose outlet NEMA configuration and ampere rating with
equipment supplier prior to ordering devices and coverplates.
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3.4 INSTALLATION
A. Conduit:
1. Conduit Joints: Assemble conduits continuous and secure to boxes, panels,
luminaires and equipment with fittings to maintain continuity. Provide watertight
joints where embedded in concrete, below grade or in damp locations. Seal PVC
conduit joints with solvent cement and metal conduit with metal thread primer.
Rigid conduit connections to be threaded, clean and tight(metal to metal).
2. Conduit Placement:
a. Install continuous conduit and raceways for electrical power wiring and
signal systems wiring.
b. Conceal conduits. Exposed conduits are permitted only in the following
areas:
1) Mechanical rooms, electrical rooms or spaces where walls,
ceilings and floors will not be covered with finished materials.
2) Existing walls that are concrete or block construction.
3) Where specifically noted on the drawings.
c. Where exposed conduits are permitted install parallel or at right angles to
building lines, tight to finished surfaces and neatly offset into boxes.
d. Do not install conduits or other electrical equipment in obvious passages,
doorways, scuttles or crawl spaces which would impede or block the
area passage's intended usage.
e. Do not install conduits on surface of building exterior, across roof, on top
of parapet walls, or across floors.
f. Route raceway at least 6 inches from hot surfaces above 120F, including
noninsulated steam lines, heat ducts, and the like.
3. Below Grade Conduit and Cables: Place a minimum 3-inch cover of sand or
clean earth fill around the cable or conduit on a leveled trench bottom. Lay
conduit on a smooth level trench bottom, so that contact is made for its entire
length. Remove water from trench before electrical conduit is installed.
4. Maximum Bends: Install code sized pull boxes to limit sum of bends in a run of
conduit to 270 degrees.
5. Flexible Conduit: Install 12-inch minimum slack loop on flexible metallic conduit
and PVC coated flexible metallic conduit.
6. Conduit Size: Size as indicated on drawings. Where size is not indicated,
provide conduit in minimum code permitted size for THW conductors of quantity
required for complete operation. Minimum trade size 1/2 inch.
7. Provide pull cord in empty conduits that exceed 10 feet in length or the total sum
of bends exceed 90 degree radius.
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8. Conduit Use Locations:
a. Underground: PVC.
b. Wet Locations, and Subject to Mechanical Damage: GRC, IMC.
c. Damp Locations and Locations Exposed to Rain: GRC, IMC, and EMT
up to 2 inches in diameter.
d. Dry, Protected: GRC, IMC, EMT.
e. Sharp Bends and Elbows: GRC, EMT use factory elbows.
f. Install pull wire or nylon cord in empty raceways provided for other
systems. Secure wire or cord at each end.
g. Elbow for Low Energy Signal Systems: Use long radius factory ells
where linking sections of raceway for installation of signal cable.
h. Motors, recessed luminaires and equipment connections subject to
movement or vibration, use flexible metallic conduit.
Motors and equipment connections subject to movement or vibration and
subjected to any of the following conditions; exterior location, moist or
humid atmosphere,water spray, oil or grease use PVC coated liquid tight
flexible metallic conduit.
9. Branch Circuits: Do not change the intent of the branch circuits or controls
without approval. Homeruns for 20 amp branch circuits may be combined to a
maximum of six current carrying conductors in a homerun. Apply derating factors
as required by NEC. Increase conductor size as needed.
10. Feeders: Do not combine or change feeder runs.
11. Unless otherwise indicated, provide raceway systems for lighting, power and
Class 1 remote-control and signaling circuits and Class 2 and 3 remote-control
signaling and communication circuits.
B. Conduit Fittings:
1. Use set screw type steel fittings only in dry locations. When set screw fittings are
utilized provide insulated continuous equipment ground conductor in conduit,
from over current protection device to outlet. Do not use cast type fittings.
2. Use compression fittings in dry locations, damp and rain-exposed locations.
Maximum size permitted in damp locations and locations exposed to rain is
2 inches in diameter.
3. Use threaded type fittings in wet locations and damp or rain-exposed locations
where conduit size is greater than 2 inches.
4. Use PVC coated rigid steel conduit ells for underground power and telephone
service entrance conduits. Use 36-inch radius ells for power service conduits
and 48-inch radius ells for telephone service conduits.
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5. Use insulated type bushings with ground provision at switchboards, panelboards,
safety disconnect switches,junction boxes and the like that have feeders 60
amperes and greater.
6. Provide bushing or EMT connector for conduits that do not terminate in box,
enclosure, or the like.
7. Provide conduit expansion fittings at building expansion joints and at locations
where conduit is exposed to thermal expansion and contraction.
C. Surface Receptacle/Signal Raceway System: Install per manufacturer's installation
instructions. Install perpendicular and parallel to building lines.
D. Sleeves and Chases: Provide necessary rigid conduit sleeves, openings and chases
where conduits or cables are required to pass through floors, ceiling or walls. Maintain
integrity of fire-rated assemblies at penetrations of walls, ceilings or floors.
E. Conductors,Wires and Cables:
1. Conductor Installation: Install conductors in raceways having adequate, code
size cross-sectional area for wires indicated. Install conductors with care to
avoid damage to insulation. Do not apply greater tension on conductors than
recommended by manufacturer during installation. Use of pulling compounds is
permitted. Clean residue from exposed conductors and raceway entrances after
conductor installation. Do not use pulling compounds for installation of
conductors connected to GFCI circuit breakers or GFCI receptacles.
2. Conductor Size and Quantity: Install no conductors smaller than 12AWG unless
otherwise shown. Provide required conductors for a fully operable system.
3. Provide dedicated neutrals (one neutral conductor for each phase conductor) in
the following single phase circuits:
a. Dimmer controlled circuits.
b. Isolated ground circuits.
c. Other electronic equipment that produces a high level of harmonic
distortion including, but not limited to, computers, printers, plotters, copy
machines, and fax machines.
4. MC Cable is allowed for the following conditions. Installations not meeting these
conditions will be removed and replaced at installer's own expense.
a. 20 and 30 amp branch circuiting where following conditions apply:
1) Where there is a suspended ceiling with accessible space above
(example: suspended acoustic ceiling tile).
2) Do not use for homeruns from branch circuit to first device or
luminaire in circuit.
3) For drops to ceiling-mounted luminaires in areas with accessible
ceiling space.
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4) In residential units.
5. NMB Non-Metallic sheathed cable is allowed for use only in areas as allowed by
the local AHJ, in Non-Assembly areas per 2011 NEC. Confirm with AHJ prior to
construction.
F. Connectors: Retighten lugs and connectors for conductors to equipment prior to
Substantial Completion.
G. Boxes:
1. Location: Locate boxes and conduit bodies so as to ensure accessibility of
electrical wiring.
2. Round Boxes: Avoid using round boxes where conduit must enter through side
of box, which would result in a difficult and insecure connection with a locknut or
bushing on the rounded surface.
3. Anchoring: Secure boxes rigidly to the substrate upon which they are being
mounted, or solidly embed boxes in concrete or masonry.
4. Special Application: Provide weatherproof outlets for locations exposed to
weather or moisture.
5. Knockout Closures: Provide knockout closures to cap unused knockout holes
where blanks have been removed.
6. Outlet System: Provide electrical boxes and fittings as required for a complete
installation. Include but not limited to outlet boxes,junction boxes, pull boxes,
bushings, locknuts, and other necessary components.
7. Code Compliance: Comply with NEC as applicable to construction and
installation of electrical boxes and fittings and size boxes according to NEC,
except as noted otherwise.
8. Flush Outlets in Finished Spaces: Maintain integrity of insulation and vapor
barrier. Surface outlets are only acceptable in areas with surface conduit.
9. Mount center of outlet boxes as required by ADA, or noted on drawings, the
following distance above the floor:
a. Control Switches: 48 inches.
b. Receptacles: 18 inches.
c. Telecom Outlets: 18 inches.
d. Other Outlets: As indicated in other Sections of Specifications or as
detailed on drawings.
10. Coordinate electrical device locations (switches, receptacles, and the like)with
drawings to prevent mounting devices in mirrors, back splashes, behind cabinets,
and the like.
H. Wiring Devices:
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1. Wall-Mounted Receptacles: Install with long dimension oriented vertically at
centerline height shown on drawings or specified herein.
2. Vertical Alignment: When more than one outlet is shown on drawings in close
proximity to each other, but at different elevations, align the outlets on a common
vertical center line for best appearance. Verify with Architect.
3. GFCI Outlets: One GFCI receptacle may be used to provide GFCI protection to
downstream duplex receptacles on the same branch circuit provided the
following conditions are met:
a. The downstream receptacles are in the same room as the upstream
GFCI duplex receptacles, and the downstream duplex receptacles are
labeled as being protected by an upstream GFCI receptacle in the same
room.
Provide NEC-required disconnect switches whether specifically shown on drawings or
not. Provide disconnect switch in sight of each motor location unless otherwise noted.
Provide disconnect switch in site of each motor controller. Motor controller disconnect
equipped with lock-out/tag-out padlock provisions do not require a disconnect switch at
the controlled motor location. Coordinate fuse ampere rating with installed equipment.
Fuse ampere rating variance between original design information and installed
equipment, size in accordance with Bussmann Fusetron 40C recommendations. Do not
provide fuses of lower ampere rating than motor starter thermal units.
J. Supporting Devices:
1. Verify mounting height of luminaires or items prior to installation when heights
are not detailed.
2. Install vertical support members for equipment and luminaires, straight and
parallel to building walls. Provide independent supports to structural member for
electrical luminaires, materials, or equipment installed in or on ceiling, walls or in
void spaces or over furred or suspended ceilings.
3. Do not use other trade's fastening devices as supporting means for electrical
equipment, materials or luminaires. Do not use supports or fastening devices to
support other than one particular item.
4. Support conduits within 18 inches of outlets, boxes, panels, cabinets and
deflections. Maximum distance between supports not to exceed 8 foot spacing.
5. Securely suspend junction boxes, pull boxes or other conduit terminating
housings located above suspended ceiling from the floor above or roof structure
to prevent sagging and swaying.
6. Provide seismic bracing per IBC and Arizona requirements for this building
location.
K. Electrical Identification:
1. Graphics: Coordinate names, abbreviations and designations used on drawings
with equipment labels.
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2. Underground Utilities Markers: Install continuous tape, 6 to 8 inches below finish
grade, for each exterior underground raceway.
3. Conductor Identification: Apply markers on each conductor for power, control,
signaling and communications circuits.
4. Install an engraved label on each major unit of electrical equipment indicating
both equipment name and circuit serving equipment(e.g. "EF-1, CKT. 2P1-
1,3,5), including but not limited to the following items: Disconnect switches,
relays, contactors,time switches, override switches, service disconnects,
distribution switches, branch circuit panelboards, and central or master unit of
each electrical system including communication/signal systems.
5. Install engraved labels on the inside of flush panels, visible when door is opened.
Install label on outside of surface panel.
6. Install signs at locations detailed or, where not otherwise indicated, at location for
best convenience of viewing without interference with operation and maintenance
of equipment.
7. On the back of receptacle and switch finish plates legibly write with indelible ink
pen the circuit that each device is connected to.
3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Wiring Device Tests: Test wiring devices to ensure electrical continuity of grounding
connections, and after energizing circuitry, to demonstrate compliance with requirements.
Test receptacles for line to neutral, line to ground and neutral to ground faults. Correct
any defective wiring.
B. Feeder Tests:
1. Test conductor insulation on feeders of 100 amp and greater for conformity with
+1000 volt megohmeter. Use Insulated Cable Engineers Association testing
procedures. Minimum insulation resistance acceptable is 1 megohm for systems
600 volts and below. Notify Architect if insulation resistance is less than 1
megohm.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16109
EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Connect equipment, whether furnished by Owner or other Divisions of the Contract,
electrically complete.
B. Power connections only in Division 16 for equipment provided by Owner or other
Divisions. Equipment not set in place by Division 16.
C. Ground equipment with equipment grounding conductor.
1.2 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the NEC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
PART 2- PRODUCTS (Not Used)
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
A. Verify electrical characteristics of equipment prior to installation of conduits and wiring for
equipment.
B. Unless otherwise noted in contract documents, the following voltage and phase
characteristics apply to motors furnished by others:
1. 1/3 HP and Under: 120 volt, 1 phase.
2. 1/2 HP and Over: 208 volt, 3 phase.
C. Coordinate HVAC voltage requirements with Drawings and equipment submittals prior to
rough in.
3.2 MOTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT WIRING
A. Do not install electrical equipment or wiring on mechanical equipment without approval of
Architect.
B. Provide moisture tight equipment wiring and switches in ducts or plenums used for
environmental air.
C. Connect motor branch circuits complete from panel to motor as required by code and
manner herein described.
D. Motor starters for equipment supplied by Owner and other Divisions provided by
equipment installer for installation by Division 16.
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E. Motor starter control devices and wiring provided by other Divisions unless noted on
Drawings.
F. Install feeder circuit to packaged HVAC equipment. Terminate feeder conductors at line
terminals as directed by equipment manufacturer.
3.3 APPLIANCE/UTILIZATION EQUIPMENT
A. Provide appropriate cable and cord cap for final connection unless equipment is provided
with same. Install receptacle to receive cord cap.
B. Verify special purpose outlet NEMA configuration and ampere rating with equipment
supplier prior to ordering devices and coverplates.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16110
RACEWAYS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Raceways.
2. Conduit fittings.
3. Sleeves and chases.
4. Surface metal raceways.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Provide raceways, wires, cables, connector, boxes, devices,finish plates and the like for
a complete and operational electrical system.
B. Electrical Connections: Connect equipment, whether furnished by Owner or other
Divisions of the Contract, electrically complete.
C. Supporting Devices: Safety factor of 4 required for every fastening device or support for
electrical equipment installed. Support to withstand four times weight of equipment it
supports. Bracing to comply with Seismic Zone 4 requirements.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit For:
1. Raceways.
2. Conduit fittings.
3. Surface metal raceways.
1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the NEC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
1.5 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Raceway System is Defined as Consisting of: Conduit, tubing or duct and fittings
including but not limited to connectors, couplings, offsets, elbows, bushings, expansion
and deflection fittings and other components and accessories. Complete electrical
raceway installation before starting the installation of conductors and cables.
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B. Finished Surfaces: Prevent cutting in connection with finished work. Make repairs in a
manner approved by Architect.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Raceways: Allied Steel, Certainteed, Jones & Laughlin, Carlon, Kraloy, or approved.
B. Conduit Fittings: 0-Z Gedney, Thomas& Betts, Crouse& Hinds, or approved.
C. Surface Metal Raceway System: Square D, Wiremold, or approved, unless specifically
noted on Drawings.
2.2 CONDUITS
A. Galvanized Rigid Steel Conduit(GRC):
1. Hot-dip galvanized after thread cutting.
2. Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WWC-581 and ANSI
C80.1.
3. Uniform finish coat with chromate for added protection.
B. Rigid Aluminum Conduit: Alloy 6063, threaded at each connection.
C. Intermediate Metal Conduit(IMO):
1. Hot-dip galvanized after thread cutting.
2. Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WWC-581.
3. Uniform finish coat with chromate for added protection.
D. Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT):
1. Hot-dip galvanized and chromate coated.
2. Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WWC-563 and ANSI
C80.3.
E. Flexible Conduit:
1. Reduced wall flexible steel conduit.
2. Hot-dip galvanize steel strip prior to forming and joining.
3. Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WWC-566.
F. Flexible Conduit, PVC Coated:
1. Hot-dip galvanize steel strip prior to forming and joining.
2. PVC chemical resistant jacket extruded to core, up to 1 inch trade size.
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3. PVC chemical resistant jacket, tubed over core, up to 4 inch trade size.
G. PVC:
1. Class 40 heavy wall rigid PVC.
2. Rated for use with 90C conductors.
3. Manufacture in conformance with Federal Specification WC1094A and NEMA
TC-2.
2.3 SURFACE METAL RACEWAY SYSTEMS
A. Single Channel Surface Raceway:
1. Power: Provide 20 amp multi-circuit raceway as indicated on Drawings.
Wiremold 3000 Series, or approved.
2. Signal: Blank cover with outlets as indicated on Drawings. Wiremold 3000
Series, or approved.
B. Two Channel Surface Raceway: One channel for power, the other channel for signal.
Provide 20 amp multi-circuit as indicated on Drawings. Provide divider between
channels. Wiremold 4000 Series, or approved.
C. Provide lengths scaled from Drawings to a tolerance of 1/2 inch, over raceway length,
between end wall surface. Do not scale from Division 16 Drawings.
D. Provide prewired receptacles every 24 inches unless otherwise noted on Drawings.
E. Provide endcaps, corner joints, tees, transition fittings, and the like, for a complete
installation.
F. Verify exact mounting height with Drawings.
G. Finish Gray.
2.4 CONDUIT FITTINGS
A. Bushings:
1. Insulated Type for Threaded Rigid, IMC Conduit or Raceway Connectors without
Factory Installed Plastic Throat Conductor Protection: Thomas& Betts 1222
Series or O-Z Gedney B Series.
2. Insulated Grounding Type for Threaded Rigid, IMC Conduit and Conduit
Connectors: O-Z Gedney BLG Series.
B. Raceway Connectors and EMT Couplings:
1. Steel conductor and coupling bodies, with zinc electroplate or hot-dip
galvanizing. Cast type not approved.
2. Connector locknuts are steel, with threading meeting ASTM tolerances.
Locknuts are zinc electroplated or hot-dip galvanized.
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3. Connector throats (EMT, flexible conduit, metal clad cable and cordset
connectors) have factory installed plastic inserts permanently installed. For
normal cable or conductor exiting angles from the NEC bending radius), the
cable jacket or conductor insulation bears only on the plastic throat insert.
4. Steel gland, Tomic or Regal connectors and couplings are recognized for this
Contract as having acceptable raceway to fitting electrical conductance.
5. Set screw connectors and couplings, without integral compression glands, are
recognized for this Contract as not having acceptable raceway to fitting electrical
conductance. A ground conductor sized per this Specification must be included
and bonded within a raceway assembly utilizing this type connector or coupling.
C. Expansion/Deflection Fittings:
1. EMT, O-Z Gedney Type TX.
2. RMC, O-Z Gedney Type AX, DX and AXDX, Crouse& Hinds XD.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Inserts, Anchors and Sleeves:
1. Coordinate location of inserts and anchor bolts for electrical systems prior to
pouring concrete.
2. Coordinate location of sleeves for electrical systems prior to pouring concrete,
with consideration for other building systems.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Conduit:
1. Conduit Joints: Assemble conduits continuous and secure to boxes, panels,
luminaires and equipment with fittings to maintain continuity. Provide watertight
joints where embedded in concrete, below grade or in damp locations. Seal PVC
conduit joints with solvent cement and metal conduit with metal thread primer.
Rigid conduit connections to be threaded, clean and tight(metal to metal).
Threadless connections are not permitted for GRC and IMC.
2. Conduit Placement:
a. Install continuous conduit and raceways for electrical power wiring.
b. Conceal conduits. Exposed conduits are permitted only in the following
areas:
1) Mechanical rooms, electrical rooms or spaces where walls,
ceilings and floors will not be covered with finished materials.
2) Where specifically noted on the Drawings.
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c. Do not install conduits or other electrical equipment in obvious passages,
doorways, scuttles or crawl spaces which would impede or block the
area passage's intended usage.
d. Do not install conduits on surface of building exterior, across roof, on top
of parapet walls, or across floors.
e. Route raceway at least 6 inches from hot surfaces above 120F, including
noninsulated steam lines, heat ducts, and the like.
3. Below Grade Conduit and Cables:
a. Place a minimum 3 inch cover of sand or clean earth fill around the cable
or conduit on a leveled trench bottom, below required backfill. Lay
conduit on a smooth level trench bottom, so that contact is made for its
entire length.
b. Remove water from trench before electrical conduit is installed.
c. When three or more conduits are in a single trench, use conduit spacers
that will maintain 3 inch spacing between the conduits. Provide spacers
on 5 foot centers.
4. Maximum Bends: Install code sized pull boxes to restrict maximum bends in a
run of conduit to 270 degrees.
5. Conduit Terminations: Provide conduits shown on Drawings which terminate
without box, panel, cabinet or conduit fitting with not less than five full threads.
Bushings and metal washer type sealer between bushing and conduit end.
6. Flexible Conduit: Install 12 inch minimum slack loop on flexible metallic conduit
and PVC coated flexible metallic conduit.
7. Conduit Size: Size as indicated on Drawings. Where size is not indicated,
provide conduit in minimum code permitted size for THW conductors of quantity
shown. Minimum trade size 1/2 inch.
8. Conduit Use Locations:
a. Underground: PVC.
b. Wet Locations and Subject to Mechanical Damage: GRC, IMC.
c. Damp Locations and Locations Exposed to Rain: GRC, IMC, and EMT
up to 2 inches in diameter.
d. Dry, Protected: GRC, IMC, EMT.
e. Sharp Bends and Elbows: GRC, EMT use factory elbows.
f. Install pull wire or nylon cord in empty raceways provided for other
systems. Secure wire or cord at each end.
g. Elbow for Low Energy Signal Systems: Use long radius factory ells
where linking sections of raceway for installation of signal cable.
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h. Motors, recessed luminaires and equipment connections subject to
movement or vibration, use flexible metallic conduit.
Motors and equipment connections subject to movement or vibration and
subjected to any of the following conditions; exterior location, moist or
humid atmosphere, water spray, oil or grease use PVC coated liquid tight
flexible metallic conduit.
9. Branch Circuits: Do not change the intent of the branch circuit or controls without
approval. Homeruns for 20 amp branch circuits may be combined to a maximum
of six conductors in a homerun. Apply derating factors. Increase conductor size
as needed.
10. Feeders: Do not combine or change feeder runs.
11. Unless otherwise indicated, provide raceway systems for lighting, power and
Class 1 remote-control and signaling circuits and Class 2 and 3 remote-control
signaling and communication circuits.
B. Conduit Fittings:
1. Use set screw type fittings only in dry locations. When set screw fittings are
utilized provide insulated continuous equipment ground conductor in conduit,
from over current protection device to outlet.
2. Use compression fittings in dry locations, damp and rain-exposed locations.
Maximum size permitted in damp locations and locations exposed to rain is
2 inches in diameter.
3. Use threaded type fittings in wet locations, and damp or rain-exposed locations
where conduit size is greater than 2 inches.
4. Use PVC coated rigid steel conduit ells for underground power and telephone
service entrance conduits. Use 36-inch radius ells for power service conduits
and 48-inch radius ells for telephone service conduits.
5. Use insulated type bushings with ground provision at switchboards, panelboards,
safety disconnect switches,junction boxes and the like that have feeders 60
amperes and greater.
6. Provide bushing or EMT connector for conduits that do not terminate in box,
enclosure, or the like.
7. Provide conduit expansion fittings at building expansion joints and at locations
where conduit is exposed to thermal expansion and contraction.
C. Surface Metal Raceway System: Install per manufacturer's installation instructions,
parallel to building lines.
D. Sleeves and Chases-Floor, Ceiling and Wall Penetrations: Provide necessary rigid
conduit sleeves, openings and chases where conduits or cables are required to pass
through floors, ceiling or walls.
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SECTION 16120
WIRES, CABLES AND CONNECTORS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Wires and cables.
2. Connectors.
3. Lugs and pads.
4. MC cable.
5. NMB cable.
6. Service entrance cable.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Provide wires, cables, connectors, lugs, and the like for a complete and operational
electrical system.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Provide product data for the following equipment:
1. Wires.
2. Cables.
3. Connectors.
4. Lugs.
B. Provide the insulation cable testing report in the project closeout documentation, see
Project Closeout Requirements in Division 1.
1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the WEC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Wires and Cables: Carol, General Cable, Okonite, Rome, Southwire, or approved.
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B. Connectors: Stranded conductors by Anderson, Burndy, Ilsco, Thomas& Betts, or
approved.
C. Splices:
1. Branch Circuit Splices: Ideal, Scotch-Lock, 3M, or approved.
2. Feeder Splices: Compression barrel splice with two layers Scotch 23 and four
layers of Scotch 33+ as vapor barrier.
D. MC Cable: AFC, Carol Brand, Southwire, or approved.
E. NMB Cable: AFC, Carol Brand, Southwire, or approved.
2.2 WIRES AND CABLES
A. Copper, 600 volt rated throughout. Conductors 14AWG to 10AWG, solid or stranded.
Conductors 8AWG and larger, stranded.
B. Phase color to be consistent at feeder terminations; A-B-C, top to bottom, left to right,
front to back.
C. Color code conductors as follows:
PHASE 208 VOLT WYE
A Black
B Red
C Blue
Neutral White
Ground Green
Isolated Ground Green w/yellow trace
D. Conductors 3AWG and larger, minimum insulation rating of 75C.
E. Insulation types THWN, THHN or XHHW. Minimum insulation rating of 75C for branch
circuits.
F. MC Cable: High strength galvanized steel or aluminum flexible armor. Full length
minimum size No. 12 copper ground wire, THHN 90C conductors, full length tape marker.
Overall PVC or nylon cable tape. Short circuit throat insulators, mechanical compression
termination. Manufacturers: Alflex,AFC, or Carol.
G. NMB Cable: Annealed copper conductors, 600 volt rated. Minimum Size No. 12, with
ground wire. 90C rated PVC, nylon jacketed insulation.
H. Refer to signal and communications Specification Sections for cable requirements.
2.3 CONNECTORS
A. Copper Pads: Drilled and tapped for multiple conductor terminals.
B. Lugs: Indent/compression type for use with stranded branch circuit or control conductors.
Manufacturers: Anderson, Ilsco, Panduit, Thomas& Betts, 3M, or approved.
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C. Conductor Branch Circuits: Wire nuts with integral spring connectors for conductors 18
through 8AWG. Push-in type connectors where conductors are not required to be twisted
together are not acceptable. Manufacturers: 3M, Ideal, or approved.
2.4 LUGS AND PADS
A. Ampacity: Cross-sectional area of pad for multiple conductor terminations to match
ampere rating of panelboard bus or equipment line terminals.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Wires and Cables:
1. Conductor Installation:
a. Install conductors in raceways having adequate, code size cross-
sectional area for wires indicated.
b. Install conductors with care to avoid damage to insulation.
c. Confirm equipment connections are rated to match conductor sizing and
temperature rating.
d. Do not apply greater tension on conductors than recommended by
manufacturer during installation.
e. Use of pulling compounds is permitted. Clean residue from exposed
conductors and raceway entrances after conductor installation. Do not
use pulling compounds for installation of conductors connected to GFCI
circuit breakers or GFCI receptacles.
2. Conductor Size and Quantity:
a. Install no conductors smaller than 12AWG unless otherwise shown.
b. Provide required conductors for a fully operable system.
3. Provide dedicated neutrals (one neutral conductor for each phase conductor) in
the following single phase circuits:
a. Dimmer controlled circuits.
b. Isolated ground circuits.
c. Ground fault protected circuits where a GFCI breaker is used in a
panelboard.
d. Other electronic equipment which produces a high level of harmonic
distortion including, but not limited to, computers, printers, plotters, copy
machines, and fax machines.
4. Conductors in Cabinets:
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a. Cable and tree wires in panels and cabinets for power and control. Use
plastic ties in panels and cabinets.
b. Tie and bundle feeder conductors in wireways of panelboards.
c. Hold conductors away from sharp metal edges.
5. MC Cable is allowed for the following conditions. Installations not meeting these
conditions will be removed and replaced at installer's own expense.
a. 20 and 30 amp branch circuiting where following conditions apply:
1) Where there is a suspended ceiling with accessible space above
(example: suspended acoustic ceiling tile).
2) Do not use for homeruns from branch circuit to first device or
luminaire in circuit.
3) For drops to ceiling-mounted luminaires in areas with accessible
ceiling space.
6. NMB Non Metallic Sheathed Cable is allowed for use in Non-Assembly type
areas as defined and allowed by NEC, and as allowed by the local AHJ,
confirmer with AHJ prior to construction.
3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Tests:
1. Test conductor insulation on feeders of 100 amp and greater for conformity with
1000 volt megohmmeter. Use Insulated Cable Engineers Association testing
procedures. Minimum insulation resistance acceptable is 1 megohm for systems
600 volts and below. Notify Architect if insulation resistance is less than 1
megohm.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16130
BOXES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Outlet boxes.
2. Weatherproof outlet boxes.
3. Junction and pull boxes.
4. Floor boxes.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Outlet System: Provide electrical boxes and fittings for a complete installation. Include
but not limited to outlet boxes,junction boxes, pull boxes, bushings, locknuts, and other
necessary components.
B. Flush Outlets in Insulated Spaces: Maintain integrity of insulation and vapor barrier.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Provide shop drawings and product data for the following equipment:
1. Outlet boxes.
2. Weatherproof outlet boxes.
3. Junction and pull boxes.
4. Floor boxes.
1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the NEC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
PART 2-PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Outlet Boxes: Bowers, Hubbell, or approved.
B. Weatherproof Outlet Boxes: Bell, Red Dot, Carlon, or approved.
C. Junction and Pull Boxes: Circle AW, Hoffman, or approved.
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D. Box Extension Adapter: Bell, Red Dot, Carlon, or approved.
E. Conduit Fittings: O-Z Gedney, Thomas& Betts, or approved.
F. Floor Boxes: Wiremold/Walker, Hubbell, Steel City, or approved.
2.2 OUTLET BOXES
A. Luminaire Outlet: 4-inch octagonal box, 1-1/2 inches deep with 3/8-inch luminaire stud if
required. Provide raised covers on bracket outlets and on ceiling outlets.
B. Device Outlet: Installation of one or two devices at common location, minimum 4 inches
square, minimum 1-1/2 inches deep. Single-or two-gang flush device raised covers.
Hubbell.
C. Multiple Devices: Three or more devices at common location. Install one-piece gang
boxes with one-piece device cover. Install one device per gang.
D. Masonry Boxes: Outlets in concrete, Hubbell.
E. Construction: Provide galvanized steel interior outlet wiring boxes, of the type, shape
and size, including depth of box, to suit each respective location and installation;
constructed with stamped knockouts in back and sides, and with threaded holes with
screws for securing box covers or wiring devices.
F. Accessories: Provide outlet box accessories for each installation, including mounting
brackets, wallboard hangers, extension rings, luminaire studs, cable clamps and metal
straps for supporting outlet boxes, compatible with outlet boxes being used and meeting
requirements of individual wiring situations.
2.3 WEATHERPROOF OUTLET BOXES
A. Construction: Provide corrosion-resistant cast metal weatherproof outlet wiring boxes, of
the type, shape and size, including depth of box, with threaded conduit ends, cast metal
face plate with spring-hinged waterproof cap suitably configured for each application,
including face plate gasket, blank plugs and corrosionproof fasteners. Weatherproof
boxes to be constructed to have smooth sides, gray finish.
2.4 JUNCTION AND PULL BOXES
A. Construction: Provide ANSI 49 gray enamel painted sheet steel junction and pull boxes,
with screw-on covers; of the type shape and size, to suit each respective location and
installation; with welded seams and equipped with steel nuts, bolts, screws and washers.
B. Location:
1. Install junction boxes above accessible ceilings for drops into walls for receptacle
outlets from overhead.
2. Install junction boxes and pull boxes to facilitate the installation of conductors and
limiting the accumulated angular sum of bends between boxes, cabinets and
appliances to 270 degrees.
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2.5 BOX EXTENSION ADAPTER
A. Construction: Diecast aluminum.
B. Location: Install over flush wall outlet boxes to permit flexible raceway extension from
flush outlet to fixed or movable equipment. Bell 940 Series, Red Dot IHE4 Series.
2.6 CONDUIT FITTINGS
A. Requirements: Provide corrosion-resistant punched-steel box knockout closures, conduit
locknuts and plastic conduit bushings of the type and size to suit each respective use and
installation.
2.7 FLOOR BOXES AND POKE-THROUGHS
A. Multi-Gang Box, Slab on Grade: Wiremold RFB4-CI series cast iron housing with
S36CCTC series brass finish, steel flanged activation for use with matching carpet or tile
insert. Rubber gasket protects interior from water and debris. Provide with two duplex
receptacles and blank inserts for two future data outlets.
B. Multi-Gang Box, Slab above Grade: Wiremold RFB4 series steel housing with S36CCTC
series brass finish, steel flanged activation for use with matching carpet or tile insert.
Rubber gasket protects interior from water and debris. Provide with two duplex
receptacles and blank inserts for two future data outlets.
C. Multi-Gang Box, Concrete Finish Floor: Same as above, except use Wiremold S36BBTC
series brass finish, steel flanged activation.
D. Single Gang Box, Slab on Grade: Wiremold 880CM (cast-iron) series with 817 series
brass finish flange suitable for both carpet and tile floors, and 828GF1 brass finish cover
plate insert.
E. Single Gang Box, Slab above Grade: Wiremold 880S (stamped steel) series with 817
series brass finish flange suitable for both carpet and tile floors, and 828GF1 brass finish
cover plate insert.
F. Poke-Thrus: Fire rated for 4 hour, dual service, flush brass cover and service fitting
prewired specification grade receptacle, voice/data jacks, Hubbell PT7 Series, or
approved.
G. Provide floor boxes sized minimum 3-7/16 inches deep with 1-inch factory knockouts.
PART 3-EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Location: Locate boxes and conduit bodies so as to ensure accessibility of electrical
wiring.
B. Round Boxes: Avoid using round boxes where conduit must enter through side of box,
which would result in a difficult and insecure connection with a locknut or bushing on the
rounded surface.
C. Anchoring: Secure boxes rigidly to the substrate upon which they are being mounted, or
solidly embed boxes in concrete or masonry.
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D. Special Application: Provide weatherproof outlets for locations exposed to weather or
moisture.
E. Knockout Closures: Provide knockout closures to cap unused knockout holes where
blanks have been removed.
F. Mount center of outlet boxes, unless otherwise required by ADA, or noted on drawings,
the following distances above the floor:
1. Control Switches: 48 inches.
2. Receptacles: 18 inches.
3. Telecom Outlets: 18 inches.
4. Other Outlets: As indicated in other sections of specifications or as detailed on
drawings.
G. Coordinate electrical device locations (switches, receptacles, and the like)with drawings
to prevent mounting devices in mirrors, back splashes, behind cabinets, and the like.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16140
WIRING DEVICES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Wall switches.
2. Receptacles.
3. Device plates.
4. Surface covers.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Provide devices and finish plates for a complete and operational electrical system.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Provide product data for the following equipment:
1. Wall switches.
2. Receptacles.
3. Finish plates.
B. Provide product data for project closeout for the following equipment, see Project Close-
Out Requirements in Division 1:
1. Wall switches
2. Receptacles.
3. Finish plates.
1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the NEC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
C. Federal Specification Compliance: Comply with Federal Specification WS896 and
WC596 for switches and receptacles respectively.
D. NEMA Configuration: Comply with NEMA configurations and standards for general and
special purpose wiring devices.
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PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 WALL SWITCHES
A. Characteristics: Toggle type, quiet acting, 20 amp, 120/277 volt, UL listed for motor
loads up to 80 percent of rated amperage. Cooper 1221, Leviton 1221, Pass & Seymour
20AC1, Hubbell 1221.
B. Pilot Light Switches: Lighted handle, toggle type, red unless noted otherwise, neon pilot
lamp. Pilot lamp energized when load is energized. Cooper 1991-PL, Leviton 1221-PL,
Pass& Seymour 20ACI-PL, Hubbell 1221-PL.
C. Lighted Handle Switches: Lighted handle, quiet acting, 20 amp, 120/277 volt, toggle
type, red unless noted otherwise, neon lamp. Lamp energized when load is not
energized. Hubbell, Leviton, Cooper, Pass& Seymour, or approved.
D. Key Switches: 20 amp/120-277 volt, black key guide. Cooper 1991-L, Pass& Seymour
20ACI-L, Hubbell 1221-L.
E. Finish: Ivory finish unless selected otherwise by Architect. Provide Architect with
optional colors for selection prior to ordering.
F. Appearance: Provide lighting switches and receptacles of common manufacturer and
appearance.
2.2 RECEPTACLES
A. Finish: Same exposed finish as switches. Duplex Receptacle Characteristics: Straight
parallel blade, 125 volt, 2 pole, 3 wire grounding.
1. Commercial Grade: Riveted. Brass ground contact on steel mounting strap. 20
amp. Cooper BR20, Hubbell CR5362, Leviton BR20, Pass & Seymour
2. Decorative Type: Back and side wired. 20 amp. Cooper 6352, Hubbell HBL2162,
Leviton 16362, Pass&Seymour 26352.
B. Isolated Ground Receptacle: Isolated ground "delta"on receptacle face, , 20 amp.
Hubbell IG-5362, Cooper IG-5362, Leviton, Pass& Seymour.
C. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter(GFCI) Receptacle: Meets or exceeds UL943 (Class A
GFCI), UL498. Feed through type, back-and-side wired, 20 amp, 125VAC, Cooper
XGF20, Hubbell GF5362, Leviton 8898, Pass & Seymour 2094.
D. Tamper-Resistant Receptacle: 20 amp, 125VAC, complies with NEC Article 517 NEC
requirements for tamper-resistant outlets in patient care areas of pediatric locations.
Cooper TR8300, Hubbell 8300SGA, Leviton 8300-SG, Pass& Seymour TR63H.
E. Combination Tamper-Resitant/AFC! (arc-flash interrupting) Receptacle: 20 amp,
125VAC,complies with NEC Article 517 and NEC requirements for Tamper resistance,
and for Arc Fault protection. Conform to NEMA WD-6, ANSI C-73, UL 498, CSA Std.
C22.2 No. 42. Leviton AFTR2, Hubbell, Cooper, Pass &Seymour equal.
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F. UL Wet-Listed Covers While-In-Use: NEMA 3R when closed over energized plug.
Vertical mount for duplex receptacle. Provide continuous use cover with cover capable of
closing over energized cord cap with bottom aperture for cord exit. UV stabilized
polycarbonate cover with closed cell neoprene foam gasket. Pass& Seymour WIUC10,
Leviton 5977, Hubbell WP826MP, Cooper 4966
G. Special Purpose Receptacles: Refer to Drawings for NEMA Standard Specification.
2.3 FINISH PLATES
A. Finish Plates: Match building standard. Commercial grade molded nylon with same finish
as devices.
2.4 WALL DIMMERS
A. Lutron NT Series compatible with type or load controlled (i.e., electronic ballast, low
voltage luminaire, and the like). Finish to match wall switches. Size dimmers to accept
connected load. Do not cut fins. Where dimmers are ganged together, provide a single
multi-gang coverplate.
2.5 SURFACE COVERS
A. Material: Galvanized or cadmium plated steel, 1/2-inch raised industrial type with
openings appropriate for devices installed on surface outlets.
B. Cast Box and Extension Adaptors: Aluminum, with gasket, blank. Single gang, Bell
240-ALF, Carlon, 2 gang, Bell 236-ALF, Carlon, or approved.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Protection:
1. Devices: Upon installation of wall plates and receptacles, advise Contractor
regarding proper and cautious use of convenience outlets. At time of substantial
completion, replace those items which have been damaged, including those
burned and scored by faulty receptacles or cord caps.
2. Finish Plates and Devices: Do not install items until finish painting is complete.
Scratched or splattered finish plates and devices not acceptable.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Plumb: Install devices and finish plates plumb with building lines and equipment
cabinets.
B. Orientation:
1. Wall-Mounted Receptacles: Install with long dimension oriented vertically at
centerline height shown on Drawings or specified herein.
2. Vertical Alignment: When more than one outlet is shown on Drawings in close
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proximity to each other, but at different elevations, align the outlets on a common
vertical center line for best appearance. Verify with Architect.
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C. GFCI Outlets: One GFCI receptacle may be used to provide GFCI protection to
downstream duplex receptacles on the same branch circuit provided the following
conditions are met:
1. The downstream receptacles are in the same room as the upstream GFCI duplex
receptacles, and
2. The downstream duplex receptacles are labeled as being protected by an
upstream GFCI receptacle in the same room.
3. Either AFC' circuit breakers or AFCI/GFCI combination receptacles to be used at
locations as required by NEC Art. 210.12.
3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Wiring Device Tests: Test wiring devices to ensure electrical continuity of grounding
connections, and after energizing circuitry, to demonstrate compliance with requirements.
Test receptacles for line to neutral, line to ground and neutral to ground faults. Correct
any defective wiring.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16170
CIRCUIT AND MOTOR DISCONNECTS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Toggle type-disconnect switches.
2. Manual motor starters.
3. Safety switches.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Provide disconnect switches for a complete and operational electrical system.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Provide product data for toggle type disconnect switches, manual motor starters, and
safety disconnect switches.
B. Provide product data for project closeout, see Project Closeout Requirements in Division
1.
1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the WEC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Toggle Type Disconnect Switches: Cooper, Hubbell, Leviton, Pass& Seymour, Slater, or
approved.
B. Manual Motor Starters: Eaton Electrical, Siemens, Square D, or approved.
C. Safety Switches: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens, Square D, or approved.
2.2 TOGGLE TYPE DISCONNECT SWITCHES
A. Rating: 120 volt, 1 pole, 20 amp, 1 HP maximum.
B. Enclosure: NEMA 1 indoors, NEMA 3R raintight outdoors.
2.3 MANUAL MOTOR STARTERS
A. Characteristics:
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1. Quick-make, quick-break.
2. Thermal overload protection.
3. Clearly label device for maximum voltage, current and horsepower.
4. Square D, Class 2510.
B. Enclosure: NEMA 1 indoors, NEMA 3R raintight outdoors.
2.4 SAFETY SWITCHES
A. Heavy duty, fused type, dual rated, quick-make, quick-break with fuse rejection feature
for use with Class R fuses only, unless other fuse type is specifically noted.
B. Enclosures NEMA 1 indoors, NEMA 3R raintight outdoors.
C. Switches clearly marked for maximum voltage, current and horsepower.
D. Equip enclosure with defeatable cover interlock.
E. Switches rated for maximum available fault current.
2.5 COMBINATION STARTERS
A. Heavy duty, fused type, dual rated, quick-make, quick-break with fuse rejection feature
for use with Class R fuses only, unless other fuse type is specifically noted.
B. Enclosures NEMA 1 indoors, NEMA 3R raintight outdoors.
C. Clearly mark switches for maximum voltage, current and horsepower.
D. Provide coil voltage coordinated with control requirements.
E. Provide thermal overload units sized to equipment nameplate rating.
F. Provide one N.C. and one N.O. auxiliary contacts.
G. Provide prewired hand/off/auto switch and start button.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Provide disconnect switch in sight of each motor location unless otherwise noted.
B. Motors within sight of and not more than 20 feet from motor branch circuit device do no
require a disconnect switch at the motor. Provide locking device on circuit protective
device.
C. Provide disconnect switch in site of each motor controller. Motor controller disconnect
equipped with lock-out/tag-out padlock provisions do not require a disconnect switch at
the controlled motor location.
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D. Recessed fractional horsepower exhaust ceiling or wall fan units; no disconnect switch
required at motor if unit is recessed, unless shown otherwise on Drawings.
E. Switches disconnect phase legs.
F. Coordinate fuse ampere rating with installed equipment. Fuse ampere rating variance
between original design information and installed equipment, size in accordance with
Bussmann Fusetron 40C recommendations. Do not provide fuses of lower ampere rating
than motor starter thermal units.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16190
SUPPORTING DEVICES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Safety factor of 4 required for every fastening device or support for electrical equipment
installed. Support to withstand four times weight of equipment it supports.
1.2 SUPPORTING DEVICES
A. Safety factor of 4 required for every fastening device or support for electrical equipment
installed. Support to withstand four times weight of equipment it supports. Bracing to
comply with Seismic Zone 4 requirements.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
A. Hangers: Kindorf B-905-2A channel, H-119-D washer, C105 strap, 3/8 inch rod with
ceiling flange.
B. Concrete Inserts: Kindorf D-255, cast in concrete for support fasteners for loads up to
800 lbs.
C. Pipe Straps: Two-hole galvanized or malleable iron.
D. Luminaire Chain: Campbell Chain 75031, 90 lb. test with steel hooks.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Provide electrical equipment supports.
B. Verify mounting height of luminaires or items prior to installation when heights are not
detailed.
C. Install vertical support members for equipment and luminaires, straight and parallel to
building walls.
D. Provide independent supports to structural member for electrical luminaires, materials, or
equipment installed in or on ceiling,walls or in void spaces or over furred or suspended
ceilings.
E. Do not use other trade's fastening devices as supporting means for electrical equipment
materials or fixtures.
F. Do not use supports or fastening devices to support other than one particular item.
G. Support conduits within 18 inches of outlets, boxes, panels, cabinets and deflections.
H. Maximum distance between supports not to exceed 8 foot spacing.
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Securely suspend junction boxes, pull boxes or other conduit terminating housings
located above suspended ceiling from the floor above or roof structure to prevent sagging
and swaying.
J. Provide seismic bracing per IBC requirements.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16195
ELECTRICAL IDENTIFICATION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Equipment identification labels.
2. Conductor identification numbers.
3. Branch circuit identification.
4. Underground utility markers.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Design Requirements:
1. Coordinate names, abbreviations and other designations with equipment
specified in this or other Divisions of the Specification or identified on Drawings.
2. Fasten labels to equipment in a secure and permanent manner.
3. Mark underground utilities in conformance with APWA.
1.3 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the NEC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Engraved Labels: Lamicoid, or approved.
B. Conductor Numbers: Brady, or approved.
C. Underground Utilities Ribbon: Allen Systems, Inc., or approved
D. ENGRAVED LABELS
1. Melamine plastic laminate,white with black core, 1/16-inch thick.
2. Engravers standard letter style, minimum 3/16-inch high letters, capitals.
3. Drill or punch labels for mechanical fastening except where adhesive mounting is
necessary because of substrate. Use self tapping stainless steel screws.
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4. Dymo tape labels are not acceptable.
2.2 CONDUCTOR NUMBERS
A. Manufacturer's standard vinyl-cloth self-adhesive cable and conductor markers of the
wraparound type. Preprinted black numbers on yellow field.
2.3 BRANCH CIRCUIT SCHEDULES
A. Provide branch circuit identification schedules, typewritten, clearly filled out, to identify
load connected to each circuit and location of load. Numbers to correspond to numbers
assigned to each circuit breaker pole position.
B. Provide two columns, odd numbers in left column, even numbers in right column, with
3-inch-wide line for typing connected load information.
2.4 RELAY PANEL SCHEDULE
A. Provide typewritten schedule to identify the incoming circuit, the controlled load, and the
controlling devices for each relay.
2.5 CIRCUIT BREAKER IDENTIFICATION
A. Provide permanent identification number in or on panelboard dead-front adjacent to each
circuit breaker pole position. Square D adhesive is approved, other adhesives by specific
prior approval only.
B. Horizontal centerline of engraved numbers to correspond with centerline of circuit breaker
pole position.
2.6 UNDERGROUND UTILITIES MARKERS
A. Inert polyethylene plastic ribbon, 6-inch wide by 4 mil thick.
B. Color code as recommended by APWA. Safety Red for electric power distribution.
Safety Alert Orange for telephone, signal, data and cable TV.
C. Imprint over entire length of ribbon in permanent black letters, the system description,
selected from manufacturer's standard legend which most accurately identifies the
subgrade system.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 GRAPHICS
A. Coordinate names, abbreviations and designations used on Drawings with equipment
labels.
3.2 UNDERGROUND UTILITIES MARKERS
A. Install continuous tape, 6 to 8 inches below finish grade, for each exterior underground
raceway.
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B. Where multiple small lines are buried in a common trench and do not exceed an overall
width of 16 inches, install a single marker. Over 16 inch width of lines, install multiple
tapes not over 10 inches apart(edge to edge) over the entire group of lines.
3.3 CONDUCTOR IDENTIFICATION
A. Apply markers on each conductor for power, control, signaling and communications
circuits where wires of more than one circuit are present.
B. Match conductor identification used in panelboards, shop drawings, Contract Documents
and similar previously established identification for Division 16 work.
3.4 EQUIPMENT/SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION
A. Install an engraved label on each major unit of electrical equipment indicating both
equipment name and circuit serving equipment(e.g. "EF-1, CKT. 2P1-1,3,5), including
but not limited to the following items:
1. Disconnect switches, identify item of equipment controlled.
2. Relays.
3. Contactors.
4. Time switches.
5. Override switches.
6. Service disconnect and distribution switches, identify connected load.
7. Branch circuit panelboards.
8. Central or master unit of each electrical system including communication/signal
systems, unless the unit incorporates its own self-explanatory identification.
3.5 APPLICATION
A. Install engraved on the inside of flush panels, visible when door is opened. Install label
on outside of surface panel.
B. Install signs at locations detailed or, where not otherwise indicated, at location for best
convenience of viewing without interference with operation and maintenance of
equipment.
C. Where signs are to be applied to surfaces which require finish, install identification after
completion of painting.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16400
SERVICE AND DISTRIBUTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Metering equipment.
2. Grounding.
3. Switchboards.
4. Power distribution panelboards.
5. Lighting and appliance branch panelboards.
6. Overcurrent protection devices.
7. Contactors.
8. Time switches and photoelectric switches.
B. Fees:
1. Fees levied by serving electric utility to provide service to this project to be paid
by the owner.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Electrical Service System: 208Y/120\volts, 3 phase, 4 wire, wye.
1. Grounding: Provide grounding and bonding of electrical service, circuits,
equipment, signal and communications systems.
2. Building Ground Electrode: Coordinate placement of ground rods and grounding
electrode conductor in base of building footing prior to placement.
3. Performance Requirements: Supplement the grounded neutral of the secondary
distribution system with an equipment grounding system per NEC art. 250 to
properly safeguard the equipment and personnel. Install equipment grounding
such that metallic structures, enclosures, raceways,junction boxes, outlet boxes,
cabinets, machine frames, portable equipment and other conductive items in
close proximity with electrical circuits operate continuously at ground potential
and provide a low impedance path for possible ground fault currents.
B. Serving Utility: Pacific Power/ Pacificorp, contact: James Wood, 541-967-
6180, email: James.Wood @Pacificorp.com
C. Pacificorp Project Number: #5895347
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D. Basis of Design Switchboards and power distribution panelboards on Drawings are
designed based on General Electric product line. Approved manufacturers listed
below are allowed on condition of meeting the specified conditions including the
available space for the equipment (including Code required working clearances).
Remove and replace electrical equipment installed not meeting these conditions at
no cost to Owner.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Provide Shop Drawings and Product Data for the Following Equipment:
1. Metering equipment.
2. Grounding.
3. Switchboards.
4. Power distribution panelboards.
5. Lighting and appliance branch panelboards.
6. Overcurrent protection devices.
7. Contactors.
8. Time switches and photoelectric switches.
B. Provide operating and maintenance instructions from the manufacturer for project
closeout, see Project Closeout Requirements in Division 1.
1. Metering equipment.
2. Dry-type transformers.
3. Switchboards.
4. Power distribution panelboards.
5. Lighting and appliance branch panelboards.
6. Overcurrent protection devices.
7. Time switches and photoelectric switches.
1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the 2011 NEC, with amendments by local AHJs
requirements.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
C. Coordinate all service requirements with Black Hills Energy.
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D. Equipment manufacturer under this specification code section is to provide
calculations and documentation that the combined equipment systems, included the
backup generator and automatic transfer switches comply with the Selective
coordination requirements of the NEC. Provide sealed and signed documentation
that all system are selectively coordinated.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 METERING EQUIPMENT
A. Meter Base: Surface-mounted meter socket enclosure. Provide meter base(s)for
energy/demand and reactive energy/demand bases as required by serving electric
utility.
B. C.T. Enclosure: Provide enclosure that meets the serving utility company's
requirements.
C. Terminal Cabinet: Provide terminal cabinet that meets the serving utility company's
requirements Provide separate C.T. cabinet as detailed.
D. Provide fault withstand rating greater than the utility determined available fault
current.
2.2 GROUNDING MATERIALS
A. Ground Rods: Copperclad steel, 3/4-inch diameter, 20 feet tapered point, chamfered
top. Manufacturers: Weaver, Thomas & Betts, Talley, or approved.
B. Grounding Connectors: Hydraulic compression tool applied connectors or
exothermic welding process connectors or powder actuated compression tool applied
connectors. Mechanical type of connectors are not acceptable. Manufacturers:
Burndy Hyground Compression System, Erico/Cadweld, Amp Ampact Grounding
System, or approved..
C. Pipe Grounding Clamp: Mechanical ground connector with cable parallel or
perpendicular to pipe. Burndy GAR Series, O-Z Gedney, Thomas & Betts, or
approved..
D. Telecommunications Grounding System:
1. Telecommunications Main Grounding Busbar(TMGB): 1/4-inch thick by 4-inch
high by 20-inch long copper ground bar with insulators that meet ANSI J-STD-
607-A specifications. UL 467 listed. Hole patterns in bussbar to accommodate
two-hole lugs, four-hole configuration. Manufacturers: Chatsworth, Erico,
Square D, Panduit, or approved..
2. Telecommunications Grounding Busbar(TGB): 1/4-inch thick by 4-inch high by
16-inch long copper ground bar with insulators that meet ANSI J-STD-607-A
specifications. UL 467 listed. Hole patterns in bussbar to accommodate two-
hole lugs. Manufacturers: Chatsworth, Erico, Square D, Panduit, or approved..
E. Grounding Electrode Conductor: Bare copper stranded conductor.
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2.3 SWITCHBOARDS
A. Standards: Comply with requirements of UL 891 and NEMA PB2 in construction of
switchboards. Provide short circuit current rating (Integrated Equipment Rating, IER)
for panelboards. Furnish panelboards with UL label.
B. Enclosure: Free standing, dead front with front accessibility. Framework constructed
of formed, code gauge steel, rigidly welded and bolted together to support cover
plates, bussing and component devices during shipment and installation bolt steel
base channels to the frame to rigidly support the entire shipping section for moving
on rollers and floor mounting. Provide each section with individually removable top
plate and open bottom to permit installation and termination of service and feeder
raceways.
C. Bussing: Extruded aluminum plated by Alstan 70 or 80 process. Bus supports,
connections and joints bolted together with hex-head bolts and Belleville washers.
Full length of switchboard ground bus, 50 percent of phase bus capacity.
D. Provide fully rated integrated equipment rating greater than the available fault
current. Series rated switchboards are not acceptable. Coordinate with serving
electric utility.
E. Lugs: Compression type rated for both aluminum and copper conductors.
F. Manufacturers: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens, Square D, or approved.
2.4 COMMERCIAL METERING SWITCHBOARD
A. Standards: Comply with requirements of UL 891 and NEMA PB2 in construction of
switchboards. Provide short circuit current rating (Integrated Equipment Rating, IER)
for switchboards. Furnish switchboards with UL label.
B. General: Furnish and install the commercial metering switchboards as herein
specified and shown on Drawings. Components been tested and UL listed for use as
an integral part of the multi-metering system.
C. Enclosure Construction:
1. Provide a dead-front switchboard. The switchboard framework shall consist of
steel channels bolted to the frame to rigidly support the entire section for floor
mounting. The framework formed of code gauge steel, rigidly welded and bolted
together to support coverplates, bussing and component devices.
2. Each switchboard shall have an open bottom and an individual removable top
plate for installation and termination of conduit. Top and bottom conduit areas
clearly shown and dimensioned on the shop drawings. Light gray paint finish,
ANSI 49, applied by electrode position process over an iron phosphate
pretreatment.
3. Switchboard shall meet EUSERC requirements. Switchboard readily capable of
800 amp or more add on C.T. meter sections.
4. Bussing: Provide switchboard bussing with sufficient cross-sectional area to
meet UL 891 temperature rise: Extruded aluminum bussing plated by Alstan 70
or 80 process. The bus braced to have a short circuit current rating of 100,000
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RMS symmetrical amps. The bus to have provisions for the addition of future
sections. The bus supports, bolted connections, and joints are made with
Belleville washers .
D. Meter Sockets/Branch Devices: Provide meter sockets per power company
requirements. Sockets rated 200 amp continuous duty. Prewired circuit breaker
branch device meter socket combination.
E. Short Circuit Current Rating: Provide for each switchboard, as a complete unit,
provide a short circuit current rating by manufacturer. Ratings established by actual
tests by manufacturer, in accordance with UL Standards, on equipment constructed
similarly to the subject switchboard.
F. Manufacturers: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens, Square D, or approved.
2.5 LIGHTING AND APPLIANCE BRANCH PANELBOARDS
A. Enclosures:
1. Flush Panelboards Rated 400 Amp or Less: Maximum enclosure depth,
5-3/4 inches.
2. Wiring Gutter Size: 5 inches at sides, 6 inches top and bottom.
3. Finish: Galvanized steel constructed in accordance with UL 50 requirements.
Front shall have ANSI 49 gray enamel electrodeposited over cleaned
phosphatized steel.
4. Hinged door with door-in-door construction,flush lift latch and lock, two keys per
panel. Key panelboards alike.
B. Interior:
1. Aluminum bar with suitable electroplating (tin)for corrosion control at connection.
2. Provide aluminum ground bar to accommodate specified terminal lugs.
3. Predrill bus for bolt-on type circuit breakers.
4. Provide double lugs or landing pads for feed through feeders.
5. Provide feed through feeder lugs for field connection of multi-section flush panel
sections, where applicable.
6. When distribution panel is feeding isolated ground circuits, provide isolated
ground bar, insulated from panelboard enclosure, to accommodate specified
terminal lugs.
7. Provide fully rated (unless otherwise noted on drawings) integrated equipment
rating greater than the available fault current. See drawings for available fault
current. Coordinate with serving electric utility. Minimum rating is 10,000 amps.
8. Lugs: Compression type rated for both aluminum and copper conductors.
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9. Provide interior wiring diagram, neutral wiring diagram, UL listed label and short
circuit current rating on the interior or in a booklet format inserted in a sleeve
inside the panel cover.
C. Main Circuit Breaker,Where Applicable: UL listed to accept solid or stranded,
aluminum or copper conductors. Lugs suitable for 90C rated wire sized according to
the 75C temperature rating per NEC.
D. Branch Circuit Breakers:
1. Bolt-on type bus connectors.
2. UL listed to accept solid or stranded, aluminum or copper conductors. Lugs
suitable for 90C rated wire sized according to the 75C temperature rating per
NEC.
3. UL listed for use with the following factory installed accessories: Shunt trip,
auxiliary switch and alarm switch.
4. UL listed with the following ratings:
a. 15 to 125 amp breakers: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration
(HACR).
b. 15 to 30 amp breakers: High Intensity Discharge(HID) lighting.
c. 15 to 20 amp breakers: Switch Duty(SWD).
E. Manufacturers: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens, Square D, or approved..
2.6 POWER DISTRIBUTION PANELBOARDS
A. Enclosures:
1. Provide boxes with removable blank end walls and interior mounting studs.
Provide interior support bracket for ease of interior installation.
2. Finish: Galvanized steel constructed in accordance with UL 50 requirements.
Front shall have ANSI 49 gray enamel electrodeposited over cleaned
phosphatized steel.
3. Hinged door with door-in-door construction, flush lift latch and lock, two keys per
panel. Key panelboards alike.
B. Interior:
1. Aluminum bar with suitable electroplating (tin)for corrosion control at connection.
2. Provide aluminum ground bar to accommodate specified terminal lugs.
3. Panelboard Interior: Three flat bus bars stacked and aligned vertically with glass
reinforced polyester insulators laminated between phases. Molded polyester
insulators shall support and provide phase isolation to entire length of bus.
4. Predrill bus for bolt-on type circuit breakers.
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5. Provide double lugs or landing pads for feed through feeders.
6. Provide feed through feeder lugs for field connection of multi-section flush panel
sections.
7. When distribution panel is feeding isolated ground circuits, provide isolated
ground bar, insulated from panelboard enclosure,to accommodate specified
terminal lugs.
8. Fully equip unused spaces for future devices, including manufacturer required
connectors and mounting hardware.
9. Provide fully rated unless otherwise noted on drawings integrated equipment
rating greater than the available fault current. See drawings for available fault
current. Confirm with Utility. Minimum rating is 10,000 amps.
10. Lugs: Compression type rated for both aluminum and copper conductors.
11. Provide interior wiring diagram, neutral wiring diagram, UL listed label and short
circuit current rating on the interior or in a booklet format inserted in a sleeve
inside the panel cover.
12. Overcurrent Protection: Refer to drawings and this section.
C. When indicated on Drawings, provide an isolated ground bus in addition to the
equipment ground bus.
D. Manufacturers: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens, Square D, or approved..
2.7 PANELBOARD INTEGRAL TRANSIENT VOLTAGE SURGE SUPPRESSOR (TVSS)
A. Panelboard: UL 67 Listed and provide the TVSS device with UL 1449, second
edition, component listing. Panelboard markings shall include clamp voltage at the
TVSS terminals as well as clamp voltage at the panelboard line terminals.
B. Suppressors: Independently tested with the Category-C3 high exposure waveform
(20KV- 1.2/50 ps, 10kA-8/20 ps) per ANSI/IEEE C62.41 - 1991.
C. Provide copper bus bars for the surge current path. Do not use small round wiring or
plug-in connections in the path of surge current diversion.
D. Construct TVSS using surge current modules (MOV based). Fuse each module with
user replaceable 200,000 AIR rated fuses. Monitor the status of each module on the
front cover of the panelboard enclosure as well as on the module.
E. Provide an audible alarm which shall activate when one of the surge current modules
has failed. Provide an alarm on/off switch to silence the alarm and an alarm push-to-
test switch to test the alarm. Locate the switches and alarm on the front cover of the
panelboard enclosure.
F. Meet or exceed the following criteria:
1. Maximum Single Impulse Current Rating: No less than 120kA per phase.
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2. Pulse life test: Capable of protecting against and surviving 5000 ANSI/IEEE
C62.41 Category-C transients without failure or degradation.
3. The clamping voltage shall not exceed the following:
VOLTAGE L-N N-G L-G
208Y/120 500V 500V 500V
G. Provide a response time no greater than 5 nanoseconds for any of the individual
protection modes.
H. Design suppressors to withstand a maximum continuous operating voltage (MCOV)
of not less than 115 percent of nominal RMS voltage.
Provide visible indication of proper suppressor connection and operation. The
indicator lights shall indicate which phase, as well as which module is fully operable.
J. Provide a minimum EFI/RFI filtering of 34dB at 100KHZ with an insertion loss ratio of
50:1 using Military Standard 220A methodology.
K. Provide a 5-year warranty, incorporating unlimited replacements of suppressor parts
if they are destroyed by transients during the warranty period.
L. Provide one circuit breaker sized per manufacturer's recommendations, with the
appropriate number of poles as a dedicated disconnect for the TVSS. Coordinate
with owner prior to ordering equipment.
2.8 OVERCURRENT PROTECTION DEVICES
A. Molded Case Circuit Breakers:
1. 1-, 2-, or 3-pole bolt-on, single-handle common trip, 600VAC or 250VAC as
indicated on Drawings.
2. Overcenter toggle-type mechanism, quick-make, quick-break action. Trip
indication is by handle position.
3. Calibrate for operation in 40C ambient temperature.
4. 15 to 150 Amp Breakers: Permanent trip unit containing individual thermal and
magnetic trip elements in each pole.
5. 151 to 400 Amp Breakers: Variable magnetic trip elements. Provide push-to-trip
button on cover of breaker for mechanical tripping.
6. Greater than 401 Amp: Electronic trip type with adjustments for long-time,
instantaneous, and short-time functions. Provide ground fault function for
breakers greater than 400 amps.
7. Provide circuit breakers series rated when series combination ratings are
applied, identify equipment enclosures.
8. Manufacturers: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens, Square D, or
approved.
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2.9 LIGHTING CONTACTORS
A. Approved per UL 508. Design in accordance with NEMA ICS2-211 B, rated for
application to 600 volt maximum.
B. Electrically Held Contactor Coil: Continuously rated and encapsulated.
C. Mechanically Held Contactor: Encapsulated latch and unlatch coils, coil clearing
contacts.
D. Enclosures: Provide NEMA enclosure suitable for location and use, flush- or surface-
mount as indicated on Drawings.
E. Lighting Contactors:
1. Continuously rated 20 amp per pole for types of ballast and tungsten lighting and
resistance loads, do not derate for use on high-inrush loads.
2. Contacts: Double break, silver-cadmium-oxide. Auxiliary arcing contacts not
acceptable. Convertible Contacts, N.O. or N.C. Contact status, N.O. or N.C.,
clearly visible.
2.10 ELECTRONIC TIME SWITCHES
A. Double pole, single throw; one N.O. contact, one N.C. contact. 24-hour digital.
Battery power source to provide minimum of 3 years of memory backup. Eight event
setpoints. Provide enclosure with separate hinged door, recessed or surface as
indicated on Drawing.
B. Manufacturers: Intermatic, Paragon, Tork, Sangamo, or approved.
2.11 PHOTOELECTRIC SWITCHES
A. Hermetically sealed light sensitive element installed in die-cast, weatherproof
enclosure. Adjustable external light level slide. Swivel adjustable enclosure.
120VAC, 1800VA, connected for pilot duty unless otherwise indicated.
B. Manufacturers: Paragon, Tork, Precision, or approved.
2.12 COMBINATION STARTERS
A. Heavy-duty,fused type, dual-rated, quick-make, quick-break with fuse rejection
feature for use with Class R fuses only, unless other fuse type is specifically noted.
B. Enclosures NEMA 1 indoors, NEMA 3R raintight outdoors.
C. Clearly mark switches for maximum voltage, current and horsepower.
D. Provide coil voltage coordinated with control requirements.
E. Provide thermal overload units sized to equipment nameplate rating.
F. Provide one N.C. and one N.O. auxiliary contacts.
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G. Provide prewired hand/off/auto switch and start button.
2.13 SELECTIVE COORDINATION—BACKUP GENERATOR SYSTEM
A. Panelboard and switch gear manufacturer to provide selective coordination
calculations as required by the AHJ to assure all components of the power
distribution system comply with the trip time and compatibility requirements of the
NEC.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Meter Bases: Locate to provide acceptable access for meter reading and
maintenance by the serving utility. Locate to minimize risk of physical damage.
B. Metering Equipment: Install current transformers supplied by serving electric utility.
C. Verify utility requirements prior to bidding and provide associated work required by
local utility including, but not limited to: Service underground primary including
conduit, pull cord, excavation and backfill, underground pull vaults, pole risers,
transformer pads, vaults, and the like, secondary service lateral including conduit,
and conductors, grounding of transformers, service metering equipment.
D. Concrete Encased Ground Electrode ("Lifer Ground"):
1. From the service equipment ground bus install grounding electrode conductor to
footing/foundation rebar.
2. Bond the grounding electrode conductor to three minimum 20-foot long, 0.5-inch
diameter independent steel rebars as shown on drawings.
3. Protect grounding electrode conductor extension from footing/foundation to
service equipment with rigid PVC conduit. Do not use metal conduit for
grounding electrode conductor protection.
E. Ground Rod Electrode:
1. Coordinate placement of ground rods and interconnecting conductor in base of
building concrete footing prior to placement of concrete.
2. Layout conductor to provide maximum exposure to earth in the perimeter footing.
Do not fold conductor.
3. Tap at center ground rod and extend ground electrode conductor to service
ground bus. Install grounding electrode conductor extension in rigid PVC conduit
for physical protection. Do not use metal conduit for grounding electrode
conductor protection.
F. Water Service Grounding: Bond building ground electrode and water service pipe to
service ground bus. Connect to water pipe on utility side of isolating fittings or
meters, bond across water meters.
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G. Other Piping Systems: Bond gas piping system, fire sprinkler piping system and
other metallic piping systems to service equipment ground bus.
H. Raceway Grounding:
1. Ground metallic raceway systems. Bond to ground terminal with code size
jumper except where code size or larger grounding conductor is included with
circuit, use grounding bushing with lay-in lug.
2. Connect metal raceways, which terminate within an enclosure but without
mechanical connection to the enclosure, by grounding bushings and ground wire
to the grounding bus.
3. Where equipment supply conductors are in flexible metallic conduit, install
stranded copper equipment grounding conductor from outlet box to equipment
frame.
4. Install equipment grounding conductor, code size minimum unless noted on
Drawings, in and metallic and non-metallic raceway systems.
Feeders and Branch Circuits Grounding:
1. Install continuous insulated equipment copper ground conductors within the
following circuits; feeders, circuits for computer systems and other circuits as
indicated on Drawings.
2. Where installed in a continuous solid metallic raceway system and larger sizes
are not detailed, provide insulated equipment ground conductors for feeders and
branch circuits sized in accordance with Table 250-122.
J. Boxes, Cabinets, Enclosures and Panelboards Grounding: Bond grounding
conductors to enclosure with specified conductors and lugs. Install lugs only on
thoroughly cleaned contact surfaces.
K. Motors, Equipment and Appliance Grounding: Install code size equipment grounding
conductor from outlet box to (motor) equipment frame or manufacturer's designated
ground terminal.
L. Receptacle Grounding: Connect ground terminal of receptacle to equipment ground
system by No. 14 conductor bolted to outlet box except isolated grounds where
noted. Self grounding nature of receptacle devices does not eliminate conductor
bolted to outlet box.
M. Separately Derived Systems: Ground each separately derived system.
N. Switchboards
1. Install as directed by manufacturer's installation instructions.
2. Install equipment in conformance with work space requirements of NEC.
3. Locate equipment in rooms or spaces dedicated to such equipment, NEC.
Coordinate with other divisions of work.
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4. Provision for Future: Where provision for"future"or"space"is noted on
Drawings, equip the space with bus connections to the future overcurrent device
with suitable insulation and bracing to maintain proper short circuit rating and
physical clearance. Provide buses for the ampere rating as shown for the future
device.
O. Panelboards (Power Distribution Panelboards and Lighting and Appliance Branch
Panelboards):
1. Install panelboards as directed by manufacturer's installation instructions.
2. Measure steady state load currents at each panelboard feeder; rearrange circuits
in the panelboard to balance the phase loads to within 20 percent of each other.
Maintain proper phasing for multi-wire branch circuits.
3. Install panelboards surface or flush mounted in accessible locations as indicated
on drawings. Maintain or exceed minimum clearances required by code.
4. Where flush panels are installed, verify available recessing depth and coordinate
wall framing with other divisions.
5. Feeder conductors to enter directly in line with lug terminals wherever
practicable. Feeder conductors, except ground and neutral, not to exceed 45
degree deflection from raceway entry to feeder phase lugs.
6. Where panels are installed flush, provide two 1-inch spare conduits from panel to
accessible space above and below the panel in the accessible floor space.
7. Where panels are installed flush in fire rated walls maintain fire rating of wall.
8. Surface panels to have metal trim covers with no sharp edges or corners.
Surface panel enclosure finish to match trim cover.
9. Where two or more panels are installed side-by-side, provide covers of same
height with each trim independently removable without disturbing the other
sections.
10. Where panels are mounted in finished interior areas in normal view of the
building occupants, paint covers to match adjacent wall surface.
11. Provision for Future: Where provision for"future"or"space"is noted on
Drawings, equip the space with bus connections to the future overcurrent device
with suitable insulation and bracing to maintain proper short circuit rating and
physical clearance. Provide buses for the ampere rating as shown for the future
device.
P. Overcurrent Protection Devices:
1. Fuses: For each class and ampere rating of fuse installed, provide the following
quantities of spares for quantity of fuses installed:
a. 1 to 24: Provide 6 spare.
b. 25 to 48: Provide 9 spare.
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c. 49 and Above: Provide 12 spare.
2. Provide testing of ground fault interrupting breakers.
Q. Contactors:
1. Provide vibration isolation mounting pads for electrically held contactors installed
within or on walls which are common to occupied spaces. Isolate terminals and
operating mechanisms from enclosure.
2. Install contactors and relays to reduce noise such that it will not create a
disturbance or distraction in the areas in which such equipment is located.
R. Control Devices:
1. Install time switches and other automatic control devices in accessible locations
near the source of power or grouped at a common location in mechanical rooms
or similar spaces.
2. Install photoelectric control devices at such locations as necessary to be most
effective. Avoid locating photoelectric devices in or at locations where they can
be influenced by other than natural light or under eaves. Verify location of
equipment with Architect.
S. Exterior Lighting Control: Control exterior lighting using photoelectric switches to
energize contactors controlling lighting circuits. Time clocks used to de-energize
lighting at any preset time if desired.
T. Emergency Relay (UL924):
1. Provide unswitched emergency circuit, and unswitched and switched normal
circuit to UL924 relay for control of emergency luminaires with remaining room
luminaires on normal power.
2. Install each relay within dedicated 4-11/16-inch junction box with double-gang
plaster ring for wall or ceiling flush-mount as indicated on Drawings. Where
location in ceiling would interfere with removal of ceiling tiles, install relay flush-
mounted in nearest wall at ceiling level. Do not locate behind wall switch.
3.2 CLEANING
A. Thoroughly clean the exterior and the interior of each switchboard and distribution
panelboard in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions.
B. Vacuum construction dust, dirt and debris out of each switchboard and distribution
panelboard.
C. Where enclosure finish is damaged, touch up finish with matching paint in
accordance with manufacturer's specifications and installation instructions.
3.3 SELECTIVE COORDINATION
A. Equipment manufacturer is to provide engineered sealed and signed documentation
to the AHJ that all power distribution equipment and backup generator and transfer
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switch systems comply with the applicable sections of selective coordination
requirements of the 2011 NEC Art. 620, 700, 701, and 708.
3.4 TESTING
A. Test to ensure that control devices, components, equipment and systems are
calibrated, adjusted and operate in accordance with approved drawings and
specifications.
1. Daylight sensing automatic lighting controls.
2. Occupant sensing automatic lighting controls.
3. Automatic time switches for lighting control.
B. Functionally test sequences of operation to ensure operation in accordance with
approved drawings and specifications.
C. Prepare and complete report of test procedures and results and file with the Owner.
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SECTION 16450
GROUNDING
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Grounding materials.
2. Electric service grounding electrode.
3. Feeder and branch circuit grounding.
4. Raceway and enclosure grounding.
5. Equipment grounding.
6. Receptacle grounding.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Provide grounding and bonding of electrical service, circuits, equipment, signal and
communications systems.
B. To be in compliance with NEC Art. 250
C. Performance Requirements: Supplement the grounded neutral of the secondary
distribution system with an equipment grounding system to properly safeguard the
equipment and personnel. Install equipment grounding such that metallic structures,
enclosures, raceways,junction boxes, outlet boxes, cabinets, machine frames, portable
equipment and other conductive items in close proximity with electrical circuits operate
continuously at ground potential and provide a low impedance path for possible ground
fault currents.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Provide Shop drawings and product data for the grounding material.
B. Provide the following test reports for information:
1. Grounding system test.
1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to requirements of the NEC, latest adopted version with amendments by local
AHJs.
B. Furnish products listed by UL or other testing firm acceptable to AHJ.
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1.5 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Building Ground Electrode: Coordinate placement of ground rods and grounding
electrode conductor in base of building footing prior to placement of concrete.
Coordinate bonding of rebar with rebar installer prior to rough-in.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
A. Ground Rods: Copperclad steel, 3/4 inch diameter, length as indicated on drawings,
tapered point, chamfered top. Manufacturers: Weaver, Thomas& Betts, Talley, or
approved.
B. Grounding Connectors: Hydraulic compression tool applied connectors or exothermic
welding process connectors or powder actuated compression tool applied connectors.
Mechanical type of connectors are not acceptable. Manufacturers: Burndy Hyground
Compression System, Erico/Cadweld, Amp Ampact Grounding System or approved.
C. Pipe Grounding Clamp: Mechanical ground connector with cable parallel or
perpendicular to pipe. Burndy GAR Series, O-Z Gedney, Thomas & Betts or approved.
D. Telecommunications Grounding System:
1. Telecommunications Main Grounding Busbar(TMGB): 1/4-inch thick by 4-inch
high by 20-inch long copper ground bar with insulators that meet ANSI J-STD-
607-A specifications. UL 467 listed. Hole patterns in bussbar to accommodate
two-hole lugs, four-hole configuration. Manufacturers: Chatsworth, Erico,
Square D, Panduit or approved.
2. Telecommunications Grounding Busbar(TGB): 1/4-inch thick by 4-inch high by
16-inch long copper ground bar with insulators that meet ANSI J-STD-607-A
specifications. UL 467 listed. Hole patterns in bussbar to accommodate two-
hole lugs. Manufacturers: Chatsworth, Erico, Square D, Panduit or approved.
E. Grounding Electrode Conductor: Bare copper stranded conductor.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Concrete Encased Ground Electrode ("Ufer ground"):
1. From the service equipment ground bus install grounding electrode conductor to
footing/foundation rebar.
2. Bond the grounding electrode conductor to three minimum 20-foot long, 0.5-inch
diameter independent steel rebars.
3. Protect grounding electrode conductor extension from footing/foundation to
service equipment with rigid PVC conduit. Do not use metal conduit for
grounding electrode conductor protection.
B. Ground Rod Electrode:
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1. Coordinate placement of ground rods and interconnecting conductor in base of
building concrete footing prior to placement of concrete.
2. Install stranded bare copper conductor in base of perimeter concrete footing,
conductor size as shown on drawings.
3. Layout conductor to provide maximum exposure to earth in the perimeter footing.
Do not fold conductor.
4. Tap at center ground rod and extend ground electrode conductor to service
ground bus. Install grounding electrode conductor extension in rigid PVC conduit
for physical protection. Do not use metal conduit for grounding electrode
conductor protection.
C. Water Service Grounding: Bond building ground electrode and metallic water service
pipe to service ground bus. Connect to water pipe on utility side of isolating fittings or
meters, bond across water meters.
D. Other Piping Systems: Bond gas piping system, fire sprinkler piping system and other
metal piping systems to service equipment ground bus.
E. Raceways:
1. Ground metallic raceway systems. Bond to ground terminal with code size
jumper except where code size or larger grounding conductor is included with
circuit, use grounding bushing with lay-in lug.
2. Connect metal raceways, which terminate within an enclosure but without
mechanical connection to the enclosure, by grounding bushings and ground wire
to the grounding bus.
3. Where equipment supply conductors are in flexible metallic conduit, install
stranded copper equipment grounding conductor from outlet box to equipment
frame.
F. Feeders and Branch Conduits:
1. Install continuous insulated equipment copper ground conductors within the
following circuits; feeders, circuits for computer systems and other circuits as
indicated on Drawings.
2. Where installed in a continuous solid metallic raceway system and larger sizes
are not detailed, provide insulated equipment ground conductors for feeders and
branch circuits sized in accordance with Table 250-122.
G. Boxes, Cabinets, Enclosures and Panelboards:
1. Bond grounding conductors to enclosure with specified conductors and lugs.
Install lugs only on thoroughly cleaned contact surfaces.
2. Bond sections of service equipment enclosure to service ground bus.
H. Motors, Equipment and Appliances: Install code size equipment grounding conductor
from outlet box to (motor) equipment frame or manufacturer's designated ground
terminal.
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Receptacles: Connect ground terminal of receptacle to equipment ground system by No.
14 conductor bolted to outlet box except isolated grounds where noted. Self grounding
nature of receptacle devices does not eliminate conductor bolted to outlet box.
J. Separately Derived Systems: Ground each separately derived system.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16475
OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICES
PART 1 -GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Fusible switches.
2. Fuses.
3. Circuit breakers.
4. Fuse cabinet.
1.2 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data:
1. Provide instantaneous let-through current curves and average melting time
current curves for fuses supplied to project.
2. Provide product data and time/current trip curves for circuit breakers supplied to
project.
PART 2-PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Fuses: Bussmann Division, McGraw-Edison; Shawmut Division, Gould Electronic,
Littelfuse, or approved.
B. Circuit Breakers and Fusible Switches: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens,
Square D, or approved.
C. Fuse Cabinet: Bussmann, Circle AW, Ferraz-Shawmut, Littelfuse, Siemens, Square D,
or approved.
2.2 MOLDED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKERS
A. One, two or three-pole bolt on, single handle common trip, rated 15 to 800 amp, 250VAC
as indicated on Drawings.
B. Overcenter toggle-type mechanism, quick-make, quick-break action. Trip indication is by
handle position.
C. Calibrate for operation in 40C ambient temperature.
D. 15 to 150 Amp Breakers: Permanent trip unit containing individual thermal and magnetic
trip elements in each pole.
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E. 151 to 400 Amp Breakers: Variable magnetic trip elements. Provide push-to-trip button
on cover on breaker for mechanical tripping.
F. Greater than 401 Amp: Electronic trip type with adjustments for long-time, instantaneous,
and short time functions. Provide ground fault function for breakers greater than 400
amps.
G. Provide circuit breakers series rated and when series combination ratings are applied,
identify equipment enclosures.
H. Manufacturers: Eaton Electrical, General Electric, Siemens, Square D, or approved.
PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Provide testing of ground fault interrupting breakers.
B. Comply with NEC Selective Coordination requirements, see Specification 16400-2.13,
and 3.3.
C. Circuit Breakers:
1. Provide circuit breakers, specified herein and on Drawings, for installation in
panelboards, individual enclosures or combination motor starters.
2. Provide ground fault interrupter circuit breakers for equipment in damp or wet
locations.
3. Provide device on handle to lock breaker in "ON"position for breakers feeding
time switches, night lights and similar circuits required to be continuously
energized.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16500
LIGHTING
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Luminaires and lampholders.
2. Ballasts.
3. Lamps.
4. Emergency lighting equipment.
5. Lighting poles.
1.2 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit for:
1. Luminaires: Include electrical ratings, dimensions, mounting, material, required
clearances, terminations, wiring and connection diagrams, photometric data,
diffusers, and louvers.
2. Ballasts.
3. Lamps.
4. Emergency lighting equipment.
5. Lighting poles.
B. Provide the following operating and maintenance instructions from the manufacturer for
project closeout, see Project Closeout Requirements in Division 1:
1. Luminaires.
2. Ballasts.
3. Lamps.
4. Emergency lighting equipment.
5. Lighting poles.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Regulatory Requirements:
1. Provide luminaires acceptable to code authority for application and location as
indicated.
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2. Comply with applicable ANSI standards pertaining to lamp materials, lamp
ballasts and transformers, and luminaires.
3. Comply with applicable NEMA standards pertaining to lighting equipment.
4. Provide luminaires and lampholders which comply with UL standards and have
been UL listed and labeled for location and use indicated.
5. Comply with NEC as applicable to installation and construction of luminaires.
6. Comply with fallout and retention requirements of the IBC for diffusers, baffles,
louvers, and the like.
1.4 WARRANTY
A. Ballast Manufacturer's Warranty: Not less than 2 years for magnetic type ballasts and 5
years for electronic type ballasts, based on date of manufacturer embossed on ballast,
current with installation date. Warranty includes normal cost of labor for replacement of
ballast.
B. Lamp Warranty: 30 days for incandescent, 6 months for compact fluorescent, 12 months
for fluorescent and HID lamps.
1.5 MAINTENANCE
A. Furnish 2 percent extra lens or louvers for each size and type of fluorescent luminaire.
B. Furnish 10 percent extra lamps for each size and type installed.
C. Furnish 5 percent extra ballasts for each size and type.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 LUMINAIRES
A. Luminaires: Refer to description and manufacturers in Luminaire schedule.
B. Where recessed luminaires are installed in cavities intended to be insulated, provide IC
rated luminaires or other code approved installation.
C. UL label luminaires installed under canopies, roof or open porches, and similar damp or
wet locations, as suitable for damp or wet locations.
D. Recessed Luminaires: Frame compatible with ceiling material installed at particular
luminaire location. Provide proper factory trim and frame for luminaire to fit location and
ceiling material.
E. Finishes:
1. Manufacturer's standard finish (unless otherwise indicated) over a corrosion
resistant primer.
2. Interior Light Reflecting Finishes: White or specular finish with not less than 85
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3. Exterior Finishes: As detailed in luminaire schedule or on Drawings. Refer
cases of uncertain applicability to Architect for resolution prior to release for
fabrication.
F. Light Transmitting Components:
1. Plastic diffusers, molded or extruded of 100 percent virgin acrylic.
2. Prismatic acrylic, extruded, flat diffusers, 0.125 inch overall thickness, unless
otherwise noted.
G. Fluorescent Luminaires:
1. Provide open lamp fluorescent luminaires without diffusers or guards with turret
type, spring loaded sockets.
2. To facilitate multilevel lamp switching, wire lamps within luminaire with outermost
lamp at both sides of luminaire on the same ballast, the next inward pair on
another ballast and so on to innermost lamp (or pair of lamps).
3. For T5HO lamps, provide twist and lock design sockets, socket body rated to
110C and socket rotor rated to 140C.
4. Provide wire lamp guards on exposed lamp fluorescent luminaires.
2.2 BALLASTS
A. General:
1. Provide ballasts UL rated for specified lamps.
2. Thermal Protection: Internal UL Class 'P'with automatic reset.
3. Sound Ratings: Class 'A'. Where not available as standard product from any
specified manufacturer, provide quietest rating available.
4. Total Harmonic Distortion: Not to exceed 20 percent of the input current unless
otherwise indicated.
5. Input Voltage: Provide universal voltage ballast matching branch circuit supply
voltage.
6. Provide quantity of ballasts to provide switching as indicated on Drawings.
7. Provide factory printed wiring diagram on ballast housing.
8. Ballasts used in enclosed and gasketed luminaires shall be of Type 1
construction.
9. Comply with FCC rules and regulations Part 18, Class A concerning generation
- of both electromagnetic interference and radio frequency interference.
10. Provide 3-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, including
either a USD 10 replacement labor allowance or complete replacement including
labor by an agent of the manufacturer.
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B. Ballasts for Linear Fluorescent Lamps:
1. Power Factor: Minimum 97 percent.
2. Do not provide magnetic fluorescent ballasts.
3. Nondimming Electronic:
a. Tandem wiring between luminaires may be used to minimize the number
of ballasts while accomplishing the switching requirements shown on
Drawings. Provide label in lamp compartment of luminaire to identify the
function of ballast. Label shall not be visible from room.
b. Provide ballasts that meet requirements of UL 935, ANSI C82.11 and
bear the appropriate UL label.
c. Provide ballasts that withstand input power line transients as defined in
ANSI C62.41, Category-A and IEEE 587.
d. Provide series wired programmed start ballast unless noted on drawings.
e. High frequency operation: Not less than 42kHz.
f. Lamp Crest Factor: Maximum 1.7 for programmed rapid start ballasts
and maximum 1.85 or less for instant start ballasts.
g. Average Ballast Factor(BF): Minimum 88 percent or as indicated in the
luminaire schedule.
h. Provide 0 degree Fahrenheit minimum starting temperature ballasts for
luminaires installed where exposed to anticipated ambient temperature
less than 55F.
Manufacturers: Advance, Universal Lighting Technologies,
OSRAM/Sylvania, or approved.
4. Dimming Electronic:
a. Shall meet requirements of nondimming electronic ballasts.
b. Do not use tandem wiring between luminaires.
c. Ballast shall start lamp at any preset light output setting and provide
continuous, square law dimming from 100 percent to specified low-end
output.
d. 10 Percent Dimming: Control protocol shall be line voltage type with
positive line voltage On/Off. Manufacturers: Lutron ECO-10, Advance
MarkX, or approved.
e. 1 Percent Dimming: Control protocol shall be 0-10V type with positive
line voltage On/Off. Manufacturers: OSRAM/Sylvania Pho-Dim or
approved.
C. Ballasts for Compact Fluorescent Lamps:
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1. Power Factor: Minimum 97 percent.
2. Provide ballasts which meet requirements of UL 935, ANSI C82.11 and bear the
appropriate UL label.
3. With integral end of lamp life detection and shutdown circuit with automatic reset.
4. Nondimming Electronic:
a. Series wired, programmed rapid start circuitry.
b. High frequency operation: Not less than 50kHz.
c. Lamp Crest Factor: Maximum 1.5.
d. Average Ballast Factor(BF): Minimum 98 percent.
e. 0 degree Fahrenheit minimum starting temperature.
f. Manufacturers: Advance, OSRAM/Sylvania, Universal Lighting
Technologies, Lightolier, or approved.
5. Dimming Electronic:
a. Meet requirements of nondimming electronic ballasts.
b. Ballast start lamp at any preset light output and provide continuous,
square law dimming from 100 percent to specified low-end output.
c. Supply line voltage controls with air-gap disconnect.
d. 5 Percent Dimming Manufacturers: Lutron Compact SE, Lutron Tu-Wire,
Advance MarkX, or approved.
e. 1 Percent Dimming Manufacturers: Lutron Hi-Lume or approved.
D. Ballasts for High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamps:
1. Power Factor: Minimum 90 percent.
2. Provide HID ballasts with end of life anti cycling protection technology where
available.
3. Do not use tandem wiring between luminaires.
4. Provide proper ANSI-series designation for specified lamp.
5. Average Ballast Factor(BF): Minimum 98 percent.
6. Minus 20F minimum starting temperature.
7. Pulse-start types specifically for pulse-start lamps.
8. Provide electronic ballast for Metal Halide lamps up to 150 watts.
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9. Constant Wattage Autotransformer(CWA):
a. With fully wired, integral dry-film type capacitor and potted ignitor(where
applicable).
b. Lamp Crest Factor: Maximum 1.6.
c. Metal Halide(MH) lamps: Ballasts shall tolerate input voltage variation
of plus or minus 10 percent with less than plus or minus 5 percent
variation in output voltage.
d. High Pressure Sodium (HPS) lamps: Ballasts shall tolerate input voltage
variation of plus or minus 10 percent with output voltage within
trapezoidal limits of lamp operating voltage over lamp life.
e. Manufacturers: Advance 73B Series, Holophane, Universal Lighting
Technologies, or approved.
10. High leakage reactance high power factor(HX-HPF) equal to Advance 72C
Series acceptable for 100 watt or less HPS lamp.
11. Nondimming Electronic:
a. With integral end of lamp life detection and shutdown circuit with
automatic reset.
b. High frequency operation: not less than 170Hz.
c. Ballast shall tolerate input voltage variation of plus or minus 10 percent
with less than plus or minus 0.5 percent variation in output voltage.
d. Lamp Crest Factor: Maximum 1.3.
e. Manufacturers: NAiS Aromat or approved.
E. Provide special types as indicated in the luminaire schedule.
2.3 LAMPS
A. Provide lamps for luminaires.
B. Provide lamp cataloged for specified luminaire type.
C. Provide similar lamps by a common manufacturer unless indicated in the luminaire
schedule.
D. Manufacturers: General Electric, Philips, OSRAM/Sylvania (OSI), Venture, Ushio (MR
only), EYE (MR only), or approved unless specific manufacturer is indicated in the
luminaire schedule.
E. Incandescent: Not allowed.
F. Tubular: Provide HIR technology, wattage and base configuration as indicated in the
luminaire schedule and proper type for luminaire.
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1. Low Voltage: Wattage, voltage, beam spread, base style and type as indicated
in the luminaire schedule.
G. Fluorescent:
1. Provide 4100 K fluorescent lamps unless noted in luminaire schedule.
2. Linear Fluorescent:
a. T-8: Provide the following:
1) Bi-pin base, tri-phosphor coated
2) CRI equal to or exceeding 85.
3) 30000 hours rated on 3 hour switching cycle when used with
programmed start ballast.
4) Compatible with dimming ballasts.
5) Length and wattage as indicated in the luminaire schedule.
b. T-5: Provide the following:
1) bi-pin base, tri-phosphor coated
2) CRI equal to or exceeding 85.
3) Compatible with dimming ballasts.
4) Length and wattage as indicated in the luminaire schedule.
c. Do not provide T-12 lamps.
3. Compact Fluorescent:
a. Single ended, four-pin plug-in base, tri-phosphor coated, CRI exceeding
81, CCT, wattage and configuration as indicated in the luminaire
schedule.
b. Do not provide self ballasted screw-in type unless indicated in the
luminaire schedule.
c. Do not provide magnetic starter type luminaires, ballasts or lamps.
H. High Intensity Discharge (HID):
1. Rate lamps used in open luminaires for such use.
2. Provide coated or clear lamps as recommended by the luminaire manufacturer
for maximum luminaire efficiency and distribution.
3. Lamps installed in common interior areas shall be of the same manufacturer's
production run.
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4. Provide self extinguishing lamps or lamps with protective shroud in open
luminaires
5. Ceramic arc tube metal halide:
a. CRI exceeding 80, CCT, wattage, configuration, and base style and type
as indicated in luminaire schedule.
b. Maximum plus or minus 200 Kelvin color shift over rated lamp life.
c. Provide lamp base and orientation compatible to luminaire.
6. Quartz arc tube metal halide:
a. CRI exceeding 64, CCT of 4000 Kelvin, wattage, configuration, and base
style and type as indicated in luminaire schedule.
b. Maximum plus or minus 600 Kelvin color shift over rated lamp life.
c. Provide pulse-start type when at least one approved manufacturer
supplies specified lamp with that technology and where burning position
is compatible with luminaire.
7. Do not provide mercury vapor lamps.
Special types as indicated in the luminaire schedule.
2.4 EMERGENCY FLUORESCENT LAMP POWER SUPPLY
A. Description: Self-contained, battery-operated power supply for operating one T8 or
compact fluorescent lamp for a minimum output of 90 minutes, unless project is served
by a backup generator system.
B. Provide access hatches for emergency battery backup ballasts, adjacent to recessed 6-
inch or less diameter downlights installed in inaccessible ceilings.
C. Manufacturers: Bodine, Iota, Lithonia.
2.5 LIGHTING POLES
A. Provide exterior light poles with concrete bases and which are structurally supportive of
pole under design loading.
B. Provide exterior poles clean and scratch free with base bolt covers to match pole and
luminaire finish.
C. Provide poles and pole bases rated for a minimum of 100 MPH, unless otherwise noted,
wind EPA loading for quantity and type of luminaire it supports with a 1.3 gust factor. City
of Pueblo indicates: Exposure"C",importance factor 1.0.
D. Provide poles with gasketed handholes, stainless steel tamper resistant hardware and
ground lugs.
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PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 COORDINATION
A. Verification of Conditions: Verify ceiling construction, recessing depth and other
construction details prior to release of luminaire for shipment. Refer cases of uncertain
applicability to Architect for resolution prior to release of luminaires for shipment.
B. Provide lighting indicated on Drawings with a luminaire of the type designated and
appropriate for location. Where outlet symbols appear on Drawings without a type
designation, provide a luminaire the same as those used in similar or like locations.
C. Provide fluorescent and HID luminaires with ballast compatible to lighting control system
as shown in drawings and specifications.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install luminaire of types indicated where shown and at indicated heights in accordance
with manufacturer's written instructions and with recognized industry practices to ensure
that luminaires comply with requirements and serve intended purposes.
B. Align, mount and level luminaires uniformly. Use ball hangers for suspended stem
mounted luminaires.
C. Avoid interference with and provide clearance for equipment. Where indicated locations
for luminaires conflict with locations for equipment, change locations for luminaire by
minimum distance necessary as directed by Architect.
D. Suspended Luminaires: Mounting heights indicate clearances between bottom of
luminaire and finished floors.
E. Egress Luminaires: Provide unswitched emergency circuit to exit signs and emergency
luminaires.
F. Interior Luminaire Supports:
1. Support Luminaires: Anchor supports to structural slab or to structural members
within a partition, or above a suspended ceiling.
2. Maintain luminaire positions after cleaning and relamping.
3. Support luminaires without causing ceiling or partition to deflect.
4. Provide recessed fluorescent luminaires with support wires as outlined in the
IBC.
G. Exterior Luminaire Supports:
1_ Provide concrete footings for pole-mounted lighting units and bollard lights at
locations shown on site plan Drawings. Provide concrete footings as shown on
Drawings or as recommended by manufacturer if not shown on Drawings.
Minimum base height above grade in automobile areas is 30 inches. Install
luminaire poles plumb and straight.
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2. Install pole concrete footings in undisturbed or compacted soil. Where soil is
disturbed provide backfill and compaction per Division 2 Earthwork requirement.
3. Installation to comply with local jurisdictional light pollution or"Dark Sky"
regulations.
H. Wiring:
1. Recessed luminaires to be installed using flexible metallic conduit with luminaire
conductors to branch circuit conductors in a nearby accessible junction box over
ceiling. Junction box fastened to a building structural member within 6 feet of
lurninaire.
2. Install luminaires for lift out and removal from ceiling pattern without
disconnecting conductors or defacing ceiling materials.
3. Flexible connections where permitted to exposed luminaires; neat and straight,
without excess slack, attached to support device.
4. Install junction box, flexible conduit and high temperature insulated conductors
for through wiring of recessed luminaires.
5. Unit Battery Equipment in Egress Luminaires: Provide unswitched conductor to
each egress luminaire from serving circuit. This is for the transfer electronics to
determine when power has actually been lost.
Relamp luminaires which have failed lamps at completion of work.
3.3 ADJUSTING
A. Focus and adjust floodlights, spotlights and other adjustable luminaires, with Architect, at
such time of day or night as required.
B. Align luminaires that are not straight and parallel/perpendicular to structure.
3.4 CLEANING
A. Clean paint splatters, dirt, dust, fingerprints, and debris from luminaires.
B. Where finish of luminaires and/or poles has been damaged, touch up finish as directed
by manufacturer's instructions.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16620
DIESEL STANDBY POWER GENERATOR SYSTEM
PART 1 -GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Diesel engine.
2. Diesel generator.
3. Generator control panel.
4. Remote alarm annunciators.
S. Transfer switches.
6. Auxiliary equipment.
7. Subbase fuel tank.
8. Weatherproof enclosure.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. The engine generator set, in conjunction with the necessary control and accessories, will
comprise a complete operating package for KW ratings as shown on Drawings for
installation at local elevation and ambient temperature extremes (average maximum and
average minimum) as recorded by local U.S. Weather Bureau meteorological station.
B. Provide engine generator set and transfer switches compliant with Level 1 Emergency
Power Supply System (EPSS) under NFPA 110.
C. Provisions and connection of automatic transfer switches to comply with NFPA-76
requirements. Include control wiring with transfer switch for automatic start/stop control
to generator control panel equipment. Coordinate with building system switch gear and
panelboard manufacturer for compliance with Selective Coordination requirements of the
NEC.
D. Provide diesel fuel source, unless otherwise noted, including storage, pumps, sensors,
piping, venting and other associated equipment.
E. Provide exhaust system in compliance with federal, state and local environmental air
quality standards.
- • F._=. • •Basis of Design: Generator on Drawings is designed based on-Generac SD product line.
Approved manufacturers listed below are allowed on condition of meeting the specified
conditions including the available space for the equipment(including Code required
working clearances). Remove and replace electrical equipment installed not meeting
these conditions at no cost to Owner.
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1.3 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. The generator set installation and on-site testing shall conform to the requirements of the
following codes and standards, as applicable. The generator set shall include necessary
features to meet the requirements of these standards.
1. IEEE 446, Recommended Practice for Emergency and Standby Power Systems
for Commercial and Industrial Applications.
2. NFPA 37, Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion
Engines and Gas Turbines.
3. NFPA 70, National Electrical Code. Equipment suitable for use in systems
compliant to Articles 700, 701, and 702.
4. NFPA 99, Standard for Health Care Facilities.
5. NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems. The
generator set shall meet requirements for Level 1 systems. Level 1 prototype
tests required by this standard shall have been performed on a complete and
functional unit, component level type tests will not substitute for this requirement.
B. The generator set and supplied accessories shall meet the requirements of the following
standards:
1. NEMA MG1. Alternator shall comply with the requirements of this standard.
2. UL 142, Steel Aboveground Tanks for Flammable and Combustible Liquids.
3. UL 1236, Battery Chargers for Charging Engine-Starter Batteries.
4. UL 2200, Stationary Engine Generator Assemblies. List the generator set to
UL 2200 or submit to an independent third party certification process to verify
compliance as installed.
C. The control system for the generator set shall comply with the following requirements:
1. EN50082-2, Electromagnetic Compatibility—Generic Immunity Requirements,
Part 2: Industrial.
2. EN55011, Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference
Characteristics of Industrial, Scientific and Medical Equipment.
3. FCC Part 15, Subpart B.
4. UL 508, Industrial Control Equipment. The entire control system of the generator
set UL 508 listed and labeled.
_ _ 5. UL 1236, Battery Chargers for Charging Engine-Starter Batteries.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Provide shop drawings and product data for the following equipment:
1. Diesel engine.
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2. Diesel generator.
3. Generator control panel.
4. Remote alarm annunciators.
5. Transfer switches.
6. Auxiliary equipment.
7. Subbase fuel tank.
8. Weatherproof enclosure.
9. Include the Following in Shop Drawing Submittals:
10. Plans and elevations of the diesel generator set and weatherproof enclosure
offered hereunder and its installation requirements including fuel tanks.
11. Provide contact name. address. And estimated distance from site to nearest
technical support facility. Service facility must be within 50 miles of site project or
approved.
12. Technical literature describing the diesel engine generator set performance
including certified engine horsepower curves and deratings for project site
altitude and ambient temperature conditions.
13. Drawings and literature describing auxiliary equipment furnished including
mounting detail, exhaust and supply ductwork, and required wall louvers.
14. Operations and Maintenance Data: Provide from the system manufacturer
authorized local dealer one copy of each of the following manuals and books for
each unit under this Contract to the Owner:
a. Operating Instructions with description and illustration of switchgear
controls and indicators and engine and generator controls.
b. Parts books which illustrate and list assemblies, subassemblies and
components, except standard fastening hardware (nuts, bolts, washers,
etc.).
c. Preventative maintenance instructions on the complete system that
cover daily, weekly, monthly, biannual, and annual maintenance
requirements and include a complete lubrication chart.
d. Routine Test Procedures for electronic and electrical circuits and for the
main AC generator.
e.... Troubleshooting Chart covering the complete generator set showing
description of trouble, probable cause, and suggested remedy.
f. Recommended Spare Parts List showing consumables anticipated to be
required during routine maintenance and test.
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g. Wiring Diagrams and Schematics showing function of electrical
components.
h. Manuals and books described above contained in rigid plastic pouches.
15. Stamped construction drawings by registered structural engineer in the state of
the project site for seismic bracing of the generator set and transfer switch(es) for
compliance with IBC seismic requirements for standby and life safety emergency
electrical equipment.
B. Provide the following operating and maintenance and instructions from the manufacturer
for project closeout, see Project Closeout Requirements in Division 1:
1. Diesel engine.
2. Diesel generator.
3. Generator control panel.
4. Remote alarm annunciators.
5. Transfer switches.
6. Auxiliary equipment.
7. Subbase fuel tank.
8. Weatherproof enclosure.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Provide generator set that is the product of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the
production of this type of equipment and one that has a local distributor and service
organization. Configure the generator for single unit operation.
B. Generator supplier is responsible for engine, generator, automatic transfer switches,
battery charger, engine block heater, subbase tank, weatherproof enclosure,fuel transfer
pumps, automatic start/stop control equipment and circuitry and seismic bracing, so that
there is one source of supply and responsibility.
PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Caterpillar, Cummins, Kohler, Katolight, DDC/MTU Power Generation, Generac, Elliott
Magnetek Power Systems, or approved.
2.2 RATING
A. Base the rating of the engine generator set on operation of the set when equipped with
necessary operating accessories including but not limited to radiator, fan, air cleaners,
lubricating oil pump,fuel transfer pump,fuel injection pump,jacket water pump, governor,
charging generator, alternating current generator and exciter regulator.
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B. Provide the engine generator set capable of producing rated voltage and output
continuously for standby power applications at the ambient temperature and altitude
conditions. Provide ratings from the manufacturer's standard published data. Special
ratings are not acceptable. Refer to Drawings for ratings.
2.3 ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM
A. Diesel: Diesel engine, liquid cooled producing 1.5 HP per KW to operate at 1800 rpm for
full electrical output rating, based on site conditions of; altitude and ambient temperature.
Engine to be mounted to continuous structural steel frame under complete unit.
B. Fuel System:
1. Provide the engine with a complete fuel system consisting of fuel pump, fuel
filter, pump injectors and associated piping.
2. Provide a sub-base tank within a vented secondary containment tank of equal
construction mounted to structural steel frame. UL list and label tank.
3. The subbase tank is heavy gauge furnished complete corrosion resistant lining
suitable for diesel storage. The minimum capacity of the primary storage tank
will provide 25hours of operation under full load.
4. Provide the tank with low fuel sensing device and annular leak detection with an
alarm panel. Tank size is not to exceed generator housing outside diameter or
increase generator height by more than 18 inches.
5. Provide primary fuel storage tank with float operated overfill protection.
6. Provide required vent piping for the primary fuel storage tank and the annular
space between the primary and secondary containment tank as indicated on the
plumbing Drawings. The vent termination fittings furnished for the annual vent of
the secondary containment will be atmospheric type.
7. Provide flexible fuel supply and return lines between fuel storage tank and
generator.
8. Provide one level sensor in tank with alarm for low level (reorder fuel) set at 50
percent tank level to report to remote generator annunciator] [building energy
management system.
9. Provide the subbase tank as a package system. Manufacturers: Simplex,
Tramont, Pryco, or approved.
C. Fuel and Lubricants: The engines meet requirements specified herein when operating on
diesel fuel conforming to W-F-800, grade DF-1 or DF-2. The engines meet
requirements specified herein using lubricating oil conforming to MIL-L-2104, viscosity
grade as recommended by engine manufacturer.
D. Lubrication:
1. The engine shall have a gear-type lubricating oil pump for supplying oil under
pressure to the main bearings, pistons, piston points, timing gears, camshaft
bearings and valve rocker mechanism.
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2. Provide full flow oil filters, conveniently located for servicing. Equip the filter with
a spring loaded bypass valve to ensure oil circulation if filters are clogged.
Provide a suitable oil cooler as recommended by engine manufacturer.
3. Provide an oil drain line extension with manual shutoff valve as part of the engine
oil pan.
E. Air Cleaners: Provide the engine with one or more dry type air cleaners.
F. Heaters:
1. The engine liquid cooling system is heated by an auxiliary electric liquid heater to
ensure a minimum coolant temperature of 120F in an ambient of 20F.
2. The engine liquid cooling system heater has an automatic control thermostat and
oil pressure disconnect switch.
3. The generator stator windings are heated via a direct current flow in two of the 3
phase winding sets while the generator is off. An Allen Bradley Model 1410
motor winding heater is installed on the generator stator windings. Control relays
and contactors are provided to disconnect the heating current when the fuel
solenoids are energized and to display reconnecting the heating current for 15
minutes after fuel solenoid de-energization.
G. Engine Speed Governing System: An electronic governor system shall provide automatic
frequency regulation. Control the governing system dynamic capabilities as a function of
engine coolant temperature to provide fast, stable operation at varying engine operating
temperature conditions. The control system shall actively control the fuel rate and
excitation as appropriate to the state of the generator set. Regulate fuel rate as a
function of starting, accelerating to start disconnect speed, accelerating to rated speed.
The governing system shall include a programmable warm up at idle and cooldown at
idle function. While operating in idle state, the control system shall disable the alternator
excitation system.
H. Batteries and Charger System:
1. Install lead-acid batteries having sufficient capacity for cranking the engine for at
least 30 seconds at firing speed in the ambient temperatures specified in these
Specifications and with capacity for starting the diesel engine a minimum of four
times.
Provide the batteries complete with intercell connections and mounted in a metal
frame or rack of corrosion resisting metal.
3- Provide the battery charger enclosed (weatherproof if exterior),wall mounted,
constant voltage, heavy duty, industrial type designed for operation from 120 volt,
1 phase, 60 Hz,AC power. The charger is suitable for keeping the engine
starting batteries in a charged condition during periods when the engine is idle.
Rectifier elements are silicon diodes capable of continuous operation at full rated
- load using convection cooling in ambient temperatures"up to`125F: The charger
automatically adjusts from full rated output to trickle charge and from trickle
charge to full rated output, depending on the state of charge of the battery.
Provide the charger equipped with a voltmeter, ammeter AC and DC circuit
protection, voltage surge suppression.
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Cooling System:
1. Provide the engine with a cooling system having sufficient capacity for cooling
the engine when the generator set is delivering full rated load in the ambient
temperature. Install permanent type antifreeze solution to the coolant for minus
20F.
2. Equip the engine with an engine driven, centrifugal-type water circulating pump
and thermostatic valve to maintain the engine at recommended temperature
level.
3. Equip the engine with a radiator and fan of a type and capacity recommended by
engine manufacturer. Provide blower fan.
J. Exhaust System: Provide suitable silencer of the critical residential type, with the engine.
Use stainless steel, flexible exhaust pipe from engine exhaust to silencer. Provide
exhaust opening rain guard. Support silencer independent of engine.
2.4 GENERATOR
A. Rating:
1. The generator is capable of producing rated voltage and output at 0.8 power
factor, based upon site conditions of altitude and ambient temperatures.
2. Provide the generator rating applicable for continuous service in standby power
application. Maximum voltage dip on full load and power factor is 25 percent.
3. Temperature Rise: 130C above 40C ambient.
B. Construction:
1. Provide the generator with a revolving field, single bearing type, coupled directly
to the engine flywheel through a flexible driving disc for positive alignment.
Provide the rotor dynamically balanced up to 25 percent overspeed.
2. Provide the generator of heavy duty, compact design. The insulation is Class H
or better, as recognized by NEMA MG-1. The generator is equipped with full
amortisseur windings for paralleling.
3. The generator field excitation is performed by permanent magnet mounted on
rotor shaft.
4. Provide microprocessor based digital voltage regulator with fully programmable
operating and protection characteristics. Regulator capable of sensing true RMS
in three phases of alternator output voltage, or operating in single phase sensing
mode. Alternator output voltage adjustable between—10 percent and +10
percent of nominal.
5. Provide generator output circuit breaker integral to generator output terminal
enclosure. Remote annunciator panel to monitor breaker and report a trouble
signal when open.
C. Generator Set Performance:
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1. Provide the voltage regulation from no load to rated load within a band of plus or
minus 0.5 percent of rated voltage. The steady state voltage stability remains
within a 0.5 percent band of rated voltage. Steady state voltage modulation does
not exceed 1 cycle per second.
2. For addition of load up to and including 100 percent of rated load, the voltage dip
does not exceed 15 percent of rated voltage. The voltage recovers to and
maintains within the steady band in not more than 1.5 seconds.
3. Frequency Regulation: Steady state no load to steady state rated load. Random
frequency variation with any steady load shall not exceed plus or minus 0.5
percent. For addition of load up to 90 percent of rated load, the frequency
recovers to the steady state frequency band within 5 seconds.
4. The alternator shall produce a clean AC voltage waveform, with not more than 5
percent total harmonic distortion at full linear load, when measured from line to
neutral, and with not more than 3 percent in any single harmonic, and no 3rd
order harmonics or their multiples. Telephone influence factor: less than 40.
5. Engine manufacturer certifies the generator set to be suitable for use at the
installed location and rating, and shall meet applicable exhaust emission
requirements at the time of commissioning.
D. Mounting:
1. Provide the engine and generator equipped with a common steel weldment
subbase for mounting the engine generator unit to a concrete foundation.
2. Provide the engine equipped with pad type vibration isolators between the
subbase and the concrete foundation.
3. Install per stamped installation drawings by structural engineer for compliance
with IBC seismic bracing requirements.
4. Isolators(Pad Type): Ribbed or waffled pad. Pads resistant to heat and age,
impervious to oil, water, antifreeze, diesel fuel and cleaning compounds.
2.5 GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL
A. Generator Set Control: Provide the generator set with a microprocessor-based control
system that is designed to provide automatic starting, monitoring, and control functions
for the generator set. Design the control system also to allow local monitoring and
control of the generator set, and remote monitoring and control as described in this
specification.
B. Mount the control on the generator set, or may be mounted in a free-standing panel next
to the generator set if adequate space and accessibility is available. Vibration isolated
control and prototype tested to verify the durability of components in the system under
the vibration conditions encountered.
C. The generator set mounted control shall include the following features and functions:
1. Control Switches:
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a. Mode Select Switch: The mode select switch shall initiate the following
control modes. When in the RUN or MANUAL position the generator set
shall start, and accelerate to rated speed and voltage as directed by the
operator. A separate push-button to initiate starting is acceptable. In the
OFF position the generator set shall immediately stop, bypassing time
delays. In the AUTO position the generator set is ready to accept a
signal from a remote device to start and accelerate to rated speed and
voltage.
b. EMERGENCY STOP Switch: Red"mushroom-head" pushbutton.
Depressing the emergency stop switch shall cause the generator set to
immediately shut down, and be locked out from automatic restarting.
c. RESET Switch: Use the RESET switch to clear a fault and allow
restarting the generator set after it has shut down for any fault condition.
d. PANEL LAMP Test Switch: Depressing the panel lamp switch shall
cause the entire panel to be lighted.
D. Generator Set AC Output Metering: Provide the generator set with a metering set
including the following features and functions:
1. Digital metering set, 1 percent accuracy, to indicate generator RMS voltage and
current, frequency, output current, output KW, KW-hours, and power factor.
Generator output voltage available in line-to-line and line-to-neutral voltages, and
shall display three-phase voltages (line to neutral or line to line) simultaneously.
E. Generator Set Alarm and Status Display:
1. The generator set control shall include LED alarm and status indication lamps.
Lamps: High-intensity LED type. The lamp condition: Clearly apparent under
bright room lighting conditions.
2. The generator set control shall indicate the existence of the warning and
shutdown conditions on the control panel and comply with protection and
diagnostic requirements of NFPA 110 for a Level 1 EPSS. Conditions indicated
below for warning field-configurable for shutdown. Conditions required to be
annunciated shall include:
a. Control switch not in auto (warning)
b. Emergency stop depressed (warning)
c. Battery charger AC failure (warning)
d. Low oil pressure (warning).
e. Low oil pressure (shutdown).
f. Low coolant temperature (warning).
g. High coolant temperature (warning).
h. High coolant temperature (shutdown).
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High oil temperature(warning).
j. Low coolant level (warning).
k. Fail to start/overcrank (shutdown).
Overspeed (shutdown).
m. Low DC voltage (warning).
n. High DC voltage (warning).
o. Low fuel level (warning).
p. High AC voltage (shutdown).
q. Low AC voltage (shutdown).
r. Under frequency(shutdown).
s. Overcurrent(warning).
t. Overcurrent(shutdown).
u. Short circuit(shutdown).
v. Generator powering load.
F. Engine Status Monitoring: The following information available from a digital status panel
on the generator set control:
1. Engine oil pressure (psi or kPA).
2. Engine coolant temperature(degrees F or C).
3. Engine oil temperature (degrees F or C).
4. Engine speed (rpm).
5. Number of hours of operation (hours).
6. Battery voltage (DC volts).
G. Engine Control Functions:
1. The control system provided shall include a cycle cranking system, which allows
for user selected crank time, rest time, and#of cycles. Initial settings: 3
cranking periods of 15 seconds each, with 15-second rest period between
cranking periods.
2. The control system shall include an idle mode control,which allows the engine to
run in idle mode in the RUN position only. In this mode, the alternator excitation
system disabled.
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3. The control system shall include an engine governor control, which functions to
provide steady state frequency regulation as noted elsewhere in this
specification. The governor control shall include adjustments for gain, damping,
and a ramping function to control engine speed and limit exhaust smoke while
the unit is starting.
H. Remote Alarm Annunciator:
1. Provide and install LED type remote alarm annunciator with horn, located as
shown on the drawings or in a location that can be conveniently monitored by
facility personnel. The remote annunciator shall provide the audible and visual
alarms called for by NFPA Standard 110 for level 1 systems for the local
generator control panel. Provide spare lamps to allow future addition of other
alarm and status functions to the annunciator. Provide provisions for labeling of
the annunciator in a fashion consistent with the specified functions. Provide
alarm silence and lamp test switch(es). LED lamps: Replaceable, indicating
lamp color capable of changes needed for specific application requirements.
Alarm horn: Switchable for annunciation points. Alarm horn (when switched on)
shall sound for first fault, and subsequent faults, regardless of whether first fault
has been cleared, in compliance with NFPA110. The interconnecting wiring
between the annunciator and other system components monitored and failure of
the interconnection between components displayed on the annunciator panel.
2. The annunciator shall include the following alarm labels, audible annunciation
features, and lamp colors:
Condition Lamp Color Audible Alarm
Genset Supplying Load Amber No
Not in Auto Red Yes
High Battery Voltage Red Yes
Low Battery Voltage Red Yes
Charger AC Failure Red Yes
Fail to Start/Overcrank Red Yes
Low Engine Temperature Amber Yes
Pre-High Engine Temperature Amber Yes
High Engine Temperature Red Yes
Pre-Low Oil Pressure Amber Yes
Low Oil Pressure Red Yes
Overspeed Red Yes
Low Coolant Level Amber Yes
Low Fuel Level Amber Yes
Genset shutdown Red Yes
(4) Spares Configurable Configurable
3. Low battery voltage lamp shall also be lighted for low cranking voltage or weak
battery alarm.
4. Provide flush mounted enclosure.
I. Provide the generator set with a mounted main line circuit breaker, sized to carry the
rated output current of the generator set. The circuit breaker shall incorporate an
electronic trip unit that operates to protect the alternator under overcurrent conditions, or
_ a thermal-magnetic trip with other overcurrent protection devices that positively protect
the alternator under overcurrent conditions. The supplier shall submit time overcurrent
characteristic curves and thermal damage curve for the alternator, demonstrating the
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effectiveness of the protection provided. Provide auxiliary contact to report to remote
annunciator panel in the event of an open breaker condition.
2.6 TRANSFER SWITCH
A. Provide transfer switch, 4 pole, rated 600 volt, and UL 1008 listed. The transfer switch is
suitable for use on types of loads without derating, either open or enclosed. Accessories
and equipment are front accessible for ease of maintenance or removal. See drawings
for amperage ratings.
B. Switch is inherently double throw and mechanically interlocked to ensure only one of two
power positions, normal or emergency.
C. Contact structure to consist of main current carrying contact, silver alloy with minimum
50% silver content. Current carrying contacts protected by silver tungsten arching
contacts on sizes above 400 amps.
D. Accessories: Equip each switch with the following accessories and controls:
1. Time delay engine start(1/2 to 30 seconds)
2. Time delay, normal to emergency (1 to 60 seconds)
3. Adjustable time delay in the neutral position. Load not connected to utility or
generator.
4. Time delay, emergency to normal (0.2 to 30 minutes) with 5 minutes unloaded.
Running for engine cool down cycle
5. Test switch to simulate normal power failure
6. Engine starting contact.
7. Two pilot lights to indicate transfer switch position.
8. Two sets of normally open and normally closed contacts
9. Provide manual handle for maintenance purposes with the switch de-energized,
defeating automatic operating during maintenance, inspection or manual
operation.
E. Provide transfer switch rated for available fault with upstream overcurrent protection.
Provide fused disconnect on utility side of transfer switch as part of Contract to meet
manufacturer requirement that transfer switch is protected for available fault current.
F. Configure switch to automatically exercise generator as directed by Owner.
G. Provide pertinent information to the switchgear manufacturer for calculations of Selective
Coordination according to NEC.
H. - -Provide required control wiring and heater wiring between generator and transfer switch
location.
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2.7 WEATHERPROOF ENCLOSURE
A. Outdoor Weather-Protective Housing: Factory assembled to generator set base and
radiator cowling. Provide ample airflow for generator set operation. Provide hinged side-
access doors and rear control door. Provide lockable doors. Standard color sheet metal.
B. Doors give full access to engine, generator control and termination area. Doors have
padlock provisions, with integral braces for locking full open during servicing.
C. Provide louvered (rainproof) operation with doors locked closed and engine fully
operational at maximum ambient temperature.
D. Steel is 14 gauge minimum for panels.
E. Anchor provisions to secure enclosure to concrete pad are integral to enclosure structure.
Space for water drainage under enclosure wall/door panel areas is designed into
enclosures.
F. Provide the following factory supplied and installed items within the enclosure, including
mounting brackets:
1. Battery charger
2. DC fluorescent lighting run off generator battery and controlled by timer switch
3. Disconnect switches for heaters
4. Servicing receptacle (weatherproof FS series box).
5. Disconnect switches of heaters.
6. Mounting for contactors and relays and generator stator winding heater.
7. Silencer and exhaust flange.
G. Sheet metal primed for corrosion protection and finish painted with the manufacturers
standard color using a two step electrocoating paint process, or equal meeting the
performance requirements specified below. Prime and paint surfaces of metal parts.
The painting process shall result in a coating that meets the following requirements:
1. Impact resistance, per ASTM D2794, 120-inch-pounds.
2. Salt Spray, per ASTM B117, 1000+ hours.
3. Humidity, per ASTM D2247, 1000+ hours.
4. Water Soak, per ASTM D2247, 1000+ hours.
H. Provide an external emergency stop'switch that isoprotectecProrrraccidentaf actuation. -"`
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PART 3- EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Engine-generator unit, coordinate with generator concrete slab pour(or mounting
foundation), mounting requirements to eliminate vibration movement, per manufacturer's
specifications.
B. Provide wiring within transfer switches in accordance to NFPA-76A and NEC
requirements.
C. Install and connect the automatic transfer switches components of essential electrical
system so that within 10 seconds of a power supply drop in the Utility Company's normal
service, the generator starts and automatically transfer loads to the generator source.
D. Installation is in accordance with local, state and federal codes. Verify code requirements
as associated with engine generator, transfer switch, fuel storage and transfer prior to
installation.
E. Concrete Pad: Provide concrete pad of 2500 to 3000 psi concrete reinforced with 8
gauge wire fabric or No. 6 reinforcing bars on 12 inch centers. Provide 10-inch thick
base of gravel below pad for support. Extend pad 6 inches on sides from the exterior unit
dimensions. Provide pad 8-inch thick with 3/4 inch by 10 foot ground rods at each
corner. Thermally bond No. 2 bare copper to rods, reinforcement, and generator ground
point.
3.2 TESTING
A. Before the equipment is installed, submit to Architect a factory certified test log of the
generator set, showing a minimum one hour test with the generator run continuously at
full load at 0.8 power factor. Provide normal preliminary engine and generator tests
before unit assembly.
B. Following installation, perform the following tests by the system manufacturer's local
dealer representative(s) in the presence of the authority having jurisdiction, as well as
owner's engineer or designated appointee:
1. Pre-Start Checks.
2. Oil level.
3. Water level.
4. Day tank fuel level.
5. Battery connection and charge condition.
6. Air start supply pressure (if so equipped).
7. Engine to control interconnects.
8. Engine generator intake/exhaust obstructions.
9. Engine room ventilation obstructions.
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