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SECTION 26 05 00 - BASIC ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. The work included in this division of the specifications includes, but is not limited to, all
labor, material and equipment to completely install all electrical work throughout the
entire project as shown on the Contract Documents.
2. Refer to “The Kent Site Work” Drawings & Project Manual for related Work performed
under a separate Contract.
B. Products Installed But Not Supplied Under This Section:
1. This Contractor is responsible for connection of equipment supplied by other
Contractors as indicated in the Contract Documents.
2. This Contractor is responsible for connection of equipment supplied by Owner as
indicated in the Contract Documents.
1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. General Requirements specifically applicable to Division 26 in addition to Division 00 and
Division 01 provisions.
C. Division 01 – Submittals.
D. Division 01 - Temporary Electricity.
E. Division 01 - Temporary Lighting.
F. Division 01 - Contract Closeout.
G. Division 03 – Concrete.
H. Division 06 – Rough Carpentry.
I. Division 07 - Fire Stopping.
J. Division 07 – Joint Sealants.
K. Division 07 – Roofing.
L. Division 08 – Door Hardware.
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M. Division 09 – Painting.
N. Division 31 – Earthwork.
1.03 REFERENCES
A. IEEE C2 – National Electrical Safety Code.
B. ANSI/NECA 1-2006 – Good Workmanship in Electrical Contracting.
C. NFPA 70, Latest Edition – National Electrical Code with amendments as applied by adopting
agency or authority.
D. NRTL – Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory recognized by OSHA..
E. UL – Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (NRTL).
F. ETL – Intertek Laboratory (NTRL).
G. NFPA-70E, Latest edition – National Electrical Safety Code.
1.04 DEFINITIONS AND TERMS
A. EPDM: Ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer rubber.
B. Where colors are indicated or noted to be selected by the Architect it shall be interpreted to
mean custom color, optional color, or color selected from standard RAL paint chart.
C. The word “Owner” shall be defined as the party mentioned in the prime contract agreement, or
any representative of his party authorized to act in his behalf in the execution of the work.
D. The word “Contractor” shall be defined as the person, firm or corporation entering into a
contract with the owner to construct and complete the work as specified herein.
E. The word “furnish” shall be defined as to supply and deliver to project site, ready for unloading,
unpacking, assembly, installation and similar subsequent requirements.
F. The word “install” shall be defined as operations at the project site, including unloading,
unpacking, assembly, erection, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing,
curing, protecting, cleaning and similar requirements.
G. The word “provide” shall be defined as to furnish and install complete, ready for intended use
as defined above.
H. Finished Spaces: Spaces other than mechanical and electrical equipment rooms, furred
spaces, pipe and duct chases, unheated spaces immediately below roof, spaces above
ceilings, unexcavated spaces, crawlspaces, and tunnels.
I. Exposed, Interior Installations: Exposed to view indoors. Examples include finished occupied
spaces and mechanical equipment rooms.
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J. Exposed, Exterior Installations: Exposed to view outdoors or subject to outdoor ambient
temperatures and weather conditions. Examples include rooftop locations.
K. Concealed, Interior Installations: Concealed from view and protected from physical contact by
building occupants. Examples include above ceilings, in chases, in enclosures, in trenches or
in crawl spaces.
L. Concealed, Exterior Installations: Concealed from view and protected from weather conditions
and physical contact by building occupants but subject to outdoor ambient temperatures.
Examples include installations within unheated shelters.
1.05 SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS:
A. Refer to specific specification sections for system descriptions.
B. Unless specifically indicated otherwise, this Contractor is responsible for work assigned to
Contract as indicated in the Specifications and as Shown on the Drawings.
1.06 DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS:
A. The drawings and the specifications are cooperative and supplementary. It is the intent of both
said drawings and specifications to cover all electrical requirements in their entirety as nearly
as possible. The Contractor shall closely check the drawings and specifications for any
obvious errors or omissions, and bring any such condition to the attention of the Engineer
B. The Contractor shall have a complete set of drawings including civil, architectural, structural,
mechanical and electrical drawings on the site at all times. Prior to installing any of his work,
he shall check the drawings for exact dimensions and see that his work does not interfere with
clearance required for beams, foundations, finished columns, pilasters, partitions, piping,
ductwork, etc., as shown on the drawings and details.
C. After work is installed and it develops that interferences occur which have not been called to
the Engineer's attention before the installation, the Contractor shall, at his own expense, make
such changes in his work as directed by the Engineer.
D. The Contract Drawings for electrical work are in part diagrammatic, intended to convey the
scope of work and indicate general arrangement of equipment, piping, ductwork, etc., and
approximate sizes and locations of equipment and materials.
E. Where job conditions require reasonable changes in indicated locations and arrangement, the
Contractor shall make such changes as directed by the Engineer, without additional cost to the
Owner.
F. Because of the scale of the drawings, certain basic items may not be shown, but where such
items are required by other Sections of these specifications or where they are required by the
nature of the work, they shall be furnished and installed.
G. Rough-in dimensions and locations shall be verified with the supplier of all equipment
furnished by other trades or by the Owner prior to the time of roughing-in.
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H. The Contractor shall locate all equipment which must be serviced, operated or maintained in
fully accessible positions. Minor deviations from the contract drawings may be made to allow
for better accessibility, but changes of magnitude, or which involve extra cost, shall not be
made without approval.
I. Ample space shall be allowed for removal of all parts that may require replacement or service
in the future.
1.07 SUBMITTALS
A. General:
1. The contractor shall submit shop drawings as stated in Division 01 Sections pertaining
to submission of shop drawings, product data, samples, and as specified herein.
2. Refer to Division 01, Division 26 technical sections for additional requirements.
3. Any submittal not meeting all specified requirements will be returned without review.
B. Product Data: For sleeve seals.
C. Submittal Process:
1. Transmit to submittals in accordance with Division 01 Section "Submittals."
2. Each submission shall include a cover page identifying the project name, contact
information of contractor responsible and the associated specification number for the
product submitted.
3. All submissions shall be processed electronically using PDF format with maximum
10MB file size. For files larger than 10 MB, the Engineer can arrange for transmission
and reception of same if such arrangement have not been set up by the project
manager. Contact the Engineer if required.
D. Approval of shop drawings does not relieve the contractor of the responsibility for ordering
proper quantities and miscellaneous appurtenances required for operation and/or installation
of the respective material or equipment nor from the responsibility of complying with all
elements of the Contract Documents.
E. Provide specific information with each submittal as stated in the respective specification
sections.
F. The following General Information is required with each submittal as applicable.
1. Full manufacturer’s model name and number of each item.
2. Equipment performance, physical size by dimension, and construction data.
3. Finishes: Provide two (2) color samples for equipment requiring color/finish selection.
4. Location of connection points for external piping, ductwork, and electrical connections.
5. Rough-in/foundation and support point dimensions.
6. Complete wiring diagrams and connection identifications.
7. Contractor’s stamp, signature and date shall be affixed to submittal drawing indicating
his review and approval.
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G. Shop Drawings/Product Data: Shop drawings and product data to include the following
information in the indicated format:
1. Highlight product data to indicate product proposed for use and compliance to
Contract Documents.
2. With each product data submittal provide front index pages that include the following:
a. Engineer’s project title and number.
b. Contractor’s name, address and telephone number.
c. Column style listing of each product item included in the submittal with product
manufacturer name, catalog number, and description.
d. Space for Engineer’s review stamp. This space shall be a minimum of
3 inches by 5 inches in size.
H. Samples:
1. Submit samples of material and equipment when requested by the Engineer.
2. Samples will remain with the Engineer as long as the Engineer requires. All samples
will be returned to the Contractor.
I. Rough-In Drawings:
1. Submit rough-in drawings to the Engineer for approval before starting construction.
2. Rough-in Drawings:
a. Drawings must be drawn on a CAD system. Hand drawn or scanned copies
of drawings are not acceptable.
b. Drawings shall be of the same scale and sheet size as the Contract
Documents.
c. Drawings shall include the following:
(1) Architectural floor plans.
(2) All electrical switchgear, switchboard, panelboards, and transformer
locations.
(3) Feeder conduit and wire routing and sizes for switchgear,
switchboard, panelboards, transformers, and major equipment
including emergency generators and chillers.
(4) Power distribution system grounding.
(5) Pull box locations.
(6) Lighting fixture layouts.
(7) All electrical equipment and devices, and any special details.
(8) Changes to the electrical layout and Contract Documents, including
architectural floor plans, by project addenda, and by project
supplemental instructions, change orders, and field changes in force
at the time of the submittal of these drawings to the Engineer.
(9) Minimum text height of full scale printed drawing shall be 1/8 inch.
J. Closeout Submittals:
1. Operation and Maintenance Instructions and Data:
a. Submit two (2) hard copies and one (1) electronic copy on compact disk
complete sets of manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions, parts
list, and maintenance and repair data for all electrical equipment requiring
instructions, inspection, and/or periodic maintenance.
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b. Submit operation and maintenance instructions and data under provisions of
Division 01 and as indicated in all Sections of Division 26.
2. Project Record Documents:
a. Submit under provisions of Division 01 and as indicated in all Sections of
Division 26.
b. Revise all rough-in drawings to “As Built” status at the project completion.
Drawings are to include as a minimum:
(1) Complete set of electrical drawings including schedules and power
distribution diagrams.
(2) All changes to the electrical layout and Contract Documents, including
architectural floor plans, by addenda, supplemental instructions,
change orders, and field changes.
(3) Actual installed locations of all electrical equipment.
(4) Actual circuit numbers.
(5) All underground conduit locations.
c. Project record drawings format shall be as follows:
(1) Drawings must be drawn on a CAD system. Hand drawn or scanned
copies of drawings are not acceptable.
(2) Drawings must be submitted as electronic drawing files in AutoCAD
2007 or newer format on CD-ROM. Files that are not editable (DWF,
PDF, etc.) or in other formats (DXF, etc.) are not acceptable.
(3) Each project drawing shall be submitted as a separate drawing file.
Zipped files or files containing multiple drawings are not acceptable.
d. Provide the following in the title block area of each drawing:
(1) This Contractor’s stamp or information block that is to include, as a
minimum, the Contractor’s official business name, address and
telephone number.
(2) A label identifying the drawing as “Project Record Documents” and
the record drawing submission date.
e. Submit the “As-Built” drawings record documents as follows:
(1) Two complete sets of opaque reproductions.
3. Two copies of CD-ROM disk set each containing electronic files of the complete set of
the project “As-Built” drawings
1.08 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Install work using procedures defined in NECA Standards of Installation.
1.09 MATERIAL DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Deliver, store, protect, and handle products to site under provisions of Division 01.
B. Accept equipment. Inspect for damage.
C. Protect all materials from damage. Store all materials indoors at all times, unless other
storage arrangements are approved by the Engineer.
D. Keep materials stored in such manner so as not to interfere with the process of the work of
other Contractors or with the operation of existing facilities.
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1.10 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Perform all work to conform to or exceed the minimum requirements of the current edition of
NFPA 70, with State of Indiana amendments, IEEE C2, and all federal, state, local and
municipal codes and ordinances. Comply with the directions of all properly appointed
authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Installations shown on Contract Documents that exceed the minimum requirements of the
NFPA 70 or other regulations shall be installed as indicated.
C. Furnish products listed and classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) as suitable for
the purposes indicated.
1.11 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Perform all work to conform to or exceed the minimum requirements of codes/standards
referenced in Paragraph 1.03 References and all federal, state, local and municipal codes and
ordinances. Comply with the directions of all properly appointed authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Installations shown on Contract Documents that exceed the minimum requirements of the
referenced codes/standards or other regulations shall be installed as indicated.
C. Furnish products listed and classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) as suitable for
the purposes indicated.
D. Measurement Procedures:
1. Unless specific measurements are indicated in the Contract Documents, this
contractor is responsible for field verifying and coordinating all locations, placements
and adequate clearances for materials and equipment installed under work of this
contract.
2. Where specific measurements, offsets, etc. are indicated, contractor shall field verify
and coordinate these with existing conditions, work of other contractors and
construction.
1.12 UTILITY SERVICE APPLICATIONS
A. The Owner will submit all required applications to utility companies for the procuring of utility
services to the building.
1.13 PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
A. The Contractor shall obtain and furnish all necessary permits and inspection certificates for all
material and labor furnished by him.
B. Permits and certificates shall be obtained from the proper inspection authorities. The cost of
permits, certificates and all fees required in connection with the installation shall be borne by
the Contractor, unless otherwise noted in the detailed contractual description preceding these
Electrical Specifications.
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C. Inspections:
1. Obtain inspections during the Work as required to allow timely progress of electrical
work and the work of other trades.
2. Obtain certificates of final inspection approval from authorities having jurisdiction, and
submit to Engineer as a condition of acceptance of the Work.
1.14 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Coordinate the shut-off and disconnection of utility services with the Owner and the utility
company.
B. Notify the Engineer at least 5 days prior to commencing demolition operations.
C. Perform demolition in phases as indicated.
D. Arrange work to conform to schedule of construction established or required to comply with
Contract Documents.
1. Indicate scheduling, sequencing, movement, and positioning of large equipment into
the building during construction.
E. Confirm in writing to Engineer, within 30 days of signing of contract, anticipated number of
days required to perform tests and acceptance testing of electrical systems:
1. This phase must occur after completion of electrical systems, including all control
calibration and adjustment, and requires substantial completion of the building,
including closure, ceilings, lighting, partitioning, etc.
1.15 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate the work specified in this Division under the provisions of Division 01.
B. Coordinate arrangement, mounting, and support of electrical equipment:
1. To allow maximum possible headroom unless specific mounting heights that reduce
headroom are indicated.
2. To provide for ease of disconnecting the equipment with minimum interference to
other installations.
3. To allow right of way for piping and conduit installed at required slope.
4. So connecting raceways, cables, wireways, cable trays, and busways will be clear of
obstructions and of the working and access space of other equipment.
C. Coordinate installation of required supporting devices and set sleeves in cast-in-place
concrete, masonry walls, and other structural components as they are constructed.
D. Coordinate location of access panels and doors for electrical items that are behind finished
surfaces or otherwise concealed. Access doors and panels are specified in Division 08
Section "Access Doors and Frames."
E. Coordinate sleeve selection and application with selection and application of firestopping
specified in Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping".
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F. Before installing any work, check the drawings for exact dimensions and see that the electrical
work does not interfere with clearance required for beams, foundations, finished columns,
pilasters, partitions, piping, ductwork, etc. After work is installed and it develops that
interferences occur, which have not been called to the Architect's, Engineer’s or Construction
Manager's attention before the installation, make such changes to the electrical work, at the
expense of this Contractor, as requested by the Architect or Engineer.
G. The location and arrangement of the various parts of the installation are indicated on the
Contract Documents. Install all parts as approximately shown. Make all changes necessary
to pass immovable obstructions without additional cost to the Owner. However, do not
decrease sizes or quantities, or make radical changes in any part of the installation without the
written consent of the Engineer.
H. Check the exact location of switches, outlets, panels, cabinets, etc. Where said equipment
may become inaccessible if installed where indicated, relocate said equipment as requested
by the Engineer, at no additional cost to the Owner.
I. For equipment requiring connections by other contractors, provide Engineer approved
submittals to the appropriate Contractors. Approval submittals are to depict the required
connections.
1.16 WARRANTY
A. Provide warranty under provisions of Divisions 0 and 1.
B. Honor component warranties for the term established by the Manufacturer, if greater than the
warranty period indicated in Divisions 0 and 1.
C. If the work of this Contract causes equipment manufacturers' warranties to become void, this
Contractor shall assume responsibility for all manufacturers' warranties and all materials and
labor to remove, replace, and reconnect this equipment for the term established by the
manufacturer's warranties.
1.17 SYSTEM STARTUP
A. Contractor is responsible for startup of all systems under this covered under this Contract.
1. Refer to specific sections for additional requirements.
1.18 OWNER’S INSTRUCTION
A. At the time that any electrical system included under this contract is released for operation to
the Owner, provide a competent instructor to advise the maintenance and/or operating
personnel as to the proper maintenance and operation of all components of the system.
B. Owner instruction shall not occur until electrical system component has been completely
reviewed, programmed and identified issues resolved. Owner instruction on incomplete or
less than fully functional systems is not acceptable and will have to be repeated once issues
are resolved.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 MANUFACTURERS
A. Substitution of Equal Products - Prior To Bid:
1. No substitutions will be considered, except in accordance with the following:
a. Contractor shall submit, in writing, request for approval of equal products a
minimum of ten (10) working days prior to Bid, or as otherwise indicated under
Division 01.
b. Request shall include:
(1) Product for which substitution is being requested.
(2) Manufacturer’s product data sheets.
(3) Fabrication and detail drawings.
(4) Other supporting material substantiating equality of proposed product.
(5) Impact of proposed product on construction time and other
Contractors.
c. Engineer shall be the sole judge of acceptability of equality of proposed
product, and Engineer’s decision shall be final.
B. Substitution Post-Bid:
1. Requests for substitutions after award of contract shall be considered only in case of
product unavailability. Product unavailability shall be verified in writing by
manufacturer.
2. Submit separate request for each substitution in the event of non-availability of item.
3. Substantiate compliance of proposed substitution with requirements stated in Contract
documents.
4. Indicate changes in construction schedule.
5. Indicate any effect of substitution on other Work in this and other Divisions, and any
other related contracts, and changes required in other work or products.
6. Contractor shall be responsible for any extra cost for all changes resulting from
proposed substitutions which affect work of other Sections or Divisions, or related
contracts.
7. Substitutions will not be considered for acceptance when acceptance will require
revision of Contract Documents, unless Contractor bears cost of redesign. Where any
redesign of electrical, mechanical or other work is required due to substitution,
arrangement or equipment layout other than herein specified or shown:
a. Arrange for required redesign by Engineer.
b. Pay all costs for such redesign.
c. Contractor shall perform such redesign.
d. Produce detailed plans at no extra cost to Owner.
e. All subject to Engineer’s approval.
8. Engineer will have sole discretion to determine acceptability of proposed substitutions
and reserves the right to reject any such substitution. Substitute products shall not be
ordered or installed without prior written approval/acceptance by Engineer.
9. Approval of substitutions shall not relieve Contractor from full compliance with
requirements of Contract documents.
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2.02 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
A. Quality:
1. Materials and products listed in the Contract Documents establish the standard of
quality required.
B. Furnish products listed and classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. as suitable for
purposes specified and shown.
C. All materials shall be new, complete with manufacturer's guarantee or warranty and shall be
approved by UL if a standard has been established by that agency for the type of material.
D. All materials of the same type or class shall be the product of one manufacturer. For example,
all panelboards shall be from the same manufacturer, all lighting switches from the same
manufacturer, etc.
E. Materials shall also comply with all applicable standards of the National Electrical
Manufacturer's Association, Insulated Power Cable Engineers Association, National Electrical
Safety Code, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Edison Electrical Institute,
American Insurance Association, National Board of Fire Underwriters, National Fire Protection
Association, National Safety Council, National Bureau of Standards, the National Electrical
Code and the Williams-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of l970. Such standards
are hereby made a part of these specifications.
2.03 SLEEVE SEALS
A. Description: Modular sealing device, designed for field assembly, to fill annular space
between sleeve and raceway or cable.
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of
the following:
a. Advance Products & Systems, Inc.
b. Calpico, Inc.
c. Metraflex Co.
d. Pipeline Seal and Insulator, Inc.
e. Thunderline/Link Seal
2. Sealing Device: Closures shall be of the modular, mechanical type, consisting of
interlocking synthetic rubber links shaped to continuously fill the annular space
between the pipe and wall opening. The seal shall be constructed so as to provide
electrical insulation between the pipe and wall, thus reducing cathodic reaction
between these two members. Seals shall be Type S316 with 316 stainless steel nuts,
bolts and washers and non-metallic pressure plates.
3. Application Chart:
a. 3/4” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-315-S316- 4 links, or equal.
b. 1” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-300-S316-4 links, or equal.
c. 1 1/4” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-275-S316-7 links, or equal.
d. 1 1/2” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-300-S316-5 links, or equal.
e. 2” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-300-S316-6 links, or equal.
f. 2 1/2” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-200-S316-9 links, or equal.
g. 3” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-315-S316-9 links, or equal.
h. 3 1/2” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link Seal LS-340-S316-10 links, or equal.
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i. 4” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-300-S316-10 links, or equal.
j. 5” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-360-S316-10 links, or equal.
k. 6” conduit – Pipeline Seal Inc Link-Seal LS-475-S316-10 links, or equal.
2.04 GROUT
A. Nonmetallic, Shrinkage-Resistant Grout: ASTM C 1107, factory-packaged, nonmetallic
aggregate grout, noncorrosive, nonstaining, mixed with water to consistency suitable for
application and a 30-minute working time.
2.05 TOUCHUP PAINT
A. For equipment: Equipment manufacturer’s paint selected to match installed equipment finish.
B. Galvanized Surfaces: Zinc-rich paint recommended by item manufacturer.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
A. Work shall be performed by individuals skilled in work of specific trade involved.
3.02 EXAMINATION
A. Contractor shall verify existing and site conditions prior to commencing any work.
1. Contractor shall immediately bring to the attention of the Engineer any discrepancies
found between the Contact Documents and site conditions.
2. Contractor shall be responsible for verifying all dimensions and installation
requirements for materials and equipment to be provided.
B. Work indicated in the Contract Documents is to provide the intent of the work required.
1. Unless specifically dimensioned or otherwise noted, equipment locations and
connection points are approximate and are to be verified by contractor as part of the
work of the contract.
2. Contractor shall be responsible for verifying all dimensions and installation
requirements for materials and equipment provided.
3.03 PREPARATION
A. Contractor is responsible for protection of existing and new construction during work under his
Contract.
3.04 GENERAL
A. Perform all work in accordance with industry standards of practice and workmanship as
described in ANSI/NECA 1-2006 – Good Workmanship in Electrical Contracting.
B. All work shall present a neat mechanical appearance when completed.
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C. All methods and techniques of installation shall be subject to the approval of the architect.
D. Paint all surface mounted or otherwise exposed conduit, raceways, boxes, and electrical
equipment occurring in finished areas to match the surfaces on which they are installed, under
provisions of Division 09.
E. Measure indicated mounting heights to bottom of unit for suspended items and to top of unit
for wall-mounting items.
F. Headroom Maintenance: If mounting heights or other location criteria are not indicated,
arrange and install components and equipment to provide maximum possible headroom
consistent with these requirements.
G. Equipment: Install to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or replacement of components
of both electrical equipment and other nearby installations. Connect in such a way as to
facilitate future disconnecting with minimum interference with other items in the vicinity.
H. No energized conductors shall be exposed at any time except when immediate area is under
the direct supervision of a qualified electrician.
I. Only UL approved tools shall be used at the project.
J. All equipment labeling and system programming shall utilize and display the Owner's room
numbers. Do not use the Architect’s room numbers.
K. Right of Way: Give to piping systems installed at a required slope.
3.05 ACCESSIBILITY
A. Locate all equipment which must be serviced, operated or maintained in fully accessible
positions. Minor deviations from the Drawings may be made to allow for better accessibility,
but changes of magnitude or which involve extra cost shall not be made without the approval
of the Engineer.
B. Allow ample space for removal of all parts that may require replacement or service in the
future.
3.06 TEMPORARY UTILITIES
A. Provide temporary electricity and lighting under provisions of Division 01.
3.07 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL
A. Provide all excavation and backfill necessary in the construction of this particular part of the
work as included in these specifications. Provide all sheeting and bracing using proper
materials which may, in the opinion of the Architect/Construction Manager be necessary for
the protection of foundations and walls of the building.
B. Remove all surplus earth from the premises or disposed of on the premises as requested by
the Architect/Construction Manager and Owner.
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C. Backfill all trenches in layers not exceeding 12 inches thick. Provide fill that is thoroughly wet,
tamped and mounded to allow for settlement.
D. All backfill installed by this Contractor below floor slabs and below paved areas shall be as
specified in Division 31.
E. At his option, this Contractor may install conduit, etc., in advance of earth fills by the General
Contractor. Install such conduit with backfill material adjacent to the conduit and with the
compaction requirements as specified under Division 31.
3.08 HOUSEKEEPING PADS
A. It is the responsibility of this Contractor to coordinate installation of properly sized
housekeeping pads for setting of floor mounted equipment.
1. Pads are to be structurally suitable for both the dead and live loads of the equipment
with a minimum of a five (5) times safety factor for each
2. Pads are to be raised up a minimum of 4” above adjacent floor surfaces
3. Edge of pads to extend a minimum of 4” beyond outside edge of equipment enclosure.
Edges to be chamfered with minimum 3/4" chamfer.
4. Where pads are butted up to existing pads, or are extensions of existing pads,
doweling is to be provided to connect pads together to form a single structural entity.
5. This Contractor is responsible for work associated with the housekeeping pads, and is
to perform all work in accordance with industry standards of practice and workmanship
as described in ANSI/NECA 1-2006 – Good Workmanship in Electrical Contracting
and in accordance with Division 30 requirements.
6. Coordinate installation pads in sequence as requested by the Architect
3.09 RESPONSIBILITY
A. This Contractor's responsibility shall not end with the installation and/or connection of the
various apparatus. Provide electricians to properly adjust the various electrical devices, make
the required tests, etc., until such time as the entire electrical installation functions properly in
every detail.
B. No energized conductors shall be exposed at any time except when the immediate area is
under the direct supervision of a qualified electrician. Only UL approved tools, shall be used at
the project.
3.10 LABELING AND PROGRAMMING
A. All equipment labeling and system programming shall utilize and display the Owner's room
numbers. Do not use the Architect’s room numbers.
3.11 REPAIR/RESTORATION
A. Contractor is responsible for any and all repairs of existing and new construction caused by
work of this Contract.
B. Contractor is responsible for repair of any and all of the materials installed under this Contract
that are faulty or damaged.
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3.12 REFINISHING AND TOUCHUP PAINTING
A. Clean damaged and disturbed areas and apply primer, intermediate, and finish coats to suit
the degree of damage at each location.
B. Follow paint manufacturer's written instructions for surface preparation and for timing and
application of successive coats.
C. Repair damage to galvanized finishes with zinc-rich paint recommended by manufacturer.
D. Repair damage to PVC or paint finishes with matching touchup coating recommended by
manufacturer.
3.13 REINSTALLATION
A. Contractor shall re-install any and all work performed under this Contract which does not meet
the requirements of the Contract Documents.
1. Such re-installation shall be done at the Contractor’s expense.
2. Such work shall be done on a schedule submitted to and approved by the Engineer.
3.14 SLEEVE INSTALLATION FOR ELECTRICAL PENETRATIONS
A. Electrical penetrations occur when raceways or cables penetrate concrete slabs, concrete or
masonry walls, or fire-rated floor and wall assemblies.
B. Concrete Slabs and Walls: Install sleeves for penetrations unless core-drilled holes or formed
openings are used. Install sleeves during erection of slabs and walls.
C. Use pipe sleeves unless penetration arrangement requires rectangular sleeved opening.
D. Fire-Rated Assemblies: Install sleeves for penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies
unless openings compatible with firestop system used are fabricated during construction of
floor or wall.
E. Cut sleeves to length for mounting flush with both surfaces of walls.
F. Extend sleeves installed in floors 2 inches above finished floor level.
G. Size pipe sleeves per Specifications to provide annular clear space for link seals.
H. Seal space outside of sleeves with grout for penetrations of concrete and masonry
1. Promptly pack grout solidly between sleeve and wall so no voids remain. Tool
exposed surfaces smooth; protect grout while curing.
I. Interior Penetrations of Non-Fire-Rated Walls and Floors: Seal annular space between sleeve
and raceway or cable, using joint sealant appropriate for size, depth, and location of joint.
Comply with requirements in Division 07 Section "Joint Sealants.".
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J. Fire-Rated-Assembly Penetrations: Maintain indicated fire rating of walls, partitions, ceilings,
and floors at raceway and cable penetrations. Install sleeves and seal raceway and cable
penetration sleeves with firestop materials. Comply with requirements in Division 07 Section
"Penetration Firestopping."
K. Roof-Penetration Sleeves: Seal penetration of individual raceways and cables with flexible
boot-type flashing units applied in coordination with roofing work.
L. Aboveground, Exterior-Wall Penetrations: Seal penetrations using steel pipe sleeves and
mechanical sleeve seals. Select sleeve size to allow for installation of sleeve seals.
3.15 SLEEVE-SEAL INSTALLATION
A. Install to seal exterior wall penetrations.
B. Use type and number of sealing elements recommended by manufacturer for raceway or
cable material and size. Position raceway or cable in center of sleeve. Assemble mechanical
sleeve seals and install in annular space between raceway or cable and sleeve. Tighten bolts
against pressure plates that cause sealing elements to expand and make watertight seal.
3.16 FIRESTOPPING
A. Apply firestopping to penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies for electrical
installations to restore original fire-resistance rating of assembly. Firestopping materials and
installation requirements are specified in Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping."
3.17 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Contractor is responsible for site inspections, adjustments, starting and documentation of
materials and equipment as indicated in the Contract Documents.
B. Where specifically indicated, Contractor shall arrange, and pay for, the Manufacturer’s Field
Services to start-up, inspect, or otherwise verify installation and operation of specific
equipment.
3.18 CLEANING
A. Contractor is responsible for clean-up as indicated under requirements of Division 1.
3.19 DEMONSTRATION
A. Contractor is responsible for coordinating demonstrations and training sessions.
1. Sessions shall be of the type and minimum length as indicated under specific sections.
2. Demonstration and training sessions shall be scheduled at the Owner’s convenience
and coordinated with the Engineer.
3. Demonstration and training sessions shall occur at time of first beneficial use of such
equipment and systems, unless specifically requested otherwise by Engineer.
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