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Section 260553
Identification for Electrical Systems
PART 1 � GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes the following:
1. Electrical equipment identification systems.
2. Identification for raceway and metal�clad cable.
3. Identification for conductors and communication and control cable.
4. Warning labels and signs.
5. Instruction signs.
6. Miscellaneous identification products.
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. Section 26 05 00 � Basic Electrical Requirements.
C. Section 26 05 19 – Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables.
D. Section 26 05 34 – Boxes.
E. Section 26 09 29 – Lighting contactors.
F. Section 26 27 26 – Wiring Devices.
G. Section 26 24 16 – Panelboards.
H. Section 26 29 13 � Disconnect and Safety Switches.
I. Section 26 29 14 – Contactors.
J. Section 26 29 15 � Motor Starters.
K. Section 26 51 00 � Lighting Fixtures and Accessories.
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1.03 REFERENCES
A. Review the Drawings and all sections of the Specifications for equipment furnished by
other Contractors and the Owner throughout the entire project.
B. See references noted in Specification Section 26 05 00, Paragraph 1.03.
C. ANSI/NECA 1�2006 – Good Workmanship in Electrical Contracting.
1.04 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Provide identification labels on all new electrical equipment.
B. Product Data: For each electrical identification product indicated
C. Labels shall be as specified in this Section unless otherwise indicated.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings and product data under Division 01 and Section 26 05 00.
B. Product Data: For each electrical identification product indicated.
1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Comply with ANSI A13.1 and ANSI C2.
B. Comply with NFPA 70
1.07 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Deliver, store and handle materials in accordance with Division 01 and Section 26 05 00.
1.08 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Sequence and schedule work in accordance with Division 01 and Section 26 05 00.
1.09 WARRANTY
A. Warranty in accordance with requirements of Division 01 and Section 26 05 00.
PART 2 � PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
A. Engraved Wall Plates: Utilize engraving on wall plates where lettering is indicated for
wiring devices, such as light switches and receptacles.
B. Engraved Plates for Equipment: Where engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plates are
indicated the plates shall be as follows:
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1. Three�layer type, 3/16�inch minimum thickness, machine engraved laminated
plastic (lamicoid).
2. Lettering on plates shall be in all caps. Where lettering or text size is not otherwise
indicated it shall be a minimum 1/2�inch letters.
3. Text shall be white lettering on black background unless otherwise indicated.
C. Heat Transfer, Self�Adhesive Labels:
1. This type of label shall be provided only where specifically indicated.
2. Such labels shall be white�on�black, self�adhesive “Brother” type labels unless
otherwise indicated.
D. Self�Adhesive Vinyl Labels: Preprinted, flexible label laminated with a clear, weather� and
chemical�resistant coating and matching wraparound adhesive tape for securing ends of
legend label.
2.02 CONDUCTOR AND COMMUNICATION AND CONTROL�CABLE IDENTIFICATION MATERIALS
A. Color�Coding Conductor Tape: Colored, self�adhesive vinyl tape not less than 3 mils thick
by 1 to 2 inches wide.
B. Marker Tapes: Vinyl or vinyl�cloth, self�adhesive wraparound type, with circuit
identification legend machine printed by thermal transfer or equivalent process.
2.03 WARNING LABELS AND SIGNS
A. Comply with NFPA 70 and 29 CFR 1910.145.
B. Self�Adhesive Warning Labels: Factory printed, multicolor, pressure�sensitive adhesive
labels, configured for display on front cover, door, or other access to equipment, unless
otherwise indicated.
C. Warning label and sign shall include, but are not limited to, the following legends:
1. Multiple Power Source Warning: "DANGER � ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
� EQUIPMENT HAS MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES."
2. Workspace Clearance Warning: "WARNING � OSHA REGULATION � AREA
IN FRONT OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MUST BE KEPT CLEAR FOR 36
INCHES."
2.04 EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION LABELS
A. Self�Adhesive, Engraved, Laminated Acrylic or Melamine Label: Adhesive backed, with
white letters on a dark�gray background. Minimum letter height shall be 3/8 inch
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2.05 MISCELLANEOUS IDENTIFICATION PRODUCTS
A. Cable Ties: Fungus�inert, self�extinguishing, 1�piece, self�locking, Type 6/6 nylon cable
ties:
1. Minimum Width: 3/16 inch.
2. Tensile Strength: 50 lb, minimum.
3. Temperature Range: Minus 40 to plus 185 deg F.
4. Color: Black, except where used for color�coding
B. Paint: Paint materials and application requirements are specified in Division 09 painting
Sections:
1. Exterior Ferrous Metal:
a. Semigloss Alkyd�Enamel Finish: <One> <Two> <Insert number> finish
coat(s) over a primer.
1) Primer: Exterior ferrous�metal primer.
2) Finish Coats: Exterior semi�gloss alkyd enamel.
2. Exterior Zinc�Coated Metal (except Raceways):
a. Semi�gloss Alkyd�Enamel Finish: Two finish coat(s) over a primer.
1) Primer: Exterior zinc�coated metal primer.
2) Finish Coats: Exterior semi�gloss alkyd enamel.
3. Interior Concrete and Masonry (Other Than Concrete Unit Masonry):
a. Semi�gloss Alkyd�Enamel Finish: Two finish coat(s) over a primer.
1) Primer: Interior concrete and masonry primer.
2) Finish Coats: Interior semi�gloss alkyd enamel.
4. Interior Concrete Unit Masonry::
a. Semi�gloss Acrylic�Enamel Finish: Two finish coat(s) over a block filler.
1) Block Filler: Concrete unit masonry block filler.
2) Finish Coats: Interior semi�gloss acrylic enamel.
5. Interior Concrete and Masonry (Other Than Concrete Unit Masonry):
a. Semi�gloss Acrylic�Enamel Finish: Two finish coat(s) over a primer.
1) Primer: Interior gypsum board primer.
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2) Finish Coats: Interior semi�gloss acrylic enamel.
6. Interior Ferrous Metal:
a. Semi�gloss Acrylic�Enamel Finish: Two finish coat(s) over a primer.
1) Primer: Interior ferrous�metal primer.
2) Finish Coats: Interior semi�gloss acrylic enamel.
7. Interior Zinc�Coated Metal (except Raceways):
a. Semi�gloss Acrylic�Enamel Finish: Two finish coat(s) over a primer.
1) Primer: Interior zinc�coated metal primer.
2) Finish Coats: Interior semi�gloss acrylic enamel.
PART 3 � EXECUTION
3.01 PREPARATION
A. Ensure surface is clean and dry before installing labels. Remove all oils, greases and loose
surface finishes prior to installation of identification tags and labels.
3.02 APPLICATION
A. Accessible Raceways and Metal�Clad Cables, 600 V or Less, for Service, Feeder, and
Branch Circuits More Than 30 A Identify with orange self�adhesive vinyl label.
B. Accessible Raceways and Cables of Auxiliary Systems: Identify the following systems
with color�coded, self�adhesive vinyl tape applied in bands, paint:
1. Fire Alarm System: Red.
2. Telecommunication System: Green and yellow.
3. Control Wiring: Green and red.
C. Power�Circuit Conductor Identification: For conductors No. 1/0 AWG and larger in
vaults, pull and junction boxes, manholes, and handholes use color�coding conductor tape
AND metal tags. Identify source and circuit number of each set of conductors. For single
conductor cables, identify phase in addition to the above.
D. Branch�Circuit Conductor Identification: Where there are conductors for more than three
branch circuits in same junction or pull box, use marker tape. Identify each ungrounded
conductor according to source and circuit number.
E. Accessible Raceways and Cables of Auxiliary Systems: Identify the following systems
with color�coded, self�adhesive vinyl tape applied in bands Auxiliary Electrical Systems
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Conductor Identification: Identify field�installed alarm, control, signal, sound,
intercommunications, voice, and data connections:
1. Identify conductors, cables, and terminals in enclosures and at junctions, terminals,
and pull points. Identify by system and circuit designation.
2. Use system of marker tape designations that is uniform and consistent with system
used by manufacturer for factory�installed connections.
3. Coordinate identification with Project Drawings, manufacturer's wiring diagrams,
and Operation and Maintenance Manual.
F. Warning Labels for Indoor Cabinets, Boxes, and Enclosures for Power and Lighting:
Comply with 29 CFR 1910.145 and apply self�adhesive warning label. Identify system
voltage with black letters on an orange background. Apply to exterior of door, cover, or
other access:
1. Equipment Requiring Workspace Clearance According to NFPA 70: Unless
otherwise indicated, apply to door or cover of equipment but not on flush
panelboards and similar equipment in finished spaces.
G. Equipment Identification Labels: On each unit of equipment, install unique designation
label that is consistent with wiring diagrams, schedules, and Operation and Maintenance
Manual. Apply labels to disconnect switches and protection equipment, central or master
units, control panels, control stations, terminal cabinets, and racks of each system. Systems
include power, lighting, control, communication, signal, monitoring, and alarm systems
unless equipment is provided with its own identification:
1. Labeling Instructions:
a. Indoor Equipment: Self�adhesive, engraved, laminated acrylic or
melamine label or Engraved, laminated acrylic or melamine label. Unless
otherwise indicated, provide a single line of text with 3/4�inch� high letters
on 2�inch�high label; where 2 lines of text are required, use labels 3 inches
high.
b. Outdoor Equipment: Engraved, laminated acrylic or melamine label.
c. Elevated Components: Increase sizes of labels and letters to those
appropriate for viewing from the floor.
2. Equipment to Be Labeled:
a. Panelboards, electrical cabinets, and enclosures.
b. Access doors and panels for concealed electrical items.
c. Disconnect switches.
d. Enclosed circuit breakers.
e. Motor starters.
f. Contactors.
g. Remote�controlled switches, dimmer modules, and control devices.
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3.03 INSTALLATION
A. Arc Flash Warning Labels:
1. Apply warning labels to electrical equipment and devices as required under Article
110.16 of NFPA 70, 2008 Edition (NEC).
2. Install labels in conspicuous place on front cover of equipment.
C. Wires and Cables – 600 Volts and Less:
1. Identify, label and color code feeders and branch circuit conductors as indicated in
Section 26 05 19.
2. Where the premises wiring system has feeders supplied from more than one
nominal voltage system, provide and post a permanent legend or directory at each
feeder supply point indicating the identification method utilized in accordance with
NFPA 70, 2008 Edition (NEC).
E. Wiring Devices
1. Flush Mounted Devices: For all new light switches and receptacles that use a flush
type wall plate, identify the panel circuit number of the device on the back side of
the device cover plate in legible handwriting using permanent marker.
2. Surface Mounted in Unfinished Spaces: Where device outlet boxes are surface
mounted and 4” and/or 4�11�16” square box covers with wiring device openings
are utilized, identify the panel circuit number of the device on the front side of the
device covers in legible handwriting using permanent marker.
F. Junction Boxes: Identify panel and circuit numbers on all new or rewired junction boxes in
legible handwriting using permanent.
G. Time Clocks:
1. Provide engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plate on the front faces of the
equipment enclosures with electrical device number, name and number of devices
controlled, and circuit numbers, e.g. “R�1, Building Security Lights, Circuit 1L2�
21.
H. Panelboards:
1. Panel Designation:
a. Provide engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plate on the front cover of
panelboards near the top with panelboard designation and panel feeder
information, e.g. “Panel 1H1, Feeder: MDP�1”.
2. Circuit Identification::
a. For panelboards with circuit directory card holders within front doors,
provide typewritten circuit directories as specified in Section 26 24 16
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b. For panelboards without circuit directory card holders within front doors,
provide the following additional field�installed identification labeling:
1) Main Units:
a) Provide engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plate on the front covers
or doors of the main units with the text “MAIN”.
b) The text on the plate shall be read “MAIN”.
c) Where switch is a service disconnect, the plate shall consist of white
lettering with RED background. All other labels shall be white lettering
with black background.
d) When there multiple main service disconnects for a building and the
mains are not co�located, provide a plate on each disconnect with the
quantity and locations of all other main service disconnects.
2) Branch Units:
a) Provide engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plate with the name of
the device or load fed by the branch unit, e.g. “Panel 1L1”.
b) Provide an engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plate on the front
covers or doors of the branch units.with individual circuit number for
each unit matching that indicated on the Drawings.
I. Disconnect and Safety Switches:
1. Provide engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plate on the front faces of the
equipment enclosures with the electrical device number, name and number of
device controlled and circuit number, e.g. “MSA�1, Air Handling Unit A�1, Circuit
1H1�24”.
J. Contactors:
1. Provide engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plate on the front faces of the
equipment enclosures for each device with the electrical device number, name and
number of device controlled and circuit number, e.g. “CONTACTOR CA�1,
Exhaust Fan EF�A1, Circuit 1L1�12”.
K. Manual Motor Starters:
1. Provide self�adhesive type engraved, laminated plastic (lamicoid) plate or heat
transfer labels on the front faces of the equipment enclosures with name and
number of device controlled and circuit number, e.g. “Roof Exhaust Fan 1, Circuit
1L2�21”.
L. Verify identity of each item before installing identification products.
M. Location: Install identification materials and devices at locations for most convenient
viewing without interference with operation and maintenance of equipment.
N. Self�Adhesive Identification Products: Clean surfaces before application, using materials
and methods recommended by manufacturer of identification device.
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O. Attach non�adhesive signs and plastic labels with screws and auxiliary hardware
appropriate to the location and substrate.
P. System Identification Color Banding for Raceways and Cables: Each color band shall
completely encircle cable or conduit. Place adjacent bands of two�color markings in
contact, side by side. Locate bands at changes in direction, at penetrations of walls and
floors, at 50�foot maximum intervals in straight runs, and at 25�foot maximum intervals in
congested areas.
Q. Color�Coding for Phase and Voltage Level Identification, 600 V and Less: Use the colors
listed below for ungrounded service, feeder, and branch�circuit conductors.
1. Color shall be factory applied or, for sizes larger than No. 10 AWG if authorities
having jurisdiction permit, field applied.
2. Colors for 208/120�V Circuits:
a. Phase A: Black.
b. Phase B: Red.
c. Phase C: Blue.
d. Neutral: White.
3. Field�Applied, Color�Coding Conductor Tape: Apply in half�lapped turns for a
minimum distance of 6 inches from terminal points and in boxes where splices or
taps are made. Apply last two turns of tape with no tension to prevent possible
unwinding. Locate bands to avoid obscuring factory cable markings.
R. Painted Identification: Prepare surface and apply paint according to Division 09 painting
Sections.
END OF SECTION 260553