3-22-038 LCMB Bid Specs - Volume III.pdf

250 Harrisburg Ave

Lancaster, PA 17603

LEBANON COUNTY MUNICIPAL BUILDING

– PHASE II RENOVATIONS

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

VOLUME III: DIVISIONS 22 - 28

FOR

COUNTY OF LEBANON

400 SOUTH 8TH STREET

LEBANON, PA 17042

Project No. 22-038

July 7, 2026

Lebanon County Municipal Building – Phase II Renovations

County of Lebanon B+H 22-038

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VOLUME III

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

220010 PLUMBING GENERAL PROVISIONS

220100 PLUMBING GENERAL EQUIPMENT

220250 PLUMBING INSULATION

220410 PLUMBING PIPING & SPECIALTIES

220440 PLUMBING FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING

230010 MECHANICAL GENERAL PROVISIONS

230100 MECHANICAL GENERAL EQUIPMENT

230250 INSULATION

230510 HVAC PIPING & SPECIALTIES

230800 HVAC SYSTEMS COMMISSIONING

230835 HVAC EQUIPMENT

230860 VENTILATION EQUIPMENT

230890 DUCTWORK SYSTEMS

230990 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

260010 ELECTRICAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

260060 ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION

260180 EQUIPMENT WIRING SYSTEMS

260519 ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

260526 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

260530 TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROUGH-IN

260533 RACEWAYS AND BOXES

260536 WIRE ROD TYPE CABLE TRAYS

260544 SLEEVES & SLEEVE SEALS FOR ELECTRICAL RACEWAYS & CABLING

260553 IDENTIFICATION

260536 WIRE ROD TYPE CABLE TRAYS

260620 SCHEDULES FOR ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT

260650 LUMINAIRE SCHEDULE

260800 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS COMMISSIONING

260940 DISTRIBUTED DIGITAL LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM

262415 EXISTING PANELBOARDS

262416 PANELBOARDS

262726 WIRING DEVICES

262730 FLOOR BOXES & POKE-THRU’S

262813 FUSES

262816 ENCLOSED SWITCHES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS

265100 INTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

270500 COMMON WORK REQUIRED FOR COMMUNICATIONS

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY & SECURITY

280500 COMMON WORK REQUIRED FOR ELECTRONIC SAFETY & SECURITY

283110 EXPANSION OF THE EXISTING FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

Lebanon County Municipal Building – Phase II Renovations

County of Lebanon B+H 22-038

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Lebanon County Municipal Building – Phase 2 Renovations B+H 22-038

Lebanon County

PLUMBING GENERAL PROVISIONS 220010-1

SECTION 220010 - PLUMBING GENERAL PROVISIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. The requirements of the general conditions, the supplementary general conditions, and the applicable portions of Division 01 shall apply to this section of the specifications.

1.2 SCOPE

A. Provide and install complete and operating plumbing systems in accordance with these specifications and accompanying contract drawings. This shall include all required labor, materials, equipment, and supervision.

B. The work shall include but is not limited to the following systems, equipment, materials, and labor for a complete system including the following:

1. Plumbing Fixtures and Equipment

2. Sanitary, Waste, Vent, and Domestic Water Piping Systems

3. Condensate Drainage System

1.3 DEFINITION OF WORK RESPONSIBILITY

A. All electrical control components including starters required for operation of plumbing equipment whether integral or remote shall be furnished and installed under this Contract. Control wiring, conduits and accessories for control devices shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor who provides the plumbing equipment.

B. Power wiring from panelboard or similar source through all equipment disconnects to motors or heating equipment shall be furnished and installed by the Electrical Contractor.

C. Equipment disconnect switches, unless otherwise specified or supplied by the equipment supplier as an integral part of the equipment shall be furnished and installed by the Electrical Contractor.

D. All electrical equipment, components, and wiring furnished and installed under this portion of the specifications shall conform to all requirements of the applicable portions of the electrical specifications.

E. All structural work needed for support of plumbing equipment or components shall be supplied by this contractor unless noted otherwise.

F. All concrete pads necessary for the support of plumbing equipment or components shall be supplied by the contractor who provides the plumbing equipment unless noted otherwise.

G. All access panels in finished walls or ceilings shall be supplied by this contractor for installation by the General Contractor.

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H. If any changes are required in the installation of mechanical and electrical services to any equipment accepted as substitutes to the Basis of Design, the Plumbing Contractor shall be responsible for any additional costs incurred or coordination required.

1.4 RULES AND REGULATIONS

A. All work shall be performed in accordance with the current adopted rules and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction of the local plumbing codes, the utilities having jurisdiction, 2018

International Plumbing Code, 2018 International Building Code, 2018 International Mechanical

Code, NFPA Code, PA Uniform Plumbing Code, 2018 International Fire Code, and 2018

International Gas Code.

B. All work shall be performed in accordance with the rules and regulations of Pennsylvania

Department of Labor and Industry, Federal Department of Labor (Occupational Safety and Health

Administration), and all codes and agencies having jurisdiction.

C. All construction, design fabrication, tests, rating, and installation shall comply with the rules and regulations of all local, state, or national codes and agencies having jurisdiction over this project.

Any costs involved in complying with these rules and regulations shall be included in original bid of this Contractor.

D. This Contractor shall obtain and pay for all construction and installation permits, certificates, and inspection fees relative to his work. He shall also prepare all specific plans as required by proper authorities before acceptance of the work. Costs incurred in the preparation of such plans shall be included in the Contractor’s original bid.

1.5 DRAWINGS

A. The accompanying drawings are a part of these specifications and are intended to show approximate and relative locations of services and equipment. They shall not be scaled to determine exact positions, locations, and clearances.

B. Due to the diagrammatic layout and small scale of the drawings, certain piping rises, drops, offsets, valves, and related specialties are not shown. The Contractor shall provide all piping, fittings, valves, and specialties required to insure a complete installation without additional cost to the Owner.

C. All drawings and specifications pertaining to general construction, plumbing, HVAC, sprinkler, electrical and other work shall be carefully examined. Where physical interferences with his work occur because of his failure to consult other trades, this Contractor shall rearrange his work at his own expense.

1.6 SUBMISSION OF SHOP DRAWINGS, EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIALS

A. The Contractor shall submit, with a letter of transmittal to the Architect, the quantity of sets of shop drawings specified in Division 1 containing all capacities, performances, features, options, accessories and technical data of all materials and equipment listed herein. All submittals shall be made within 45 days after awarding of the contract.

B. Refer to Division 1 Specifications.

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C. All rejected, not approved, or revise and resubmit submittals shall be corrected as directed by the

Architect and resubmitted in ten (10) sets until approved within (10) days after the original submittal was disapproved. No work involving any materials or equipment covered by shop drawings shall be started until the respective shop drawings are approved.

D. None of the items listed under Section 1.2 shall be installed until final approval has been given by the Architect.

E. Identify Project, Contractor, Subcontractor, or supplier pertinent drawing and detail number and specification section number, as appropriate on shop drawings.

F. On shop drawings, apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of Products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction work, and coordination of information is in accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contractor Documents.

G. On shop drawings, provide space for Contractor and Architect/Engineer review stamps.

H. Contractors shall include with each submittal/shop drawing, a matrix outlining all items that do not match the specified unit. If an item is not listed on the matrix, the submitted unit will be assumed to meet all parts of the specification. Contractors will be responsible to ensure the specifications are met in full. Items in matrix shall include scheduled performance data vs submitted performance data, specified components vs submitted unit components, specified construction weight, warranty, etc. vs submitted construction, weight, warranty, etc.

1.7 COORDINATION OF WORK

A. Contractor shall coordinate his work with that of other trades. In case of interference or problems the Architect shall decide which work is to be relocated, regardless of which is installed first.

1.8 LOCATION OF EQUIPMENT

A. All locations of plumbing equipment and pipe connections there to shall be verified by the Owner and Architect. The contractor shall verify locations sufficiently in advance of the installation to allow uninterrupted progress of the work of all trades.

B. The Contractor shall prepare dimensioned arrangement drawings at a scale of (1/4" = 1'-0").

Layouts represented by these drawings shall be coordinated with all other trades.

C. This contractor shall obtain approval of all arrangement drawings before continuing his work.

1.9 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. All materials and equipment, unless otherwise specified, shall be new and of the best quality, approved for their specific application

B. This Contractor shall provide, when required by the Architect, labeled samples of materials to be used on the project. Samples shall be submitted for approval by the Architect prior to their installation. Provide submittals with color selection charts as applicable.

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C. All materials and equipment installed by the Contractor shall be securely and rigidly supported from or attached to the building structure.

1.10 WORKMANSHIP

A. All workmanship shall be done according to the best practices of the trade by qualified and competent tradesmen.

1.11 PROTECTION OF EQUIPMENT

A. The Contractor shall protect all material and equipment from damage until final acceptance as installed. He shall close all openings during construction with temporary plugs and replace all damaged items with ones of exact sameness at his expense.

B. He shall schedule material and systems for delivery in such a pattern that critical pieces of equipment may be stored within the building, protected from weather. Where materials are stored outside, they must be protected from the elements, damage, theft, and vandalism.

C. This Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating the procurement of specified materials and equipment being supplied by his sub-contractors and suppliers.

1.12 SCAFFOLDING AND HOISTING

A. The Contractor shall furnish and erect all scaffolding, hoists, shoring, platforms, railings, ladders, and other devices required by local, state, and federal laws to install his systems and equipment.

Scaffolding and all other equipment shall be removed at completion of the work.

B. Contractor shall hoist or rig his own material and equipment into place or arrange for the rigging of it by others at his expense.

1.13 FOREMAN

A. Contractor must provide a competent Foreman, subject to approval of the Architect. The Foreman shall be deemed the agent of the Contractor and must be on duty at the building during all working hours.

B. Any instructions or notices given to the Foreman shall have the same force as if given to the

Contractor in person.

1.14 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL

A. The Contractor shall do all excavation and backfilling and all shoring, sheeting, pumping, and other work incidental to excavating as required for his installation.

B. Backfill shall be made with clear earth free from rocks, frozen earth, debris, or other foreign materials. Backfill shall be deposited in uniform layers of not over 8" thick and each layer shall be mechanically tamped before the next layer is applied.

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C. All excavated material remaining after the backfilling operation shall be removed from the site by this Contractor.

D. Any settlement in trench backfill shall be brought to grade, and damage to pavement or slabs caused by such settlement shall be repaired at the Contractor's expense.

E. All ditching, pumping, canvas covers, and other methods required to protect and keep all excavation and trenches free from water at all times during the construction period shall be furnished, installed, and maintained by the Contractor.

F. If the trench bottom becomes muddy, all mud shall be removed and replaced by bankrun sand and gravel or other suitable material as approved by Architect and compacted to the density of the surrounding undisturbed soil. Bottom of trench shall be protected against frost or freezing.

This Contractor shall provide adequate shoring to protect his and other workmen. Shoring shall be maintained until tests of lines is completed.

G. Trenches that pass under paving or roads and have less than 2' of cover, shall have a load-relieving slab over the pipe. Trenches which pass under or within 18" of any wall foundation shall be backfilled with concrete mixes 1-part cement, 3-parts sand, and 5-parts coarse aggregate.

H. All repair of macadam or concrete paving made necessary by work done under this contract shall be performed by the General Contractor at the expense of this contractor. All such repairs shall match surrounding paving in materials and workmanship.

1.15 PAINTING

A. All exposed piping, iron work, and equipment installed under this contract shall be painted (1) prime coat and (2) coats of best quality oil paint of color as selected by the Architect.

B. Unless specifically noted, insulation and piping in ceiling cavity area shall not be painted.

1.16 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. This Contractor shall be responsible for all cutting and patching required for installation of work on this project. Cutting and patching methods shall conform to the requirements for new construction contained in other sections of this specification.

1. Patching in surfaces that will remain visible when the project is finished shall be identical in appearance to the undisturbed surface.

2. Patches in fire rated walls, ceilings and floors shall maintain the fire rating of these barriers by use of approved materials including special fire rated sealing compounds or materials identical to the barrier materials. Refer to the Architectural Specifications for approved methods and materials.

3. Any patching not deemed suitable by the Architect will be replaced by the Owner at the expense of the related contractor.

1.17 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Refer to Architectural Drawings and Specifications for Phasing Requirements for this Project.

This Contractor shall plan and coordinate his work in accordance with those requirements.

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1.18 CLEANING

A. Upon completion of the installation, thoroughly purge all piping of all obstructions and scale and adequately flush all liquid carrying piping to assure a clean system.

B. Wash all fixtures with soap and water, remove labels and protective covering and clean all grease and cutting from plates or polished piping and trim.

C. Where damage to finish, furnishing or parts of the building results from pipe stoppage or from failure to clear and flush piping systems properly, the Contractor shall, at his own expense, employ qualified skilled labor to make repairs.

1.19 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

A. The Contractor shall prepare for the Owner, (3) hard bound volumes, each containing all operating instructions and information necessary for the care and maintenance of the system. These volumes shall be complete in every respect and shall include detailed operating instructions for each piece of equipment and diagrams for control wiring and piping so arranged and detailed that the maintenance staff may trace the control in event of operational malfunctioning.

B. The Contractor shall submit (1) of the hard-bound volumes to the Architect for approval prior to presenting same to Owner.

C. Printed instructions covering the operation and maintenance of each item of equipment shall be posted at locations designated by the Architect.

D. The Contractor shall provide Project Records Documents in accordance with requirements of

Division 1.

1.20 CLEANING AND FINISHING

A. After all tests have been made and the system proven satisfactory to the Architect, the Contractor shall go over the entire project, clean all equipment and material installed by him, and leave in a clean and working condition.

1.21 INSTRUCTION OF EMPLOYEES

A. At the completion of the work this Contractor shall instruct the employees who shall have charge of the equipment in the care, adjustment, and operation of all parts of the system.

B. At the time designated by the Architect, the equipment manufacturer's engineer shall instruct representatives of the Owner in the operation and maintenance of the equipment.

1.22 GUARANTEE

A. All work done under these contracts shall be guaranteed by the respective contractors against defective materials and faulty workmanship for a period of (1) year from date of acceptance by the Owner.

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B. During such a period, and before the expiration of each such guarantee, contractor shall agree to make any and all repairs, adjustments, or replacements which may become necessary, owing to initial settlement or shrinkage, defective material, workmanship, or installation. Contractor shall perform all routine maintenance in accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s requirements after 8 months from substantial completion

C. He shall further agree to provide all labor and material which may be required and to restore to its original condition any adjacent work that he may disturb in making the necessary repairs, adjustments, or replacements in order to fulfill this guarantee.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

2.1 INSTALLATION

A. Install equipment to permit removal of components and parts which require periodic replacement or maintenance. Arrange pipes, ducts, and equipment to permit access to valves, gauges, starters, motors, doors, and access panels.

B. Provide access panels in equipment, ducts, etc. as required for inspection and maintenance.

2.2 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. In general, piping shall be exposed in equipment rooms, and concealed in all finished rooms.

Where piping is exposed, it shall be run to allow maximum headroom consistent with proper pitch. No piping or ductwork shall cross below the head of any window or door.

B. Exposed piping, ducts, conduits, and/or appurtenances indicated on the inside of buildings, shall be installed parallel to the building lines. All piping shall be kept as close as possible to the ceilings and walls, and columns, to take up the minimum amount of space.

C. All work shall be arranged and installed as high as possible to prevent obstruction of window areas, and to give adequate clearance and access for operation and maintenance.

2.3 SLEEVES

A. Where pipes or ducts pass through concrete or masonry walls or concrete floors, they shall be protected through the full depth of the construction with galvanized sleeves; same to be at least one size larger than the pipe or duct plus insulation.

B. Where sleeves occur in concrete floors, the top of sleeve shall be flush with finished floor line, and the end shall be filed to a smooth round finish.

C. This Contractor shall supply all pipe sleeves and shall inform general contractor of exact sleeve locations in time for their incorporation onto the concrete forms or masonry work.

D. Any cutting and patching in masonry or concrete made necessary by failure to adequate coordinate with the general contractor shall be done by the General Contractor at his expense.

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E. The space between pipes/ducts and sleeves shall be caulked airtight with a non-combustible inorganic material.

2.4 UNIONS

A. Unions shall be provided at all connections to each piece of equipment and on both sides of all automatic valves, and devices which requires removal for maintenance. No unions are to be placed in a location which will be inaccessible after the completion of the project.

B. Unions of copper tubing shall be 200 lbs. SWP brass ground joint.

C. Unions for steel pipe shall be 250 lbs. SWP, malleable iron with brass to iron seat.

2.5 CLEARANCE

A. All piping, including valves and fittings shall be installed to provide the following minimum clearances between the finish coverings, adjacent pipe and/or conduits: 2" between for piping services and 6" between piping services and electrical conduits.

2.6 INCREASES AT ROOF

A. All soil, vent and waste stacks shall be increased to a minimum of 3" in size immediately before such pipes extend through the roof. All stacks extending through the roof shall finish at least 2' above the roof level.

2.7 SHOCK ABSORBERS

A. Furnish and install absorbers where shown on the drawings and where required for proper system operation.

2.8 ESCUTCHEON PLATES

A. All piping passing through walls, ceilings, and floors shall be provided with escutcheon plates securely fastened in place. Where installed on piping in finished areas they shall be chrome plated.

2.9 ACCESS PANELS

A. Removable panels shall be located to provide easy access to all concealed plumbing accessories that may require adjustments or maintenance, such as valves, water hammer arresters, traps, strainers, cleanouts, or others.

B. Access panels in finished wall or ceiling surfaces shall be furnished by this Contractor for installation by the General Contractor.

C. This Contractor shall pay for any work made necessary by his failure to inform other trades of access panel locations.

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2.10 APPLICATIONS OF INSULATION AND COVERING

A. No covering shall be installed by the Contractor until the piping and ducts have been approved by the Architect/ Engineer.

2.11 PIPING UNDER FLOORS

A. Wherever piping, conduits and associated materials is run under a floor slab on grade, the work is to be installed after the sub-grade has been brought to the proper level. The work shall then be installed and backfilled, allowed to settle, and refilled before placing crushed stone fill.

B. Water pipe installed under floor shall be installed in a schedule 40 PVC pipe conduit sleeve.

2.12 INSERTS

A. Except as noted, provide box type inserts for all hangers and supports intended to suspend piping or light weight equipment from new concrete construction. Fasten all inserts to the form work before concrete is poured. Inserts to be Grinnell Figure No. 282 or Figure No. 279 depending upon the maximum load to be carried.

B. No toggle bolts, expansion screw anchors or similar imbedded hanger supports shall be used in new construction.

2.13 CHASES AND OPENINGS IN FLOORS AND WALLS

A. It shall be the duty of the Contractor requiring chases, openings or the placement of any sleeves, anchors, and supports required for his work, whether or not shown on the drawings, to advise the respective Contractors accordingly, prior to or at the time of pouring concrete slabs, beams or the building of walls, etc. He shall furnish all such sleeves, anchors, and supports in place, and all necessary information for the proper location of said chases or openings.

B. If a contractor shall fail to observe and comply with those requirements, he shall cut at his own expense, after receiving the consent of the Architect, such chases or openings as may be necessary and proper, providing and building in place all lintels required by these openings, doing the necessary patching and rebuilding of the work required under the direction of the respective

Contractors and he shall be responsible for all loss or delay resulting therefrom.

2.14 LUBRICATION

A. The contractor shall provide all oil for the operation of all equipment until acceptance. The

Contractor shall run in all bearings and, after they are run in, drain all oil from the bearings, flush out all bearings, and refill with new oil. The Contractor shall be held responsible for all damage to bearings while the equipment is being operated by him up to the date of acceptance of the equipment. The contractor shall be required to protect all bearings during installation and shall thoroughly grease steel shafts to prevent corrosion. All motors and other equipment shall be provided with covers as required for proper protection during construction.

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2.15 JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS

A. Screwed Connections - All joints made in screwed pipe shall be made with red lead or pipe compound applied to the threaded end of the pipe and not applied within the fitting. Threads shall be cut straight and true with sections reamed and cleaned before installation.

END OF SECTION 220010

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SECTION 220100 - PLUMBING GENERAL EQUIPMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Flexible Pipe Connectors

B. Pipe and Equipment Hangers and Supports

C. Sleeves and Seals

D. Flashing and Sealing Equipment and Pipe Stacks

E. Nameplates

F. Tags

G. Stencils

H. Pipe Markers

1.2 REFERENCES

A. ASME - B40.1 - Gauges - Pressure Indicating Dial Type - Elastic Element

B. ASTM E1 - Specification for ASTM Thermometers

C. ASTM E77 - Verification and Calibration of Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers

D. UL 393 - Indicating Pressure Gauges for Fire and Protection Services

E. ASTM F708 - Design and Installation of Rigid Pipe Hangers

F. MSS SP58 - Pipe Hangers and Supports - Materials, Design and Manufacturer

G. MSS SP69 - Pipe Hangers and Supports - Selection and Application

H. MSS SP89 - Pipe Hangers and Supports - Fabrication and Installation Practices

I. NEMA MG 1 - Motors and Generators

J. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code

K. ASME A13.1 - Scheme for the Identification of Piping Systems

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1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with provisions of Section 220010.

B. Product Data:

1. Flexible Pipe Connectors: Indicate maximum temperature and pressure rating, face-to-face length, live length, hose wall thickness, hose convolutions per foot and per assembly, fundamental frequency of assembly, braid structure, and total number of wires in braid.

2. Expansion Joints: Indicate maximum temperature and pressure rating, and maximum expansion compensation.

3. Gauges and Meters: Provide list which indicates use, operating range, total range, and location for manufactured components.

4. Supports and Anchors: Provide manufacturers catalog data including load capacity.

5. Motors: Provide wiring diagrams with electrical characteristics and connection requirements.

6. Mechanical Identification: Provide manufacturers catalog literature for each product required.

7. Vibration Isolation: Provide schedule of vibration isolator type with location and load on each.

C. Shop Drawings: Indicate inertia bases and locate vibration isolators, with static and dynamic load on each.

1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Conform to applicable electrical code.

B. Products Requiring Electrical Connection: Listed and classified by Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., as suitable for the purpose specified and indicated.

1.5 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR PIPING EXPANSION COMPENSATION

A. Provide structural work and equipment required to control expansion and contraction of piping.

Verify that anchors, guides, and expansion joints provided, adequate protect system.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FLEXIBLE PIPE CONNECTORS

A. Steel Piping:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Flexonics Model 400

b. Mason Model BSS

c. Keflex Model KFCS

2. Inner Hose: Stainless Steel

3. Exterior Sleeve: Single braided stainless steel

4. Pressure Rating: 200 psig WOG and 250F

5. Joint: As specified for pipe joints

6. Size: Use pipe sized units

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7. Maximum offset: 3/4" on each side of installed center line

B. Copper Piping:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Flexonics Model 300

b. Mason Model BBF

c. Keflex Model KFCB

2. Inner Hose: Bronze

3. Exterior Sleeve: Braided bronze

4. Pressure Rating: 200 psig WOG and 250F

5. Joint: As specified for pipe joints

6. Size: Use pipe sized units

7. Maximum offset: 3/4" on each side of installed center line

2.2 PIPE HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

A. Manufacturers:

1. Grinnell

2. Other acceptable manufacturers offering equivalent products.

a. or accepted substitute

B. Plumbing Piping - DWV:

1. Conform to ASTM F708, MSS SP58, MSS SP69, MSS SP89.

2. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 1/2" to 1-1/2": Malleable iron adjustable swivel, split ring.

3. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 2" and Over: Carbon steel, adjustable, clevis.

4. Multiple or Trapeze Hangers: Steel channels with welded spacers and hanger rods.

5. Wall Support for Pipe Sizes to 3": Cast iron hook.

6. Wall Support for Pipe Sizes 4" and Over: Welded steel bracket and wrought steel clamp.

7. Vertical Support: Steel riser clamp.

8. Floor Support: Cast iron adjustable pipe saddle, lock nut, nipple, floor flange, and concrete pier or steel support.

9. Copper Pipe Support: Carbon steel ring, adjustable, copper plated.

C. Plumbing Piping - Water:

1. Conform to ASTM F708, MSS SP58, MSS SP69, MSS SP89.

2. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 1/2" to 1-1/2": Malleable iron adjustable swivel, split ring.

3. Hangers for Cold Pipe Sizes 2" and Over: Carbon steel, adjustable, clevis.

4. Hangers for Hot Pipe Sizes 2" to 4": Carbon steel, adjustable, clevis.

5. Hangers for Hot Pipe Sizes 6" and Over: Adjustable steel yoke, cast iron roll, double hanger.

6. Multiple or Trapeze Hangers: Steel channels with welded spacers and hanger rods.

7. Multiple or Trapeze Hangers for Hot Pipe Sizes 6" and Over: Steel channels with welded spacers and hanger rods, cast iron roll.

8. Wall Support for Pipe Sizes to 3": Cast iron hook.

9. Wall Support for Pipe Sizes 4" and Over: Welded steel bracket and wrought steel clamp.

10. Wall Support for Hot Pipe Sizes 6" and Over: Welded steel bracket and wrought steel clamp with adjustable steel yoke and cast-iron roll.

11. Vertical Support: Steel riser clamp.

12. Floor Support for Cold Pipe: Cast iron adjustable pipe saddle, lock nut, nipple, floor flange, and concrete pier or steel support.

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13. Floor Support for Hot Pipe Sizes to 4": Cast iron adjustable pipe saddle, lock nut, nipple, floor flange, and concrete pier or steel support.

14. Floor Support for Hot Pipe Sizes 6" and Over: Adjustable cast iron roll and stand, steel screws, and concrete pier or steel support.

15. Copper Pipe Support: Carbon steel ring, adjustable, copper plated.

2.3 PIPE HANGER ACCESSORIES

A. Hanger Rods: Mild steel threaded both ends, threaded one end, or continuous threaded.

2.4 INSERTS

A. Manufacturers:

1. Grinnell

2. Other acceptable manufacturers offering equivalent products.

a. or accepted substitute.

B. Inserts: Malleable iron case of steel shell and expander plug for threaded connection with lateral adjustment, top slot for reinforcing rods, lugs for attaching to forms; size inserts to suit threaded hanger rods.

2.5 FLASHING

A. Metal Flashing: 26-ga galvanized steel.

B. Metal Counterflashing: 22-ga galvanized steel.

C. Flexible Flashing: 47 mil thick sheet butyl; compatible with roofing.

D. Caps: Steel, 22-ga minimum; 16-ga at fire resistant elements.

2.6 SLEEVES

A. Sleeves for Pipes Through Non-fire Rated Floors: 18-ga galvanized steel.

B. Sleeves for Pipes Through Non-fire Rated Beams, Walls, Footings, and Potentially Wet Floors:

Steel pipe or 18-ga galvanized steel.

C. Sleeves for Pipes Through Fire Rated and Fire Resistive Floors and Walls, and Fire Proofing:

Prefabricated fire rated sleeves including seals, UL listed.

D. Sleeves for Rectangular Ductwork: Galvanized steel.

E. Firestopping Insulation: Glass fiber type, non-combustible.

F. Sealant: Acrylic.

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2.7 TAGS

A. Plastic Tags: Laminated three-layer plastic with engraved black letters on light contrasting background color. Tag size minimum 1-1/2" diameter.

B. Chart: Typewritten letter size list in anodized aluminum frame. Room numbers shall correspond to Owners room numbering system.

2.8 STENCILS

A. Stencils: With clean cut symbols and letters of following size:

1. 3/4" to 1-1/4" Outside Diameter of Insulation or Pipe: 8" long color field, 1/2" high letters.

2. 1/2" to 2" Outside Diameter of Insulation or Pipe: 8" long color field, 3/4" high letters.

3. 2-1/2" to 6" Outside Diameter of Insulation or Pipe: 12" long color field, 1-1/4" high letters.

4. 8 to 10" Outside Diameter of Insulation or Pipe: 24" long color field, 2-1/2" high letters.

5. Over 10" Outside Diameter of Insulation or Pipe: 32" long color field, 3-1/2" high letters.

B. Stencil Paint: Semi- gloss enamel, colors conforming to ASME A13.1.

2.9 PIPE MARKERS

A. Color: Conform to ASME A13.1.

B. Plastic Pipe Markers: Factory fabricated, flexible, semi- rigid plastic, preformed to fit around pipe or pipe covering; minimum information indicating flow direction arrow and identification of fluid being conveyed.

C. Plastic Tape Pipe Markers: Flexible, vinyl film tape with pressure sensitive adhesive backing and printed markings.

D. Underground Plastic Pipe Markers: Bright colored continuously printed plastic ribbon tape, minimum 6" wide by 4 mil thick, manufactured for direct burial service.

2.10 FIRE STOPPING

A. Acceptable Manufacturer:

1. EGS Nelson Firestop Product

2. 3M

3. Accepted substitute

B. Products:

1. Nelson ES1399 Elastomeric Sealant: Water based acrylic latex, endothermic fire protective sealant. It is used for applications of through firestop penetrations and in construction joints. It is available in two grades, N/S (Non-Sag) for wall and overhead installations, and S/L (Self-Leveling) for floor installations.

2. Nelson WRS+ Firestop Wrap Strips: To be used as a wraparound PVC type pipe. After the pipe is covered with the correct number of wraps the WRS+ is covered with a field cut and fabricated collar cover used in conjunction with CLK or FSP which provide a smoke seal.

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3. Nelson PCS Pipe Choke System Collars: To be used on PVC type pipes and conduits to produce an immediate smoke and fire seal. Each PCS is pre-filled with a highly intumescent pliable putty material. Collars are furnished in exact sizes from 1.5" to 4".

Collars are UL System Classified for through penetrations of drywall or concrete/masonry assemblies.

4. Nelson LBS+ Firestop Latex Based Sealant: A one part “Latex-Water Based” Intumescent caulk that is of a non-sag formulation for use in all applications, wall, floor and overhead.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Mechanical Identification:

1. Install plastic nameplates with corrosive-resistant mechanical fasteners, or adhesive. Apply with sufficient adhesive to ensure permanent adhesion and seal with clear lacquer.

2. Install tags with corrosion resistant chain.

3. Apply stencil painting in accordance with industry standards.

4. Install plastic pipe markers in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

5. Install plastic tape pipe markers complete around pipe in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

6. Install underground plastic pipe markers 6 to 8" below finished grade, directly above buried pipe.

7. Identify air handling units, heat pump, pumps, heat transfer equipment, tanks, and water treatment devices with stencil painting. Small devices, such as in-line pumps, may be identified with tags.

8. Identify control panels and major control components outside panels with plastic nameplates.

9. Identify thermostats relating to terminal boxes or valves with nameplates.

10. Identify valves in main and branch piping with tags.

11. Identify air terminal units and radiator valves with numbered tags.

12. Tag automatic controls, instruments, and relays. Key to control schematic.

13. Identify piping, concealed or exposed, with plastic pipe markers. Use tags on piping 3/4" diameter and smaller. Identify service, flow direction, and pressure. Install in clear view and align with axis of piping. Locate identification not to exceed 20' on straight runs including risers and drops, adjacent to each valve and Tee, at each side of penetration of structure or enclosure, and at each obstruction.

14. Identify ductwork with stenciled painting. Identify with air handling unit identification number and area served. Locate identification at air handling unit, at each side of penetration of structure or enclosure, and at each obstruction.

15. Provide ceiling tacks to locate valves or dampers above T-bar type panel ceilings. Locate in corner of panel closest to equipment.

16. Provide Valve Identification Chart. Post framed chart in Boiler Room.

B. Inserts:

1. Provide inserts for placement in concrete formwork.

2. Provide inserts for suspending hangers from reinforced concrete slabs and sides of reinforced concrete beams.

3. Provide hooked rod to concrete reinforcement section for inserts carrying pipe over 4".

4. Where concrete slabs form finished ceiling, locate inserts flush with slab surface.

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5. Where inserts are omitted, drill through concrete slab from below and provide through-bolt with recessed square steel plate and nut above slab.

C. Pipe Hangers and Supports:

1. Support horizontal piping as scheduled.

2. Install hangers to provide minimum 1/2" space between finished covering and adjacent work.

3. Place hangers within 12" of each horizontal elbow.

4. Use hangers with 1-1/2" minimum vertical adjustment.

5. Support horizontal cast iron pipe adjacent to each hub, with 5' maximum spacing between hangers.

6. Support vertical piping at every floor. Support vertical cast iron pipe at each floor at hub.

7. Where several pipes can be installed in parallel and at same elevation, provide multiple or trapeze hangers.

8. Support riser piping independently of connected horizontal piping.

9. Provide copper plated hangers and supports for copper piping.

10. Design hangers for pipe movement without disengagement of supported pipe.

11. Provide additional supports for heavy valves and specialties and provide sway bracing where needed.

12. Prime coat exposed steel hangers and supports. Hangers and supports located in crawl spaces, pipe shafts, and suspended ceiling spaces are not considered exposed.

13. Insulation protection saddles shall be installed at all pipe hangers and supports for insulated lines. Saddles shall be rolled with a radius to suit the insulation O.D. Saddles shall be #16-ga galvanized steel and shall be 8" long.

D. Flashing:

1. Provide flexible flashing and metal counterflashing where piping and ductwork penetrate weather or waterproofed walls, floors, and roofs.

2. Flash vent and soil pipes projecting 3" minimum above finished roof surface with lead worked one 1" minimum into hub, 8" minimum clear on sides with 24" x 24" sheet size.

For pipes through outside walls, turn flanges back into wall and caulk, metal counterflash, and seal.

3. Flash floor drains in floors with topping over finished areas with lead, 10" clear on sides with minimum 36 x 36" sheet size. Fasten flashing to drain clamp device.

4. Seal floor, shower and mop sink drains watertight to adjacent materials.

5. Provide acoustical lead flashing around ducts and pipes penetrating equipment rooms, installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions for sound control.

6. Provide curbs for mechanical roof installations 12" minimum high above roofing surface.

Flash and counterflash with sheet metal; seal watertight. Attach counter-flashing mechanical equipment and lap base flashing on roof curbs. Flatten and solder joints.

7. Adjust storm collars tight to pipe with bolts, caulk around top edge. Use storm collars above roof jacks. Screw vertical flange section to face of curb.

E. Sleeves:

1. Set sleeves in position in formwork. Provide reinforcing around sleeves.

2. Size sleeves large enough to allow for movement due to expansion and contraction. Provide for continuous insulation wrapping.

3. Extend sleeves through floors 1" above finished floor level. Caulk sleeves.

4. Where piping or ductwork penetrates floor, ceiling, or wall, close off space between pipe or duct and adjacent work with fire stopping insulation and caulk airtight. Provide close fitting metal collar or escutcheon covers at both sides of penetration.

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5. Install chrome plated steel escutcheons at finished surfaces.

3.2 MANUFACTURER'S FIELD SERVICES

A. Prepare and start systems under provisions of Section 220010 and in accordance with the requirements of the Commissioning Agent.

3.3 SCHEDULES

A. Supports and Hangers:

HANGER ROD

PIPE SIZE MAX. HANGER SPACING (FT) DIAMETER

Inches Horizontal Vertical Inches

1/2 to 1-1/4 6 10 3/8

1-1/4 to 2 10 10 3/8

2-1/2 to 3 10 10 1/2

4 to 5 10 10 5/8

6 10 10 3/4

8 to 12 10 10 7/8

14 and Over 10 10 1

PVC (All Sizes) 4 3/8

C.I. Bell and

Spigot (or No-Hub) 5 15 3/4 and at Joints

END OF SECTION 220100

PLUMBING INSULATION 220250-1

SECTION 220250 - PLUMBING INSULATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Piping Insulation

B. Jackets and Accessories

C. Covering

D. Insulation Jackets

1.2 REFERENCES

A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

B. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

C. Underwriters Laboratories (UL)

D. Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association, Inc. (SMACNA)

E. ASHRAE Standard 90A-1980

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with provisions of Section 220010.

B. Product Data: Provide product description, list of materials and thickness for each service, and locations.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Materials: Flame spread/smoke developed rating of 25/50 or less in accordance with ASTM E84, NFPA 255, UL 723.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PIPING

A. Manufacturers:

1. Owens-Corning

2. Johns Manville

3. Certainteed

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4. Armstrong

5. PPG

2.2 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING INSULATION

A. All domestic hot and cold-water pipes, fittings, flanges, and valves shall be insulated with heavy density fiberglass insulation similar to Owens/Corning Fiberglass 24ASJ/SSL pipe insulation or equal with all service jacket, self-sealing lap and UL listed. Insulation shall have flame spread rating of 25 or less when tested by ASTM E-84 method.

2.3 CONDENSATE WATER PIPING

A. All aboveground interior condensate pipes and fittings shall be insulated with nominal 1/2" wall thickness heavy density fiberglass insulation similar to Owens/Corning Fiberglass 24ASJ/SSL pipe insulation or equal with all service jacket, self-sealing lap and UL listed. Insulation shall have flame spread rating of 25 or less and a maximum smoke developed rating of 50 when tested by ASTM E-84 method.

B. Optional pipe insulation shall be 1/2" thick Armaflex insulation. (Concealed areas only).

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that piping, equipment, materials, have been tested before applying insulation materials.

B. Verify that surfaces are clean, foreign material removed, and dry.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Install materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. On exposed piping, locate insulation and cover seams in least visible locations.

C. Insulated pipes and equipment conveying fluids below ambient temperature:

1. Provide vapor barrier jackets, factory applied, or field applied.

2. Insulate fittings, joints, and valves with molded insulation of like material and thickness as adjacent pipe.

3. PVC fitting covers shall be used.

4. Continue insulation through walls, sleeves, pipe hangers, and other pipe penetrations.

5. Insulate entire system including fittings, valves, unions, flanges, strainers, flexible connections, and expansion joints.

D. For insulated pipes and equipment conveying fluids above ambient temperature:

1. Provide standard jackets, with vapor barrier, factory applied, or field applied.

2. Insulate fittings, joints, and valves with insulation of like material and thickness as adjoining pipe.

3. PVC fitting covers shall be used.

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E. For heat traced piping, insulate fittings, joints, and valves with insulation of like material, thickness, and finish as adjoining pipe. Size large enough to enclose pipe and heat tracer. Cover with aluminum jacket with seams located on bottom side of horizontal piping.

F. Cover hydrous calcium silicate insulation or Fiberglass Industrial Insulation Board with metal mesh and finish with heavy coat of insulating cement.

G. Do not insulate over nameplate or ASME stamps. Bevel and seal insulation around such.

H. Install insulation for equipment requiring access for maintenance, repair, or cleaning, in such a manner that it can be easily removed and replaced without damage.

I. For exterior applications, provide insulation with vapor barrier jacket. Cover with caulked aluminum jacket with seams located on bottom side of horizontal duct section.

J. Insulation including finishes and adhesive on the exterior surfaces of ducts and equipment shall have a flame spread rating of 25 or less and a smoke developed rating of 50 or less as determined by an independent testing laboratory in accordance with NFPA 255-1972 as required by NFPA

90A. Smoke development rating for pipe insulation shall not exceed 50.

K. Plumbing piping shall be insulated with thickness of insulation indicated below:

1. Cold Water:

a. Up to 1-1/4" pipe size – 0.5"

b. 1-1/2” and larger pipe size – 1.0"

2. Hot Water/HW Recirc:

a. Up to 1-1/4" pipe size – 1.0"

b. 1-1/2” and larger pipe size – 1.5"

END OF SECTION 220250

PLUMBING PIPING & SPECIALTIES 220410-1

SECTION 220410 - PLUMBING PIPING & SPECIALTIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INLCUDES

A. Pipe and Pipe Fittings

B. Valves

C. Sanitary Sewer Piping System

D. Domestic Water Piping System

E. Floor Drains

F. Hydrants

G. Water Hammer Arresters

H. Cleanouts

I. Condensate Piping Systems

1.2 REFERENCES

A. ANSI B31.1 - Power Piping

B. ASME - Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

C. ASME B16.3 - Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings

D. ASME B16.18 - Cast Bronze Solder-Joint Pressure Fittings

E. ASME B16.22 - Wrought Copper and Bronze Solder-Joint Pressure Fittings

F. ASME B16.23 - Cast Copper Alloy Solder-Joint Drainage Fittings - DWV

G. ASME B16.29 - Wrought Copper and Wrought Copper Alloy Solder Joint Drainage Fittings -

DWV

H. ASTM A47 - Ferritic Malleable Iron Castings

I. ASTM A53 - Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped Zinc Coated, Welded and Seamless

J. ASTM A74 - Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings

K. ASTM A120 - Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped Zinc Coated (Galvanized), Welded and

Seamless, for Ordinary Uses

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L. ASTM A234 - Pipe Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate and Elevated

Temperatures

M. ASTM B32 - Solder Metal

N. ASTM B88 - Seamless Copper Water Tube

O. ASTM C564 - Rubber Gaskets for Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings

P. ASTM D3033 - Type PSP Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings

Q. ASTM D3034 - Type PSM Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings

R. ASTM F477 - Elastomeric Seals (Gaskets) for Joining Plastic Pipe

S. AWWA C111- Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile Iron and Gray-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings

T. AWWA C651 - Disinfecting Water Mains

U. CISPI 301 - Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings for Hubless Cast Iron Sanitary Systems

V. NFPA 54 - National Fuel Gas Code

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with provisions of Section 220010.

B. Product Data: Provide data on pipe materials, pipe fittings, valves, specialties, and accessories.

Provide manufacturers catalog information. Indicate valve data and ratings.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SANITARY SEWER PIPING, BURIED

A. Cast Iron Pipe: ASTM A74 service weight.

1. Fittings: Cast iron.

2. Joints: Hub-and-spigot, CISPI HSN compression type with ASTM C564 neoprene gaskets.

B. PVC Pipe: ASTM D2665 (if approved by local authority, Schedule 40, solid wall).

1. Fittings: PVC

2. Joints: ASTM D2855, solvent weld with ASTM D2564 solvent cement.

3. Not allowed for kitchen piping.

2.2 SANITARY SEWER PIPING, ABOVE GRADE, DRAIN AND VENT

A. Cast Iron Pipe: ASTM A74, service weight.

1. Fittings: Cast iron.

2. Joints: ASTM C564, neoprene gasket system.

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B. Cast Iron Pipe: CISPI 301, hubless, service weight.

1. Fittings: Cast iron.

2. Joints: Neoprene gaskets and stainless-steel clamp-and-shield assemblies.

C. PVC Pipe: ASTM D2665 (If approved by local authority), schedule 40, solid wall.

1. Fittings: PVC.

2. Joints: ASTM D2855, solvent weld with ASTM D2564 solvent cement.

3. Not allowed for installation in any ceiling plenum areas.

4. Not allowed for kitchen piping upstream of the grease interceptor, except for sanitary vent piping not in a ceiling plenum area.

2.3 WATER PIPING, ABOVE GRADE GROUND

A. Copper Tubing: ASTM B88, Type L, hard drawn.

1. Fittings: ASME B16.18, cast bronze or ASTM B16.22 wrought copper and bronze.

2. Joints: ASTM B32, solder, (No lead) ASTM B828

3. NSF 61-G

2.4 CONDENSATE PIPING

A. Copper Tube: ASTM B88, Type L hard drawn.

1. Fittings: ASME B16.23, cast bronze or ASME B16.29, wrought copper.

2. Joints: ASTM B32, solder, Grade 95TA.

B. PVC Pipe: ASTM D2665 (concealed areas only) (PVC piping is not permitted in any type of plenum space)

1. Fittings: PVC

2. Joints: ASTM D2855, solvent weld.

2.5 BALL VALVES

A. Manufacturers:

1. Up to and Including 3 Inches:

a. Nibco

b. Crane

c. Stockham

B. Up to and including 3": Bronze two-piece body, bronze ball, Teflon seats and stuffing box ring, lever handle with balancing stops, conventional port, solder, or threaded ends.

C. Comply with NSF 61, Section 9.

2.6 CLEANOUTS

A. Manufacturers:

1. Zurn

2. Wade

3. Smith

4. Ancon

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B. Exterior Surfaced Areas: Round heavy-duty dura-coated cast iron body with gas and watertight

ABS tapered thread plug and round scoriated cover and frame, cast nickel bronze access frame and non-skid cover.

C. Interior Finished Floor: Dura-Coated cast iron, two-piece body with double drainage flange, weep holes, and adjustable nickel-bronze strainer, round with scoriated cover, with gas and watertight ABS tapered thread plug.

D. Interior Finished Wall…