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DOCUMENT 00 0107

SEALS PAGE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Professional Seals and administrative information for the firms involved in the project.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SCHEDULE OF SEALS

A. Electrical Engineer Seal/Signature James Posey Associates, Inc. Patrick Marquez 11155 Red Run Blvd, Ste 310 License: Maryland 24861 Baltimore, MD 21117 pmarquez@jamesposey.com 410-265-6100

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Fields Road Elementary School Electrical Equipment Replacement

Table of Contents

DIVISION 00 – PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

SECTION PAGES

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DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 2300 Alternates 01 2300 - 1-2

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 0101 Electrical General Provisions 26 0101 - 1-9 26 0500 Common Work Results for Electrical 26 0500 - 1-4 26 0504 Electrical Demolition 26 0504 - 1-2 26 0519 Wires and Cables 26 0519 - 1-4 26 0526 Grounding and Bonding 26 0526 - 1-3 26 0528 Equipment Foundations 26 0528 - 1-2 26 0533 Conduits 26 0533 - 1-4 26 0534 Boxes 26 0534 - 1-1 26 0541 Service Entrance 26 0541 - 1-1 26 0553 Identification for Electrical Systems 26 0553 - 1-5 26 0573 Overcurrent Protective Device Studies 26 0573 - 1-7 26 2413 Switchboard 26 2413 - 1-7 26 2416 Panelboards 26 2416 - 1-8 26 4313 Surge Protective Devices 26 4313 - 1-4

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SECTION 01 2300

ALTERNATES

A. Submittal procedures.

B. Documentation of changes to contract sum and contract time.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Work schedule affected by alternates: Division 01.

B. Product options and substitutions: Division 01.

C. Technical Sections Affected by Alternates: See the description of each Alternate.

1.3 REQUIREMENTS

A. Submit Alternates with full description of the proposed Alternate and the effect on adjacent or related components.

B. Indicate variation of Bid Price for Alternates described below and list in Bid Form Document or any supplement to it, which requests a difference in Bid Price by adding to or deducting from the base bid price.

C. Coordinate related work and modify surrounding work to integrate the Work of each Alternate.

D. Provide each selected alternate complete with all changes in associated work as required for complete, operational installation, in conformance with general requirements.

1.4 SELECTION AND AWARD OF ALTERNATES

A. Alternates quoted on Bid Forms will be reviewed and accepted or rejected at Owner's option.

Accepted Alternates will be identified in the Owner-Contractor Agreement.

B. Bid will be evaluated on base bid price. After determination of lowest bidder, consideration will be given to Alternates and Bid Price adjustments.

1.5 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATES

A. Alternate No. 1: Feeder Alternate

1. Base bid: Reuse existing electrical feeders.

2. Alternate: Remove existing underground feeders and abandon existing conduit below grade, and provide overhead feeders where indicated on drawings.

3. Affected sections: 26 0519 Wires and Cables

26 0526 Grounding and Bonding 26 0533 Conduits

26 0534 Boxes

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

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3.1 APPLICATION

A. Immediately after execution of the Owner-Contractor Agreement, in which accepted alternates will be listed, inform all subcontractors, suppliers, and staff assigned to the project, of the accepted alternates.

B. Provide all parties involved with complete information, including, but not limited to, drawings, general requirements, and technical specifications, defining the accepted alternates.

C. Coordinate all changes in the Work, caused by the Owner's selection or rejection of Alternates, as specified in Section 01 3100, Coordination.

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SECTION 26 0101

ELECTRICAL GENERAL PROVISIONS

A. General provisions and requirements for electrical work.

A. Requirements of this section generally supplement requirements of Division 01.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. NFPA 10: Portable Fire Extinguishers.

B. NFPA 241: Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations.

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. The full set of Contract Documents applies to work of Division 26.

B. Visit the site and study aspects of the project and working conditions, as required by General and Supplementary Conditions, Bidding and Contracting Requirements, Drawings, and Specifications.

Verify field dimensions.

C. The work covered in technical sections includes the furnishing of labor, equipment and materials, and the performance of operations pertinent to the work described.

D. Except as required otherwise in Division 01, promptly obtain and pay for necessary signatures and paperwork, permits, fees and inspections required for work of this division by authorities having jurisdiction, including any utility connection or extension charge. No payment will be made until a copy of the permit is forwarded to the Owner.

E. Electrical work of this project includes, as a brief general description, the following:

1. Replace original school panelboards with new panelboards.

2. Replace existing switchboard.

3. Reuse existing underground feeders under base bid. Provide new overhead feeders under

Alternate No. 1.

F. See Division 01 for requirements related to Owner’s occupancy of the premises, limits on use of site, time restrictions on work, limits on utility outages or shutdowns, and phasing (sequencing) and scheduling.

1.5 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Except as modified by provisions of Bidding and Contracting Requirements and Division 01, these options apply to Division 26 specifications.

B. General: Where Contractor is permitted to use a product other than the specified item and model named as the basis of design, Contractor is responsible for coordination and additional costs as specified in article “Substitutions” below for substitutions.

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C. Products specified by reference standards or by description only: Any product meeting those standards or description.

D. Products specified by naming one or more manufacturers, or model name or catalog reference number: Products specified establish a standard of quality, options to be included, and performance.

1. Where other acceptable manufacturers are named, Contractor may provide products of those named manufacturers only, which meet the specifications.

2. Where specification permits “equal” products, without naming other acceptable manufacturers, Contractor may use products of any manufacturer, which meet the specifications.

E. Products specified by naming one manufacturer and particular product, with no provision for other options: No options or substitutions allowed.

1.6 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Substitutions will be considered only as permitted or required by the Bidding and Contracting Requirements and Division 01. Except as modified by those requirements, the requirements below apply to Division 26 specifications.

B. Substitutions may be considered when a product becomes unavailable through no fault of the

Contractor.

C. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with contract documents.

D. A request constitutes a representation that the Bidder or Contractor:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product.

2. Will provide the same warranty for the substitution as for the specified product.

3. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other work which may be required for the work to be complete with no additional cost to Owner.

4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension which may subsequently become apparent.

5. Will reimburse Owner for review or redesign services associated with re-approval by authorities.

E. Substitutions will not be considered when they are indicated or implied on shop drawing or product data submittals, without separate written request, or when acceptance will require revision to the Contract Documents.

F. Substitution submittal procedure is specified in Bidding and Contracting Requirements and

Division 01.

1.7 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Materials and equipment shall be new and the best of their respective kinds, suitable for the conditions and duties imposed on them by the project, and of representative manufacturer. The description, characteristics, and requirements of the materials to be used shall be in accordance with the specifications.

B. Equipment, construction, and installation must meet requirements of local, state, and federal governing codes.

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C. Singular number: In cases where material, a device, or part of the equipment is referred to in the singular number in the specifications, it is intended that such reference shall apply to as many items of material, devices, or parts of the equipment as are required to complete the installation as shown on the drawings or required for proper operation of the system.

D. Terms have the following meanings:

1. Furnish: Supply item

2. Install: Mount and connect item

3. Provide: Furnish and install

E. Materials and equipment shall be installed and completed in a first class and workmanlike manner and in accordance with the best modern methods, practice, and manufacturers’ instructions. Any work which shall not present an orderly and neat or workmanlike appearance shall be removed and replaced with satisfactory work when so directed in writing by the Architect.

F. The specifications and drawings are intended to define the minimum requirements, as to quality of materials, construction, finish, and overall workmanship.

G. General Conditions describe the correlation and intent of the Contract Documents. In case of discrepancies between the specifications and drawings, the specifications should be followed as to the general methods and principles and the drawings followed as to sizes, capacities, and specifics for corresponding parts. If sizes are omitted, the Architect will determine sizes to be utilized.

H. In cases of doubt, uncertainty, or conflict as to the true meaning of the specifications or drawings, it is the responsibility of the Contractor to notify the Architect of said uncertainty, doubt, or conflict and obtain a decision as to the intent prior to initiating any work which may be affected by this decision.

1.8 COORDINATION

A. Should a situation develop during construction to prevent the proper installation of any equipment or item where shown on the drawings, call the situation to the attention of the Architect and await a written decision.

B. Plan and coordinate work to proceed in an orderly and continuous manner without undue delay, and in conformance with the project schedule. Submit samples, shop drawings, schedules, insurance policies and certificates, and the like in time to avoid delays in actual construction.

Coordinate electrical work so that work of each trade is completed before other construction begins which would obstruct it.

C. Coordinate trades to ensure that proper clearances between work of the various trades allow access to items which require operation and maintenance.

D. Coordinate location and elevation of conduit, light fixtures, equipment, and appurtenances in such a manner that the finished installation is as indicated on drawings. In the event difficulties are encountered which prevent this, it is the Contractor’s responsibility to bring this to the attention of the Architect prior to initiation of work. Correct improperly coordinated installation at no additional cost.

E. The Contractors’ assistants shall include a competent electrical foreman, who shall be on the premises at all times to check, layout, coordinate and superintend the installation of work. The foreman shall establish basic requirements relative to the work before starting, and be responsible for the accuracy thereof.

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1.9 SUBMITTALS

A. Manufacturers’ and subcontractors’ lists:

1. As specified in Division 01, submit a complete list of proposed manufacturers for equipment, materials and subcontractors used for the work of this division. Lists shall follow the sequence of the specifications. No considerations will be given for partial or incomplete lists.

After review of lists, submit shop drawings and product data.

B. Shop drawings and product data:

1. Submit in accordance with the requirements of Division 01 or as established at the preconstruction conference, the required number of copies of Shop Drawings and Product Data for every item of equipment. Shop drawings or product data will not be considered until Manufacturers’ Lists have been approved. Shop drawings and product data shall be submitted, as required by the General Conditions, with sufficient time for checking, return to Contractor, and resubmission as required before Contractor shall install any item.

2. Each item submitted shall be properly labeled, indicating the specific service for which the equipment or material is to be used, section and paragraph number of specification or drawing number to which it applies, Contractor’s name and project name and number. Data submitted shall be specific and shall include product data and printed information in sufficient detail and scope to verify compliance with requirements of the contract documents. Clearly identify each item within the data. Data of a general nature will not be accepted. Each sheet must clearly show the project name and number.

3. The review of a shop drawing or product data shall not be considered as a guarantee of the measurements or building conditions or that the shop drawings or product data have been checked to see that item submitted properly fits the building conditions. This review shall not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for furnishing material or performing work as required by the contract documents, for correctness of dimensions and quantities, or for proper coordination of details and interfaces among trades.

4. Exclusively electrical items furnished as items associated with mechanical items but not specifically described in the mechanical item submission, shall be submitted as a separate submittal but shall be clearly marked as associated with the mechanical item by identified specification paragraph.

5. Product data sheets shall be sized 8.5 inches by 11 inches for operating and maintenance manual.

C. Submit results of every test required under any section in this division.

D. After the work is completed, submit required certificates of approval from approved inspection agencies and authorities having jurisdiction over work of this division. Certificates of approval must be received by the Architect prior to final acceptance of the work.

1.10 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Project record documents:

1. Maintain on site one set of the following record documents; record actual revisions to the work of this division:

a. Contract Drawings.

b. Specifications.

c. Addenda.

d. Change Orders and other Modifications to the Contract.

e. Reviewed shop drawings, product data, and samples.

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2. Maintain record documents separate from documents used for construction.

3. Record information concurrent with construction progress.

4. Specifications: Legibly mark and record in each section a description of actual products installed, including the following:

a. Manufacturer’s name and product model and number.

b. Product options, substitutions, or alternates utilized.

c. Changes made by addenda and modifications.

5. Record documents and shop drawings: Legibly mark each item to record actual construction, including:

a. Measured locations of internal utilities and appurtenances concealed in construction, referenced to visible and accessible features of the work.

b. Field changes of dimension and detail.

c. Details not on original Contract Drawings.

6. Submit documents as specified in Division 01.

B. Operation and maintenance data:

1. Submit data prior to final inspection as specified in Division 01. Unless otherwise specified in

Division 01. In addition to requirements specified in Division 01, submit operating and maintenance manuals for the work of this division as specified below.

2. Prepare covers with printed title “OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS,” and title of project.

3. Internally subdivide the contents with permanent page dividers, logically organized as described below.

4. Contents: Prepare a Table of Contents, with each product or system description identified.

5. Part 1: Directory, listing names, addresses, and telephone numbers of electrical engineers;

contractor; electrical subcontractors; and major electrical equipment suppliers.

6. Part 2: Operation and maintenance instructions, arranged by specification section. For each category, identify names, addresses, and telephone numbers of subcontractors and suppliers. Identify the following:

a. Significant design criteria.

b. List of equipment.

c. Parts list for each component, including recommended spare parts list.

d. Operating instructions.

e. Maintenance instructions for equipment and systems.

f. Maintenance instructions for special finishes, including recommended cleaning methods and materials and special precautions identifying detrimental agents.

7. Part 3: Project documents and certificates, including the following:

a. Shop drawings and product data.

b. Photocopies of certificates.

c. Photocopies of warranties, guarantees, and bonds.

d. Test reports: Copies of the results of tests required under sections of specifications.

8. Submit data in final form 15 days prior to final inspection. This data will be returned after final inspection, with Engineer comments. Revise content of documents as required prior to final submittal.

9. Submit final revised data within ten days after final inspection.

10. Submit operation and maintenance data in electronic format.

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1.11 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. When these specifications call for materials or construction of a better quality or larger sizes than required by the following codes and standards, the provisions of the specifications shall take precedence.

B. Provide, without extra charge, any additional materials and labor which may be required for compliance with these codes and standards even though the work is not mentioned in these specifications or shown on the contract drawings.

C. Perform the work of this division in strict accordance with the following authorities. The latest revision of these codes accepted by the authority having jurisdiction as of the date of the contract documents shall apply.

1. The electrical, building, fire, and safety codes of the state and county or city in which the work is being performed.

2. The National Electric Code, NFPA 70 (NEC).

3. The National Fire Protection Association Code (NFPA).

4. International Building Code (IBC).

5. International Energy Conservation, Fire, and Electrical Codes (ICC).

1.12 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Perform the work of this division using the standards of the following organizations, as referred to in technical sections, as a minimum requirement for construction and testing. Unless specified otherwise in Bidding and Contract Documents or Division 01, the latest revision current as of the date of the contract documents shall apply.

1. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

2. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

3. International Code Council (ICC)

4. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

5. National Electrical Code (NEC) (NFPA 70)

6. National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA)

7. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

8. The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

9. Underwriters Laboratory Inc. (UL)

10. American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)

11. American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)

12. Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Act (MOSHA)

13. Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA)

1.13 TEMPORARY STORAGE

A. Maintain upon premises, where directed, a storage area, and be responsible for contents within these areas. Provide security measures necessary for this area.

B. Area shall be maintained and shall be returned to original condition at the completion of the project.

C. Store electrical construction materials such as wire, raceways and boxes, devices, and equipment in buildings, enclosed trailers, or portable enclosed warehouses.

1. Materials and products subject to damage from moisture: Store in dry locations. If necessary, protect with protective wraps or covers.

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2. Plastics and other materials and products subject to damage from heat or cold: Store at manufacturer’s recommended temperatures.

3. Plastics and other materials and products subject to damage from sunlight: Protect from sunlight.

D. Electrical equipment such as panelboards and circuit breakers stored before installation and installed during construction: Provide clean, dry locations at manufacturer’s recommended temperatures, and cover or wrap if required to protect from incidental damage.

1.14 PROTECTION

A. Control dust resulting from construction work to prevent its spread beyond the immediate work area, and to avoid creation of a nuisance.

1. Do not use water to control dust. Use drop cloths or other suitable barriers.

2. In areas where dirt or dust is produced as a result of the work, sweep daily, or more often as required.

3. Provide walk-off mats at entries and replace them at regular intervals.

4. Construct dust partitions, where indicated on the drawings or as required.

5. Protect areas occupied by Owner’s personnel or equipment.

B. Each trade and subcontractor is responsible for preventing damage and soiling of work performed by other trades or subcontractors. Each trade and subcontractor is responsible for providing temporary protection of its own work.

1. Protect work from spills, splatters, drippings, adhesives, bitumens, mortars, paints, plasters, and damage from welding or burning.

2. Protect finished work from damage, defacement, staining, or scratching.

3. Protect finishes from cleaning agents, or grinding and finishing equipment.

4. Protect adjacent and finished work from damage, using tape, masking, covers or coatings and protective enclosures.

5. Coordinate installations and temporarily remove items to avoid damage from finishing work.

C. Repair damage or soiling to the complete satisfaction of the Architect; replace any materials or work damaged to such an extent that they cannot be restored to their original condition, at no addition to the Contract sum.

D. Protect work stored in place and supplies stored in the building.

1. Store materials and products, subject to damage from moisture, in dry locations. If necessary, protect in wraps or covers.

2. Store plastics, other materials, and products subject to damage from heat or cold at manufacturer’s recommended temperatures.

E. Protect electrical materials and products from weather events and accidents of construction.

F. Use of sidewalk or roadway areas outside of the property lines shall be with permission and approval of the local authorities having jurisdiction.

1.15 FIRE PROTECTION

A. As a minimum, provide hand-carried, portable, UL-rated extinguishers with each work crew working inside the building.

B. Select extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10 and NFPA 241 for classification, extinguishing agent, and size required by location and class of fire exposure.

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1.16 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Drawings showing utilities in concealed locations are based on the best information available but are not represented as being precisely correct. Work of the contract includes digging, cutting, drilling, using nondestructive methods, and other methods of locating concealed utilities in the field, as well as patching and repairing as specified in “Cutting and Patching” below.

B. If, in the course of the work, workers encounter a material they suspect to present some hazard:

1. Promptly notify the Owner and Architect in writing.

2. Do not perform any work which would disturb the suspected material until written instructions have been received.

1.17 WARRANTY

A. Work and equipment provided as work of this division shall be fully warranted under the general project warranty. In addition, provide added special warranties as specified in individual sections.

B. During the correction period, the Contractor shall begin correcting any work found to be not in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents within 4-hours of receiving written notice from the Owner. Provide detailed schedule for completion of work within 24-hours of receiving written notice from the Owner and revise schedule based on any Owner comments generated. Except as otherwise required in General Conditions and Division 01, the correction period is two years after the date of substantial completion of the work. Work requiring correction shall promptly be repaired or completely replaced at no addition to the Contract Sum.

1. Service reports for warranty work shall be provided to the Owner.

C. When use of the permanent equipment has been permitted for temporary services during construction of the building, the warranty and correction periods shall nevertheless begin at the time of substantial completion, unless another date of acceptance has been agreed to by the Owner.

D. Special warranties are warranties required by individual specification sections, incidental product warranties, manufacturers’ standard warranties, installer or subcontractor service agreements, and other individual warranties in addition to the general project warranty.

E. Provide copies of warranties as required for Operation and Maintenance Manual specified above, and by Division 01.

F. For items of work delayed beyond date of substantial completion, provide updated submittal within ten days after acceptance, listing date of acceptance as start of warranty period.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

3.1 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching. Proceed with cutting and patching at the earliest feasible time, and complete without delay.

B. Cut walls, floors, partitions, roofs, and other appurtenances for the passage or accommodation of conduits. Close superfluous openings and remove debris caused by work of this division.

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C. No cutting of any structure or finish shall be done until the condition requiring such cutting has been examined and approved by the Architect.

D. New or existing surfaces disturbed as a result of such cutting or otherwise damaged shall be restored to match original work and materials used for any patching or mending shall conform to the class of materials originally installed.

E. Refinish surfaces to match adjacent finish. For continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection or natural break. For an assembly, refinish entire unit.

3.2 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. Temporary water facilities, electricity, telephone, toilet facilities, and temporary heat, shall be provided as specified in Division 01.

3.3 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Progress meetings shall be held as specified in Division 01, and also when and if the Contractor or Architect finds them necessary or advantageous to progress of work.

B. Contractor, those subcontractors, and those material suppliers concerned with current progress or with the scheduling of future progress, Architect and Owner shall each be represented at these meetings by persons familiar with the details of work and authorized to conclude matters relating to work progress.

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SECTION 26 0500

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

A. Requirements applicable to work of more than one section of Division 26.

B. Basic materials and equipment required for electrical work.

C. Date sensitive equipment.

D. Operating instructions.

E. Testing wiring systems.

A. Project and special warranties: Division 01 and Section 26 0101.

B. Operation and Maintenance Manuals: Division 01 and Section 26 0101.

C. Certification and construction waste management: Division 01.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Project correction period: A period after Substantial Completion of the work during which the Contractor shall correct every part of the work found to be not in accordance with the requirements of the contract documents, promptly after receipt of written notice.

B. Qualified testing agency: An NRTL, an NVLAP, or an independent agency with the experience and capability to conduct testing and inspecting indicated, as documented according to ASTM E 548; and with additional qualifications specified in individual sections; and where required by authorities having jurisdiction, that is acceptable to authorities.

1. NRTL: A nationally recognized testing laboratory according to 29 CFR 1910.7.

2. NVLAP: A testing agency accredited according to NIST's National Voluntary Laboratory

Accreditation Program.

1.4 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

A. The drawings and system performances have been designed on the basis of using the particular manufacturers’ products specified and scheduled on the drawings.

B. Products of other manufacturers that are listed under the article “Acceptable Manufacturers,” or permitted as “equal,” are permitted provided:

1. Product shall meet the specifications.

2. Contractor shall make, without addition to the contract sum, all adjustments for deviations so that the final installation is complete and functions as the design basis product is intended.

C. Do not propose products with dimensions or other characteristics different from the design basis product that make their use impractical or cause functional fit, access, or connection problems.

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1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Test reports: Show that tests specified in Part 3 below demonstrate the specified results.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Provide materials and perform work in accordance with the electrical, building, fire, and safety codes and regulations of the state, county, or city in which the work is performed.

B. Electrical control panels, equipment, materials, and devices provided or installed as work of

Division 26 shall bear UL label, or, if UL label is not available, the item shall be tested and labeled by a qualified testing agency, acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and in accordance with NFPA 70. Provide testing, if required, without addition to the contract sum.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

A. Techniques, testing, and operating instructions specified in this section apply to products specified in other sections of Division 26.

B. Equipment that uses or processes date and time data in order to perform its function shall be warranted by the manufacturer to properly function and correctly use or process all time-related data for all dates and times which occur during a reasonable life expectancy of the equipment.

2.2 MATERIALS

A. Electrical equipment backing panels: Plywood, DOC PS 1, Exposure 1, C-D Plugged, fire-retardant treated in accordance with AWPA C27, in thickness indicated, not less than 0.5 inches nominal.

1. One side finished.

B. Wood-preservative-treated lumber: Treated by pressure process, AWPA C2, with chemicals acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked with treatment quality mark of an inspection agency approved by the ALSC Board of Review.

1. Application: Treat items indicated on the drawings, and the following:

a. Wood cants, nailers, curbs, equipment support bases, blocking, stripping, and similar members in connection with roofing, flashing, vapor barriers, or waterproofing.

b. Wood sills, sleepers, blocking, and similar concealed members in contact with masonry or concrete.

c. Wood framing and furring attached directly to the interior of below-grade exterior masonry or concrete walls.

d. Wood framing members that are less than 18 inches above the ground in crawlspaces or unexcavated areas.

e. Wood floor plates that are installed over concrete slabs-on-grade.

C. Aircraft cable: 0.25-inch steel wire rope, galvanized, construction 7 by 19 strands, minimum 7000 pounds breaking strength.

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2.3 DATE-SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Date-sensitive equipment: Systems, equipment, or components which use or process date and time data to perform their functions.

B. Each item of date-sensitive equipment used in the project shall be warranted by the manufacturer to properly function and correctly use or process all time-related data for all dates and times which occur during a reasonable life expectancy of the equipment.

3.1 GENERAL

A. Manufacturers’ instructions: Except as modified by drawings or specifications, install products and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions and recommendations applicable to the project conditions.

1. Immediately notify Engineer if a difference or discrepancy is found between manufacturers’ instructions and the drawings or specifications.

B. The contract drawings are diagrammatic, and do not indicate all fittings or offsets in conduit or all pull boxes, access panels, or other specialties required. Provide required fittings, offsets, access panels, and specialties to coordinate the work.

C. No conduit shall be run below the head of a window or door.

D. Equipment and conduits installed in areas without a suspended ceiling shall be as tight to structure as possible, but at least above a height of 6'-8", unless otherwise noted.

E. Items which require access for operation or maintenance shall be easily accessible. Do not cut or form hand holes for operation or maintenance of appliances through walls or ceilings.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF PRODUCTS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Install conduit exposed to view parallel with the lines of the building and as close to walls, columns, and ceilings as may be practical, maintaining adequate clearance for access at parts requiring servicing.

B. Install conduit a sufficient distance from other work to permit a clearance of not less than

0.5 inches between its finished covering and adjacent work.

C. Pull boxes and other appurtenances which require operation or maintenance shall be easily accessible. Do not cut or form handholes for operation or maintenance of appliances through walls or ceilings.

D. Install plywood backing panels with finished face exposed.

3.3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (DEMONSTRATION)

A. Furnish the necessary technicians, skilled workers, and helpers to operate the electrical systems and equipment of the entire project for one 8-hour day.

B. Where specified in technical sections, provide longer periods required for specialized equipment.

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C. Instruct the Owner or designated personnel in operation, maintenance, lubrication, and adjustment of systems and equipment.

1. Instructions by manufacturer's technical representative for each type of equipment shall include the performance of the recommended preventive maintenance procedures for that equipment.

D. The Operating and Maintenance Manual shall be available at the time of the instructions for use by instructors and Owner personnel.

E. Schedule the general and specialized instruction periods for a time agreed upon by the Owner.

3.4 TESTS

A. During the progress of the work and after completion, test the branch circuits and distribution system.

B. Results of the tests shall show that the wiring meets the requirements of this specification.

Should any test indicate defect in materials or workmanship, immediately repair, or replace with new, the faulty installation, and retest the affected portions of the work.

C. Furnish equipment and instruments necessary for testing.

D. Tests shall demonstrate the following:

1. Lighting, power, and control circuits are continuous and free from short circuits.

2. Circuits are free from unspecified grounds.

3. The resistance to ground of each non-grounded circuit is not less than one megohm.

4. Circuits are properly connected in accordance with the applicable wiring diagrams.

5. Circuits are operable. Demonstration shall include functioning of each control not less than ten times, and continuous operation of each lighting and power circuit for not less than

0.5 hours.

E. Test circuit breakers larger than 100 amps at full voltage.

F. Make voltage built-up tests with a voltage sufficient to determine that no short circuits exist.

G. Immediately repair defects and retest until systems are operating correctly.

H. Submit test reports.

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SECTION 26 0504

ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION

A. Extent and location of demolition are shown on the drawings.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. EPA: Environmental Protection Agency.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Demolition shall be carried out as expeditiously as possible, in accordance with accepted practice and applicable building code provisions.

1.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. If, in the course of the work, workers unexpectedly encounter a material not identified for special removal but which they suspect to be asbestos, to contain lead or PCBs, or to present some other hazard:

1. Promptly notify the Owner and Engineer in writing.

2. Do not perform any work which would disturb the suspected material until written instructions have been received.

B. Protect adjacent materials indicated to remain. Install and maintain dust and noise barriers to keep dirt, dust, and noise from being transmitted to adjacent areas. Remove protection and barriers after demolition operations are complete.

C. Locate, identify, and protect mechanical and electrical services passing through demolition area and serving other areas outside the demolition limits. Maintain services to areas outside demolition limits. When services must be interrupted, install temporary services for affected areas.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Protect existing building and equipment that is to remain, particularly to prevent entry of either dust or water. Ensure weathertightness at all times. Keep materials on hand to patch and maintain protection.

3.2 DEMOLITION

A. Comply with demolition and disposal requirements of Division 02.

B. Perform removal work neatly with the least possible disturbance to the building.

C. Provide temporary barriers, danger signals, and appurtenances for protection of personnel and equipment during removal operations.

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D. Demolish, remove, demount, and disconnect inactive and obsolete conduit, fittings and specialties, equipment, and fixtures.

1. Conduit and ducts embedded in floors, walls, and ceilings may be abandoned in place if they do not interfere with new installations. Cut back to at least one inch below finished surface.

2. Remove materials above accessible ceilings.

3. Disconnect and cap items to remain behind finished surfaces.

4. Patch and repair surface materials as required in Cutting and Patching Division 01 and

Section 26 0101 article, “Cutting and Patching.”

E. Remove the anchors, bolts, and fasteners associated with conduit and equipment to be removed.

3.3 DISPOSAL

A. Dispose of equipment and materials removed, and rubbish and waste material, as work progresses. Do not allow demolition debris to accumulate on site. Remove products of demolition from the building daily.

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SECTION 26 0519

WIRES AND CABLES

A. Wires and cables rated 600 volts and less.

B. Type AC, MC, and NM cables are not permitted.

A. Conduits: Section 26 0533.

A. ANSI/NEMA WC 70: Power Cables rated 2000 Volts or Less for Distribution of Electrical Energy.

B. ASTM B3: Standard Specification for Soft or Annealed Copper Wire.

C. ASTM B8: Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors.

D. UL 44: Standard for Thermoset-Insulated Wires and Cables.

E. UL 83: Standard for Thermoplastic-Insulated Wires and Cables.

F. Additional UL Standards as indicated.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Product data:

1. Each type of wire and cable, including accessories.

2. Include copies of UL certifications showing compliance with requirements in “Quality

Assurance” below.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electrical components, devices, and accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70 Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended use.

B. Products and installation shall comply with NFPA 70 and other applicable national, state, and local electrical codes.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. General requirements: Deliver, store, and handle wire and cable in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

1. Wire and cable shall be packaged in a manner that protects them during ordinary handling and shipping. Ship from manufacturer with ends temporarily sealed against moisture.

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2. Protect wire and cable during storage (both onsite and offsite).

a. Store in a clean and dry location. Elevate from surfaces where water can accumulate, and cover cable rolls to protect against weather.

3. Handle wire and cable as recommended by the manufacturer. Do not pull from the center or periphery of the cable reel.

4. Damaged wire and cable shall be removed from the project site.

2.1 COPPER BUILDING WIRE (600 volts maximum)

A. Conductors: UL listed and NEMA WC 70 compliant; Copper, 98 percent conductivity, suitable for 600-volt duty; rated 90-degree Celsius temperature for wet/dry applications; solid bare annealed copper for No. 10 and smaller complying with ASTM B 3, and stranded for No. 8 and larger complying with ASTM B 8.

B. Conductor insulation: Type THHN / THWN-2: Comply with UL 83; PVC insulation, nylon jacket.

C. Conductor identification: Markings along outer braid denoting conductor size, voltage classification, type of insulation, and manufacturer's trade name, and color code. Identification shall extend to branch circuits and outlets. Use the color coding system tabulated below throughout the building's network of feeders and circuits, unless otherwise required by the authority having jurisdiction.

1. Colors on conductors No. 10 and smaller, or No. 6 and smaller for grounded and grounding conductors: Solid colored insulation.

2. Colors on conductors No. 8 and larger, or No. 4 and larger grounded and grounding conductors: Colored tape wrapped a minimum of 6 inches on either end of conductor.

COLOR CODE (600 volts maximum)

VOLTAGE NEUTRAL PHASE

A B C

120 volts, 2-wire White Black, Red, or Blue depending on phase 277 volts, 2-wire Gray Brown, Orange, or Yellow depending on phase 208 volts, single-phase, 2-wire Black/Red, Red/Blue, or Blue/Black 208/120 volts wye, 3-phase, 4-wire White Black Red Blue 480/277 volts wye, 3-phase, 4-wire Gray Brown Orange Yellow 480 volts delta, 3-phase, 3-wire Brown Orange Yellow

D. Wires used solely for grounding purposes shall be green, where insulated.

E. Control wiring shall be coded with colors different from those used to designate phase wires.

2.2 WIRING ACCESSORIES

A. Factory-fabricated connectors and splices of size, ampacity rating, material, type, and class for application and service where installed.

B. Twist-on wire connectors (dry locations):

1. Color-keyed.

2. Basis of design: Ideal Industries, Inc., Wingnut®, 3M Company "Scotchlok", or King

Innovation.

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C. Twist-on wire connectors (damp and wet locations):

1. Connectors shall be listed under UL 486D.

2. Basis of design: Ideal Industries, Inc., UnderGround®, models 60, 64, or 66 as appropriate;

King Innovation DryConn®; or 3M Company.

D. Compression connectors:

1. Color-keyed.

2. Basis of design: 3M Company "Scotchlok"™ compressor connectors, "10000" series for copper conductors or Thomas & Betts (Blackburn) or Ilsco.

E. Compression connectors (damp and wet locations):

1. Protect connectors with a waterproof system, UL-listed for direct burial and 600 volts.

2. Basis of design: 3M Company 8420 series, Thomas & Betts Model DBSK82, or IIsco.

F. Compression taps:

1. Series CT-2 tap with CT-2C cover, or Series 54710 color-keyed compression taps,

2. Basis of design: Burndy Corporation "Versitap" or OZ/Gedney.

G. Power distribution blocks: Basis of design: Hubbell Burndy “U-Blok.”

H. Multi-tap connectors, clear insulated: Basis of design: Burndy Corporation "UNITAP" or Ilsco

"Cleartap".

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Provide wire and cable indicated in accordance with national, state, and local electrical codes.

B. Conceal wire and cable in new construction and in locations with finished walls, ceilings, and floors unless otherwise noted on drawings.

C. Wire and cable shall be installed in raceways.

3.2 INSTALLING INTERIOR WIRING

A. Wiring methods and locations: Wires and cables shall be installed based on the following requirements, unless otherwise noted.

1. Feeders: Type THHN / THWN-2, single conductors in raceway.

B. Splicing shall be done in outlet boxes and junction boxes and not in conduit.

1. Conductors No. 8 and larger: Terminated, spliced, and taped, wherever practical, with compression connectors or solderless connectors. Use tools recommended by the manufacturer.

2. Splices in conductors No. 10 and smaller, including lighting fixtures: Made with wire connectors.

3. Taps in conductors No. 6 and larger: Made with compression taps or power distribution blocks.

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C. Wires shall be neatly shaped in panels, wireways, boxes, and appurtenances.

3.3 COORDINATION WITH DEVICES AND EQUIPMENT

A. Where conductor size or parallel conductors shown on drawings connect to terminals on devices or equipment which is not sized for the connection:

1. Provide a junction box as near the equipment as possible, but no more than 10 feet away.

Obtain approval of location before installing.

2. Provide conductor(s) sized to the ampacity of the equipment, from equipment to junction box.

3. In the junction box, splice the conductors from the equipment to the conductors of sizes, or parallel conductors, shown on the drawings.

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SECTION 26 0526

GROUNDING AND BONDING

A. Grounding and bonding electrical systems and equipment.

B. Ground system test.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. IEEE STD 142

B. NFPA 70

C. ASTM F467 and F468

D. UL 467

A. Area served by a separately-derived system: The area within the building that contains any part of a circuit of the system.

B. IBT: Intersystem Bonding Termination Grounding Busbar.

A. Product data: Ground rods and connections.

B. Certifications: System test.

2.1 MANUFACTURED UNITS

A. Ground conductor, unless specifically noted otherwise, shall be copper, 98 percent conductivity, solid for No. 10 AWG and smaller and stranded for No. 8 AWG and larger.

B. Grounding busbar: Predrilled rectangular bars of electro-tin plated copper, 0.25 inches thick, 12 inches long, unless otherwise indicated on drawings, with 0.3125-inch or 0.4375-inch diameter holes horizontally spaced 1 to 1.125 inches apart.

1. Intersystem bonding termination grounding busbar (IBT) shall be 4 inches wide, with four rows of holes.

2. Stand-off insulators for busbar shall be flame-resistant fiberglass-reinforced thermoset polyester, UL recognized per UL Standard 891.

C. Ground rods:

1. Copper bonded steel, 0.75-inch diameter by 10 feet long, one end pointed and the other end tinned,

2. Basis of design: Erico International Corporation.

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D. Mechanical type ground connectors:

1. Connectors:

a. IEEE 837 and UL 467 compliant, listed for use for specific types, sizes, and combinations of conductors and connected items.

b. Basis of design: FCI Burndy G Series.

2. Nuts, bolts, and washers: Silicon bronze alloy type B per ASTM F467 and F468.

E. Exothermic type ground connections:

1. Exothermic welding systems.

2. Basis of design: “Cadweld,” manufactured by Erico International Corporation.

F. Lugs:

1. Lugs shall be two- or four-hole.

2. Basis of design: Burndy Hylug series.

A. Provide the complete grounding of conduit systems, electrical equipment, conductor and equipment enclosures, motors, and neutral conductors in accordance with applicable codes.

Grounded phase and neutral conductors shall be continuously identified. Continuity of metal raceways shall be insured by double locknuts.

B. Furnish and install main grounds for secondary electrical service to cold water main in accordance with NEC requirement. In addition to the cold water ground, provide ground rods as indicated or as required by NEC and applicable codes.

C. Grounding busbar: Busbars shall stand off the wall a minimum of 2 inches. Mount 6 inches above finished floor unless otherwise indicated. Insulate the busbar from its supports.

1. Conductors connecting busbar to other busbars, and to the grounding electrode system shall be attached to busbar with exothermic welds.

2. Connect other conductors to busbar using lugs.

D. Install copper grounding jumpers of 3/0 copper cable around each main water valve in the building. Install copper grounding jumpers around conduit expansion fittings. Jumpers shall be of adequate current carrying capacity corresponding to size of conduit.

E. Ground system connections which are beneath the floor and in a concealed or inaccessible location shall be brazed or welded. Brazing and welding shall be “CADWELD.”

F. Bonding straps and jumpers: Install in locations accessible for inspection and maintenance except where routed…