final 26 51 13 Lighting Fixtures.pdf

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE

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2010 by FEI

SECTION 26 51 13

LIGHTING FIXTURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Extent of lighting fixture work is indicated by drawings and schedules.

B. Types of lighting fixtures in this section include the following:

1. Fluorescent.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

A. Manufacturers: The type and manufacturer of all lighting fixtures shall be as indicated on the fixture schedule and drawings.

2.2 LIGHTING FIXTURES

A. General: Provide lighting fixtures of sizes, types, and ratings indicated; complete with, but not necessarily limited to, housings, lamps, ballasts, starters, and wiring.

B. All recessed fixtures shall be provided with rubber or fiberglass gaskets or of equivalent material to prevent light leaks around flush trim. Fixtures shall be provided with proper thermal protection as required for surrounding environment.

C. No labels on fixtures shall be placed where same will be conspicuous or where same will mar the appearance of the units. The complete units and all components for fixtures shall bear the

Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc., label.

D. All fixture finishes shall be factory applied.

E. Fluorescent-Lamp Ballasts: Each fluorescent fixture shall be equipped with an electronic ballast. See drawings for additional requirements.

F. All ballasts shall have ratings suitable for the atmosphere for which they are to be installed. Fixtures installed in low ambient temperature areas shall have ballasts specifically designed for low temperature starting.

G. Linear fluorescent lamps shall be low mercury TCLP compliant.

H. Provide factory installed integral disconnecting means for fluorescent light fixtures per 2008 NEC article

410.73 (G). Note that exception No. 4 and exception No. 5 will not be accepted.

2.3 LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPES

A. General: The fixture types are designated by letters (A.B.C. etc.) near each outlet and refer to the description as listed in the Fixture Schedule.

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B. All lamps shall be of type specified on the Fixture Schedule. This Contractor shall furnish lamps for all fixtures as shown on the plans and fixture schedule. These lamps shall be new at the time of building acceptance by the Owner. Any lamps used for construction lighting shall be replaced prior to acceptance. Verify lamp color temperature with Owner’s Representative.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSPECTION

A. Examine areas and conditions under which lighting fixtures are to be installed and substrate which will support lighting fixtures. Do not proceed with work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in manner acceptable to Installer.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF LIGHTING FIXTURES

A. Install lighting fixtures at locations and heights as indicated, in accordance with fixture manufacturer's written instructions, applicable requirements of NEC, NECA's "Standard of Installation", NEMA

Standards and with recognized industry practices to ensure that lighting fixtures fulfill requirements.

B. Coordinate with other electrical work as appropriate to properly interface installation of lighting fixtures with other work.

C. Where recessed fixtures are specified, Contractor shall provide plaster frames or other framing devices to the Ceiling Contractor prior to the installation of the fixtures and shall be responsible to see that the proper fixtures are furnished for the specific ceiling used.

D. Where suspended ceilings are supported on steel angle or channel construction, outlets and fixtures shall be supported on members attached to the angle of channel framework. In no case shall any fixture be hung from plaster, plasterboard, acoustic or insulating materials.

3.3 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

A. Clean lighting fixtures of dirt and debris upon completion of installation.

B. Protect installed fixtures from damage during construction period.

C. Aim adjustable fixtures per instructions of Owner’s Representative.

D. Burn-in lamps per manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Upon completion of installation of lighting fixtures, and after building circuitry has been energized, apply electrical energy to demonstrate capability and compliance with requirements. Where possible, correct malfunctioning units at site, then retest to demonstrate compliance; otherwise, remove and replace with new units and proceed with retesting.

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3.5 GROUNDING

A. Provide equipment grounding connections for lighting fixtures as required by NEC. Tighten connections to comply with tightening torques specified in UL Standard 486A to assure permanent and effective grounds.

END OF SECTION