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Fire Station Repairs Work Order Number 19-0167 Camp Lejeune, North Carolina

SECTION 33 71 01

OVERHEAD TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION

01/07

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only.

ALLIANCE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY SOLUTIONS (ATIS)

ATIS O5.1 (2002) Wood Products - Specifications and Dimensions

ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)

ASME B16.11 (2016) Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A 53/A 53M (2002) Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless

ASTM A 153/A 153M (2001; Rev. A) Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware - AASHTO No.: M232

ASTM A 475 (1998) Zinc-Coated Steel Wire Strand

ASTM B 231/B 231M (1999) Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors

ASTM B 397 (1985; R 1999) Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum-Alloy 5005-H19 Conductors

ASTM B 399/B 399M (1999) Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum-Alloy 6201-T81 Conductors

AMERICAN WOOD PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (AWPA)

AWPA C1 (2003) All Timber Products - Preservative Treatment by Pressure Processes

AWPA C4 (1995) Poles - Preservative Treatment by Pressure Processes

AWPA C25 (1995) Sawn Crossarms, - Preservative Treatment by Pressure Processes

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INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)

IEEE C2 (2017; Errata 1-2 2017; INT 1 2017) National Electrical Safety Code

IEEE C62.11 (2012) Standard for Metal-Oxide Surge Arresters for Alternating Current Power Circuits (>1kV)

IEEE C135.22 (1988) Zinc-Coated Ferrous Pole-Top Insulator Pins with Lead Threads for Overhead Line Construction

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

NEMA C29.5 (1984; R 2002) Wet-Process Porcelain Insulators - Low- and Medium-Voltage Types

NEMA C37.42 (1996) High Voltage Expulsion Type Distribution Class Fuses, Cutouts, Fuse Disconnecting Switches and Fuse Links

INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL TESTING ASSOCIATION (NETA)

NETA ATS (2017; Errata 2017) Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power Equipment and Systems

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 70 (2017; ERTA 1-2 2017; TIA 17-1; TIA 17-2;

TIA 17-3; TIA 17-4; TIA 17-5; TIA 17-6;

TIA 17-7; TIA 17-8; TIA 17-9; TIA 17-10;

TIA 17-11; TIA 17-12; TIA 17-13; TIA

17-14; TIA 17-15; TIA 17-16; TIA 17-17 )

National Electrical Code

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)

RUS 202-1 (2001; Supp. 2002) List of Materials Acceptable for Use on Systems of RUS Electrification Borrowers

RUS 1728F-700 (1993) Wood Poles, Stubs, and Anchor Logs

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 6 (2007; Reprint Nov 2014) Electrical Rigid Metal Conduit-Steel

UL 510 (2017) UL Standard for Safety Polyvinyl Chloride, Polyethylene and Rubber Insulating Tape

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

Section 26 00 00 , "Basic Electrical Materials and Methods" and Section 26 08 00 , "Apparatus Inspection and Testing" apply to this section with additions and modifications specified herein.

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1.3 SUBMITTALS

The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00.05 20

CONSTRUCTION SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

Public Works (Code 404), Building 1005 Michael Road, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina will review and approve transformer submittals. As an exception to this paragraph, transformers manufactured by ABB in Athens, GA; by Cooper Power Systems in Waukesha, WI or Nacogdoches, TX; or by Howard Industries in Laurel, MS need not meet the submittal requirements of this contract. Instead, the following shall be submitted.

a. A certification, from the manufacturer, that the technical requirements of this specification shall be met.

b. Routine and other tests (paragraph entitled "Routine and Other Tests, shall be conducted by the manufacturer and may be witnessed by the Government (paragraph entitled "Source Quality Control").

Provide certified copies of the tests.

c. Provide field test reports (paragraph entitled "Field Quality Control").

SD-03 Product Data

Conductors ; G

Insulators ; G

Wood Poles ; G

Cutouts ; G

Surge arresters ; G

Guy strand

Anchors

SD-06 Test Reports

Field Test Plan

Field Quality Control

Ground resistance test reports

Submit report of the acceptance test results as specified by paragraph entitled "Field Quality Control"

SD-07 Certificates

Wood poles

Composite crossarms

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1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Ground Resistance Test Reports

Submit the measured ground resistance of grounding system. When testing grounding electrodes and grounding systems, identify each grounding electrode and each grounding system for testing. Include the test method and test setup (i.e. pin location) used to determine ground resistance and soil conditions at the time the measurements were made.

1.4.2 Field Test Plan

Provide a proposed field test plan 20 days prior to testing the installed system. No field test shall be performed until the test plan is approved. The test plan shall consist of complete field test procedures including tests to be performed, test equipment required, and tolerance limits.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Devices and equipment shall be visually inspected by the Contractor when received and prior to acceptance from conveyance. Stored items shall be protected from the environment in accordance with the manufacturer's published instructions. Damaged items shall be replaced. Oil filled transformers and switches shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Consider materials specified herein or shown on contract drawings which are identical to materials listed in RUS 202-1 as conforming to requirements.

2.2 POLES

Poles shall be of lengths and classes indicated.

2.2.1 Wood Poles

Wood poles machine trimmed by turning, Southern Yellow Pine conforming to ATIS O5.1 and RUS 1728F-700 . Gain, bore and roof poles before treatment.

Should additional gains be required subsequent to treatment, metal gain plates shall be provided. Pressure treat poles with chromated copper arsenate (CCA 40C3 minimum ), except that Douglas Fir and Western Larch poles shall not be treated with CCA in accordance with AWPA C1 and AWPA C4 as referenced in RUS 1728F-700 . The quality of each pole shall be ensured with "WQC" (wood quality control) brand on each piece, or by an approved inspection agency report.

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2.3 CROSSARMS

2.3.1 Composite Crossarms

2.3.2 Crossarm Braces

Provide steel angle as indicated. Provide braces with 38 inch span for 8 foot crossarms and 60 inch span for 10 foot crossarms .

2.3.3 Armless Construction

Pole mounting brackets for line-post or pin insulators and eye bolts for suspension insulators shall be as shown. Brackets shall be attached to poles with a minimum of two bolts. Brackets may be either provided integrally as part of an insulator or attached to an insulator with a suitable stud. Bracket mounting surface shall be suitable for the shape of the pole. Brackets for wood poles shall have wood gripping members.

Horizontal offset brackets shall have a 5-degree uplift angle. Pole top brackets shall conform to IEEE C135.22 , except for modifications necessary to provide support for a line-post insulator. Brackets shall provide a strength exceeding that of the required insulator strength, but in no case less than a 2800 pound cantilever strength.

2.4 HARDWARE

Hardware shall be hot-dip galvanized in accordance with ASTM A 153/A 153M .

2.5 INSULATORS

Provide polymer insulators which are radio interference free.

a. Pin insulators: NEMA C29.5 , Class 55-5 .

2.6 OVERHEAD CONDUCTORS

Conductors ofaluminum alloy (AAAC) of sizes #2 or 394kcmil as required .

2.6.1 Aluminum

ASTM B 231/B 231M .

2.6.1.1 Aluminum Alloy

ASTM B 397 or ASTM B 399/B 399M .

2.7 GUY STRAND

ASTM A 475 , high-strength, Class A or B, galvanized strand steel cable.

Guy strand shall be 3/8 inch in diameter with a minimum breaking strength of 12,000 pounds . Provide guy terminations designed for use with the particular strand and developing at least the ultimate breaking strength of the strand.

2.8 ROUND GUY GUARDS

Vinyl or PVC material, yellow colored, 8 feet long and shatter resistant at sub-zero temperatures.

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2.8.1 Guy Attachment

Thimble eye guy attachment.

2.9 ANCHORS AND ANCHOR RODS

Anchors shall be screw anchors presenting holding area indicated on drawings as a minimum. Anchor rods shall be triple thimble-eye, 3/4 inch diameter by 8 feet long. Anchors and anchor rods shall be hot dip galvanized.

2.9.1 Screw Anchors

Screw type anchors having a manufacturer's rating of not less than 6,000 pounds in loose to medium sand/clay soil, Class 6 and extra heavy pipe rods conforming to ASTM A 53/A 53M , Schedule 80, and couplings conforming to ASME B16.11 .

2.10 GROUND RODS

Copper clad steel ground rods at least 3/4 inch in diameter and 10 feet long. Die-stamp each near top with name or trademark of manufacturer and length of rod in feet . Rods shall have a hard, clean, smooth, continuous, surface throughout length of rod.

2.10.1 Ground Wire

Provide soft drawn copper wire ground conductors a minimum No. 4 AWG.

Ground wire protectors may be either PVC or half round wood molding. Wood molding shall be fir, pressure treated in accordance with AWPA C25, or shall be cypress or cedar.

2.11 SURGE ARRESTERS

IEEE C62.11 , metal oxide, porcelain housed, surge arresters arranged for crossarm mounting. RMS voltage rating shall be 10 kV. Arresters shall be Distribution class.

2.12 FUSED CUTOUTS

Open type Non-Loadbreak fused cutouts rated 100 amperes and 12,000 amperes symmetrical interrupting current at 7.8 kV ungrounded, conforming to NEMA C37.42 . Type K fuses conforming to NEMA C37.42 with ampere ratings equal to 150 percent of the transformer full load rating. Open link type fuse cutouts are not acceptable.

2.13 CONDUIT RISERS AND CONDUCTORS

The riser shield shall be PVC containing a PVC back plate and PVC extension shield or a rigid galvanized steel conduit, as indicated, and conforming to UL 6 . Provide conductors and terminations as specified in Section 33 71 02 "Underground Transmission and Distribution."

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2.14 ELECTRICAL TAPES

Tapes shall be UL listed for electrical insulation and other purposes in wire and cable splices. Terminations, repairs and miscellaneous purposes, electrical tapes shall comply with UL 510 .

2.15 CALKING COMPOUND

Compound for sealing of conduit risers shall be of a puttylike consistency workable with hands at temperatures as low as 35 degrees F , shall not slump at a temperature of 300 degrees F , and shall not harden materially when exposed to air. Compound shall readily calk or adhere to clean surfaces of the materials with which it is designed to be used. Compound shall have no injurious effects upon the workmen or upon the materials.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

Provide overhead pole line installation conforming to requirements of IEEE C2 for Grade B construction of overhead lines in medium loading districts and NFPA 70 for overhead services. Provide material required to make connections into existing system and perform excavating, backfilling, and other incidental labor. Consider street, alleys, roads and drives "public." Pole configuration shall be as indicated.

3.1.1 Wood Pole Installation

Provide pole holes at least as large at the top as at the bottom and large enough to provide 4 inch clearance between the pole and side of the hole.

Provide a 6 inch band of soil around and down to the base of the pole treated with 2 to 3 gallons of a one percent dursban TC termiticide solution.

3.1.1.1 Setting Depth of Pole

Pole setting depths shall be as follows:

Length of Pole Setting in Soil Setting in Solid Rock (feet) (feet) (feet)

20 5.0 3.0 25 5.5 3.5 30 5.5 3.5 35 6.0 4.0 40 6.0 4.0 45 6.5 4.5 50 7.0 4.5 55 7.5 5.0 60 8.0 5.0

3.1.1.2 Setting in Soil, Sand, and Gravel

"Setting in Soil" depths, as specified in paragraph entitled "Setting Depth of Pole," apply where the following occurs:

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a. Where pole holes are in soil, sand, or gravel or any combination of these;

b. Where soil layer over solid rock is more than 2 feet deep;

c. Where hole in solid rock is not substantially vertical; or

d. Where diameter of hole at surface of rock exceeds twice the diameter of pole at same level. At corners, dead ends and other points of extra strain, poles 40 feet or more long shall be set 6 inches deeper.

3.1.1.3 Setting in Solid Rock

"Setting in Solid Rock," as specified in paragraph entitled "Setting Depth of Pole," applies where poles are to be set in solid rock and where hole is substantially vertical, approximately uniform in diameter and large enough to permit use of tamping bars the full depth of hole.

3.1.1.4 Setting With Soil Over Solid Rock

Where a layer of soil 2 feet or less in depth over solid rock exists, depth of hole shall be depth of soil in addition to depth specified under "Setting in Solid Rock" in paragraph entitled "Setting Depth of Pole," provided, however, that such depth shall not exceed depth specified under "Setting in Soil."

3.1.1.5 Setting on Sloping Ground

On sloping ground, always measure hole depth from low side of hole.

3.1.1.6 Backfill

Thoroughly tamp pole backfill for full depth of the hole and mound excess fill around the pole.

3.1.1.7 Setting Poles

Set poles so that alternate crossarm gains face in opposite directions, except at terminals and dead ends where gains of last two poles shall be on side facing terminal or dead end. On unusually long spans, set poles so that crossarm comes on side of pole away from long span. Where pole top pins are used, they shall be on opposite side of pole from gain, with flat side against pole.

3.1.1.8 Alignment of Poles

Set poles in alignment and plumb except at corners, terminals, angles, junctions, or other points of strain, where they shall be set and raked against the strain. Set not less than 2 inches for each 10 feet of pole length above grade, nor more than 4 inches for each 10 feet of pole length after conductors are installed at required tension. When average ground run is level, consecutive poles shall not vary more than 5 feet in height. When ground is uneven, poles differing in length shall be kept to a minimum by locating poles to avoid the highest and lowest ground points. If it becomes necessary to shorten a pole, a piece shall be sawed off the top. Holes shall be dug large enough to permit the proper use of tampers to full depth of hole.

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3.1.2 Anchors and Guys

Place anchors in line with strain. The length of the guy lead (distance from base of pole to the top of the anchor rod) shall be as indicated.

3.1.2.1 Setting Anchors

Set anchors in place with anchor rod aligned with, and pointing directly at, guy attachment on the pole with the anchor rod projecting 6 to 9 inches out of ground to prevent burial of rod eye.

3.1.2.2 Screw Anchors

Install screw anchors by torquing with boring machine.

3.1.2.3 Swamp Anchors

Install swamp anchors by torquing with boring machine or wrenches, adding sections of pipe as required until anchor helix is fully engaged in firm soil.

3.1.2.4 Setting Guy Strands

Complete anchor and guy installation, dead end to dead end, and tighten guy before wire stringing and sagging is begun on that line section.

Provide strain insulators at a point on guy strand 8 feet minimum from the ground and 6 feet minimum from the surface of pole.

3.1.3 Hardware

Provide hardware with washer against wood and with nuts and lock nuts applied wrench tight. Provide locknuts on threaded hardware connections.

Locknuts shall be M-F style and not palnut style.

3.1.4 Grounding

Unless otherwise indicated, grounding shall conform to IEEE C2 . Pole grounding electrodes shall have a resistance to ground not exceeding 25 ohms. When work in addition to that indicated or specified is directed in order to obtain specified ground resistance, provisions of the contract covering changes shall apply.

3.1.4.1 Ground Rod Connections

Make ground rod connections on pole lines by exothermic weld or by using a compression connector for ground wire or wire to rod connections. Make exothermic welds strictly in accordance with manufacturer's written recommendations. Welds which have puffed up or which show convex surfaces indicating improper cleaning, are not acceptable. No mechanical connectors are required at exothermic weldments. Compression connectors shall be type that uses a hydraulic compression tool to provide correct pressure. Provide tools and dies recommended by compression connector manufacturer. An embossing die code or similar method shall provide visible indication that a connector has been fully compressed on ground wire.

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3.1.4.2 Grounding and Grounded Connections

a. Where no primary or common neutral exists, surge arresters and frames of equipment operating at over 750 volts shall be bonded together and connected to a dedicated primary grounding electrode.

b. Where no primary or common neutral exists, transformer secondary neutral bushing, secondary neutral conductor, and frames of equipment operating at under 750 volts shall be bonded together and connected to a dedicated secondary grounding electrode.

c. When a primary or common neutral exists, connect all grounding and grounded conductors to a common grounding electrode.

3.1.4.3 Protective Molding

Protect grounding conductors which are run on surface of wood poles by wood molding extending from ground line throughout communication and transformer spaces.

3.1.5 CONDUCTOR INSTALLATION

3.1.5.1 Line Conductors

Conductors shall be handled with care necessary to prevent nicking, kinking, gouging, abrasions, sharp bends, cuts, flattening, or otherwise deforming or weakening conductor or any damage to insulation or impairing its conductivity. Remove damaged sections of conductor and splice conductor. Conductors shall be paid out with the free end of conductors fixed and cable reels portable, except where terrain or obstructions make this method unfeasible. Bend radius for any insulated conductor shall not be less than the applicable NEMA specification recommendation. Conductors shall not be drawn over rough or rocky ground, nor around sharp bends.

3.1.5.2 Connectors and Splices

Conductor splices, as installed, shall exceed ultimate rated strength of conductor and shall be of type recommended by conductor manufacturer. No splice shall be permitted within 10 feet of a support. Connectors and splices shall be mechanically and electrically secure under tension and shall be of the nonbolted compression type. The tensile strength of any splice shall be not less than the rated breaking strength of the conductor. Splice materials, sleeves, fittings, and connectors shall be noncorrosive and shall not adversely affect conductors.

Aluminum-composition conductors shall be wire brushed and an oxide inhibitor applied before making a compression connection. Connectors which are factory-filled with an inhibitor are acceptable. Inhibitors and compression tools shall be of types recommended by the connector manufacturer. Primary line apparatus taps shall be by means of hot line clamps attached to compression type bail clamps (stirrups). Low-voltage connectors for copper conductors shall be of the solderless pressure type. Noninsulated connectors shall be smoothly taped to provide a waterproof insulation equivalent to the original insulation, when installed on insulated conductors. On overhead connections of aluminum and copper, the aluminum shall be installed above the copper.

3.1.5.3 Conductor-To-Insulator Attachments

Conductors shall be attached to insulators by means of clamps, shoes or

SECTION 33 71 01 Page 10 tie wires, in accordance with the type of insulator. For insulators requiring conductor tie-wire attachments, tie-wire sizes shall be as indicated in TABLE II.

TABLE II

TIE-WIRE REQUIREMENTS

CONDUCTOR TIE WIRE

Copper (AWG) Soft-Drawn Copper (AWG)

6 8 4 and 2 6

1 through 3/0 4 4/0 and larger 2

AAC, AAAC, or ACSR (AWG) AAAC OR AAC (AWG)

Any size 6 or 4

3.1.5.4 Armor Rods

Armor rods shall be provided for AAC and AAAC. Armor rods shall be installed at supports, except armor rods will not be required at primary dead-end assemblies if aluminum or aluminum-lined zinc-coated steel clamps are used. Lengths and methods of fastening armor rods shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. For span lengths of less than 200 feet, flat aluminum armor rods may be used. Flat armor rods, not less than 0.03 by 0.25 inch shall be used on No. 1 AWG AAC and AAAC and smaller conductors and on No. 5 AWG ACSR and smaller conductors. On larger sizes, flat armor rods shall be not less than 0.05 by 0.30 inches.

For span lengths of 200 feet or more, preformed round armor rods shall be used.

3.1.5.5 Ties

Provide ties on pin insulators tight against conductor and insulator and ends turned down flat against conductor so that no wire ends project.

3.1.5.6 Reinstalling Conductors

Existing conductors to be reinstalled or resagged shall be strung to "final" sag table values indicated for the particular conductor type and size involved.

3.1.5.7 New Conductor Installation

String new conductors to "initial" sag table values recommended by the manufacturer for conductor type and size of conductor and ruling span indicated.

3.1.5.8 Fittings

Dead end fittings, clamp or compression type, shall conform to written

SECTION 33 71 01 Page 11 recommendations of conductor manufacturer and shall develop full ultimate strength of conductor.

3.1.5.9 Aluminum Connections

Make aluminum connections to copper or other material using only splices, connectors, lugs, or fittings designed for that specific purpose. Keep a copy of manufacturer's instructions for applying these fittings at job site for use of the inspector.

3.1.6 Risers

Secure galvanized steel conduits on poles by two hole galvanized steel pipe straps spaced as indicated and within 3 feet of any outlet or termination. Ground metallic conduits.

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

3.2.1 General

The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer 14 days prior to conducting tests. The Contractor shall furnish materials, labor, and equipment necessary to conduct field tests. The Contractor shall perform tests and inspections recommended by the manufacturer unless specifically waived by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall maintain a written record of tests which includes date, test performed, personnel involved, devices tested, serial number and name of test equipment, and test results. Field reports will be signed and dated by the Contractor.

3.2.2 Safety

The Contractor shall provide and use safety devices such as rubber gloves, protective barriers, and danger signs to protect and warn personnel in the test vicinity. The Contractor shall replace any devices or equipment which are damaged due to improper test procedures or handling.

3.2.3 Performance of Acceptance Checks and Tests

Perform in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and include the following visual and mechanical inspections and electrical tests, performed in accordance with NETA ATS.

3.2.3.1 Current Transformers

a. Visual and Mechanical Inspection

(1) Compare equipment nameplate data with specifications and approved shop drawings.

(2) Inspect physical and mechanical condition.

(3) Verify correct connection.

(4) Verify tightness of accessible bolted electrical connections by calibrated torque-wrench method.

(5) Verify that all required grounding and shorting connections provide good contact.

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b. Electrical Tests

(1) Perform resistance measurements through all bolted connections with low-resistance ohmmeter

(2) Perform insulation-resistance tests.

(3) Perform polarity tests.

(4) Perform ratio-verification tests.

3.2.3.2 Metering

a. Visual and Mechanical Inspection

(1) Compare equipment nameplate data with specifications and approved shop drawings.

(2) Inspect physical and mechanical condition.

(3) Verify tightness of electrical connections.

b. Electrical Tests

(1) Verify accuracy of meters at 25 percent, 50 percent, 75 percent, and 100 percent of full scale.

(2) Calibrate watthour meters according to manufacturer's published data.

(3) Verify all instrument multipliers.

3.2.3.3 Grounding System

a. Visual and mechanical inspection

(1) Inspect ground system for compliance with contract plans and specifications.

b. Electrical tests

(1) Perform ground-impedance measurements utilizing the fall-of-potential method. On systems consisting of interconnected ground rods, perform tests after interconnections are complete.

On systems consisting of a single ground rod perform tests before any wire is connected. Take measurements in normally dry weather, not less than 48 hours after rainfall. Use a portable ground testing megger in accordance with manufacturer's instructions to test each ground or group of grounds. The instrument shall be equipped with a meter reading directly in ohms or fractions thereof to indicate the ground value of the ground rod or grounding systems under test.

3.2.4 Devices Subject to Manual Operation

Each device subject to manual operation shall be operated at least three times, demonstrating satisfactory operation each time.

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3.2.5 Follow-Up Verification

Upon completion of acceptance checks and tests, the Contractor shall show by demonstration in service that circuits and devices are in good operating condition and properly performing the intended function. As an exception to requirements stated elsewhere in the contract, the Contracting Officer shall be given 5 working days advance notice of the dates and times of checking and testing.

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33 71 01 - OVERHEAD TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS
1.3 SUBMITTALS
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.4.1 Ground Resistance Test Reports
1.4.2 Field Test Plan

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
2.2 POLES
2.2.1 Wood Poles
2.3 CROSSARMS
2.3.1 Composite Crossarms
2.3.2 Crossarm Braces
2.3.3 Armless Construction
2.4 HARDWARE
2.5 INSULATORS
2.6 OVERHEAD CONDUCTORS
2.6.1 Aluminum
2.6.1.1 Aluminum Alloy
2.7 GUY STRAND
2.8 ROUND GUY GUARDS
2.8.1 Guy Attachment
2.9 ANCHORS AND ANCHOR RODS
2.9.1 Screw Anchors
2.10 GROUND RODS
2.10.1 Ground Wire
2.11 SURGE ARRESTERS
2.12 FUSED CUTOUTS
2.13 CONDUIT RISERS AND CONDUCTORS
2.14 ELECTRICAL TAPES
2.15 CALKING COMPOUND
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
3.1.1 Wood Pole Installation
3.1.1.1 Setting Depth of Pole
3.1.1.2 Setting in Soil, Sand, and Gravel
3.1.1.3 Setting in Solid Rock
3.1.1.4 Setting With Soil Over Solid Rock
3.1.1.5 Setting on Sloping Ground
3.1.1.6 Backfill
3.1.1.7 Setting Poles
3.1.1.8 Alignment of Poles
3.1.2 Anchors and Guys
3.1.2.1 Setting Anchors
3.1.2.2 Screw Anchors
3.1.2.3 Swamp Anchors
3.1.2.4 Setting Guy Strands
3.1.3 Hardware
3.1.4 Grounding
3.1.4.1 Ground Rod Connections
3.1.4.2 Grounding and Grounded Connections
3.1.4.3 Protective Molding
3.1.5 CONDUCTOR INSTALLATION
3.1.5.1 Line Conductors
3.1.5.2 Connectors and Splices
3.1.5.3 Conductor-To-Insulator Attachments
3.1.5.4 Armor Rods
3.1.5.5 Ties
3.1.5.6 Reinstalling Conductors
3.1.5.7 New Conductor Installation
3.1.5.8 Fittings
3.1.5.9 Aluminum Connections

3.1.6 Risers

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
3.2.1 General
3.2.2 Safety
3.2.3 Performance of Acceptance Checks and Tests
3.2.3.1 Current Transformers
3.2.3.2 Metering
3.2.3.3 Grounding System
3.2.4 Devices Subject to Manual Operation
3.2.5 Follow-Up Verification

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