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HomeMy WebLinkAboutB16-0296_E0.1_1478898132.pdfELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS: DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 26 00 10 - GENERAL PROVISIONS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 PROJECT DESCRIPTION A. This project is a remodel and addition of a multi-family residence. The project is approximately 3,900 square feet located at 304 Bridge St. in Vail, Colorado. 1.02 PROVISIONS A. Work performed under this division of the specifications shall conform to the requirements of Division 1, and the electrical drawings and all items hereinafter specified. 1. The drawings and specifications for the electrical work are intended to describe a complete electrical system; omission of minor items obviously necessary to accomplish the above intent shall not relieve the Contractor from providing same. 2. Prior to any work being performed under this division examine architectural, civil, mechanical, and interior design drawings and specifications and if any discrepancies occur between them and the electrical drawings and specifications, report same to the Architect in writing and obtain written instructions for the work. 3. Electrical drawings are diagrammatic but shall be followed as closely as actual construction of the building will permit. All changes from drawings necessary to make the electrical work conform to the building as constructed shall be made without cost to the Owner. 4. Coordinate the electrical work with the General Contractor and be responsible to him for satisfactory progress of same. Coordinate electrical work with all other trades on the project without cost to the Owner. 5. Do not scale drawings. Verify dimensions on architectural drawings and in field prior to commencement of work. 6. All work and materials covered by drawings and specifications shall be subject to review at any time by representatives of the Architect and Owner. If the Architect or Owner's agent finds any material or installation that does not conform to these drawings and specifications, Contractor shall remove the material from the premises and correct the installation to the satisfaction of the agent. 7. In acceptance or rejection of installed electrical systems, no allowance will be made for lack of skill on the part of the installers. 1.03 WORK INCLUDED A. The electrical system required for this work to include, but is not necessarily limited to: 1. Complete branch circuit wiring for lighting, motors, receptacles, junction boxes, and similar uses. 2. Lighting fixtures, wall switches, receptacles and similar items. 3. Power Owner furnished equipment. 1.04 CODES AND STANDARDS A. The applicable and enforced editions of the following Codes and published standards (including supplements and official interpretations) are minimum requirements: 1. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code (NEC). 2. NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code. 3. Conform to all applicable State and Local Codes. 4. American National Standards Institute (ANSI). 5. National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). 6. National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA). 7. Underwriter's Laboratories (UL). 8. Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA). 9. International Residential Building Code. 10. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). B. Comply with requirements of Underwriters Laboratories for all items installed for which U.L. standards have been established. C. The complete installation shall comply with requirements of the utility company furnishing service to this installation. D. The drawings and specifications take precedence when they are more stringent than codes, statutes, or ordinances in effect. Applicable codes, ordinances, standards and statutes take precedence when they are more stringent or conflict with the drawings and specifications. 1.05 EXAMINATION OF BIDDING DOCUMENTS A. Each bidder shall examine the bidding documents carefully, and not later than seven days prior to the date of receipt of bids, shall make written request to the Architect for interpretation or correction of any discrepancies, ambiguities, inconsistencies, or errors therein which he may discover. The Architect will issue any interpretation or correction as an Addendum. Only a written interpretation or correction by addendum shall be binding. No bidder shall rely upon interpretations or corrections given by any other method. If discrepancies, ambiguities, inconsistencies, or errors are not covered by addendum or written directive, Contractor shall include in his bid, labor, materials and methods of construction resulting in higher cost. After award of contract, no allowance or extra compensation will be made on behalf of the Contractor due to his failure to make the written requests as described above. B. Failure to request clarification during the bid phase of any inadequacy, omission, or conflict will not relieve the Contractor of their responsibilities. The signing of the contract will be considered as implicitly denoting that the Contractor has a thorough comprehension of the full intent and scope of the working drawings and specifications. 1.06 EXAMINATION OF PREMISES A. Visit site prior to bid and verify that conditions are as indicated. Contractor shall include in his bid costs required to make his work meet existing conditions. 1.07 EXISTING CONDITIONS A. Existing systems and conditions shown on drawings for existing buildings are to be noted "for guidance only". The Electrical Contractor shall field check all existing conditions prior to bidding and is to include in his bid an allowance for extension, removal and/or relocation of existing conduits, wires, devices, fixtures, or other equipment as indicated on the plans or as required to coordinate and adapt new and existing electrical system to all other work. B. Where the reuse of existing conduits, wires, devices, etc. is permissible, make certain that the wiring for same is continuous from outlet to outlet and that such circuit or systems shall pass through no outlet or junction boxes which may be rendered inaccessible by the structural changes to be made to the building. Existing conduits, wire, devices, etc. which are not indicated for reuse shall become the property of this Contractor however lighting fixtures, panel fused switches, circuit breakers, fire alarm equipment, etc. shall become the property of the Owner. C. System outages shall be permitted only at times approved by Owner in writing. Work which could result in an accidental outage (beyond branch circuits) shall be performed with the Owner's maintenance personnel advised of such work. D. Service shall be maintained to existing areas during construction. Contractor shall provide portable generators, cables, outlets, etc. as required to maintain continuity of service. Placement of such portable equipment shall be subject to Owner approval. Generator system shall be complete and operable and shall include required accessories, fuel tanks, piping, muffler, block heater, battery charger, etc. E. Immediately after award of contract, verify available physical space and ampacity of existing panelboards and load centers, and provide written documentation of findings to the Architect/Engineer. Documentation shall include a minimum 24-hour recording ampere reading on all existing switchgear being utilized for this project. F. Provide new updated panelboard directories for existing and new circuits being utilized for completion of project. 1.08 PERMITS, FEES & NOTICES A. Obtain and pay for all necessary permits, inspections and certificates that may be necessary for the full completion of the work. Furnish the Architect with a certificate of final inspection and approval from the AHJ over the electrical installation. B. Notify proper authorities when work is ready for inspections required by applicable codes, rules and regulations, allowing sufficient time for inspections to be made without hindering progress of the work. Furnish to the Owner copies of inspection certificates of acceptance. 1.09 TESTS A. Upon completion of all work and adjustment of all equipment, provide complete operational tests of all electrical equipment provided under this division. 1.10 WARRANTY A. Guarantee that all work governed by this division shall be free of defects in workmanship, materials and parts for a period of one (1) year after written acceptance. Promptly repair, revise, and replace defects as directed with no additional cost to the Owner (lamps and fuses are exempt). 1.11 RECORD DRAWINGS A. During the progress of the work, maintain an accurate record of the installation of the electrical system. Upon completion of the electrical installation, transfer all record data to prints of the original drawings. Drawings shall include all addendum items, change orders, alternates, reroutings, etc. As a condition of acceptance of the project, deliver to the Architect one copy of the record drawings. 1.12 PROTECTION A. Of People: Arrange barriers, signs, etc. as required to minimize the hazard of people. Comply with applicable safety and health regulations. Coordinate as necessary with the Owner and the General Contractor. B. Of Work: Take all measures necessary to protect the work both before and after installation, to assure that it will be in clean, undamaged, unblemished condition when turned over to the Owner. Repair/replace work damaged during construction. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 STANDARD FOR MATERIALS A. All electrical material shall be new and of the quality and type specified. B. Manufacturer and catalog number shown in these specifications or on drawings are intended as a guide to quality. Equivalent materials and equipment of other manufacturers will be considered provided such substitutions are requested in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 2.03 and shall include all information necessary to support the claim of equivalency. C. No extension of completion date shall be allowed for time lost in consideration, shipping, or installation of approved substitutions. Review of substitutions signifies general equality of materials and equipment only. This review does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for proper operation of the system, compliance with specifications and necessary changes due to dimensional differences or space requirements. 2.02 SHOP DRAWINGS A. Shop drawings required for this project are as follows: 1. Light fixtures 2. Lighting control devices 3. Panelboards/Loadcenters 4. Circuit Breakers 5. Wiring devices 6. Fire alarm and detection system 7. Disconnects/Safety Switches 8. Electrical heating cable and controls B. Present shop drawing submittal data at one time, in electronic (PDF) formate, indexed in a neat and orderly manner. Partial submittals will not be accepted. Provide submittal data in accordance Division I. C. Place orders for all equipment in time to prevent any delay in construction schedule or completion of project. If any materials or equipment are not ordered in time, additional charges made by equipment manufacturers to complete their equipment in time to meet construction schedule, together with any special handling charges, shall be borne by the Contractor. D. Shop drawings: Contractor agrees that shop drawing submittals processed by the engineer are not change orders; that the purpose of shop drawing submittals by the Contractor is to demonstrate to the engineer that the Contractor understands the design concept, that he demonstrates his understanding by indicating which equipment and material he intends to provide and by detailing the fabrication and installation methods he intends to use. Contractor further agrees that if deviations, discrepancies, or conflicts between shop drawing submittals and contract documents in the form of design drawings and specifications are discovered either prior to or after shop drawing submittals are processed by the engineer, the design drawings and specifications shall control and shall be followed. 2.03 BID ALTERNATE(S) A. Refer to Division 1 for additional information. B. Alternate(s) for Material and Equipment 1. Equipment and material bid alternate(s) shall be proposed as additive or deductive alternate(s) to specified items by submitting it as a separate line item from the base bid on the Bidder's letterhead. 2. Such bid alternate proposals shall not be substituted or included in the base bid. Bid alternate proposal(s) must be accompanied by full descriptive data on the proposed equipment, together with a statement of the cost to be added or deducted for each item. The bid alternate shall include all materials, equipment, labor, connections, coordination with all other trades, etc. for a complete and operational system. 3. The Contractor shall submit the bid alternates at the time the base bids are due. 2.04 SUBSTITUTIONS A. Bidder's Choice: Material or equipment listed by several manufacturers' names are intended to be bidder's choice, and any of the listed manufacturers may be used in the base bid. B. Performance Specifications: When any item is specified by requirements to meet a performance, industry or regulating body standard, or is specified by a generic spec, (no manufacturer's name listed) no prior review by the Engineer is needed unless specifically called for in these specifications. C. Contractor to be responsible for any changes and costs to accommodate any equipment except the first named in the specification. D. Substitutions of Material (Contractor and owner initiated) 1. Other items of material and equipment not listed as equivalents may be offered (at the Contractor's option) as substitutions to specified items by submitting it as a separate price with his base bid on the Bidder's letterhead. 2. Such substitute proposals shall not be included under the base bid and must be accompanied by full descriptive data on the proposed equipment, together with a statement of the cost to be deducted for each item and all deviations from specified items. Highlight all difference from specified equipment. If any such substitutions are to be considered, the Contractor shall submit a list of the proposed substitution items within 14 days of award of contract. Late requests for proposed substitutions shall not be accepted by the Engineer due to scheduling or delivery concerns. 3. If substitutions are rejected, Electrical Contractor shall supply base bid item as specified. 2.05 PRODUCT HANDLING A. Use all means necessary to protect electrical system materials before, during and after installation and to protect the installed work and materials of all other trades. B. In the event of damage, immediately make all repairs and replacements necessary to the approval of the Architect at no additional cost to the Owner. C. Upon completion of all installations, lamping and testing, thoroughly inspect all exposed portions of the electrical installation and completely remove all exposed labels, soil, markings, and foreign materials. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 WORKMANSHIP AND COMPLETION OF INSTALLATION A. Contractor's personnel and subcontractors selected to perform the work shall be well versed and skilled in the trades involved. B. Coordinate electrical equipment and materials installation with other building components. C. Sequence, coordinate, and integrate installations of electrical materials and equipment for efficient flow of the Work. Give particular attention to large equipment requiring positioning prior to closing-in the building. D. Any changes or deviations from the drawings and specifications must be accepted in writing by the Architect/Engineer. All errors in installation shall be corrected at the expense of the Contractor. All specialties shall be installed as detailed on the drawings. Where detail or specific installation requirements are not provided, manufacturer's recommendations shall be followed. E. Upon completion of work, all equipment and materials shall be installed complete, thoroughly checked, correctly adjusted, and left ready for intended use or operation. All work shall be thoroughly cleaned and all residue shall be removed from surfaces. Exterior surfaces of all material and equipment shall be delivered in a perfect, unblemished condition. F. Contractor shall provide a complete installation, including all required labor, material, cartage, insurance, permits, and taxes. 3.02 PROGRESS OF WORK A. Order the progress of electrical work to conform to the progress of the work of the other trades. Complete the entire installation as soon as the condition of the building will permit. Any cost resulting from defective or ill-timed work performed under this Section shall be borne by this Contractor. 3.03 CUTTING AND PATCHING A. Provide all cutting, trenching, backfilling, patching and refinishing or resurfacing required for electrical work in a manner meeting the approval of the Engineer and at no additional cost to the Owner. B. All openings made in fire-rated walls, floors, or ceilings shall be patched and made tight in a manner to conform to the fire rating for the surface penetrated. 3.04 DELIVERY AND STORAGE OF MATERIALS A. Arrange and be held responsible for delivery and safe storage of materials and equipment for electrical installation. B. Carefully check materials furnished to this Contractor for installation, and provide receipt acknowledging acceptance of delivery and condition of the materials received. Thereafter, assume full responsibility for its safekeeping until the final installation has been reviewed and accepted. 3.05 PROTECTION OF WORK AND PROPERTY A. Close all conduit openings with caps or plugs during installation. Cover all fixtures and equipment and protect against injury. At the final completion, clean all work and deliver in an unblemished condition, or refinish and repaint at the discretion of the Architect. B. Any equipment or conduit systems found to have been damaged or contaminated above “MILL” or “SHOP” conditions shall be replaced or cleaned to the Engineer's satisfaction. 3.06 FINAL ACCEPTANCE A. Final acceptance by the Owner will not occur until all operating instructions are received and Owner's personnel have been thoroughly indoctrinated in the maintenance and operation of all equipment. B. Operating manual, parts lists, and indoctrination of operating and maintenance personnel: Furnish the services of a qualified representative of the supplier for each item or system itemized below who shall instruct specific personnel, as designated by the Owner, in the operation and maintenance of that item or system. C. Instruction shall be made when the particular system is complete and shall be of the number of hours indicated and at the time requested by the Owner. A representative of the Electrical Contractor shall be present for all demonstrations. Provide the following hours of instruction for each system: 1. Lighting control system - 4hrs. D. Provide complete operating manuals and parts lists to the Owner (or his designated representative), in electronic (PDF) format, at the time of the above required indoctrination. Fully explain the contents of the manuals as part of required indoctrination and instruct the Owner's personnel in the correct procedure in obtaining service, both during and after the guarantee period. The operating manual and parts lists shall give complete information as to whom the Owner shall contact for service and parts, including the address and phone number. Furnish evidence that an authorized service organization regularly carries a complete stock of repair parts for these items (or systems), and that the organization is available for service. Service shall be furnished within twenty four (24) hours after requested. E. Clean up: Remove all materials, scrap, etc., relative to the electrical installation and leave the premises and all equipment, lamps, fixtures, etc. in a clean, orderly condition. F. Acceptance Demonstration: Upon completion of the work, at a time to be designated by the Architect, the Contractor shall demonstrate for the Owner the operation of the entire installation, including all systems provided under this contract. 3.07 IDENTIFICATION A. General: Provide the following services and materials to assist the Owner in operation and maintenance. B. Directory Cards, Nameplates and Labels: No temporary markings, which are visible on equipment, shall remain after the project is complete. Repaint trims, housing, etc., where such markings cannot be readily removed. Defaced finishes must be refinished. All engraved metal or plastic nameplates shall be white letters on a black or gray background. Raised letter type tape shall not be used. No abbreviations in labeling will be permitted without special approval. All panelboards shall be labeled as designated on the electrical drawings. Thoroughly clean surface to which pressure sensitive type labels are applied to assure adherence of label. Directory cards, nameplates, and labels shall indicate the general area and type of electrical load served by each circuit. Provide the following types of labels at these locations. 1. On each feeder switch, combination starter, or circuit breaker located in motor control centers, main service equipment, the main switchboard or panelboard, subdistribution panelboards, and all special equipment housed in cabinets, the labeling shall be one fourth inch (1/4”) minimum height letters. 2. On each separate mounted disconnect and starter for a motor or fixed appliance, indicate motor or appliance designation, voltage, and phase. (Motor or appliance designations shall be as given on the Mechanical or Architectural plans.) Use three-sixteenth inch (3/16”) minimum height letters. 3. On telephone terminals indicate terminal number. 4. On all branch circuit loadcenters/panelboards indicate panel designation, voltage and phase. Use one-half inch (1/2”) engraved letters on laminated nameplate. Apply to the inside of each door. 5. For all branch circuit panel directories, provide neatly typed, removable cards and protective plastic faces. Handwritten panel directories will not be accepted. Spare circuit breakers shall be identified as such. 6. For all device plates for switches used to control exhaust fans or other equipment, provide one-eighth inch (1/8”) minimum height black filled, engraved letters on stainless steel device plates. 7. Underground Utility Identification: Provide a six-inch (6”) wide, yellow colored plastic tape. Install the tape for the continuous length of all underground primary raceways provided under this contract. Tape shall be buried not less than twelve inches (12”) below finished grade. Tape shall be Brady “Identoline” or acceptable and imprinted in large, legible, black letters “Caution - Electrical Utilities Below”. 3.08 CONSTRUCTION LIGHTING AND POWER A. Provide all temporary facilities required to supply construction power and light. Install and maintain facilities in a manner that will protect the public and workmen. Comply with all applicable laws and regulations. B. The General Contractor shall pay for all power and light used by him and his subcontractors where construction power is separately metered, or is taken from the permanent project metered service solely for construction use. 3.09 REMODELING PROVISIONS A. Existing systems and conditions shown on the drawings are provided for guidance only. The Electrical Contractor shall field check all existing conditions prior to bidding and shall include in his bid an allowance for the removal and relocation of existing conduits, wires, devices, fixtures, or other equipment as indicated on the plans or as required to coordinate and adapt new and existing electrical systems to all other work required for this project. B. Where the reuse of existing conduits, outlets, junction boxes, etc., is permissible, make certain that the wiring form them is continuous from outlet to outlet. Provide modifications to assure that circuits, or system, shall not pass through outlets or junction boxes which may be rendered inaccessible by changes to be made to the building. Existing conduits, wire, devices, fixtures, etc., which shall be removed shall become the property of this Contractor unless otherwise noted. C. Connect new work to existing in a manner that will assure proper raceway grounding throughout in conformance with the National Electrical Code. D. Remodel Work Cutting and Patching: The Contractor shall perform cutting, channeling, chasing, drilling, etc., as required to install or remove electrical equipment in areas of remodeling. This work shall be performed so as to minimize damage to portions of wall finishes, surfaces, plastering, or the structure which are to be reused, resurfaced, plastered or painted under another division of these specifications. E. Carefully coordinate with the required remodeling work, cutting and patching etc., performed by the other trades. Remove or relocate existing electrical conduits, wires, devices, fixtures and other equipment as necessary. F. All outages on portions of existing electrical systems shall be minimized and shall be at a time and of duration as accepted by the Owner. 3.10 ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION A. Examination 1. Verity field measurements and circuiting arrangements are as shown on drawings. 2. Verify that abandoned wiring and equipment serve only abandoned facilities. 3. Demolition drawings are based on casual field observation and existing record documents. Report discrepancies to Architect before disturbing existing installation. 4. Beginning of demolition means installer accepts existing conditions. B. Preparation 1. Disconnect electrical systems in walls, floors, and ceilings scheduled for removal. 2. Coordinate outages with Architect/Owner. 3. Provide temporary wiring and connections to maintain existing systems in service during construction. When work must be performed on energized equipment or circuits, use personnel experienced in such operations. C. Demolition and Extension of Existing Electrical Work 1. Demolish and extend existing electrical work under provisions of Division 1, Division 2, and this section. 2. Remove, relocate, and extend existing installations to accommodate new construction. 3. Remove abandoned wiring to source of supply. 4. Remove exposed abandoned conduit. Cut conduit flush with walls and floors, and patch surfaces. 5. Disconnect abandoned outlets and remove devices. Remove abandoned outlets if conduit servicing them is abandoned and removed. Provide blank cover for abandoned outlets, which are not removed. 6. Disconnect and remove abandoned loadcenters/panelboards and distribution equipment. 7. Disconnect and remove electrical devices and equipment serving utilization equipment that has been removed. 8. Disconnect and remove abandoned luminaires. Remove brackets, stems, hangers, and other accessories. 9. Repair adjacent construction and finishes damaged during demolition and extension work. 10. Maintain access to existing electrical installations, which remain active. Modify installation or provide access panel as appropriate. 11. Extend existing installations using materials and methods compatible with existing electrical installation, or as specified in individual section. D. Cleaning and Repair 1. Clean and repair existing materials and equipment, which remain or are to be reused. 2. Panelboards: Clean exposed surfaces and check tightness of electrical connections. Replace damaged circuit breakers and provide closure plates for vacant positions. Provide typed circuit directory showing revised circuiting arrangement. 3. Luminaries: Remove existing luminaires for cleaning. Use mild detergent to clean all exterior and interior surfaces; rinse with clean water and wipe dry. Replace lamps, non-operational ballasts, and broken electrical parts. E. Installation 1. Install relocated materials and equipment under the provisions of Division 1. END OF SECTION 26 00 10 SECTION 26 10 00 - BASIC MATERIALS AND METHODS PART 1 - GENERAL (Not Used) PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 RACEWAYS AND FITTINGS A. Conduit: 1. Conduits installed underground or in grade slabs shall be Schedule 40 PVC with ground wire. 2. Conduits subject to mechanical damage or where otherwise required by code shall be galvanized rigid heavy wall conduit; all other conduit may be electric metallic tubing. 3. Flexible metallic conduit shall be used where vibration or other reasons do not allow solid connections to motors, equipment, etc. Flex may also be used to fish in existing walls or where required to connection in millwork. The use of flex shall be held to a minimum. Where flexible metallic conduit is used in areas subject to moisture, PVC-coated flex (Liquidtight) shall be used. 4. In projects of Type III, IV, and V, and where approved by applicable codes type “NMC” cable may be used for branch circuits. 2.02 WIRE AND CABLE A. Voltage range 0 to 24: High conductivity copper, thermo-plastic insulation, 300 volt rating. B. Voltage range 24 to 600: High conductivity copper, moisture-resistant thermo-plastic insulation, 600 volt 75°C rating for general use. For HID fixtures and wiring within 3 inches of fluorescent ballasts, wire shall be copper, minimum 90°C rated. Sizes indicated are for installation in a maximum 30°C ambient. Conductor ampacity shall be derated for higher ambient installations. C. Conductors used specifically for equipment or service ground may be bare or have insulation to match circuit/feeder conductors. 2.03 WIRE CONNECTIONS A. All electrical connections shall be electrically and mechanically secure, using the following methods: 1. Wire size #8 and smaller--pressure type connectors (scotch-lok) or equivalent. 2. Wire size #6 and larger--mechanical or compression lugs, Burndy, T & B, Ilsco or equivalent. B. Wire termination provisions for panelboards, circuit breakers, safety switches, and all other electrical apparatus shall be listed as suitable for 75°C. 2.04 SURFACE RACEWAYS A. Surface Metal Raceways: Galvanized steel with snap-on covers. Manufacturers standard enamel finish in color selected by Architect. B. Manufacturer shall be Thomas& Betts Corporation, Walker systems, Inc. (The Wiremold Company), or approved equal. 2.05 OUTLET BOXES A. Outlet boxes shall be: one piece steel, galvanized, Steel City Electric, Appleton Electric, Raco or approved equivalent. Where NMC or ENT is used, plastic boxes are acceptable. 2.06 DEVICES A. Wiring devices shall be and rated at 20 amperes for light switches and 20 amperes for duplex receptacles. Switches, receptacles, and other devices shall be Leviton Decora style, or Pass Seymour, Cooper, or Hubbell equivalent. Color shall be as directed by Architect. B. GFCI receptacles shall be straight blade feed through type with indicator light that is lighted when device is tripped. C. Switches shall be 120/277V, 20A, rocker type. D. Dimmers shall be continuous adjustable slider, modular, full wave, solid state units with integral quiet ON/OFF switch with audible frequency and EMI/RFI suppression filters. E. Fan Speed Control: Modular, 120V, full wave, solid-state units with integral, quiet ON/OFF switches and audible frequency and EMI/RFI filters. Comply with UL 1917. Controller shall be three speed adjustable slider, 1.5A F. Wall plates shall be smooth, high-impact thermoplastic material for finished spaces. Galvanized steel for unfinished spaces. Cast aluminum with spring-loaded lift cover and listed and labeled for use in “wet locations” in damp spaces. G. Wet locations weatherproof cover plates shall be NEMA250, complying with type 3R weather resistant in-use rating die-cast aluminum with lockable cover. H. Flush floor receptacle outlets shall be round stamped steel box Hubbell #B-2527 with duplex flap brass cover #S-3925. Provide carpet or tile flange to match floor finish. I. Multi outlet assemblies shall be aluminum 4” high, divided channel raceway for use as a complete matching assembly. Duplex 20 amp receptacles shall be located every 18” or as shown in drawings. Route #12AWG minimum. Derate conductors as required by NEC. 2.07 DISCONNECTS A. Safety switches shall be standard-duty, quick-make, quick-break with cover interlock, fusible or non-fusible, and grounding lugs in enclosure to suit locations and requirements. G.E., Siemens, Square D, Cutler-Hammer. 2.08 FUSES A. Time delay, rejection type, high capacity or current limiting as shown on the drawings. Manufacturers shall be Bussmann, Littelfuse or Gould Shawmut. B. Provide one (1) set of three (3) spare fuses for each size and type provided on this project. Provide fuses in a sheet metal storage cabinet with a hinged door equipped with clips or cubicles, each marked with the size and type fuse stored therein. Provide nameplate "Spare Fuses". Install in locations as directed by Owner. 2.09 EXTERNAL PULLBOXES A. Pullboxes, cabinets, etc. mounted on the exterior at grade level shall be weatherproof type with hinged lockable covers secured with tamperproof screws. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 CONDUIT INSTALLATION A. All feeder wiring shall be installed in listed metallic raceways or metal-clad (MC) cable. Raceways in slab-on-grade or below grade shall be schedule 40 PVC. Transitions from below to above grade shall be with rigid steel elbows with P.V.C. Jacket or approved equal protection. EMT fittings shall be malleable iron or steel. Connectors shall be insulated throat type. B. Make conduit bends with standard conduit elbows or conduit bent to not less than the same radius. All bends shall be free from dents or flattening. C. All fittings in wet places, locations exposed to weather, or buried in masonry, concrete or fill, shall be water-tight. Apply listed compound to threads of raceway and fittings before making up joints. Follow compound manufacturer's instructions. D. At locations subject to moisture or vibration, use insulating bushings to protect conductors, including conductors smaller than No. 4 AWG. E. Cap conduit ends to prevent entrance of foreign materials during construction. F. Run concealed conduits in a direct line. Run exposed conduits parallel to, or at right angles with, lines of the building. Install all conduits at least 6" away from flues, steam and hot water pipes. Install horizontal raceway runs above water and steam piping. G. Run underground conduits a minimum of 2' 0" below grade. H. All empty raceway systems shall have a polypropylene pullwire or equal, and shall be identified at all junction, pull and termination points using permanent metallic tags. Tag shall indicate intended use of conduit, origination, and termination points of each individual conduit. I. Non-metallic and flexible metal conduits shall have a code-sized copper grounding conductor. Increase conduit size as required. J. Conduits penetrating through roof shall have roof flashing with caulk type counter flashing sleeve. Installation shall be watertight. 3.02 WIRE INSTALLATION A. Branch circuit conductors shall be as follows: 1. For general applications through size #8: Type NMC with THWN 75oC wire and full size ground, or type THHN 90oC. 2. Branch circuit conductors through size #10 to be solid, #8 and larger stranded. 3. Unless indicated on the drawings, (the minimum) wire used for branch circuits shall be #12 THWN protected by 20 ampere circuit breakers. 4. Branch circuits for receptacles shall be on 20 amp, single pole circuit breakers with #12 conductors. No more than eight (8) duplex receptacles shall be on any one branch circuit. Circuits serving bathroom GFCI receptacles may serve lighting but shall not serve any other receptacles. 5. Lighting branch circuit shall not be loaded to more than 70% of breaker rating, in effect, 14 amps per circuit. B. The drawings indicate the general direction of routes of branch circuit home runs. Continue all such home runs to panels as though the routes were completely indicated. 1. Conductors shall be continuous from outlet box to outlet box, or junction box, with no splices except in such boxes. 2. Do not install wire in conduits until after plastering or drywall is completed and all moisture has been removed from conduits. 3.03 WIRING DEVICE INSTALLATION A. Review architectural and mechanical drawings before installing outlets. Changing of outlets to conform to these drawings and any other slight change in mounting height or location of outlets required shall be considered as a part of this contract. Use outlet boxes of sufficient size and shape to best suit the particular location and to contain the enclosed wire and connections without crowding. Size all boxes per N.E.C. Article 370. B. Switch and receptacle outlet boxes shall be standard boxes with cover plates. Where more than one switch or device is located at one point, use gang boxes and gang cover plates. C. Receptacles in wet locations shall be installed with a hinged outlet cover/enclosure marked “suitable for wet locations while in use” and “UL listed”. There must be a gasket between the enclosure and the mounting surface, and between and hinged cover and mounting plate/base to assure proper seal. Taymac; specification grade or equivalent. D. Flush mount lighting switches 4'0" centerline above finished floor unless otherwise indicated. Flush mount wall type receptacles and other wall mounted wiring devices and outlets 14 inches centerline above finished floor unless otherwise indicated. E. Route dedicated neutral conductors on line and load side of dimmers per manufacturer's instructions. F. Set metal floor boxes level. Trim after installation to fit flush with finished floor surfaces. G. Set non-metallic floor boxes level. Trim after installation to fit flush with finished floor surfaces. 3.04 MOTORS, MOTOR STARTERS, SAFETY DISCONNECTS, MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT CONTROLS INSTALLATION A. Coordinate all wiring, safety switches, disconnects, motor controls and mechanical control systems with Mechanical contractor. B. Provide all safety switches for mechanical equipment. C. Mechanical starters to be provided by Electrical contractor. All motor starters to be wired by Electrical contractor. D. Provide all required 120 volt connections for mechanical controls. 3.05 DEVICES A. Support all panels, junction boxes and other electrical devices in a manner as required by the N.E.C. Use extra bracing, supports, etc. as necessary to provide a proper and substantial base to which all electrical equipment is attached. 3.06 EQUIPMENT FURNISHED BY OTHERS and/or owner A. Verify exact location and requirements of equipment to be furnished by others prior to rough-in. B. Coordinate exact appliances and owner provided equipment electrical requirements prior to rough-in. Verify all electrical requirements and power connection locations. All wiring and power connections shall be in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, installation instructions, and wiring diagrams. C. See Mechanical drawings for location of mechanical equipment. Provide service to, and connect equipment as required. D. Inspect owner furnished equipment for damage, defects, missing components, etc. Report deficiencies to the Owner immediately. Do not install or connect deficient equipment. 3.07 EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS A. Final connections to motors, transformers and other vibrating equipment shall be with seal tite flex and approved fittings. Do not secure conduits, disconnects, or devices to ductwork or mechanical equipment. B. Final connections to equipment shall be in accordance with manufacturer's approved wiring diagrams, details, and instructions. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to provide materials and equipment compatible with equipment actually supplied. C. Electrical Contractor shall provide controls, interlocks, accessories, etc. in motor control starters as required by the temperature control Contractor. Starters shall contain 120V control transformer, pilot light, and pushbuttons or selector switch as required, in addition to other items (auxiliary contacts, door switches, relays, etc.) required. Submit elementary control diagrams. 3.08 PERMANENTLY INSTALLED EXTERIOR SPAS A. Provide an emergency power off switch within 5 feet from the inside walls of the spa. Emergency power off switch shall be Allen-Bradley Bulletin 800T push button station NEMA type 3R with hinged clear plastic cover. Provide a legend plate for each unit with designation: POWER/AC SHUTDOWN. B. Provide controls, relays, contactors, conduit and wire to activate shunt trip breakers and contactors to disconnect power spa motors and heater. C. Provide a 120-volt receptacle located a minimum of 10 feet from the inside wall of the spa and not more than 20 feet. The receptacle shall not be located more than 78 inches above the level of the spa. The receptacle branch circuit shall have GFCI protection. D. Branch circuit conductors with GFCI protection shall be in dedicated raceway systems without conductors that do not have GFCI protection. END OF SECTION 26 10 00 SECTION 26 40 00 - ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND DISTRIBUTION PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 ELECTRICAL SERVICE CHARACTERISTICS A. The Contractor is responsible for all coordination with the utility company for this project to ensure the installation of electrical services shall be compatible with the utility company's requirements. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 BRANCH CIRCUIT PANELS A. Bolt on circuit breaker type with hinged door, indoor circuit directory. Circuit breakers to meet the non-interchangeability requirements of the N.E.C. where applicable; all breakers 20 ampere single pole unless otherwise noted; all multiple units common trip. Mains with lugs or main circuit breakers as shown on the panelboard schedules. All panels to have neutral and ground bus. General Electric, ITE, Square D, Cutler-Hammer equivalent. B. Residential load centers may be plug-in, full module circuit breakers. C. Molded case circuit breakers with series-connected rating interrupting capacity to meet available fault currents. GFCI circuit breakers shall be single or two pole configurations with 30 mA trip sensitivity. AFCI circuit breakers shall be single pole configuration that provides protection from an arcing fault by de-energizing the circuit when the fault is detected. Shunt trip circuit breaker energized from a separate 120V circuit set to trip at 75 % of rated voltage. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 MOUNTING A. Install distribution equipment in accordance with manufacturer's recommendation, and as shown on the drawings. B. Install wall-mounted equipment 5' 0" centerline above finished floor unless otherwise indicated. C. Install top of panelboards 6'6” above finished floor unless otherwise noted on the drawings. Mount plumb and rigid without distortion of box. Mount recessed panelboards with fronts uniformly flush with wall finish. 3.02 IDENTIFICATION A. Identify panelboard name, voltage and ampacity with engraved machine printed nameplate on panelboard mounted with corrosion resistant screws. B. Create a typewritten directory schedule indicating installed circuit loads mounted to inside door cover in removable transparent pocket. 3.03 COMPATIBILITY A. The Contractor is responsible for all coordination with the utility company for this project, to insure the installation of electrical services shall be compatible with the entire project, and to insure that electrical service is installed at a time as to provide necessary electrical power as required to the completed project. Single phase equipment on a three phase distribution system shall be connected to insure as near a balanced system load as possible. 3.04 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL SERVICE A. The Contractor shall provide a complete system of conduits, conductors, meter cans, CT cans, etc. required to provide secondary service entrance. B. Provide all trench and backfill required for installation of underground electrical service; see appropriate section, Division 1, or National Electrical Code for installation of underground services. 3.05 METERING A. Meter can to be provided by serving utility and installed by this Contractor. Meters to be installed by serving utility. 3.06 SERVICE GROUNDING A. Take necessary precautions to insure permanent and effective grounding of the service neutral and to insure continuity to ground through the conduit system to all raceways, panels, panelboards, lighting fixtures, switches, motors and other electrical enclosures, by the use of approved methods as defined in the National Electrical Code. Make all ground connections solderless. Securely bond the entire grounding system to cold water mains using rigid clamp jaw type fittings. If ground connection is made to cold water pipe line on building side of water meter, install jumpers by-passing meter. B. Where non-metallic piping is used for building service, tie reference ground only to metallic piping inside of building and provide a properly sized ground rod system for the primary ground system. Tie reference grounds for metallic piping to the primary ground system. END OF SECTION 26 40 00 SECTION 26 50 00 - LIGHTING & LIGHTING CONTROLS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 PROVISIONS A. Provide all interior and exterior lighting fixtures as shown on the plans and hereinafter specified. All items shall be provided to make a complete and operable lighting system, including lamps, ballasts, hangers, painting, plaster frames, etc. B. Fixtures shall be as shown in the fixture schedule. Catalog numbers shown are the latest available at the time of design. If discrepancies occur between description and catalog number, description will take precedence. C. Verify trim, finish and general description of all lighting fixtures through shop drawing approval prior to placing order for fixtures. Modify catalog numbers accordingly. D. If it is necessary for the Architect/Engineer to reselect light fixtures which are still available from the manufacturer (i.e. not “discontinued”) but cannot be obtained in time for installation as the result of the contractor's failure to promptly order such fixtures, the contractor shall be back charged at the rate of $75 per hour for the Architect's/Engineer's services. 1. Alternately, the Contractor may be required to pay to air freight fixtures to the construction site at no additional charge to the Owner if this will result in the specified fixtures being available for installation in time to meet the project schedule. PART 2 - EXECUTION 2.01 INSTALLATION A. Install lighting fixtures straight and true with reference to adjacent walls, and securely fasten to and support by structural members of the building. Refer to architectural or interior reflected ceiling plans and elevations for exact location of fixtures. B. Recessed light fixtures installed in gyp. board or plaster ceilings shall have plaster frames installed prior to ceiling material. END OF SECTION 26 50 00 DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY SYSTEMS SECTION 28 30 00 -FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS PART 1 - GENERAL 2.02 SMOKE DETECTOR SYSTEM [Residential systems only] A. The system shall consist of UL listed tandem wired multi-station smoke detectors with audible alarm and with auxiliary contact connected to the security system. The system shall comply with NFPA Standard 72. END OF SECTION 28 30 00 Sheet Title: Sheet No: Project No: Revisions: Issue Dates: Seal © 2016 Judge + Associates Architects + Planners 1509.00 Red Lion Condo 3 Renovation 304 Bridge St, Vail Village, CO Judge + Architects + Planners Vail CO 81658.1734 (970) 949.7034 Post Office Box 1734 Edwards, CO 81632 105 Edwards Village Blvd, Suite G104 email: general@vagarchitects.com Associates H "E" 03.14.16: PEC Meeting "H" 04.20.16: 40% DD E0.1 Electrical 09/23/16