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| Division 16 Electrical |
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| 16-1 | Basic Electrical Requirements |
| A. | Electrical Work Serving Other Divisions |
| In the past, the University has experienced problems arising from lack of coordination with other sections of the work. It is suggested, therefore, as a uniform procedure that the following division of work items be followed. |
| 1. | The subcontractor furnishing a piece of motorized equipment such as a fan, will furnish and install the motor. The electrical subcontractor will provide the wiring and make the connections. The control devices such as push-button and/or starter will normally be delivered to the electrical subcontractor by the contractor furnishing the motor and the electrical subcontractor will mount and connect these items. Motor disconnect switches or circuit breakers where required will be furnished, installed and connected by the electrical subcontractor. For specifying motor voltage rating see Division 15. |
| 2. | All factory wired and other line voltage control devices will be connected under the Electrical Division. Control devices will be mounted in place by the respective subcontractors furnishing and installing the equipment and will provide a complete wiring diagram for all electrical connections. |
| a. | All low voltage controls and wiring will be by respective subcontractors furnishing and installing such. |
| 3. | Electrical wiring of elevators and/or cranes will be done by the elevator and/or crane subcontractor. The electrical subcontractor shall carry electrical service to a designated location near the controller and terminate in a disconnect switch of specified size and type, and in addition, provide a convenience outlet, light and light switch in the elevator pit and elevator machine room, as well as outlets for serving the car light, fan and telephone instrument. See Division 14 for coordination of electrical. |
| 4. | Coordinate with the heating and ventilating subcontractor on installation of conduit for remote control and monitoring cable. Conduit shall be installed from each mechanical room, or remote equipment location, to a central designated station and from central station to an exterior pull box for future campus monitoring and control system. Pull box location shall be determined by Capital Projects (CP). See Division 15. |
| B. | Special Locations |
| 1. | For electrical apparatus and wiring installed in hazardous locations, conform to code requirements for the particular class and division location. |
| 2. | Protect electrical switchgear or apparatus installed in basement locations from flooding and from discharge of fire sprinkler lines. Protect electrical switchgear from ceiling condensation run off. |
| 3. | Provide waterproof type electrical apparatus and wiring in locations where it is intended to use steam and water hoses for cleaning purposes. |
| 4. | In major mechanical equipment rooms, provide one 220 volt, 50 amp outlet, Hubbell 7379 or equal. |
| 5. | Pay particular attention to laboratory furnishings, so that outlets and/or junction boxes are not made inaccessible by the furnishings or construction. |
| C. | Cold Rooms |
| See Division 15. |
| D. | Stray Heat |
| Do not locate electric panels near heat sources or in hot rooms. |
| E. | Roof And Wall Penetrations |
| See Division 15 for similar requirements for conduit. |
| F. | Projectors And Audio/Video Equipment |
| 1. | Make provisions for portable motion picture projectors, overhead projectors and video equipment in all large classrooms or lecture rooms. |
| 2. | Where projectors are anticipated, provide the following electrical facilities: |
| a. | Convenience outlet at rear of room (confirm location with Planning, Design and Construction [CP]). |
| b. | Light control switch near anticipated projection equipment (usually rear of room). |
| c. | Empty 3/4" conduit from rear of room to front terminating at each end in an outlet box with flush blank cover. |
| 3. | Provide convenience outlets for anticipated VCR equipment and overhead projectors in locations as required by Capital Projects (CP). Also see this division for televisions and computer network requirements. |
| G. | Television And Computer Network Locations |
| 1. | Programming in certain buildings may include a raceway or conduit system, outlets, a building distribution center and an outdoor receptacle for television use. Outdoor receptacle, Crouse Hinds No. A.R.E.A. 10416 or equivalent, to furnish 120/208 volt, 3-phase, 4-wire power, with 100 amp capacity for University mobile television unit. Building distribution center to have minimum floor area of 60 square feet. Consult with Capital Projects (CP) on all requirements. |
| 2. | Obtain information on computer network systems including type of cable, cable outlets, power outlets, raceways, and outlet locations with Capital Projects (CP). See communications infrastructure requirement later in this Division. |
| H. | Assistive Listening Systems |
| 1. | Assistive Listening Devices are required in any meeting room, or assembly area that holds 50 or more people. Any new construction or renovation project that include meeting rooms or assembly areas is required to be provided with an assistive listening system. There are several types of systems: audio-induction loops, radio frequency systems (AM or FM), and infrared transmission. These systems are usually not very costly and do not require extensive wiring. Assistive Listening Devices were required under Title 24. The ADA Access Guidelines increased the number required to 4% of the seating total. |
| I. | Operations And Maintenance Manuals |
| See Division 1 |
| J. | Shop Drawings |
| 1. | Include in each section of the specifications a list of specific materials and equipment for which submittals will be required. Reference the submittals section for procedural requirements. Submittals for electrical work shall include: |
| a. | Panelboards and cabinets. |
| b. | Switchboards |
| c. | Shop drawings of panelboards and switchboards shall show arrangement and dimensions. Diagrams or schedules are not acceptable. |
| d. | Lighting fixtures. |
| e. | Fire alarm systems. |
| f. | Intercom systems. |
| g. | Terminal cabinets. |
| h. | Pull boxes. |
| i. | Bus duct with details of supports if furnished by manufacturer. |
| j. | Transformers. |
| k. | Other items as necessary to properly check compliance with specifications. |
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