SECTION 220500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and

Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this
Section.

1.2 ACCURACY OF DATA AND CONTRACT DRAWINGS

A. The design drawings are diagrammatic and they may not show all physical
arrangements, offsets, bends, or elbows which may be required for installation of
various materials, equipment and piping in allotted spaces. The Contractor shall
examine these and other available drawings to determine space limitations and
interferences. The Contractor shall be responsible for making any minor changes in
location of equipment and pipe from that shown on drawings and for all physical details
required for installation. Cost for adapting Contractor's work to jobsite conditions shall
not be considered as basis of an extra cost to contract.

B. Elevation of piping and equipment indicated on drawings are to be used as guidelines

to assist Contractor with installations. Minor changes to these elevations may be
necessary to eliminate unforeseen interferences.

C. Information pertaining to new and existing conditions that are described in the
specifications or appear on drawings is based on available records. While such data
have been collected with reasonable care, there is no expressed or implied guarantee
that conditions so indicated are entirely representative of those actually existing or that
unlooked for developments may not occur. Such information is merely provided to
assist the Contractor in his investigation of conditions.

D. The Contractor must carefully examine the drawings, specifications and project site,
and verify all measurements, distances, levels, materials, equipment, etc. before
starting work.

E. Drawings shall not be scaled for determining exact dimensions or location of

equipment.

F. Except as otherwise specified herein or indicated on drawings, furnish and install all
piping, tubing, valves, specialties and supports to connect fixtures and equipment into
their respective systems as required for or incidental to the proper operation of the
indicated systems.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: None.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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 A. Steel Support Welding: Qualify processes and operators according to AWS D1.1,
"Structural Welding Code--Steel."

B. Electrical Characteristics for Plumbing Equipment: Equipment of higher electrical

characteristics may be furnished provided such proposed equipment is approved in
writing and connecting electrical services, circuit breakers, and conduit sizes are
appropriately modified. If minimum energy ratings or efficiencies are specified,
equipment shall comply with requirements.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver pipes and tubes with factory-applied end caps. Maintain end caps through
shipping, storage, and handling to prevent pipe end damage and to prevent entrance of
dirt, debris, and moisture.

B. Store plastic pipes protected from direct sunlight. Support to prevent sagging and
bending.

C. The Contractor or the Contractors authorized representative must be present to accept

delivery of all equipment and materials furnished by him. The Governments personnel
will not knowingly accept, unload or store anything delivered to the site for the
Contractors use. Inadvertent acceptance of delivered items by a representative of the
Government shall not constitute acceptance or responsibility for any of the materials or
equipment. It shall be the Contractors responsibility to assume all liability for any
equipment or materials furnished by him which are delivered to the job site.

D. Storage of materials on the grounds and within the building shall be in strict
accordance with instructions of the Government. Storage of materials within building
shall at no time exceed design carrying capacity of the structural system.

E. The Government assumes no responsibility for materials stored in building or on the

site. Each Contractor shall assume full responsibility for all losses or damage due to
the storing of his materials.

F. Handle items carefully to avoid damage to components, enclosures and finishes.

Follow the manufacturers rigging instructions when handling and moving equipment.

1.6 COORDINATION

A. Arrange for pipe spaces, chases, slots, and openings in building structure during
progress of construction, to allow for plumbing installations.

B. Coordinate installation of required supporting devices and set sleeves in poured-in-

place concrete and other structural components as they are constructed.

C. Coordinate requirements for access panels and doors for plumbing items requiring
access that are concealed behind finished surfaces.

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1.7 CODES AND REGULATIONS

A. All codes and regulations of state and local authorities shall become part of this
specification and must be adhered to where they exceed requirements as shown on
the drawings or stated in the specifications, without additional cost to the Contract.

1.8 CONTINUITY OF EXISTING SERVICES

A. Do not interrupt or change existing services without prior written approval. When
interruption is required, coordinate length of service time with Government to minimize
disruption of occupant activities.

1.9 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

A. The Contractor shall provide operating and maintenance instruction manuals covering
each and every item of equipment and devices furnished or erected by the Contractor
prior to "Substantial Completion as required by Division 1.

B. Each separate manual shall consist of the following:

1. Neatly typewritten table of contents including contractor's name, address and

telephone number; list of each product referenced in manual; and name, address
and telephone number of installing contractor and maintenance contractor for
each product.

2. Tabbed sections of catalog data and literature for each product including model
number, description and component parts; operating procedures; maintenance
procedures; servicing and lubrication schedules; description of sequence of
operations; parts lists; illustrations, assembly drawings and diagrams required for
maintenance; any additional drawings, diagrams, charts or written text which may
be required to supplement product data for particular installation; certified test
and balance report; list of control point labels, and wiring diagrams.

3. Copy of warranty, bond and/or service contract issued for each product including
an information sheet for operations personnel with proper procedures in event of
a product failure and instances which might affect validity of warranties or bonds.

4. Full size sheets, if required, shall be folded into special holding pockets. Faxed,
handwritten, or illegible materials are not acceptable.

C. Prior to final inspection or acceptance, fully instruct designated facility operating and
maintenance personnel on operation, adjustment and maintenance of products,
equipment and systems. Review contents of operating and maintenance manual with
personnel in full detail to explain all aspects of operations and maintenance.

1.10 PROTECTION OF ROOF

A. Contractors are cautioned that they must exercise extreme care in any activity
involving contact with any installed roof membrane.

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 B. Construct protective plywood (3/4 in. thick) runways across the roof for moving, setting,
and installing equipment and piping systems. No activity on the roof will be permitted
without this protection. Start runways at the point of origin of any equipment placed on
roof and terminate at the point of installation on curb or base. At completion of work, or
when directed by the Government, completely remove, neatly and cleanly, without
damage to roofing system, these protective items and runways.

C. Any and all repairs necessary to bring the roofing system to its original condition shall
be made by an approved Roofing Contractor and paid for by the Contractor
responsible for the damage

1.11 WORK COORDINATION

A. All Trades shall work in cooperation with each other, and fit their work into the structure
as job conditions may demand. All final decisions as to right-of-way and run of pipes
and ducts, etc. shall be made by the Government. In general, priority shall be
arranged as follows: (in order of preference)

1. Recessed lighting fixtures

2. Piping which must be drainable
3. Sheet metal ductwork
4. Lighting fixtures
5. Plumbing waste lines, downspouts, vents and sprinkler piping
6. Gravity water lines
7. Heating hot and chilled water lines
8. Refrigerant lines
9. Plumbing water and gas and air lines
10. Electrical conduit
11. Control wiring conduit

1.12 INSPECTION

A. The Contractor shall verify the location of underground service, utilities, structures, etc.,
which may be encountered or be affected by his work and shall be responsible for any
damage caused by neglect to provide proper precautions or protection.

B. Any work that is to be concealed, such as inside walls, above ceilings, soffits, shall be
inspected by the Contracting Officers Representative prior to concealment.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. In other Part 2 articles where subparagraph titles below introduce lists, the following
requirements apply for product selection:

1. Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements,

manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include,
but are not limited to, the manufacturers specified.

2.2 GROUT

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 A. Description: ASTM C 1107, Grade B, nonshrink and nonmetallic, dry hydraulic-cement
grout.

1. Characteristics: Post-hardening, volume-adjusting, nonstaining, noncorrosive,

nongaseous, and recommended for interior and exterior applications.

2. Design Mix: 5000-psi (34.5-MPa), 28-day compressive strength.

3. Packaging: Premixed and factory packaged.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PIPING SYSTEMS - COMMON REQUIREMENTS

A. Install piping according to the following requirements and Division 22 Sections

specifying piping systems.

B. Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of
piping systems. Indicated locations and arrangements were used to size pipe and
calculate friction loss, expansion, pump sizing, and other design considerations. Install
piping as indicated unless deviations to layout are approved on Coordination Drawings.

C. Install piping in concealed locations, unless otherwise indicated and except in

equipment rooms and service areas.

D. Install piping indicated to be exposed and piping in equipment rooms and service areas
at right angles or parallel to building walls. Diagonal runs are prohibited unless
specifically indicated otherwise.

E. Install piping to permit valve servicing.

F. Install piping at indicated slopes.

G. Install piping free of sags and bends.

H. Install fittings for changes in direction and branch connections.

I. Install piping to allow application of insulation.

J. Full lengths of pipe shall be used. Short lengths and couplings will not be permitted.

K. Independently support piping so that its weight shall not be supported by the
equipment to which it is connected.

L. Size reduction shall be made using reducing fittings; bushings are not acceptable.

M. Mitered ells, notched tees, and orange peel reducers are not acceptable. On threaded
piping, bushings are not acceptable.

N. "Weldolets" and "Threadolets" may be used for branch takeoffs up to one-half (1/2) the
diameter of the main.

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 O. Cover ends of piping during installation to keep inside of piping clean.

P. Piping shall not be routed through electrical rooms or transformer vaults, or above
transformers, panelboards, or switchboards, including the required service space for
this equipment, unless the piping is serving this equipment.

Q. Use only wrenches having square flat jaws, or non-metallic strap wrenches on brass
specialties; wrench marks not permitted.

R. Select system components with pressure rating equal to or greater than system
operating pressure.

3.2 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION - COMMON REQUIREMENTS

A. Install equipment to allow maximum possible headroom unless specific mounting

heights are not indicated.

B. Install equipment level and plumb, parallel and perpendicular to other building systems
and components in exposed interior spaces, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Install plumbing equipment to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or

replacement of components. Connect equipment for ease of disconnecting, with
minimum interference to other installations. Extend grease fittings to accessible
locations.

D. Install equipment to allow right of way for piping installed at required slope.

3.3 CONCRETE BASES

A. Concrete Bases: Anchor equipment to concrete base according to equipment

manufacturer's written instructions and according to seismic codes at Project.

1. Construct concrete bases of dimensions indicated, but not less than 4 inches
(100 mm) larger in both directions than supported unit.

2. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise
indicated, install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers around the full
perimeter of the base.

3. Install epoxy-coated anchor bolts for supported equipment that extend through
concrete base, and anchor into structural concrete floor.

4. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use supported equipment manufacturer's

setting drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with
items to be embedded.

5. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported

equipment.

6. Install anchor bolts according to anchor-bolt manufacturer's written instructions.

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 7. Use 3000-psi (20.7-MPa), 28-day compressive-strength concrete and
reinforcement.

3.4 ERECTION OF METAL SUPPORTS AND ANCHORAGES

A. Cut, fit, and place miscellaneous metal supports accurately in location, alignment, and
elevation to support and anchor plumbing materials and equipment.

B. Field Welding: Comply with AWS D1.1.

3.5 GROUTING

A. Mix and install grout for plumbing equipment base bearing surfaces, pump and other
equipment base plates, and anchors.

B. Clean surfaces that will come into contact with grout.

C. Provide forms as required for placement of grout.

D. Avoid air entrapment during placement of grout.

E. Place grout, completely filling equipment bases.

F. Place grout on concrete bases and provide smooth bearing surface for equipment.

G. Place grout around anchors.

H. Cure placed grout.

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