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División 26 Electricidad
GENERAL
DOCUMENTOS RELACIONADOS
Los dibujos y las disposiciones generales del Contrato, incluidas las Condiciones Generales y
Complementarias y las Secciones de Especificación de la División 01, se aplican a esta Sección.
Los artículos indicados en RED son específicos del sitio. Será responsabilidad del contratista verificar
los requisitos y el cumplimiento en función de la geografía o los requisitos especiales de AHJ.
DEFINICIONES
Interferencia electromagnética.
Firmware: Software (programas o datos) que se ha escrito en la memoria de solo lectura (ROM). El
firmware es una combinación de software y hardware. Los medios de almacenamiento con ROMs que
tienen datos o programas grabados en ellos son firmware.
I/O: Input/output.
KY Pulse: término utilizado por la industria de la medición para describir un método de medición del
consumo de electricidad basado en un estado de cambio de relé en respuesta a la rotación del disco en el
medidor.
Baja tensión: Según se define en NFPA 70 para circuitos y equipos que funcionan a menos de 50 V o
circuitos de control remoto, señalización y de potencia limitada.
Pigtail: Cable corto utilizado para conectar un dispositivo a un conductor de circuito de rama.
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PLC: Controlador lógico programable.
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PC: Ordenador personal; a veces plural como "PC."
Poste: Estructura de soporte de luminaria, incluida la torre utilizada para la iluminación de áreas grandes.
rms: Valor raíz-medio-cuadrado del voltaje alterno, que es la raíz cuadrada del valor medio del cuadrado
de los valores de voltaje durante un ciclo completo.
RS-232: Un estándar TIA para comunicaciones asíncronas de datos en serie entre dispositivos terminales.
RS-485: Un estándar TIA para comunicaciones multipunto usando dos pares trenzados.
CÓDIGOS Y NORMAS
PRESENTACIONES DE ACCIÓN
Muestras:
Tienda de dibujos:
Detalles de contención sísmica: Firmado y sellado por un ingeniero profesional calificado, con licencia
en el estado donde se encuentra el proyecto, que es responsable de su preparación.
Cálculos de diseño: Calcule los requisitos para seleccionar restricciones sísmicas.
Fabricación de detalles, incluyendo anclajes y accesorios a la estructura.
PRESENTACIONES INFORMATIVAS
Material Certificados
Los ofertantes deberán proporcionar una revisión del cumplimiento de las especificaciones,
especificaciones relacionadas y dibujos. El Compliance Review será una revisión línea por línea de cada
especificación con la siguiente información: "C", "D" o "E" marcada en el margen de la Especificación
original y cualquier Addenda posterior.
Certificación de Calificación Sísmica del Fabricante: Presente la certificación de que los equipos
eléctricos, accesorios y componentes soportarán las fuerzas sísmicas definidas en la División 26 Sección
"Controles de Vibración y Sísmica para Sistemas Eléctricos."
Base para la certificación: Indique si la certificación de resistencia se basa en la prueba real de los
componentes ensamblados o en el cálculo.
El término "soportar" significa "la unidad permanecerá en su lugar sin separación de ninguna parte del
dispositivo cuando se somete a las fuerzas sísmicas especificadas y la unidad será plenamente operativa
después del evento sísmico."
Datos de operación y mantenimiento: Para cada tipo de equipo o dispositivo a incluir en los manuales de
emergencia, operación y mantenimiento.
Proporcionar materiales adicionales, antes de que comience la instalación, que coincidan con los
productos instalados y que estén empaquetados con una cubierta protectora para su almacenamiento e
identificados con etiquetas que describan el contenido.
GARANTÍA DE CALIDAD
Calificaciones de la Agencia de Pruebas: Una agencia, con la experiencia y la capacidad para realizar
las pruebas indicadas, y que es aceptable para las autoridades que tienen jurisdicción.
Supervisor de campo de la Agencia de Pruebas: Persona calificada para supervisar las pruebas in situ
especificadas, con conocimiento de los requisitos estándar de NETA, la práctica de las pruebas de
aceptación y la validación de los resultados de las pruebas. El supervisor de campo debe estar
certificado en la práctica de prueba o puesta en marcha o Ingeniero profesional con licencia.
Limitaciones de la fuente: Obtener productos y accesorios a través de una fuente de un solo fabricante.
Interrupción del servicio eléctrico existente: No interrumpa el servicio eléctrico a las instalaciones
ocupadas por el propietario u otros a menos que se permita en las siguientes condiciones y luego solo
después de organizar para proporcionar el servicio eléctrico temporal de acuerdo con los requisitos
indicados:
REQUISITOS DE RENDIMIENTO
Rendimiento sísmico: El equipo eléctrico deberá soportar los efectos de los movimientos sísmicos
determinados de acuerdo con SEI/ASCE 7.
El término "soportar" significa "la unidad permanecerá en su lugar sin separación de ninguna parte del
dispositivo cuando se someta a las fuerzas sísmicas especificadas y la unidad será plenamente operativa
después del evento sísmico".
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GENERAL
DOCUMENTOS RELACIONADOS
Especificaciones:
Los planos y las disposiciones generales del Contrato, incluidas las Condiciones Generales y
Complementarias, se aplican a esta Sección.
RESUMEN
Esta sección incluye cables y empalmes, terminaciones y accesorios relacionados para sistemas de
distribución eléctrica de media tensión.
PRESENTACIONES DE ACCIÓN
Facilítese la declaración de cumplimiento de la partida C/D/E con cada uno de los requisitos
enumerados en la presente especificación y las especificaciones conexas descritas en el punto 1.1
A, de conformidad con la especificación 260001. Se describirán los motivos de las desviaciones y
excepciones.
GARANTÍA DE CALIDAD
PRODUCTOS
FABRICANTES
Fabricantes: Sujeto al cumplimiento de los requisitos, proporcionar productos por uno de los siguientes:
Cables:
CABLES
Conductor: Copper.
Relleno del filamento: Los intersticios del conductor se llenan con el compuesto impermeable.
KITS DE EMPALME
El empalme de cables MV no está permitido sin la aprobación previa del propietario y el ingeniero.
Para obtener la aprobación de empalme, presente las razones del empalme, las calificaciones del
empalme de cable, los materiales y los métodos, así como los procedimientos de prueba para
garantizar la esperanza de vida del empalme.
TERMINACIONES SÓLIDAS
Terminaciones de cables blindados: Cumpla con las siguientes clases de IEEE 48. La clase de
aislamiento es equivalente a la del cable. Incluye correa de tierra de escudo para terminaciones de
cables blindados.
Clase 1 Terminaciones: Tipo modular, amueblado como un kit, con tubo de alivio de estrés;
múltiples, de silicona moldeada de goma, módulos aislantes; correa de protección de tierra;
y conector de compresión.
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CONECTORES AISLADOS SEPARABLES
Descripción: Sistema modular, conforme a IEEE 386, con desconexión, terminadores de cable de
un solo polo y con terminales a juego, estacionarios, enchufables, sin salida diseñados para la
tensión del cable y para el sellado contra la humedad.
Terminadores de cable de ruptura de carga: unidades de tipo codo con 200-A de carga marca/
rotura y clasificación de corriente continua; coordinado con el diámetro de aislamiento, el tamaño
del conductor y el material del cable que se termina. Incluya el punto de prueba en el cuerpo del
terminador que está acoplado a la capacitancia.
Terminadores de cable sin conexión: unidad de tipo codo con clasificación de corriente continua
600-A; diseñado para desconectar y conectar sin energía; coordinado con el diámetro de
aislamiento, el tamaño del conductor y el material del cable que se termina. Incluya el punto de
prueba en el cuerpo del terminador que está acoplado a la capacitancia.
Juego de herramientas: Hot stick de escopeta con indicador de terminal energizado, herramienta de
prueba de indicador de falla y estuche de transporte.
MATERIALES IMPERMEABILIZANTES
Cinta para primer curso en objetos metálicos: cinta de embalaje de tubos de PVC de 10 milímetros
(250 micrómetros) de espesor, protectora contra la corrosión, resistente a la humedad.
Cinta de prueba de arco: cinta ignífuga, flexible, conformable, intumescente a 0,3 pulgadas (8
mm) de espesor, compatible con la chaqueta del cable.
Cinta de tela de vidrio: tipo adhesivo sensible a la presión, de 1/2 pulgada (13 mm) de ancho.
INSTALACIÓN
Cuando sea necesario, use un compuesto de tracción o lubricante aprobado por el fabricante
que no deteriore el conductor o el aislamiento.
Utilice medios de tracción, incluyendo cinta de pescado, cable, cuerda y agarres de cables
de tejido de cesta que no dañarán los cables y las pistas de rodadura. No utilice enganches
de cuerda para tirar de la fijación al cable.
Instale cinta de advertencia de "cable enterrado" de 12 pulgadas (305 mm) por encima de los cables.
En las alcantarillas, los orificios de mano, las cajas de extracción, las cajas de conexiones y las
bóvedas de cables, los cables de tren alrededor de las paredes por la ruta más larga de entrada a
salida y los cables de soporte a intervalos adecuados para evitar el hundimiento.
El empalme de cables MV no está permitido sin la aprobación previa del propietario e ingeniero.
Instale terminaciones en los extremos de los conductores y selle los extremos de los cables
multiconductores con kits estándar.
Casquillo protector: En cada empalme del terminal, con uno en cada terminal al cual ningún
alimentador está indicado para ser conectado.
Accesorio de alimentación portátil: Tres.
Aislante de separación: Tres.
Prueba de arco: A menos que se indique lo contrario, cable de media tensión a prueba de arco en
lugares no protegidos por conducto, bandeja de cable, entierro directo o materiales de terminación.
Además de las instrucciones escritas del fabricante de la cinta aislante de arco, aplique la prueba
de arco de la siguiente manera:
Seal around cables passing through fire-rated elements according to Division 07 Section
"Penetration Firestopping."
Ground shields of shielded cable at terminations, splices, and separable insulated connectors.
Ground metal bodies of terminators, splices, cable and separable insulated-connector fittings, and
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hardware.
Execute site tests in accordance to specification 260801 Acceptance Testing Requirements section.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes the following:
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.4 CONNECTIONS
A. Tighten electrical connectors and terminals according to manufacturer's published torque-tightening
val- ues. If manufacturer's torque values are not indicated, use those specified in UL 486A and UL 486B.
B. Make splices and taps that are compatible with conductor material and that possess equivalent or
better mechanical strength and insulation ratings than unspliced conductors.
C. Delete subparagraph below unless aluminum conductors are specified.
1. Use oxide inhibitor in each splice and tap conductor for aluminum conductors.
D. Wiring at Outlets: Install conductor at each outlet, with at least 12 inches of slack.
3.6 FIRESTOPPING
A. Apply firestopping to electrical penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies to restore original
fire-resistance rating of assembly according to Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping."
1. After installing conductors and cables and before electrical circuitry has been energized, test all
feed- ers and critical branch circuits for compliance with requirements.
2. Perform each visual and mechanical inspection and electrical test stated in NETA Acceptance
Test- ing Specification. Certify compliance with test parameters.
3. Infrared Scanning: During Level 4 commissioning, when systems are powering simulated load,
per- form an infrared scan of each termination for all conductors No. 3 AWG and larger.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this specification
and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with specification 260001.
Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
1. Test wells.
2. Ground rods.
3. Ground rings.
4. Grounding arrangements and connections for separately derived systems.
5. Grounding for sensitive electronic equipment.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For grounding to include in emergency, operation, and
maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 01 Section "Operation and
Maintenance Data," include the following:
1. Instructions for periodic testing and inspection of grounding features at test wells, ground
rings, and grounding connections for separately derived systems based on NETA MTS and
NFPA 70B.
1. Testing Agency's Field Supervisor: Currently certified by NETA to supervise on-site testing.
B. Comply with UL 467 for grounding and bonding materials and equipment.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 CONDUCTORS
A. Insulated Conductors: Copper wire or cable insulated for 600 V unless otherwise required by
applicable Code or authorities having jurisdiction.
D. Grounding Bus: Predrilled rectangular bars of annealed copper, 1/4 by 4 inches in cross section,
with 9/32-inch holes spaced 1-1/8 inches apart. Stand-off insulators for mounting shall comply
with UL 891 for use in switchboards, 600 V. Lexan or PVC, impulse tested at 5000 V.
2.2 CONNECTORS
A. Listed and labeled by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction for applications in
which used and for specific types, sizes, and combinations of conductors and other items
connected.
B. Bolted Connectors for Conductors and Pipes: Copper or copper alloy, pressure type with at least
two bolts.
E. Bus-bar Connectors: Mechanical type, cast silicon bronze, solderless compression-type wire
terminals, and long-barrel, two-bolt connection to ground bus bar.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 APPLICATIONS
A. Conductors: Install solid conductor for No. 8 AWG and smaller, and stranded conductors for No.
6 AWG and larger unless otherwise indicated.
B. Underground Grounding Conductors: Install bare copper conductor, No. 2/0 AWG minimum.
D. Grounding Bus: Install in electrical and telephone equipment rooms, in rooms housing service
equipment, and elsewhere as indicated.
1. Install bus on insulated spacers 2 inches minimum from wall, 6 inches above finished floor
unless otherwise indicated.
2. Where indicated on both sides of doorways, route bus up to top of door frame, across top of
doorway, and down to specified height above floor; connect to horizontal bus.
B. Grounding Manholes and Handholes: Install a driven ground rod through manhole or handhole
floor, close to wall, and set rod depth so 4 inches will extend above finished floor. If necessary,
install ground rod before manhole is placed and provide No. 1/0 AWG bare, tinned-copper
conductor from ground rod into manhole through a waterproof sleeve in manhole wall. Protect
ground rods passing through concrete floor with a double wrapping of pressure-sensitive
insulating tape or heat-shrunk insulating sleeve from 2 inches above to 6 inches below concrete.
Seal floor opening with waterproof, non-shrink grout.
C. Grounding Connections to Manhole Components: Bond exposed-metal parts such as inserts, cable
racks, pulling irons, ladders, and cable shields within each manhole or handhole, to ground rod or
grounding conductor. Make connections with No. 4 AWG minimum, stranded, hard-drawn copper
bonding conductor. Train conductors level or plumb around corners and fasten to manhole walls.
Connect to cable armor and cable shields according to written instructions by manufacturer of
splicing and termination kits.
D. Pad-Mounted Transformers and Switches: Install two ground rods and ground ring around the pad.
Ground pad-mounted equipment and noncurrent-carrying metal items associated with substations
by connecting them to underground cable and grounding electrodes. Install tinned-copper
conductor not less than No. 2 AWG for ground ring and for taps to equipment grounding
terminals. Bury ground ring not less than 6 inches from the foundation.
A. Install insulated equipment grounding conductors with the following items, in addition to those
required by NFPA 70:
C. Water Heater, Heat-Tracing, and Antifrost Heating Cables: Install a separate insulated equipment
grounding conductor to each electric water heater and heat-tracing cable. Bond conductor to heater
units, piping, connected equipment, and components.
E. Isolated Equipment Enclosure Circuits: For designated equipment supplied by a branch circuit or
feeder, isolate equipment enclosure from supply circuit raceway with a nonmetallic raceway fitting
listed for the purpose. Install fitting where raceway enters enclosure, and install a separate
insulated equipment grounding conductor. Isolate conductor from raceway and from panelboard
grounding terminals. Terminate at equipment grounding conductor terminal of the applicable
derived system or service unless otherwise indicated.
F. Signal and Communication Equipment: In addition to grounding and bonding required by NFPA
70, provide a separate grounding system complying with requirements in TIA/ATIS J-STD- 607-
A.
1. For telephone, alarm, voice and data, and other communication equipment, provide No. 4
AWG minimum insulated grounding conductor in raceway from grounding electrode
system to each service location, terminal cabinet, wiring closet, and central equipment
location.
2. Service and Central Equipment Locations and Wiring Closets: Terminate grounding
conductor on a 1/4-by-4-by-12-inch grounding bus.
3. Terminal Cabinets: Terminate grounding conductor on cabinet grounding terminal.
G. Metal Poles Supporting Outdoor Lighting Fixtures: Install grounding electrode and a separate
insulated equipment grounding conductor in addition to grounding conductor installed with
branch- circuit conductors.
3.4 INSTALLATION
A. Grounding Conductors: Route along shortest and straightest paths possible unless otherwise
indicated or required by Code. Avoid obstructing access or placing conductors where they may be
subjected to strain, impact, or damage.
B. Ground Bonding Common with Lightning Protection System: Comply with NFPA 780 and UL 96
when interconnecting with lightning protection system. Bond electrical power system ground
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directly to lightning protection system grounding conductor at closest point to electrical service
grounding electrode. Use bonding conductor sized same as system grounding electrode conductor,
and install in conduit.
C. Ground Rods: Drive rods until tops are 2 inches below finished floor or final grade unless
otherwise indicated.
1. Interconnect ground rods with grounding electrode conductor below grade and as otherwise
indicated. Make connections without exposing steel or damaging coating if any.
2. For grounding electrode system, install at least three rods spaced at least one-rod length
from each other and located at least the same distance from other grounding electrodes, and
connect to the service grounding electrode conductor.
D. Test Wells: Ground rod driven through drilled hole in bottom of handhole. Handholes are
specified in Division 26 Section "Underground Ducts and Raceways for Electrical Systems," and
shall be at least 12 inches deep, with cover.
1. Test Wells: Install at least one test well for each service unless otherwise indicated. Install
at the ground rod electrically closest to service entrance. Set top of test well flush with
finished grade or floor.
E. Bonding Straps and Jumpers: Install in locations accessible for inspection and maintenance except
where routed through short lengths of conduit.
1. Bonding to Structure: Bond straps directly to basic structure, taking care not to penetrate
any adjacent parts.
2. Bonding to Equipment Mounted on Vibration Isolation Hangers and Supports: Install
bonding so vibration is not transmitted to rigidly mounted equipment.
3. Use exothermic-welded connectors for outdoor locations; if a disconnect-type connection is
required, use a bolted clamp.
G. Bonding Interior Metal Ducts: Bond metal air ducts to equipment grounding conductors of
associated fans, blowers, electric heaters, and air cleaners. Install bonding jumper to bond across
flexible duct connections to achieve continuity.
H. Grounding for Steel Building Structure: Install a driven ground rod at base of each corner column
and at intermediate exterior columns at distances not more than 60 feet apart.
I. Ground Ring: Install a grounding conductor, electrically connected to each building structure
ground rod and to each building structure driven ground rod, extending around the perimeter of
building.
1. Install bare copper conductor not less than No. 2/0 AWG for ground ring and for taps to
building steel.
2. Bury ground ring not less than 24 inches from building's foundation.
J. Ufer Ground (Concrete-Encased Grounding Electrode): Fabricate according to NFPA 70; use a
minimum of 40 feet of bare copper conductor not smaller than No. 2/0 AWG.
1. Bond grounding conductor to reinforcing steel in at least four locations and to anchor bolts.
Extend grounding conductor below grade and connect to building's grounding grid or to
grounding electrode external to concrete.
3.5 LABELING
A. Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section 260553 - Identification for Electrical Systems
for instruction signs. The label or its text shall be green.
B. Install labels at the telecommunications bonding conductor and grounding equalizer and at the
grounding electrode conductor where exposed.
1. Label Text: "If this connector or cable is loose or if it must be removed for any reason,
notify the facility manager."
A. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and inspections.
1. After installing grounding system but before permanent electrical circuits have been
energized, test for compliance with requirements.
2. Inspect physical and mechanical condition. Verify tightness of accessible, bolted, electrical
connections with a calibrated torque wrench according to manufacturer's written
instructions.
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3. Test completed grounding system at each location where a maximum ground-resistance
level is specified, at service disconnect enclosure grounding terminal, at ground test wells.
Make tests at ground rods before any conductors are connected.
a. Measure ground resistance no fewer than two full days after last trace of precipitation
and without soil being moistened by any means other than natural drainage or
seepage and without chemical treatment or other artificial means of reducing natural
ground resistance.
b. Perform tests by fall-of-potential method according to IEEE 81.
4. Prepare dimensioned Drawings locating each test well, ground rod and ground-rod
assembly, and other grounding electrodes. Identify each by letter in alphabetical order, and
key to the record of tests and observations. Include the number of rods driven and their
depth at each location, and include observations of weather and other phenomena that may
affect test results. Describe measures taken to improve test results.
C. Grounding system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.
1. Power and Lighting Equipment or System with Capacity of 500 kVA and Less: 10 ohms.
2. Power and Lighting Equipment or System with Capacity of 500 to 1000 kVA: 5 ohms.
3. Power and Lighting Equipment or System with Capacity More Than 1000 kVA: 3 ohms.
4. Power Distribution Units or Panelboards Serving Electronic Equipment: 1 ohm(s).
5. Substations and Pad-Mounted Equipment: 5 ohms.
6. Manhole Grounds: 10 ohms.
F. Excessive Ground Resistance: If resistance to ground exceeds specified values, notify Architect
promptly and include recommendations to reduce ground resistance.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Delegated Design: Design supports for multiple raceways, including comprehensive engineering
analysis by a qualified professional engineer, using performance requirements and design criteria
indicated.
B. Design supports for multiple raceways capable of supporting combined weight of supported
systems and its contents.
D. Rated Strength: Adequate in tension, shear, and pullout force to resist maximum loads calculated
or imposed for this Project, with a minimum structural safety factor of five times the applied force.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this specification
and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with specification 260001.
Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
C. Shop Drawings: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer. Show fabrication and
installation details and include calculations for the following:
A. Welding certificates.
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1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Welding: Qualify procedures and personnel according to AWS D1.1/D1.1M, "Structural Welding
Code - Steel."
COORDINATION
C. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases. Cast anchor-bolt inserts into bases. Concrete,
reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified in Division 03.
D. Coordinate installation of roof curbs, equipment supports, and roof penetrations. These items are
specified in Division 07 Section "Roof Accessories."
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Steel Slotted Support Systems: Comply with MFMA-4, factory-fabricated components for field
assembly.
B. Raceway and Cable Supports: As described in NECA 1, NECA 101 and NOM-001-SEDE-2012
C. Conduit and Cable Support Devices: Steel and malleable-iron hangers, clamps, and associated
fittings, designed for types and sizes of raceway or cable to be supported.
D. Structural Steel for Fabricated Supports and Restraints: ASTM A 36/A 36M, steel plates, shapes,
and bars; black and galvanized.
E. Mounting, Anchoring, and Attachment Components: Items for fastening electrical items or their
supports to building surfaces include the following:
a. Hilti Inc.
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b. ITW Ramset/Red Head; a division of Illinois Tool Works, Inc.
c. MKT Fastening, LLC.
d. Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc.; Masterset Fastening Systems Unit.
3. Concrete Inserts: Steel or malleable-iron, slotted support system units similar to MSS
Type 18; complying with MFMA-4 or MSS SP-58.
4. Clamps for Attachment to Steel Structural Elements: MSS SP-58, type suitable for attached
structural element.
5. Through Bolts: Structural type, hex head, and high strength. Comply with ASTM A 325.
6. Toggle Bolts: All-steel springhead type.
7. Hanger Rods: Threaded steel.
A. Description: Welded or bolted, structural-steel shapes, shop or field fabricated to fit dimensions of
supported equipment.
B. Materials: Comply with requirements in Division 05 Section "Metal Fabrications" for steel shapes
and plates.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 APPLICATION
A. Comply with NECA 1 and NECA 101 and NOM-001-SEDE-2012 for application of hangers and
supports for electrical equipment and systems except if requirements in this Section are stricter.
B. Maximum Support Spacing and Minimum Hanger Rod Size for Raceway: Space supports for
EMT, IMC, and RMC as scheduled in NECA 1, where its Table 1 lists maximum spacing less than
stated in NFPA 70. Minimum rod size shall be 1/4 inch in diameter.
C. Multiple Raceways or Cables: Install trapeze-type supports fabricated with steel slotted support
system, sized so capacity can be increased by at least 25 percent in future without exceeding
specified design load limits.
1. Secure raceways and cables to these supports with two-bolt conduit clamps, single-bolt
conduit clamps, single-bolt conduit clamps using spring friction action for retention in
support channel.
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D. Spring-steel clamps designed for supporting single conduits without bolts may be used for 1-1/2-
inch and smaller raceways serving branch circuits and communication systems above suspended
ceilings and for fastening raceways to trapeze supports.
A. Comply with NECA 1 and NECA 101 and NOM-001-SEDE-2012 for installation requirements
except as specified in this Article.
B. Raceway Support Methods: In addition to methods described in NECA 1, EMT, IMC, and RMC
may be supported by openings through structure members, as permitted in NFPA 70.
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C. Strength of Support Assemblies: Where not indicated, select sizes of components so strength will
be adequate to carry present and future static loads within specified loading limits. Minimum static
design load used for strength determination shall be weight of supported components plus 200 lb.
D. Mounting and Anchorage of Surface-Mounted Equipment and Components: Anchor and fasten
electrical items and their supports to building structural elements by the following methods unless
otherwise indicated by code:
E. Drill holes for expansion anchors in concrete at locations and to depths that avoid reinforcing bars.
F. Cut and de-burr all all-threads and cap to protect workers from injury.
A. Comply with installation requirements in Division 05 Section "Metal Fabrications" for site-
fabricated metal supports.
B. Cut, fit, and place miscellaneous metal supports accurately in location, alignment, and elevation to
support and anchor electrical materials and equipment.
A. Construct concrete bases of dimensions indicated but not less than 4 inches larger in both
directions than supported unit, and so anchors will be a minimum of 10 bolt diameters from edge
of the base. LAPEM (Equipment and Materials Testing Laboratory) must be present during the
construction process.
1. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use supported equipment manufacturer's setting
drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with items to be
embedded.
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2. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment.
3. Install anchor bolts according to anchor-bolt manufacturer's written instructions.
3.5 PAINTING
A. Touchup: Clean field welds and abraded areas of shop paint. Paint exposed areas immediately
after erecting hangers and supports. Use same materials as used for shop painting. Comply with
SSPC- PA 1 requirements for touching up field-painted surfaces.
B. Apply paint by brush or spray to provide minimum dry film thickness of 2.0 mils.
C. Galvanized Surfaces: Clean welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas and apply galvanizing-
repair paint to comply with ASTM A 780.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1. 260001 General Requirements for Electrical Systems.
2. 019113 General Commissioning Requirements.
3. 260801 General Acceptance Testing Requirements for Electrical Systems.
4. Current Revision of the Controls Specifications
5. 260543 Underground Ducts and Raceways for Electrical Systems.
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6. 260553 Identification for Electrical Systems.
7. 260548 Vibration and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems.
8. 260529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems.
9. 260544 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and Cabling.
1.2 SUMMARY
B. Items indicated in RED are site specific. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to verify
requirements and compliance based on geography or special AHJ requirements.
Un. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this specification
and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with specification 260001.
Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Product Data: For surface raceways, wireways and fittings, floor boxes, hinged-cover enclosures,
and cabinets.
C. Shop Drawings: For custom enclosures and cabinets. Include plans, elevations, sections, and
attachment details.
Un. Coordination Drawings: Conduit routing plans, drawn to scale, on which the following items are
shown and coordinated with each other, using input from installers of items involved:
1. Structural members in paths of conduit groups with common supports.
2. HVAC and plumbing items and architectural features in paths of conduit groups with
common supports.
B. Seismic Qualification Certificates: For enclosures, cabinets, and conduit racks and their mounting
provisions, including those for internal components, from manufacturer.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based and
their installation requirements.
4. Detailed description of conduit support devices and interconnections on which the
certification is based and their installation requirements.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
B. Listing and Labeling: Metal conduits, tubing, and fittings shall be listed and labeled as defined in
NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
F. LFMC: Flexible steel conduit with PVC jacket and complying with UL 360.
H. Joint Compound for GRC: Approved, as defined in NFPA 70, by authorities having jurisdiction
for use in conduit assemblies, and compounded for use to lubricate and protect threaded conduit
joints from corrosion and to enhance their conductivity.
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements provide products by one of the following:
1. Kor Kap.
2. Perma-Cote.
3. Plasti Bond.
B. Listing and Labeling: Nonmetallic conduits, tubing, and fittings shall be listed and labeled as
defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and
application.
C. RNC: Type EPC-40-PVC, complying with NEMA TC 2 and UL 651 unless otherwise indicated.
D. Fittings for RNC: Comply with NEMA TC 3; match to conduit or tubing type and material.
E. Solvent cements and adhesive primers shall have a VOC content of 510 and 550 g/L or less,
respectively, when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method 24).
B. Description: Sheet metal, complying with UL 870 and NEMA 250, Type 1 or Type 3R for outdoor
locations unless otherwise indicated, and sized according to NFPA 70.
1. Metal wireways installed outdoors shall be listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a
qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
C. Fittings and Accessories: Include covers, couplings, offsets, elbows, expansion joints, adapters,
hold-down straps, end caps, and other fittings to match and mate with wireways as required for
complete system.
B. General Requirements for Boxes, Enclosures, and Cabinets: Boxes, enclosures, and cabinets
installed in wet locations shall be listed for use in wet locations.
C. Sheet Metal Outlet and Device Boxes: Comply with NEMA OS 1 and UL 514A.
D. Cast-Metal Outlet and Device Boxes: Comply with NEMA FB 1, ferrous alloy, Type FD, with
gasketed cover.
E. Nonmetallic Outlet and Device Boxes: Comply with NEMA OS 2 and UL 514C.
G. Luminaire Outlet Boxes: Nonadjustable, designed for attachment of luminaire weighing 50 lb.
Outlet boxes designed for attachment of luminaires weighing more than 50 lb shall be listed and
marked for the maximum allowable weight.
I. Cast-Metal Access, Pull, and Junction Boxes: Comply with NEMA FB 1 and UL 1773,
galvanized, cast iron with gasketed cover.
J. Box extensions used to accommodate new building finishes shall be of same material as recessed
box.
M. Hinged-Cover Enclosures: Comply with UL 50 and NEMA 250, Type 12 with continuous-hinge
cover with flush latch unless otherwise indicated.
1. Metal Enclosures: Steel, finished inside and out with manufacturer's standard enamel.
2. Nonmetallic Enclosures: Fiberglass.
3. Interior Panels: Steel; all sides finished with manufacturer's standard enamel.
N. Cabinets:
1. NEMA 250, Type 12 galvanized-steel box with removable interior panel and removable
front, finished inside and out with manufacturer's standard enamel.
2. Hinged door in front cover with flush latch and concealed hinge.
3. Metal barriers to separate wiring of different systems and voltage.
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4. Accessory feet where required for freestanding equipment.
5. Nonmetallic cabinets shall be listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified
testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
B. Polymer-Concrete Handholes and Boxes with Polymer-Concrete Cover: Molded of sand and
aggregate, bound together with polymer resin, and reinforced with steel, fiberglass, or a
combination of the two.
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by the following:
a. Armorcast Products Company.
b. Carson Industries LLC.
c. CDR Systems Corporation; Hubbell Power Systems.
d. Oldcastle Precast, Inc.; Christy Concrete Products.
e. Synertech Moulded Products; a division of Oldcastle Precast, Inc.
2. Standard: Comply with SCTE 77.
3. Configuration: Designed for flush burial with open bottom unless otherwise indicated.
4. Cover: Weatherproof, secured by tamper-resistant locking devices and having structural
load rating consistent with enclosure and handhole location.
5. Cover Finish: Nonskid finish shall have a minimum coefficient of friction of 0.50.
6. Cover Legend: Molded lettering, "ELECTRIC.".
7. Handholes Minimum Size: 12 Inches Wide by 24 Inches Long and Larger: Have inserts for
cable racks and pulling-in irons installed before concrete is poured.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
D. Raceway Fittings: Compatible with raceways and suitable for use and location.
1. Rigid and Intermediate Steel Conduit: Use threaded rigid steel conduit fittings unless
otherwise indicated. Comply with NEMA FB 2.10. Insulating bushings shall be added to
protect the cable insulation from stripping.
2. PVC Externally Coated, Rigid Steel Conduits: Use only fittings listed for use with this type
of conduit. Patch and seal all joints, nicks, and scrapes in PVC coating after installing
conduits and fittings. Use sealant recommended by fitting manufacturer and apply in
thickness and number of coats recommended by manufacturer.
3. EMT: Use insulated setscrew, insulated compression or insulating bushings to protect the
cable insulation from sharp edges in damp or wet areas, steel fittings. Comply with NEMA
FB 2.10.
4. Flexible Conduit: Use only fittings listed for use with flexible conduit. Comply with NEMA
FB 2.20.
E. Do not install aluminum conduits, boxes, or fittings in contact with concrete or earth.
G. Do not install nonmetallic conduit where ambient temperature exceeds 120 deg F (49 deg C).
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Comply with NECA 1 and NECA 101 for installation requirements except where requirements on
Drawings or in this article are stricter. Comply with NECA 102 for aluminum conduits. Comply
with NFPA 70 limitations for types of raceways allowed in specific occupancies and number of
floors.
B. Keep raceways at least 6 inches away from parallel runs of flues and steam or hot-water pipes.
Install horizontal raceway runs above water and steam piping.
D. Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems"
for hangers and supports.
E. Arrange stub-ups so curved portions of bends are not visible above finished slab.
F. Install no more than the equivalent of three 90-degree bends in any conduit run except for control
wiring conduits, for which more bends are allowed. Support within 12 inches of changes in
direction.
G. Conceal conduit and EMT within finished walls, ceilings, and floors unless otherwise indicated.
Install conduits parallel or perpendicular to building lines.
K. Threaded Conduit Joints, Exposed to Wet, Damp, Corrosive, or Outdoor Conditions: Apply listed
compound to threads of raceway and fittings before making up joints. Follow compound
manufacturer's written instructions.
N. Terminate threaded conduits into threaded hubs or with locknuts on inside and outside of boxes or
cabinets. Install bushings on conduits up to 1-1/4-inch trade size and insulated throat metal
bushings on 1-1/2-inch trade size and larger conduits terminated with locknuts. Install insulated
throat metal grounding bushings on service conduits.
O. Install raceways square to the enclosure and terminate at enclosures with locknuts. Install locknuts
hand tight plus 1/4 turn more.
Q. Cut conduit perpendicular to the length. For conduits 2-inch trade size and larger, use roll cutter or
a guide to make cut straight and perpendicular to the length.
R. Install pull wires in empty raceways. Use polypropylene or monofilament plastic line with not less
than 200-lb tensile strength. Leave at least 12 inches of slack at each end of pull wire. Cap
underground raceways designated as spare above grade alongside raceways in use.
S. Install raceway sealing fittings at accessible locations according to NFPA 70 and fill them with
listed sealing compound. For concealed raceways, install each fitting in a flush steel box with a
blank cover plate having a finish similar to that of adjacent plates or surfaces. Install raceway
sealing fittings according to NFPA 70.
T. Install devices to seal raceway interiors at accessible locations. Locate seals so no fittings or boxes
are between the seal and the following changes of environments. Seal the interior of all raceways
at the following points:
1. Where conduits pass from warm to cold locations, such as boundaries of cooled data hall
spaces.
2. Where an underground service raceway enters a building or structure.
3. Where otherwise required by NFPA 70.
U. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for solvent welding RNC and fittings.
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V. Flexible Conduit Connections: Comply with NEMA RV 3. Use a maximum of 72 inches of
flexible conduit for recessed and semi-recessed luminaires, equipment subject to vibration, noise
transmission, or movement; and for transformers and motors.
X. Mount boxes at heights indicated on Drawings. If mounting heights of boxes are not individually
indicated, give priority to ADA requirements. Install boxes with height measured to center of box
unless otherwise indicated.
Y. Recessed Boxes in Masonry Walls: Saw-cut opening for box in center of cell of masonry block
and install box flush with surface of wall. Prepare block surfaces to provide a flat surface for a
raintight connection between box and cover plate or supported equipment and box.
Z. Horizontally separate boxes mounted on opposite sides of walls so they are not in the same
vertical channel.
AA. Locate boxes so that cover or plate will not span different building finishes.
BB. Support boxes of three gangs or more from more than one side by spanning two framing members
or mounting on brackets specifically designed for the purpose.
CC. Fasten junction and pull boxes to or support from building structure. Do not support boxes by
conduits.
DD. Set metal floor boxes level and flush with finished floor surface.
EE. Set nonmetallic floor boxes level. Trim after installation to fit flush with finished floor surface.
A. Direct-Buried Conduit:
1. Excavate trench bottom to provide firm and uniform support for conduit. Prepare trench
bottom as specified in Division 31 Section "Earth Moving" for pipe less than 6 inches in
nominal diameter.
2. Install backfill as specified in Division 31 Section "Earth Moving."
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4. After installing conduit, backfill and compact. Start at tie-in point, and work toward end of
conduit run, leaving conduit at end of run free to move with expansion and contraction as
temperature changes during this process. Firmly hand tamp backfill around conduit to
provide maximum supporting strength. After placing controlled backfill to within 12 inches
of finished grade, make final conduit connection at end of run and complete backfilling with
normal compaction as specified in Division 31 Section "Earth Moving."
5. Install manufactured duct elbows for stub-ups at poles and equipment and at building
entrances through floor unless otherwise indicated. Encase elbows for stub-up ducts
throughout length of elbow.
6. Install manufactured rigid steel conduit elbows for stub-ups at poles and equipment and at
building entrances through floor.
a. Couple steel conduits to ducts with adapters designed for this purpose, and encase
coupling with 3 inches of concrete for a minimum of 12 inches on each side of the
coupling.
b. For stub-ups at equipment mounted on outdoor concrete bases and where conduits
penetrate building foundations, extend steel conduit horizontally a minimum of 60
inches from edge of foundation or equipment base. Install insulated grounding
bushings on terminations at equipment.
7. Underground Warning Tape: Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section
"Identification for Electrical Systems."
A. Install handholes and boxes level and plumb and with orientation and depth coordinated with
connecting conduits to minimize bends and deflections required for proper entrances.
B. Unless otherwise indicated, support units on a level bed of crushed stone or gravel, graded from
1/2- inch sieve to No. 4 sieve and compacted to same density as adjacent undisturbed earth.
C. Elevation: In paved areas, set so cover surface will be flush with finished grade. Set covers of
other enclosures 1 inch above finished grade.
D. Install removable hardware, including pulling eyes, cable stanchions, cable arms, and insulators,
as required for installation and support of cables and conductors and as indicated. Select arm
lengths to be long enough to provide spare space for future cables but short enough to preserve
adequate working clearances in enclosure.
A. Install sleeves and sleeve seals at penetrations of exterior floor and wall assemblies. Comply with
requirements in Division 26 Section "Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and
Cabling."
3.6 FIRESTOPPING
A. Install firestopping at penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies. Comply with
requirements in Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping."
3.7 PROTECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
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1. 260001 General Requirements for Electrical Systems.
2. 019113 General Commissioning Requirements.
3. 260801 General Acceptance Testing Requirements for Electrical Systems.
4. Current Revision of Controls Specifications
5. 260553 Identification for Electrical Systems.
6. 260548 Vibration and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems.
7. 260529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems.
8. 260526 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
B. Items indicated in RED are site specific. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to verify
requirements and compliance based on geography or special AHJ requirements.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this specification
and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with specification 260001.
Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
1. Include data indicating dimensions and finishes for each type of cable tray indicated.
1. Show fabrication and installation details of cable trays, including plans, elevations, and
sections of components and attachments to other construction elements. Designate
components and accessories, including clamps, brackets, hanger rods, splice-plate
connectors, expansion-joint assemblies, straight lengths, and fittings.
A. Coordination Drawings: Floor plans and sections, drawn to scale, on which the following items
are shown and coordinated with each other, using input from installers of the items involved:
1. Include scaled cable tray layout and relationships between components and adjacent
structural, electrical, and mechanical elements.
2. Vertical and horizontal offsets and transitions.
3. Clearances for access above and to side of cable trays.
4. Vertical elevation of cable trays above the floor or below bottom of ceiling structure.
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B. Seismic Qualification Certificates: For cable trays, accessories, and components, from
manufacturer.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based and
their installation requirements.
D. Bidders shall provide a Compliance Review of the Specifications and Drawings. The Compliance
Review shall be a paragraph-by-paragraph review of the specifications with the following
information: “C”, “D”, or “E” marked in the margin of the original Specification and any
subsequent Addenda.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Seismic Performance: Cable trays and supports shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions
determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.
1. The term "withstand" means "cable trays will remain in place without separation of any
parts when subjected to the seismic forces specified."
A. Cable Trays and Accessories: Identified as defined in NFPA 70 and marked for intended location,
application, and grounding.
1. Source Limitations: Obtain cable trays and components from single manufacturer.
B. Sizes and Configurations: See the Cable Tray Schedule on Drawings for specific requirements for
types, materials, sizes, and configurations.
C. Structural Performance: See articles on individual cable tray types for specific values for the
following parameters:
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
B. Description:
1. Configuration: Two I-beam side rails with transverse rungs welded to side rails.
2. Rung Spacing: 9 inches o.c.
3. Radius-Fitting Rung Spacing: 9 inches at center of tray's width.
4. Minimum Cable-Bearing Surface for Rungs: 7/8-inch width with radius edges.
5. No portion of the rungs shall protrude below the bottom plane of side rails.
6. Structural Performance of Each Rung: Capable of supporting a maximum cable load, with a
safety factor of 1.5, plus a 200- concentrated load, when tested according to NEMA VE 1.
7. Minimum Usable Load Depth: 5 inches.
8. Straight Section Lengths: 12 feet except where shorter lengths are required to facilitate tray
assembly.
9. Width: 12-inches minimum unless otherwise indicated on Drawings.
10. Fitting Minimum Radius: 12 inches
11. Class Designation: Comply with NEMA VE 1, Class 12B.
12. Splicing Assemblies: Bolted type using serrated flange locknuts.
13. Hardware and Fasteners: ASTM F 593 and ASTM F 594 stainless steel, Type 316.
14. Splice Plate Capacity: Splices located within support span shall not diminish rated loading
capacity of cable tray.
15. Splicing Assembly Capacity: Splices located within support span shall not diminish rated
loading capacity of cable tray.
16. Hardware and Fasteners: ASTM F 593 and ASTM F 594 stainless steel, Type 316.
17. Feeders 100A and larger: Cable Tray.
18. Feeders Less than 100A: Basket Tray.
A. Aluminum:
1. Materials: Alloy 6063-T6 according to ANSI H35.1/H 35.1M for extruded components, and
Alloy 5052-H32 or Alloy 6061-T6 according to ANSI H35.1/H 35.1M for fabricated parts.
2. Hardware: Chromium-zinc-plated steel, ASTM F 1136.
3. Hardware for Aluminum Cable Tray Used Outdoors: Stainless steel, Type 316, ASTM F
593 and ASTM F 594.
B. Tees, crosses, risers, elbows, and other fittings as indicated, of same materials and finishes as
cable tray.
C. Covers: Louvered type made of same materials and with same finishes as cable tray.
A. Lettering: 1-1/2-inch high, black letters on yellow background with legend "Warning! Not To Be
Used as Walkway, Ladder, or Support for Ladders or Personnel." Manufacturer’s label is
acceptable. There shall be one warning sign every 15’ of the tray. Add contractor provided labels
if distance exceeds 15’ spacing. Contractor provided labels shall be 3”x12” with 0.75” text on
yellow background.
B. Comply with requirements for fasteners in Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical
Systems."
PART 3 - EXECUTION
B. Install cable trays as a complete system, including fasteners, hold-down clips, support systems,
barrier strips, adjustable horizontal and vertical splice plates, elbows, reducers, tees, crosses, cable
dropouts, adapters, covers, and bonding.
C. Install cable trays so that the tray is accessible for cable installation and all splices are accessible
for inspection and adjustment.
E. Join aluminum cable tray with splice plates; use four square-neck carriage bolts and locknuts.
F. Fasten cable tray supports to building structure and install seismic restraints.
G. Design fasteners and supports to carry cable tray, the cables, and a concentrated load of 200 lb.
Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems."
Comply with seismic-restraint details according to Division 26 Section "Vibration and Seismic
Controls for Electrical Systems."
H. Place supports so that spans do not exceed maximum spans on schedules and provide clearances
shown on Drawings. Install intermediate supports when cable weight exceeds the load-carrying
capacity of the tray rungs.
I. Construct supports from channel members, threaded rods, and other appurtenances furnished by
cable tray manufacturer. Arrange supports in trapeze or wall-bracket form as required by
application.
L. Locate and install supports according to NEMA FG 1. Do not install more than one cable tray
splice between supports.
M. Make connections to equipment with flanged fittings fastened to cable trays and to equipment.
Support cable trays independent of fittings. Do not carry weight of cable trays on equipment
enclosure.
N. Install expansion connectors where cable trays cross building expansion joints and in cable tray
runs that exceed dimensions recommended in NEMA FG 1. Space connectors and set gaps
according to applicable standard.
Q. Seal penetrations through fire and smoke barriers. Comply with requirements in Division 07
Section "Penetration Firestopping."
R. Install capped metal sleeves for future cables through firestop-sealed cable tray penetrations of fire
and smoke barriers.
S. Install cable trays with enough workspace to permit access for installing cables.
T. Install barriers to separate cables of different systems, such as power, communications, and data
processing; or of different insulation levels, such as 600, 5000, and 15 000 V.
U. Install permanent covers, if used, after installing cable. Install cover clamps according to NEMA
VE 2.
W. Install warning signs in visible locations on or near cable trays after cable tray installation.
A. Ground cable trays according to NFPA 70 unless additional grounding is specified. Comply with
requirements in Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems.
B. Cable trays with electrical power conductors shall be bonded together with a grounding conductor
run in the tray along with the power conductors and bonded to the tray at 72-inch intervals. The
grounding conductor shall be sized according to NFPA 70, Article 250.122, "Size of Equipment
Grounding Conductors," and Article 392, "Cable Trays."
C. When using epoxy- or powder-coat painted cable trays as a grounding conductor, completely
remove coating at all splice contact points or ground connector attachment. After completing
splice- to-grounding-bolt attachment, repair the coated surfaces with coating materials
recommended by cable tray manufacturer.
D. Bond cable trays to power source for cables contained within with bonding conductors sized
according to NFPA 70, Article 250.122, "Size of Equipment Grounding Conductors."
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3.3 CABLE INSTALLATION
A. Install cables only when each cable tray run has been completed and inspected.
B. Fasten cables on horizontal runs with cable clamps or cable ties according to NEMA VE 2.
Tighten clamps only enough to secure the cable, without indenting the cable jacket. Install cable
ties with a tool that includes an automatic pressure-limiting device.
D. Fasten and support cables that pass from one cable tray to another or drop from cable trays to
equipment enclosures. Fasten cables to the cable tray at the point of exit and support cables
independent of the enclosure. The cable length between cable trays or between cable tray and
enclosure shall be no more than 72 inches.
3.4 CONNECTIONS
A. Remove paint from all connection points before making connections. Repair paint after the
connections are completed.
1. After installing cable trays and after electrical circuitry has been energized, survey for
compliance with requirements.
2. Visually inspect cable insulation for damage. Correct sharp corners, protuberances in cable
trays, vibrations, and thermal expansion and contraction conditions, which may cause or
have caused damage.
3. Verify that the number, size, and voltage of cables in cable trays do not exceed that
permitted by NFPA 70. Verify that communications or data-processing circuits are
separated from power circuits by barriers or are installed in separate cable trays.
4. Verify that there are no intruding items such as pipes, hangers, or other equipment in the
cable tray.
5. Remove dust deposits, industrial process materials, trash of any description, and any
blockage of tray ventilation.
6. Visually inspect each cable tray joint and each ground connection for mechanical
continuity. Check bolted connections between sections for corrosion. Clean and re-torque in
suspect areas.
7. Check for improperly sized or installed bonding jumpers.
8. Check for missing, incorrect, or damaged bolts, bolt heads, or nuts. When found, replace
with specified hardware.
9. Perform visual and mechanical checks for adequacy of cable tray grounding; verify that all
takeoff raceways are bonded to cable trays. Test entire cable tray system for continuity.
Maximum allowable resistance is 1 ohm.
3.6 PROTECTION
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Conduit, ducts, and duct accessories for direct-buried and concrete-encased duct banks, and
in single duct runs.
2. Handholes and pull boxes.
3. Manholes.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this specification
and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with specification 260001.
Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Duct-Bank Coordination Drawings: Show duct profiles and coordination with other utilities and
underground structures.
1. Include plans and sections, drawn to scale, and show bends and locations of expansion
fittings.
2. Provide duct bank pulling tension and de-rating calculations based upon the duct bank
configuration that will be installed. Provide additional conduits, larger conductor and duct
size as required to meet NEC requirements for underground duct banks.
3. Drawings and calculations shall be signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer
and turned over to DCE engineer for review and approval.
B. Shop Drawings for Precast or Factory-Fabricated Underground Utility Structures: Include plans,
elevations, sections, details, attachments to other work, and accessories, including the following:
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1. Duct entry provisions, including locations and duct sizes.
2. Reinforcement details.
3. Frame and cover design and manhole frame support rings.
4. Ladder details.
5. Grounding details.
6. Dimensioned locations of cable rack inserts, pulling-in and lifting irons, and sumps.
7. Joint details.
C. Shop Drawings for Factory-Fabricated Handholes and Pull Boxes Other Than Precast Concrete:
Include dimensioned plans, sections, and elevations, and fabrication and installation details,
including the following:
D. Product Certificates: For concrete and steel used in precast concrete manholes, pull boxes and
handholes, comply with ASTM C 858.
A. Deliver ducts to Project site with ends capped. Store nonmetallic ducts with supports to prevent
bending, warping, and deforming.
B. Store precast concrete and other factory-fabricated underground utility structures at Project site as
recommended by manufacturer to prevent physical damage. Arrange so identification markings
are visible.
C. Lift and support precast concrete units only at designated lifting or supporting points.
1.7 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate layout and installation of ducts, manholes, handholes, and pull boxes with final
arrangement of other utilities, site grading, and surface features as determined in the field.
B. Coordinate elevations of ducts and duct-bank entrances into manholes, handholes, and pull boxes
with final locations and profiles of ducts and duct banks as determined by coordination with other
utilities, underground obstructions, and surface features. Revise locations and elevations from
those indicated as required to suit field conditions and to ensure that duct runs drain to manholes
and handholes, and as approved by Architect.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 CONDUIT
B. RNC: NEMA TC 2, Type EPC-40-PVC, UL 651, with matching fittings by same manufacturer as
the conduit, complying with NEMA TC 3 and UL 514B.
Un. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1. AFC Cable Systems.
2. ARNCO Corporation.
3. Beck Manufacturing.
4. Cantex, Inc.
5. CertainTeed Corp.
6. Condux International, Inc.
7. DCX-CHOL Enterprises, Inc.; ELECSYS Division.
8. Electri-Flex Company.
9. IPEX Inc.
10. Lamson & Sessions; Carlon Electrical Products.
11. Manhattan Wire Products; a Belden company.
B. Duct Accessories:
1. Duct Separators: Factory-fabricated rigid PVC interlocking spacers, sized for type and sizes
of ducts with which used, and retained to provide minimum duct spacings indicated while
supporting ducts during concreting or backfilling.
2. Warning Tape: Underground-line warning tape specified in Division 26 Section
"Identification for Electrical Systems."
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
C. Ferrous metal hardware shall be hot-dip galvanized in accordance with ASTM A153 (ASTM
A153M) and ASTM A123 (ASTM A123M).
2. Cover Finish: Nonskid finish shall have a minimum coefficient of friction of 0.50.
3. Cover Legend: Molded lettering, "ELECTRIC" or as required for each utility.
4. Configuration: Units shall be designed for flush burial and have integral closed bottom
unless otherwise indicated.
5. Windows: Precast openings in walls, arranged to match dimensions and elevations of
approaching ducts and duct banks plus an additional 12 inches (300 mm) vertically and
horizontally to accommodate alignment variations.
a. Windows shall be located no less than 6 inches (150 mm) from interior surfaces of
walls, floors, or frames and covers of handholes, but close enough to corners to
facili- tate racking of cables on walls.
b. Window opening shall have cast-in-place, welded wire fabric reinforcement for
field cutting and bending to tie in to concrete envelopes of duct banks.
c. Window openings shall be framed with at least two additional No. 4 steel reinforcing
bars in concrete around each opening.
6. Duct Entrances in Handhole Walls: Cast end-bell or duct-terminating fitting in wall for each
entering duct.
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
B. Comply with ASTM C 858 and with interlocking mating sections, complete with accessories,
hardware, and features.
a. Windows shall be located no less than 6 inches (150 mm) from interior surfaces of
walls, floors, or roofs of manholes, but close enough to corners to facilitate racking of
cables on walls.
b. Window opening shall have cast-in-place, welded wire fabric reinforcement for field
cutting and bending to tie in to concrete envelopes of duct banks.
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c. Window openings shall be framed with at least two additional No. 4 steel reinforcing
bars in concrete around each opening.
2. Duct Entrances in Manhole Walls: Cast end-bell or duct-terminating fitting in wall for each
entering duct.
a. Type and size shall match fittings to duct or conduit to be terminated.
b. Fittings shall align with elevations of approaching ducts and be located near interior
corners of manholes to facilitate racking of cable.
C. Concrete Knockout Panels: 1-1/2 to 2 inches (38 to 50 mm) thick, for future conduit entrance and
sleeve for ground rod.
D. Joint Sealant: Asphaltic-butyl material with adhesion, cohesion, flexibility, and durability
properties necessary to withstand maximum hydrostatic pressures at the installation location with
the ground-water level at grade.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
Un. Ducts for Electrical Cables over 600 V: RNC, NEMA Type EPC-40-PVC, 5” minimum size, in
concrete-encased duct bank unless otherwise indicated.
B. Ducts for Electrical Feeders 600 V and Less: RNC, NEMA Type EPC-40-PVC, in concrete-
encased duct bank unless otherwise indicated.
C. Ducts for Electrical Branch Circuits: RNC, NEMA Type EPC-40-PVC, in direct-buried duct bank
unless otherwise indicated.
D. Underground Ducts for Telephone, Communications, or Data Utility Service Cables: RNC,
NEMA Type EPC-40-PVC, in concrete-encased duct bank unless otherwise indicated.
Un. Handholes and Pull Boxes for 600 V and Less, Including Telephone, Communications, and Data
Wiring:
1. Units in Roadways and Other Deliberate Traffic Paths: Precast concrete. AASHTO HB 17,
H-20 structural load rating.
2. Units in Driveway, Parking Lot, and Off-Roadway Locations, Subject to Occasional,
Nondeliberate Loading by Heavy Vehicles: Precast concrete, AASHTO HB 17, H-20
structural load rating.
3. Units in Sidewalk and Similar Applications with a Safety Factor for Nondeliberate Loading
by Vehicles: Polymer concrete units, SCTE 77, Tier 8 structural load rating.
4. Units Subject to Light-Duty Pedestrian Traffic Only: Fiberglass-reinforced polyester resin,
structurally tested according to SCTE 77 with 3000-lbf (13 345-N) "Light-Duty" vertical
loading.
3.4 EARTHWORK
A. Excavation and Backfill: Comply with Division 31 Section "Earth Moving," but do not use heavy-
duty, hydraulic-operated, compaction equipment.
B. Restore surface features at areas disturbed by excavation and reestablish original grades unless
otherwise indicated. Replace removed sod immediately after backfilling is completed.
C. Restore areas disturbed by trenching, storing of dirt, cable laying, and other work. Restore
vegetation and include necessary topsoiling, fertilizing, liming, seeding, sodding, sprigging, and
mulching. Comply with Division 32 Sections "Turf and Grasses" and "Plants."
D. Cut and patch existing pavement in the path of underground ducts and utility structures according
to Division 01 Section "Cutting and Patching."
A. Slope: Pitch ducts a minimum slope of 1:300 down toward manholes and handholes and away
from buildings and equipment. Slope ducts from a high point in runs between two manholes to
drain in both directions.
B. Curves and Bends: Use 5-degree angle couplings for small changes in direction. Use manufactured
long sweep bends with a minimum radius of 48 inches (1220 mm), both horizontally and
vertically, at other locations unless otherwise indicated.
C. Joints: Use solvent-cemented joints in ducts and fittings and make watertight according to
manufacturer's written instructions. Stagger couplings so those of adjacent ducts do not lie in same
plane.
D. Duct Entrances to Manholes and Concrete and Polymer Concrete Handholes: Use end bells,
spaced approximately 10 inches (250 mm) o.c. for 5-inch (125-mm) ducts, and vary
proportionately for other duct sizes.
1. Begin change from regular spacing to end-bell spacing 10 ft. (3 m) from the end bell
without reducing duct line slope and without forming a trap in the line.
2. Direct-Buried Duct Banks: Install an expansion and deflection fitting in each conduit in the
area of disturbed earth adjacent to manhole or handhole.
3. Grout end bells into structure walls from both sides to provide watertight entrances.
E. Building Wall Penetrations: Make a transition from underground duct to rigid steel conduit at least
10 ft. (3 m) outside the building wall without reducing duct line slope away from the building and
without forming a trap in the line. Use fittings manufactured for duct-to-conduit transition. Install
conduit penetrations of building walls as specified in Division 26 Section "General Requirements
for Electrical Systems."
F. Sealing: Provide temporary closure at terminations of ducts that have cables pulled. Seal spare
ducts at terminations. Use sealing compound and plugs to withstand at least 15-psig (1.03-MPa)
hydrostatic pressure.
G. Pulling Cord: Install 100-lbf- (445-N-) test nylon cord in ducts, including spares.
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H. Concrete-Encased Ducts: Support ducts on duct separators.
1. Separator Installation: Space separators close enough to prevent sagging and deforming of
ducts, with not less than 4 spacers per 20 ft. (6 m) of duct. Secure separators to earth and to
ducts to prevent floating during concreting. Stagger separators approximately 6 inches (150
mm) between tiers. Tie entire assembly together using fabric straps; do not use tie wires or
reinforcing steel that may form conductive or magnetic loops around ducts or duct groups.
2. Concreting Sequence: Pour each run of envelope between manholes or other terminations in
one continuous operation.
a. Start at one end and finish at the other, allowing for expansion and contraction of
ducts as their temperature changes during and after the pour. Use expansion fittings
installed according to manufacturer's written recommendations, or use other specific
measures to prevent expansion-contraction damage.
b. If more than one pour is necessary, terminate each pour in a vertical plane and install
3/4-inch (19-mm) reinforcing rod dowels extending 18 inches (450 mm) into concrete
on both sides of joint near corners of envelope.
3. Pouring Concrete: Spade concrete carefully during pours to prevent voids under and
between conduits and at exterior surface of envelope. Do not allow a heavy mass of
concrete to fall directly onto ducts. Use a plank to direct concrete down sides of bank
assembly to trench bottom. Allow concrete to flow to center of bank and rise up in middle,
uniformly filling all open spaces. Do not use power-driven agitating equipment unless
specifically designed for duct-bank application.
4. Reinforcement: Reinforce concrete-encased duct banks where they cross disturbed earth and
where indicated. Arrange reinforcing rods and ties without forming conductive or magnetic
loops around ducts or duct groups.
5. Forms: Use walls of trench to form side walls of duct bank where soil is self-supporting and
concrete envelope can be poured without soil inclusions; otherwise, use forms.
6. Minimum Space between Ducts: 3 inches (75 mm) between ducts and exterior envelope
wall, 2 inches (50 mm) between ducts for like services, and 4 inches (100 mm) between
power and signal ducts.
7. Provide duct bank de-rating calculations based upon the duct bank configuration that will be
installed. Provide additional conduits, larger conductor and duct size as required to meet
NEC requirements for underground duct banks.
8. Depth: Install top of duct bank at least 24 inches (600 mm) below finished grade in areas
not subject to deliberate traffic, and at least 30 inches (750 mm) below finished grade in
deliberate traffic paths for vehicles unless otherwise indicated.
9. Stub-Ups: Use manufactured rigid steel conduit elbows for stub-ups at poles and equipment
and at building entrances through the floor.
a. Couple steel conduits to ducts with adapters designed for this purpose, and encase
coupling with 3 inches (75 mm) of concrete.
b. Stub-Ups to Equipment: For equipment mounted on outdoor concrete bases, extend
steel conduit horizontally a minimum of 60 inches (1500 mm) from edge of base.
Install insulated grounding bushings on terminations at equipment.
10. Warning Tape: Bury warning tape approximately 12 inches (300 mm) above all concrete-
encased ducts and duct banks. Align tape parallel to and within 3 inches (75 mm) of the
centerline of duct bank. Provide an additional warning tape for each 12-inch (300-mm)
increment of duct bank width over a nominal 18 inches (450 mm). Space additional tapes 12
inches (300 mm) apart, horizontally.
1. MV Cables shall not be installed inside buildings unless the following conditions are met:
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a. MV cables shall be installed in galvanized rigid steel conduit.
b. Conduits shall be incased in a minimum of 4” of concrete on all sides.
c. Concrete encasement shall be painted red and labeled at minimum of 4’ linear
intervals with: “Danger High Voltage 12,000 Volts”.
2. MV Cables from separate power buses shall not be installed in common manholes,
handholes, pullboxes, junction boxes or cable vaults. Each power bus shall have a separate,
isolated installation so that a failure of one cable shall not affect any other bus.
1. Single conduit runs, smaller than 1.5” diameter for site lighting, general use outdoor
receptacles and security.
2. Excavate trench bottom to provide firm and uniform support for duct bank. Prepare trench
bottoms as specified in Division 31 Section "Earth Moving" for pipes less than 6 inches
(150 mm) in nominal diameter.
3. Install backfill as specified in Division 31 Section "Earth Moving."
4. Depth: Install top of duct bank at least 36 inches (900 mm) below finished grade unless
otherwise indicated.
5. Warning Tape: Bury warning tape approximately 12 inches (300 mm) above all
underground conduits. Align tape parallel to and within 3 inches (75 mm) of the centerline
of conduit.
B. Elevations:
1. Manhole Roof: Install with rooftop at least 15 inches (380 mm) below finished grade.
2. Manhole Frame: In paved areas and trafficways, set frames flush with finished grade. Set
other manhole frames 1 inch (25 mm) above finished grade.
3. Handhole Covers: In paved areas and trafficways, set surface flush with finished grade. Set
covers of other handholes 1 inch (25 mm) above finished grade.
4. Where indicated, cast handhole cover frame integrally with handhole structure.
C. Drainage: Install drains in bottom of manholes where indicated. Coordinate with drainage
provisions indicated.
D. Hardware: Install removable hardware, including pulling eyes, cable stanchions, and cable arms,
and insulators, as required for installation and support of cables and conductors and as indicated.
E. Fixed Manhole Ladders: Arrange to provide for safe entry with maximum clearance from cables
and other items in manholes.
F. Field-Installed Bolting Anchors in Manholes and Concrete Handholes: Do not drill deeper than 3-
7/8 inches (98 mm) for manholes and 2 inches (50 mm) for handholes, for anchor bolts installed in
the field. Use a minimum of two anchors for each cable stanchion.
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G. Warning Sign: Install "Confined Space Hazard" warning sign on the inside surface of each
manhole cover.
3.7 GROUNDING
A. Ground underground ducts and utility structures according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and
Bonding for Electrical Systems."
3.9 CLEANING
A. Pull leather-washer-type duct cleaner, with graduated washer sizes, through full length of ducts.
Follow with rubber duct swab for final cleaning and to assist in spreading lubricant throughout
ducts.
SECTION 260544 – SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR ELECTRICAL RACEWAYS AND
Un. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
1. Sleeves for raceway and cable penetration of non-fire-rated construction walls and floors.
2. Sleeve-seal systems.
3. Sleeve-seal fittings.
4. Grout.
5. Silicone sealants.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this specification
and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with specification 260001.
Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 SLEEVES
A. Wall Sleeves:
1. Steel Pipe Sleeves: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Type E, Grade B, Schedule 40, zinc coated, plain
ends.
2. Cast-Iron Pipe Sleeves: Cast or fabricated "wall pipe," equivalent to ductile-iron pressure
pipe, with plain ends and integral waterstop unless otherwise indicated.
E. Molded-PE or -PP Sleeves: Removable, tapered-cup shaped, and smooth outer surface with
nailing flange for attaching to wooden forms.
a. For sleeve cross-section rectangle perimeter less than 50 inches (1270 mm) and with
no side larger than 16 inches (400 mm), thickness shall be 0.052 inch (1.3 mm).
b. For sleeve cross-section rectangle perimeter 50 inches (1270 mm) or more and one or
more sides larger than 16 inches (400 mm), thickness shall be 0.138 inch (3.5 mm).
A. Description: Modular sealing device, designed for field assembly, to fill annular space between
sleeve and raceway or cable.
2. Sealing Elements: EPDM rubber interlocking links shaped to fit surface of pipe. Include
type and number required for pipe material and size of pipe.
3. Pressure Plates: Carbon steel.
4. Connecting Bolts and Nuts: Carbon steel, with corrosion-resistant coating, of length
required to secure pressure plates to sealing elements.
a. Presealed Systems.
2.4 GROUT
A. Description: Nonshrink; recommended for interior and exterior sealing openings in non-fire-rated
walls or floors.
1. Grade: Pourable (self-leveling) formulation for openings in floors and other horizontal
surfaces that are not fire rated.
B. Silicone Foams: Multicomponent, silicone-based liquid elastomers that, when mixed, expand and
cure in place to produce a flexible, nonshrinking foam.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
a. Seal annular space between sleeve and raceway or cable, using joint sealant
appropriate for size, depth, and location of joint. Comply with requirements in
Division 07 Section "Joint Sealants."
b. Seal space outside of sleeves with mortar or grout. Pack sealing material solidly
between sleeve and wall so no voids remain. Tool exposed surfaces smooth; protect
material while curing.
2. Use pipe sleeves unless penetration arrangement requires rectangular sleeved opening.
3. Size pipe sleeves to provide 1/4-inch annular clear space between sleeve and raceway or
cable unless sleeve seal is to be installed or unless seismic criteria require different
clearance.
4. Install sleeves for wall penetrations unless core-drilled holes or formed openings are used.
Install sleeves during erection of walls. Cut sleeves to length for mounting flush with both
surfaces of walls. Deburr after cutting.
5. Install sleeves for floor penetrations. Extend sleeves installed in floors 2 inches above
finished floor level. Install sleeves during erection of floors.
1. Use circular metal sleeves unless penetration arrangement requires rectangular sleeved
opening.
2. Seal space outside of sleeves with approved joint compound for gypsum board assemblies.
E. Roof-Penetration Sleeves: Seal penetration of individual raceways and cables with flexible boot-
type flashing units applied in coordination with roofing work.
F. Aboveground, Exterior-Wall Penetrations: Seal penetrations using steel pipe sleeves and
mechanical sleeve seals. Select sleeve size to allow for 1-inch (25-mm) annular clear space
between pipe and sleeve for installing mechanical sleeve seals.
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G. Underground, Exterior-Wall and Floor Penetrations: Install cast-iron pipe sleeves. Size sleeves to
allow for 1-inch (25-mm) annular clear space between raceway or cable and sleeve for installing
sleeve-seal system.
A. Install sleeve-seal systems in sleeves in exterior concrete walls and slabs-on-grade at raceway entries
into building.
B. Install type and number of sealing elements recommended by manufacturer for raceway or cable
material and size. Position raceway or cable in center of sleeve. Assemble mechanical sleeve seals
and install in annular space between raceway or cable and sleeve. Tighten bolts against pressure
plates that cause sealing elements to expand and make watertight seal.
A. Install sleeve-seal fittings in new walls and slabs as they are constructed.
B. Assemble fitting components of length to be flush with both surfaces of concrete slabs and walls.
Position waterstop flange to be centered in concrete slab or wall.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
1. Isolation pads.
2. Spring isolators.
3. Restrained spring isolators.
4. Channel support systems.
5. Restraint cables.
6. Hanger rod stiffeners.
7. Anchorage bushings and washers.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
1. Include rated load, rated deflection, and overload capacity for each vibration
isolation device.
2. Illustrate and indicate style, material, strength, fastening provision, and finish for each
type and size of seismic-restraint component used.
a. Tabulate types and sizes of seismic restraints, complete with report numbers and
rated strength in tension and shear as evaluated by an evaluation service member
of ICC-ES, or an agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
b. Annotate to indicate application of each product submitted and compliance
with requirements.
3. Restrained-Isolation Devices: Include ratings for horizontal, vertical, and combined loads.
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C. Delegated-Design Submittal: For seismic-restraint details indicated to comply with performance
requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified
professional engineer responsible for their preparation.
1. Design Calculations: Calculate static and dynamic loading due to equipment weight and
operation, seismic forces required to select vibration isolators and seismic restraints.
2. Indicate materials and dimensions and identify hardware, including attachment
and anchorage devices.
3. Field-fabricated supports.
4. Seismic-Restraint Details:
A. Coordination Drawings: Show coordination of seismic bracing for electrical components with
other systems and equipment in the vicinity, including other supports and seismic restraints.
C. Welding certificates.
A. Testing Agency Qualifications: An independent agency, with the experience and capability to
conduct the testing indicated, that is a nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL) as
defined by OSHA in 29 CFR 1910.7, and that is acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Comply with seismic-restraint requirements in the IBC unless requirements in this Section
are more stringent.
C. Welding: Qualify procedures and personnel according to AWS D1.1/D1.1M, "Structural Welding
Code - Steel."
D. Seismic-restraint devices shall have horizontal and vertical load testing and analysis and shall
bear anchorage preapproval OPA number, preapproval by ICC-ES, or preapproval by another
agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, showing maximum seismic-restraint ratings.
Ratings based on independent testing are preferred to ratings based on calculations. If
preapproved ratings are not available, submittals based on independent testing are preferred.
Calculations (including combining shear and tensile loads) to support seismic-restraint designs
must be signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer.
B. General Requirements for Restraint Components: Rated strengths, features, and application
requirements shall be as defined in reports by an evaluation service member of ICC-ES, or an
agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
1. Structural Safety Factor: Allowable strength in tension, shear, and pullout force of
components shall be at least four times the maximum seismic forces to which they will
be subjected.
C. Channel Support System: MFMA-3, shop- or field-fabricated support assembly made of slotted
steel channels with accessories for attachment to braced component at one end and to building
structure at the other end and other matching components and with corrosion-resistant coating;
and rated in tension, compression, and torsion forces.
D. Restraint Cables: ASTM A 603 galvanized-steel cables with end connections made of steel
assemblies with thimbles, brackets, swivels, and bolts designed for restraining cable service;
and with a minimum of two clamping bolts for cable engagement.
E. Hanger Rod Stiffener: Steel tube or steel slotted-support-system sleeve with internally bolted
connections to hanger rod. Do not weld stiffeners to rods.
F. Bushings for Floor-Mounted Equipment Anchor: Neoprene bushings designed for rigid
equipment mountings and matched to type and size of anchors and studs.
H. Resilient Isolation Washers and Bushings: One-piece, molded, oil- and water-resistant neoprene,
with a flat washer face.
I. Mechanical Anchor: Drilled-in and stud-wedge or female-wedge type in zinc-coated steel for
interior applications and stainless steel for exterior applications. Select anchors with strength
required for anchor and as tested according to ASTM E 488. Minimum length of eight times
diameter.
J. Adhesive Anchor: Drilled-in and capsule anchor system containing polyvinyl or urethane
methacrylate-based resin and accelerator, or injected polymer or hybrid mortar adhesive. Provide
anchor bolts and hardware with zinc-coated steel for interior applications and stainless steel for
exterior applications. Select anchor bolts with strength required for anchor and as tested according
to ASTM E 488.
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2.2 FACTORY FINISHES
A. Finish: Manufacturer's standard paint applied to factory-assembled and -tested equipment before
shipping.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
B. Examine roughing-in of reinforcement and cast-in-place anchors to verify actual locations before
installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 APPLICATIONS
A. Multiple Raceways or Cables: Secure raceways and cables to trapeze member with clamps
approved for application by an evaluation service member of ICC-ES, or an agency acceptable to
authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Hanger Rod Stiffeners: Install hanger rod stiffeners where indicated or scheduled on Drawings to
receive them and where required to prevent buckling of hanger rods due to seismic forces.
C. Strength of Support and Seismic-Restraint Assemblies: Where not indicated, select sizes of
components so strength will be adequate to carry present and future static and seismic loads
within specified loading limits.
B. Install bushing assemblies for mounting bolts for wall-mounted equipment, arranged to
provide resilient media where equipment or equipment-mounting channels are attached to wall.
1. Identify position of reinforcing steel and other embedded items prior to drilling holes for
anchors. Do not damage existing reinforcing or embedded items during coring or drilling.
Notify the structural engineer if reinforcing steel or other embedded items are
encountered during drilling. Locate and avoid prestressed tendons, electrical and
telecommunications conduit, and gas lines.
2. Do not drill holes in concrete or masonry until concrete, mortar, or grout has achieved
full design strength.
3. Wedge Anchors: Protect threads from damage during anchor installation. Heavy-duty
sleeve anchors shall be installed with sleeve fully engaged in the structural element to
which anchor is to be fastened.
4. Adhesive Anchors: Clean holes to remove loose material and drilling dust prior to
installation of adhesive. Place adhesive in holes proceeding from the bottom of the hole and
progressing toward the surface in such a manner as to avoid introduction of air pockets in
the adhesive.
5. Set anchors to manufacturer's recommended torque, using a torque wrench.
6. Install zinc-coated steel anchors for interior and stainless-steel anchors for
exterior applications.
A. Install flexible connections in runs of raceways, cables, wireways, cable trays, and busways
where they cross seismic joints, where adjacent sections or branches are supported by different
structural elements, and where they terminate with connection to equipment that is anchored to a
different structural element from the one supporting them as they approach equipment.
A. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and inspections and prepare
test reports.
A. Adjust restraints to permit free movement of equipment within normal mode of operation.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
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1. 260001 General Requirements for Electrical Systems.
2. 019113 General Commissioning Requirements.
3. 260801 General Acceptance Testing Requirements for Electrical Systems.
4. Current Revision of the Controls Specifications
5. 260548 Vibration and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems.
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
E. Adhesive-attached labeling materials, including label stocks, laminating adhesives, and inks used
by label printers, shall comply with UL 969.
COORDINATION
G. Coordinate identification names, abbreviations, colors, and other features with requirements in
other Sections requiring identification applications, Drawings, Shop Drawings, manufacturer's
wiring diagrams, and the Operation and Maintenance Manual; and with those required by codes,
standards, and 29 CFR 1910.145. Use consistent designations throughout Project.
H. Coordinate installation of identifying devices with completion of covering and painting of surfaces
where devices are to be applied.
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I. Coordinate installation of identifying devices with location of access panels and doors.
J. Install identifying devices before installing acoustical ceilings and similar concealment.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Comply with ANSI A13.1 for minimum size of letters, for legend, and for minimum length of
color field for each raceway size.
D. Snap-Around Labels for Raceways Carrying Circuits at 600 V or Less: Slit, pretensioned, flexible,
preprinted, color-coded acrylic sleeve, with diameter sized to suit diameter of raceway or cable it
identifies and to stay in place by gripping action.
E. Tape and Stencil for Raceways Carrying Circuits More Than 600 V: 4-inch- wide black stripes on
10-inch centers diagonally over orange background that extends full length of raceway or duct and
is 12 inches wide. Stop stripes at legends.
F. Metal Tags: Brass or aluminum, 2 by 2 by 0.05 inch, with stamped legend, punched for use with
self-locking cable tie fastener.
A. Comply with ANSI A13.1 for minimum size of letters for legend and for minimum length of color
field for each raceway and cable size.
C. Self-Adhesive Vinyl Labels: Preprinted, flexible label laminated with a clear, weather- and
chemical-resistant coating and matching wraparound adhesive tape for securing ends of legend
label.
A. Color-Coding Conductor Tape: Colored, self-adhesive vinyl tape not less than 3 mils thick by 1 to
2 inches wide.
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B. Self-Adhesive Vinyl Labels: Preprinted, flexible label laminated with a clear, weather- and
chemical-resistant coating and matching wraparound adhesive tape for securing ends of legend
label.
C. Marker Tapes: Vinyl or vinyl-cloth, self-adhesive wraparound type, with circuit identification
legend machine printed by thermal transfer or equivalent process.
A. 2-inch wide, 5-mil pressure-sensitive vinyl tape, with black and white stripes and clear vinyl overlay.
A. Tape:
1. Recommended by manufacturer for the method of installation and suitable to identify and
locate underground electrical and communications utility lines.
2. Printing on tape shall be permanent and shall not be damaged by burial operations.
3. Tape material and ink shall be chemically inert, and not subject to degrading when exposed
to acids, alkalis, and other destructive substances commonly found in soils.
1. Preprinted aluminum signs, punched or drilled for fasteners, with colors, legend, and size
required for application.
2. 1/4-inch grommets in corners for mounting.
3. Nominal size, 7 by 10 inches.
C. Warning label and sign shall include, but are not limited to, the following legends:
A. Engraved, laminated acrylic or melamine plastic, minimum 1/16 inch thick for signs up to 20 sq.
inches and 1/8 inch thick for larger sizes.
A. Engraved, Laminated Acrylic or Melamine Label: Punched or drilled for screw mounting. White
letters on a dark-gray background. Minimum letter height shall be 3/8 inch.
A. General-Purpose Cable Ties: Fungus inert, self-extinguishing, one-piece, self-locking, Type 6/6
nylon.
B. UV-Stabilized Cable Ties: Fungus inert, designed for continuous exposure to exterior sunlight,
self- extinguishing, one-piece, self-locking, Type 6/6 nylon.
A. Paint: Comply with requirements in Division 09 painting Sections for paint materials and
application requirements. Select paint system applicable for surface material and location (exterior
or interior).
B. Fasteners for Labels and Signs: Self-tapping, stainless-steel screws or stainless-steel machine
screws with nuts and flat and lock washers.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
1. Abbreviations Standards.
a. Electrical (Equipment):
c. Electrical (General):
1) AC Alternating Current.
2) AL Aluminum.
3) AFCI Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter.
4) BKR Breaker.
5) BYP Bypass.
6) C Conduit.
7) CB Circuit Breaker.
8) CKT Circuit.
9) DC Direct Current.
10) FC Foot-Candles.
11) FSD Fused.
12) GRD Ground.
13) GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.
14) HP Horsepower.
15) IMC Intermediate Metal Conduit.
16) kW Kilowatts.
17) kVA Kilovolt-Amperes.
18) LTG Lighting.
19) MCA Minimum Circuit Ampacity.
20) MCB Main Circuit Breaker.
21) MET Meter.
22) MLO Main Lug Only.
23) MTR Motor.
24) NC Normally Closed.
25) NO Normally Open.
26) NF Non-Fused.
27) PB Pushbutton.
28) PNL Panel.
29) PUE Power Utilization Efficiency.
30) PWR Power.
31) V Volts.
32) VA Volts-Amperes.
33) W Watts.
34) WP Weatherproof.
d. Electrical (Conduit):
B. Location: Install identification materials and devices at locations for most convenient viewing
without interference with operation and maintenance of equipment.
C. Apply identification devices to surfaces that require finish after completing finish work.
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D. Attach signs and plastic labels that are not self-adhesive type with mechanical fasteners
appropriate to the location and substrate.
E. Cable Ties: For attaching tags. Use general-purpose type, except as listed below:
G. Painted Identification: Comply with requirements in Division 09 painting Sections for surface
preparation and paint application.
A. Concealed Raceways, Duct Banks, More Than 600 V, within Buildings: Tape and stencil 4-inch
wide black stripes on 10-inch centers over orange background that extends full length of raceway
or duct and is 12 inches wide. Stencil legend "DANGER CONCEALED HIGH VOLTAGE
WIRING" with 3-inch high black letters on 20-inch centers. Stop stripes at legends. Apply to the
following finished surfaces:
1. Floor surface directly above conduits running beneath and within 12 inches of a floor that is
in contact with earth or is framed above unexcavated space.
2. Wall surfaces directly external to raceways concealed within wall.
3. Accessible surfaces of concrete envelope around raceways in vertical shafts, exposed in the
building, or concealed above suspended ceilings.
B. Accessible Raceways and Metal-Clad Cables, 600 V or Less, for Service, Feeder, and Branch
Circuits More Than 30 A, and 120 V to ground: Identify with self-adhesive vinyl label. Install
labels at 30-foot (10-m) maximum intervals.
C. Accessible Raceways and Cables within Buildings: Identify the covers of each junction and pull
box of the following systems with self-adhesive vinyl labels with the wiring system legend and
system voltage. System legends shall be as follows:
1. Emergency Power.
2. Power.
3. UPS.
D. Power-Circuit Conductor Identification, 600 V or Less: For conductors in vaults, pull and junction
boxes, manholes, and handholes, use color-coding conductor tape to identify the phase.
1. Color-Coding for Phase and Voltage Level Identification, 600 V or Less: Use colors listed
below for ungrounded feeder and branch-circuit conductors.
a. Color shall be factory applied or field applied for sizes larger than No. 8 AWG.
b. Colors for 208/120-V Circuits:
1) Phase A: Black.
2) Phase B: Red.
3) Phase C: Blue.
1) Phase A: Brown.
2) Phase B: Orange.
3) Phase C: Yellow.
2. Neutral conductors: White for 208/120-V circuits and Gray for both 415/240-V and
480/277- V circuits.
3. Grounded conductors: Green
4. Isolated ground conductors: Green with yellow stripe.
5. Field-Applied, Color-Coding Conductor Tape: Apply in half-lapped turns for a minimum
distance of 6 inches from terminal points and in boxes where splices or taps are made.
Apply last two turns of tape with no tension to prevent possible unwinding. Locate bands to
avoid obscuring factory cable markings.
E. Power-Circuit Conductor Identification, More than 600 V: For conductors in vaults, pull and
junction boxes, manholes, and handholes, use nonmetallic plastic tag holder with adhesive-backed
phase tags, and a separate tag with the circuit designation.
F. Conductors to Be Extended in the Future: Attach write-on tags to conductors and list source.
G. Auxiliary Electrical Systems Conductor Identification: Identify field-installed alarm, control, and
signal connections.
1. Identify conductors, cables, and terminals in enclosures and at junctions, terminals, and pull
points. Identify by system and circuit designation.
2. Use system of marker tape designations that is uniform and consistent with system used by
manufacturer for factory-installed connections.
3. Coordinate identification with Project Drawings, manufacturer's wiring diagrams, and the
Operation and Maintenance Manual.
H. Locations of Underground Lines: Identify with underground-line warning tape for power, lighting,
communication, and control wiring and optical fiber cable.
I. Workspace Indication: Install floor marking tape to show working clearances in the direction of
access to live parts. Workspace shall be as required by NFPA 70 and 29 CFR 1926.403 unless
otherwise indicated. Do not install at flush-mounted panelboards and similar equipment in finished
spaces.
J. Warning Labels for Indoor Cabinets, Boxes, and Enclosures for Power and Lighting: Baked-
enamel warning signs.
2. Comply with 29 CFR 1910.145.
1. Identify system voltage with black letters on an orange background.
2. Apply to exterior of door, cover, or other access.
3. For equipment with multiple power or control sources, apply to door or cover of equipment
including, but not limited to, the following:
a. Power transfer switches.
b. Controls with external control power connections.
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K. Operating Instruction Signs: Install instruction signs to facilitate proper operation and maintenance
of electrical systems and items to which they connect. Install instruction signs with approved
legend where instructions are needed for system or equipment operation.
L. Emergency Operating Instruction Signs: Install instruction signs with white legend on a red
background with minimum 3/8-inch high letters for emergency instructions at equipment used for
power transfer.
M. Equipment Identification Labels: On each unit of equipment, install unique designation label that
is consistent with wiring diagrams, schedules, and the Operation and Maintenance Manual. Apply
labels to disconnect switches and protection equipment, central or master units, control panels,
control stations, terminal cabinets, and racks of each system. Systems include power, lighting,
control, communication, signal, monitoring, and alarm systems unless equipment is provided with
its own identification.
1. Labeling Instructions:
2. Equipment to Be Labeled:
A. Standard Abbreviations.
B. Equipment Identification.
1. All equipment, at all levels, shall have a means of identification, using the standardized
labeling format.
2. Mechanical and Electrical Equipment Identification.
3. All fundamental equipment shall be identified in the following format:
4. <CLUSTER><SITE>-<EQUIPMENT ID> <LOCATION><ELECTRICAL BUS>-<SUB-
IDENTIFIER><INTERNAL IDENTIFIER><SEQUENTIAL IDENTIFIER>.
1) IAD – Virginia.
2) SFO – San Francisco.
3) DUB – Dublin.
4) PDX – Oregon.
5) SEA – Seattle.
5. Examples:
a. IAD6-CH 1 Virginia Site #6, Chiller #1. This identification would only be for offsite
reference; onsite equipment designation would be CH 1.
b. PDX4-UPS 2B-1 Oregon Site #4, POD #2, UPS #1 on the B Bus. This identification
would only be for offsite reference; onsite equipment designation would be UPS 2B-
1.
c. SFO9-USB 1A-TVSS1 San Francisco Site #9, POD #1, Utility Switchboard #1, on
the A Bus, TVSS Unit #1. This identification would only be for offsite reference,
onsite equipment designation would be USB 1A-TVSS1. The presence of the final
‘1’ indicates there is more than (1) TVSS in USB 1A.
6. Equipment Labeling:
1) Line 1: FED FROM: <Electrical Source feeding equipment> (3/8” High Font).
2) Line 2: <Onsite Equipment Designation> (1” High Bold Font).
3) Line 3: FEEDS: <Load being served by equipment> (3/8” High Font).
4) ** All mechanical equipment shall only contain Lines 1 & 2.
5) ** All Switchboards, panelboards, PDU, etc. shall contain Lines 1 & 2.
6) ** All breakers 100A or larger shall contain only Line #3 in Normal Font, but
5/8” high.
7) ** All disconnect switches, transformers, and standalone switches shall
contain Lines 1, 2 & 3.
c. Type: All Equipment labeling shall be self-adhesive engraved Phenolic/Lamecoid
type labels (1/16” 2-ply Gravoply 1 by Gravograph
http://www.gravograph.us/engraving- products/Gravoply_1.php or equivalent).
d. Background Color: Color of labels shall be as follows:
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this specification
and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with specification 260001.
Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
C. Other Action Submittals: The following submittals shall be made after the approval process for
system protective devices has been completed. Submittals shall be written form with a copy of the
database used in the analysis submitted in digital form.
1. Coordination-study input data, including completed computer program input data sheets.
2. Study and Equipment Evaluation Reports.
3. Coordination-Study Report.
4. Arc Flash Hazard Analysis Report
5. Software database/calculation files in digital form.
6. Breaker Settings Table in Excel format. See Section 3.4H for additional information.
A. Studies shall use the latest versions of ETAP or SKM computer programs.
B. Comply with IEEE 141 (Red Book) for electrical equipment ratings.
C. Comply with IEEE 242 (Buff Book) for Protection and coordination.
D. Comply with IEEE 399 (Brown Book) for general study procedures.
E. Comply with IEEE 551 (Violet Book) for Short Circuit Calculations.
G. Comply with NFPA 70E – Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace for AC and DC arc
flash hazard analysis.
H. Comply with IEEE 1584 (2018) – Guide for Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations for arc
flash hazard analysis (for AC systems < 15kV).
I. Comply with EPRI ArcFault Method for AC systems >= 15kV. The methodology is per EPRI
2011 Technical Report on Arc Flash.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
Un. Computer Software Developers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by the
following:
1. Additional Features:
a. Arcing faults.
b. Simultaneous faults.
c. Explicit negative sequence.
d. Mutual coupling in zero sequence.
1. Added components should be named per their identifiers on the single line drawings. They
should not be left with the default automatically generated names.
a. Cable naming should identify the downstream device. Example: CBL HSDB 4B2;
CBL HLP 4B1 XFMR; CBL HLP 4B1.
b. Node Buses should be named with an identifier NDE and description of location.
1) Use (N) Normal, (E) Emergency, (L) Load, (P) Primary, and (S) Secondary.
2) Transformer Example: NDE P HLP 4B1 XFMR; NDE S HLP 4B1 XFMR;
3) ATS Example: NDE E ATS 4B1; NDE N ATS 4B1; NDE L ATS 4B1.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine Project overcurrent protective device submittals for compliance with electrical
distribution system coordination requirements and other conditions affecting performance.
Devices to be coordinated are indicated on Drawings.
1. Proceed with coordination study only after relevant equipment submittals have been
assembled. Overcurrent protective devices that have not been submitted and approved prior
to coordination study may not be used in study.
A. Gather and tabulate the following input data to support coordination study:
1. Product Data for overcurrent protective devices specified in other Division 26 Sections and
involved in overcurrent protective device coordination studies. Use equipment designation
tags that are consistent with electrical distribution system diagrams, overcurrent protective
device submittals, input and output data, and recommended device settings.
2. Impedance of utility service entrance.
3. Electrical Distribution System Diagram: In hard-copy and electronic-copy formats, showing
the following:
4. Data sheets to supplement electrical distribution system diagram, cross-referenced with tag
numbers on diagram, showing the following:
a. Special load considerations, including starting inrush currents and frequent starting
and stopping.
b. Transformer characteristics, including primary protective device, magnetic inrush
current, and overload capability.
c. Motor full-load current, locked rotor current, service factor, starting time, type of
start, and thermal-damage curve.
d. Generator thermal-damage curve.
e. Ratings, types, and settings of utility company's overcurrent protective devices.
f. Special overcurrent protective device settings or types stipulated by utility company.
g. Time-current-characteristic curves of devices indicated to be coordinated.
h. Manufacturer, frame size, interrupting rating in amperes RMS symmetrical, ampere
or current sensor rating, long-time adjustment range, short-time adjustment range,
and instantaneous adjustment range for circuit breakers.
i. Manufacturer and type, ampere-tap adjustment range, time-delay adjustment range,
instantaneous attachment adjustment range, and current transformer ratio for
overcurrent relays.
j. Medium voltage switchgear, switchboards, panelboards ampacity, and interrupting
rating in amperes RMS symmetrical.
A. Calculate the maximum available short-circuit current in amperes RMS symmetrical at circuit-
breaker positions of the electrical power distribution system. The calculation shall be for a current
immediately after initiation and for a three-phase bolted short circuit at each of the following:
1. Utility Service.
2. Owner designed substations (if included in project scope).
3. Secondary Unit Substations.
4. Medium Voltage Transformers.
5. Low Voltage Switchboards.
6. Low Voltage Transformers.
7. UPS Input and Output.
8. Low Voltage Critical Distribution Switchboards.
9. Distribution panelboards.
10. Branch circuit panelboards.
11. Overhead Busway and Tap Boxes.
12. Power Distribution Units (PDU).
13. Power Distribution Cabinets (PDC).
14. Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS).
15. Automatic Transfer Switch Cabinets (ATSC).
16. Fused disconnects, enclosed circuit breakers, and VFD’s (for electrical and mechanical
equipment, including but not limited to: AHU, DAHU, Data Hall EF, DOAS, Fire Pump).
17. DC equipment.
B. Study electrical distribution system from normal and alternate power sources throughout electrical
distribution system for Project. Include studies of system-switching configurations and alternate
operations that could result in maximum fault conditions.
C. Calculate momentary and interrupting duties on the basis of maximum available fault current.
D. Calculations to verify interrupting ratings of overcurrent protective devices shall comply with
IEEE 141 and IEEE 242.
1. Transformers:
a. ANSI C57.12.22.
b. IEEE C57.12.00.
c. IEEE C57.96.
E. Study Report:
1. Show calculated X/R ratios and equipment interrupting rating (1/2-cycle) fault currents on
electrical distribution system diagram.
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2. Show interrupting (5-cycle) and time-delayed currents (6 cycles and above) on medium-
voltage breakers as needed to set relays and assess the sensitivity of overcurrent relays.
1. For 600-V overcurrent protective devices, ensure that interrupting ratings are equal to or
higher than calculated 1/2-cycle symmetrical fault current.
2. For devices and equipment rated for asymmetrical fault current, apply multiplication factors
listed in the standards to 1/2-cycle symmetrical fault current.
3. Verify adequacy of phase conductors at maximum three-phase bolted fault currents; verify
adequacy of equipment grounding conductors and grounding electrode conductors at
maximum ground-fault currents. Ensure that short-circuit withstand ratings are equal to or
higher than calculated 1/2-cycle symmetrical fault current.
A. Perform coordination study using approved computer software program. The report shall comply
with the recommendations in the standards listed in Section 1.5.
2. Device settings shall protect transformers according to IEEE C57.12.00, for fault currents.
MV/LV transformers in systems employing the FloRes automation system are protected by
the FloRes system operation or the FloRes Backup Protection Settings provided by the
owner.
C. UPS Inverter modeling: In the case of parallel UPS design only, the coordination study shall
consider and include both UPS inverter and static switch overload characteristics. Input circuit
breakers feeding the UPS shall be coordinated to ensure that the full UPS overload capability can
be utilized without the UPS input circuit breaker tripping.
D. PDC Breaker Settings: PDC Circuit breaker settings shall be obtained and modeled as per the
settings specified in PDC Specification (Appendix 10.7 PDC L1 FWT Script). Specification is
provided by the owner.
E. Conductor Protection: Protect cables against damage from fault currents according to ICEA P-32-
382, ICEA P-45-482, and conductor melting curves in IEEE 242. Demonstrate that equipment
withstands the maximum short-circuit current for a time equivalent to the tripping time of the
primary relay protection or total clearing time of the fuse. To determine temperatures that damage
insulation, use curves from cable manufacturers or from listed standards indicating conductor size
and short-circuit current.
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F. Coordination-Study Report: Prepare a written report indicating the following results of
coordination study:
a. Device tag.
b. Relay-current transformer ratios; and tap, time-dial, and instantaneous-pickup values.
c. Circuit-breaker sensor rating; and long-time, short-time, and instantaneous settings.
d. Fuse-current rating and type.
c. Ground-fault relay-pickup and time-delay settings. For every trip unit equipped with
ground fault function, the study engineer either assign ground fault settings or
indicate ground fault settings is OFF.
d. Trip unit name and type (i.e. PR332 LSIG, 1150 LSI )
a. Device tag.
b. Voltage and current ratio for curves.
c. Three-phase and single-phase damage points for each transformer.
d. No damage, melting, and clearing curves for fuses.
e. Cable damage curves.
f. Transformer inrush points.
g. Maximum fault-current cutoff point.
B. Completed data sheets for setting of overcurrent protective devices shall be provided in electronic
format for configuration and in pdf format for record.
C. In addition to normal operation coordination settings, settings shall be provided for all devices
equipped with arc flash reduction function (such as EATON ARMS, GE RELT, etc.). Where a
maintenance/arc flash reduction function does not exist, temporary instantaneous settings shall be
developed for maintenance activities and issued with the coordination study.
1. The goal of the additional “maintenance” settings is to temporarily adjust the breaker
settings to lower the incident energy to the lowest possible level. This will provide the
safest condition should the worker be required to work on energized gear. Understanding
that there will be some mis-coordination while the breaker is in “maintenance mode”, the
maintenance settings should be such that the lowest possible incident energy is achieved
and the best possible level of coordination is considered.
2. A table shall be provided that shows the normal operation instantaneous setting with the
normal operation incident energy and the maintenance instantaneous setting with the
maintenance incident energy.
3. Arc flash labels provided for the study will only show the normal operation incident energy.
D. Completed Excel format document of Breaker Settings Table: Upon DE review and approval of
submitted SCCS study, all LV settings generated by ETAP/SKM for circuit breakers shall be
transposed into AWS Breaker Settings Table (Excel format) included in Appendix A and turned
over for H2C for that phase. The Consultant shall work with Construction to ensure the completed
Excel format document incorporates any setting changes made during Commissioning, and any
formatting nuances required by AWS ingestion teams ahead of PFHO.
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3.5 ARC FLASH HAZARD ANALYSIS
1. Comply with IEEE 1584 (2018) – Guide for Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations for
arc flash hazard analysis (for AC systems < 15kV).
2. Comply with NFPA 70E (including Annex D) – Standard for Electrical Safety in the
Workplace. Use this standard for DC arc flash hazard analysis (See item 3.5 D for
additional requirements). Use this standard for general guidance on AC arc flash analysis
(including labeling). The AC arc flash analysis will be per IEEE 1584-2018.
3. Comply with EPRI ArcFault Method for AC systems >= 15kV (e.g., including MV
switchgear and Owner Substation). This method is available in ETAP (as ETAP ArcFault
Method 2) and SKM modules (as 15kV-800kV Arc Fault Analysis, EPRI Report 2011). The
methodology is per EPRI 2011 Technical Report on Arc Flash.
B. The flash protection boundary and the incident energy shall be calculated at all significant
locations in the electrical distribution system (switchboards, switchgear, motor-control centers,
panelboards, busway and splitters) where work could be performed on energized parts, including
all medium voltage equipment.
C. The Arc-Flash Hazard Analysis shall include all significant locations in 240 volt and 208 volt
systems fed from transformers where work could be performed on energized parts.
2. Methodology: the “Maximum Power Method” shall be used for the DC calculation.
a. The configuration factor at the working distance (incident energy multiplier for “arc
in a box”) to be used shall be 2.0.
b. Actual protective device fault clearing time shall be used in lieu of the default 2.0
second fault clearing time.
E. Safe working distances shall be based upon the calculated arc flash boundary considering incident
energy of 1.2 cal/cm2.
F. When appropriate, the short circuit calculations and the clearing times of the phase overcurrent
devices will be retrieved from the short-circuit and coordination study model. Ground overcurrent
relays should not be taken into consideration when determining the clearing time when performing
incident energy calculations.
G. The short-circuit calculations and the corresponding incident energy calculations for multiple
system scenarios must be compared and the greatest incident energy must be uniquely reported for
each equipment location. Calculations must be performed to represent the maximum and
minimum contributions of fault current magnitude for all normal and emergency operating
conditions. The minimum calculation will assume that the utility contribution is at a minimum and
will assume a minimum motor contribution (all motors off). Conversely, the maximum calculation
will assume a maximum contribution from the utility and will assume the maximum amount of
motors to be operating. Calculations shall take into consideration the parallel operation of
synchronous generators with the electric utility, where applicable.
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H. The incident energy calculations must consider the accumulation of energy over time when
performing arc flash calculations on buses with multiple sources. Iterative calculations must take
into account the changing current contributions, as the sources are interrupted or decremented with
time. Fault contribution from motors and generators should be decremented as follows:
1. Fault contribution from induction motors should not be considered beyond 3-5 cycles.
2. Fault contribution from synchronous motors and generators should be decayed to match the
actual decrement of each as closely as possible (e.g. contributions from permanent magnet
generators will typically decay from 10 per unit to 3 per unit after 10 cycles).
I. For each equipment location with a separately enclosed main device (where there is adequate
separation between the line side terminals of the main protective device and the work location),
calculations for incident energy and flash protection boundary shall include both the line and load
side of the main breaker.
J. When performing incident energy calculations on the line side of a main breaker (as required per
above), the line side and load side contributions must be included in the fault calculation.
K. Mis-coordination should be checked amongst all devices within the branch containing the
immediate protective device upstream of the calculation location and the calculation should utilize
the fastest device to compute the incident energy for the corresponding location.
K. Arc Flash calculations shall be based on actual overcurrent protective device clearing time.
Maximum clearing time will be capped at 2 seconds based on IEEE 1584. Where it is not
physically possible to move outside of the flash protection boundary in less than 2 seconds during
an arc flash event, a maximum clearing time based on the specific location shall be utilized.
L. Consideration shall be given to the use of arc flash mitigation systems including special relaying
provisions, optional setting groups and zone interlocking.
1. The contractor of the Arc Flash Hazard Analysis shall provide a 3.5 in. x 5 in. thermal
transfer type label of high adhesion polyester for each work location analyzed.
a. Label Template:
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2. All labels will be based on recommended overcurrent device settings and will be provided
after the results of the analysis have been presented to the owner and after any system
changes, upgrades or modifications have been incorporated in the system.
3. The label shall include the following information, at a minimum:
a. Location designation.
b. Nominal voltage.
c. Flash protection boundary.
d. Hazard risk category.
e. Incident energy.
f. Working distance.
g. Engineering report number, revision number and issue date.
a. For each 480 volt and applicable 208 volt panelboard, one arc flash label shall be
provided.
b. For each low voltage switchboard, one arc flash label shall be provided.
c. For each UPS system, one arc flash label shall be provided.
d. For each diesel/generator, one arc flash label shall be provided.
e. For each static transfer switch, one arc flash label shall be provided.
f. For each automatic transfer switch, one arc flash label shall be provided.
g. For each automatic transfer switch cabinet, one arc flash label shall be provided.
h. For each MV Transformer, two arc flash labels shall be provided (Primary and
Secondary)
i. For each LV Transformer, one arc flash label shall be provided (Secondary)
j. For each fused disconnect, enclosed circuit breaker, or VFD, for all electrical and
mechanical equipment, one arc flash label shall be provided.
k. For each DC battery cabinet and disconnects (if applicable).
6. Labels shall be field installed by the engineering service division of the equipment
manufacturer under the Startup and Acceptance Testing contract portion.
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O. Arc Flash Training: The supplier of the Arc Flash Hazard Analysis shall train the owner’s
qualified electrical personnel of the potential arc flash hazards associated with working on
energized equipment (minimum of 4 hours). The training shall be certified for continuing
education units (CEUs) by the International Association for Continuing Education Training
(IACET) or equivalent.
1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Condi-
tions.
C. Specifications Division 26 are directly applicable to this Section, and this Section is directly ap-
plicable to them.
D. ANSI/NETA ATS Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power Equip-
ment and Systems
E. ANSI/NETA ECS Standard for Electrical Commissioning Specifications for Electrical Power
Equipment and Systems
G. NOM-001-SEDE-2012
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section defines responsibilities of the General Contractor and Electrical Testing Agent re-
garding Acceptance tests and Pre-functional (installation) Checklists Level 2 Commissioning
pro- cess and addresses validation of proper and thorough installation of electrical systems.
B. The Acceptance Testing of electrical systems equipment and components is performed to assess
the suitability for initial energization of electrical power equipment and systems, to ensure these
systems and equipment perform in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, minimizing
downtime and maximizing life expectancy.
C. Pre-Functional Checklist are inspections performed by the installing contractor to assure instal-
lation per contractual documents and industry standards for all contractor installed equipment.
LLE equipment will require pre-startup inspection to be completed by the manufacturer as well.
D. LLE manufacturer, General Contractor and Electrical Testing Agent shall completely install, ac-
ceptance test, verify installation thoroughly, start-up, pre-test, adjust and integrate electrical sys-
tems and equipment.
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A. Qualifications: An agency, with the experience and capability to conduct the testing indicated,
and that is acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Engaged by the GC as a qualified agent to perform electrical testing and adjusting, prior to ener-
gization.
C. Tests and sets all electrical protective devices in accordance with the approved final electrical
coordination study.
D. Attend commissioning scoping meeting, controls integration meeting and additional meetings,
as necessary.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. The forms and checklists required to be used in AWS projects are owned by ACx team and will
be included in construction documentation.
B. General Contractor shall execute the acceptance tests and pre-functional/installation verification
steps and document the results for all contractor installed equipment.
1. Summary of project;
2. Technical characteristics of the equipment under test;
3. Test results;
4. Indication of “as-found” and “as-left” settings.
5. Test equipment serial numbers and calibration dates;
6. Identification of the testing organization and testing technician.
7. Notification of any test result, electrical function, material, or workmanship which is
found deficient, outside required tolerances, on the basis of tests.
8. Analysis and recommendations.
D. All Checklists and tests must be reviewed by a qualified engineer for proper test method, test
results conformance with the requirements.
E. A soft copy of the complete test report shall be uploaded in Workdocs; within 48 hours of test
completion.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL
A. All materials shall meet or exceed all applicable referenced standards, federal, state and local
requirements, and conform to codes and ordinances of authorities having jurisdiction.
A. Electrical Testing Agency to provide all specialized tools, test equipment and instruments re-
quired to execute site testing of sufficient quality and accuracy to test or measure system perfor-
mance within specified tolerances.
B. Test Equipment Calibration: A testing laboratory must have calibrated test equipment within the
previous twelve (12) months. Calibration shall be NIST traceable. Contractor must calibrate test
equipment and instruments according to manufacturer’s recommended intervals and whenever
the test equipment is dropped or damaged. Dated calibration labels shall be visible on all test
equipment. Certificates of calibration shall be uploaded in Workdocs and be readily available. A
hard copy of the Calibration Certificates shall be handed to ACx representative.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. All the electrical systems equipment and components are subject to site acceptance test and in-
stallation verification as defined by the documents referenced in section 1.1 above.
A. Test all electrical equipment and components in accordance with NETA ATS requirements.
Tests marked as optional in NETA ATS are not required.
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A. MV Cable Test
1. Perform Visual and Mechanical Inspections specified by NETA. Perform Electrical tests
specified by NETA section 7.3.3.B (1), (2), (3). Perform Dielectric Withstand Test by
Very Low Frequency (VLF) method listed as 7.3.3.5.1(2). The test shall be conducted in
accord- ance with IEEE Std 400.2-2013, IEEE Guide for Field Testing of Shielded Power
Cable Systems Using Very Low Frequency (VLF) (less than 1 Hz). The withstand test
shalluse si- nusoidal waveform, 0.1Hz. VLF withstand test voltages shall be applied in
accordance to Table 3. The recommended test time for each conductor is 30 minutes.
B. Current Transformers
1. In addition to the test specified in NETA standard, test line differential 87L protection
CT’s for proper polarity by the use of metering function of the relay while the protected
line is under maximum load conditions. Provide screen shoots or test reports with local,
remote, vector sum and Alpha plane values.
C. LV Breaker
1. Primary Injection Testing of LV breakers is required for all draw out type breakers. Fixed
mount breakers equipped with smart trip unit shall be tested by Secondary Injection
method. All breakers will be tested at the settings specified in approved Coordination
Study. Testing agency will be responsible to set all breakers per coordination study
settings for the entire site. This includes all thermal magnetic breakers instantaneous
settings, bus- way plug in breakers.
D. Panelboards
1. Test each power panelboard per NECA 407-2009 Installing and Maintaining
Panelboards. Section 6, Cleaning, Testing and Commissioning. Set main breaker per
coordination study settings.
2. Perform insulation resistance test using 1000Vdc. Test phase to phase and phase to
ground with all circuit breakers in open and closed positions, with all instrumentation and
control fuses removed and with no loads connected to the panelboard. Ground all phases
not being tested. Measure the insulation resistance at one minute following the
application of the test voltage.
E. Protective Relays
1. Perform manufacturers’ recommended tests and comply with the manufacturer’s testing
requirements. Secondary and Primary Injection Tests shall be conducted at the final pro-
tection settings per the coordination study. After the Electrical Tests are completed
thefinal settings shall be verified and written down on the test documentation. The
protectiondevice will be sealed or set with a password to prevent accidental tamper with
the settingshave been verified and tested.
F. Grounding/Earthing Systems
1. Test by three-point fall-of-potential test or equivalent per IEEE Standard 81 on the main
grounding/Earthing electrode or system at each test well. Resistance shall be no greater
than 1 ohms.
2. Perform point to point test per IEEE Standard 81 to determine the ground resistance be-
tween the main ground system and all major electrical equipment frames.
3. Grounding/Earthing system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and in-
spections.
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4. Excessive Ground Resistance: If resistance to ground exceeds specified values, notify Ar-
chitect promptly and include recommendations to reduce ground resistance.
H. Battery Systems
1. Test battery systems in accordance to manufacturer’s recommendations. In the absence of
manufacturer’s recommendations, test per NETA ATS standard.
I. TVSS
1. Test and Inspect TVSS in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. In theab-
sence of manufacturer’s recommendations, test per NETA ATS standard.
A. The pre-functional installation checklists performed in Level 2, pre-startup, shall verify the data
center equipment and accessories are properly installed per construction documents and manu-
facturer’s instructions, free from damage, NETA acceptance tested and are ready for Level3
startup verification.
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B. The general contractor is responsible for 100% construction checks, tests and verifications, in-
cluding electrical testing agency work and will assure each installing contractor performed re-
quired QA/QC inspections of the installation of all the equipment under contracted scope of
work.
C. ACx and CxA vendor shall verify the quality of work by witnessing and participating in site
tests executed on mechanical and electrical equipment i.e. NETA Acceptance test, flushing,
balancing, etc.
D. Verify the following pre-energization tasks are complete before equipment energization:
1. Verify nameplate and equipment ratings are documented and correct in accordance with
the most current drawings.
2. Review drawings, logic diagrams, protective device settings, engineering studies, and other
pertinent information to verify accuracy and completeness.
3. Visually inspect equipment.
4. Verify equipment is clearly labeled with unique designations and match designations on
all drawings, documentation, programming, and communication protocols.
5. Verify equipment, doors, and fences are labeled with appropriate safety labeling and
have the correct information in accordance with applicable regulations.
6. Verify equipment and circuits are correctly bonded and grounded in accordance with
applicable regulations.
7. Confirm isolation points have provisions for a lock and/or tag.
8. Confirm that correct electrical equipment clearances have been met.
9. Confirm clear working space around electrical equipment in accordance with applicable
regulations.
10. Verify correct operation of mechanical, electrical, key, and safety interlocks on electrical
power equipment. Verify duplicate interlock keys are destroyed or retained by authorized
personnel in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
11. Verify correct operation of applicable limit switches.
12. Verify wiring interconnection points such as shipping splits, field-connected devices, and
SCADA interface.
13. Verify current transformer circuits are complete and do not have an open-circuit.
Shorting devices should be in the intended position.
14. Verify instrument transformer tap connections are correct and match documentation,
drawings, and protective device settings.
15. Verify protective device settings are correct and match documentation, drawings, and
engineering studies.
16. Verify arc-flash hazard warning labels in accordance with applicable regulations.
17. Verify intelligent electronic devices, communication protocol, and SCADA systemsdis-
play the correct date and time.
18. Verify applicable communication points to end device(s).
19. Verify panel boards have accurate panel schedules.
20. Verify prime, emergency, and standby power systems are operational and ready for
energization.
21. Verify correct operation of GFCI receptacles.
22. Verify correct settings of lighting controls for electrical rooms and substations.
23. Verify correct operation of emergency shutdown systems.
24. Verify current and voltage sensors were tested in accordance with manufacturer’spub-
lished data.
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25. Verify applicable transformer insulating fluid analysis was completed and results are
acceptable.
26. Verify correct liquid levels and/or gas pressures in transformers.
27. Verify gas and liquid alarm levels.
28. Verify valves on equipment are in the correct position for energization.
29. Verify transformers are in the correct tap position(s) for energization.
30. Verify start-up procedures on all UPS and battery system components have been
performed and documented.
31. Confirm the initializing charge has been completed for battery systems in accordance
with manufacturer’s requirements.
32. Verify that indications and records are cleared for faults, alarms, and meters.
33. Confirm metes, relays and trip units have the memory cleared of min/max values and
events.
34. Create as-left setting files.
35. Create a written energization plan.
3.5 ENERGIZATION
B. Verify emergency exits are correctly secured to prevent the entrance of an unauthorized person
from outside, while allowing free escape from inside.
D. Verify correct position of switches, circuit breakers, and transfer switches for control circuits,
instrument transformer circuits, and power circuits. Verify test switches and terminal block dis-
connects/switches are in the correct position in accordance with the energization plan.
F. Verify correct current and voltage values to protective devices and metering.
G. Verify correct current and voltage values to protective devices and metering.
L. Verify transformer load tap changer and automatic voltage regulator operation.
N. Verify battery and UPS systems are free of alarms and are in the specified operating mode.
A. Acceptance criteria for the tests results are indicated in NETA standard and manufac-
turer’srecommendations.
B. All checklists and tests must be reviewed by a qualified engineer for proper test method and
testresults conformance with the requirements prior to submission.
PART 1 - GENERAL
Un. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
1. Time switches.
2. Outdoor and indoor photoelectric switches.
3. Indoor occupancy sensors.
4. Outdoor motion sensors.
5. Lighting contactors.
6. Emergency shunt relays.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
B. Electronic Time Switches: Solid state, programmable, with alphanumeric display; complying
with UL 917.
1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application.
2. Contact Configuration: SPST, DPST, DPDT.
3. Contact Rating: 20-A ballast load, 120-/240-V ac.
4. Programs: Eight on-off set points on a 24-hour schedule and an annual holiday schedule
that overrides the weekly operation on holidays.
5. Programs: Two on-off set points on a 24-hour schedule, allowing different set points for
each day of the week[ and an annual holiday schedule that overrides the weekly operation
on holidays].
6. Programs: 8 channels; each channel is individually programmable with eight on-off set
points on a 24-hour schedule.
7. Programs: 16 channels; each channel is individually programmable with two on-off set
points on a 24-hour schedule with a skip-a-day weekly schedule.
8. Programs: 32 channels; each channel is individually programmable with two on-off set
points on a 24-hour schedule, allowing different set points for each day of the week.
9. Programs: channels; each channel is individually programmable with 40 on-off
operations per week and an annual holiday schedule that overrides the weekly operation
on holidays.
10. Programs: channels; each channel is individually programmable with 40 on-off
operations per week, plus four seasonal schedules that modify the basic program, and an
annual holiday schedule that overrides the weekly operation on holidays.
11. Programs: and an annual holiday schedule that overrides the weekly operation on holidays.
12. Circuitry: Allow connection of a photoelectric relay as substitute for on-off function of a
program on selected channels.
13. Astronomic Time: Selected channels.
14. Automatic daylight savings time changeover.
15. Battery Backup: Not less than seven days reserve, to maintain schedules and time clock.
1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application.
2. Contact Configuration: SPST, DPST, SPDT, DPDT.
3. Contact Rating: 20-A ballast load, 120-/240-V ac.
4. Circuitry: Allows connection of a photoelectric relay as a substitute for the on-off
function of a program.
5. Astronomic time dial.
6. Eight-Day Program: Uniquely programmable for each weekday and holidays.
7. Skip-a-day mode.
8. Wound-spring reserve carryover mechanism to keep time during power failures,
minimum of 16 hours.
C. Description: Solid state, with SPST, DPSTdry contacts rated for 1800-VA tungsten or 1000-VA
inductive, to operate connected relay, contactor coils, or microprocessor input; complying with
UL 773A.
1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application.
2. Light-Level Monitoring Range: 1.5 to 10 fc with an adjustment for turn-on and turn-off
levels within that range, and a directional lens in front of the photocell to prevent fixed
light sources from causing turn-off.
3. Time Delay: Fifteen second minimum, to prevent false operation.
4. Surge Protection: Metal-oxide varistor.
5. Mounting: Twist lock complies with NEMA C136.10, with base-and-stem mounting or
stem-and-swivel mounting accessories as required to direct sensor to the north sky
exposure.
D. Description: Solid state, with SPST, DPST dry contacts rated for 1800 VA, to operate
connected load, complying with UL 773.
1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application.
2. Light-Level Monitoring Range: 1.5 to 10 fc with an adjustment for turn-on and turn-off
levels within that range.
3. Time Delay: Thirty-second minimum, to prevent false operation.
4. Lightning Arrester: Air-gap type.
5. Mounting: Twist lock complying with NEMA C136.10, with base.
1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application.
2. Operation: Unless otherwise indicated, turn lights on when coverage area is occupied,
and turn them off when unoccupied; with a time delay for turning lights off, adjustable
over a minimum range of 1 to 15 minutes.
3. Sensor Output: Contacts rated to operate the connected relay, complying with UL 773A.
Sensor is powered from the power pack.
4. Power Pack: Dry contacts rated for 20-A ballast load at 120- and 277-V ac, for 13-A
tungsten at 120-V ac, and for 1 hp at 120-V ac. Sensor has 24-V dc, 150-mA, Class 2
power source, as defined by NFPA 70.
5. Mounting:
6. Indicator: Digital display, to show when motion is detected during testing and normal
operation of sensor.
7. Bypass Switch: Override the "on" function in case of sensor failure.
8. Automatic Light-Level Sensor: Adjustable from 2 to 200 fc; turn lights off when selected
lighting level is present.
D. PIR Type: Ceiling mounted; detect occupants in coverage area by their heat and movement.
E. Ultrasonic Type: Ceiling mounted; detect occupants in coverage area through pattern changes
of reflected ultrasonic energy.
1. Detector Sensitivity: Detect a person of average size and weight moving not less than 12
inches in either a horizontal or a vertical manner at an approximate speed of 12 inches/s
2. Detection Coverage (Small Room): Detect occupancy anywhere within a circular area of
600 sq. ft. when mounted on a 96-inch- high ceiling.
3. Detection Coverage (Standard Room): Detect occupancy anywhere within a circular area
of 1000 sq. ft when mounted on a 96-inch- high ceiling.
4. Detection Coverage (Large Room): Detect occupancy anywhere within a circular area of
2000 sq. ft. when mounted on a 96-inch- high ceiling.
F. Dual-Technology Type: Ceiling mounted; detect occupants in coverage area using PIR and
ultrasonic detection methods. The particular technology or combination of technologies that
control on-off functions is selectable in the field by operating controls on unit.
1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application, and shall comply with California Title 24.
2. Operating Ambient Conditions: Dry interior conditions, 32 to 120 deg F.
3. Switch Rating: Not less than 800-VA fluorescent at 120 V, 1200-VA fluorescent at 277
V, and 800-W incandescent.
1. Standard Range: 180-degree field of view, field adjustable from 180 to 40 degrees; with a
minimum coverage area of 900 sq. ft.
2. Sensing Technology: PIR, Dual technology - PIR and ultrasonic.
3. Switch Type: SP, SP, dual circuit., SP, manual "on," automatic "off.", SP, field selectable
automatic "on," or manual "on" automatic "off."
4. Voltage: Match the circuit voltage.
5. Ambient-Light Override: Concealed, field-adjustable, light-level sensor from 10 to 150 fc
.The switch prevents the lights from turning on when the light level is higher than the set
point of the sensor.
6. Concealed, field-adjustable, "off" time-delay selector at up to 30 minutes.
7. Concealed "off" time-delay selector at 30 seconds, and 5, 10, and 20 minutes.
8. Adaptive Technology: Self-adjusting circuitry detects and memorizes usage patterns of
the space and helps eliminate false "off" switching.
1. Standard Range: 210-degree field of view, with a minimum coverage area of 900 sq. ft.
2. Sensing Technology: PIR.
3. Switch Type: SP, SP, dual circuit, SP, manual "on," automatic "off.", SP, field selectable
automatic "on," or manual "on" automatic "off."
4. Voltage: Match the circuit voltage.
5. Ambient-Light Override: Concealed, field-adjustable, light-level sensor from 10 to 150
fc. The switch prevents the lights from turning on when the light level is higher than the
set point of the sensor.
6. Concealed, field-adjustable, "off" time-delay selector at up to 30 minutes.
7. Concealed "off" time-delay selector at 30 seconds, and 5, 10, and 20 minutes.
8. Adaptive Technology: Self-adjusting circuitry detects and memorizes usage patterns of
the space and helps eliminate false "off" switching.
C. General Description: Solid-state unit. The unit is designed to operate with the lamp and ballasts
indicated.
1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application.
2. Operation: Turn lights on when coverage area is occupied, and to half-power when
unoccupied; with a time delay for turning lights to half-power that is adjustable over a
minimum range of 1 to 16 minutes.
3. Continuous Lamp Monitoring: When lamps are dimmed continuously for 24 hours,
automatically turn lamps on to full power for 15 minutes for every 24 hours of
continuous dimming.
4. Operating Ambient Conditions: 32 to 149 deg F (0 to 65 deg C).
5. Mounting: Threaded pipe.
6. Time-Delay and Sensitivity Adjustments: Recessed and concealed behind hinged door.
7. Detector Technology: PIR.
D. Detector Coverage: User selectable by interchangeable PIR lenses, suitable for mounting
heights from 12 to 50 feet.
E. Accessories: Obtain manufacturer's installation and maintenance kit with laser alignment tool
for sensor positioning and power port connectors.
1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application, and shall comply with California Title 24.
2. PIR, Dual-technology (PIR and infrared) type, weatherproof. Detect occurrences of 6-
inch- minimum movement of any portion of a human body that presents a target of not
less than 36 sq. in.. Comply with UL 773A.
3. Switch Rating:
4. Switch Type: SP., SP, dual circuit., SP, manual "on," automatic "off.", SP, field
selectable automatic "on," or manual "on" automatic "off.", With bypass switch to
override the "on" function in case of sensor failure.
5. Voltage: Match the circuit voltage.
6. Detector Coverage:
a. Standard Range: 210-degree field of view, with a minimum coverage area of 900
sq. ft.
b. Long Range: 180-degree field of view and 110-foot detection range.
1. Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation.
2. ASCO Power Technologies, LP; a division of Emerson Electric Co.
3. Eaton Corporation.
4. General Electric Company; GE Consumer & Industrial - Electrical Distribution; Total
Lighting Control.
5. Square D; a brand of Schneider Electric.
1. Current Rating for Switching: Listing or rating consistent with type of load served,
including tungsten filament, inductive, and high-inrush ballast (ballast with 15 percent or
less total harmonic distortion of normal load current).
2. Fault Current Withstand Rating: Equal to or exceeding the available fault current at the
point of installation.
3. Enclosure: Comply with NEMA 250.
4. Provide with control and pilot devices as indicated on Drawings, scheduled, matching the
NEMA type specified for the enclosure.
D. BAS Interface: Provide hardware interface to enable the BAS to monitor and control lighting
contactors.
C. Description: Normally closed, electrically held relay, arranged for wiring in parallel with
manual or automatic switching contacts; complying with UL 924.
A. Power Wiring to Supply Side of Remote-Control Power Sources: Not smaller than No. 12
AWG. Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section "Low-Voltage Electrical Power
Conductors and Cables."
B. Classes 2 and 3 Control Cable: Multiconductor cable with stranded-copper conductors not
smaller than No. 24 AWG. Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section "Low-Voltage
Electrical Power Conductors and Cables."
C. Class 1 Control Cable: Multiconductor cable with stranded-copper conductors not smaller than
No. 18 AWG. Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section "Low-Voltage Electrical
Power Conductors and Cables."
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Coordinate layout and installation of ceiling-mounted devices with other construction that
penetrates ceilings or is supported by them, including light fixtures, HVAC equipment, smoke
detectors, fire-suppression systems, and partition assemblies.
B. Install and aim sensors in locations to achieve not less than 90 percent coverage of areas
indicated. Do not exceed coverage limits specified in manufacturer's written instructions.
A. Mount electrically held lighting contactors with elastomeric isolator pads to eliminate structure-
borne vibration, unless contactors are installed in an enclosure with factory-installed vibration
isolators.
A. Wiring Method: Comply with Division 26 Section "Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors
and Cables." Minimum conduit size is 1/2 inch.
B. Wiring within Enclosures: Comply with NECA 1. Separate power-limited and nonpower-
limited conductors according to conductor manufacturer's written instructions.
C. Size conductors according to lighting control device manufacturer's written instructions unless
otherwise indicated.
D. Splices, Taps, and Terminations: Make connections only on numbered terminal strips in
junction, pull, and outlet boxes; terminal cabinets; and equipment enclosures.
3.4 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify components and power and control wiring according to Division 26 Section
"Identification for Electrical Systems."
A. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to evaluate lighting control devices and
perform tests and inspections.
C. Perform the following tests and inspections with the assistance of a factory-authorized service
representative:
1. Operational Test: After installing time switches and sensors, and after electrical circuitry
has been energized, start units to confirm proper unit operation.
2. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and
equipment.
D. Lighting control devices will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
3.6 ADJUSTING
1. For occupancy and motion sensors, verify operation at outer limits of detector range. Set
time delay to suit Owner's operations.
2. For daylighting controls, adjust set points and deadband controls to suit Owner's
operations.
3. Align high-bay occupancy sensors using manufacturer's laser aiming tool.
3.7 DEMONSTRATION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This specification covers the electrical and mechanical characteristics of 45-10,000 kVA Three-
Phase Step-Down Pad-Mounted or Substation Distribution Transformers with dual-switch
vacuum fault interrupter distribution. KVA ratings for transformers with secondary voltages not
exceeding 700V are 45-3,750 kVA, while kVA ratings for transformers with secondary voltages
greater than 700V are 1,000-10,000 kVA.
1. IEEE Std C57.12.00™-2010 standard – Standard for Standard General Requirements for
Liquid-Immersed Distribution, Power, and Regulating Transformers.
2. IEEE Std C57.12.28™-2005 standard – Pad-Mounted Equipment - Enclosure Integrity.
3. IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard – Standard Requirements for Pad-Mounted,
Compartmental-Type, Self-Cooled, Three-Phase Distribution Transformers (2500 kVA
and Smaller) - High Voltage: 34500GrdY/19920 Volts and Below; Low-Voltage: 480
Volt 2500 kVA and Smaller (issued in March 2005 - combines IEEE Std C57.12.22 and
IEEE Std C57.12.26 standards).
4. IEEE Std C57.12.90™-2010 standard – Standard Test Code for Liquid-Immersed
Distribution, Power, and Regulating Transformers and IEEE Guide for Short-Circuit
Testing of Distribution and Power Transformers.
5. IEEE Std C57.12.91™-2011 standard – Guide for Loading Mineral-Oil-Immersed
Transformers.
6. NEMA TR 1-1993 (R2000) – Transformers, Regulators and Reactors, Table 0-2 Audible
Sound Levels for Liquid-Immersed Power Transformers.
7. NEMA 260-1996 (2004) – Safety Labels for Pad-Mounted Switchgear and Transformers
Sited in Public Areas.
8. 10 CFR Part 431 – Department of Energy – Energy Conservation Program for
Commercial Equipment: Distribution Transformers Energy Conservation Standards;
Final Rule.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment from
prior phase(s) where applicable.
1.5 WARRANTY
A. As specified in MPA.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 RATINGS
A. The transformer shall be designed in accordance with this specification and the kVA rating shall
be as specified on drawings.
B. The primary voltage, configuration, and the basic lightning impulse insulation level (BIL) shall
be 150kV.
C. The secondary voltage, configuration, and the basic insulation level (BIL) of the secondary
voltage shall be 30kV.
Table 1
Ratings for Three-Phase
Transformers (Single Ratio)
Primary Voltage BIL (kV) Secondary Voltage BIL (kV)
D. The transformer may be furnished with full capacity high-voltage taps. The tap changer shall be
clearly labeled to reflect that the transformer must be de-energized before operating the tap
changer as required in Section 4.3 of IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard. The tap changer
shall be operable on the higher voltage only for transformers with dual voltage primaries. The
unit shall have one of the following tap configurations.
G. The average winding temperature rise above ambient temperature, at the base transformer
rating, shall not exceed 65 C, and when tested at 122% of the base rating, shall not exceed 75
C.
H. The percent impedance voltage, as measured on the rated voltage connection, shall be per Table
2. For target impedances, the tolerance on the impedance shall be +/- 7.5% of nominal value for
impedance values greater than 2.5%. The tolerance on the impedance shall be +/- 10.0% for
impedance values less than or equal to 2.5%.
Table 2
Percent Impedance Voltage
KVA Rating (Low voltage < 700 V) Impedance
75 1.10 - 5.75
112.5-300 1.40 - 5.75
500 1.70 - 5.75
750-3750 5.75 nominal
2.2 CONSTRUCTION
A. The core and coil shall be vacuum processed to ensure maximum penetration of insulating fluid
into the coil insulation system. While under vacuum, the windings will be energized to heat the
coils and drive out moisture, and the transformer will be filled with preheated filtered degassed
insulating fluid. The core shall be manufactured from burr-free, grain-oriented silicon steel and
shall be precisely stacked to eliminate gaps in the corner joints. The coil shall be insulated with
B-stage, epoxy coated, diamond pattern, insulating paper, which shall be thermally cured under
pressure to ensure proper bonding of conductor and paper. Coils shall be either aluminum or
copper.
B. The dielectric coolant shall be listed less-flammable fluid meeting the requirements of National
Electrical Code Section 450-23 and the requirements of the National Electrical Safety Code
(IEEE Std C2™-2002 standard), Section 15. The dielectric coolant shall be non-toxic*, non-
bioaccumulating and be readily and completely biodegradable per EPA OPPTS 835.3100. The
base fluid shall be 100% derived from edible seed oils and food grade performance enhancing
additives. The fluid shall be certified to comply with the US EPA Environmental Technology
Verification (ETV) requirements, and tested for compatibility with transformer components.
The fluid shall be Factory Mutual Approved ®, UL® Classified Dielectric Medium (UL-EOUV)
and UL® Classified Transformer Fluid (UL-EOVK).
1. High voltage bushings will be installed in the high voltage termination compartment
located on the front left of the transformer and requiring access via the low voltage
termination compartment on the front right.
2. Bushing Style:
a. ☐ 15/25 KV DEADFRONT, CURRENTS BELOW 200 AMPS: The high voltage
bushings shall be 15/25 kV 200A bushing wells with bushing well inserts
installed. The bushings shall be externally removable and be supplied with a
removable stud (Re: Eaton’s Cooper Power Systems catalog sections 800-32, 500-
12, and 500-26).
b. ☐ 35 KV DEADFRONT, CURRENTS BELOW 200 AMPS: The high voltage
bush- ing shall be a one-piece, 150 kV, 200-amp large interface load-break bushing
(Re: Eaton’s Cooper Power Systems catalog section 800-39).
c. ☒ 15/25/35 KV DEADFRONT, CURRENTS ABOVE 200 AMPS: The high voltage
bushing shall be a 600A dead-break primary one-piece bushing externally removable,
3Ø rated, integral design.
3. Bushing Configuration:
a. ☐ 15/25 KV RADIAL FEED DEADFRONT: The transformer shall be provided
with three (3) high voltage bushings in accordance with Figure 1 dimensions
(Figure 4a dimensions may be specified when a larger termination compartment for
greater working space is desired) from IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard for
radial feed configurations. The bushing heights shall be in accordance with Figure 3
dimensions (Figure 6 dimensions may be specified for greater bushing height) of
IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard.
b. ☐ 15/25 KV LOOP FEED DEADFRONT: The transformer shall be provided with
six (6) high voltage bushings in accordance Figure 2 dimensions (Figure 5a dimen-
sions may be specified when a larger termination compartment for greater working
space is desired) of IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard for loop feed configura-
tions. The bushing heights shall be in accordance with Figure 3 minimum
dimensions (Figure 6 dimensions may be specified for greater bushing height) of
IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard.
c. ☐ 35 KV RADIAL FEED DEADFRONT: The transformer shall be provided with
three (3) high voltage bushings in accordance with Figure 4b dimensions of IEEE
Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard for radial feed configurations. The bushing heights
shall be in accordance with Figure 6 dimensions of IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009
standard.
d. ☒ 35 KV LOOP FEED DEADFRONT: The transformer shall be provided with six
(6) high voltage bushings in accordance with Figure 5c dimensions of IEEE Std
C57.12.34™-2009 standard for loop feed configurations. The bushing heights shall
be in accordance with Figure 6 dimensions of IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard.
e. ☐ 46 KV / 250 KV BIL DEADFRONT: The transformer shall be provided with
three (3) bushings mounted 45° down from the horizontal, 60” from the ground,
and 12” apart from each other.
f. ☐ 15/25/35 KV LIVEFRONT, 150 KV BIL MAX: The transformer shall be pro-
vided with three (3) bushings in accordance with Figure 9 of IEEE Std C57.12.34™-
2009 standard for radial feed configurations. The bushing heights shall be in accord-
ance with Figure 10 of IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard.
g. ☐ 200 KV BIL LIVEFRONT: The transformer shall be provided with three (3)
bushings with phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground clearances adequate for 200 kV
BIL.
1. Bushing Style.
a. Voltages less than 700 Volts: The transformer shall be provided with tin-plated
spade-type bushings for vertical takeoff. The spacing of the connection holes shall
be
1.75” on center, per IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard Figure 13a. The quantity
of connection holes shall be 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, or 20 holes.
b. Transformers 300 kVA and below, and 500 kVA with 480Y/277 secondary will
have two-piece low voltage bushings with studs and screw on spades. Transformers
500 kVA with 208Y/120 secondary and all transformers above 500 kVA will have
one- piece bushings.
Table 3
Standard / Maximum Bushing Hole Quantities
KVA 208Y/120 480Y/277 and higher
45-300 4 standard, 16 maximum 4 standard, 16 maximum
500 6 standard, 12 maximum 4 standard, 16 maximum
750-1500 12 standard, 20 maximum 6 standard, 12 maximum
2000-3750 N/A 12 standard, 20 maximum
2. Bushing Configuration.
a. The transformer shall be provided with bushings in a staggered arrangement in
accordance with Figure 11a dimensions of IEEE Std C57.12.34™-2009 standard.
3. Switching:
1) Dual VFI with auxiliary contacts. Primary loop over current protection with
re- mote high-side cable isolation.
F. Overcurrent Protection:
a. ☐ Optional ELSP Accessory: VFI shall be in series with ELSP under-oil partial-
range current-limiting back-up fuses with an interrupting rating of 50,000 A.
b. ☐ Optional VFI Accessories: SCADA board; Ground fault detection; Motor
operator assembly; Visible break window.
G. Overvoltage Protection.
1. The overvoltage protection scheme provided with the transformer shall protect the high-
voltage or low voltage winding:
a. ☐ DEAD-FRONT BUSHINGS: (maximum 150 kV BIL, for voltages up to 18 kV
delta and 35 kV grounded wye). Externally mounted, Distribution Class M.O.V.E.
Dead-front elbow arresters shall be supplied. (Re: Eaton’s Cooper Power Systems
catalog section 235-65.) M.O.V.E. arresters are for installation on 200 A rated dead-
front bushing interfaces only. If transformer bushings are rated 600 A or 900 A, BT-
TAP elbow connectors, T-OP II elbow connectors, or 600 A bushing adapters, each
with a load-reducing tap plug for arrester connection, are required (Re: Eaton’s
Cooper Power Systems catalog sections 235-99 and 235-102).
b. ☒ UNDER OIL: (for voltages up to 27 kV delta and 35 KV grounded wye).
Inter- nally mounted, Distribution Class MOV under-oil surge arresters shall be
supplied (Re: Eaton’s Cooper Power Systems Catalog Section 235-95).
c. ☐ Optional Accessory: Three (3) disconnect switches shall be included to
disconnect the under-oil arresters from ground for transformer testing
2.3 LABELING
Un. Label equipment as specified in Section 260553, Identification for Electrical Systems.
Un. The tank coating shall meet all requirements in IEEE Std C57.12.28™-2005 standard including:
1. Salt Spray.
2. Crosshatch adhesion.
3. Humidity.
4. Impact.
5. Oil resistance.
6. Ultraviolet accelerated weathering.
7. Abrasion resistance – taber abraser.
B. The enclosure integrity of the tank and cabinet shall meet the requirements for tamper resistance
set forth in IEEE Std C57.12.28™-2005 standard including but not limited to the pry test, pull
test, and wire probe test.
Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) is a maintenance metric that measures the average time required to
trouble- shoot and repair failed equipment. Expressed mathematically, it is the total unplanned
maintenance time spent on an asset divided by the total number of failures that asset experienced over a
specific period.
MTBF and MTTR are commonly used metrics to measure reliability and availability performance of re-
pairable equipment in mission critical application such as Data Center Infrastructure facilities. MTTR is
also getting tracked but is not currently used for comparison purposes. MTBF in this context is more
related to the availability of repairable equipment and it is not an indication of the expected End of Life
(EOL) of the equipment.
Defect per Unit (DPU) is a common metric to track the non-conformances within specific model of equip-
ment. While MTBF calculation is based on number of failure events that disturb the regular operation of
the system, DPU calculation refers to non-conformance issues caused by poor manufacturing, assembling
or transportation issues.
1. Fail to operate
2. Overheating
MTTR Requirement: MTTR requirement for MV/LV transformers in AWS Data Center Application is
25 hours
DPU Requirement: DPU requirement is to be no more than 0.1% for the defective or non-conformance
part that has already or potentially can impact the operation of the transformer (even intermittently).
B. Minimally, transformers shall conform to efficiency levels for liquid immersed distribution
transformers, as specified in Table I.1 of the Department of Energy ruling. “10 CFR Part 431
Energy Conservation Program for Commercial Equipment: Distribution Transformers Energy
Conservation Standards; Final Rule; October 12, 2007.” Manufacturer shall comply with the
intent of all regulations set forth in noted ruling. This efficiency standard does not apply to step-
up transformers.
C. In addition, the manufacturer shall provide certification upon request for all design and other
tests listed in IEEE Std C57.12.00™-2010 standard, including verification that the design has
passed short circuit criteria per IEEE Std C57.12.00™-2010 standard and IEEE Std
C57.12.90™-2010 standard.
D. In the event of proposal bid evaluated with guaranteed losses due to a loss evaluation (see
section 10.0), manufacturer shall conform to guaranteed average losses as specified in IEEE Std
C57.12.00™-2010 standard. The no-load losses of a transformer shall not exceed the specified
no-load losses by more than 10%, and the total losses of a transformer shall not exceed the
specified total losses by more than 6%.
E. Suppliers shall conduct the following tests based on IEEE Std C57.12.00 standards on the
transformers and the accessories. In addition to the routine tests, as referred to in standard, the
following “special tests” shall be performed in a “first of a kind” equipment. This aims to
demonstrate the reliability of the manufactured equipment and the quality control process in
place:
Temperature rise test or IEEE 1538
Insulation resistance : IEEE C57.12.90
B. ABB.
C. SquareD (Schneider).
2.8 ACCESSORIES
2.9 SHIPPING
A. Transformers, 1000 kVA and below, shall be palletized. Transformers, 1500 kVA and larger,
shall be loaded and unloaded with overhead cranes, so a pallet is not to be provided for these
transformers.
B. Packaging shall include tilt and shock sensor to detect any damage during shipping.
2.11 SERVICE
A. The manufacturer of the transformer shall have regional service centers located within two (2)
hours flight time of all contiguous 48 states. Service personnel shall be factory trained in
commissioning and routine service of quoted transformers.
A. Manufacturer to include allowance for FWT as follows: Equipment manufactured for Phase 1,
first of a kind equipment (Design Changes, Component Changes, Firmware Changes) and
whenever the owner deems necessary.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain the transformers. Provide a minimum of 4 hours onsite training per
building, to be coordinated by Operations.
GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes metal-clad, circuit-breaker switchgear with the following optional
components, features, and accessories:
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Product Data: For each type of switchgear and related equipment, include the following:
3. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment
from prior phase(s) where applicable.
D. Shop Drawings: For each type of switchgear and related equipment, include the following:
1. Dimensioned plans, elevations, sections, and details, including required clearances and
service space around equipment. Show method of field assembly and location and size of
each field connection. Include the following:
3. Wiring Diagrams: For each type of switchgear and related equipment, include the
following:
E. Coordination Drawings: Floor plans showing dimensioned layout, required working clearances,
and required area above and around switchgear where piping and ducts are prohibited. Show
switchgear layout and relationships between components and adjacent structural and mechanical
elements. Show support locations, type of support, and weight on each support. Identify field
measurements.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of
any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the
unit will be fully operational after the seismic event."
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
J. Operation and Maintenance Data: For switchgear and switchgear components to include in
emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 01
Section "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:
1. Manufacturer's written instructions for testing and adjusting overcurrent protective devices.
2. Time-current curves, including selectable ranges for each type of overcurrent protective
device.
A. Testing Agency Qualifications: An agency, with the experience and capability to conduct the
testing indicated, and that is acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
1. Testing Agency's Field Supervisor: Person qualified to supervise on-site testing specified
in Part 3.
B. Source Limitations: Obtain each type of switchgear and associated components through one
source from a single manufacturer.
C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,
Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for
intended use.
A. Deliver in sections of lengths that can be moved past obstructions in delivery path as indicated.
B. Store switchgear indoors in clean dry space with uniform temperature to prevent condensation.
Protect switchgear from exposure to dirt, fumes, water, corrosive substances, and physical
damage.
C. If stored in areas subjected to weather, cover switchgear to provide protection from weather,
dirt, dust, corrosive substances, and physical damage. Remove loose packing and flammable
materials from inside switchgear; install electric heating (250 W per section) to prevent
condensation.
A. Installation Pathway: Remove and replace building components and structures to provide
pathway for moving switchgear into place.
B. Product Selection for Restricted Space: Drawings indicate maximum dimensions for
switchgear, including clearances between switchgear and adjacent surfaces and other items.
Comply with indicated maximum dimensions.
1.7 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate layout and installation of switchgear and components with other construction
including conduit, piping, equipment, and adjacent surfaces. Maintain required clearances for
workspace and equipment access doors and panels.
1.8 WARRANTY
A. As specified in MPA.
A. Furnish extra materials described below that match products installed and that are packaged
with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1. Fuses: Six of each type and rating used. Include spares for future transformers, control
power circuits, and fusible devices.
2. Indicating Lights: Six of each type installed.
PRODUCTS
1.10 MANUFACTURERS
A. In other Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the following requirements apply to
product selection:
A. Description: Factory assembled and tested, and complying with IEEE C37.20.1.
A. Manufacturers:
1. Designed to operate at rated voltage to interrupt fault current within its rating within three
cycles of trip initiation. For systems with X/R ratio of 17 or less, transient voltage during
interruption shall not exceed twice the rated line-to-ground voltage of the system.
2. Contact-Wear Indicator: Readily accessible to field maintenance personnel.
3. Minimum of twelve Type A and twelve Type B spare contacts.
4. Interchangeability: Circuit breakers are interchangeable with vacuum circuit breakers of
same current and interrupting ratings.
F. Protective Relays:
1. Manufacturers:
2. Basis of design products. The following products have been chosen as the basis of
design. Provide these products in the base pricing. Alternate products furnished by other
manufacturers may be proposed, but they shall meet or exceed the relevant specifications
and features of these products:
3. Comply with IEEE C37.90, integrated digital type with test blocks and plugs.
4. Provide test switches on protective relays to permit trip blocking, relay isolation and
testing.
5. Main, Tie and Feeder Protective Relay: Each circuit breaker relay shall have one or more
of the protective features listed below, as specified by design documents:
6. Each Relay should be provided with the monitoring and control functions specified below:
7. Provide arc flash mitigation system. The system shall be designed to reduce arc flash
hazards to protect operators and equipment, and to reduce mean time to repair. Arc flash
system shall be incorporated into individual main, tie and feeder protective relays.
a. Furnish and install arc flash detection system that will reduce arc flash incident
energy with fast detection and tripping. The system will combine light sensing
technology with fast overcurrent protection to provide high speed operation
without false tripping.
b. System shall have a programmed algorithm that will rapidly and accurately sense
and determine the presence of an arc flash and directly activate the breaker trip
mechanism. Circuit breaker trip shall be initiated in fewer than 4 milliseconds.
c. Provide arc flash light sensors in each circuit breaker cubical with fiber optic
connection to relay associated with the cubical.
d. Provide bare fiber arc flash sensor over the entire switchgear bus and connect to
the main circuit breaker relay.
e. Vendor to provide graphical details of proposed protection scheme.
1) Data concentrator shall have remote access capability for engineering use.
2) Microprocessor: Minimum 533 MHz processor speed, minimum 512 MB
RAM, minimum 2 GB storage.
3) Communications Ports: 3 RJ-45, 17 EIA-485 Modbus.
4) Time Sync: Concentrator shall distribute IRIG-B time signal to relays in the
switchgear.
G. Grounding and Testing Device: Suitable for phasing out, testing, and grounding switchgear bus
or feeder if device is installed in place of circuit breaker. Include the following:
1. Portable Grounding and Testing Device: Provide one interchangeable device for all
switchgears located in the same building, with drawout-mounting, medium-voltage
circuit breakers to provide interlocked electrical access to either bus or feeder;
electrically operated.
2. System control cabinet permanently mounted near switchgear.
3. Portable Remote-Control Station: For grounding and testing device.
4. Control-Cabinet Coupler Cable: Of adequate length to connect device inserted in any
switchgear cubicle and control cabinet.
5. Remote-Control Coupler Cable: 50 feet long to connect control cabinet and portable
remote-control station.
6. Permanent Control Power Wiring: From control cabinet to power source.
7. Protective Cover: Fabricated of heavy-duty plastic and fitted to device.
8. Approval of Grounding and Testing Device System: Obtain approval of final system
design from utility company and agency designated by Owner to handle future
maintenance of medium-voltage switchgear.
A. Medium Voltage Switch Gear provider shall engage a Registered Professional Electrical
Engineer competent in substation protection, who shall perform computer-based, fault-current,
overcurrent protective device coordination, and arc flash analysis studies as specified in
Division 26 Section "Overcurrent Protective Device Coordination Study." Protective devices
shall be set based on results of the protective device coordination study.
B. Supplier shall provide electronic setting files for each relay and data concentrator using relay
manufacturer’s configuration setting software (e.g. SEL-3555 acSELerator QuickSet *.RDB
file) for each relay. Supplier shall also provide hard copy setting sheets to Engineer.
1.14 FABRICATION
B. Galvanized steel, weatherproof construction; integral structural-steel base frame with factory-
applied asphaltic undercoating.
a. Structural design and anchorage adequate to resist loads imposed by 125-mph wind.
b. Space heater operating at one-half or less of rated voltage, sized to prevent
condensation.
c. Louvers equipped with insect and rodent screen and filter, and arranged to permit
air circulation while excluding rodents and exterior dust.
d. Hinged front door with locking provisions.
e. Interior light with switch.
f. Weatherproof GFCI duplex receptacle.
g. Power for heaters, lights, and receptacles to be provided by control power
transformer.
G. Auxiliary Compartments: Arranged to suit house meters, relays, controls, and auxiliary
equipment; isolated from medium-voltage components.
I. Provisions for Future Key Interlocks: Mountings and hardware required for future installation
of locks, where indicated.
1.15 COMPONENTS
B. Ground Bus: Copper, silver or tin plated; minimum size 1/4 by 2 inches; full length of switchgear.
2. Current Transformers: Each breaker compartment shall have provision for front-
accessible mounting of up to four current transformers per phase (ANSI standard
protective relay accuracy), two on bus side and two on cable side of circuit breaker. The
current transformer assembly shall be insulated for the full voltage rating of the
switchgear. The current transformers wiring shall be Type SIS #12 AWG. Relaying and
metering accuracy shall conform to ANSI/IEEE Standards.
3. Protection engineer shall perform CT accuracy study to insure CT’s selected perform
properly with the protective relays selected.
F. Multifunction Digital Circuit Monitor (PQM): Microprocessor-based unit suitable for three- or
four-wire systems listed and labeled by an NRTL. Unit shall be Square D PowerLogic model
CM4000T/ECC21 or approved equal, and with the following features:
H. Control Power Supply: 125VDC battery system for relays, breakers, logic and alarming only
will be fed from control power as described in section 2.8(E). Auxiliary power for lighting,
receptacles and heaters shall be external 208V source.
I. Control Wiring: Factory installed, complete with bundling, lacing, and protection; and
complying with the following:
1. Flexible conductors for No. 8 AWG and smaller, for conductors across hinges, and for
conductors for interconnections between shipping units.
2. Conductors sized according to NFPA 70 for duty required.
J. Accessories
A. System Requirements: Each switchgear lineup shall have a dedicated battery system. Battery
shall have number of cells and ampere-hour capacity based on an initial specific gravity of
1.210 at 25 deg C with electrolyte at normal level and minimum ambient temperature of 13 deg
C. Cycle battery before shipment to guarantee rated capacity on installation. Arrange battery to
operate ungrounded. System capacity to supply both switchgear lineups and VFI transformers
as indicated on the drawings. Distribution to include circuit breakers for circuits indicated on
the drawings. Redundant source selection devices shall be provided to assure continuous
125VDC control power to all equipment in the system.
B. Battery: Lead-calcium type in sealed, clear plastic or glass containers, complete with electrolyte,
fully charged and arranged for shipment with electrolyte in cells. Limit weight of each container
to not more than 70 lb and cells per container to not more than 3. System batteries shall be
suitable for service at an ambient temperature ranging from minus 18 to 25 deg C. Limit
variation of current output to 0.8 percent for each degree below 25 deg C down to minus 8 deg
C.
C. Rack: Two-step rack with electrical connections between battery cells and between rows of
cells; include two flexible connectors with bolted-type terminals for output leads. Rate battery
rack, cell supports, and anchorage for seismic requirements.
E. Charger: Provide two redundant chargers fed from separate AC circuits and diode bridged on
the output. Static-type silicon rectifier equipped with automatic regulation and provision for
manual and automatic adjustment of charging rate. Unit shall automatically maintain output
voltage within 0.5 percent from no load to rated charger output current, with ac input-voltage
variation of plus or minus 10 percent and input-frequency variation of plus or minus 3 Hz.
Other features of charger include the following:
1. DC ammeter.
2. DC Voltmeter: Maximum error of 5 percent at full-charge voltage; operates with toggle
switch to select between battery and charger voltages.
3. Ground Indication: Two appropriately labeled lights to indicate circuit ground, connected
in series between negative and positive terminals, with midpoint junction connected to
ground by normally open push-button contact.
4. Capacity: Sufficient to supply steady load, float-charge battery between 2.20 and 2.25 V
per cell and equalizing charge at 2.33 V per cell.
5. Charging-Rate Switch: Manually operated switch provides for transferring to higher
charging rate. Charger operates automatically after switch operation until manually reset.
6. AC power supply is 480 V, 60 Hz, subject to plus or minus 10 percent variation in
voltage and plus or minus 3-Hz variation in frequency. After loss of ac power supply for
any interval, charger automatically resumes charging battery. Charger regulates rate of
charge to prevent damage due to overload and to prevent fuses or circuit breakers from
opening.
7. Protective Feature: Current-limiting device or circuit, which limits output current to
rating of charger but does not disconnect charger from either battery or ac supply; to
protect charger from damage due to overload, including short circuit on output terminals.
8. Electrical Filtering: Reduces charger's audible noise to less than 26 dB.
9. Alarm Contacts: Provide two sets of 1-NO and 1-NC dry relay contacts to provide the
following alarms:
1.17 IDENTIFICATION
A. Materials: Refer to Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical Systems." Identify units,
devices, controls, and wiring.
B. Mimic Bus: Continuous mimic bus applied to front of switchgear, arranged in single-line
diagram format, using symbols and lettered designations consistent with approved final mimic-
bus diagram.
E. Device Nameplates: Label each disconnecting and overcurrent protective device and each meter
and control device mounted in compartment doors with a nameplate complying with
requirements for identification specified in Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical
Systems."
A. Before shipment of equipment, perform the following tests and prepare test reports:
B. Assemble switchgear and equipment in manufacturer's plant and perform the following:
1. Functional tests of all relays, instruments, meters, and control devices by application of
secondary three-phase voltage to voltage circuits and injection of current in current
transformer secondary circuits.
2. Functional test of all control and trip circuits. Connect test devices into circuits to
simulate operation of controlled remote equipment such as circuit-breaker trip coils, close
coils, and auxiliary contacts. Test proper operation of relay targets.
A. Manufacturer to include allowance for FWT as follows: Equipment manufactured for Phase 1,
first of a kind equipment (Design Changes, Component Changes, Firmware Changes) and
whenever the owner deems necessary.
1. Provide suitable crating, blocking, and supports so equipment will withstand expected
domestic shipping and handling shocks and vibration.
2. Weatherproof equipment for shipment. Close connection openings to prevent entrance of
foreign material during shipment and storage.
EXECUTION
A. Examine elements and surfaces to receive switchgear for compliance with requirements for
installation tolerances, required clearances, and other conditions affecting performance.
1. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
A. Anchor switchgear assembly to 4-inch, channel-iron sill embedded in concrete base and attach
by bolting.
1. Sills: Select to suit switchgear; level and grout flush into concrete base.
2. Design each fastener and support to carry load indicated by seismic requirements and
according to seismic-restraint details. See Division 26 Section "Vibration and Seismic
Controls for Electrical Systems" for seismic-restraint requirements.
3. Concrete Bases: 4 inches high, reinforced, with chamfered edges. Extend base no less
than 3 inches in all directions beyond the maximum dimensions of switchgear, unless
otherwise indicated or unless required for seismic anchor support. Construct concrete
bases according to Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems."
B. Temporary Lifting Provisions: Remove temporary lifting eyes, channels, and brackets and
temporary blocking of moving parts from switchgear units and components.
2. Storage for Maintenance: Include a rack or holder, near the operating instructions, for a
copy of maintenance manual.
B. Tighten bus joints, electrical connectors, and terminals according to manufacturer's published
torque-tightening values.
C. Ground equipment according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical
Systems."
E. The following locations shall use ring terminals for wiring termination: All wiring from CTs,
through test switches, through current meters, to overcurrent protective relays.
1.25 ADJUSTING:
A. On completion of installation, inspect interior and exterior of switchgear. Vacuum dirt and
debris; do not use compressed air to assist in cleaning. Repair damaged finishes.
A. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain the Medium Voltage Switchgear. (Provide a minimum of 4 hours
onsite training per building, to be coordinated by Operations)
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes the following types of dry-type transformers rated 600 V and less, with
capacities up to 1500 kVA:
1. Distribution transformers.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Product Data: Include rated nameplate data, capacities, weights, dimensions, minimum
clearances, installed devices and features, and performance for each type and size of
transformer indicated.
C. Shop Drawings: Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required
clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field
connection.
A. Comply with IEEE C57.12.91, "Test Code for Dry-Type Distribution and Power Transformers."
B. Energy-Efficient Transformers Rated 15 kVA and Larger: Marked as compliant with DOE 2016
efficiency levels by an NRTL.
1.6 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases with actual transformer provided. Cast anchor-
bolt inserts into bases. Concrete, reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified in
Division 03.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Comply with NEMA ST 20, and list and label as complying with UL 1561.
B. Provide transformers that are constructed to withstand seismic forces specified in Division 26
Section "Vibration and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."
1. Core and coil shall be encapsulated within resin compound, sealing out moisture and air.
F. Taps for Transformers 25 kVA and Larger: Two 2.5 percent taps above and two 2.5 percent taps
below normal full capacity.
I. K-Factor Rating: Transformers indicated to be K-factor rated shall comply with UL 1561
requirements for nonsinusoidal load current-handling capability to the degree defined by
designated K-factor.
1. Unit shall not overheat when carrying full-load current with harmonic distortion
corresponding to designated K-factor.
2. Indicate value of K-factor on transformer nameplate.
J. Wall Brackets: Where indicated on drawings, manufacturer's standard brackets with anchorage
meeting seismic requirements.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine conditions for compliance with enclosure- and ambient-temperature requirements for
each transformer.
B. Verify that field measurements are as needed to maintain working clearances required by NFPA
70 and manufacturer's written instructions.
C. Examine walls, floors, roofs, and concrete bases for suitable mounting conditions where
transformers will be installed.
D. Verify that ground connections are in place and requirements in Division 26 Section
"Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems" have been met. Maximum ground resistance
shall be 5 ohms at location of transformer.
E. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install wall-mounting transformers level and plumb with wall brackets fabricated by
transformer manufacturer.
3.3 CONNECTIONS
A. Ground equipment according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical
Systems."
A. Testing Agency and Testing Agency Supervisor in accordance with specification 019113
requirements.
3.5 ADJUSTING
A. Record transformer secondary voltage at each unit for at least 48 hours of typical occupancy
period. Adjust transformer taps to provide optimum voltage conditions at secondary terminals.
Optimum is defined as not exceeding nameplate voltage plus 10 percent and not being lower
than nameplate voltage minus 3 percent at maximum load conditions. Submit recording and tap
settings as test results.
3.6 CLEANING
A. Vacuum dirt and debris; do not use compressed air to assist in cleaning.
PART 1 - General
E. Specifications:
F. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Service and distribution switchboards rated 480V.
2. Special fabrication to provide forms of separation: Form 4b and 3b.
3. Disconnecting and overcurrent protective devices.
4. Instrumentation.
5. Control power.
6. Communication capability.
7. Touch screen.
8. Accessory components and features.
9. Identification.
10. Mimic bus.
11. Transient voltage suppression devices.
2. Compliance with ASCE/SEI 7 may be qualified with submission of any of the following:
a. Analysis per ASCE 7 CHP.13 accompanied by a signature and seal of a professional engineer.
b. Testing based upon a nationally recognized testing standard procedure, such as ICC-ES AC
156, acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). Provided the substantiated seismic
capaci- ties equal or exceed the seismic demands documented in the project requirements.
1) OSHPD certificates may be accepted if acceptable to AHJ.
c. Experience data based upon nationally recognized procedures acceptable to the authority hav-
ing jurisdiction, provided the substantiated seismic capacities equal or exceed the seismic de-
mands documented in the project requirements.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specifica- tion and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware ver-
sions for owner approval.
C. Product Data: For each type of switchboard, overcurrent protective device, surge protection
device, ground-fault protector, protective relays, PLCs, multifunction digital meters, accessory,
and component indicated. Include dimensions and manufacturers' technical data on features,
performance, electrical characteristics, ratings, accessories, and finishes.
D. Submittals: For each switchboard and related equipment.
1. Include dimensioned plans, elevations, sections, and details, including required clearances and
service space around equipment. Show tabulations of installed devices, equipment features, and
ratings.
2. Detail enclosure types for types other than NEMA 250, Type 1.
3. Detail bus configuration, current, and voltage ratings.
4. Detail short-circuit current rating of switchboards and overcurrent protective devices.
5. Detail utility company's metering provisions with indication of approval by utility company.
(If required).
6. Detail features, characteristics, ratings, and factory settings of individual overcurrent
protective devices and auxiliary components.
7. Include diagram and details of proposed mimic bus.
8. Include schematic and wiring diagrams for power, signal, control, and monitoring wiring.
9. Provide automatic transfer system sequence of operation and operating instructions.
10. Indicate maximum quantity of conductor sets per phase that can be terminated for each feeder
termination.
11. Factory acceptance test script for review, comment and approval.
12. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment
from prior phase(s) where applicable.
E. Samples: Representative portion of mimic bus with specified material and finish, for
color selection.
F. Manufacturer Seismic Qualification Certification: Submit certification that transformer
as- sembly and components will withstand seismic forces defined in the Structural Drawings
and Specifications. Include the following:
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assem- bled components or on calculation.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any parts from
the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the unit will be fully operational
after the seismic event."
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate and
de- scribe mounting and anchorage provisions.
A. Deliver switchboards in sections or lengths that can be moved past obstructions in delivery
path. Prior to shipping coordinate requirement with the installing contractor.
B. Remove loose packing and flammable materials from inside switchboards and take care pre-
vent condensation.
C. Handle and prepare switchboards for installation according to NEMA PB 2.1.
A. Environmental Limitations:
1. Do not deliver or install switchboards until spaces are enclosed and weathertight, wet work in
spaces is complete and dry, work above switchboards is complete, and temporary HVAC
system is operating and maintaining ambient temperature and humidity conditions at
occupancy levels during the remainder of the construction period.
2. Rate equipment for continuous operation under the following conditions unless otherwise
indi- cated:
1.9 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate required quantity and size of conductor terminations with approved engineer’s
drawings specific to each project. Underground feeders may require de-rating of conductors
and NEC ampacity table may not apply.
B. Coordinate layout and installation of switchboards and components with other construction
that penetrates walls or is supported by them, including electrical and other types of equipment,
raceways, piping, encumbrances to workspace clearance requirements, and adjacent surfaces.
Maintain required workspace clearances and required clearances for equipment access doors and
panels.
C. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided. Cast an-
chor-bolt inserts into bases. Concrete, reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified
in Division 03.
1.10 WARRANTY
A. As specified in MPA.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Section barriers between main and tie circuit-breaker compartments shall be extended to
rear of section.
B. Bus isolation barriers shall be arranged to isolate line bus from load bus at each main and tie
circuit breaker.
C. Bus bars connect between vertical sections and between compartments. Cable connections
are not permitted.
1. Main Phase Bus: Uniform capacity the entire length of assembly.
2. Neutral Bus: 100 percent of phase-bus ampacity, except as indicated. Equipped bus with pres-
sure-connector terminations for outgoing circuit neutral conductors. Include braces for
neutral- bus extensions for busway feeders.
3. Use silver-plated copper or tin-plated aluminum for connecting circuit-breaker line to
aluminum bus.
4. Use copper for connecting circuit-breaker line to copper bus.
5. Contact Surfaces of Buses: Silver plated.
6. Feeder Circuit-Breaker Load Terminals: Silver-plated copper bus extensions equipped with
pres- sure connectors for outgoing circuit conductors.
7. Supports and Bracing for Buses: Adequate strength for indicated short-circuit currents.
8. Neutral Disconnect Link: Bolted, uninsulated, 1/4-by-2-inch (6-by-50-mm) copper bus,
arranged to connect neutral bus to ground bus.
9. Provide for future extensions from either end of main phase, neutral, and ground bus by
means of predrilled bolt-holes and connecting links.
D. Main Incoming Circuit Breakers to comply with IEC 61439-2 Form 4 Type 6 internal
separa- tion as outlined below:
1. Separation of busbars from the functional units.
2. Separation of all functional units from each other.
3. Terminals for external conductors from other terminals and from the busbars.
4. Busbar separation is by metallic or non-metallic rigid barriers.
5. Main incoming units are mounted in separate sections
6. Diagram block of this requirement:
E. Circuit Breakers from frame sizes 800A and above to comply with IEC 61439-2 Form 3b
Type 2 internal separation as outlined below:
1. Separation of busbars from the functional units.
2. Separation of all functional units from each other.
3. Separation of the terminals for external conductors from the functional units, but not from
each other
4. Terminals for external conductors separated from busbars
5. All separation is by metallic or non-metallic rigid barriers.
6. Cables are glanded elsewhere in a common cabling chamber.
7. Diagram block of this requirement:
F. Comply with IP20 "Finger Safe" - Defined as protection against ingress of solid foreign
objects greater than 12.5 mm in Diameter.
G. Trip units on circuit breakers shall be factory set in the state wherein they are read-only.
Write capabilities that permit remote operation or modification shall be disabled. Where remote
capability cannot be disabled, trip units shall not be networked. Contact state reporting for
open/close/tripped shall remain enabled.
H. Split-bus switchgear: when design employs use of Trenwa cable trench, switchgear shall be
split into separate main and distribution sections. The main section shall have the main (Utility)
breaker and the generator breaker, and auxiliary devices. The distribution section shall have the
feeder breakers and auxiliary devices.
I. Form 3b and 4 requirements identified above and throughout are applicable to OptDC builds;
JITWMW builds shall utilize traditional Form 4 switchgear as previously supplied.
2. Switchboards (COP’s).
P. Future Devices: Equip compartments with mounting brackets, supports, bus connections,
and appurtenances at full rating of circuit-breaker compartment.
Q. Backstopping equipment. Network integration for BACOP.
1. Extend set of 52A status contacts of main utility and incoming generator breaker to a
common terminals for BACOP monitoring.
2. Refer to EPMS section for metering requirements of BACOP.
R. Catcher Automation & Dynamic Load Balancing (DLB) system integration.
A. Molded-Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB): Comply with UL 489, with full interrupting
capacity to meet available fault currents. Series rating not allowed.
1. Electronic trip circuit breakers with rms sensing; field-replaceable rating plug or field-
replicable electronic trip; provide clear Plexiglas cover over the settings user interface to
prevent involun- tary changes and aid in visual inspection of settings. The following field-
adjustable settings are required:
a. Instantaneous trip.
b. Long- and short-time pickup levels.
c. Long- and short-time time adjustments.
d. Ground-fault pickup level, time delay, and I2t response.
B. Feeder Circuit Breakers, Insulated-Case Circuit Breaker (ICCB): Three pole, 100
percent rated, sealed, insulated-case power circuit breaker with interrupting capacity rating
to meet available fault current without fuses. Equivalent to Square D NW breakers.
1. Drawout circuit-breaker mounting.
2. Two-step, stored-energy closing.
3. Full-function, microprocessor-based trip units with interchangeable rating plug, trip
indicators, and the following field-adjustable settings and features:
a. Instantaneous trip.
b. Long- and short-time pickup and time adjustments.
c. Ground-fault pickup level, time delay, and I2t response.
d. Metering function including volts, amps, power (kW), frequency, and energy
(kWh). The voltage sensing wires shall be configured to measure bus
voltage.
e. Power monitoring connection shall be on the line side of the circuit breaker.
a. Six SPDT switches with "a" and "b" contacts; "a" contacts mimic circuit-
breaker contacts, "b" contacts operate in reverse of circuit-breaker contacts.
b. Six sets of switches to indicate circuit breaker is withdrawn and disconnected.
c. Six sets of switches to indicate circuit breaker is connected.
d. Wire all unused contacts to the customer terminals for future use
a. Instantaneous trip.
b. Long- and short-time pickup and time adjustments.
c. Ground-fault pickup level, time delay, and I2t response.
d. Metering function including volts, amps, power (kW), frequency, and energy (kWh). The
voltage sensing wires shall be configured to measure bus voltage. Power monitoring connection
shall be on the line side of the circuit breaker.
2.5 INSTRUMENTATION
A. Instrument Transformers: IEEE C57.13, NEMA EI 21.1, and the following:
1. Potential Transformers: IEEE C57.13; 120 V, 60 Hz, single secondary; disconnecting type
with integral fuse mountings. Burden and accuracy shall be consistent with connected
metering and relay devices.
2. Current Transformers: IEEE C57.13; 5 A, 60 Hz, secondary; bushing type; single secondary
wind- ing and secondary shorting device. Burden and accuracy shall be consistent with
connected me- tering and relay devices.
3. Control-Power Transformers: Dry type, mounted in separate compartments for units larger
than 3 kVA.
4. Current Transformers for Neutral and Ground-Fault Current Sensing: Connect secondary
wiring to ground overcurrent relays, via shorting terminals, to provide selective tripping of
main and tie circuit breaker. Coordinate with feeder circuit-breaker, ground-fault protection.
B. Multifunction Digital-Metering Monitor: Microprocessor-based unit suitable for three- or
four-wire systems and with the following features:
1. Utility MCBU Power Quality Meter shall be configured by switchgear provider to
provide one Form A (NO) output contact which will change to a closed state, with no
delay, if any of the three phase voltage THD values exceed 7%. The single contact shall
be wired to an easily accessible customer terminal strip in the switchgear allowing the
installing contrac- tor to interconnect it with the AMCOP panel.
2. Meter and associated instrument transformers shall demonstrate a maximum end- to-
end uncertainty of plus or minus 0.5% or better for current, voltage, and power.
3. Touch screen or Switch-selectable digital 3.5" display with event and alarm logging of
the following values:
C. Protective Relays: Microprocessor-based unit suitable for interface with the Amazon
Change-Over Panel (AMCOP) and with the following features:
1. The protective relays shall provide necessary control and monitoring of the utility source
and generator source as outlined in the AMCOP sequence of operation.
2. Utility Source Protective Relay: Basler model BE1-700V with the following protective
functions and default settings.
a. Undervoltage pickup and delay – ANSI Device 27
1) Default Setting: 90% of nominal voltage.
b. Negative sequence overvoltage pickup and delay – ANSI Device 47.
1) Default Setting: 15V phase-to-neutral based on 120V PT secondary voltage.
3. Generator Source Protective Relay: Basler model BE1-700V with the following protective
func- tions.
a. Undervoltage pickup and delay – ANSI Device 27.
1) Default Setting: 90% of nominal voltage.
b. Overvoltage pickup and delay – ANSI Device 59.
1) Default Setting: 105% of nominal voltage.
A. Provide 32 port sequence of events recorder to log and record open/closed and tripped for
all circuit breakers and alarms from external electrical equipment. Monitoring also includes
con- trol power source availability, relay alarms, SPD alarmds, and others as noted in the
electrical drawing set.
B. SER shall be capable of stratum 1 time syncing via PTP and NTP. SER shall also be capable
of outputting IRIG-B or DCF-77 time signal as a master for time syncronization to meters and
relays if they do not have PTP functionality. PTP to IRIG-B and/or DCF-77 shall be configured
and wired for relays and other non-PTP compliant meter time sync (Cyber Sciences PLX-5V and
or PLX-24V).
C. SER to time stamp events at 1 ms accuracy, use isolated digital inputs, allow Ethernet con-
nectivity for secure web application viewing and a minimum of four ModbusTCP masters
polling data simultaneously.
D. Allowable models includes CyberSciences SER-3200-PTP or Amazon approved equivalent.
E. Webpage shall be enabled.
A. The control power system shall be designed to eliminate the single point of failure by
using multiple source of control power derived externally and internnaly from the switchboard
and provide discrimination for faults within each control power branches.
B. Control Circuits: 120-V ac, supplied through secondary disconnecting devices from
control- power transformers.
C. 120 VAC Electrically Interlocked Control Power Transfer System:
1. USB: Two control-power transformers in separate compartments, with interlocking relays,
con- nected to the primary side of each control-power transformer at the line side of the
associated main circuit breaker, and two external UPS circuit. 120-V secondary connected
through auto- matic transfer relays to ensure a fail-safe automatic transfer scheme. Control
power source pri- ority shall be as follows:
A. The switchboard must be compatible with Owner’s stand-alone electrical power monitoring
system. All monitoring points specified herein must be available via ModBusTCP. Electrical
equipment provider must ensure that all electrical power monitoring components provided in
the switchgear / switchboard have the latest available stable firmware version during on site
level 3 commissioning startup. Electrical equipment provider is responsible for troubleshooting
any device firmware and cabling issues with the equipment they provide. Provide an industrial
Ethernet Switch with single point connection, RJ-45 port to be connected by the owner’s power
monitoring contractor. All points specified herein shall be available at the Ethernet switch with
no other wiring or connection required by the installing contractor.
B. The switchboard must also be compatible with Owner’s stand-alone backstopping system per
lineup. Power quality meters associated with backstopping shall have the capability of concur-
rent Modbus TCP and ModbusRTU over serial communications. Meters shall be a minimum of
Janitza UMG-512-PRO AWS, Schneider PM8000, Eaton PXM4000, Siemens 9410 or Amazon
ap- proved equivalent with metering class solid core CTs, shorting strips and fuses and allow for
the entire serial string of meters to be sampled at 200ms intervals or faster. All monitoring points
specified herein must be available via ModbusRTU at or exceeding baud rates of 115.2
kBaud. Power quality meters to be serial daisy chained internally to the switchboard using
Belden 9841 2-wire RS-485 connection or Amazon approved equivalent cable. Provide single
point of connection via terminal strip labeled clearly for owner’s electrical contractor to termi-
nate to the start of the serial string within the switchgear which will then allow for connection to
the backstopping panel. All points specified herein shall be available at the single connection
point for backstopping with no other wiring or connection required by the installing contractor.
C. All hardware choices must be submitted for AWS Controls Design for review and approval.
D. All meters shall be located in segregated section from voltages exceeding 240VAC with
ease of access for service and troubleshooting, and compliance with UL 1244.
1. Enclosure: NEMA 250, Type 12.
E. All serial-based devices shall connect to a serial to Ethernet gateway.
F. All devices that communicate with EPMS shall be Ethernet based and connected over
Ether- net to the industrial Ethernet switch in the gear.
G. Digital-Metering Monitor, available monitoring points.
2. Real-Time Reading:
a. Per phase current.
b. Neutral current.
c. 3-phase average current.
d. % unbalance current.
e. Line-to-line, per phase voltage.
f. Line-to-line, 3-phase average voltage.
g. Line-to-neutral, per phase voltage.
h. % unbalance voltage.
i. Per phase power (kW).
j. 3-phase total power (kW).
k. Per phase power (kVAR).
l. 3-phase total power (kVAR).
m. Per phase power (kVA).
3. Demand Readings:
a. Demand Current, Per phase, 3-phase average, Neutral.
b. Last complete interval.
c. Peak.
d. Average Power Factor, 3-phase total.
e. Last complete interval.
f. Coincident with kW peak.
g. Coincident with kVAR peak.
h. Coincident with kVA peak.
i. Demand Real Power, 3-phase total.
j. Last complete interval.
k. Predicted.
l. Peak.
m. Coincident kVA Demand.
n. Coincident kVAR Demand.
o. Demand Reactive Power, 3-phase total.
p. Last complete interval.
q. Predicted.
r. Peak.
s. Coincident kVA Demand.
t. Coincident kVAR Demand.
u. Demand Apparent Power, 3-phase total.
v. Last complete interval.
w. Predicted.
x. Peak.
y. Coincident kW Demand.
z. Coincident kVAR Demand.
3. Energy Readings:
a. Accumulated energy (real, reactive, apparent).
b. Power Analysis Values:
1) THD – voltage and current.
2) 3-phase, per phase, neutral.
3) Fundamental voltages per phase.
4) Magnitude & angle.
5) Fundamental currents per phase.
6) Magnitude & angle.
7) Displacement power factor (per phase, 3-phase).
8) Phase rotation.
9) Unbalance (current & voltage).
10) Individual current and voltage harmonic magnitudes.
11) Individual current and voltage harmonic angles.
interval is complete and are available via ModbusTCP until the end of the next
block interval, at which time the value is overwritten by the next interval's
calculated value.
O. Cabling
1. Must be compliant with Controls Specification including proper labeling and structured
orderly layout.
2. If power and communication cabling is run in separate pathways, CAT6E U/UTP may be
used in lieu of CAT6E F/UTP.
overloading of the catcher system, and maintain the full catcher system redundancy. DLB
auto- mation also complements the Backstopping (BACOP) system by monitoring total
catcher load and balancing the total load between the two catchers to prevent overloading of
catcher lineups.
Approved Manufacturers:
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories - SEL3555 (AWS Part#: 3555#KJ79
or3555#C6BD) -OR-
Siemens- SICAM A8000 (CP-8050, CAT# 6MF2805-0AA00)
2. Local Automation Controller (LAC): The LAC provide metering and breaker control
capabilities to the DLB system. LACs will be installed in each COP and connected for line
voltage, bus voltage and line current measurements as well as breaker controls and local LED
annunciation. LACs will be installed in each catcher switchgear, one for utility, one for
generator incomer and connected for line voltage, bus voltage and line current measurements
and local LED annunciation.
Approved Manufacturers:
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories - SEL751 (AWS Part#: 751#24MM or 751#GBB8,
MOT: 751002B1B0X70851820) -OR-
Siemens - SIPROTEC 7SJ85 (CAT# P1J930756)
3. Managed Network Switch: The network switch is used to provide Ethernet connectivity for
DLB system.
Approved Manufacturers:
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories-SEL2730M(MOT#:2730M0ARCA2222AAAAX0)
Siemens: Ruggedcom RST2228 (CAT# 6GK6222-6AB00-5DN0-Z
A00+B01+C05+D05+E05+F05+G05)
Approved Manufacturer:
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Touch Screen Monitor Kit (P/N: 91610054)
Siemens- SIMATIC IPC 477E ( 6AV7241-5EB05-0FA0)
C. Time Synchronisation: The DAC will be configured to receive precision time protocol (PTP)
for the primary time source and network time protocol (NTP) as a backup time source. Time will
be distributed to all LACs to synchronize the LAC time to IRIG-B with sub- millisecond
accuracy.
D. DLB System Internal and External Cabling Requirements:
1. Fiber Optic Ethernet connections between devices shall be provided using AFL Hyperscale
111954-XXXM or AWS approved equivalent OM3, 50 um, duplex, plenum rated cables with
LC- to-LC connectors.
2. Mirror bit connections between devices shall be provided using AFL Hyperscale 111956-
XXXM or AWS approved equivalent OM3, 50 um, duplex, plenum rated cables with ST-to-ST
duplex con- nectors.
3. Mirrored Bit and Ethernet fiber cables may be run inside the same plenum rated cable
between devices using AFL Hyperscale 111955-XXXM or AWS approved equivalent.
4. Cable splices are not permitted.
5. Cables must be ordered in needed length. Extraneous lengths and excess slack coils are not
per- mitted.
E. DLB System Scope of Services:
1. Switchboard vendor shall provide, install and connect all DLB hardware as per the AWS
provided DLB schematics and BOM.
2. The AWS Engineering shall provide a complete set of DLB schematics, software program
files and setting files, startup and DLB operation manuals to the switchboard vendor.
3. The General Contractor shall be responsible to install and terminate external fiber cabling
be- tween COP and Catcher switchoards as shown on engineering drawings.
4. During startup on site, the switchboard vendor shall be responsible for uploading of the DLB
pro- gram files and setting files into the DLB hardware and ensure the DLB system is ready for
com- missioning.
5. Switchboard vendor shall assist commissioning team during DLB system commissioning and
test- ing.
A. Accessory Set: Include tools and miscellaneous items required for overcurrent protective de-
vice test, inspection, maintenance, and operation.
B. Motorized racking device to remotely rack out / rack in drawout breakers. (One required pro-
vided with first phase construction of the building)
C. Overhead Circuit-Breaker Lifting Device: Mounted at top front of switchboard, with
hoist and lifting yokes matching each drawout circuit breaker.
D. Protective Clear Plastic Lockable Covers: Installed over all electromechanical
control switches, Breaker settings interface and buttons to prevent accidental operation.
E. Anti-condensation space heaters in each switchboard section. Connect all space heaters to
external customer terminals for external power source connection for temporary storage.
2.11 IDENTIFICATION
A. Mimic Bus: Continuously integrated mimic bus factory applied to front of switchboard.
Ar- range in single-line diagram format, using symbols and letter designations consistent with
final mimic-bus diagram.
B. Coordinate mimic-bus segments with devices in switchboard sections to which they are ap-
plied. Produce a concise visual presentation of principal switchboard components and connec-
tions.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.2 EXAMINATION
A. The switchboard shall be factory witness tested by the owner and/or owner’s representative
prior to leaving the factory for delivery. Factory acceptance test script shall be reviewed and ap-
proved by the owner prior to the test. Upon completion of the test, a factory certified test re- port
shall be provided.
3.3 INSTALLATION
A. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for person- nel
to adjust, operate, and maintain the Switchboard. Provide a minimum of 4 hours onsite train- ing
per building, to be coordinated by Operations.
A. NORMAL CONDITIONS
1. Condition 1: Normal voltage is detected by device 47/27-1 Voltage relay on the Utility
side.
2. Condition 2: UPS is in Normal operation mode verification by signal from UPS control.
IF UPS in BYPASS PLC, do not transfer Generator back to Utility. Alarm and/or event
log to communicate this condition.
3. After the voltage has been stable for t (x this timer is adjustable by the operator)
seconds), the generator breaker will open. (If loss of voltage or abnormal frequency
occurs to the generator source during this time, the time delay will be reduced to one (1)
second delay and an open transition transfer to the normal power source will occur).
4. The utility main breaker is closed two (2) seconds after the generator breaker is verified
open.
5. The generator start signal will be removed fifteen (15) minutes after the generator breaker
opens. This time delay is to allow the generator to cool down.
1. Switch is provided on the front panel, and there are terminals to connect an external fault
contact input. These inputs cause the system to enter the auto-fail mode, which trips
generator breakers and locks out the transfer system until reset. The fault contact is
arranged to operate normally closed, so an open circuit on this interlock triggers the auto-
fail condition.
2. Generator status pilot lights are provided on the front panel. These lights accept external
dry contacts from the generator status interface module to provide annunciation of
various generator faults at the switchboard.
A. MANUAL OPERATION
D. GENERATOR FAILURE
1. The PLC program monitors the Generator breaker (52-G) status. If the generator should
fail, the generator breaker (52-G) will open after a three (10) second source loss delay.
2. If the generator breaker (52-G) opens three times within a 15 minute interval, a generator
failure is assumed and the generator breaker (52-G) is then locked out.
3. The “AUTO FAIL” pilot light will illuminate to indicate a system problem.
4. If the utility source returns, the utility MAIN breaker (52-U) will close after a one (1)
second delay. (Utility source stabilization delay has been overridden.)
5. The fault indication can be reset by moving the Auto/Manual switch to the “MAN”
position and then back to “AUTO”. If the utility source returns, the Auto-Fail condition
will be reset and the system will transfer back to the utility”.
1. The utility circuit breaker is tripped* and the bell alarm contact is closed (SDE).
2. The generator start relay de-energizes signaling the generator to start.
3. Generator breaker (52-G) closes ten (10) seconds after the proper voltage and frequency
is detected by 47/27/59/81-2 Voltage/Frequency relays.
4. The generator is providing source to the load.
5. If the generator breaker trips* and the bell alarm contact is closed (SDE) no further
transfers will take place. A dead bus condition will exist.
6. The system will not automatically re-transfer to the utility source.
1. After a circuit breaker trips, make a thorough inspection of the entire system, and
verify that no damage to conductors or insulation has occurred. High mechanical
and thermal stresses developed by short-circuit currents may damage conductors
and insulation. Check the overcurrent-protection device that interrupted for
possible arcing damage.
2. Press the red reset button on the utility circuit breaker. Press the reset breaker on the
generator breaker if generator breaker also tripped.
3. Turn the Auto – Manual switch to the MANUAL position and then back to the AUTO
position.
4. After the voltage has been stable for ten (10) seconds, the generator breaker will open. (If
loss of voltage or abnormal frequency occurs to the generator source during this time, the
time delay will be reduced to one (1) second delay and an open transition transfer to the
normal power source will occur).
5. The utility main breaker is closed two (2) seconds after the generator breaker is verified
open.
6. The generator start signal will be removed fifteen (15) minutes after the generator breaker
opens. This time delay is to allow the generator to cool down.
1. The generator circuit breaker is tripped* and the bell alarm contact is closed (SDE).
2. The generator start signal will be removed fifteen (15) minutes after the generator breaker
opens. This time delay is to allow the generator to cool down.
3. After the utility source returns and the voltage has been stable for ten (10) seconds, the
utility breaker will close.
4. The utility source is providing source to the load.
5. If the utility breaker trips* and the bell alarm contact is closed (SDE) no further transfers
will take place. A dead bus condition will exist.
6. Until the the generator breaker is reset and the PLC is reset, the system will not
automatically transfer to generator on loss of utility.
1. After a circuit breaker trips, make a thorough inspection of the entire system, and
verify that no damage to conductors or insulation has occurred. High mechanical
and thermal stresses developed by short-circuit currents may damage conductors
and insulation. Check the overcurrent-protection device that interrupted for
possible arcing damage.
2. Press the red reset button on the generator circuit breaker. Press the reset breaker on the
utility breaker if utility breaker also tripped.
3. Turn the Auto – Manual switch to the MANUAL position and then back to the AUTO
position.
4. The switchboard will now transfer to the generator upon loss of utility.
1. When the Auto/Manual switch is in the "MANUAL" position, breaker control buttons are
operable and protective interlocks including non-paralleling, non-reclosure onto a fault,
and voltage protection remain intact. Breakers will not close automatically. Auto/Manual
switch should be left in "MANUAL" position when switchgear is to be serviced or
automatic operation is not desired.
2. In the event of PLC failure, electrical interlocking outside the PLC program utilizes
breaker auxiliary contacts to logically prevent all breakers from being closed at the same
time. (forces open transition transfers).
3. Open/Close pushbuttons on the circuit breaker should not be used while in “AUTO”
mode. Doing so will result in an AUTO-FAIL.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
1 Transfer to Generator Three seconds after the utility source stabiliza-
utility Basler VDS is tion - 2:10
Perform an open tran-
opened the utility circuit
sition transfer to gener- utility source loss -
breaker will open. The
ator by opening the util- 0:03
generator start relay will
ity Basler PT voltage
then energize. 10 sec- gen source stabiliza-
disconnect switch
onds after the generator tion - 0:10
(VDS). After the gen-
Basler PT VDS is closed gen source loss - 0:10
erator start relay ener-
the generator circuit
gizes close the genera- transfer time - 0:02
breaker will close.
tor Basler PT VDS.
gen cooldown - 1:00
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
2 Retransfer to Utility Condition 1 met: Normal
Voltage is detected by
Perform an open tran-
device 47/27-1 Voltage
sition transfer from
relay pn the Utility side.
generator to utility by
closing the utility Basler Condition 2 met: UPS is
PT voltage disconnect in normal mode. If UPS
switch (VDS). After the is in BYPASS the re-
generator start relay transfer to utility is not
de-energizes open the ALLOW.
generator Basler PT
The source stabilization
VDS.
timer in the PLC will
begin timing after the util-
ity Basler VDS is closed.
After the source
stabiliza- tion timer times
out the generator circuit
breaker will open and
after a de- lay the utility
circuit breaker will close.
The generator will begin
a cooldown cycle. After
the cooldown timer times
out the generator start
re- lay will de-energize.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
3 Generator fail (three Three seconds after the Auto fail will be indi-
strikes) utility Basler VDS is cated and will auto-
opened the utility circuit matically reset upon
Perform an open tran-
breaker will open. The return to utility.
sition transfer to gener-
generator start relay will
ator by opening the util-
then energize. 10 sec-
ity Basler PT VDS.
onds after the generator
After the generator Basler PT VDS is closed
start relay energizes the generator circuit
close the generator breaker will close. 10
Basler PT VDS. seconds the after the
After the generator cir- Basler PT VDS is opened
cuit breaker closes the generator circuit
open the generator breaker will open. (strike
Basler PT VDS. 1). 10 seconds after the
generator Basler PT VDS
After the generator cir- is reclosed the generator
cuit breaker opens circuit breaker will close.
(strike 1) reclose the 10 seconds the after the
generator Basler PT Basler PT VDS is opened
VDS. the generator circuit
After the generator cir- breaker will open. (strike
cuit breaker closes 2). 10 seconds after the
open the generator generator Basler PT VDS
Basler PT VDS. is closed the generator
circuit breaker will close.
After the generator cir- 10 seconds the after the
cuit breaker opens Basler PT VDS is opened
(strike 2) reclose the the generator circuit
generator Basler PT breaker will open. (strike
VDS. 3). The generator start
After the generator cir- relay will de-energize. 1
cuit breaker closes second after the Basler
open the generator utility source VDS is
Basler PT VDS. closed the utility circuit
breaker will close.
After a delay the
gener- ator circuit
breaker opens (strike
3). Close the utility
Basler VDS to reclose
the utility cir- cuit
breaker.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
4 Generator fail (three Three seconds after the Utility source stabiliza-
strikes utility returns) utility Basler VDS is tion test setting at
opened the utility circuit 2:10.
[Set the utility source
breaker will open. The
stabilization delay to 27 Auto fail will be indi-
generator start relay will
minutes] cated and will auto-
then energize. 10 sec-
matically reset upon
Perform an open tran- onds after the generator
return to utility.
sition transfer to gener- Basler PT VDS is closed
ator by opening the util- the generator circuit
ity Basler PT VDS. breaker will close. 10
After the generator seconds the after the
start relay energizes Basler PT VDS is opened
close the generator the generator circuit
Basler PT VDS. breaker will open. (strike
1). 10 seconds after the
After the generator cir- generator Basler PT VDS
cuit breaker closes is reclosed the generator
open the generator circuit breaker will close.
Basler PT VDS. 10 seconds the after the
After the generator cir- Basler PT VDS is opened
cuit breaker opens the generator circuit
(strike 1) reclose the breaker will open. (strike
generator Basler PT 2). 10 seconds after the
VDS. Reclose the util- generator Basler PT VDS
ity Basler PT VDS is closed the generator
circuit breaker will close.
After the generator cir- 10 seconds the after the
cuit breaker closes Basler PT VDS is opened
open the generator the generator circuit
Basler PT VDS. breaker will open. (strike
After the generator cir- 2). The generator start
cuit breaker opens relay will de-energize. 1
(strike 2) reclose the second after the third
generator Basler PT strike the utility circuit
VDS. breaker will close.
After the generator cir-
cuit breaker closes
open the generator
Basler PT VDS.
After a delay the gener-
ator circuit breaker
opens (strike 3).
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
5a Dead bus #1 - after 1 second after the Utility source stabiliza-
simulated mainte- switchboard is place in tion time delay is by-
nance outage the auto position the util- passed.
ity circuit breaker will
Place the switchboard
close.
in manual and ensure
both circuit breakers
are open. Open the
utility Basler VDS. Re-
close the utility Basler
VDS. Place the switch-
board in auto to auto-
matically close the util-
ity circuit breaker.
5b Dead bus #2 - genera- A dead bus condition oc-
tor fail to start curs. 45 seconds after
the utility is restored the
Place the switchboard
dead bus override closes
in auto and fail utility.
the utility breaker.
Leave the generator
Basler VDS open to
simulate generator fail-
ure. Return utility any
time after utility breaker
opens.
5c Dead bus #3 - genera- A dead bus condition oc-
tor fail to run curs. 10 seconds after
generator source is lost,
Place the switchboard
the generator breaker
in auto and fail utility.
opens. 45 seconds after
Close the generator
the utility is restored the
Basler VDS after gen-
dead bus override closes
erator start signal turns
the utility breaker.
on. After the generator
breaker closes, open
the generator Basler
VDS to simulate com-
plete generator failure
while running. Leave
the generator VDS
turned off. Return utility
at any time.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
6 Utility breaker fault After the utility circuit After the utility cir-
breaker is faulted the cuit breaker is reset
Trip the utility circuit
generator start relay will (press the red on the
breaker. After the gen-
energize. 10 seconds af- face of the circuit
erator start relay ener-
ter the generator Basler breaker), Reset the
gizes close the genera-
PT VDS is closed the PLC auto fail (turn
tor Basler PT VDS.
generator circuit breaker the system switch
will close. from AUTO to
MANUAL and back to
AUTO). An open
transition transfer to
utility will take place.
NOTE: the generator
three-strike will be
disabled. The gener-
ator will continually
attempt to close if
utility is available
and the utility
breaker is faulted.
7 Generator breaker Three seconds after the After the generator
fault utility Basler VDS is circuit breaker is re-
opened the utility circuit set (press the red on
Perform an open tran-
breaker will open. The the face of the circuit
sition transfer to gener-
generator start relay will breaker), Reset the
ator by opening the util-
then energize. 10 sec- PLC auto fail (turn
ity Basler PT voltage
onds after the generator the system switch
disconnect switch
Basler PT VDS is closed from AUTO to
(VDS). After the gen-
the generator circuit MANUAL and back to
erator start relay ener-
breaker will close. AUTO).
gizes close the genera-
tor Basler PT VDS. The generator will enter
cooldown and shutdown
On the closed genera-
after the cool down time
tor circuit breaker con-
expires.
nect a full function test
kit and trip the genera- 1 second after the utility
tor circuit breaker. Basler VDS closes the
utility circuit breaker will
After the utility Basler
close.
VDS is closed the utility
breaker closes. Reset the generator cir-
cuit breaker (press the
red on the face of the cir-
cuit breaker).
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
8 Utility circuit breaker Three seconds after the
fails to open utility Basler VDS is
opened the utility circuit
Remove a the MX wire
breaker does not open.
from the utility circuit
The auto fail light is on.
breaker. Open the util-
The generator start relay
ity Basler VDS.
does not energize.
Reclose the utility Basler
VDS. Reset the auto fail
Reconnect the utility cir-
cuit breaker MX wire.
9 Generator circuit Three seconds after the
breaker fails to utility Basler VDS is
close opened the utility circuit
breaker will open. The
Remove a the XF wire
generator start relay will
from the generator cir-
then energize. 10 sec-
cuit breaker. Open the
onds after the generator
utility Basler VDS.
Basler PT VDS is closed
the generator circuit
breaker does not close.
The generator start relay
de-energizes.
1 second after the utility
Basler VDS is closed the
utility circuit breaker will
close.
Reconnect the generator
circuit breaker XF wire.
Reset the auto fail.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
10 Generator circuit Three seconds after the
breaker fails to open utility Basler VDS is
opened the utility circuit
[set the source stabili-
breaker will open. The
zation delay to 1 mi-
generator start relay will
nute]
then energize. 10 sec-
Remove a the MX wire onds after the generator
from the generator cir- Basler PT VDS is closed
cuit breaker. the generator circuit
Perform an open tran- breaker will close.
sition transfer to gener- The generator circuit
ator by opening the util- breaker will stay closed
ity Basler PT voltage the generator start relay
disconnect switch will stay energized. The
(VDS). After the gen- auto fail light is on.
erator start relay ener-
Reconnect the generator
gizes close the genera-
circuit breaker MX wire.
tor Basler PT VDS.
Reset the auto fail.
Reclose the utility
Basler VDS. After the
source stabilization
timer times out the
generator circuit
breaker stays closed.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
11 Utility circuit breaker Three seconds after the NOTE: the generator
fails to close utility Basler VDS is three-strike will be
opened the utility circuit disabled. The gener-
[set the source stabili-
breaker will open. The ator will continually
zation delay to 1 mi-
generator start relay will attempt to close if
nute]
then energize. 10 sec- utility is available
Remove a the XF wire onds after the generator and the utility
from the utility circuit Basler PT VDS is closed breaker is faulted.
breaker. the generator circuit
Perform an open tran- breaker will close.
sition transfer to gener- The source stabilization
ator by opening the util- timer in the PLC will
ity Basler PT voltage begin timing after the util-
disconnect switch ity Basler VDS is closed.
(VDS). After the gen- After the source stabiliza-
erator start relay ener- tion timer times out the
gizes close the genera- generator circuit breaker
tor Basler PT VDS. will open and after a de-
Reclose the utility lay the utility circuit
Basler VDS. After the breaker will not close.
source stabilization The generator circuit
timer times out the breaker will reclose. The
generator circuit generator start relay will
breaker opens and the remain energized.
utility circuit breaker Reconnect the utility cir-
can not close. cuit breaker XF wire. Re-
set the auto fail.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
12 Transfer to Generator Three seconds after the utility source stabiliza-
- Utility Flicker (Com- utility Basler VDS is tion - 2:10
mit to Generator test) opened the utility circuit
utility source loss -
breaker will open. The
Perform an open tran- 0:03
generator start relay will
sition transfer to gener-
then energize. Once the gen source stabiliza-
ator by opening the
generator start relay en- tion - 0:10
util- ity Basler PT
ergizes, the utility Basler gen source loss - 0:10
voltage disconnect
VDS is closed. 10 sec-
switch (VDS). After the transfer time - 0:02
onds after the generator
utility circuit breaker
Basler PT VDS is closed gen cooldown - 1:00
opens reclose the
the generator circuit
utility Basler PT
breaker will close.
voltage dis- connect
switch (VDS) After expiration of the
immediately. After the Utility source stabilization
generator start relay timer the generator
energizes close the breaker will open and the
generator Basler PT utility breaker will re-
VDS. close.
13a Manual operation of Both utility and generator To clear the Auto
the utility breaker in main breakers are locked Fail condition, turn
Auto Mode - Utility out mechanically and an the PLC mode switch
Available Auto Fail is indicated.No from Auto then to
further switching occurs. Manual. Place the
Mechanically open the
(This means both switch back to Auto.
Utility Breaker using
breaker are open - DEAD One (1) second later
the push button on the
BUS). the utility breaker au-
breaker with utility
tomatically closes
available.
(as long as utility is
available).
13b Manual operation of Both utility and generator To clear the Auto Fail
the utility breaker in main breakers are locked condition, turn the
Auto Mode - Utility out electro-mechanically PLC mode switch
Loss and an Auto Fail is indi- from Auto then to
cated.No further switch- Manual. Turn the
Mechanically open the
ing occurs. This is a dead switch back to Auto.
Utility Breaker using
bus condition. Without utility availa-
the push button on the
ble, the generator
breaker. Open the util-
start signal immedi-
ity Basler VDS.
ately comes on. Ten
seconds later the
generator breaker
automatically closes.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
13c Manual operation of Both utility and generator To clear the Auto Fail
the generator breaker main breakers are locked condition, turn the
in Auto Mode - Utility out electro-mechanically PLC mode switch
Loss and an Auto Fail is indi- from Auto then to
cated.The generator start Manual. Turn the
Transfer the switch-
signal is removed. No switch back to Auto.
board to generator by
further switching occurs.
simulating utility loss. - If utility source is
This is a dead bus condi-
The switchboard is on not available, the
tion.
generator. Mechani- generator will start
cally open the Genera- and the switchboard
tor Breaker using the will close the genera-
push button on the tor breaker after 1
breaker with utility not second.
available. Utility is re-
- If the utility source
stored after the breaker
is available, the
has been opened.
switchboard will
transfer to utility af-
ter 1 second.
14 Manual operation of No switching occurs and
the utility breaker the switchboard remains
on utility.
Place the switchboard
in Manual with the util-
ity source available.
Open the Utility Basler
VDS to simulate a loss
if utility.
15 Manual transfer to Generator starts and the
generator and back to operator is able to manu-
utility ally open and close the
breakers. Electrical Inter-
Place the switchboard
locks are still in place. No
in Manual with the util-
automatic actions occur
ity source available.
regardless of source
Start the generator us-
availability.
ing the generator run
switch. Mechanically
open the utility breaker
and then close the gen-
erator breaker.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
16a Racking out of gener- Switchboard indicates an Auto Fail requires re-
ator breaker while in Auto Fail. Utility breaker setting via toggle of
Auto remains closed. Switch- the PLC Mode switch
board can be placed into (Auto - Manual -
Switchboard is in Auto,
Manual or Auto with no Auto). Source of Au-
utility source is availa-
change in status. tofail condition must
ble, and the utility
be cleared prior to
breaker is closed. The
resetting.
operator racks out the
generator breaker.
16b Racking out of utility Switchboard indicates an Auto Fail requires re-
breaker while in Auto Auto Fail. Generator setting via toggle of
breaker remains closed. the PLC Mode switch
Switchboard is in Auto,
Switchboard can be (Auto - Manual -
generator source is
placed into Manual or Auto). Source of Au-
available, and the gen-
Auto with no change in tofail condition must
erator breaker is
status. be cleared prior to
closed. The operator
resetting.
racks out the utility
breaker.
17a Emergency Generator Switchboard indicates an Auto Fail requires re-
Stop - Utility breaker Auto Fail. Utility breaker setting via toggle of
closed remains closed. No the PLC Mode switch
transfer to generator will (Auto - Manual -
Switchboard is in Auto,
occur if utility source is Auto). Source of Au-
utility source is availa-
failed. tofail condition must
ble, and the utility
be cleared prior to
breaker is closed. The
resetting.
operator hits the gener-
ator stop button.
17b Emergency Generator Generator breaker opens Auto Fail requires re-
Stop - Generator and generator start signal setting via toggle of
breaker closed turns off. the PLC Mode switch
(Auto - Manual -
Transfer the switch- A dead bus condition will
Auto). Source of Au-
board to generator by occur. If utility becomes
tofail condition must
simulating utility loss available, the board will
be cleared prior to
while in Auto. The transfer back to utility 45
resetting.
switchboard transfers seconds after utility re-
to generator. Return turns.
utility at any time after
the board transfers to
generator. The opera-
tor hits the generator
stop button.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
18a Generator Crank Fail PLC attempts to start the To clear the Auto
- No Utility Power generator. After 5 Fail condition, turn
Available minutes, a Crank Fail is the PLC mode
indicated and "Generator switch from Auto
Transfer the switch-
Failed to Start" is shown then to Manual. Turn
board to generator by
on the screen. Start sig- the switch back to
simulating utility loss
nal is removed. Switch- Auto. If utility is not
while in Auto. The
board indicates an Auto availa- ble, the
switchboard transfers
Fail. generator will
to generator. Leave
attempt to re- start.
the utility Basler VDS
open. Leave the
gener- ator Basler
VDS open.
18b Generator Crank Fail PLC attempts to start the Auto fail condition is
- Utility Power Re- generator. After 5 automatically reset
turns minutes, a Crank Fail is when the board
indicated and "Generator transfers back to util-
Transfer the switch-
Failed to Start" is shown ity.
board to generator by
on the screen. Switch-
simulating utility loss
board indicates an Auto
while in Auto. The
Fail. When utility returns,
switchboard transfers
the utility breaker closes
to generator.Leave the
after 1 second.
generator Basler VDS
open.Close the Utility
Basler VDS any time
after a Crank Fail is in-
dicated.
19 Generator Exerciser The PLC will start the The operator can
generator and run the stop the exercise
With the switchboard in
generator for the exer- with operator secu-
Auto and utility power
cise duration. Once the rity priveleges via a
available, enable the
exercise duration ex- virtual button on the
exercise timer and set
pires, the generator will HMI.
the exercise time to the
shutdown without a
current time plus one
cooldown.
minute.
Re-
Test Action Required /
Description of Test Expected Response sponse
No. Time Stamps
OK
20a Load Shed (Only if 27 Timer TBR1 will begins
relay is installed) timing. After TDBR1
times out the Chiller cir-
With the load bus ener-
cuit breaker, the CHWP
gized, close the Chiller
circuit breaker and the
circuit breaker, the
two CRAC circuit break-
CHWP circuit breaker
ers will open.
and the two CRAC cir-
cuit breakers. Install a
jumper between
BPTB:1 and BPTB:2 to
simulate a contact clo-
sure from the SCSB-1
control panel.
20b Load Shed (Only if 27 Timer TBR2 will begins
relay is installed) timing. After TDBR1
times out the Chiller cir-
With the load bus ener-
cuit breaker, the CHWP
gized, close the Chiller
circuit breaker and the
circuit breaker, the
two CRAC circuit break-
CHWP circuit breaker
ers will open.
and the two CRAC cir-
cuit breakers. Install a
jumper between
BPBP:3 and BPBP:4 to
simulate an Basler 27
relay undervoltage trip
from the oposite
switchgear.
20c Load Shed (Only if 27 Timer TBR2 will begins Verify that the power
relay is installed) timing. After TDBR1 light on Basler 27 re-
times out the Chiller cir- lay is energized. Re-
With the load bus ener-
cuit breaker, the CHWP set the Trip indica-
gized, close the Chiller
circuit breaker and the tion if it is illumi-
circuit breaker, the
two CRAC circuit break- nated.
CHWP circuit breaker
ers will open.
and the two CRAC cir- Close BP3 2 pole
cuit breakers. Install a fused disconnect.
jumper between
BPTB:3 and BPTS:3.
Install a second jumper
between BPTB:4 and
BPTS:4. De-energize
the load bus to verify
operation of the Basler
27 relay.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions apply to this Section.
C. Items in RED are options/requirements for certain jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of the
design team to confirm specific requirements prior to generator purchase.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Generator Ratings:
1. 700KW, 480/277V, 3-Phase, Standby. (Considering all three QRO project sites are
located at an altitude around 6,000 feet)
B. This Section includes packaged engine-generator sets for standby power supply with the
following features:
1. Diesel engine.
2. Unit-mounted cooling system.
3. Unit-mounted control and monitoring.
4. Outdoor weather and sound attenuated enclosure.
5. Generator disconnect circuit breakers.
6. Base mounted fuel storage tank.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Standby Rating: Power output rating equal to the power the generator set delivers continuously
under normally varying load factors for the duration of a power outage.
B. Prime Rating: Power output available with varying load for an unlimited time in accordance
with ISO 8528. 10% overload power in accordance with ISO 3064/1.
C. Operational Bandwidth: The total variation from the lowest to highest value of a parameter over
the range of conditions indicated, expressed as a percentage of the nominal value of the
parameter.
D. Power Output Rating: Gross electrical power output of diesel engine generator set minus total
power supplied to cooling fans, pumps and other accessories.
E. Steady State Voltage Modulation: The uniform cyclical variation of voltage within the
operational bandwidth expressed in Hertz.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment from
prior phase(s) where applicable.
D. Product Data: For each type of packaged engine generator indicated. Include rated capacities,
operating characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories. In addition, include the
following:
E. Engine Exhaust Emission Documentation (SFO & IAD Clusters): Supplier shall provide all
documentation necessary to secure operating permits from the Local Air Quality Management
District for the engines furnished for the project. Documentation shall be furnished within 7
calendar days of notice of award of the order. Documentation to be submitted to Local Air
Quality Management District by Owner. To comply with local codes NOM-ECOL-043
F. Shop Drawings: Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required
clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field
connection.
1. Dimensioned outline plan and elevation drawings of engine-generator set and other
components specified.
2. Design Calculations: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer. Calculate
requirements for selecting vibration isolators and seismic restraints and for designing
vibration isolation bases.
3. Vibration Isolation Base Details: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer.
Detail fabrication, including anchorages and attachments to structure and to supported
equipment. Include base weights.
A. Manufacturer Seismic Qualification Certification: Submit certification that fuel tank, engine-
generator set, batteries, battery racks, accessories, and components will withstand seismic forces
according to importance factor of 1.0 and defined in Structural Drawings and Specifications.
Include the following:
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of
any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
4. Provide project-specific anchor-bolt selection calculations according to latest IBC
standards that are stamped and certified by registered Professional Engineer in the state
project resides in.
5. According to the seismic study provided by AECOM in QRO project areas, the seismic
zone for the three sites is SEISMIC ZONE B, and the IMPORTANCE FACTOR is 1.5
for the equipment anchor points
E. Product Test Reports: Indicate test results compared with specified performance requirements,
and provide justification and resolution of differences if values do not agree.
F. Field quality-control reports and startup reports: Startup reports to record approved firmware
version installed.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit installation, operating and maintenance instructions.
Include the following:
1. List of tools and replacement items recommended to be stored at Project for ready access.
Include part and drawing numbers, current unit prices, and source of supply.
A. Installer Qualifications: Installation by contractor who is trained and approved for installation of
units required for this Project.
C. Source Limitations: Obtain packaged generator sets and auxiliary components through one
source from a single supplier.
G. Comply with NFPA 110 requirements for Level 1 emergency power supply system.
J. Engine Exhaust Emissions: Comply with applicable state and local government requirements
defined in this specification or established by the design team. Engine shall comply with EPA
Requirements at time of order.
K. Noise Emission: Comply with applicable state and local government requirements defined in
this specification or established by the design team for maximum noise level at adjacent
property boundaries due to sound emitted by generator set including; engine, engine exhaust,
engine cooling-air intake and discharge, and other components of installation. QRO acoustic
study indicates that the system must be 75dBA at 23 feet (7 meters) Local code: NOM 081
1. Ambient Temperature: Published ASHRAE 20-year extreme dry bulb temperature range
plus estimated peak heat gain from generator heat ingestion.
2. Relative Humidity: 0 to 95 percent.
3. Altitude: Sea level to 6,000 feet (1,900 meters).
1.9 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases for package engine generators. Drilled anchors
should be used. Concrete, reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified in Division
03.
1.10 WARRANTY
A. As specified in
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
D. Generator-Set Performance:
1. Generator set shall be rated for 100% power output of its standby rating with an 80%
permissible average power output over 24hr of operation.
2. Steady-State Voltage Operational Bandwidth: 3 percent of rated output voltage from no
load to full load.
3. Transient Voltage Performance: Not more than 20 percent variation for 50 percent step-
load increase or decrease. Voltage shall recover and remain within the steady-state
operating band within three seconds.
4. Steady-State Frequency Operational Bandwidth: 0.5 percent of rated frequency from no
load to full load.
5. Steady-State Frequency Stability: When system is operating at any constant load within
the rated load, there shall be no random speed variations outside the steady-state
operational band and no hunting or surging of speed.
6. Transient Frequency Performance: Less than 5 percent variation for 50 percent step-load
increase or decrease. Frequency shall recover and remain within the steady-state
operating band within five seconds.
7. Output Waveform: At no load, harmonic content measured line to line or line to neutral
shall not exceed 5 percent total and 3 percent for single harmonics. Telephone influence
factor, determined according to NEMA MG 1, shall not exceed 50 percent.
8. Sustained Short-Circuit Current: For a 3-phase, bolted short circuit at system output
terminals, system shall supply a minimum of 250 percent of rated full-load current for not
less than 10 seconds and then clear the fault automatically, without damage to generator
system components.
9. Start Time: Comply with NFPA 110, Type 10, system requirements.
2.3 ENGINE
1. Provide a full flow, filtration lubrication system with bypass to allow lubrication to
continue during high filter restriction. An alarm will be generated when in bypass.
2. Filter and Strainer: Rated to remove 90 percent of particles 5 micrometers and smaller
while passing full flow.
3. Thermostatic Control Valve: Control flow in system to maintain optimum oil
temperature. Unit shall be capable of full flow and is designed to be fail-safe.
4. Crankcase Drain: Arranged for complete gravity drainage to an easily removable
container with no disassembly and without use of pumps, siphons, special tools, or
appliances.
5. Crankcase emission control device as required by Local Air Pollution Control District.
1. Main Fuel Pump: Mounted on engine. Pump ensures adequate primary fuel flow under
starting and load conditions.
2. Relief-Bypass Valve: Automatically regulates pressure in fuel line and returns excess fuel
to source.
3. Fuel Filtering: Remove water and contaminants larger than 1 micron.
4. Primary Fuel Filter: Fuel water separators per manufacturer’s standard design.
5. Secondary Fuel Filter: Mounted on engine.
6. Fuel Cooler: Factory mounted air-cooled type.
7. Hand priming pump.
8. Fuel lines shall be Stratoflex or equivalent AQP elastomer tube, with polyester inner
braid and a single wire braid reinforcement, and blue AQP elastomer cover.
F. Coolant Jacket Heater: Electric-immersion type with integral circulating pump, factory installed
in coolant jacket system. Comply with NFPA 110 requirements for Level 1 equipment for
heater capacity. Provide isolation valves to allow for servicing without draining cooling system.
H. Cooling System: Closed loop, liquid cooled, with radiator factory mounted on engine-generator-
set mounting frame and integral engine-driven coolant pump.
I. Muffler/Silencer: Critical type (incorporated into Diesel Particulate Filter when applicable)
sized as recommended by engine manufacturer and selected with exhaust piping system to not
exceed engine manufacturer's engine backpressure requirements.
1. Exhaust muffler performance shall match the overall sound performance specified in
enclosure section.
2. If vertically-oriented exhaust piping is used, a heavy duty hinged counter-weighted rain
cap at discharge point is to be provided.
1. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) shall use active regeneration technology that utilizes a
porous sintered metal filter media that is both particulate filter and electrical heater.
2. Unit shall meet CARB Level 3+ to achieve a minimum 85% PM reduction.
3. A dual independent microprocessor-based system measures back pressure and applies
electrical current to heat the media and burn off accumulated soot. Controller shall
indicate abnormal operation and shall annunciate alarms to the generator controller.
4. Regeneration shall be automatic and shall keep the filter cartridges functioning at low
back pressure and peak efficiency.
5. DPF shall incorporate an integrated diesel oxidation catalyst to reduce the soluble organic
fraction, gaseous hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide.
6. The active regeneration system shall regenerate the DPF independently of the exhaust
temperature.
7. DPF shall incorporate a Hospital Grade Silencer with 35-42 dBA attenuation.
8. DPF shall be Rypos Series HDPF/C Flat Pack Module or equal.
9. Housing shall be constructed of carbon steel with high temperature zinc base primer and
painted to match generator housing.
10. To comply with the local code NOM-043-SEMARNAT-1993 and NOM-ECOL-043
K. Air-Intake Filter: Heavy-duty, engine-mounted air cleaner with replaceable dry-filter element
and "blocked filter" indicator.
1. Components: Sized so they will not be damaged during a full engine-cranking cycle with
ambient temperature at maximum specified in Part 1 "Project Conditions" Article.
2. Cranking Motor: Heavy-duty unit that automatically engages and releases from engine
flywheel without binding.
3. Cranking Cycle: As required by NFPA 110 for system level specified.
4. Battery: Adequate capacity within ambient temperature range specified in Part 1 "Project
Conditions" Article to provide specified cranking cycle at least three times without
recharging.
5. Battery Cable: Size as recommended by engine manufacturer for cable length indicated.
Include required interconnecting conductors and connection accessories.
6. Battery Compartment: Factory fabricated of metal with acid-resistant finish and thermal
insulation. Thermostatically controlled heater shall be arranged to maintain battery above
10 deg C regardless of external ambient temperature within range specified in Part 1
"Project Conditions" Article. Include accessories required to support and fasten batteries
in place.
B. Base-Mounted Fuel Oil Tank: Factory installed and piped, complying with UL 142 protected
fuel oil tank. Features include the following:
1. Tank Capacity:
a. QRO, SFO, CMH and IAD Clusters: 1500 gallons, with usable capacity at least
85% of actual. (Minimum useable fuel capacity for Run Time of 24 hours at full
load).
b. PDX Cluster: 1500 gallons, with usable capacity at least 85% of actual, or
approved alternate useable capacity for minimum of 24 hours run time at full load.
2. Containment: Integrally bunded rupture basin with a capacity of 110 percent of nominal
capacity of fuel tank.
3. Leak Detector: Locate in rupture basin and connect to provide audible and visual alarm in
the event of day-tank leak.
4. Low-Level Alarm Sensor: Liquid-level device operates alarm contacts at 25 percent of
normal fuel level.
5. High-Level Alarm Sensor: Liquid-level device operates alarm and redundant fuel shutoff
contacts at midpoint between overflow level and 100 percent of normal fuel level.
6. Continuous Float Level Sensor: Liquid-level device provides analogue fuel monitoring of
belly tank. Readings shall be available via Modbus through Generator Controller.
7. Tank level indicator gauge: Manual tank level indicator to be provided adjacent to the fill
port.
8. Piping Connections: Factory-installed fuel supply and return lines from tank to engine;
local fuel fill, vent line, overflow line; and tank drain line with shutoff valve.
a. Vandal resistant manual fill with 7-1/2 gallon spill containment with overfill
prevention valve at 90%.
b. Primary and emergency tank vent extended to at least 12’ above grade.
c. Primary and emergency containment vent extended to at least 12’ above grade.
d. Two (2) 2” spare NPT couplings in tank.
e. Two (2) 2” spare NPT couplings in containment.
f. Drain ports for the tank and containment tank.
Connection Notes
Engine Supply Via foot valve, 50mm (2”) from tank base. Sized by supplier to meet engine
requirements.
Connection Notes
Polisher Supply Via foot valve at lowest point of the tank. Installation of polishing skid con-
nection points and internal sparge pipes of sufficient bore and layout to
allow
for even polishing of the entire contents of the tank.
Polisher Return Return to opposite side from polisher supply
Fill Point 40mmØ (1 ½”) fill c/w motorised fill valve controlled by fuel fill panel. Tank
fill via shared overfill prevention valve.
Manual Fill Point 50mmØ (2”) via shared overfill prevention valve.
Tank Drain Spare 80mmØ (3”) connection to be provided at each end of the tank to allow
the tank to be pumped out.
Bund Drain 25mmØ (1”) drain port from the tank bund section.
Access Manway 600mmØ (24”) manway access to bund and tank c/w full nitrile/cork gasket
seal suitable for a diesel application (min. 3mm (0.1”) thick) Top access on
tank only above full level
Level Sensor Screwed connection for a multi-level sensor.
Tank Vent Vent to be provided to meet tank design requirements and provided with a
desiccant breather to avoid water vapour entering the tank.
Spare Connections 2 no. 50mmØ (2”) spare connections.
Heater Connections 2 no. DN 150 (6”) flanged connections, blanked on tank top
3. Marking: Each tank shall have a plate bearing the following information:
a. the number and date of this design standard (i.e., BS 799-5:2010);
b. type of tank (e.g., Type J)
c. capacity (in litres);
d. date of manufacture.
e. manufacturer's name or trademark.
f. manufacturer's reference number.
g. design pressure.
h. test pressure and date of testing.
4. Bracing
a. Tank design shall use the tank structure to provide adequate support to the internal
tank. No internal bracing within the tank volume shall be permitted.
b. There shall be no internal obstructions which would impede safe confined space
entry.
c. There shall be a minimum, clear internal height of 900mm (36”). Internal volume
of the tank to be unobstructed. Tank support to be provided by the structural steel
frame around the tank.
5. Support
a. The tank shall be supported at the edges on columns with support plates to spread
the load to the foundation pad. These shall be sufficient in number to adequately
support all loads and not overload the foundation pad. Supports to be fully
shimmed to ensure equal loading at all points. Transverse supports may span the
tank underneath but shall be clear of the support pad by 100 mm (4”).
6. Design Codes- Structural, Environmental
a. The function of the belly tank/support frame is twofold:
1) A load bearing structure to support and restrain the generator enclosure and
fuel storage tank .
2) Act as a double containment diesel storage tank with 110% bund capacity.
b. Structural steel design shall be in accordance with relevant Eurocodes for loading
and structural design.
c. Tank design shall be certified to BS 799-5:2010 in Europe and be compliant with
any local codes or jurisdictional requirements for the storage of diesel in above
ground tanks, outside of Europe tanks shall comply with UL142 and include local
jurisdictional requirements.
d. In all cases tanks shall be 110% bunded and internally lined with a suitable coating
for continuous immersion diesel and biofuel blends. See section on tank coatings
below.
e. The tank vent from bund with desiccant breather shall be no more than 0.5m above
brim-full level. Tank Design Pressure shall be equivalent to head of water (S.G.1)
0.5m above the roof of the tank.
f. In jurisdictions where 3rd Party Certification is required for fuel storage tanks, this
will be a responsibility of the tank manufacturer to deliver.
g. Minimum sheet steel thickness of 4mm (0.15”) is required.
7. Tank Testing
a. Testing requirements shall be per the tank design code. Belly tank to be factory
tested AND site tested to ensure there has been no damage to the belly tank during
transit. All belly tank welds to be subject to a magnetic Dye Penetrant Inspection
test (DPI), this test shall be used to detect any discontinuities such as cracks from
fatigue, quenching, and grinding, as well as fractures, porosity, incomplete fusion,
and flaws in joints. This test shall be completed prior to painting. In conjunction
with the design code the purchaser’s requirements shall be:
1) No painting shall take place on any weld until all inspection and testing is
complete. All slag and scale will be removed from welds prior to testing.
2) Prior to the pressure test a leak test will be performed on each inner tank.
The tank will be pressurized with air and a soap bubble test applied to all
welds. The inner pressure will remain constant for 30 minutes after 20
minutes of settling time.
3) The outer bund shall be tested with a bubble test after 20 minutes settle time.
The inner tank shall be fitted with a gauge to ensure no back pressure leaks
to inner tank from bund.
4) Pressure testing of tanks shall be witnessed and verified by a representative
of the purchaser.
5) Consider inspection of the leak and bubble testing. Vendors shall submit
testing procedures for review at bid stage.
8. Fuel Supply
a. A 40mmØ (1 ½”) connection shall be provided complete with a motorized fill
valve to allow the tank be topped up automatically via the site top-up fuel supply
system. The generator enclosure shall also have a secondary fill connection on the
side of the generator to allow for the emergency filling of the generator in the
event that the fuel fill system becomes unavailable. A fuel fill cabinet shall be
provided on the exterior of the generator enclosure housing a 50mmØ (2”) valved
and capped fuel fill connection. Engine supply and return connections to/from the
belly tank shall be suitably separated within the belly tank to avoid any hot spots
due to recirculation of fuel from the engine.
b. In addition to the standard fuel filters provided by the engine manufacturer, there
shall also be installed a primary fuel filter/water separator in the fuel inlet line to
the
engine, this shall be a Racor 3 headed hot swappable fuel filter Model No: 791000
FHV.
c. All fuel piping shall be black iron or flexible fuel hose rated for this service. No
galvanized piping will be permitted. Flexible fuel lines shall be minimally rated for
150°C F and 8 bar.
d. A fire detection system shall be provided within the generator enclosure complete
with dead weight valves to shut off the fuel supply to the engine in the event of a
fire within the enclosure.
a. Provide slope required to provide a useful fall within the tank. 3" spare connection
to pump out located at lowest point next to polisher suction. The slope inside the
tank will be at least 2 degrees.
13. Inspection and access requirements
a. Manlid minimum 600 mm (24”) diameter internally through the floor of the
generator to avoid any water entering the tank while the manhole is open. Full ring
gasket. Compressible material suitable with diesel - Cork/nitrile. Minimum 3mm
(0.1”) gasket.
14. Leak Detection
a. Both the belly tank bund and the generator enclosure shall be monitored by leak
detection sensors. In the event that a leak is detected, an alarm shall be raised via
the EPMS and a beacon on the exterior of the generator enclosure shall be
activated. The leak detection shall be located to report a leak within 5 mm (0.2”) of
the lowest level of the containment.
b. A removable 25mm (2”) plug shall be located at 1/3 and 2/3 length of the tank on
the roof. This will be accessible via removable panel in the generator enclosure
floor.
15. Level Sensors, switches for control, sensors for display
a. Tank to be fitted with OLE T5020 Gauge or equivalent. Gauge display to provide
fuel level at the temporary connection point and an output to the BMS.
b. Gauge functions:
1) Accuracy 0.25% or better
2) Alarm Test Function
3) Level display in litres and percentage bar graph
4) Product temperature in Degrees Celsius
5) 4-20 mA output from hydrostatic probe
6) Modbus RS485 Output to BMS
7) Bund Leak alarm from float switch NC Contact
8) Relay output for level triggers (4 no)
9) Multi level reed switch sensor with individual outputs to control the fill valve.
10) HiHi, Hi, Lo, LoLo
c. Fill level control by the generator vendor with BMS outputs. See T5020 with
master/slave - Mark to send spec.
d. AWS to provide control strategy and required points. Common alarm to the BMS
with beacon on the container.
16. Fill Control Strategy.
a. The belly tank shall be supplied with a fuel control panel within the generator
enclosure. The fuel level shall be controlled by means of a multi-level sensor (OLE
T4000-GXXX or equivalent) providing the following outputs:
1) Low Level sensor in Belly tank, valve opens.
2) High level sensor, close valve
3) High-high, alarm and send close signal to valve.
4) Low-Low, alarm and send open signal to valve.
d. Once the valve is driven open by a fuel request, the fuel fill panel shall provide an
output to the BMS to request fuel. This shall result in the diesel pump starting to
provide fuel to the belly tank.
e. All power circuits to sensors and valves shall have their MCB’s monitored, and in
the event of a loss of control power to any circuit, an alarm shall be raised.
A. Automatic Starting System Sequence of Operation: When mode-selector switch on the control
and monitoring panel is in the automatic position, remote-control contacts in one or more
separate automatic transfer switches initiate starting and stopping of generator set. When mode-
selector switch is switched to the on position, generator set starts. The off position of same
switch initiates generator-set shutdown. When generator set is running, specified system or
equipment failures or derangements automatically shut down generator set and initiate alarms.
Operation of a remote emergency-stop switch also shuts down generator set.
B. Operating and safety indications, protective devices, basic system controls, and engine guages
shall be grouped in a common control and monitoring panel mounted on the generator set.
Mounting method shall isolate the control panel from generator-set vibration.
C. Supporting Items: Include sensors, transducers, terminals, relays, and other devices and include
wiring required to support specified items. Locate sensors and other supporting items on engine
or generator, unless otherwise indicated.
D. To satisfy the three principle purposes of the EPMS, it is imperative that the proper devices and
specific measurements and statuses on those devices are monitored. This is coordinated through
the EPMS portion of Electrical Design drawings showing the devices to be monitored, which
must be referenced with the latest released Controls Points List, which is updated on a
quarterly basis.
E. Generator provide electrical power redundancy to the data center and are critical to ensure
continuous supply of power to racks in the event of an extended utility outage. Generator
controller integration is required to provide generator run state, fuel tank conditions, and any
alarm conditions, which impede the generators ability to provide power. In addition to
Generators, Fuel Oil Systems provide extended fuel backup reserves to generators. EPMS
monitoring of these systems includes valve positions, controller HOA status, fuel levels, and
leak status.
1. Generator supplier shall participate in a coordination meeting at project site to coordinate
all setpoints, device settings, time delays and other relevant programming with Controls
Engineer, GC, Electrical contractor, EPMS vendor and other equipment suppliers. The
purpose is to develop a fully coordinated electrical control and monitoring system for the
Owner. Final settings shall be documented in the O&M manuals.
2. All EPMS components must be assembled in Marshaling sections to allow safe working
conditions.
3. Generator supplier/ Generator Enclosure vendor to confirm connectivity across all
components before shipment to site.
CAT6 CAT6
To Electrical Room
EPMS Panel
Genset Controller
G. Hardware: The physical components located throughout the EPMS network must be built of
high quality components and function within the environmental constraints they will be
subjected to. All hardware components must be compliant with related governing standards
such as UL, CE, TIA/EIA, etc.
1. Protocol Gateway
a. Quantity 1 per Generator Enclosure
b. Modbus RTU to Modbus TCP converter
c. Allow Ethernet daisy chain.
d. Protocol – must support ModbusTCP with minimum of 5 ModbusTCP Masters
polling simultaneously.
e. UL, CE, CSA certified for use globally
f. DIN Rail Mounted
g. 24VDC Power Supply
h. Gateway to interface with Generator Controller RS485 connection
i. Moxa MGate MB3180 or Approved Amazon Equivalent
2. Remote I/O Modules
a. Quantity 1 per Generator Enclosure
b. UL, CE, CSA certified for use globally
c. Allow Ethernet daisy chain.
a. Generator vendor will be responsible for all labor, materials and equipment
necessary for the installation of a complete integrated system.
b. IP31.
c. UL, CE, CSA certified for use globally.
d. To be provided assembled within the Generator Enclosure.
e. Vendor to calculate heat load of the panel and make sure air inlets are installed
if required.
H. Control Power: The control power system shall be designed to eliminate the single point of
failure by using two source of control power derived externally and internally from the
generator control control panel.
1. 24VDC Power Supply
a. Quantity 2 per generator enclosure. One power supply has to be fed from a
UPS/Battery backed source and other source does not need to be fed from a
UPS/Battery backed source.
b. If leveraging internal generator enclosure battery bank as 24VDC source, no power
supply is needed for that specific source and it can be wired directly to the diode.
c. UL and IEC Certified.
d. Phoenix Contact P/N 2866776, 2938620 or Amazon approved equivalent.
2. Redundancy Module
a. Quantity 1 per gen enclosure.
b. UL and IEC Certified.
c. Phoenix Contact P/N 2907719 or Amazon approved equivalent.
J. Remote Alarm Annunciator: Comply with NFPA 99. An LED labeled with proper alarm
conditions shall identify each alarm event and a common audible signal shall sound for each
alarm condition. Silencing switch in face of panel shall silence signal without altering visual
indication. Connect so that after an alarm is silenced, clearing of initiating condition will
reactivate alarm until silencing switch is reset. Cabinet and faceplate are surface- or flush-
mounting type to suit mounting conditions indicated. Remote Alarm Annunciator to be mounted
in Main Switchboard.
K. Emergency-Stop Switch: Mounted to generator control panel. Push button shall be protected
from accidental operation.
A. Generator Circuit Breaker: Insulated-case, electronic-trip type; 100 percent rated; complying
with UL 489.
1. Circuit Breaker Rating:
a. 700W Unit: 1600A frame with 1250A sensor. (6,000 feet derating considered)
3. Tripping Characteristics: Adjustable long-time and short-time delay and instantaneous.
Adjustable ground fault protection.
4. Trip Settings: Selected to coordinate with generator thermal damage curve.
5. Shunt Trip: Connected to trip breaker when generator set is shut down by other protec-
tive devices.
6. Mounting: Adjacent to or integrated with control and monitoring panel.
7. Provision for main power feeder to exit/enter to the side or rear of the generator
enclo- sure.
8. Circuit breaker termination shall be provided with bus bar provision to terminate
two- hole long barrel compression lugs with NEMA hole spacing.
9. Normally closed clear covers over all pushbuttons.
10. Mechanical interlock to prevent closing breaker when lock-out tag-out.
B. Ground-Fault Protection:
1. Generator circuit breaker ground fault trip by integral trip unit. Integrate ground-fault
trip indication with other generator-set shutdown indications.
C. Generator Protector: Microprocessor-based unit shall continuously monitor current level in each
phase of generator output, integrate generator heating effect over time, and predict when
thermal damage of alternator will occur. When signaled by generator protector or other
generator-set protective devices, a shunt-trip device in the generator disconnect switch shall
open the switch to disconnect the generator from load circuits. Protector shall perform the
following functions:
1. Initiates a generator overload alarm when generator has operated at an overload
equiva- lent to 110 percent of full-rated load for 60 seconds. Indication for this alarm is
inte- grated with other generator-set malfunction alarms.
2. Under single or three-phase fault conditions, regulates generator to 300 percent of
rated full-load current for up to 10 seconds.
3. As overcurrent heating effect on the generator approaches the thermal damage point of
the unit, protector switches the excitation system off, opens the generator disconnect
de- vice, and shuts down the generator set.
4. Senses clearing of a fault by other overcurrent devices and controls recovery of
rated voltage to avoid overshoot.
D. Ground-Fault Indication: Comply with NFPA 70, "Emergency System" signals for ground-fault.
Integrate ground-fault alarm indication with other generator-set alarm indications.
B. Drive: Generator shaft shall be directly connected to engine shaft. Exciter shall be rotated
integrally with generator rotor.
D. Stator-Winding Leads: Brought out to terminal box to permit future reconnection for other
voltages if required.
E. Construction shall prevent mechanical, electrical, and thermal damage due to vibration, overspeed
up to 125 percent of rating, and heat during operation at 110 percent of rated capacity.
H. Voltage Regulator: Digital type, separate from exciter, providing performance as specified.
1. Adjusting control and monitoring panel shall provide plus or minus 5 percent
adjustment of output-voltage operating band.
I. Strip Heater: Thermostatically controlled unit arranged to maintain stator windings above dew
point.
J. Windings: Two-thirds pitch stator winding and fully linked amortisseur winding.
B. Engine Cooling Airflow through Enclosure: Maintain .5 inches of water column or less overall
static pressure drop throughout ventilation stream.
1. Fixed external, cooling-air inlet louvers. Stainless steel bird screen and rodent
protection shall be provided at inlet and outlet openings.
2. Automatic dampers of extruded aluminum construction shall be supplied at the air
intake. The dampers shall be spring open and 120 VAC power close.
3. Gravity backdraft dampers shall be supplied at the air discharge
C. Generator Auxiliary Power Panel: Provide 208/120 volt, three phase, four-wire panelboard sized
to adequately power all internal generator needs, typically 100 amps. Provide required 208V
and 120V circuits to power generator block heater, lighting, battery charger(s), receptacles and
other 120-volt loads as required by the specification and enclosure design. The panel and all
components that it powers to be factory pre-wired. The contractor shall bring 208-volt external
feed and connect at the generator auxiliary power panel. If a Generator Auxiliary Power Panel
cannot be provided, the contractor shall provide all dedicated 208V and 120V internal generator
support circuits from an external source.
D. Interior Lights with Switch: Factory-wired, LED vapor proof-type fixtures within housing;
arranged to illuminate controls and accessible interior. Minimum of one fixture shall be located
close to each entrance / exit and permanently illuminated to provide 45 foot-candles of
illumination. These fixtures shall be provided with 3-hour emergency battery backup. The
remainder of the luminaires shall be operated via switch at each entrance / exit. Light switch
shall be located just inside door and shall allow personnel to operate switch by reaching into the
enclosure without fully entering the generator enclosure. Switch shall be within 6” of door
threshold. Include light switch location on equipment submittals.
E. Convenience Outlets: Factory wired, GFCI. Arrange for external electrical connection.
2.9 GROUNDING
A. Solidly grounded wye system: Neutral-to-ground bond established at the generator terminal.
A. Restrained Spring Isolators: Freestanding, steel, open-spring isolators with seismic restraint.
1. Housing: Steel with resilient vertical-limit stops to prevent spring extension due to wind
loads or if weight is removed; factory-drilled baseplate bonded to 1/4-inch- (6-mm-)
thick, elastomeric isolator pad attached to baseplate underside; and adjustable
equipment mounting and leveling bolt that acts as blocking during installation.
2. Outside Spring Diameter: Not less than 80 percent of compressed height of the spring at
rated load.
3. Minimum Additional Travel: 50 percent of required deflection at rated load.
4. Lateral Stiffness: More than 80 percent of rated vertical stiffness.
5. Overload Capacity: Support 200 percent of rated load, fully compressed, without defor-
mation or failure.
2.12 FINISHES
A. Indoor and Outdoor Enclosures and Components: Manufacturer's standard white finish over
corrosion-resistant pretreatment and compatible primer.
A. Prototype Testing: Factory test engine-generator set using same engine model, constructed of
identical or equivalent components and equipped with identical or equivalent accessories.
1. Tests: Comply with NFPA 110, Level 1 Energy Converters and with IEEE 115.
B. Project-Specific Equipment Tests: Before shipment, factory test engine-generator set and other
system components and accessories manufactured specifically for this Project. Perform tests at
rated load and power factor. Include the following tests: Factory test shall be performed as a
complete unit as generator and enclosure.
1. Test components and accessories furnished with installed unit that are not identical
to those on tested prototype to demonstrate compatibility and reliability.
2. Full load run with inlet air temperature at limits as mentioned in spec 40 degC,
95%RH. All enclosure doors to be closed during testing.
3. Maximum power.
4. Voltage regulation.
5. Transient and steady-state governing.
6. Single-step load pickup.
7. Safety shutdown.
8. Provide 14 days' advance notice of tests and opportunity for observation of tests by
Own- er's representative.
9. Report factory test results within 10 days of completion of test and provide copy of
fac- tory test report with equipment delivery. Include in factory test report: pressure
drop across enclosure, coolant and oil temperatures in test data from #2 above.
A. Manufacturer to include allowance for FWT as follows: Equipment manufactured for Phase 1,
first of a kind equipment (Design Changes, Component Changes, Firmware Changes) and
whenever the owner deems necessary.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Examine areas, equipment bases, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with
requirements for installation and other conditions affecting packaged engine-generator
performance.
B. Examine roughing-in of piping systems and electrical connections. Verify actual locations of
connections before packaged engine-generator installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
C. Install packaged engine generator with restrained spring isolators having a minimum deflection
of 1 inch on 4-inch high concrete base. Secure sets to anchor bolts installed in concrete bases.
Concrete base construction is specified in Structural Drawings and Specifications.
D. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but not
specified to be factory mounted.
B. Ground equipment according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical
Systems."
A. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain packaged engine generators. Provide a minimum of 4 hours onsite
training per building, to be coordinated by Operations.
A. The Vendor shall submit for approval to the Owner (6) sets of installation, operating, and
maintenance instructions in bound form no later than (10) business days after the equipment has
been shipped to the site.
B. Each installation, operation, and maintenance instruction manual shall include, but not limited
to, the following items:
1. Power and control wiring diagrams, including any modifications made to the
diagrams during factory testing. Diagrams shall include terminal markings and
connections in point-to-point format.
2. All approved shop drawing information.
3. Typical sectional views and mounting details.
4. List of all pre-alarm and alarm shutdown protective devices.
5. Complete parts list. List of tools and replacement items recommended being stored
at Project for ready access. Include part and drawing numbers, current unit prices,
and source of supply.
6. Preventive maintenance schedule with detailed instructions.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Distribution panelboards.
2. Lighting and appliance branch-circuit panelboards.
B. Items indicated in RED are site specific. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to verify
requirements and compliance based on geography or special AHJ requirements.
A. Product Data: For each type of panelboard, switching and overcurrent protective device,
transient voltage suppression device, accessory, and component indicated. Include dimensions
and manufacturers' technical data on features, performance, electrical characteristics, ratings,
and finishes.
1. Include dimensioned plans, elevations, sections, and details. Show tabulations of installed
devices, equipment features, and ratings.
2. Detail enclosure types and details for types other than NEMA 250, Type 1.
3. Detail bus configuration, current, and voltage ratings.
4. Short-circuit current rating of panelboards and overcurrent protective devices.
5. Detail features, characteristics, ratings, and factory settings of individual overcurrent
protective devices and auxiliary components.
6. Include wiring diagrams for power, signal, and control wiring.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For panelboards and components to include in emergency,
operation, and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 01 Section
"Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:
1. Manufacturer's written instructions for testing and adjusting overcurrent protective devices.
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
A. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
Un. Remove loose packing and flammable materials from inside panelboards; install temporary
electric heating (250 W per panelboard) to prevent condensation.
1. Do not deliver or install panelboards until spaces are enclosed and weathertight, wet work
in spaces is complete and dry, work above panelboards is complete, and temporary
HVAC system is operating and maintaining ambient temperature and humidity conditions
at occupancy levels during the remainder of the construction period.
2. Rate equipment for continuous operation under the following conditions unless otherwise
indicated:
3. Ambient Temperature: Not exceeding 23 deg F to plus 104 deg F.
4. Altitude: Not exceeding 6600 feet. QRO project located at an altitude of 6000 feet
C. Interruption of Existing Electric Service: Do not interrupt electric service to facilities occupied
by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after
arranging to provide temporary electric service according to requirements indicated:
1. Notify Construction Manager and Owner no fewer than two days in advance of proposed
interruption of electric service.
2. Do not proceed with interruption of electric service without Construction Manager's and
Owner's written permission.
3. Comply with NFPA 70E.
1.10 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate layout and installation of panelboards and components with other construction that
penetrates walls or is supported by them, including electrical and other types of equipment,
raceways, piping, encumbrances to workspace clearance requirements, and adjacent surfaces.
Maintain required workspace clearances and required clearances for equipment access doors
and panels.
B. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided. Cast anchor-
bolt inserts into bases. Concrete, reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified in
Division 03.
1.11 WARRANTY
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Fabricate and test panelboards according to IEEE 344 to withstand seismic forces defined in
Division 26 Section "Vibration and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."
2. Front: Secured to box with concealed trim clamps. For surface-mounted fronts, match
box dimensions; for flush-mounted fronts, overlap box.
3. Hinged Front Cover: Entire front trim hinged to box and with standard door within
hinged trim cover.
4. Skirt for Surface-Mounted Panelboards: Same gage and finish as panelboard front with
flanges for attachment to panelboard, wall, and ceiling or floor.
5. Gutter Extension and Barrier: Same gage and finish as panelboard enclosure; integral
with enclosure body. Arrange to isolate individual panel sections.
6. Finishes:
a. Panels and Trim: galvanized steel, factory finished immediately after cleaning and
pretreating with manufacturer's standard two-coat, baked-on finish consisting of
prime coat and thermosetting topcoat.
b. Back Boxes: Same finish as panels and trim.
E. Conductor Connectors: Suitable for use with conductor material and sizes.
4. Feed-Through Lugs: Compression type, suitable for use with conductor material. Locate
at opposite end of bus from incoming lugs or main device.
F. Future Devices: Mounting brackets, bus connections, filler plates, and necessary appurtenances
required for future installation of devices.
C. Doors: Secured with vault-type latch with tumbler lock; keyed alike.
1. For doors more than 36 inches high, provide two latches, keyed alike.
E. Branch Overcurrent Protective Devices for Circuit-Breaker Frame Sizes 125 A and Smaller:
Bolt-on circuit breakers.
F. Branch Overcurrent Protective Devices for Circuit-Breaker Frame Sizes Larger Than 125 A:
Bolt-on circuit breakers; plug-in circuit breakers where individual positive-locking device
requires mechanical release for removal.
D. Branch Overcurrent Protective Devices: Bolt-on circuit breakers, replaceable without disturbing
adjacent units.
E. Doors: Concealed hinges; secured with flush latch with tumbler lock; keyed alike.
B. Molded-Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB): Comply with UL 489, with interrupting capacity to
meet available fault currents.
h. Alarm Switch: Single-pole, normally open contact that actuates only when circuit
breaker trips.
i. Multipole units enclosed in a single housing or factory assembled to operate as a
single unit.
j. Handle Padlocking Device: Fixed attachment, for locking circuit-breaker handle in
on or off position.
k. Handle Clamp: Loose attachment, for holding circuit-breaker handle in on position.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
B. Examine panelboards before installation. Reject panelboards that are damaged or rusted or have
been subjected to water saturation.
C. Examine elements and surfaces to receive panelboards for compliance with installation
tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.
D. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
B. Comply with mounting and anchoring requirements specified in Division 26 Section "Vibration
and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."
C. Mount top of trim 90 inches above finished floor unless otherwise indicated.
D. Mount panelboard cabinet plumb and rigid without distortion of box. Mount recessed
panelboards with fronts uniformly flush with wall finish and mating with back box.
E. Install overcurrent protective devices and controllers not already factory installed.
3.3 IDENTIFICATION
B. Create a directory to indicate installed circuit loads after balancing panelboard loads;
incorporate Owner's final room designations. Obtain approval before installing. Use a computer
or typewriter to create directory; handwritten directories are not acceptable.
C. Panelboard Nameplates: Label each panelboard with a nameplate complying with requirements
for identification specified in Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical Systems."
D. Device Nameplates: Label each branch circuit device in distribution panelboards with a
nameplate complying with requirements for identification specified in Division 26 Section
"Identification for Electrical Systems."
Un. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and inspections in
accordance with specification section 019113 requirements.
3.5 ADJUSTING
Un. Adjust moving parts and operable component to function smoothly, and lubricate as
recommended by manufacturer.
3.6 PROTECTION
Un. Temporary Heating: Apply temporary heat to maintain temperature according to manufacturer's
written instructions.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
1. Feeder-bus assemblies.
2. Plug-in bus assemblies.
3. Bus plug-in devices.
B. Items indicated in RED are site specific. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to verify
requirements and compliance based on geography or special AHJ requirements.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment from
prior phase(s) where applicable.
D. Provide production test reports for Type tests and Routine tests required by UL 857 standard.
E. Shop Drawings: For each type of bus assembly and plug-in device.
1. Show fabrication and installation details for enclosed bus assemblies. Include plans,
elevations, and sections of components. Designate components and accessories, including
clamps, brackets, hanger rods, connectors, straight lengths, and fittings.
2. Show fittings, materials, fabrication, and installation methods for listed fire-stop barriers.
3. Indicate required clearances, method of field assembly, and location and size of each
field connection.
4. Detail connections to switchgear, switchboards, transformers, and panelboards.
5. Wiring Diagrams: Power wiring.
6. Seismic-Restraint Details: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer.
B. Coordination Drawings: Floor plans and sections, drawn to scale. Include scaled bus-assembly
layouts and relationships between components and adjacent structural, mechanical, and
electrical elements. Show the following:
C. Location of adjacent construction elements including light fixtures, HVAC and plumbing
equipment, fire sprinklers and piping, signal and control devices, and other equipment.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation
of any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and
the unit will be fully operational after the seismic event."
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
Un.
Un. Deliver, store, and handle enclosed bus assemblies according to NEMA BU 1.1, "General
Instructions for Proper Handling, Installation, Operation and Maintenance of Busway Rated 600
Volts or Less."
Un. Derate enclosed bus assemblies for continuous operation at indicated ampere ratings for ambient
temperature not exceeding 122 deg F.
1.8 COORDINATION
Un. Coordinate layout and installation of enclosed bus assemblies and suspension system with other
construction that penetrates ceilings or floors or is supported by them, including light fixtures,
HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and partition assemblies.
1.9 WARRANTY
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Support bus assemblies independent of supports for other elements such as equipment
enclosures at connections to panelboards and switchboards, pipes, conduits, ceilings, and ducts.
1. Design each fastener and support to carry load indicated by seismic requirements and to
comply with seismic-restraint details according to Division 26 Section "Vibration and
Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."
2. Design each fastener and support to carry 200 lb or 4 times the weight of bus assembly,
whichever is greater.
3. Support bus assembly to prevent twisting from eccentric loading.
4. Support bus assembly with not less than 3/8-inch steel rods. Install side bracing to
prevent swaying or movement of bus assembly. Modify supports after completion to
eliminate strains and stresses on bus bars and housings.
5. Fasten supports securely to building structure according to Division 26 Section "Hangers
and Supports for Electrical Systems."
B. Install expansion fittings at locations where bus assemblies cross building expansion joints.
Install at other locations so distance between expansion fittings does not exceed manufacturer's
recommended distance between fittings.
C. Construct rated fire-stop assemblies where bus assemblies penetrate fire-rated elements such as
walls, floors, and ceilings. Seal around penetrations according to Division 07 Section
"Penetration Firestopping."
D. Install a concrete curb at least 4 inches high around bus-assembly floor penetrations.
F. Tighten bus-assembly joints with torque wrench or similar tool recommended by bus-assembly
manufacturer. Tighten joints again after bus assemblies have been energized for 30 days.
G. Install bus-assembly, plug-in units. Support connecting conduit independent of plug-in unit.
3.2 CONNECTIONS
A. Ground equipment according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical
Systems."
B. During installation, a project engineer from the Busway Manufacturer must be available within
predefined times by the client to attend site on a number of occasions to assist the installing
contractor with measurement and design of missing links/site measures. These missing
links/site measures should be delivered in 7 – 8 working days from site visit.
C. Following the installation of the Busway, the Busway manufacturer must make available within
predefined times by the client a qualified Field Service Engineer, to assist, verify the installation
and test the installed Busway system for the complete duration of Level 4 and Level 5
commissioning (approximately 2 weeks). Following successful testing, the Busway
Manufacturer must issue a test certificate for the installed system.
3.4 ADJUSTING
3.5 CLEANING
A. Vacuum dirt and debris; do not use compressed air to assist in cleaning.
3.6 PROTECTION
A. Provide final protection to ensure that moisture does not enter bus assembly.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Twist-locking receptacles.
2. Weather-resistant receptacles.
3. Snap switches and wall-box dimmers.
4. Wall-switch
5. Pendant cord-connector devices.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
Un. Wiring Devices, Components, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a
qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
a. Cooper; VGF20.
b. Hubbell; GFR5352L.
c. Pass & Seymour; 2095.
d. Leviton; 7590.
a. Cooper; CWL520R.
b. Hubbell; HBL2310.
a. Leviton; 2310.
b. Pass & Seymour; L520-R.
A. Description:
B. Switches, 120/277 V, 20 A:
a. Single Pole:
1) Cooper; AH1221.
2) Hubbell; HBL1221.
3) Leviton; 1221-2.
4) Pass & Seymour; CSB20AC1.
b. Two Pole:
1) Cooper; AH1222.
2) Hubbell; HBL1222.
3) Leviton; 1222-2.
4) Pass & Seymour; CSB20AC2.
c. Three Way:
1) Cooper; AH1223.
2) Hubbell; HBL1223.
3) Leviton; 1223-2.
4) Pass & Seymour; CSB20AC3.
d. Four Way:
1) Cooper; AH1224.
2) Hubbell; HBL1224.
3) Leviton; 1224-2.
4) Pass & Seymour; CSB20AC4.
a. Cooper; 1995.
b. Hubbell; HBL1557.
c. Leviton; 1257.
d. Pass & Seymour; 1251.
A. Dimmer Switches: Modular, full-wave, solid-state units with integral, quiet on-off switches,
with audible frequency and EMI/RFI suppression filters.
B. Control: Continuously adjustable slider; with single-pole or three-way switching. Comply with
UL 1472.
B. Wet-Location, Weatherproof Cover Plates: NEMA 250, complying with Type 3R, weather-
resistant, die-cast aluminum with lockable cover.
A. Type: Modular, flush-type, dual-service units suitable for wiring method used.
B. Compartments: Barrier separates power from voice and data communication cabling.
D. Power Receptacle: NEMA WD 6 Configuration 5-20R, gray finish, unless otherwise indicated.
E. Voice and Data Communication Outlet: Two modular, keyed, color-coded, RJ-45 jacks for UTP
cable.
2.11 FINISHES
A. Device Color:
1. Wiring Devices Connected to Normal Power System: White unless otherwise indicated
or required by NFPA 70 or device listing.
2. Wiring Devices Connected to Emergency Power System: Red
3. Wiring Devices Connected to UPS: Blue
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Comply with NECA 1, including mounting heights listed in that standard, unless otherwise
indicated.
1. Protect installed devices and their boxes. Do not place wall finish materials over device
boxes and do not cut holes for boxes with routers that are guided by riding against outside
of boxes.
2. Keep outlet boxes free of plaster, drywall joint compound, mortar, cement, concrete,
dust, paint, and other material that may contaminate the raceway system, conductors, and
cables.
3. Install device boxes in brick or block walls so that the cover plate does not cross a joint
unless the joint is troweled flush with the face of the wall.
4. Install wiring devices after all wall preparation, including painting, is complete.
C. Conductors:
1. Do not strip insulation from conductors until right before they are spliced or terminated
on devices.
2. Strip insulation evenly around the conductor using tools designed for the purpose. Avoid
scoring or nicking of solid wire or cutting strands from stranded wire.
3. The length of free conductors at outlets for devices shall meet provisions of NFPA 70,
Article 300, without pigtails.
4. Existing Conductors:
D. Device Installation:
1. Replace devices that have been in temporary use during construction and that were
installed before building finishing operations were complete.
2. Keep each wiring device in its package or otherwise protected until it is time to connect
conductors.
3. Do not remove surface protection, such as plastic film and smudge covers, until the last
possible moment.
4. Connect devices to branch circuits using pigtails that are not less than 6 inches (152 mm)
in length.
5. When there is a choice, use side wiring with binding-head screw terminals. Wrap solid
conductor tightly clockwise, two-thirds to three-fourths of the way around terminal
screw.
6. Use a torque screwdriver when a torque is recommended or required by manufacturer.
7. When conductors larger than No. 12 AWG are installed on 15- or 20-A circuits, splice
No. 12 AWG pigtails for device connections.
8. Tighten unused terminal screws on the device.
9. When mounting into metal boxes, remove the fiber or plastic washers used to hold
device- mounting screws in yokes, allowing metal-to-metal contact.
E. Receptacle Orientation:
1. Install ground pin of vertically mounted receptacles down, and on horizontally mounted
receptacles to the right.
F. Device Plates: Do not use oversized or extra-deep plates. Repair wall finishes and remount
outlet boxes when standard device plates do not fit flush or do not cover rough wall opening.
G. Dimmers:
H. Arrangement of Devices: Unless otherwise indicated, mount flush, with long dimension
vertical. Group adjacent switches under single, multigang wall plates.
I. Adjust locations of floor service outlets and service poles to suit arrangement of partitions and
furnishings.
3.3 IDENTIFICATION
B. Identify each receptacle with panelboard identification and circuit number. Use hot, stamped, or
engraved machine printing with black filled lettering on face of plate, and durable wire markers
or tags inside outlet boxes.
C. Wiring device will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions apply to this Section.
C. Items in RED are options/requirements for certain jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of the
design team to confirm specific requirements prior to generator purchase.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Generator Ratings:
B. This Section includes packaged engine-generator sets for standby power supply with the
following features:
1. Diesel engine.
2. Unit-mounted cooling system.
3. Unit-mounted control and monitoring.
4. Outdoor weather and sound attenuated enclosure.
5. Generator disconnect circuit breakers.
6. Base mounted fuel storage tank.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Standby Rating: Power output rating equal to the power the generator set delivers continuously
under normally varying load factors for the duration of a power outage.
B. Prime Rating: Power output available with varying load for an unlimited time in accordance
with ISO 8528. 10% overload power in accordance with ISO 3064/1.
C. Operational Bandwidth: The total variation from the lowest to highest value of a parameter over
the range of conditions indicated, expressed as a percentage of the nominal value of the
parameter.
D. Power Output Rating: Gross electrical power output of diesel engine generator set minus total
power supplied to cooling fans, pumps and other accessories.
E. Steady State Voltage Modulation: The uniform cyclical variation of voltage within the
operational bandwidth expressed in Hertz.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment from
prior phase(s) where applicable.
D. Product Data: For each type of packaged engine generator indicated. Include rated capacities,
operating characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories. In addition, include the
following:
E. Engine Exhaust Emission Documentation (SFO & IAD Clusters): Supplier shall provide all
documentation necessary to secure operating permits from the Local Air Quality Management
District for the engines furnished for the project. Documentation shall be furnished within 7
calendar days of notice of award of the order. Documentation to be submitted to Local Air
Quality Management District by Owner.
F. Shop Drawings: Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required
clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field
connection.
1. Dimensioned outline plan and elevation drawings of engine-generator set and other
components specified.
2. Design Calculations: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer. Calculate
requirements for selecting vibration isolators and seismic restraints and for designing
vibration isolation bases.
3. Vibration Isolation Base Details: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer.
Detail fabrication, including anchorages and attachments to structure and to supported
equipment. Include base weights.
A. Manufacturer Seismic Qualification Certification: Submit certification that fuel tank, engine-
generator set, batteries, battery racks, accessories, and components will withstand seismic forces
according to importance factor of 1.0 and defined in Structural Drawings and Specifications.
Include the following:
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation
of any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
4. Provide project-specific anchor-bolt selection calculations according to latest IBC
standards that are stamped and certified by registered Professional Engineer in the state
project resides in.
5. According to the seismic study provided by AECOM in the QRO project areas, the
seismic zone for the three sites is SEISMIC ZONE B, and the IMPORTANCE FACTOR
is 1.50 for the equipment anchor points
E. Product Test Reports: Indicate test results compared with specified performance requirements
and provide justification and resolution of differences if values do not agree.
F. Field quality-control reports and startup reports: Startup reports to record approved firmware
version installed.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit installation, operating and maintenance instructions.
Include the following:
1. List of tools and replacement items recommended to be stored at Project for ready access.
Include part and drawing numbers, current unit prices, and source of supply.
A. Installer Qualifications: Installation by contractor who is trained and approved for installation of
units required for this Project.
C. Source Limitations: Obtain packaged generator sets and auxiliary components through one
source from a single supplier.
G. Comply with NFPA 110 requirements for Level 1 emergency power supply system.
J. Engine Exhaust Emissions: Comply with applicable state and local government requirements
defined in this specification or established by the design team. Engine shall comply with EPA
Requirements at time of order.
K. Noise Emission: Comply with applicable state and local government requirements defined in
this specification or established by the design team for maximum noise level at adjacent
property boundaries due to sound emitted by generator set including engine, engine exhaust,
engine cooling-air intake and discharge, and other components of installation. QRO acoustic
study indicates that the system must be 70dBA at 23 feet (7 meters). Local code: NOM 081
1. Ambient Temperature: Published ASHRAE 20-year extreme dry bulb temperature range
plus estimated peak heat gain from generator heat ingestion.
2. Relative Humidity: 0 to 95 percent.
3. Altitude: Sea level to 6000 feet(1900 meters).
1.9 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases for package engine generators. Drilled anchors
should be used. Concrete, reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified in Division
03.
1.10 WARRANTY
A. As specified in
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
Un. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
D. Generator-Set Performance:
1. Generator set shall be rated for 100% power output of its standby rating with an 80%
permissible average power output over 24hr of operation.
2. Steady-State Voltage Operational Bandwidth: 3 percent of rated output voltage from no
load to full load.
3. Transient Voltage Performance: Not more than 20 percent variation for 50 percent step-
load increase or decrease. Voltage shall recover and remain within the steady-state
operating band within three seconds.
4. Steady-State Frequency Operational Bandwidth: 0.5 percent of rated frequency from no
load to full load.
5. Steady-State Frequency Stability: When system is operating at any constant load within
the rated load, there shall be no random speed variations outside the steady-state
operational band and no hunting or surging of speed.
6. Transient Frequency Performance: Less than 5 percent variation for 50 percent step-load
increase or decrease. Frequency shall recover and remain within the steady-state
operating band within five seconds.
7. Output Waveform: At no load, harmonic content measured line to line or line to neutral
shall not exceed 5 percent total and 3 percent for single harmonics. Telephone influence
factor, determined according to NEMA MG 1, shall not exceed 50 percent.
8. Sustained Short-Circuit Current: For a 3-phase, bolted short circuit at system output
terminals, system shall supply a minimum of 250 percent of rated full-load current for not
less than 10 seconds and then clear the fault automatically, without damage to generator
system components.
9. Start Time: Comply with NFPA 110, Type 10, system requirements.
2.3 ENGINE
1. Provide a full flow, filtration lubrication system with bypass to allow lubrication to
continue during high filter restriction. An alarm will be generated when in bypass.
2. Filter and Strainer: Rated to remove 90 percent of particles 5 micrometers and smaller
while passing full flow.
3. Thermostatic Control Valve: Control flow in system to maintain optimum oil
temperature. Unit shall be capable of full flow and is designed to be fail-safe.
4. Crankcase Drain: Arranged for complete gravity drainage to an easily removable
container with no disassembly and without use of pumps, siphons, special tools, or
appliances.
5. Crankcase emission control device as required by Local Air Pollution Control District.
1. Main Fuel Pump: Mounted on engine. Pump ensures adequate primary fuel flow under
starting and load conditions.
2. Relief-Bypass Valve: Automatically regulates pressure in fuel line and returns excess fuel
to source.
3. Fuel Filtering: Remove water and contaminants larger than 2 microns.
4. Primary Fuel Filter: Fuel water separators.
F. Coolant Jacket Heater: Electric-immersion type with integral circulating pump, factory installed
in coolant jacket system. Comply with NFPA 110 requirements for Level 1 equipment for
heater capacity. Provide isolation valves to allow for servicing without draining cooling system.
H. Cooling System: Closed loop, liquid cooled, with radiator factory mounted on engine-generator-
set mounting frame and integral engine-driven coolant pump.
c. End Fittings: Flanges or steel pipe nipples with clamps to suit piping and equip-
ment connections.
I. Muffler/Silencer: Critical type (incorporated into Diesel Particulate Filter when applicable)
sized as recommended by engine manufacturer and selected with exhaust piping system to not
exceed engine manufacturer's engine backpressure requirements.
1. Exhaust muffler performance shall match the overall sound performance specified in
enclosure section.
2. If vertically-oriented exhaust piping is used, a heavy duty hinged counter-weighted rain
cap at discharge point is to be provided.
1. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) shall use active regeneration technology that utilizes a
porous sintered metal filter media that is both particulate filter and electrical heater.
2. Unit shall meet CARB Level 3+ to achieve a minimum 85% PM reduction.
3. A triple independent microprocessor-based system measures back pressure and applies
electrical current to heat the media and burn off accumulated soot. Controller shall
indicate abnormal operation and shall annunciate alarms to the generator controller.
4. Regeneration shall be automatic and shall keep the filter cartridges functioning at low
back pressure and peak efficiency.
5. DPF shall incorporate an integrated diesel oxidation catalyst to reduce the soluble organic
fraction, gaseous hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide.
6. The active regeneration system shall regenerate the DPF independently of the exhaust
temperature.
7. DPF shall incorporate a Critical Grade Silencer with 35-42 dBA attenuation.
8. DPF shall be Rypos Series HDPF/C Flat Pack Module or equal.
9. Housing shall be constructed of carbon steel with high temperature zinc base primer and
painted to match generator housing.
10. Comply with NOM-043-SEMARNAT-1993 and NOM-ECOL-043
K. Air-Intake Filter: Heavy-duty, engine-mounted air cleaner with replaceable dry-filter element
and "blocked filter" indicator.
1. Components: Sized so they will not be damaged during a full engine-cranking cycle with
ambient temperature at maximum specified in Part 1 "Project Conditions" Article.
2. Cranking Motor: Heavy-duty unit that automatically engages and releases from engine
flywheel without binding.
3. Cranking Cycle: As required by NFPA 110 for system level specified.
4. Battery: Adequate capacity within ambient temperature range specified in Part 1 "Project
Conditions" Article to provide specified cranking cycle at least three times without
recharging.
5. Battery Cable: Size as recommended by engine manufacturer for cable length indicated.
Include required interconnecting conductors and connection accessories.
6. Battery Compartment: Factory fabricated of metal with acid-resistant finish and thermal
insulation. Thermostatically controlled heater shall be arranged to maintain battery above
10 deg C regardless of external ambient temperature within range specified in Part 1
"Project Conditions" Article. Include accessories required to support and fasten batteries
in place.
7. Battery-Charging Alternator: Factory mounted on engine with solid-state voltage
regulation and 35-A minimum continuous rating.
8. Battery Charger: Current-limiting, automatic-equalizing and float-charging type. Unit
shall comply with UL 1236 and include the following features:
B. Base-Mounted Fuel Oil Tank: Factory installed, and piped fuel oil tank shall be UL 142 rated
(SFO sites require UL2085 rating). Features include the following:
1. Tank Capacity:
a. QRO, PDX, SFO, CMH and IAD Clusters: 5000 gallons, with usable capacity
at least 85% of actual (Minimum useable fuel capacity for Run Time of 24
hours at full load).
2. Containment: Integrally bunded rupture basin with a capacity of 110 percent of nominal
capacity of fuel tank.
3. Leak Detector: Locate in rupture basin and connect to provide audible and visual alarm in
the event of day-tank leak.
4. Low-Level Alarm Sensor: Liquid-level device operates alarm contacts at 25 percent of
normal fuel level.
5. High-Level Alarm Sensor: Liquid-level device operates alarm and redundant fuel shutoff
contacts at midpoint between overflow level and 100 percent of normal fuel level.
6. Continuous Float Level Sensor: Liquid-level device provides analogue fuel monitoring of
belly tank. Readings shall be available via Modbus through Generator Controller.
a. Vandal resistant manual fill with 7-1/2 gallon spill containment with overfill
prevention valve at 90%.
b. Primary and emergency tank vent extended to at least 12’ above grade.
c. Primary and emergency containment vent extended to at least 12’ above grade.
d. Four (4) 2” spare NPTF fittings plus one (1) spare 4” NPTF fiitting in tank.
e. Two (2) 2” spare NPT couplings in containment.
f. Drain ports for the tank and containment tank.
Connection Notes
Engine Supply Via foot valve, 50mm (2”) from tank base. Sized by supplier to meet engine
requirements.
Engine Return Return to be separated from supply location to avoid fuel hot-spots
Polisher Supply Via foot valve at lowest point of the tank. Installation of polishing skid con-
nection points and internal sparge pipes of sufficient bore and layout to
allow
for even polishing of the entire contents of the tank.
Polisher Return Return to opposite side from polisher supply
Fill Point 40mmØ (1 ½”) fill c/w motorised fill valve controlled by fuel fill panel. Tank
fill via shared overfill prevention valve.
Manual Fill Point 50mmØ (2”) via shared overfill prevention valve.
Tank Drain Spare 80mmØ (3”) connection to be provided at each end of the tank to
allow the tank to be pumped out.
Bund Drain 25mmØ (1”) drain port from the tank bund section.
Access Manway 600mmØ (24”) manway access to bund and tank c/w full nitrile/cork gasket
seal suitable for a diesel application (min. 3mm (0.1”) thick) Top access on
tank only above full level
Level Sensor Screwed connection for a multi-level sensor.
Tank Vent Vent to be provided to meet tank design requirements and provided with a
desiccant breather to avoid water vapour entering the tank.
Spare Connections 2 no. 50mmØ (2”) spare connections.
Heater Connections 2 no. DN 150 (6”) flanged connections, blanked on tank top
3. Marking: Each tank shall have a plate bearing the following information:
a. the number and date of this design standard (i.e., BS 799-5:2010);
b. type of tank (e.g., Type J)
c. capacity (in litres);
d. date of manufacture.
e. manufacturer's name or trademark.
f. manufacturer's reference number.
g. design pressure.
h. test pressure and date of testing.
4. Bracing
a. Tank design shall use the tank structure to provide adequate support to the internal
tank. No internal bracing within the tank volume shall be permitted.
b. There shall be no internal obstructions which would impede safe confined space
entry.
c. There shall be a minimum, clear internal height of 900mm (36”). Internal volume
of the tank to be unobstructed. Tank support to be provided by the structural steel
frame around the tank.
5. Support
a. The tank shall be supported at the edges on columns with support plates to spread
the load to the foundation pad. These shall be sufficient in number to adequately
support all loads and not overload the foundation pad. Supports to be fully
shimmed to ensure equal loading at all points. Transverse supports may span the
tank underneath but shall be clear of the support pad by 100 mm (4”).
6. Design Codes- Structural, Environmental
a. The function of the belly tank/support frame is twofold:
1) A load bearing structure to support and restrain the generator enclosure and
fuel storage tank .
2) Act as a double containment diesel storage tank with 110% bund capacity.
b. Structural steel design shall be in accordance with relevant Eurocodes for loading
and structural design.
c. Tank design shall be certified to BS 799-5:2010 in Europe and be compliant with
any local codes or jurisdictional requirements for the storage of diesel in above
ground tanks, outside of Europe tanks shall comply with UL142 and include local
jurisdictional requirements.
d. In all cases tanks shall be 110% bunded and internally lined with a suitable coating
for continuous immersion diesel and biofuel blends. See section on tank coatings
below.
e. The tank vent from bund with desiccant breather shall be no more than 0.5m above
brim-full level. Tank Design Pressure shall be equivalent to head of water (S.G.1)
0.5m above the roof of the tank.
f. In jurisdictions where 3rd Party Certification is required for fuel storage tanks, this
will be a responsibility of the tank manufacturer to deliver.
g. Minimum sheet steel thickness of 4mm (0.15”) is required.
7. Tank Testing
a. Testing requirements shall be per the tank design code. Belly tank to be factory
tested AND site tested to ensure there has been no damage to the belly tank during
transit. All belly tank welds to be subject to a magnetic Dye Penetrant Inspection
test (DPI), this test shall be used to detect any discontinuities such as cracks from
fatigue, quenching, and grinding, as well as fractures, porosity, incomplete fusion,
and flaws in joints. This test shall be completed prior to painting. In conjunction
with the design code the purchaser’s requirements shall be:
1) No painting shall take place on any weld until all inspection and testing is
complete. All slag and scale will be removed from welds prior to testing.
2) Prior to the pressure test a leak test will be performed on each inner tank.
The tank will be pressurized with air and a soap bubble test applied to all
welds. The inner pressure will remain constant for 30 minutes after 20
minutes of settling time.
3) The outer bund shall be tested with a bubble test after 20 minutes settle time.
The inner tank shall be fitted with a gauge to ensure no back pressure leaks
to inner tank from bund.
4) Pressure testing of tanks shall be witnessed and verified by a representative
of the purchaser.
5) Consider inspection of the leak and bubble testing. Vendors shall submit
testing procedures for review at bid stage.
8. Fuel Supply
a. A 40mmØ (1 ½”) connection shall be provided complete with a motorized fill
valve to allow the tank be topped up automatically via the site top-up fuel supply
system. The generator enclosure shall also have a secondary fill connection on the
side of the generator to allow for the emergency filling of the generator in the
event that the fuel fill system becomes unavailable. A fuel fill cabinet shall be
provided on the exterior of the generator enclosure housing a 50mmØ (2”) valved
and capped fuel fill connection. Engine supply and return connections to/from the
belly tank shall be
suitably separated within the belly tank to avoid any hot spots due to recirculation
of fuel from the engine.
b. In addition to the standard fuel filters provided by the engine manufacturer, there
shall also be installed a primary fuel filter/water separator in the fuel inlet line to
the engine, this shall be a Racor 3 headed hot swappable fuel filter Model No:
791000 FHV.
c. All fuel piping shall be black iron or flexible fuel hose rated for this service. No
galvanized piping will be permitted. Flexible fuel lines shall be minimally rated for
150°C F and 8 bar.
d. A fire detection system shall be provided within the generator enclosure complete
with dead weight valves to shut off the fuel supply to the engine in the event of a
fire within the enclosure.
as part of the vendor bid submittal. A 1” sampling port shall be provided off the
fuel polisher pipework to allow for sampling of the belly tank fuel.
12. Internal Slope, drain points
a. Provide slope required to provide a useful fall within the tank. 3" spare connection
to pump out located at lowest point next to polisher suction. The slope inside the
tank will be at least 2 degrees.
13. Inspection and access requirements
a. Manlid minimum 600 mm (24”) diameter internally through the floor of the
generator to avoid any water entering the tank while the manhole is open. Full ring
gasket. Compressible material suitable with diesel - Cork/nitrile. Minimum 3mm
(0.1”) gasket.
14. Leak Detection
a. Both the belly tank bund and the generator enclosure shall be monitored by leak
detection sensors. In the event that a leak is detected, an alarm shall be raised via
the EPMS and a beacon on the exterior of the generator enclosure shall be
activated. The leak detection shall be located to report a leak within 5 mm (0.2”) of
the lowest level of the containment.
b. A removable 25mm (2”) plug shall be located at 1/3 and 2/3 length of the tank on
the roof. This will be accessible via removable panel in the generator enclosure
floor.
15. Level Sensors, switches for control, sensors for display
a. Tank to be fitted with OLE T5020 Gauge or equivalent. Gauge display to provide
fuel level at the temporary connection point and an output to the BMS.
b. Gauge functions:
1) Accuracy 0.25% or better
2) Alarm Test Function
3) Level display in litres and percentage bar graph
4) Product temperature in Degrees Celsius
5) 4-20 mA output from hydrostatic probe
6) Modbus RS485 Output to BMS
7) Bund Leak alarm from float switch NC Contact
8) Relay output for level triggers (4 no)
9) Multi level reed switch sensor with individual outputs to control the fill valve.
10) HiHi, Hi, Lo, LoLo
c. Fill level control by the generator vendor with BMS outputs. See T5020 with
master/slave - Mark to send spec.
d. AWS to provide control strategy and required points. Common alarm to the BMS
with beacon on the container.
16. Fill Control Strategy.
a. The belly tank shall be supplied with a fuel control panel within the generator
enclosure. The fuel level shall be controlled by means of a multi-level sensor (OLE
T4000-GXXX or equivalent) providing the following outputs:
1) Low Level sensor in Belly tank, valve opens.
2) High level sensor, close valve
3) High-high, alarm and send close signal to valve.
4) Low-Low, alarm and send open signal to valve.
A. Automatic Starting System Sequence of Operation: When mode-selector switch on the control
and monitoring panel is in the automatic position, remote-control contacts in one or more
separate automatic transfer switches initiate starting and stopping of generator set. When mode-
selector switch is switched to the on position, generator set starts. The off position of same
switch initiates generator-set shutdown. When generator set is running, specified system or
equipment failures or derangements automatically shut down generator set and initiate alarms.
Operation of a remote emergency-stop switch also shuts down generator set.
B. Configuration: Operating and safety indications, protective devices, basic system controls, and
engine guages shall be grouped in a common control and monitoring panel mounted on the
generator set. Mounting method shall isolate the control panel from generator-set vibration.
C. Supporting Items: Include sensors, transducers, terminals, relays, and other devices and include
wiring required to support specified items. Locate sensors and other supporting items on engine
or generator, unless otherwise indicated.
D. To satisfy the three principle purposes of the EPMS, it is imperative that the proper devices and
specific measurements and statuses on those devices are monitored. This is coordinated through
the EPMS portion of Electrical Design drawings showing the devices to be monitored, which
must be referenced with the latest released Controls Points List, which is updated on a
quarterly basis.
E. Generators provide electrical power redundancy to the data center and are critical to ensure
continuous supply of power to racks in the event of an extended utility outage. Generator
controller integration is required to provide generator run state, fuel tank conditions, and any
alarm conditions, which impede the generators ability to provide power. In addition to
Generators, Fuel Oil Systems provide extended fuel backup reserves to generators. EPMS
monitoring of these systems includes valve positions, controller HOA status, fuel levels, and
leak status.
1. All internal connections and terminations within the Generator enclosure for remote I/O
modules, Modbus gateway, and genset controller are responsibility of generator provider.
2. EPMS vendor will provide CAT6 termination on site that will connect in to their EPMS
panel within the electrical room.
G. Hardware: The physical components located throughout the EPMS network must be built of
high quality components and function within the environmental constraints they will be
subjected to. All hardware components must be compliant with related governing standards
such as UL, CE, TIA/EIA, etc.
1. Protocol Gateway:
1) I0 – [not used]
2) I1 - Permanent Gen / Load Bank Position
3) I2 - Temp Gen Position
4) I3 - [not used]
5) I4 - [not used]
6) I5 - Camlock ACB 52A Status (NO Contact)
7) I6 - Camlock ACB Not Tripped (NC Contact)
8) I7 - PSU Control Power Alarm (Alarm from 2 PSU’s in series)
9) I8 - Load Bank Shunt Engaged
10) I9 - [not used]
11) I10 - GPP Supply 120V Healthy (interposing ice cube relay on AC side)
12) I11 - CUPP Supply 120V Healthy (interposing ice cube relay on AC side)
3. Generator Controller:
1) AC Voltmeter
2) AC Ammeter
3) AC Frequency meter
4) DC Voltmeter (alternator battery charging)
5) Engine-coolant temperature gage
6) Running-time meter
7) Ammeter-Voltmeter, phase selector switch(es)
8) Generator-Voltage adjusting rheostat
9) Start-Stop switch
10) Overspeed shutdown
11) Coolant high-temperature shutdown
12) Coolant low-level shutdown
13) Oil low-pressure shutdown
14) Fuel tank derangement alarm
15) Fuel tank high-level shutdown of fuel supply alarm
16) Generator overload
17) Generator over/under frequency, over/under voltage and over-current
protection
18) Jacket heater alarm
19) Louver position alarm
20) Alternator heater alarm
21) Battery charger alarm
22) DPF (RYPOS) active alarm (where applicable)
a. Generator vendor will be responsible for all labor, materials and equipment
necessary for the installation of a complete integrated system.
b. IP31.
c. UL, CE, CSA certified for use globally.
d. To be provided assembled within the Generator Enclosure.
e. Vendor to calculate heat load of the panel and make sure air inlets are installed
if required.
1. CAT6 cable:
a. AWG24 or 22 to account for the maximum length allowed for RS485 Modbus,
which is 1000m.
b. Overall foil and tinned copper braid shielding to allow for one end of the cable
to be connected to ground to reduce noise interface.
c. Characteristic impedance of 120 Ohm and low capacitance of 12.8 or 12 pF/ft
to reduce signal reflection.
d. Conductor direct resistance of 24 Ohm per 1000ft.
e. 1 twisted pair for a 2 wire system with 4.8 twist per foot.
f. PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) outer jacket for standard application, plenum rated
outer jacket when used in plenum space.
g. Insulation material should be PE (Polyethylene).
h. Attenuation of 0.60dB/100ft at 1 MHz and delay of 66%.
i. Voltage rating of 300V RMS .
j. High temperature of 80 degC and an operating temperature range between -30
degC to +80 degC.
k. All wiring will be contained in the Generator Enclosure Panel or Camlock
Switchboard or run in conduit. The wiring will only be accessible at the
termination points.
l. Belden 9841 or Amazon Approved Equivalent.
e. Each wire will be labeled per design drawings with heat shrinkable sleeves at
each end. Each label will be machine printed.
f. All wiring will be contained in the Generator Enclosure panel or run in
conduit. The wiring will only be accessible at the termination points.
g. PE insulated, unarmoured, LSF Instrumentation cable or Amazon approved
equivalent.
I. Remote Alarm Annunciator: Comply with NFPA 99. An LED labeled with proper alarm
conditions shall identify each alarm event and a common audible signal shall sound for each
alarm condition. Silencing switch in face of panel shall silence signal without altering visual
indication. Connect so that after an alarm is silenced, clearing of initiating condition will
reactivate alarm until silencing switch is reset. Cabinet and faceplate are surface- or flush-
mounting type to suit mounting conditions indicated. Remote Alarm Annunciator to be mounted
in Main Switchboard.
J. Emergency-Stop Switch: Mounted to generator control panel. Push button shall be protected
from accidental operation.
A. Generator Circuit Breaker: Insulated-case, electronic-trip type; 100 percent rated; complying
with UL 489.
1. Provide one output circuit breaker which will feed the Camlock switchboard. Camlock
switchboard shall be used for portable generator use as well as load bank testing of the
permanent generator. Refer to Camlock switchboard spec for details. The Camlock
switchboard shall be located within the generator enclosure. The Camlock connectors
provided shall be female connectors.
2. Circuit Breaker Rating:
a. 3000kW Generator: Ten (10) sets of 444 DLO cables or twelve (12) sets of
373 DLO cables. Vendor to coordinate with Camlock Switchboard supplier for
correct lug configuration.
8. Circuit breaker termination shall be provided with bus bar provision to terminate two-
hole long barrel compression lugs with NEMA hole spacing.
9. Normally closed clear covers over all pushbuttons.
10. Mechanical interlock to prevent closing breaker when lock-out tag-out.
11. Ground-Fault Protection: LSIG breaker required, Generator circuit breaker ground fault
trip by integral trip unit. Integrate ground-fault trip indication with other generator-set
shutdown indications.
B. Generator Protector: Microprocessor-based unit shall continuously monitor current level in each
phase of generator output, integrate generator heating effect over time, and predict when
thermal damage of alternator will occur. When signaled by generator protector or other
generator-set protective devices, a shunt-trip device in the generator disconnect switch shall
open the switch to disconnect the generator from load circuits. Protector shall perform the
following functions:
8. Initiates a generator overload alarm when generator has operated at an overload
equiva- lent to 110 percent of full-rated load for 60 seconds. Indication for this alarm is
inte- grated with other generator-set malfunction alarms.
9. Under single or three-phase fault conditions, regulates generator to 300 percent of
rated full-load current for up to 10 seconds.
10. As overcurrent heating effect on the generator approaches the thermal damage point of
the unit, protector switches the excitation system off, opens the generator disconnect
de- vice, and shuts down the generator set.
11. Senses clearing of a fault by other overcurrent devices and controls recovery of
rated voltage to avoid overshoot.
C. Ground-Fault Indication: Comply with NFPA 70, "Emergency System" signals for ground-fault.
Integrate ground-fault alarm indication with other generator-set alarm indications.
A. Orientation: Camlock Switchboard shall have forward-facing camlock breaker section and
forward-facing camlock connector section. The Camlock Switchboard enclosure shall be
installed against the side-wall of the generator enclosure with the breaker and camlock
connectors facing the wall. The Camlock Switchboard shall be accessible by double-doors that,
when opened, expose the entirety of the camlock switchboard enclosure envelope (excluding
tophat accessory).
B. Enclosure details: Steel, NEMA 250, Type 1, Top Entry, Front- and Rear-Accessible
Switchboards.
C. Camlock Switchboard Breaker: Insulated case circuit breakers, fixed mounted, three pole, 100%
rated. Circuit breakers rated or otherwise adjustable to 1200 amps and larger shall have an arc
energy reducing maintenance switch with electronic trip and status indication to reduce clearing
time per NEC 240.87.
F. System Short Circuit Withstand and Interruption Rating: 65kA symmetrical meeting UL891
requirements or as shown on single line diagrams.
G. Enclosure Finish for Indoor Units: Factory-applied finish in manufacturer's standard finish over
a rust-inhibiting primer on treated metal surface.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 260001-86
Amazon Proprietary and
AWS DATA CENTER DESIGN ENGINEERING REVISION
(DCDE) AEROTECH060 SPECIFICATION 1.7
H. Buses and Connections: Three phase, four wire unless otherwise indicated.
1. Phase- and Neutral Bus Material: Hard-drawn copper of 98 percent conductivity, silver-
plated, with copper feeder circuit-breaker line connections.
2. Line and Load Terminals: Insulated, rigidly braced, runback bus extensions, of same
material as through buses, equipped with compression connectors for outgoing and
incoming circuit conductors. Provide load terminals for future circuit-breaker positions at
full-ampere rating of circuit-breaker position.
3. Ground Bus: 1/4-by-2-inch-hard-drawn copper of 98 percent conductivity, equipped with
compression connectors for feeder and branch-circuit ground conductors. For busway
feeders, extend insulated equipment grounding cable to busway ground connection and
support cable at intervals in vertical run.
4. Main Phase Buses and Equipment Ground Buses: Uniform capacity for entire length of
switchboard's main and distribution sections. Provide for future extensions from both
ends.
5. Neutral Bus: 100 percent of the ampacity of phase buses unless otherwise indicated,
equipped with mechanical connectors for outgoing circuit neutral cables. Brace bus
extension for busway feeder neutral bus.
6. All compression connectors shall be copper, long barrel, 2-hole compression lugs.
I. Camlock Connectors: At least ten (10) sets of 400A female camlock receptacles per phase and
neutral with five (5) sets of 400A female camlock receptacles for ground.
J. Camlock cable accessibility: Female camlock connectors will be accessible via an access door
that allows the main double doors to close completely while the camlock cables are in-use.
K. Control Power: Two sources (One (1) 120V AC 20-amp circuit from GPP panel and one (1)
120V AC 20-amp circuit from associated CUPS-backed panel) shall feed Camlock Switchboard
for control power to the EPMS system.
L. Provision for main power feeder to exit/enter the side of the generator enclosure above the
camlock switchboard doors.
B. Drive: Generator shaft shall be directly connected to engine shaft. Exciter shall be rotated
integrally with generator rotor.
D. Stator-Winding Leads: Brought out to terminal box to permit future reconnection for other
voltages if required.
E. Construction shall prevent mechanical, electrical, and thermal damage due to vibration,
overspeed up to 125 percent of rating, and heat during operation at 110 percent of rated
capacity.
H. Voltage Regulator: Digital type, separate from exciter, providing performance as specified.
12. Adjusting control and monitoring panel shall provide plus or minus 5 percent
adjustment of output-voltage operating band.
I. Strip Heater: Thermostatically controlled unit arranged to maintain stator windings above dew
point.
J. Windings: Two-thirds pitch stator winding and fully linked amortisseur winding.
B. Engine Cooling Airflow through Enclosure: Maintain .5 inches of water column or less overall
static pressure drop throughout ventilation stream.
25. Fixed external, cooling-air inlet louvers. Stainless steel bird screen and rodent
protection shall be provided at inlet and outlet openings.
26. Automatic dampers of extruded aluminum construction shall be supplied at the air
intake. The dampers shall be spring open and 120 VAC power close.
27. Gravity backdraft dampers shall be supplied at the air discharge.
C. Generator Auxiliary Power Panel & Transformer: Provide a 480V 50 amp fused disconnect,
480:120V/208Y 30 kVA transformer and 120/208V Generator Power Panel with sufficient
circuits to power all internal generator needs, typically 100 amp panel. Circuits shall be supplied
to power battery charger(s), lights, receptacles and all other 120/208-volt loads as required by
the specification and enclosure design. The panel and all components that it powers to be
factory pre-wired. The contractor shall bring 480-volt external feed and connect at the generator
auxiliary power transformer primary disconnect.
D. Interior Lights with Switch: Factory-wired, LED vapor proof-type fixtures within housing;
arranged to illuminate controls and accessible interior to provide 45 foot-candles of
illumination. Minimum of one fixture shall be located close to each entrance / exit and provided
with 3-hour emergency battery backup. Luminaires shall be operated via switch at each entrance
/ exit with the battery backed up fixtures to function also as emergency fixtures. Light switch
shall be located just inside door and shall allow personnel to operate switch by reaching into the
enclosure without fully entering the generator enclosure. Switch shall be within 6” of door
threshold. Include light switch location on equipment submittals.
E. Convenience Outlets: Factory wired, GFCI. Arrange for external electrical connection.
F. Exterior Lights: Factory-wired, LED full cutoff fixture Hubbell part # LNC2-12L-RK-035-3-
PCU or Amazon approved equivalent arranged to adequately illuminate generator stair platform
at all doors and stair locations. LED driver shall be suitably rated for the high/low temperature
range for the region. Provide with integral button type photocell for dusk to dawn operation.
Full UL Listed combined units shall utilize Arcadia part # WPFC-27W-40K-W-P.
2.10 GROUNDING
A. Solidly grounded wye system: Neutral-to-ground bond established at the generator terminal.
A. Restrained Spring Isolators: Freestanding, steel, open-spring isolators with seismic restraint.
28. Housing: Steel with resilient vertical-limit stops to prevent spring extension due to wind
loads or if weight is removed; factory-drilled baseplate bonded to 1/4-inch- (6-mm-)
thick, elastomeric isolator pad attached to baseplate underside; and adjustable
equipment mounting and leveling bolt that acts as blocking during installation.
29. Outside Spring Diameter: Not less than 80 percent of compressed height of the spring at
rated load.
30. Minimum Additional Travel: 50 percent of required deflection at rated load.
31. Lateral Stiffness: More than 80 percent of rated vertical stiffness.
32. Overload Capacity: Support 200 percent of rated load, fully compressed, without defor-
mation or failure.
A. The low voltage generator set shall be equipped with a rail-mounted, engine-driven radiator
with blower fan and all accessories. The cooling system shall be sized to operate at full load
conditions and with the local N=20 ASHRAE design condition ambient air entering the
enclosure and shall also be configured to run partially when the generator is stationary and the
ambient temperature has risen above a set point. The generator set supplier is responsible for
providing a properly sized cooling system based on the enclosure static pressure restriction. The
radiator shall be selected to allow for minimum generator set footprint and minimum cooling
airflow.
C. The radiator shall be fitted with a coolant level sensor, with associated alarm circuit to the
generator control system.
A. A residential grade silencer, companion flanges, and flexible stainless-steel exhaust fitting
properly sized shall be furnished and installed according to the manufacturer's recommendation.
The flexible connection to the engine shall be suitably lagged to prevent stray seepage of
exhaust gases and reduce stray heat. Mounting shall be provided by the low voltage generator
set supplier as shown on the drawings. The silencer shall be mounted so that its weight is not
supported by the engine nor will exhaust system growth due to thermal expansion be imposed
on the engine. Exhaust pipe size shall be sufficient to ensure that exhaust backpressure does not
exceed the maximum limitations specified by the engine manufacturer. The supplier to allow for
EPA ‘test point’ on all generators, exact location to be confirmed.
A. The low voltage generator set supplier shall design a suitable flue that will (if applicable) be
fixed to a structure (of generator container) and be a total length so that the fumes from the
generator(s) do not have an adverse effect on the air quality being drawn into the associated data
halls as part of the cooling scheme. The total length of the flue will be determined by the air
quality modelling completed (2’above OA) as part of planning/zoning/building permitting
requirements for that particular site. All flues to have a low point drain for connection by others.
C. The generator flue shall be of twin wall construction with internal liners and external casings.
The flue shall be constructed in sections suitable for erection on site and be provided with either
flange or spigot and socket type connections. The flue shall be complete with all necessary
guide- brackets, thrust-brackets and support frames suitable for fixing to the purchasers’
structural steelwork (in container). Flues must be designed to evacuate the products of
combustion using the natural buoyancy of the flue gases.
D. Flue Installation
1. The generator supplier shall be responsible for the installation of the generator flue.
E. Materials of Construction
1. The inner lining of the flue shall be 304 grade stainless steel.
2. The outer of the flue shall be either 304 grade stainless steel.
F. Flue Insulation
1. A minimum of 50 mm (2 inches) thermal insulation shall be provided between the liner
and casing to reduce the risk of condensation and acid attack and protect personnel from
exposure to heat.
G. Flue Dimensions
1. The generator supplier shall confirm flue diameter size. The generator flue outlet size
may give an indication to the flue size; however the generator supplier shall calculate
actual flue diameter when considering losses due to silencers and overall height of the
flue.
H. Flue Supports
1. The flue shall be supported at intervals along their length as recommended by the
supplier, inside of Shrouds. The Flue must be supported on the shroud of (radiator heat
duct) enclosure.
2. Flues and Shrouds terminate 2’ above OA intake louver (in facade).
I. Flue Accessories
1. The flue shall terminate with a tapered vent terminal to provide a weather protected vent
to atmosphere. The flue shall be bonded to the building lightning protection system and
provision for this shall be made for in the flue design.
2. A condensate drain outlet shall be provided at the base of the flue. Flue drain outlet shall
be manufactured with threaded end drains to which pipe-work can be attached to dispose
of any condensate build-up.
3. Bosses suitable for the installation of the monitoring of flue gas temperatures and flue gas
emissions levels shall be provided in the flue. Exact location of bosses should be
confirmed at time of order.
A. The radiator cooling air and engine combustion air will be provided for via end inlet weather
louvres with bird mesh grills. Air inlets shall be complete with an internal removable inlet
splitter attenuator to ensure the generator meets the planning noise requirements as indicated
above.
B. The heated extract air will be expelled via a weathered exhaust air louvre located either at the
end of the generator enclosure or through a 90-degree turning duct and exits on the roof. Where
air is exhausted through the roof of the enclosure, a galvanized grid will be installed over the
aperture, with the end section being open to the elements. Drains will be provided in the extract
end only. A gravity louvre will be provided to stop water entering the engine section. An access
door into this area shall also be included. The generator ventilation outlet shall be provided with
noise attenuation as required to meet the environmental requirements as outlined.
A. Air inlet and exhaust louvres shall be weathered to Class A according to EN 13030:2001. The
louvre frame and mounting structure are to be constructed of weather resistant aluminum to EN-
AW-5754. The inlet and exhaust louvre profiles shall be weather resistant aluminum to EN-
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 260001-92
Amazon Proprietary and
AWS DATA CENTER DESIGN ENGINEERING REVISION
(DCDE) AEROTECH060 SPECIFICATION 1.7
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6060. Inlet and exhaust louvres to be complete with drainable outlets to remove any rain build-
up. The low voltage generator set supplier is to provide suitable louvre mounting detail.
A. The container must have an internal smoke detector, supplied by the generator manufacturer.
The system will be connected to the building central through a monitor module provided by the
installer of the fire center. Need to confirm with local codes if it is required
2.18 FINISHES
A. Indoor and Outdoor Enclosures and Components: RAL 9010 white finish over corrosion-
resistant pretreatment and compatible primer.
A. Prototype Testing: Factory test engine-generator set using same engine model, constructed of
identical or equivalent components and equipped with identical or equivalent accessories.
33. Tests: Comply with NFPA 110, Level 1 Energy Converters and with IEEE 115.
B. Project-Specific Equipment Tests: Before shipment, factory test engine-generator set and other
system components and accessories manufactured specifically for this Project. Perform tests at
rated load and power factor. Include the following tests: Factory test shall be performed as a
complete unit as generator and enclosure.
34. Test components and accessories furnished with installed unit that are not identical to
those on tested prototype to demonstrate compatibility and reliability.
35. Full load run with inlet air temperature at limits as mentioned in spec 40 deg C,
95%RH. All enclosure doors to be closed during testing.
36. Maximum power.
37. Voltage regulation.
38. Transient and steady-state governing.
39. Single-step load pickup.
40. Safety shutdown.
41. Provide 14 days' advance notice of tests and opportunity for observation of tests by
Own- er's representative.
42. Report factory test results within 10 days of completion of test and provide copy of fac-
tory test report with equipment delivery. Include in factory test report: pressure drop
across enclosure, coolant and oil temperatures in test data from #2 above.
A. Manufacturer to include allowance for FWT as follows: Equipment manufactured for Phase 1,
first of a kind equipment (Design Changes, Component Changes, Firmware Changes) and
whenever the owner deems necessary.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
Un. Examine areas, equipment bases, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with
requirements for installation and other conditions affecting packaged engine-generator
performance.
B. Examine roughing-in of piping systems and electrical connections. Verify actual locations of
connections before packaged engine-generator installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
Un. Comply with packaged engine-generator manufacturers' written installation and alignment
instructions and with NFPA 110.
C. Install packaged engine generator with restrained spring isolators having a minimum deflection
of 1 inch on 4-inch high concrete base. Secure sets to anchor bolts installed in concrete bases.
Concrete base construction is specified in Structural Drawings and Specifications.
D. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but not
specified to be factory mounted.
B. Ground equipment according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical
Systems."
Un. Identify system components according to Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical
Systems."
A. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain packaged engine generators. Provide a minimum of 4 hours onsite
training per building, to be coordinated by Operations.
A. The Vendor shall submit for approval to the Owner (6) sets of installation, operating, and
maintenance instructions in bound form no later than (10) business days after the equipment has
been shipped to the site.
B. Each installation, operation, and maintenance instruction manual shall include, but not limited
to, the following items:
43. Power and control wiring diagrams, including any modifications made to the
diagrams during factory testing. Diagrams shall include terminal markings and
connections in point-to-point format.
44. All approved shop drawing information.
45. Typical sectional views and mounting details.
46. List of all pre-alarm and alarm shutdown protective devices.
47. Complete parts list. List of tools and replacement items recommended being stored
at Project for ready access. Include part and drawing numbers, current unit prices,
and source of supply.
48. Preventive maintenance schedule with detailed instructions.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions apply to this Section.
C. Items in RED are options/requirements for certain jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of the
design team to confirm specific requirements prior to generator purchase.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Generator Ratings:
1. 700KW, 480/277V, 3-Phase, Standby. (Considering all three QRO project sites are
located at an altitude around 6,000 feet)
B. This Section includes packaged engine-generator sets for standby power supply with the
following features:
1. Diesel engine.
2. Unit-mounted cooling system.
3. Unit-mounted control and monitoring.
4. Outdoor weather and sound attenuated enclosure.
5. Generator disconnect circuit breakers.
6. Base mounted fuel storage tank.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Standby Rating: Power output rating equal to the power the generator set delivers continuously
under normally varying load factors for the duration of a power outage.
B. Prime Rating: Power output available with varying load for an unlimited time in accordance
with ISO 8528. 10% overload power in accordance with ISO 3064/1.
C. Operational Bandwidth: The total variation from the lowest to highest value of a parameter over
the range of conditions indicated, expressed as a percentage of the nominal value of the
parameter.
D. Power Output Rating: Gross electrical power output of diesel engine generator set minus total
power supplied to cooling fans, pumps and other accessories.
E. Steady State Voltage Modulation: The uniform cyclical variation of voltage within the
operational bandwidth expressed in Hertz.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment from
prior phase(s) where applicable.
D. Product Data: For each type of packaged engine generator indicated. Include rated capacities,
operating characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories. In addition, include the
following:
E. Engine Exhaust Emission Documentation (SFO & IAD Clusters): Supplier shall provide all
documentation necessary to secure operating permits from the Local Air Quality Management
District for the engines furnished for the project. Documentation shall be furnished within 7
calendar days of notice of award of the order. Documentation to be submitted to Local Air
Quality Management District by Owner. To comply with local codes NOM-ECOL-043
F. Shop Drawings: Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required
clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field
connection.
1. Dimensioned outline plan and elevation drawings of engine-generator set and other
components specified.
2. Design Calculations: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer. Calculate
requirements for selecting vibration isolators and seismic restraints and for designing
vibration isolation bases.
3. Vibration Isolation Base Details: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer.
Detail fabrication, including anchorages and attachments to structure and to supported
equipment. Include base weights.
A. Manufacturer Seismic Qualification Certification: Submit certification that fuel tank, engine-
generator set, batteries, battery racks, accessories, and components will withstand seismic forces
according to importance factor of 1.0 and defined in Structural Drawings and Specifications.
Include the following:
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of
any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
4. Provide project-specific anchor-bolt selection calculations according to latest IBC
standards that are stamped and certified by registered Professional Engineer in the state
project resides in.
5. According to the seismic study provided by AECOM in QRO project areas, the seismic
zone for the three sites is SEISMIC ZONE B, and the IMPORTANCE FACTOR is 1.5
for the equipment anchor points
E. Product Test Reports: Indicate test results compared with specified performance requirements,
and provide justification and resolution of differences if values do not agree.
F. Field quality-control reports and startup reports: Startup reports to record approved firmware
version installed.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit installation, operating and maintenance instructions.
Include the following:
1. List of tools and replacement items recommended to be stored at Project for ready access.
Include part and drawing numbers, current unit prices, and source of supply.
A. Installer Qualifications: Installation by contractor who is trained and approved for installation of
units required for this Project.
C. Source Limitations: Obtain packaged generator sets and auxiliary components through one
source from a single supplier.
G. Comply with NFPA 110 requirements for Level 1 emergency power supply system.
J. Engine Exhaust Emissions: Comply with applicable state and local government requirements
defined in this specification or established by the design team. Engine shall comply with EPA
Requirements at time of order.
K. Noise Emission: Comply with applicable state and local government requirements defined in
this specification or established by the design team for maximum noise level at adjacent
property boundaries due to sound emitted by generator set including; engine, engine exhaust,
engine cooling-air intake and discharge, and other components of installation. QRO acoustic
study indicates that the system must be 75dBA at 23 feet (7 meters) Local code: NOM 081
1. Ambient Temperature: Published ASHRAE 20-year extreme dry bulb temperature range
plus estimated peak heat gain from generator heat ingestion.
2. Relative Humidity: 0 to 95 percent.
3. Altitude: Sea level to 6,000 feet (1,900 meters).
1.9 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases for package engine generators. Drilled anchors
should be used. Concrete, reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified in Division
03.
1.10 WARRANTY
A. As specified in
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
Un. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
D. Generator-Set Performance:
1. Generator set shall be rated for 100% power output of its standby rating with an 80%
permissible average power output over 24hr of operation.
2. Steady-State Voltage Operational Bandwidth: 3 percent of rated output voltage from no
load to full load.
3. Transient Voltage Performance: Not more than 20 percent variation for 50 percent step-
load increase or decrease. Voltage shall recover and remain within the steady-state
operating band within three seconds.
4. Steady-State Frequency Operational Bandwidth: 0.5 percent of rated frequency from no
load to full load.
5. Steady-State Frequency Stability: When system is operating at any constant load within
the rated load, there shall be no random speed variations outside the steady-state
operational band and no hunting or surging of speed.
6. Transient Frequency Performance: Less than 5 percent variation for 50 percent step-load
increase or decrease. Frequency shall recover and remain within the steady-state
operating band within five seconds.
7. Output Waveform: At no load, harmonic content measured line to line or line to neutral
shall not exceed 5 percent total and 3 percent for single harmonics. Telephone influence
factor, determined according to NEMA MG 1, shall not exceed 50 percent.
8. Sustained Short-Circuit Current: For a 3-phase, bolted short circuit at system output
terminals, system shall supply a minimum of 250 percent of rated full-load current for not
less than 10 seconds and then clear the fault automatically, without damage to generator
system components.
9. Start Time: Comply with NFPA 110, Type 10, system requirements.
2.3 ENGINE
1. Provide a full flow, filtration lubrication system with bypass to allow lubrication to
continue during high filter restriction. An alarm will be generated when in bypass.
2. Filter and Strainer: Rated to remove 90 percent of particles 5 micrometers and smaller
while passing full flow.
3. Thermostatic Control Valve: Control flow in system to maintain optimum oil
temperature. Unit shall be capable of full flow and is designed to be fail-safe.
4. Crankcase Drain: Arranged for complete gravity drainage to an easily removable
container with no disassembly and without use of pumps, siphons, special tools, or
appliances.
5. Crankcase emission control device as required by Local Air Pollution Control District.
1. Main Fuel Pump: Mounted on engine. Pump ensures adequate primary fuel flow under
starting and load conditions.
2. Relief-Bypass Valve: Automatically regulates pressure in fuel line and returns excess fuel
to source.
3. Fuel Filtering: Remove water and contaminants larger than 1 micron.
4. Primary Fuel Filter: Fuel water separators per manufacturer’s standard design.
5. Secondary Fuel Filter: Mounted on engine.
6. Fuel Cooler: Factory mounted air-cooled type.
7. Hand priming pump.
8. Fuel lines shall be Stratoflex or equivalent AQP elastomer tube, with polyester inner
braid and a single wire braid reinforcement, and blue AQP elastomer cover.
F. Coolant Jacket Heater: Electric-immersion type with integral circulating pump, factory installed
in coolant jacket system. Comply with NFPA 110 requirements for Level 1 equipment for
heater capacity. Provide isolation valves to allow for servicing without draining cooling system.
H. Cooling System: Closed loop, liquid cooled, with radiator factory mounted on engine-generator-
set mounting frame and integral engine-driven coolant pump.
I. Muffler/Silencer: Critical type (incorporated into Diesel Particulate Filter when applicable)
sized as recommended by engine manufacturer and selected with exhaust piping system to not
exceed engine manufacturer's engine backpressure requirements.
1. Exhaust muffler performance shall match the overall sound performance specified in
enclosure section.
2. If vertically-oriented exhaust piping is used, a heavy duty hinged counter-weighted rain
cap at discharge point is to be provided.
1. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) shall use active regeneration technology that utilizes a
porous sintered metal filter media that is both particulate filter and electrical heater.
2. Unit shall meet CARB Level 3+ to achieve a minimum 85% PM reduction.
3. A dual independent microprocessor-based system measures back pressure and applies
electrical current to heat the media and burn off accumulated soot. Controller shall
indicate abnormal operation and shall annunciate alarms to the generator controller.
4. Regeneration shall be automatic and shall keep the filter cartridges functioning at low
back pressure and peak efficiency.
5. DPF shall incorporate an integrated diesel oxidation catalyst to reduce the soluble organic
fraction, gaseous hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide.
6. The active regeneration system shall regenerate the DPF independently of the exhaust
temperature.
7. DPF shall incorporate a Hospital Grade Silencer with 35-42 dBA attenuation.
8. DPF shall be Rypos Series HDPF/C Flat Pack Module or equal.
9. Housing shall be constructed of carbon steel with high temperature zinc base primer and
painted to match generator housing.
10. To comply with the local code NOM-043-SEMARNAT-1993 and NOM-ECOL-043
K. Air-Intake Filter: Heavy-duty, engine-mounted air cleaner with replaceable dry-filter element
and "blocked filter" indicator.
1. Components: Sized so they will not be damaged during a full engine-cranking cycle with
ambient temperature at maximum specified in Part 1 "Project Conditions" Article.
2. Cranking Motor: Heavy-duty unit that automatically engages and releases from engine
flywheel without binding.
3. Cranking Cycle: As required by NFPA 110 for system level specified.
4. Battery: Adequate capacity within ambient temperature range specified in Part 1 "Project
Conditions" Article to provide specified cranking cycle at least three times without
recharging.
5. Battery Cable: Size as recommended by engine manufacturer for cable length indicated.
Include required interconnecting conductors and connection accessories.
6. Battery Compartment: Factory fabricated of metal with acid-resistant finish and thermal
insulation. Thermostatically controlled heater shall be arranged to maintain battery above
10 deg C regardless of external ambient temperature within range specified in Part 1
"Project Conditions" Article. Include accessories required to support and fasten batteries
in place.
B. Base-Mounted Fuel Oil Tank: Factory installed and piped, complying with UL 142 protected
fuel oil tank. Features include the following:
1. Tank Capacity:
a. QRO, SFO, CMH and IAD Clusters: 1500 gallons, with usable capacity at least
85% of actual. (Minimum useable fuel capacity for Run Time of 24 hours at full
load).
b. PDX Cluster: 1500 gallons, with usable capacity at least 85% of actual, or
approved alternate useable capacity for minimum of 24 hours run time at full load.
2. Containment: Integrally bunded rupture basin with a capacity of 110 percent of nominal
capacity of fuel tank.
3. Leak Detector: Locate in rupture basin and connect to provide audible and visual alarm in
the event of day-tank leak.
4. Low-Level Alarm Sensor: Liquid-level device operates alarm contacts at 25 percent of
normal fuel level.
5. High-Level Alarm Sensor: Liquid-level device operates alarm and redundant fuel shutoff
contacts at midpoint between overflow level and 100 percent of normal fuel level.
6. Continuous Float Level Sensor: Liquid-level device provides analogue fuel monitoring of
belly tank. Readings shall be available via Modbus through Generator Controller.
7. Tank level indicator gauge: Manual tank level indicator to be provided adjacent to the fill
port.
8. Piping Connections: Factory-installed fuel supply and return lines from tank to engine;
local fuel fill, vent line, overflow line; and tank drain line with shutoff valve.
a. Vandal resistant manual fill with 7-1/2 gallon spill containment with overfill
prevention valve at 90%.
b. Primary and emergency tank vent extended to at least 12’ above grade.
c. Primary and emergency containment vent extended to at least 12’ above grade.
d. Two (2) 2” spare NPT couplings in tank.
e. Two (2) 2” spare NPT couplings in containment.
f. Drain ports for the tank and containment tank.
Connection Notes
Engine Supply Via foot valve, 50mm (2”) from tank base. Sized by supplier to meet engine
requirements.
Connection Notes
Polisher Supply Via foot valve at lowest point of the tank. Installation of polishing skid con-
nection points and internal sparge pipes of sufficient bore and layout to
allow
for even polishing of the entire contents of the tank.
Polisher Return Return to opposite side from polisher supply
Fill Point 40mmØ (1 ½”) fill c/w motorised fill valve controlled by fuel fill panel. Tank
fill via shared overfill prevention valve.
Manual Fill Point 50mmØ (2”) via shared overfill prevention valve.
Tank Drain Spare 80mmØ (3”) connection to be provided at each end of the tank to allow
the tank to be pumped out.
Bund Drain 25mmØ (1”) drain port from the tank bund section.
Access Manway 600mmØ (24”) manway access to bund and tank c/w full nitrile/cork gasket
seal suitable for a diesel application (min. 3mm (0.1”) thick) Top access on
tank only above full level
Level Sensor Screwed connection for a multi-level sensor.
Tank Vent Vent to be provided to meet tank design requirements and provided with a
desiccant breather to avoid water vapour entering the tank.
Spare Connections 2 no. 50mmØ (2”) spare connections.
Heater Connections 2 no. DN 150 (6”) flanged connections, blanked on tank top
3. Marking: Each tank shall have a plate bearing the following information:
a. the number and date of this design standard (i.e., BS 799-5:2010);
b. type of tank (e.g., Type J)
c. capacity (in litres);
d. date of manufacture.
e. manufacturer's name or trademark.
f. manufacturer's reference number.
g. design pressure.
h. test pressure and date of testing.
4. Bracing
a. Tank design shall use the tank structure to provide adequate support to the internal
tank. No internal bracing within the tank volume shall be permitted.
b. There shall be no internal obstructions which would impede safe confined space
entry.
c. There shall be a minimum, clear internal height of 900mm (36”). Internal volume
of the tank to be unobstructed. Tank support to be provided by the structural steel
frame around the tank.
5. Support
a. The tank shall be supported at the edges on columns with support plates to spread
the load to the foundation pad. These shall be sufficient in number to adequately
support all loads and not overload the foundation pad. Supports to be fully
shimmed to ensure equal loading at all points. Transverse supports may span the
tank underneath but shall be clear of the support pad by 100 mm (4”).
6. Design Codes- Structural, Environmental
a. The function of the belly tank/support frame is twofold:
1) A load bearing structure to support and restrain the generator enclosure and
fuel storage tank .
2) Act as a double containment diesel storage tank with 110% bund capacity.
b. Structural steel design shall be in accordance with relevant Eurocodes for loading
and structural design.
c. Tank design shall be certified to BS 799-5:2010 in Europe and be compliant with
any local codes or jurisdictional requirements for the storage of diesel in above
ground tanks, outside of Europe tanks shall comply with UL142 and include local
jurisdictional requirements.
d. In all cases tanks shall be 110% bunded and internally lined with a suitable coating
for continuous immersion diesel and biofuel blends. See section on tank coatings
below.
e. The tank vent from bund with desiccant breather shall be no more than 0.5m above
brim-full level. Tank Design Pressure shall be equivalent to head of water (S.G.1)
0.5m above the roof of the tank.
f. In jurisdictions where 3rd Party Certification is required for fuel storage tanks, this
will be a responsibility of the tank manufacturer to deliver.
g. Minimum sheet steel thickness of 4mm (0.15”) is required.
7. Tank Testing
a. Testing requirements shall be per the tank design code. Belly tank to be factory
tested AND site tested to ensure there has been no damage to the belly tank during
transit. All belly tank welds to be subject to a magnetic Dye Penetrant Inspection
test (DPI), this test shall be used to detect any discontinuities such as cracks from
fatigue, quenching, and grinding, as well as fractures, porosity, incomplete fusion,
and flaws in joints. This test shall be completed prior to painting. In conjunction
with the design code the purchaser’s requirements shall be:
1) No painting shall take place on any weld until all inspection and testing is
complete. All slag and scale will be removed from welds prior to testing.
2) Prior to the pressure test a leak test will be performed on each inner tank.
The tank will be pressurized with air and a soap bubble test applied to all
welds. The inner pressure will remain constant for 30 minutes after 20
minutes of settling time.
3) The outer bund shall be tested with a bubble test after 20 minutes settle time.
The inner tank shall be fitted with a gauge to ensure no back pressure leaks
to inner tank from bund.
4) Pressure testing of tanks shall be witnessed and verified by a representative
of the purchaser.
5) Consider inspection of the leak and bubble testing. Vendors shall submit
testing procedures for review at bid stage.
8. Fuel Supply
a. A 40mmØ (1 ½”) connection shall be provided complete with a motorized fill
valve to allow the tank be topped up automatically via the site top-up fuel supply
system. The generator enclosure shall also have a secondary fill connection on the
side of the generator to allow for the emergency filling of the generator in the
event that the fuel fill system becomes unavailable. A fuel fill cabinet shall be
provided on the exterior of the generator enclosure housing a 50mmØ (2”) valved
and capped fuel fill connection. Engine supply and return connections to/from the
belly tank shall be suitably separated within the belly tank to avoid any hot spots
due to recirculation of fuel from the engine.
b. In addition to the standard fuel filters provided by the engine manufacturer, there
shall also be installed a primary fuel filter/water separator in the fuel inlet line to
the
engine, this shall be a Racor 3 headed hot swappable fuel filter Model No: 791000
FHV.
c. All fuel piping shall be black iron or flexible fuel hose rated for this service. No
galvanized piping will be permitted. Flexible fuel lines shall be minimally rated for
150°C F and 8 bar.
d. A fire detection system shall be provided within the generator enclosure complete
with dead weight valves to shut off the fuel supply to the engine in the event of a
fire within the enclosure.
a. Provide slope required to provide a useful fall within the tank. 3" spare connection
to pump out located at lowest point next to polisher suction. The slope inside the
tank will be at least 2 degrees.
13. Inspection and access requirements
a. Manlid minimum 600 mm (24”) diameter internally through the floor of the
generator to avoid any water entering the tank while the manhole is open. Full ring
gasket. Compressible material suitable with diesel - Cork/nitrile. Minimum 3mm
(0.1”) gasket.
14. Leak Detection
a. Both the belly tank bund and the generator enclosure shall be monitored by leak
detection sensors. In the event that a leak is detected, an alarm shall be raised via
the EPMS and a beacon on the exterior of the generator enclosure shall be
activated. The leak detection shall be located to report a leak within 5 mm (0.2”) of
the lowest level of the containment.
b. A removable 25mm (2”) plug shall be located at 1/3 and 2/3 length of the tank on
the roof. This will be accessible via removable panel in the generator enclosure
floor.
15. Level Sensors, switches for control, sensors for display
a. Tank to be fitted with OLE T5020 Gauge or equivalent. Gauge display to provide
fuel level at the temporary connection point and an output to the BMS.
b. Gauge functions:
1) Accuracy 0.25% or better
2) Alarm Test Function
3) Level display in litres and percentage bar graph
4) Product temperature in Degrees Celsius
5) 4-20 mA output from hydrostatic probe
6) Modbus RS485 Output to BMS
7) Bund Leak alarm from float switch NC Contact
8) Relay output for level triggers (4 no)
9) Multi level reed switch sensor with individual outputs to control the fill valve.
10) HiHi, Hi, Lo, LoLo
c. Fill level control by the generator vendor with BMS outputs. See T5020 with
master/slave - Mark to send spec.
d. AWS to provide control strategy and required points. Common alarm to the BMS
with beacon on the container.
16. Fill Control Strategy.
a. The belly tank shall be supplied with a fuel control panel within the generator
enclosure. The fuel level shall be controlled by means of a multi-level sensor (OLE
T4000-GXXX or equivalent) providing the following outputs:
1) Low Level sensor in Belly tank, valve opens.
2) High level sensor, close valve
3) High-high, alarm and send close signal to valve.
4) Low-Low, alarm and send open signal to valve.
d. Once the valve is driven open by a fuel request, the fuel fill panel shall provide an
output to the BMS to request fuel. This shall result in the diesel pump starting to
provide fuel to the belly tank.
e. All power circuits to sensors and valves shall have their MCB’s monitored, and in
the event of a loss of control power to any circuit, an alarm shall be raised.
A. Automatic Starting System Sequence of Operation: When mode-selector switch on the control
and monitoring panel is in the automatic position, remote-control contacts in one or more
separate automatic transfer switches initiate starting and stopping of generator set. When mode-
selector switch is switched to the on position, generator set starts. The off position of same
switch initiates generator-set shutdown. When generator set is running, specified system or
equipment failures or derangements automatically shut down generator set and initiate alarms.
Operation of a remote emergency-stop switch also shuts down generator set.
B. Operating and safety indications, protective devices, basic system controls, and engine guages
shall be grouped in a common control and monitoring panel mounted on the generator set.
Mounting method shall isolate the control panel from generator-set vibration.
C. Supporting Items: Include sensors, transducers, terminals, relays, and other devices and include
wiring required to support specified items. Locate sensors and other supporting items on engine
or generator, unless otherwise indicated.
D. To satisfy the three principle purposes of the EPMS, it is imperative that the proper devices and
specific measurements and statuses on those devices are monitored. This is coordinated through
the EPMS portion of Electrical Design drawings showing the devices to be monitored, which
must be referenced with the latest released Controls Points List, which is updated on a
quarterly basis.
E. Generator provide electrical power redundancy to the data center and are critical to ensure
continuous supply of power to racks in the event of an extended utility outage. Generator
controller integration is required to provide generator run state, fuel tank conditions, and any
alarm conditions, which impede the generators ability to provide power. In addition to
Generators, Fuel Oil Systems provide extended fuel backup reserves to generators. EPMS
monitoring of these systems includes valve positions, controller HOA status, fuel levels, and
leak status.
1. Generator supplier shall participate in a coordination meeting at project site to coordinate
all setpoints, device settings, time delays and other relevant programming with Controls
Engineer, GC, Electrical contractor, EPMS vendor and other equipment suppliers. The
purpose is to develop a fully coordinated electrical control and monitoring system for the
Owner. Final settings shall be documented in the O&M manuals.
2. All EPMS components must be assembled in Marshaling sections to allow safe working
conditions.
3. Generator supplier/ Generator Enclosure vendor to confirm connectivity across all
components before shipment to site.
CAT6 CAT6
To Electrical Room
EPMS Panel
Genset Controller
G. Hardware: The physical components located throughout the EPMS network must be built of
high quality components and function within the environmental constraints they will be
subjected to. All hardware components must be compliant with related governing standards
such as UL, CE, TIA/EIA, etc.
1. Protocol Gateway
a. Quantity 1 per Generator Enclosure
b. Modbus RTU to Modbus TCP converter
c. Allow Ethernet daisy chain.
d. Protocol – must support ModbusTCP with minimum of 5 ModbusTCP Masters
polling simultaneously.
e. UL, CE, CSA certified for use globally
f. DIN Rail Mounted
g. 24VDC Power Supply
h. Gateway to interface with Generator Controller RS485 connection
i. Moxa MGate MB3180 or Approved Amazon Equivalent
2. Remote I/O Modules
a. Quantity 1 per Generator Enclosure
b. UL, CE, CSA certified for use globally
c. Allow Ethernet daisy chain.
a. Generator vendor will be responsible for all labor, materials and equipment
necessary for the installation of a complete integrated system.
b. IP31.
c. UL, CE, CSA certified for use globally.
d. To be provided assembled within the Generator Enclosure.
e. Vendor to calculate heat load of the panel and make sure air inlets are installed
if required.
H. Control Power: The control power system shall be designed to eliminate the single point of
failure by using two source of control power derived externally and internally from the
generator control control panel.
1. 24VDC Power Supply
a. Quantity 2 per generator enclosure. One power supply has to be fed from a
UPS/Battery backed source and other source does not need to be fed from a
UPS/Battery backed source.
b. If leveraging internal generator enclosure battery bank as 24VDC source, no power
supply is needed for that specific source and it can be wired directly to the diode.
c. UL and IEC Certified.
d. Phoenix Contact P/N 2866776, 2938620 or Amazon approved equivalent.
2. Redundancy Module
a. Quantity 1 per gen enclosure.
b. UL and IEC Certified.
c. Phoenix Contact P/N 2907719 or Amazon approved equivalent.
J. Remote Alarm Annunciator: Comply with NFPA 99. An LED labeled with proper alarm
conditions shall identify each alarm event and a common audible signal shall sound for each
alarm condition. Silencing switch in face of panel shall silence signal without altering visual
indication. Connect so that after an alarm is silenced, clearing of initiating condition will
reactivate alarm until silencing switch is reset. Cabinet and faceplate are surface- or flush-
mounting type to suit mounting conditions indicated. Remote Alarm Annunciator to be mounted
in Main Switchboard.
K. Emergency-Stop Switch: Mounted to generator control panel. Push button shall be protected
from accidental operation.
A. Generator Circuit Breaker: Insulated-case, electronic-trip type; 100 percent rated; complying
with UL 489.
1. Circuit Breaker Rating:
a. 700W Unit: 1600A frame with 1250A sensor. (6,000 feet derating considered)
49. Tripping Characteristics: Adjustable long-time and short-time delay and instantaneous.
Adjustable ground fault protection.
50. Trip Settings: Selected to coordinate with generator thermal damage curve.
51. Shunt Trip: Connected to trip breaker when generator set is shut down by other protec-
tive devices.
52. Mounting: Adjacent to or integrated with control and monitoring panel.
53. Provision for main power feeder to exit/enter to the side or rear of the generator
enclo- sure.
54. Circuit breaker termination shall be provided with bus bar provision to terminate
two- hole long barrel compression lugs with NEMA hole spacing.
55. Normally closed clear covers over all pushbuttons.
56. Mechanical interlock to prevent closing breaker when lock-out tag-out.
B. Ground-Fault Protection:
57. Generator circuit breaker ground fault trip by integral trip unit. Integrate ground-fault
trip indication with other generator-set shutdown indications.
C. Generator Protector: Microprocessor-based unit shall continuously monitor current level in each
phase of generator output, integrate generator heating effect over time, and predict when
thermal damage of alternator will occur. When signaled by generator protector or other
generator-set protective devices, a shunt-trip device in the generator disconnect switch shall
open the switch to disconnect the generator from load circuits. Protector shall perform the
following functions:
58. Initiates a generator overload alarm when generator has operated at an overload
equiva- lent to 110 percent of full-rated load for 60 seconds. Indication for this alarm is
inte- grated with other generator-set malfunction alarms.
59. Under single or three-phase fault conditions, regulates generator to 300 percent of
rated full-load current for up to 10 seconds.
60. As overcurrent heating effect on the generator approaches the thermal damage point of
the unit, protector switches the excitation system off, opens the generator disconnect
de- vice, and shuts down the generator set.
61. Senses clearing of a fault by other overcurrent devices and controls recovery of
rated voltage to avoid overshoot.
D. Ground-Fault Indication: Comply with NFPA 70, "Emergency System" signals for ground-fault.
Integrate ground-fault alarm indication with other generator-set alarm indications.
B. Drive: Generator shaft shall be directly connected to engine shaft. Exciter shall be rotated
integrally with generator rotor.
D. Stator-Winding Leads: Brought out to terminal box to permit future reconnection for other
voltages if required.
E. Construction shall prevent mechanical, electrical, and thermal damage due to vibration, overspeed
up to 125 percent of rating, and heat during operation at 110 percent of rated capacity.
H. Voltage Regulator: Digital type, separate from exciter, providing performance as specified.
62. Adjusting control and monitoring panel shall provide plus or minus 5 percent
adjustment of output-voltage operating band.
I. Strip Heater: Thermostatically controlled unit arranged to maintain stator windings above dew
point.
J. Windings: Two-thirds pitch stator winding and fully linked amortisseur winding.
B. Engine Cooling Airflow through Enclosure: Maintain .5 inches of water column or less overall
static pressure drop throughout ventilation stream.
71. Fixed external, cooling-air inlet louvers. Stainless steel bird screen and rodent
protection shall be provided at inlet and outlet openings.
72. Automatic dampers of extruded aluminum construction shall be supplied at the air
intake. The dampers shall be spring open and 120 VAC power close.
73. Gravity backdraft dampers shall be supplied at the air discharge
C. Generator Auxiliary Power Panel: Provide 208/120 volt, three phase, four-wire panelboard sized
to adequately power all internal generator needs, typically 100 amps. Provide required 208V
and 120V circuits to power generator block heater, lighting, battery charger(s), receptacles and
other 120-volt loads as required by the specification and enclosure design. The panel and all
components that it powers to be factory pre-wired. The contractor shall bring 208-volt external
feed and connect at the generator auxiliary power panel. If a Generator Auxiliary Power Panel
cannot be provided, the contractor shall provide all dedicated 208V and 120V internal generator
support circuits from an external source.
D. Interior Lights with Switch: Factory-wired, LED vapor proof-type fixtures within housing;
arranged to illuminate controls and accessible interior. Minimum of one fixture shall be located
close to each entrance / exit and permanently illuminated to provide 45 foot-candles of
illumination. These fixtures shall be provided with 3-hour emergency battery backup. The
remainder of the luminaires shall be operated via switch at each entrance / exit. Light switch
shall be located just inside door and shall allow personnel to operate switch by reaching into the
enclosure without fully entering the generator enclosure. Switch shall be within 6” of door
threshold. Include light switch location on equipment submittals.
E. Convenience Outlets: Factory wired, GFCI. Arrange for external electrical connection.
2.9 GROUNDING
A. Solidly grounded wye system: Neutral-to-ground bond established at the generator terminal.
A. Restrained Spring Isolators: Freestanding, steel, open-spring isolators with seismic restraint.
74. Housing: Steel with resilient vertical-limit stops to prevent spring extension due to wind
loads or if weight is removed; factory-drilled baseplate bonded to 1/4-inch- (6-mm-)
thick, elastomeric isolator pad attached to baseplate underside; and adjustable
equipment mounting and leveling bolt that acts as blocking during installation.
75. Outside Spring Diameter: Not less than 80 percent of compressed height of the spring at
rated load.
76. Minimum Additional Travel: 50 percent of required deflection at rated load.
77. Lateral Stiffness: More than 80 percent of rated vertical stiffness.
78. Overload Capacity: Support 200 percent of rated load, fully compressed, without defor-
mation or failure.
2.12 FINISHES
A. Indoor and Outdoor Enclosures and Components: Manufacturer's standard white finish over
corrosion-resistant pretreatment and compatible primer.
A. Prototype Testing: Factory test engine-generator set using same engine model, constructed of
identical or equivalent components and equipped with identical or equivalent accessories.
79. Tests: Comply with NFPA 110, Level 1 Energy Converters and with IEEE 115.
B. Project-Specific Equipment Tests: Before shipment, factory test engine-generator set and other
system components and accessories manufactured specifically for this Project. Perform tests at
rated load and power factor. Include the following tests: Factory test shall be performed as a
complete unit as generator and enclosure.
80. Test components and accessories furnished with installed unit that are not identical
to those on tested prototype to demonstrate compatibility and reliability.
81. Full load run with inlet air temperature at limits as mentioned in spec 40 degC, 95%RH.
All enclosure doors to be closed during testing.
82. Maximum power.
83. Voltage regulation.
84. Transient and steady-state governing.
85. Single-step load pickup.
86. Safety shutdown.
87. Provide 14 days' advance notice of tests and opportunity for observation of tests by
Own- er's representative.
88. Report factory test results within 10 days of completion of test and provide copy of
fac- tory test report with equipment delivery. Include in factory test report: pressure
drop across enclosure, coolant and oil temperatures in test data from #2 above.
A. Manufacturer to include allowance for FWT as follows: Equipment manufactured for Phase 1,
first of a kind equipment (Design Changes, Component Changes, Firmware Changes) and
whenever the owner deems necessary.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Examine areas, equipment bases, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with
requirements for installation and other conditions affecting packaged engine-generator
performance.
B. Examine roughing-in of piping systems and electrical connections. Verify actual locations of
connections before packaged engine-generator installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
C. Install packaged engine generator with restrained spring isolators having a minimum deflection
of 1 inch on 4-inch high concrete base. Secure sets to anchor bolts installed in concrete bases.
Concrete base construction is specified in Structural Drawings and Specifications.
D. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but not
specified to be factory mounted.
B. Ground equipment according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical
Systems."
A. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain packaged engine generators. Provide a minimum of 4 hours onsite
training per building, to be coordinated by Operations.
A. The Vendor shall submit for approval to the Owner (6) sets of installation, operating, and
maintenance instructions in bound form no later than (10) business days after the equipment has
been shipped to the site.
B. Each installation, operation, and maintenance instruction manual shall include, but not limited
to, the following items:
89. Power and control wiring diagrams, including any modifications made to the
diagrams during factory testing. Diagrams shall include terminal markings and
connections in point-to-point format.
90. All approved shop drawing information.
91. Typical sectional views and mounting details.
92. List of all pre-alarm and alarm shutdown protective devices.
93. Complete parts list. List of tools and replacement items recommended being stored
at Project for ready access. Include part and drawing numbers, current unit prices,
and source of supply.
94. Preventive maintenance schedule with detailed instructions.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions, apply to this Section.
C. This section refers to the House Uninterruptable Power Supplies designated as “House UPS
#X#” or “HUPS #X#” throughout the construction documents. Refer to specification section
263353.3 “CRITICAL STATIC UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY” for equipment
specifications pertaining to the critical UPS systems, designated as “CUPS #X.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Three-phase, on-line, double conversion, static-type, UPS units with the following
features:
a. Surge suppression.
b. Rectifier-charger.
c. Single UPS module
d. Input harmonics reduction.
e. Inverter.
f. Controls and indications.
g. UPS input cabinet.
h. Static bypass transfer switch.
i. UPS internal inverter input breaker (as required).
j. Remote UPS monitoring provisions.
k. Battery, battery control/monitoring system and battery disconnect device(s).
B. The Uninterruptable Power Supply shall be purchased by Amazon, furnished by the equipment
vendor and installed by the awarded electrical contractor. All factory testing shall be carried out
by the UPS vendor as outlined in this specification. All testing of the installed UPS shall be by
the electrical contractor, with assistance from other testing parties as detailed in this
specification. All vendor provided testing and factory startup assistance shall be included in the
equipment purchase agreement as outlined in part 3 of this specification.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment from
prior phase(s) where applicable.
D. Bidders shall provide an overall Compliance Statement confirming overall compliance with the
previously approved AWS master equipment submittals.
C. Seismic Qualification Certificates: For UPS and battery equipment, from manufacturer.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
G. Product Test Reports: Indicate test results compared with specified performance requirements,
and provide justification and resolution of differences if values do not agree.
I. Sample Warranties: For manufacturer's warranties showing compliance with Amazon master
purchase agreement.
J. Battery calculations: Provide beginning and end of life battery calculations showing equipment
meets the required run times identified in this specification.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For UPS units to include in emergency, operation, and
maintenance manuals.
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
B. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
1.8 WARRANTY
A. As specified in
1. Turning the inverter off causes the static bypass transfer switch to transfer the load
directly to the normal ac supply circuit without disturbance or interruption.
2. Turning the inverter on causes the static bypass transfer switch to transfer the load to the
inverter.
Device provides manual selection among the three conditions in subparagraphs below without
interrupting supply to the load during switching:
1. Full Isolation: Load is supplied, bypassing the UPS. Normal UPS ac input circuit, static
bypass transfer switch, and UPS load terminals are completely disconnected from
external circuits.
2. Maintenance Bypass: Load is supplied, bypassing the UPS. UPS ac supply terminals are
energized to permit operational checking, but system load terminals are isolated from the
load.
3. Normal: Normal UPS ac supply terminals are energized and the load is supplied through
either the static bypass transfer switch and the UPS rectifier-charger and inverter, or the
battery and the inverter.
D. UPS Bypass cabinet: Selects between online UPS source and external maintenance bypass via
keyed interlocked system.
1. Interlocked UPS output and maintenance bypass breakers via solenoid key release system
and circuit breaker keyed operation.
2. Input breakers for UPS invertor and internal bypass feed.
3. Operation per paragraph “C” in this specification section.
E. Environmental Conditions: The UPS shall be capable of operating continuously in the following
environmental conditions without mechanical or electrical damage or degradation of operating
capability, except battery performance:
A. Seismic Performance: UPS shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions determined
according to ASCE/SEI 7. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without
separation of any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified.
B. The UPS shall perform as specified in this article while supplying rated full-load current,
composed of any combination of linear and nonlinear load, up to 100 percent nonlinear load
with a maximum load crest factor of 3.0, under the following conditions or combinations of the
following conditions:
C. Minimum Duration of Supply: If battery is sole energy source supplying 100% rated full-load
UPS current, duration of supply is:
End of life value as calculated per IEEE 1632 at the environmental criteria detailed elsewhere
in this specification. Manufacturer shall submit beginning and end of life run time values.
D. Input Voltage Tolerance: System steady-state and transient output performance remains within
specified tolerances when steady-state ac input voltage varies plus 10 percent and minus 10
percent from nominal voltage.
E. Overall UPS Efficiency: Equal to or greater than 95 percent at 100 percent load, and 96 percent
at 50 percent load, without use of static bypass mode.
G. Maximum Acoustical Noise: 85dB, "A" weighting, emanating from any UPS component under
any condition of normal operation, measured 36 inches (1 meter) from nearest surface of
component enclosure.
H. Maximum Energizing Inrush Current: Soft start linear input current rise to 100 percent over a 1-
to 40-second period, factory set at 30 seconds.
I. Output Frequency: 60 Hz, plus or minus 0.8 percent over the full range of input voltage, load,
and battery voltage.
K. Maximum Harmonic Content of Output-Voltage Waveform: 6 percent rms total and 3 percent
rms for any single harmonic, for 100 percent rated nonlinear load current with a load crest factor
of 3.0.
L. Minimum Overload Capacity of UPS at Rated Voltage: 125 percent of rated full load for 30
seconds, and 150 percent for 10 seconds all operating modes.
M. Maximum Output-Voltage Transient Excursions from Rated Value: For the following
instantaneous load changes, stated as percentages of rated full UPS load, voltage shall remain
within stated percentages of rated value and recover to, and remain within, plus or minus 2
percent of that value within 50 ms:
M. Input Power Factor: A minimum of 0.95 lagging when supply voltage and current are at
nominal rated values and the UPS is supplying rated full-load current without additional filters.
N. EMI Emissions:
1. Eaton Corporation.
2. Vertiv Inc.
3. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.
4. Toshiba Corporation; Industrial Systems.
5. Schneider Electric.
B. System Configuration: UPS System shall consist of a single UPS module configuration. Each
module shall have an individual cabinet mounted battery system with a battery disconnect
switch for each cabinet. The module shall be connected to a UPS maintenance bypass panel
including solenoid key release interlocks to switch to maintenance bypass mode via closed
transition.
1. System Voltage: 480 volt, three phase, four wire input and 480 volt, three phase, four
wire output.
2. System Capacity (as indicated on the drawings/scope of work):
F. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
G. Seismic-Restraint Design: UPS assemblies, subassemblies, and components (and fastenings and
supports, mounting, and anchorage devices for them) shall be designed and fabricated to
withstand static and seismic forces.
H. UPS Cabinet Ventilation: Redundant fans or blowers draw in ambient air near the bottom of
cabinet and discharge it near the top rear.
I. Output Circuit Neutral Bus: Conductor, and Terminal Ampacity: Rated phase current times a
multiple of 1.73, minimum.
A. Protect internal UPS components from surges that enter at each ac power input connection
including main disconnect switch, static bypass transfer switch. Protect rectifier-charger,
inverter, controls, and output components.
1. Use factory-installed surge suppressors tested according to IEEE C62.41.1 and IEEE
C62.41.2, Category B.
2. Alternate surge protection may be provided by utilizing a PFC rectifier. Incoming AC
power shall be converted to a regulated DC voltage by an IGBT power factor correction
(PFC) rectifier. The PFC rectifier shall meet all requirements outlined in IEEE C62.41.1
as outlined in the 2.4.A.1 above for surge suppression.
2.5 RECTIFIER-CHARGER
A. Capacity: Adequate to supply the inverter during rated full output load conditions and
simultaneously recharge the battery from fully discharged condition to 95 percent of full charge
within 10 times the rated discharge time for duration of supply under battery power at full load.
B. Output Ripple: Limited by output filtration to less than 0.5 percent of rated current, peak to peak.
C. Control Circuits: Immune to frequency variations within rated frequency ranges of normal and
emergency power sources.
1. Response Time: Field adjustable for maximum compatibility with local generator-set
power source.
D. Battery Float-Charging Conditions: Comply with battery manufacturer's written instructions for
battery terminal voltage and charging current required for maximum battery life. The battery
charger shall be matched to the battery type supplied.
2.6 INVERTER
A. Description: Pulse-width modulated, IGBT with sinusoidal output. Include a bypass phase
synchronization window adjustment to optimize compatibility with local engine-generator-set
power source.
A. Description: Group displays, indications, and basic system controls on a common control panel
on front of UPS enclosure.
B. Minimum displays, indicating devices, and controls include those in lists below. Provide
sensors, transducers, terminals, relays, and wiring required to support listed items. Alarms
include audible signals and visual displays.
a. Normal operation.
b. Load-on bypass.
c. Load-on battery.
d. Inverter off.
e. Major Alarm condition.
f. Minor Alarm condition.
a. Inverter on-off.
b. UPS start.
c. Battery test.
d. Alarm silence/reset.
e. Output-voltage adjustment.
D. Dry-form "C" contacts shall be available for remote indication of the following conditions:
1. UPS on battery.
2. UPS on-line.
3. UPS load-on bypass (static or maintenance).
4. UPS in alarm condition.
5. UPS off.
E. Emergency Power off Switch Provision: Capable of receiving emergency power off signal via
remote emergency power off (EPO) switch by means of activation by external dry contacts.
B. Switch Rating: Continuous duty at the rated full-load UPS current with overload capability.
Switch shall be fully rated. Parallel switches to achieve full rating are not permitted.
C. Protection: UPS shall have built-in protection against: surges, sags and overcurrent from the AC
source.
A. Description: Manually operated arrangement of switching circuit breaker devices with key
interlocked arranged to route the flow of power to the load around the rectifier-charger, inverter,
and static bypass transfer switch.
C. Switch Rating: Continuous duty at rated full UPS load current. Switch shall be fully rated.
Parallel switches to achieve full rating are not permitted.
D. Mounting Provisions: Separate wall- or floor-mounted cabinet. Cabinet may be integrated into
UPS enclosure.
E. Key interlock requires unlocking maintenance bypass/isolation switch before switching from
normal position with key that is released only when the UPS is bypassed by the static bypass
transfer switch. Lock is designed specifically for mechanical and electrical component
interlocking.
F. Include Remote I/O module and AUX (Auxiliary) breaker contact monitoring in UPS input and
bypass boards. Each breaker position (open/closed) shall report back as open contact to I/O
module when breaker is open, and contact shall close when breaker is closed. Additionally the
Tripped status for each breaker shall also be monitored. When breaker is in tripped state the
contact shall be open, and inversely shall be closed when the breaker is not tripped. Remote I/O
to monitor digital inputs for remote visibility, allow Ethernet connectivity for secure web
application viewing and a minimum of 5 ModbusTCP masters. Allowable models include Moxa
IOLogik E1210 series or Amazon approved equivalent
A. Description: Communication module in unit control panel provides capability for remote
monitoring of status, parameters, and alarms specified in "Controls and Indications" Article. The
remote computer and the connecting signal wiring are not included in this Section. Include the
following features:
1. Connectors and network interface units for data transmission via RS-485, Ethernet, or
Modbus TCP interface.
2. Software designed for control and monitoring of UPS functions and to provide on-screen
explanations, interpretations, diagnosis, action guidance, and instructions for use of
monitoring indications and development of meaningful reports. Permit storage and
analysis
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 260001-
Amazon Proprietary and
AWS DATA CENTER DESIGN ENGINEERING REVISION
(DCDE) AEROTECH060 SPECIFICATION 1.7
2.11 BATTERY
1. Battery cabinets must be easily maintained with individual batteries easily tested and
replaced upon failure.
2. Battery interconnects shall be premanufacturerd quick connectors provided by battery
vendor.
3. Battery control system shall be capable of reporting out per cell information and alarms
via RS485, TCP/IP and dry contacts (for major and minor alarm notification).
C. Battery Cabinet.
1. Top panels shall have knock-outs for cable routing. Provide top hat where required for
feeder sizes shown on drawings.
2. Access to circuit breakers shall be possible without any tools per UL 1778.
3. Battery cabinet shall be UL9540A tested.
1. Each system is to include pre-wired inter-cell cabling to series-connect the battery string.
2. Cabling to be included between main terminal and DC breaker.
a. Comply with UL489, with full interrupting capacity to meet available fault currents.
b. Minimum AIC rating: 20kA.
c. Position auxiliary contacts.
G. Cell end voltage: 3.0V at listed environmental criteria given in section 2.1.
H. Battery cabinet control power: Monitor dual source battery cabinet power supply source health.
Provide contacts for external monitoring of power source health and disconnect position
(disconnect position may be monitored by load side source power health).
A. Factory test complete UPS system before shipment. Use simulated battery testing. Include the
following:
1. Test and demonstration of all functions, controls, indicators, sensors, and protective
devices.
a. Full-load test.
b. Transient-load response test.
c. Overload test.
d. Power failure test.
B. Observation of Test: Give 14 days' advance notice of tests and provide opportunity for Owner's
representative to observe tests at Owner's choice.
1. Description of input source and output loads used. Describe actions required to simulate
source load variation and various operating conditions and malfunctions.
2. List of indications, parameter values, and system responses considered satisfactory for
each test action. Include tabulation of actual observations during test.
3. List of instruments and equipment used in factory tests.
4. Provide factory test report with equipment delivery.
A. Manufacturer to include allowance for FWT as follows: Equipment manufactured for Phase 1 of
each build, first of a kind equipment (Design Changes, Component Changes, Firmware
Changes) and whenever the owner deems necessary.
A. Annual Failure Rate (AFR) Requirement: The AFR calculated using field failures (LOR Events
after commissioning) should be less than 2.0% for a minimum of 15 years for the UPS.
Definition of failure to calculate AFR is below:
B. HALT Requirement: The manufacturer must perform HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Test)
test during design phase of the UPS.
C. Temperature Requirement:
1. For UPS, 0°C to 40°C during operation2, -20°C to 40°C during storage3
2. Battery Temperature Requirement & Life Expectancy: Li-ion battery (0°C to 30°C during
operation (10 Years of life expectancy during operation), -20°C to 40°C during storage 3
(Li ion Battery)
F. Tin Whisker Mitigation Requirement: Comply with iNEMI & JEDEC recommendations during
product design to reduce the risk of tin whiskers.
G. Package Shock & Vibration Test Requirement: The packaged product must pass the packaged
shock and vibration testing (Telecordia/ASTM or other equivalent test) to qualify for the
transportation stresses.
H. Packaging Requirements: The packaging for the UPS must have desiccant in the packaging to
avoid risk of damage due to humidity. The packaging must have tilt and shock sensor to detect
any damage during transportation. For packages shipped via sea, sea-worthy packaging must be
used.
I. EQT (Equipment Qualification Test) Requirement: This test is to test only one unit (first of its
kind (model) at AWS). Below is the test profile, humidity must be maintained at 95% (non-
condensing) at all temperature conditions. UPS must be powered and at a minimum 80%
loaded. UPS history logs from before and after the test must be shared with AWS and a test
report with all the pertinent test details must be provided. Below are the steps of the single cycle
of the test. Total 2 cycles (48 Hours or 2 days) must be run for EQT.
1. Start at 20⁰C
2. Ramp-up Temperature to 40⁰C (Temp Ramp Time: 1 Hour, Stay at 40 ⁰C for 8 Hours)
3. Ramp-down Temperature to 10⁰C (Temp Ramp Time: 1.5 Hour, Stay at 10 ⁰C for 3 Hours)
4. Ramp-up Temperature to 40⁰C (Temp Ramp Time: 1.5 Hour, Stay at 40 ⁰C for 8 Hours)
1
J. Vendors must provide documentation/reports of the tests and requirements
2
K. When the unit is powered & operational
L. 3
During the storage at the UPS vendor and during transportation
PART 4 - EXECUTION
1.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for
conditions affecting performance of the UPS.
B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
C. Verify installation conditions are representative of the conditions used in the coordination
studies for the electrical system. Provide fuse protection according to Section 262813 "Fuses" if
required for coordination with UPS overcurrent protective device requirements.
1.2 INSTALLATION
B. Wiring Method: Install cables in raceways and cable trays except within consoles, cabinets,
desks, and counters.
1. Comply with requirements for cable trays specified in Section 260536 "Cable Trays for
Electrical Systems."
2. Comply with requirements for raceways and boxes specified in Section 260533
"Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems."
C. Wiring within Enclosures: Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points with no excess
and without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii. Install lacing bars and
distribution spools.
D. Equipment Mounting: Install UPS on concrete base. Comply with requirements for concrete
base specified in Section 033000 "Cast-in-Place Concrete."
1. 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 concrete
base 6 inches (150 mm) from the outer edge of the base.
2. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend through concrete
base and anchor into structural concrete floor.
3. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
4. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment.
F. Connections: Interconnect system components. Make connections to supply and load circuits
according to manufacturer's wiring diagrams unless otherwise indicated. Apply oxide inhibitor
on battery terminals.
1.3 GROUNDING
A. Comply with NFPA 70 requirements for connecting to grounding main ground bar. Comply
with requirements in Section 260526 "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems."
1.4 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification specified in Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems."
A. Manufacturer to execute field quality control, startup services and burn-in in accordance with
specification 019113 General Commissioning Requirements section, inclusive of levels 1, 2, 3
and other testing.
C. Level 5 Final Integrated Systems Testing: include allowance for 8 hours per project phase
3.8 DEMONSTRATION
D. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain the UPS. (Provide a minimum of 4 hours onsite training per
building, to be coordinated by Operations)
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions, apply to this Section.
C. This section refers to the Critical Uninterruptable Power Supplies designated as “Critical UPS
#X#” or “CUPS #X#” throughout the construction documents. Refer to specification section
263353.1 “HOUSE STATIC UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY” for equipment
specifications pertaining to the house UPS systems, designated as “HUPS #X.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Three-phase, on-line, double conversion, static-type, UPS units with the following
features:
a. Surge suppression.
b. Rectifier-charger.
c. Single UPS module
d. Input harmonics reduction.
e. Inverter.
f. Controls and indications.
g. UPS input cabinet.
h. Static bypass transfer switch.
i. UPS internal inverter input breaker (as required).
j. Remote UPS monitoring provisions.
k. Battery, battery control/monitoring system and battery disconnect device(s).
l. Maintenance bypass panel (with key interlocks).
B. The Uninterruptable Power Supply shall be purchased by Amazon, furnished by the equipment
vendor and installed by the awarded electrical contractor. All factory testing shall be carried out
by the UPS vendor as outlined in this specification. All testing of the installed UPS shall be by
the electrical contractor, with assistance from other testing parties as detailed in this
specification. All vendor provided testing and factory startup assistance shall be included in the
equipment purchase agreement as outlined in part 3 of this specification.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment from
prior phase(s) where applicable.
D. Bidders shall provide an overall Compliance Statement confirming overall compliance with the
previously approved AWS master equipment submittals.
C. Seismic Qualification Certificates: For UPS and battery equipment, from manufacturer.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
G. Product Test Reports: Indicate test results compared with specified performance requirements,
and provide justification and resolution of differences if values do not agree.
I. Sample Warranties: For manufacturer's warranties showing compliance with Amazon master
purchase agreement.
J. Battery calculations: Provide beginning and end of life battery calculations showing equipment
meets the required run times identified in this specification.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For UPS units to include in emergency, operation, and
maintenance manuals.
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
B. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
1.8 WARRANTY
A. As specified in
1. Turning the inverter off causes the static bypass transfer switch to transfer the load
directly to the normal ac supply circuit without disturbance or interruption.
2. Turning the inverter on causes the static bypass transfer switch to transfer the load to the
inverter.
Device provides manual selection among the three conditions in subparagraphs below without
interrupting supply to the load during switching:
1. Full Isolation: Load is supplied, bypassing the UPS. Normal UPS ac input circuit, static
bypass transfer switch, and UPS load terminals are completely disconnected from
external circuits.
2. Maintenance Bypass: Load is supplied, bypassing the UPS. UPS ac supply terminals are
energized to permit operational checking, but system load terminals are isolated from the
load.
3. Normal: Normal UPS ac supply terminals are energized and the load is supplied through
either the static bypass transfer switch and the UPS rectifier-charger and inverter, or the
battery and the inverter.
D. UPS Bypass cabinet: Selects between online UPS source and external maintenance bypass via
keyed interlocked system.
1. Interlocked UPS output and maintenance bypass breakers via solenoid key release system
and circuit breaker keyed operation.
2. Input breakers for UPS invertor and internal bypass feed.
3. Operation per paragraph “C” in this specification section.
E. Environmental Conditions: The UPS shall be capable of operating continuously in the following
environmental conditions without mechanical or electrical damage or degradation of operating
capability, except battery performance:
A. Seismic Performance: UPS shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions determined
according to ASCE/SEI 7. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without
separation of any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified.
B. The UPS shall perform as specified in this article while supplying rated full-load current,
composed of any combination of linear and nonlinear load, up to 100 percent nonlinear load
with a maximum load crest factor of 3.0, under the following conditions or combinations of the
following conditions:
C. Minimum Duration of Supply: If battery is sole energy source supplying 100% rated full-load
UPS current, duration of supply is:
End of life value as calculated per IEEE 1632 at the environmental criteria detailed elsewhere
in this specification. Manufacturer shall submit beginning and end of life run time values.
D. Input Voltage Tolerance: System steady-state and transient output performance remains within
specified tolerances when steady-state ac input voltage varies plus 10 percent and minus 10
percent from nominal voltage.
E. Overall UPS Efficiency: Equal to or greater than 95 percent at 100 percent load, and 96 percent
at 50 percent load, without use of static bypass mode.
G. Maximum Acoustical Noise: 85dB, "A" weighting, emanating from any UPS component under
any condition of normal operation, measured 36 inches (1 meter) from nearest surface of
component enclosure.
H. Maximum Energizing Inrush Current: Soft start linear input current rise to 100 percent over a 1-
to 40-second period, factory set at 30 seconds.
I. Output Frequency: 60 Hz, plus or minus 0.8 percent over the full range of input voltage, load,
and battery voltage.
K. Maximum Harmonic Content of Output-Voltage Waveform: 6 percent rms total and 3 percent
rms for any single harmonic, for 100 percent rated nonlinear load current with a load crest factor
of 3.0.
L. Minimum Overload Capacity of UPS at Rated Voltage: 125 percent of rated full load for 30
seconds, and 150 percent for 10 seconds all operating modes.
A. Maximum Output-Voltage Transient Excursions from Rated Value: For the following
instantaneous load changes, stated as percentages of rated full UPS load, voltage shall remain
within stated percentages of rated value and recover to, and remain within, plus or minus 2
percent of that value within 50 ms:
N. Input Power Factor: A minimum of 0.95 lagging when supply voltage and current are at
nominal rated values and the UPS is supplying rated full-load current without additional filters.
O. EMI Emissions:
1. Eaton Corporation.
2. Vertiv Inc.
3. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.
4. Toshiba Corporation; Industrial Systems.
5. Schneider Electric.
B. System Configuration: UPS System shall consist of a single UPS module configuration. Each
module shall have an individual cabinet mounted battery system with a battery disconnect
switch for each cabinet. The module shall be connected to a UPS maintenance bypass panel
including solenoid key release interlocks to switch to maintenance bypass mode via closed
transition.
1. System Voltage: 208 volt, three phase, four wire input and 208 volt, three phase, four
wire output.
2. System Capacity (as indicated on the drawings/scope of work):
F. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
G. Seismic-Restraint Design: UPS assemblies, subassemblies, and components (and fastenings and
supports, mounting, and anchorage devices for them) shall be designed and fabricated to
withstand static and seismic forces.
H. UPS Cabinet Ventilation: Redundant fans or blowers draw in ambient air near the bottom of
cabinet and discharge it near the top rear.
I. Output Circuit Neutral Bus: Conductor, and Terminal Ampacity: Rated phase current times a
multiple of 1.73, minimum.
A. Protect internal UPS components from surges that enter at each ac power input connection
including main disconnect switch, static bypass transfer switch. Protect rectifier-charger,
inverter, controls, and output components.
1. Use factory-installed surge suppressors tested according to IEEE C62.41.1 and IEEE
C62.41.2, Category B.
2. Alternate surge protection may be provided by utilizing a PFC rectifier. Incoming AC
power shall be converted to a regulated DC voltage by an IGBT power factor correction
(PFC) rectifier. The PFC rectifier shall meet all requirements outlined in IEEE C62.41.1
as outlined in the 2.4.A.1 above for surge suppression.
2.5 RECTIFIER-CHARGER
A. Capacity: Adequate to supply the inverter during rated full output load conditions and
simultaneously recharge the battery from fully discharged condition to 95 percent of full charge
within 10 times the rated discharge time for duration of supply under battery power at full load.
B. Output Ripple: Limited by output filtration to less than 0.5 percent of rated current, peak to peak.
C. Control Circuits: Immune to frequency variations within rated frequency ranges of normal and
emergency power sources.
1. Response Time: Field adjustable for maximum compatibility with local generator-set
power source.
D. Battery Float-Charging Conditions: Comply with battery manufacturer's written instructions for
battery terminal voltage and charging current required for maximum battery life. The battery
charger shall be matched to the battery type supplied.
2.6 INVERTER
A. Description: Pulse-width modulated, IGBT with sinusoidal output. Include a bypass phase
synchronization window adjustment to optimize compatibility with local engine-generator-set
power source.
A. Description: Group displays, indications, and basic system controls on a common control panel
on front of UPS enclosure.
B. Minimum displays, indicating devices, and controls include those in lists below. Provide
sensors, transducers, terminals, relays, and wiring required to support listed items. Alarms
include audible signals and visual displays.
a. Normal operation.
b. Load-on bypass.
c. Load-on battery.
d. Inverter off.
e. Major Alarm condition.
f. Minor Alarm condition.
a. Inverter on-off.
b. UPS start.
c. Battery test.
d. Alarm silence/reset.
e. Output-voltage adjustment.
D. Dry-form "C" contacts shall be available for remote indication of the following conditions:
1. UPS on battery.
2. UPS on-line.
3. UPS load-on bypass (static or maintenance).
4. UPS in alarm condition.
5. UPS off.
E. Emergency Power off Switch Provision: Capable of receiving emergency power off signal via
remote emergency power off (EPO) switch by means of activation by external dry contacts.
B. Switch Rating: Continuous duty at the rated full-load UPS current with overload capability.
Switch shall be fully rated. Parallel switches to achieve full rating are not permitted.
C. Protection: UPS shall have built-in protection against: surges, sags and overcurrent from the AC
source.
A. Description: Manually operated arrangement of switching circuit breaker devices with key
interlocked arranged to route the flow of power to the load around the rectifier-charger, inverter,
and static bypass transfer switch.
C. Switch Rating: Continuous duty at rated full UPS load current. Switch shall be fully rated.
Parallel switches to achieve full rating are not permitted.
D. Mounting Provisions: Separate wall- or floor-mounted cabinet. Cabinet may be integrated into
UPS enclosure.
E. Key interlock requires unlocking maintenance bypass/isolation switch before switching from
normal position with key that is released only when the UPS is bypassed by the static bypass
transfer switch. Lock is designed specifically for mechanical and electrical component
interlocking.
F. Include Remote I/O module and AUX (Auxiliary) breaker contact monitoring in UPS input and
bypass boards. Each breaker position (open/closed) shall report back as open contact to I/O
module when breaker is open, and contact shall close when breaker is closed. Additionally the
Tripped status for each breaker shall also be monitored. When breaker is in tripped state the
contact shall be open, and inversely shall be closed when the breaker is not tripped. Remote I/O
to monitor digital inputs for remote visibility, allow Ethernet connectivity for secure web
application viewing and a minimum of 5 ModbusTCP masters. Allowable models include Moxa
IOLogik E1210 series or Amazon approved equivalent
A. Description: Communication module in unit control panel provides capability for remote
monitoring of status, parameters, and alarms specified in "Controls and Indications" Article. The
remote computer and the connecting signal wiring are not included in this Section. Include the
following features:
1. Connectors and network interface units for data transmission via RS-485, Ethernet, or
Modbus TCP interface.
2. Software designed for control and monitoring of UPS functions and to provide on-screen
explanations, interpretations, diagnosis, action guidance, and instructions for use of
monitoring indications and development of meaningful reports. Permit storage and
analysis
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 260001-
Amazon Proprietary and
AWS DATA CENTER DESIGN ENGINEERING REVISION
(DCDE) AEROTECH060 SPECIFICATION 1.7
2.11 BATTERY
1. Battery cabinets must be easily maintained with individual batteries easily tested and
replaced upon failure.
2. Battery interconnects shall be premanufacturerd quick connectors provided by battery
vendor.
3. Battery control system shall be capable of reporting out per cell information and alarms
via RS485, TCP/IP and dry contacts (for major and minor alarm notification).
C. Battery Cabinet.
1. Top panels shall have knock-outs for cable routing. Provide top hat where required for
feeder sizes shown on drawings.
2. Access to circuit breakers shall be possible without any tools per UL 1778.
1. Battery cabinet shall be UL9540A tested.
1. Each system is to include pre-wired inter-cell cabling to series-connect the battery string.
2. Cabling to be included between main terminal and DC breaker.
a. Comply with UL489, with full interrupting capacity to meet available fault currents.
b. Minimum AIC rating: 20kA.
c. Position auxiliary contacts.
G. Cell end voltage: 3.0V at listed environmental criteria given in section 2.1.
H. Battery cabinet control power: Monitor dual source battery cabinet power supply source health.
Provide contacts for external monitoring of power source health and disconnect position
(disconnect position may be monitored by load side source power health).
A. Factory test complete UPS system before shipment. Use simulated battery testing. Include the
following:
1. Test and demonstration of all functions, controls, indicators, sensors, and protective
devices.
a. Full-load test.
b. Transient-load response test.
c. Overload test.
d. Power failure test.
B. Observation of Test: Give 14 days' advance notice of tests and provide opportunity for Owner's
representative to observe tests at Owner's choice.
1. Description of input source and output loads used. Describe actions required to simulate
source load variation and various operating conditions and malfunctions.
2. List of indications, parameter values, and system responses considered satisfactory for
each test action. Include tabulation of actual observations during test.
3. List of instruments and equipment used in factory tests.
4. Provide factory test report with equipment delivery.
A. Manufacturer to include allowance for FWT as follows: Equipment manufactured for Phase 1 of
each build, first of a kind equipment (Design Changes, Component Changes, Firmware
Changes) and whenever the owner deems necessary.
A. Annual Failure Rate (AFR) Requirement: The AFR calculated using field failures (LOR Events
after commissioning) should be less than 2.0% for a minimum of 15 years for the UPS.
Definition of failure to calculate AFR is below:
B. HALT Requirement: The manufacturer must perform HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Test)
test during design phase of the UPS.
C. Temperature Requirement:
1. For UPS, 0°C to 40°C during operation2, -20°C to 40°C during storage3
2. Battery Temperature Requirement & Life Expectancy: Li-ion battery (0°C to 30°C during
operation (10 Years of life expectancy during operation), -20°C to 40°C during storage 3
(Li ion Battery)
F. Tin Whisker Mitigation Requirement: Comply with iNEMI & JEDEC recommendations during
product design to reduce the risk of tin whiskers.
G. Package Shock & Vibration Test Requirement: The packaged product must pass the packaged
shock and vibration testing (Telecordia/ASTM or other equivalent test) to qualify for the
transportation stresses.
H. Packaging Requirements: The packaging for the UPS must have desiccant in the packaging to
avoid risk of damage due to humidity. The packaging must have tilt and shock sensor to detect
any damage during transportation. For packages shipped via sea, sea-worthy packaging must be
used.
I. EQT (Equipment Qualification Test) Requirement: This test is to test only one unit (first of its
kind (model) at AWS). Below is the test profile, humidity must be maintained at 95% (non-
condensing) at all temperature conditions. UPS must be powered and at a minimum 80%
loaded. UPS history logs from before and after the test must be shared with AWS and a test
report with all the pertinent test details must be provided. Below are the steps of the single cycle
of the test. Total 2 cycles (48 Hours or 2 days) must be run for EQT.
1. Start at 20⁰C
2. Ramp-up Temperature to 40⁰C (Temp Ramp Time: 1 Hour, Stay at 40 ⁰C for 8 Hours)
3. Ramp-down Temperature to 10⁰C (Temp Ramp Time: 1.5 Hour, Stay at 10 ⁰C for 3 Hours)
4. Ramp-up Temperature to 40⁰C (Temp Ramp Time: 1.5 Hour, Stay at 40 ⁰C for 8 Hours)
1
J. Vendors must provide documentation/reports of the tests and requirements
2
K. When the unit is powered & operational
L. 3
During the storage at the UPS vendor and during transportation
PART 4 - EXECUTION
1.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for
conditions affecting performance of the UPS.
B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
C. Verify installation conditions are representative of the conditions used in the coordination
studies for the electrical system. Provide fuse protection according to Section 262813 "Fuses" if
required for coordination with UPS overcurrent protective device requirements.
1.2 INSTALLATION
B. Wiring Method: Install cables in raceways and cable trays except within consoles, cabinets,
desks, and counters.
1. Comply with requirements for cable trays specified in Section 260536 "Cable Trays for
Electrical Systems."
2. Comply with requirements for raceways and boxes specified in Section 260533
"Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems."
C. Wiring within Enclosures: Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points with no excess
and without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii. Install lacing bars and
distribution spools.
D. Equipment Mounting: Install UPS on concrete base. Comply with requirements for concrete
base specified in Section 033000 "Cast-in-Place Concrete."
1. 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 concrete
base 6 inches (150 mm) from the outer edge of the base.
2. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend through concrete
base and anchor into structural concrete floor.
3. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
4. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment.
F. Connections: Interconnect system components. Make connections to supply and load circuits
according to manufacturer's wiring diagrams unless otherwise indicated. Apply oxide inhibitor
on battery terminals.
1.3 GROUNDING
A. Comply with NFPA 70 requirements for connecting to grounding main ground bar. Comply
with requirements in Section 260526 "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems."
1.4 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification specified in Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems."
A. Manufacturer to execute field quality control, startup services and burn-in in accordance with
specification 019113 General Commissioning Requirements section, inclusive of levels 1, 2, 3
and other testing.
C. Level 5 Final Integrated Systems Testing: include allowance for 8 hours per project phase
3.9 DEMONSTRATION
D. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain the UPS. (Provide a minimum of 4 hours onsite training per
building, to be coordinated by Operations)
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section includes 700 KVAR 100 KVARfactor correction equipment rated 600 V and less.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Capacitor Element: The basic component of a capacitor unit consisting of two electrodes
separated by a dielectric.
B. Power Capacitor: An assembly of dielectric and electrodes in a container (case), with terminals
brought out, that is intended to introduce capacitance into an electric power circuit. The term
"power capacitor" is used interchangeably with "capacitor" or "capacitor unit" throughout the
Section and the standards referenced in this Section.
C. Power Capacitor Bank: An assembly at one location of capacitors and all necessary accessories,
such as switching equipment, protective equipment, controls, and so forth, required for a
complete operating installation. It may be a collection of components assembled at the operating
site or may include one or more piece(s) of factory-assembled equipment.
4. Wire Termination Diagrams and Schedules: Identify terminals and wiring designations
and color-codes to facilitate installation, operation, and maintenance. Indicate
recommended types, wire sizes, and circuiting arrangements for field-installed wiring,
and show circuit protection features. Differentiate between manufacturer- and field-
installed wiring.
A. General: Qualifications paragraphs in this article establish the minimum qualification levels re-
quired; individual Specification Sections specify additional requirements.
A. sting Agency Qualifications: An NRTL, an NVLAP, or an independent agency with the expe-
rience and capability to conduct testing and inspection indicated, as documented according to
ASTM E329; and with additional qualifications specified in individual Sections; and, where re-
quired by authorities having jurisdiction, that is acceptable to authorities.
D. econstruction Testing: Where testing agency is indicated to perform preconstruction testing for
compliance with specified requirements for performance and test methods, comply with the fol-
lowing:
b. Submit specimens in a timely manner with sufficient time for testing and analyzing
results to prevent delaying the Work.
c. Build laboratory mockups at testing facility using personnel, products, and
methods of construction indicated for the completed Work.
d. When testing is complete, remove test specimens and test assemblies, and
mockups; do not reuse products on Project.
2. Testing Agency Responsibilities: Submit a certified written report of each test, in-
spection, and similar quality-assurance service to Architect, Owner Construction Man-
ager, and Commissioning Authority with copy to Contractor. Interpret tests and
inspec- tions and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with
or devi- ates from the Contract Documents.
E.ckups: Before installing portions of the Work requiring mockups, build mockups for each
form of construction and finish required to comply with the following requirements, using ma-
terials indicated for the completed Work:
1. Build mockups of size indicated.
2. Build mockups in location indicated or, if not indicated, as directed by Architect or
Owner Construction Manager.
3. Notify Architect and Owner Construction Manager seven days in advance of dates and
times when mockups will be constructed.
4. Employ supervisory personnel who will oversee mockup construction. Employ workers
that will be employed to perform same tasks during the construction at Project.
5. Demonstrate the proposed range of aesthetic effects and workmanship.
6. Obtain Architect's and Owner Construction Manager's approval of mockups before
starting corresponding work, fabrication, or construction.
a. Allow seven days for initial review and each re-review of each mockup.
7. Maintain mockups during construction in an undisturbed condition as a standard for judg-
ing the completed Work.
8. Demolish and remove mockups when directed unless otherwise indicated.
B. Seismic Qualification Data: Certificates, for power capacitor banks, accessories, and
components, from manufacturer.
D. Evaluation Reports: Energy loss statement for each type of power capacitor.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For equipment to include in emergency, operation, and
maintenance manuals.
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1. Fuses: One for every three of each type and rating, but no fewer than three of each.
1.9 WARRANTY
As specified in MPA
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a
qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
1. The measured capacitance of a unit shall not vary more than minus zero percent to plus
10 percent of the nominal value.
A. Seismic Performance: Power factor correction equipment shall withstand the effects of earthquake
motions determined according to ASCE/SEI 7 Requirements for a Seismic Zone B.
B. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any parts from the
device when subjected to the seismic forces specifiedService Conditions: Power capacitors
equipment suitable for the following conditions:
1. Operating Temperature: Minus 40 to plus 115 deg F (Minus 40 to plus 46 deg C).
2. Maximum Altitude: 6000 feet (1800 m).
3. Humidity: Zero to 95 percent, noncondensing.
B. Capacitor Element: Dry metallized-dielectric, self-healing type. Each cell shall be encapsulated in
thermosetting resin inside a plastic container.
D. Losses: Maximum dielectric losses of 0.2 W/kVAr, and a total loss of 0.45 W/kVAr.
A. Description: One power capacitor per phase, factory wired, ready for field connection to external
circuits at a single set of pressure terminals. Comply with UL 810.
B. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
1. EATON
2. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
3. SIEMENS
C. Fuses: Current-limiting, noninterchangeable type; factory installed in each phase and located
within the equipment enclosure. Performance requirements include the following:
E. Enclosure: NEMA 250, steel or aluminum, arranged to contain the fluid leakage from capacitor
cells; factory equipped with mounting brackets suitable for type of mounting indicated.
1. EATON
2. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
3. SIEMENS
C. Performance Requirements: Controls permit selection of a target power factor, adjustable to any
value between unity and 0.95 lagging. Controls continuously sense the power factor on circuits
being corrected and, when the power factor differs from the target setting for more than 10
seconds, operate a contractor to switch a power capacitor bank into or out of the circuit.
Contactors are opened or closed as required to bring the corrected circuit power factor closest to
the high (unity) end of target setting. Provide number of switching steps indicated in the Three-
Phase Power Capacitor Bank Scheduleon Drawings.
D. Disconnect and Overcurrent Protective Device: Comply with requirements in Section 262816
"Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers." Operable from outside the enclosure to disconnect
the unit, the cover may be opened only when the disconnect switch is open.
1. Molded-Case Circuit Breaker: Adjustable magnetic trip setting for circuit-breaker frame
sizes 250 A and larger.
2. Type HD fusible or non-fusible
switch. 3.
E. Fuses for Protection of Power Capacitor Bank: Current limiting; listed and labeled as defined in
NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency as complying with UL 248-12 for Class R and Class RK
fuses, or UL 249-15 for Class T fuses, as recommended by manufacturer; providing an
interrupting capacity of 200kA. Provide blown fuse indicator light and "push-to-test" for each
fuse on the bank cover.
F. Controls: Solid-state, microprocessor-based controls; control power shall be from the low-
voltage power conductors associated with the bank. Include the following:
a. Target power factor selector switch, with setting range from 70 to 95 percent lagging
b. Time delay between steps with setting range from 5 seconds to 20 minutes to
reduce hunting and allow for voltage decay.
G. Contactors: Three pole; rated for the repetitive high-inrush-switching duty in the power
capacitor application. Comply with NEMA ICS 2.
H. Discharge Devices: Factory installed and wired for each switched group of power capacitors.
I. Inductors: Air-core type, rated to limit switching surges to be within contactor ratings.Precharge
Power Capacitor Circuit: Resistive, precharge circuit to charge power capacitors prior to
switching and to limit switching surges to within contactor ratings.
J. Enclosure: NEMA 250, Type 1 Type 12, steel or aluminum, with hinged door and hand-
operated catch. Door shall be interlocked with controls or main circuit breaker to de-energize
power capacitors when door is opened.
K. Local Display: LED or LCD type, mounted in door of enclosure, indicating the following:
1. Target and actual power factors accurate to plus or minus 1 percent of reading.
2. Steps energized.
3. Step reconnection delay.
4. Real and reactive currents.
5. Voltage total harmonic distortion.
6. Alarm codes.
L. System Alarms: Alarm relay and local display indication of the following conditions:
1. System in alarm.
2. Power factor set point.
3. Corrected power factor.
4. Number of power capacitor bank steps activated.
A. Arc Flash Study: Comply with requirements in Section 260573.19 "Arc-Flash Hazard Analysis."
Produce a 3.5-by-5-inch ((76-by-127-mm))thermal transfer label of high-adhesion polyester for
each work location included in the analysis.
B. Electrical Identification: Comply with requirements in Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical
Systems." Produce a 3.5-by-5-inch (76-by-127-mm)thermal transfer label of high- adhesion
polyester for each work location included in the analysis. Labels shall be machine printed, with
no field-applied markings.
1. The label shall have an orange header with the wording, "WARNING, ARC-FLASH
HAZARD," and shall include the following information taken directly from the arc-flash
hazard analysis:
Un. Factory test power factor correction equipment before shipment. Include the following:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. On delivery of power capacitor bank, and prior to unloading, inspect equipment for damage.
1. Verify that tie rods and chains are undamaged and tight and that blocking and bracing are
tight.
2. Verify that there is no evidence of load shifting in transit and that readings from
transportation shock recorders, if equipped, are within manufacturer's recommendations.
3. Examine power capacitor bank for external damage, including dents or scratches in doors
and sill, and termination provisions.
4. Compare power capacitor bank and accessories received with the bill of materials to
verify that the shipment is complete. Verify that bank and accessories comply with
manufacturer's quotation and Shop Drawings. If the shipment is incomplete or does not
comply with Project requirements, immediately notify manufacturer in writing.
5. Unload power capacitor bank, observing packing label warnings and handling instructions.
6. Open compartment doors and inspect components for damage or displaced parts, loose or
broken connections, cracked or chipped insulators, bent mounting flanges, dirt or foreign
material, and water or moisture.
B. Handling:
3.2 INSTALLATION
B. For installation as part of switchboard, comply with the installation requirements of that Section.
E. Connect remote monitoring communication module to electrical power monitoring and control
data network through appropriate network interface unit.
A. Perform tests and inspections with the assistance of a factory-authorized service representative.
2. Infrared Inspection: After Substantial Completion, but not more than 60 days after Final
Acceptance, perform infrared inspection of the electrical power connections of the power
capacitor bank. Perform infrared inspection during periods of maximum possible loading.
Remove all necessary covers prior to the inspection.
3. Electrical Tests:
one minute after disconnecting the power capacitor bank from its power supply.
Investigate the cause if the residual voltage exceeds 50 V.
e. Electrical Tests of Current Transformers:
3.5 DEMONSTRATION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes transfer switches rated 600 V and less, including the following:
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Provide the factory acceptance test and startup report templates, to include firmware versions
for owner approval.
C. Submittal cover page shall indicate whether equipment identically matches equipment from
prior phase(s) where applicable.
D. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, weights, operating
characteristics, furnished specialties, and accessories.
E. Shop Drawings: Dimensioned plans, elevations, sections, and details showing minimum
clearances, conductor entry provisions, gutter space, installed features and devices, and material
lists for each switch specified.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of
any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the
unit will be fully operational after the seismic event."
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For each type of product to include in emergency, operation,
and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 01 Section "Operation and
Maintenance Data," include the following:
A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Maintain a service center capable of providing training, parts, and
emergency maintenance repairs within a response period of less than eight hours from time of
notification.
B. Source Limitations: Obtain automatic transfer switches through one source from a single
manufacturer.
C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,
Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for
intended use.
Un. Interruption of Existing Electrical Service: Do not interrupt electrical service to facilities
occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only
after arranging to provide temporary electrical service:
1. Notify Construction Manager and Owner no fewer than 14 days in advance of proposed
interruption of electrical service.
2. Do not proceed with interruption of electrical service without Construction Manager's
and Owner's written permission.
1.8 COORDINATION
Un. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases. Cast anchor-bolt inserts into bases. Concrete,
reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified in Division 03.
1.9 WARRANTY
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Indicated Current Ratings: Apply as defined in UL 1008 for continuous loading and total system
transfer, including tungsten filament lamp loads not exceeding 30 percent of switch ampere
rating, unless otherwise indicated.
B. Tested Fault-Current Closing and Withstand Ratings: Adequate for duty imposed by protective
devices at installation locations in Project under the fault conditions indicated, based on testing
according to UL 1008.
1. Where transfer switch includes internal fault-current protection, rating of switch and trip
unit combination shall exceed indicated fault-current value at installation location.
C. Solid-State Controls: Repetitive accuracy of all settings shall be plus or minus 2 percent or
better over an operating temperature range of minus 20 to plus 70 deg C.
G. Neutral Switching. Where four-pole switches are indicated, provide neutral pole switched
simultaneously with phase poles.
I. Factory Wiring: Train and bundle factory wiring and label, consistent with Shop Drawings,
either by color-code or by numbered or lettered wire and cable tape markers at terminations.
Color- coding and wire and cable tape markers are specified in Division 26 Section
"Identification for Electrical Systems."
1. Designated Terminals: Pressure type, suitable for types and sizes of field wiring indicated.
2. Power-Terminal Arrangement and Field-Wiring Space: Suitable for top, side, or bottom
entrance of feeder conductors as indicated.
3. Control Wiring: Equipped with lugs suitable for connection to terminal strips.
J. Enclosures: General-purpose NEMA 250, Type 1 or 3R, complying with NEMA ICS 6 and UL
508, unless otherwise indicated.
C. Manual Switch Operation: Under load, with door closed and with either or both sources
energized. Transfer time is same as for electrical operation. Control circuit automatically
disconnects from electrical operator during manual operation.
D. Manual Switch Operation: Unloaded. Control circuit automatically disconnects from electrical
operator during manual operation.
I. In-Phase Monitor: Factory-wired, internal relay controls transfer so it occurs only when the two
sources are synchronized in phase. Relay compares phase relationship and frequency difference
between normal and emergency sources and initiates transfer when both sources are within 15
electrical degrees, and only if transfer can be completed within 60 electrical degrees. Transfer is
initiated only if both sources are within 2 Hz of nominal frequency and 70 percent or more of
nominal voltage.
J. Programmed Neutral Switch Position: Switch operator has a programmed neutral position
arranged to provide a midpoint between the two working switch positions, with an intentional,
time-controlled pause at midpoint during transfer. Pause is adjustable from 0.5 to 30 seconds
minimum and factory set for 0.5 second, unless otherwise indicated. Time delay occurs for both
transfer directions. Pause is disabled unless both sources are live.
1. Undervoltage Sensing for Each Phase of Normal Source: Sense low phase-to-ground
voltage on each phase. Pickup voltage shall be adjustable from 85 to 100 percent of
nominal, and dropout voltage is adjustable from 75 to 98 percent of pickup value. Factory
set for pickup at 90 percent and dropout at 85 percent.
2. Adjustable Time Delay: For override of normal-source voltage sensing to delay transfer
and engine start signals. Adjustable from zero to six seconds, and factory set for one
second.
3. Voltage/Frequency Lockout Relay: Prevent premature transfer to generator. Pickup
voltage shall be adjustable from 85 to 100 percent of nominal. Factory set for pickup at
90 percent. Pickup frequency shall be adjustable from 90 to 100 percent of nominal.
Factory set for pickup at 95 percent.
4. Time Delay for Retransfer to Normal Source: Adjustable from 0 to 30 minutes, and
factory set for 10 minutes to automatically defeat delay on loss of voltage or sustained
undervoltage of emergency source, provided normal supply has been restored.
5. Test Switch: Simulate normal-source failure.
6. Switch-Position Pilot Lights: Indicate source to which load is connected.
7. Source-Available Indicating Lights: Supervise sources via transfer-switch normal- and
emergency-source sensing circuits.
a. Normal Power Supervision: Green light with nameplate engraved "Normal Source
Available."
A. Factory test and inspect components, assembled switches, and associated equipment. Ensure
proper operation. Check transfer time and voltage, frequency, and time-delay settings for
compliance with specified requirements. Perform dielectric strength test complying with NEMA
ICS 1.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Design each fastener and support to carry load indicated by seismic requirements and according
to seismic-restraint details. See Division 26 Section "Vibration and Seismic Controls for
Electrical Systems."
1. Concrete Bases: 4 inches (100 mm) high, reinforced, with chamfered edges. Extend base
no more than 4 inches (100 mm) in all directions beyond the maximum dimensions of
switch, unless otherwise indicated or unless required for seismic support. Construct
concrete bases according to Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical
Systems."
B. Annunciator and Control Panel Mounting: Flush in wall, unless otherwise indicated.
C. Identify components according to Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical Systems."
D. Set field-adjustable intervals and delays, relays, and engine exerciser clock.
3.2 CONNECTIONS
A. Wiring to Remote Components: Match type and number of cables and conductors to control and
communication requirements of transfer switches as recommended by manufacturer. Increase
raceway sizes at no additional cost to Owner if necessary to accommodate required wiring.
B. Ground equipment according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical
Systems."
Un. Manufacturer to engage with the Owner’s representative to coordinate training for personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain the UPS. (Provide a minimum of 4 hours onsite training per
building, to be coordinated by Operations)
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
A. Coordination Drawings: Reflected ceiling plan(s) and other details, drawn to scale, on which the
following items are shown and coordinated with each other, using input from installers of the
items involved:
1. Lighting luminaires.
2. Suspended ceiling components.
3. Partitions and millwork that penetrate the ceiling or extend to within 12 inches (300 mm)
of the plane of the luminaires.
4. Structural members to which equipment or luminaires will be attached.
5. Initial access modules for acoustical tile, including size and locations.
6. Items penetrating finished ceiling, including the following:
a. Other luminaires.
7. Moldings.
B. Qualification Data: For testing laboratory providing photometric data for luminaires.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
D. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based and
their installation requirements.
F. Product Test Reports: For each luminaire, for tests performed by a qualified testing agency.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For luminaires and lighting systems to include in operation
and maintenance manuals.
1. Provide a list of all lamp types used on Project; use ANSI and manufacturers' codes.
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1. Diffusers and Lenses: One for every 100 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least
one of each type.
2. Globes and Guards: One for every 20 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least
one of each type.
C. Each luminaire type shall be binned within a three-step MacAdam Ellipse to ensure color
consistency among luminaires.
1.10 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate layout and installation of lighting fixtures and suspension system with other
construction that penetrates ceilings or is supported by them, including HVAC equipment, fire-
suppression system, and partition assemblies.
1.11 WARRANTY
A. Warranty: Manufacturer and Installer agree to repair or replace components of luminaires that
fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.
B. Warranty Period:
1. LED Lighting Fixture: Five year(s) from date of Substantial Completion. Full warranty
shall apply for first year, and prorated warranty for the remaining four years.
2. LED Driver: Five year(s) from date of Substantial Completion. Full warranty shall apply
for first year, and prorated warranty for the remaining four years.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Seismic Performance: Luminaires shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions determined
according to ASCE/SEI 7.
1. The term "withstand" means "the luminaire will remain in place without separation of
any parts when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the luminaire will be fully
operational during and after the seismic event."
A. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
B. NRTL Compliance: Luminaires for hazardous locations shall be listed and labeled for indicated
class and division of hazard by an NRTL.
I. Internal driver.
a. Must meet IEC 60929 Annex E for General White Lighting LED drivers.
b. Connect to devices compatible with 0 to 10V Analog Control Protocol, Class 2,
capable of sinking 0.6 ma per driver at a low end of 0.3V. Limit the number of
drivers on each 0-10V control output based on voltage drop and control capacity.
c. Must meet ESTA E1.3 for RGBW LED drivers.
3. LED dimming shall be equal in range and quality to a commercial grade incandescent
dimmer. Quality of dimming to be defined by dimming range, freedom from perceived
flicker or visible stroboscopic flicker, smooth and continuous change in level (no visible
steps in transitions), natural square law response to control input, and stable when input
voltage conditions fluctuate over what is typically experience in a commercial
environment. Demonstration of this compliance to dimming performance will be
necessary for substitutions or prior approval.
4. Ten-year expected life while operating at maximum case temperature and 90 percent non-
condensing relative humidity.
5. Driver must limit inrush current.
a. Base specification: Meet or exceed NEMA 410 driver inrush standard of 430
Amps per 10 Amps load with a maximum of 370 Amp²sec.
b. Preferred Specification: Meet or exceed 30mA²s at 277VAC for up to 50 watts of
load and 75A at 240µs at 277VAC for 100 watts of load.
10. Driver must support automatic adaptation, allowing for future luminaire upgrades and
enhancements and deliver improved performance:
11. Driver should be UL Recognized under the component program and shall be modular for
simple field replacement. Drivers that are not UL Recognized or not suited for field
replacement will not be considered.
12. Driver shall include ability to provide no light output when the analog control signal
drops below 0.5 V, or the DALI/DMX digital signal calls for light to be extinguished and
shall consume 0.5 watts or less in this standby. Control deadband between 0.5V and
0.65V shall be included to allow for voltage variation of incoming signal without causing
noticeable variation in fixture to fixture output.
13. Over the entire range of available drive currents, driver shall provide step-free,
continuous dimming to black from 100 percent to 0.1 percent and 0% relative light
output, or 100 – 1% light output and step to 0% where indicated. Driver shall respond
similarly when raising from 0% to 100%
a. Driver must be capable of 20 bit dimming resolution for white light LED drivers or
15 bit resolution for RGBW LED drivers.
14. Driver must be capable of configuring a linear or logarithmic dimming curve, allowing
fine grained resolution at low light levels.
15. Drivers to track evenly across multiple fixtures at all light levels, and shall have an input
signal to output light level that allows smooth adjustment over the entire dimming range.
16. Driver and luminaire electronics shall deliver illumination that is free from objectionable
flicker as measured by flicker index (ANSI/IES RP-16-10). At all points within the
dimming range from 100-0.1 percent luminaire shall have:
a. LED dimming driver shall provide continuous step-free, flicker free dimming
similar to incandescent source.
b. Base specification: Flicker index shall less than 5% at all frequencies below 1000
Hz.
c. Preferred specification: Flicker index shall be equal to incandescent, less than 1%
at all frequencies below 1000 Hz.
K. Lens Thickness: At least 0.125 inch (3.175 mm) minimum unless otherwise indicated.
M. 70% lumen maintenance at 60,000 hours based on IESNA LM-79 and LM-80.
N. 120-277 VAC, 50/60 hz power supply with 0-10V dimming (10-100%); rated for 50,000-hour
life.
2.3 MANUFACTURERS
1. Lithonia.
2. Cooper.
3. Philips.
4. GE.
2.4 DOWNLIGHT
A. Minimum 3000 lumens per 4 foot fixture, and 6000 lumens per 8 foot fixture.
2.6 MATERIALS
A. Metal Parts:
B. Doors, Frames, and Other Internal Access: Smooth operating, free of light leakage under
operating conditions, and designed to permit relamping without use of tools. Designed to
prevent doors, frames, lenses, diffusers, and other components from falling accidentally during
relamping and when secured in operating position.
1. Acrylic Diffusers: One hundred percent virgin acrylic plastic, with high resistance to
yellowing and other changes due to aging, exposure to heat, and UV radiation.
2. Lens Thickness: At least 0.125 inch (3.175 mm) minimum unless otherwise indicated.
D. Factory-Applied Labels: Comply with UL 1598. Include recommended lamps. Locate labels
where they will be readily visible to service personnel, but not seen from normal viewing angles
when lamps are in place.
A. Variations in finishes are unacceptable in the same piece. Variations in finishes of adjoining
components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and if they can be
and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast.
A. Comply with requirements in Section 260529 "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems"
for channel and angle iron supports and nonmetallic channel and angle supports.
B. Single-Stem Hangers: 1/2-inch (13-mm) steel tubing with swivel ball fittings and ceiling
canopy. Finish same as luminaire.
C. Twin-Stem Hangers: Two, 1/2-inch (13-mm) steel tubes with single canopy designed to mount
a single fixture. Finish same as fixture.
D. Wires: ASTM A 641/A 641 M, Class 3, soft temper, zinc-coated steel, 12 gage (2.68 mm).
E. Wires for Humid Spaces: ASTM A 580/A 580M, Composition 302 or 304, annealed stainless
steel, 12 gage (2.68 mm).
F. Rod Hangers: 3/16-inch (5-mm) minimum diameter, cadmium-plated, threaded steel rod.
G. Hook Hangers: Integrated assembly matched to luminaire, line voltage, and equipment with
threaded attachment, cord, and locking-type plug.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with
requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.
B. Examine roughing-in for luminaire to verify actual locations of luminaire and electrical
connections before fixture installation. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory
conditions have been corrected.
A. If approved by the Architect, use selected permanent luminaires for temporary lighting. When
construction is sufficiently complete, clean luminaires used for temporary lighting and install
new lamps.
3.3 INSTALLATION
B. Remote Mounting of Ballasts: Distance between the ballast and luminaire shall not exceed that
recommended by ballast manufacturer. Verify, with ballast manufacturers, maximum distance
between ballast and luminaire.
C. Install luminaires level, plumb, and square with ceilings and walls unless otherwise indicated.
E. Coordinate layout and installation of luminaires and suspension system with other construction
that penetrates ceilings or is supported by them.
F. Supports:
1. Install ceiling support system rods or wires, independent of the ceiling suspension
devices, for each luminaire. Locate not more than 6 inches (150 mm) from luminaire
corners.
2. Support Clips: Fasten to luminaires and to ceiling grid members at or near each luminaire
corner with clips that are UL listed for the application.
3. Luminaires of Sizes Less Than Ceiling Grid: Install as indicated on reflected ceiling
plans or center in acoustical panel, and support luminaires independently with at least two
3/4- inch (20-mm) metal channels spanning and secured to ceiling tees.
4. Install at least one independent support rod or wire from structure to a tab on luminaire.
Wire or rod shall have breaking strength of the luminaire weight at a safety factor of 3.
1. Pendants and Rods: Where longer than 48 inches (1200 mm), brace to limit swinging.
2. Stem-Mounted, Single-Unit Luminaires: Suspend with twin-stem hangers. Support with
approved outlet box and accessories that hold stem and provide damping of luminaire
oscillations. Support outlet box vertically to building structure using approved devices.
3. Continuous Rows of Luminaires: Use tubing or stem for wiring at one point and tubing
or rod for suspension for each unit length of luminaire chassis, including one at each end.
4. Do not use ceiling grid as support for pendant luminaires. Connect support wires or rods
to building structure.
1. Ceiling mount with two 5/32-inch- (4-mm-) diameter aircraft cable supports adjustable to
120 inches (6 m) in length.
2. Ceiling mount with pendant mount with 5/32-inch- (4-mm-) diameter aircraft cable
supports adjustable to 120 inches (6 m) in length.
3. Ceiling mount with hook mount.
L. Comply with requirements in Section 260519 "Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and
Cables" and Section 260533 "Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems" for wiring
connections and wiring methods.
3.4 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification specified in Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems."
1. Operational Test: After installing luminaires, switches, and accessories, and after
electrical circuitry has been energized, test units to confirm proper operation.
2. Test for Emergency Lighting: Interrupt power supply to demonstrate proper operation.
Verify transfer from normal power to battery power and retransfer to normal.
B. Luminaire will be considered defective if it does not pass operation tests and inspections.
3.6 ADJUSTING
1. During adjustment visits, inspect all luminaires. Replace lamps or luminaires that are
defective.
2. Parts and supplies shall be manufacturer's authorized replacement parts and supplies.
3. Adjust the aim of luminaires in the presence of the Architect.
PART 1 - GENERAL
Un. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
1.3 DEFINITIONS
C. Emergency Lighting Unit: A lighting unit with internal or external emergency battery powered
supply and the means for controlling and charging the battery and unit operation.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Product Data: For each type of emergency lighting unit, exit sign, and emergency lighting support.
D. Samples: For each product and for each color and texture specified.
E. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of luminaire with factory-applied finishes.
A. Coordination Drawings: Reflected ceiling plan(s) and other details, drawn to scale, on which the
following items are shown and coordinated with each other, using input from installers of the
items involved:
1. Luminaires.
2. Suspended ceiling components.
3. Partitions and millwork that penetrate the ceiling or extend to within 12 inches (300 mm)
of the plane of the luminaires.
4. Structural members to which equipment will be attached.
5. Size and location of initial access modules for acoustical tile.
6. Items penetrating finished ceiling including the following:
a. Other luminaires.
b. Air outlets and inlets.
c. Speakers.
d. Ceiling-mounted projectors.
e. Sprinklers.
f. Access panels.
7. Moldings.
B. Qualification Data: For testing laboratory providing photometric data for luminaires.
C. Seismic Qualification Data: For luminaires, accessories, and components, from manufacturer.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
4. Provide seismic qualification certificate for each piece of equipment.
D. Product Test Reports: For each luminaire for tests performed by a qualified testing agency.
E. Sample Warranty.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For luminaires and lighting systems to include in emergency,
operation, and maintenance manuals.
1. Provide a list of all lamp types used on Project; use ANSI and manufacturers' codes.
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1. Lamps: 10 for every 100 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least one of each type.
2. Luminaire-mounted, emergency battery pack: One for every 20 emergency lighting units.
Furnish at least one of each type.
3. Diffusers and Lenses: One for every 100 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least
one of each type.
4. Globes and Guards: One for every 20 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least
one of each type.
B. FM Global Compliance: Luminaires for hazardous locations shall be listed and labeled for
indicated class and division of hazard by FM Global.
1.10 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate layout and installation of lighting fixtures and suspension system with other
construction that penetrates ceilings or is supported by them, including HVAC equipment, fire-
suppression system, and partition assemblies.
1.11 WARRANTY
A. Warranty: Manufacturer and Installer agree to repair or replace components of luminaires that
fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.
B. Special Warranty for Emergency Lighting Batteries: Manufacturer's standard form in which
manufacturer of battery-powered emergency lighting unit agrees to repair or replace
components of rechargeable batteries that fail in materials or workmanship within specified
warranty period.
1. Warranty Period for Emergency Power Unit Batteries: Five years from date of
Substantial Completion. Full warranty shall apply for first year and prorated warranty for
the remaining four years.
2. Warranty Period for Self-Powered Exit Sign Batteries: Five years from date of
Substantial Completion. Full warranty shall apply for first year and prorated warranty for
the remaining four years.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Seismic Performance: Luminaires shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions determined
according to ASCE/SEI 7.
1. The term "withstand" means "the luminaire will remain in place without separation of
any parts when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the luminaire will be fully
operational during and after the seismic event."
A. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
B. NRTL Compliance: Fabricate and label emergency lighting units, exit signs, and batteries to
comply with UL 924.
1. Lamps for AC Operation: LEDs, 50,000 hours minimum rated lamp life.
2. Nightlight Connection: Operate lamp continuously at 40 percent of rated light output.
3. Test Push-Button and Indicator Light: Visible and accessible without opening luminaire
or entering ceiling space.
a. Push Button: Push-to-test type, in unit housing, simulates loss of normal power
and demonstrates unit operability.
b. Indicator Light: LED indicates normal power on. Normal glow indicates trickle
charge; bright glow indicates charging at end of discharge cycle.
I. External Type: Self-contained, modular, battery-inverter unit, suitable for powering one or more
lamps, remote mounted from luminaire.
A. General Requirements for Emergency Lighting Units: Self-contained units complying with UL
924.
A. General Requirements for Exit Signs: Comply with UL 924; for sign colors, visibility,
luminance, and lettering size, comply with authorities having jurisdiction.
2.5 MATERIALS
A. Metal Parts:
A. Appearance of Finished Work: Noticeable variations in same piece are not acceptable.
Variations in appearance of adjoining components are acceptable if they are within the range of
approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast.
A. Comply with requirements in Section 260529 "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems"
for channel and angle iron supports and nonmetallic channel and angle supports.
B. Support Wires: ASTM A 641/A 641M, Class 3, soft temper, zinc-coated steel, 12 gage (2.68
mm).
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
Un. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with
requirements for conditions affecting performance of luminaires.
B. Examine roughing-in for luminaire to verify actual locations of luminaire and electrical
connections before luminaire installation.
C. Examine walls, floors, roofs, and ceilings for suitable conditions where emergency lighting
luminaires will be installed.
D. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
B. Install luminaires level, plumb, and square with ceilings and walls unless otherwise indicated.
D. Supports:
1. Sized and rated for luminaire and emergency power unit weight.
2. Able to maintain luminaire position when testing emergency power unit.
3. Provide support for luminaire and emergency power unit without causing deflection of
ceiling or wall.
4. Luminaire-mounting devices shall be capable of supporting a horizontal force of 100
percent of luminaire and emergency power unit weight and vertical force of 400 percent
of luminaire weight.
1. Pendants and Rods: Where longer than 48 inches (1200 mm), brace to limit swinging.
2. Stem-Mounted, Single-Unit Luminaires: Suspend with twin-stem hangers. Support with
approved outlet box and accessories that hold stem and provide damping of luminaire
oscillations. Support outlet box vertically to building structure using approved devices.
3. Continuous Rows of Luminaires: Use tubing or stem for wiring at one point and tubing
or rod for suspension for each unit length of luminaire chassis, including one at each end.
4. Do not use ceiling grid as support for pendant luminaires. Connect support wires or rods
to building structure.
3.3 IDENTIFICATION
Un. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification specified in Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems."
1. Test for Emergency Lighting: Interrupt power supply to demonstrate proper operation.
Verify transfer from normal power to battery power and retransfer to normal.
B. Verify that self-luminous exit signs are installed according to their listing and the requirements
in NFPA 101.
C. Luminaire will be considered defective if it does not pass operation tests and inspections.
1. Charge emergency power units and batteries minimum of one hour and depress switch to
conduct short-duration test.
2. Charge emergency power units and batteries minimum of 24 hours and conduct one-hour
discharge test.
3.6 ADJUSTING
Un. Adjustments: Within 12 months of date of Substantial Completion, provide on-site visit to do the
following:
1. Inspect all luminaires. Replace lamps, emergency power units, batteries, signs, or
luminaires that are defective.
a. Parts and supplies shall be manufacturer's authorized replacement parts and supplies.
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Specifications:
B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1.3 DEFINITIONS
F. Pole: Luminaire support structure, including tower used for large area illumination.
A. Dead Load: Weight of luminaire and its horizontal and vertical supports, lowering devices, and
supporting structure, applied as stated in AASHTO LTS-4-M.
B. Live Load: Single load of 500 lbf, distributed as stated in AASHTO LTS-4-M.
C. Ice Load: Load of 3 lbf/sq. ft. applied as stated in AASHTO LTS-4-M Ice Load Map.
D. Wind Load: Pressure of wind on pole and luminaire and banners and banner arms, calculated
and applied as stated in AASHTO LTS-4-M.
1. Basic wind speed for calculating wind load for poles exceeding 49.2 feet in height is 100
mph.
2. Basic wind speed for calculating wind load for poles 50 feet high or less is 100 mph.
A. Provide line item C/D/E Compliance Statement with each requirement listed in this
specification and the related specifications outlined in 1.1 A above, in accordance with
specification 260001. Reasoning behind Deviations and Exceptions shall be described.
B. Product Data: For each luminaire, pole, and support component, arranged in order of lighting
unit designation. Include data on features, accessories, finishes, and the following:
a. Testing Agency Certified Data: For indicated luminaires, photometric data shall be
certified by a qualified independent testing agency. Photometric data for remaining
luminaires shall be certified by manufacturer.
b. Manufacturer Certified Data: Photometric data shall be certified by manufacturer's
laboratory with a current accreditation under the National Voluntary Laboratory
Accreditation Program for Energy Efficient Lighting Products.
6. Photoelectric relays.
7. Ballasts, including energy-efficiency data.
8. Lamps, including life, output, CCT, CRI, lumens, and energy-efficiency data.
9. Materials, dimensions, and finishes of poles.
10. Means of attaching luminaires to supports, and indication that attachment is suitable for
components involved.
11. Anchor bolts for poles.
12. Manufactured pole foundations.
C. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.
D. Samples: For products designated for sample submission in the Exterior Lighting Device
Schedule. Each Sample shall include lamps and ballasts.
A. Pole and Support Component Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of poles, certifying that
products are designed for indicated load requirements in AASHTO LTS-4-M and that load
imposed by luminaire and attachments has been included in design. The certification shall be
based on design calculations by a professional engineer.
B. Qualification Data: For qualified agencies providing photometric data for lighting fixtures.
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For luminaires, and poles, luminaire lowering devices to
include in emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals.
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1. Lamps: One for every 100 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least one of each
type.
2. Glass and Plastic Lenses, Covers, and Other Optical Parts: One for every 100 of each
type and rating installed. Furnish at least one of each type.
3. Ballasts: One for every 100 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least one of each
type.
4. Globes and Guards: One for every 20 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least
one of each type.
C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by
a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
B. Store poles on decay-resistant-treated skids at least 12 inches above grade and vegetation.
Support poles to prevent distortion and arrange to provide free air circulation.
C. Retain factory-applied pole wrappings on metal poles until right before pole installation. For
poles with nonmetallic finishes, handle with web fabric straps.
3.11 WARRANTY
1. Warranty Period for Luminaires: Five years from date of Substantial Completion.
2. Warranty Period for Metal Corrosion: Five years from date of Substantial Completion.
3. Warranty Period for Color Retention: Five years from date of Substantial Completion.
4. Warranty Period for Poles: Repair or replace lighting poles and standards that fail in
finish, materials, and workmanship within manufacturer's standard warranty period, but
not less than three years from date of Substantial Completion.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
Un. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products that may be incorporated
into the Work include, but are not limited to, product(s) indicated on Drawings.
Un. Luminaires shall comply with UL 1598 and be listed and labeled for installation in wet locations
by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Lateral Light Distribution Patterns: Comply with IESNA RP-8 for parameters of lateral light
distribution patterns indicated for luminaires.
D. Sheet Metal Components: Corrosion-resistant aluminum unless otherwise indicated. Form and
support to prevent warping and sagging.
E. Housings: Rigidly formed, weather- and light-tight enclosures that will not warp, sag, or deform
in use. Provide filter/breather for enclosed luminaires.
F. Doors, Frames, and Other Internal Access: Smooth operating, free of light leakage under
operating conditions, and designed to permit relamping without use of tools. Designed to
prevent doors, frames, lenses, diffusers, and other components from falling accidentally during
relamping
and when secured in operating position. Doors shall be removable for cleaning or replacing
lenses. Designed to disconnect ballast when door opens.
H. Plastic Parts: High resistance to yellowing and other changes due to aging, exposure to heat, and
UV radiation.
I. Light Shields: Metal baffles, factory installed and field adjustable, arranged to block light
distribution to indicated portion of normally illuminated area or field.
J. Reflecting surfaces shall have minimum reflectance as follows unless otherwise indicated:
K. Lenses and Refractors Gaskets: Use heat- and aging-resistant resilient gaskets to seal and
cushion lenses and refractors in luminaire doors.
M. Factory-Applied Finish for Steel Luminaires: Comply with NAAMM's "Metal Finishes Manual
for Architectural and Metal Products" for recommendations for applying and designating
finishes.
N. Factory-Applied Labels: Comply with UL 1598. Include recommended lamps and ballasts.
Labels shall be located where they will be readily visible to service personnel, but not seen from
normal viewing angles when lamps are in place.
d. Start type (preheat, rapid start, instant start) for fluorescent and compact
fluorescent luminaires.
e. ANSI ballast type (M98, M57, etc.) for HID luminaires.
f. CCT and CRI for all luminaires.
B. Contact Relays: Factory mounted, single throw, designed to fail in the on position, and factory
set to turn light unit on at 1.5 to 3 fc and off at 4.5 to 10 fc with 15-second minimum time delay.
Relay shall have directional lens in front of photocell to prevent artificial light sources from
causing false turnoff.
1. Temperatures 0 Deg F and Higher: Electronic type rated for 0 deg F starting and
operating temperature with indicated lamp types.
2. Temperatures Minus 20 Deg F and Higher: Electromagnetic type designed for use with
indicated lamp types.
B. Ballast Characteristics:
C. Low-Temperature Lamp Capability: Rated for reliable starting and operation with ballast
provided at temperatures 0 deg F and higher.
A. Comply with ANSI C82.4 and UL 1029 and capable of open-circuit operation without reduction
of average lamp life. Include the following features unless otherwise indicated:
C. High-Pressure Sodium Ballasts: Electromagnetic type with solid-state igniter/starter and capable
of open-circuit operation without reduction of average lamp life. Igniter/starter shall have an
average life in pulsing mode of 10,000 hours at an igniter/starter-case temperature of 90 deg C.
A. High-Pressure Sodium Lamps: ANSI C78.42, CRI 21 (minimum), CCT color temperature
1900K, and average rated life of 24,000 hours, minimum.
1. Dual-Arc Tube Lamp: Arranged so only one of two arc tubes is lighted at one time and,
when power is restored after an outage, the cooler arc tube, with lower internal pressure,
lights instantly, providing an immediate 8 to 15 percent of normal light output.
C. Metal-Halide Lamps: ANSI C78.43, with minimum CRI 65and CCT color temperature 4000K.
D. Pulse-Start, Metal-Halide Lamps: Minimum CRI 65, and CCT color temperature 4000 K.
E. Ceramic, Pulse-Start, Metal-Halide Lamps: Minimum CRI 80, and CCT color temperature 4000
K.
1. Wind-Load Strength of Poles: Adequate at indicated heights above grade without failure,
permanent deflection, or whipping in steady winds of speed indicated in "Structural
Analysis Criteria for Pole Selection" Article.
2. Strength Analysis: For each pole, multiply the actual equivalent projected area of
luminaires and brackets by a factor of 1.1 to obtain the equivalent projected area to be
used in pole selection strength analysis.
D. Handhole: Oval-shaped, with minimum clear opening of 2-1/2 by 5 inches with cover secured
by stainless-steel captive screws.
E. Concrete Pole Foundations: Cast in place, with anchor bolts to match pole-base flange.
Concrete, reinforcement, and formwork are specified in Division 03 Section "Cast-in-Place
Concrete."
3.8 LEDs
A. Light Emitting Diodes: White light output with minimum CRI 65 and color temperature 4000K,
and rated life (70% of light output) of 40,000 hours, minimum. Color light output, state specific
spectral power distribution, rated life (70% of light output) of 60,000 hours, minimum. Light
output (lumen/watt) to be stated for a complete luminaire (power supply, light source, fixture),
not on lab bench momentary test but under normal project-specific operating conditions
(temperature, humidity, orientation) and for a published duration of the photometry test after the
system has stabilized its light output and heat management. Capability to dim shall be
published. Color constancy amongst LEDs shall be published in # of MacAdam ellipses of
variation. Photometry for all LED products to follow IES recommendations for testing. All LED
products must have a 5-year warranty. Recycling program provided by manufacturer, and
availability of spare parts at expected end of life must be stated by manufacturer.
A. Poles: Comply with ASTM A 500, Grade B, carbon steel with a minimum yield of 46,000 psig;
one-piece construction up to 40 feet in height with access handhole in pole wall.
B. Steel Mast Arms: Single-arm, Truss, Davit type, continuously welded to pole attachment plate.
Material and finish same as pole.
1. Adapter fitting welded to pole, allowing the bracket to be bolted to the pole mounted
adapter, then bolted together with galvanized-steel bolts.
2. Cross Section: Tapered oval, with straight tubular end section to accommodate luminaire.
3. Match pole material and finish.
D. Pole-Top Tenons: Fabricated to support luminaire or luminaires and brackets indicated, and
securely fastened to pole top.
E. Steps: Fixed steel, with nonslip treads, positioned for 15-inch vertical spacing, alternating on
opposite sides of pole; first step at elevation 10 feet above finished grade.
G. Grounding and Bonding Lugs: Welded 1/2-inch threaded lug, complying with requirements in
Division 26 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems," listed for attaching
grounding and bonding conductors of type and size listed in that Section, and accessible through
handhole.
H. Cable Support Grip: Wire-mesh type with rotating attachment eye, sized for diameter of cable
and rated for a minimum load equal to weight of supported cable times a 5.0 safety factor.
I. Platform for Lamp and Ballast Servicing: Factory fabricated of steel with finish matching that
of pole.
J. Prime-Coat Finish: Manufacturer's standard prime-coat finish ready for field painting.
K. Galvanized Finish: After fabrication, hot-dip galvanize complying with ASTM A 123/A 123M.
L. Factory-Painted Finish: Comply with NAAMM's "Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural and
Metal Products" for recommendations for applying and designating finishes.
B. Minimum 1800-W transformer, protected by replaceable fuses, mounted behind access cover.
C. Base Covers: Manufacturers' standard metal units, arranged to cover pole's mounting bolts and
nuts. Finish same as pole.
D. Transformer Type Base: Same material and color as pole. Coordinate dimensions to suit pole's
base flange and accept indicated accessories.
1. Banner Arms.
2. Flag Holders.
3. Ladder Rests.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
1. Use fastening methods and materials selected to resist seismic forces defined for the
application and approved by manufacturer.
C. Adjust luminaires that require field adjustment or aiming. Include adjustment of photoelectric
device to prevent false operation of relay by artificial light sources, favoring a north orientation.
A. Alignment: Align pole foundations and poles for optimum directional alignment of luminaires
and their mounting provisions on the pole.
B. Clearances: Maintain the following minimum horizontal distances of poles from surface and
underground features unless otherwise indicated on Drawings:
C. Concrete Pole Foundations: Set anchor bolts according to anchor-bolt templates furnished by
pole manufacturer. Concrete materials, installation, and finishing requirements are specified in
Division 03 Section "Cast-in-Place Concrete."
D. Foundation-Mounted Poles: Mount pole with leveling nuts, and tighten top nuts to torque level
recommended by pole manufacturer.
1. Use anchor bolts and nuts selected to resist seismic forces defined for the application and
approved by manufacturer.
2. Grout void between pole base and foundation. Use nonshrink or expanding concrete
grout firmly packed to fill space.
3. Install base covers unless otherwise indicated.
4. Use a short piece of 1/2-inch- diameter pipe to make a drain hole through grout. Arrange
to drain condensation from interior of pole.
E. Embedded Poles with Tamped Earth Backfill: Set poles to depth below finished grade indicated
on Drawings, but not less than one-sixth of pole height.
1. Dig holes large enough to permit use of tampers in the full depth of hole.
2. Backfill in 6-inch layers and thoroughly tamp each layer so compaction of backfill is
equal to or greater than that of undisturbed earth.
F. Embedded Poles with Concrete Backfill: Set poles in augered holes to depth below finished
grade indicated on Drawings, but not less than one-sixth of pole height.
G. Poles and Pole Foundations Set in Concrete Paved Areas: Install poles with minimum of 6-inch-
wide, unpaved gap between the pole or pole foundation and the edge of adjacent concrete slab.
Fill unpaved ring with pea gravel to a level 1 inch below top of concrete slab.
H. Raise and set poles using web fabric slings (not chain or cable).
B. Install on concrete base with top 4 inches above finished grade or surface at bollard location.
Cast conduit into base, and shape base to match shape of bollard base. Finish by troweling and
rubbing smooth. Concrete materials, installation, and finishing are specified in Division 03
Section "Cast- in-Place Concrete."
A. Install on concrete base with top 4 inches above finished grade or surface at luminaire location.
Cast conduit into base, and finish by troweling and rubbing smooth. Concrete materials,
installation, and finishing are specified in Division 03 Section "Cast-in-Place Concrete."
A. Aluminum: Do not use in contact with earth or concrete. When in direct contact with a
dissimilar metal, protect aluminum by insulating fittings or treatment.
B. Steel Conduits: Comply with Division 26 Section "Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems."
In concrete foundations, wrap conduit with 0.010-inch-thick, pipe-wrapping plastic tape applied
with a 50 percent overlap.
3.6 GROUNDING
A. Ground metal poles and support structures according to Division 26 Section "Grounding and
Bonding for Electrical Systems."
2. Install grounding conductor pigtail in the base for connecting luminaire to grounding
system.
B. Ground nonmetallic poles and support structures according to Division 26 Section "Grounding
and Bonding for Electrical Systems."
A. Inspect each installed fixture for damage. Replace damaged fixtures and components.
B. Illumination Observations: Verify normal operation of lighting units after installing luminaires
and energizing circuits with normal power source.
C. Illumination Tests:
1. Measure light intensities at night. Use photometers with calibration referenced to NIST
standards. Comply with the following IESNA testing guide(s):
2. IESNA LM-5, "Photometric Measurements of Area and Sports Lighting Installations."
3. IESNA LM-50, "Photometric Measurements of Roadway Lighting Installations."
4. IESNA LM-52, "Photometric Measurements of Roadway Sign Installations."
5. IESNA LM-64, "Photometric Measurements of Parking Areas."
6. IESNA LM-72, "Directional Positioning of Photometric Data."
D. Prepare a written report of tests, inspections, observations, and verifications indicating and
interpreting results. If adjustments are made to lighting system, retest to demonstrate
compliance with standards.